Rapsody – The Backroom Freestyle [Video]
Previously: Rah Digga feat. Rapsody – And Another One [Audio]
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Substantial feat. Kenn Starr & Kokayi – Grateful [Audio x Download]
After being selected by Ebony Magazine as one of the hottest releases of the week along with Kanye West, Jay-Z, and Big Sean, itunes picked Substantial’s “Grateful” as one of their hot tracks. Today we are giving away Substantial’s emotive banger produced by Australia’s M-Phazes: Grateful feat. Kenn Starr & Kokayi. To kick things off, Kenn Starr re-emerges back from the ashes, born again back from the past tense, to reflect on the fulfilment of his dreams, while Grammy nominated vocalist Kokayi carries the chorus to soaring heights. Finally, Substantial jumps in for a reflective verse filled with meaningful word play: “Last words to my daughter would be learn baby learn.” Grateful (feat. Kenn Starr & Kokayi) + prod. M-Phazes by Substantial
Read moreCrate Diggers: DJ Jazzy Jay’s Vinyl Collection [Video]
Crate Diggers profiles people with extraordinary vinyl record collections, with owners displaying and telling the stories behind their collections. In this episode, DJ Jazzy Jay from the Universal Zulu Nation talks about the early days of Def Jam with Rick Rubin and how he introduced the Beastie Boys to “Brass Monkey.” Previously: Crate Diggers: Cut Chemist’s Vinyl Collection [Video]
Read moreMurs Interviews Macklemore & Ryan Lewis [Video]
Seattle rapper Macklemore and production partner Ryan Lewis talk to Cali emcee Murs about music, life and the indie vs. major-label dilemma backstage at Rock The Bells. On 10/9/12 Macklemore and Lewis released new album The Heist, which hit number one on iTunes. Murs recently released This Generation, his collaboration album with Fresno rapper Fashawn on Duck Down.
Read moreSnoop Dogg Interviews RZA (Sneak Peek) [Video]
Here’s a sneak peek into a GGN exclusive, coming up on 10/16 and may be the greatest GGN interview ever!! RZA sits down at the GGN newsdesk to talk 20 years of Wu-Tang and give exclusive insight on his new feature film “The Man With the Iron Fists” coming out in theaters November 2nd! Previously: The Man With The Iron Fists: New Legends x Power (TV Spots) [Video]
Read moreThe Man With The Iron Fists: New Legends x Power (TV Spots) [Video]
RZA’s “The Man With The Iron Fists” hits the big screen on November 2nd. Previously: Wu-Tang Clan – Six Directions Of Boxing [Audio]
Read moreQ Parker From 112 Talks Fondest Memories With The Notorious B.I.G. [Video]
Below, Q Parker tells us his worst sexual experience.
Read moreRakim Making “Paid In Full” 25th Anniversary Album [Video]
Tuesday night Rakim received BET’s “I Am Hip-Hop” Icon Award and told us that he has plans to get back in the lab and make more music. First up, a 25th anniversary album for his legendary album “Paid in Full”.
Read moreBen Baller Tells Some Untold Tupac Stories [Video]
Ben Baller explains where his name comes from, guarding Steve Nash in College, DJing, meeting Dr. Dre, experiences with Tupac, Celebrity clients, his motivation, stabbing a robber, not liking John Cho & much more!
Read moreBeanie Sigel Defines “Gangster” As Being A Father [Video]
Beans explains what “gangster” means to him, revealing that it’s not about ruling the streets, but it’s about how he runs his household as a father. Beanie also speaks on his prison term and explains that prison shouldn’t be glorified in rap, and reveals how he’s treated differently when he goes to jail. Previously: Beanie Sigel Recalls Coming to Kanye’s Aid [Video]
Read moreShowbiz & A.G. feat. Frank V – The Soul [Audio x Download]
Showbiz & A.G.’s new album “Mug Shot Music” is in stores and online now. Previously: Showbiz & A.G. feat. Party Arty – All Time Greats [Audio x Download]
Read more2 Chainz Teaches Ex-Felons How To Vote [Video]
2 Chainz discusses his involvement in the Respect My Vote! campaign, which educates felons on their right to vote.
Read moreTorae – Vixens [Audio x Download]
Alicia had the hardest drums on the radio last year, I hope I did ’em justice. – Torae Previously: Torae – Non Cypher [Audio]
Read moreAngel Haze – Werkin Girls [Video]
Off her “New York” EP out now. Previously: Angel Haze Speaks On Her BET Cypher Session [Video]
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