HipHopDx Interviews
Pharrell Williams Speaks Exclusively To HipHopDX On The Label Of Genius
Exclusive: Pharrell traces his current direction back to a 2011 Pop/Rock album and a search to restore music's human element.
Rockie Fresh Says Rick Ross Critics Only See Half Of The Story
The Chicago-native describes the mood within Maybach Music Group during 2013. He also shares why he relates to Kanye West.
Onyx Preview "Wakedafucup" & Recall Final Words With Notorious B.I.G.
Exclusive: Onyx explain their global view of Hip Hop, working with Snowgoons and beating Dr. Dre's "The Chronic" at the 1993 "Soul Train Awards."
Jim Jones Defends Reality TV & Recalls Cam'ron's "Horse & Carriage"
Exclusive: During an appearance at Cipha Sounds "Take It Personal" Hip Hip improv show, Jim Jones details why "We Fly High" is a song he loves to hate.
Sir Jinx Pinpoints The West Coast's Evolution Past Gangsta Rap
Exclusive: Sir Jinx connects past and present on his new compilation "Sir Jinx Presents..The Gifted & The Privilege."
Action Bronson Attributes His Rap Career To Graffiti Writing
Exclusive: Action Bronson explains why he reminds everyone of Hip Hop's Golden Age and details sacrificing commercial appeal to keep his reputation intact.
Rhymefest Talks Empowering Rap Peers & Disowning "Chiraq" Moniker
Exclusive: Rhymefest reveals the strategy behind his hiatus and connecting Lupe Fiasco, Common and Kanye West for his "Got Bars" outreach program
Joey Fatts Previews "iLL Street Blues" & Stresses Creative Control
Exclusive: Joey Fatts shares details on his work with A$AP Rocky, Freddie Gibbs & Action Bronson. The Long Beach native also breaks down the importance of unity.
T-Pain Addresses Critical Backlash & How Auto-tune Impacts His Legacy
Exclusive: T-Pain details why people didn't want him to work with Chance The Rapper and why not caring about being cool has led to his success.
Maino Admonishes New York Rappers To Unite & Move Forward
Exclusive: Maino describes the changing landscape of Brooklyn, how he has "Tupac Problems" and why New York lost its signature sound.
Exile & Johaz Revisit Their Creative Process For The "E&J" Album
Exclusive: As Dag Savage, Exile and Johaz detail speaking for a faction of the West Coast that isn't exposed and challenging each other while recording.
Jean Grae Reveals "Gotham Down" Was 10 Years In The Making
Exclusive: Jean Grae uncovers why and how she released her new albums in such an untraditional way, and she asserts that "Cake Or Death" will not be the next "Detox."
Overdoz Enlist Pharrell, Clams Casino & Others For Their Album, "2008"
Exclusive: Overdoz details the role they've played in L.A.'s resurgence and how their hijinks don't reflect their greater musical mission.
Jhene Aiko Analyzes Tupac Shakur's Influence On Her Music
Exclusive: Jhene Aiko reflects on the personal nature of her music, in-depth lyrics what it takes to get into her creative zone.
Party Supplies Announces "Jericho" Project With Alchemist & Action Bronson
Exclusive: Justin Nealis of Party Supplies describes the making of "Blue Chips 2" and why people initially mistook the production duo for a solo act.
Alchemist & Evidence Discuss "Lord Steppington" & Beastie Boys' Influence
Exclusive: As Step Brothers, Alchemist & Evidence revisit the creative process they began in high school and share advice from Rick Rubin & Joey Chavez.
Joell Ortiz Connects Healthy Living, Overweight Emcees & Hip Hop's Marketing
Exclusive: Joell Ortiz details his lifestyle changes, how it affects his music and why you should opt for fruits and veggies instead of Newports during your next bodega visit.
Roc Marciano Says Creating A Top 40 Hit Is His Next Challenge
Exclusive: Roc Marciano explains his approach as a VP A&R at Man Bites Dog Records and recalls a childhood encounter with KRS-One.
Isaiah Rashad Reflects On Scarface's Influence & His BET Cypher Experience
Exclusive: Top Dawg Entertainment's latest addition, Isaiah Rashad explains the delays with his "Cilvia" EP and how he balances fatherhood and his Rap career.
Trademark Da Skydiver Recalls Drawing Inspiration From Method Man's "Tical 2000"
Exclusive: Trademark Da Skydiver points to his growth on "Flamingo Barnes 2" and lessons learned while watching Curren$y's monthly mixtape run.
