Watch Nosaj Thing & Chance The Rapper Record “Paranoia” from Scratch (Video)
Here’s some footage of arguably one of the most buzzing names in hip hop Chance The Rapper as he takes part in adidas originals “Songs from Scratch” series. Watch Chance vibe in the studio with Los Angeles-based electronic musician Nosaj Thing, as the two piece together one of my personal favorite tracks from Chance’s recent Acid...
Wale: The Gifted ep.2 (Video)
Wale Folarin shares episode 2 of The Gifted series in anticipation of his upcoming album. Similar to the first installment, Wale reveals some of his biggest inspirations that tie into the creative processes of his career as an iconic rapper. The Gifted (album) arrives June 25th. In the meantime, press play… PREVIOUS: Wale: The Gifted ep.1...
Joey Bada$$ ft. Action Bronson – B.A.R’d (prod. Chuck Strangers)
Figured I’d share the CDQ version of the Bada$$ & Bronsolino collaboration offering from the 2013 XXL Freshman mixtape. Pro Era’s in-house DJ on the boards, Chuck Strangers. Too good. Lyricism as it’s finest. PREVIOUS: 2013 XXL Freshmen Cyphers – Episode 1 ft. Joey Bada$$, Action Bronson, Ab-Soul & Travi$ Scott (Video)
Vampire Weekend – Ya Hey (Official Lyric Video)
With May 14 slowly approaching, Vampire Weekend keeps the anticipation afloat with the release of their latest lyric video. Here’s the studio quality version of “Ya, Hey,” off their upcoming, highly anticipated album, Modern Vampires of the City.
Kendrick Lamar & Emeli Sandé Perform “B*tch, Don’t Kill My Vibe” (Video)
During a private Footaction showcase last night held at the Galapagos Art Space in Brooklyn, New York (for a fan-created artwork competition), Kendrick Lamar brought out the extremely talented British songstress Emeli Sandé for a dope rendition of his instant classic, “Bitch, Don’t Kill My Vibe.” And for those who are still undecided, Emeli’s got PIPES! Sheesh!...
Flosstradamus – Assquake
In celebration of their Facebook Fan Page reaching the century mark, Flosstradamus has dished out a quick strike freelease. Here’s the Big Sean-sampling (“Mercy” verse), trap-heavy “Assquake.” Stream the track below… 100,000 LIKES ON FB!! HERE’S A FREEBIE TO THANK YOU ALL!! MORE MUSIC TO COME THIS YEAR. UNTIL THEN.. TWERK! #ASSQUAKE smarturl.it/ASSQUAKE — FLOSSTRADAMUS (@FLOSSTRADAMUS)...
Lorenzo Asher – Begin (Official Video)
Directed by Michael Belcher. This is the beauty of the internet right here. I won’t even lie, I had no idea who this Lorenzo Asher character was until I came across his latest set of visuals. Safe to say it took about 17 seconds for me to become a fan of the young Cleveland emcee....
Chuck Inglish – Drops
Here’s “Drops” from the cool kid’s upcoming appetizer sampler of a mixtape, Droptops (May 23). Chuck’s upcoming, highly anticipated Convertibles album is set to arrive later this Summer. In the meantime, vibe out to this… PREVIOUS: Chuck Inglish ft. Travi$ Scott – Back Up
Nardwuar vs. Questlove (Video)
It’s been a little bit, but the Human Serviette is back with his latest interview as he chats up a geek storm with Questlove of The legendary Roots. As always, hilarity ensues. PREVIOUS: Nardwuar vs. HAIM (Video)
Talib Kweli ft. Busta Rhymes – Spaceships (prod. RZA)
Another day, another release from Brooklyn’s own Talib Kweli. This time around we get the Busta Rhymes-assisted offering “Spaceships” from his upcoming, highly anticipated project, Prisoner of Conscious. Oh, and RZA on the boards. The album arrives May 7. PREVIOUS: Sophia Danai ft. Talib Kweli – The End
Jay-Z – 100$ Bill (from ‘The Great Gatsby’ Soundtrack)
Last but not least from the highly anticipated soundtrack comes the man in charge. Here’s Jay’s “100$ Bill.” Soundtrack officially arrives May 7, as the motion picture hits theaters May 10. Press play… UPDATE: STREAM THE WHOLE SOUNDTRACK HERE. PREVIOUS: Emeli Sandé ft. The Bryan Ferry Orchestra – Crazy In Love [Beyoncé Cover] (from ‘The...
The Making of Drake’s “Girls Love Beyoncé” (Video)
Just some footage of what went into the creative process when conducting his latest James Fauntleroy remake of Queen B’s classic. Also known as Drake sitting down using some sort of smoking-out-of-a-cup mechanism. Nothing Was The Same is coming soon… PREVIOUS: Drake ft. James Fauntleroy – Girls Love Beyoncé
