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Mar
10
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Mar
8
#iCHATSESSIONS WITH B.o.B (aka Bobby Ray) ON ILUVLOLA.NET from iluvlola on Vimeo.
I’ve interviewed B.O.B several times and every time he is more gracious and extraverted than the last. His answers are genuine and he truly invests himself in the conversation. If you don’t know about B.o.B yet, shame on you. He’s not only a good musician, but has been on the grind hard for the past 2 years to put himself on a different level than most artists coming out.
B.o.B’s debut album “The Adventures of Bobby Ray” was scheduled to be released on May 25th, and to build anticipation for this day; he put together a mixtape titled “May 25th” presented by Grandhustle, The Aphilliates and LRG, hosted by DJ Drama and DJ Sense. The mixtape had an incredible buzz and reception among fans and media critics, and soon after, the release date of the album was changed to April 27th. “I kind of got a little mad,” B.o.B says in our session. “Because usually when something gets changed is usually something that you don’t like. Just my intial default response was, why they doing that?”
In an interview with XXL during BET’s Rip The Runaway, B.o.B also disclosed information about a track on the album that features T.I. titled “Fifth Dimension” which is co-produced by T.I. himself and Grandhustle producer Lil C. “B.o.B is a very talented musician,” Lil C told me (Lola Plaku) last time we spoke. “We have great chemistry when working together and it’s definitely going to be a nice album.” Labelmate Lupe Fiasco will also be featured on “The Adventures of Bobby Ray” which will be released under Atlantic/Grandhustle/Rebel Rock.
B.o.B’s U.S.A. tour with Lupe kicked off Friday (March 5th) in Clarendon, California. “We got in the studio first and then we started doing show dates together and then it kind of evolved into a full out tour,” B.o.B told VIBE. While video of the Atlanta newcomer performing his album cut, “Yesterday,” has already hit the web, he also plans on premiering a few other tracks on stage, including “Go Through the Machine” and “Letter From Vietnam,” which is inspired by a true story. (Vibe.com)
Check out #iCHATSESSIONS with B.o.B. to get a glimpse of the man behind the music…oh and follow him on twitter @bobatl
ps. The actual session was 25 mins long as we kept joking and laughing, so I thought I’d keep the important stuff only and shrink it down a bit! Enjoy!
Feb
17
Gudda Gudda stopped in Toronto & sat down with the homie Deez over at Champ Magazine
I see y’all.
[via]
Feb
11
Having produced for some of Hip-Hop’s biggest & brightest, Matthew Samuels b.k.a Boi-1da capped off the decade in a way most could only dream of. Working on the most anticipated album of 2010, Drake’s Thank Me Later , this Toronto-raised producer is about to be real busy. Not even a name mis-print could take away from being named #6 on the Billboard Top Producers of 2009. The Grammy-Nominated hit-maker behind Forever & Best I Ever Had talks awards, proteges and thinking outside the box.
Peep the interview after the jump
Feb
2
I (DDot) had a quick chat with Wiz Khalifa (@realWizKhalifa) Jan. 1st 2010 at 930 Club, in the DMV during Wale’s back to back show night. Wiz talks about life after being on a major label, what he’s doing with his career now that’s he indie and his relationship with Curren$y
Feb
2
Rihanna talks with DJSkee during her stop by The New Music Show on Grammy weekend in Los Angeles. She speaks about working with Jay-Z and Bono, her goals for 2010, who she picks for the Super Bowl (Colts or Saints), and reacts to Kesha saying she has a crush on her.
Feb
2
Jan
25
Pharrell Keynote at MIDEM 2010 from thecashmerethinker on Vimeo.
one of the most influential people in our world today, even tho this is a 40 minute interview i think you all should take the time out and listen to what he has to say.
Dec
20
In part one of the DJ Booth interview with Game, the Compton heavyweight talked about his newly “The” free stage name, the status of theD.O.C. (Diary of Compton) project he described in his June ‘08 Booth interview and why, contrary to popular belief, he’s not a big fan of hip-hop beef.
Here’s part 2 of that interview, in which Game discusses his feelings on going into the studio with such top-tier producers as Dre, Primo and Pharrell, where he places in his own “Top Five Rappers Alive” list, and why he actually doesn’t want to see weed legalized.
Link to Stream/Read Interview: http://bit.ly/64aGAV
Link to Download MP3 of Interview: http://bit.ly/67yfoI
“I don’t read comments or blogs, because you never know who that person is. That person could be someone in the middle of f*ckin’ Iowa whose opinion doesn’t really matter, or they could be insecure, they could be a fan or not be a fan. So I don’t have time for that. I used to read ‘em when I was younger, and sort of go this way or that way, but these days I just put out music, and you can make your opinion on it what you want.”
Follow Game on twitter @ihategame
via Djbooth.net
Dec
18
Eccentric Muchmusic personality Nardwuar interviewed Kid Cudi recently in Vancouver, BC. The interview in a word: Interesting. Veeery interesting.
Dec
16
In part one of Game’s exclusive interview with DJBooth.net, the heavyweight rapper discusses the reasons behind his decision to drop the “The” from his stage name, why his reputation as a beef-lover is a misnomer, and the status of the D.O.C. (Diary of Compton) project he described back in June of ‘08. Part 2 of the interview drops on Thursday!
Link to Stream/Read Interview:
http://bit.ly/514mqL
Link to Download MP3 of Interview:
http://bit.ly/7Hzshm
Quotable:
DJ Booth: So now, on this new album, with less to fight for in terms of what you’ve already dealt with, are you confident you’ll be able to move forward?
Game: Yeah. But there’s still more to fight for. Hip-hop. I mean, not to take anything away from the Drake Era – I like to call it the “Drake Era” ‘cause he’s the most prominent artist in modern-day hip-hop, and he’s great; I’ve got a lot of love for Drake. He’s a dope artist, I listen to his music, and so does my girl and my kids and everybody else in the world – it’s the Drake Era. But I’d still like hip-hop to sort of slide back to the art form I know it is. I don’t know if it ever will, but hip-hop keeps changin’ every day, and with guys like me campaigning and lobbying for it to resurface, I think we’ll be OK. So I’m still fightin’ for that, and the way I fight for that is just to make my albums the way that I make ‘em, the way that we both know and all the other people that listen and support me know that I can do.
via DjBooth.net
Dec
15
Peeped this over at Contra Mag. Absolutely love her.
Continue reading for more photos and get a sneak peek of the interview
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Dec
13
Last week I sat down with Zone4/Interscope recording artist Jared Evan for one of our #iCHATSESSIONS. Jared recently released his mixtape “Radio in My Head” presented by Rik Cordero and hosted by Polow Da Don. From the tape a few singles have been released.
The first one was “Frozen” video for which was directed by Rik Cordero and two singles were released his past weekend “The Reign” and “Gone“.
The interview was very inspiring! He is a really cool kid…very down to earth, working with some legendary people in the business. He has gotten in the studio recording with Timberland, Polow, Hit Boy, Chase N. Cashe and many others. When we did the interview last week, he was in Miami doing more recording for his upcoming album, which he says we should expect in early-mid 2010. This is just a brief version of the interview. If you’d like to see the full 25 mins of Jared and I talking, check it out here [http://www.vimeo.com/8087611]
Download “Radio in My Head” mixtape here and follow Jared on Twitter @jaredevan
Video was edited by our very good friend Phil The God. Follow phil on twitter @philthegod
Nov
24
I’ve been a Jully Black fan for the longest time, her voice is just so powerful. She’s been a main-stay in Canadian R&B for over 10 years and she never disappoints. Running is the first single from Jully’s 3rd album The Black Book; in stores now.
The amazing video dropped a few weeks ago, and was directed by Canadian director Marc André Debruyne
Peep her interview with TOFLO.com, where she discusses the album & more, as well her E Talk interview with Jay-Z after the jump
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Nov
24
In case you couldn’t tell, Complex loves music videos. Earlier this week, we dropped our comprehensive countdown of the 100 Best Music Videos of the 2000s (click here if you missed it), but something was still missing. What would music videos be without the so-called “video vixen,” the model/dancer/actresses who provide us with a little aspirational eye candy in our darkest hour?
The last decade has truly been the golden age for the music video model, from icons like Melyssa Ford to new favorites like Rosa Acosta. Even some of the world’s sexiest celebrities (ScarJo!) have made memorable video appearances, so Complex wanted to provide a comprehensive look back at all the ladies who have caught their eye on MTV, BET and YouTube over the last 10 years. Check out Complex’s 50 favorite music video models
Words by Ernest Baker for Complex Mag.
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Lola Plaku
Creator/Developer
I got in this industry because I feel I have what it takes to make a difference. I have been working hard, sleeping less, playing less and then playing more for the past few years…not too many. I write, consult, organize, plan, plot, entertain and work hard to make that difference I focused on in the first place. ILuvLola is a lifestyle…not just mine, yours too, so give what you can so that you can make that difference with me.
www.iluvlola.net
hustleGRL
Designer/Developer
hustleGRL is a phenomenon. This bilingual teen prodigy has accomplished more in her 16 years than many have in their entire careers. Complete with vision (and the tools to execute) it’s nothing short of a gift to watch this young entrepreneur create what will one day undoubtedly be her own empire.
www.hustlegrl.com
Cynthia Kusitor
Blogger/Contributor
Almost 20 years old. I love music (all types) and everything in that surrounding area from movies to TV to fashion: I love it all. I'm extremely opinionated which is a good thing but can sometimes be a bad thing. I hold no punches and I'm straight to the point, but I swear I'm a lovely person :D
Cori
Blogger/Contributor
I'm a 20-something full time student with a great passion for writing and love anything and anyone that will stimulate my mind. I enjoy the simple things in life with a lil' flair. You'll either love me or hate me, but I'm sure you'll love me. You won't catch me without my mp3 and my blackberry. THEY ARE LIFE. "To whom much is given, much is required". Play hard but always remeber to work harder.
www.corprah-lanfrey.com
Sajae E
Blogger/Contributor
I write, I create & I learn as I go. My ears feel naked without headphones and I'm a blackberry monster til death. I write CD reviews for fun on my phone & I see music videos in my head. X-style slow-mo, video chicks & all. I'm a little neurotic. No, a lot; but I'm your favourite daydreamer's favourite daydreamer.
www.twitter.com/jaefiasco
DDot Omen aka The Blog Bully
Blogger/Contributor
The DMV's Blog Bully has made his 2nd home with Toronto's finest. Transistioning from being just an Artist, DDot brings a strong personality to the world of journalism and online hip-hop realm.
www.ddotomen.com
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BIGNESS hosted by Big Boi & Young Dro
DJ Power & HipHopCanada
Canadian Invasion Volume 2
Three/21 & The Kickdrums
Inside a Change (Mixtape)
ROCK CITY - P.T.F.A.O.
50 CENT - Forever King
Mack Maine x Don Cannon
This is Just a Mixtape
Studio 43 x XO
Monumental
DJ Scream x Roccett
Another Day Another Dollar
50 CENT - War Angel LP
DJ Drama x DJ Skee x R Kelly
The Demo Tape
Rynecologist - Still Thinking
DJ Scream x Busta Rhymes
I Bullshit You Not
Don Cannon x The Cool Kids
Gone Fishing
Trap A Holics x Ludacris
Disturbing Tha Trap
DJ Halo x Charles Hamilton
Dope 2 Go
Nickelus F - Heathen
Baby YU - Candy Rain
G.O.O.D. Music - Live at SXSW
DJ Lissa Monet x Andreena Mill
Ready To Fly
DJ Lissa Monet
Lovestoned Vol. 003
Four Color Zack
Dream, A Little Dream
LA The Darkman x DJ Drama
Living Notoriously
Young Dro x Yung LA
Black Boy White Boy
Lil Wayne x DJ Drama
Dedication 3
DJ Evil Empire x Young Jeezy
The American Dream
DJ Messiah x T.I. x Grandhustle
The King’s Army
DJ Whoo Kid x Lloyd Banks
The Cold Corner
Mick Boogier Presents:
Before The war Love - U-N-I
Kid Cudi
Man on the Moon
