Shirley Ju is a Los Angeles-based journalist and on-camera host with her own show called Shirley’s Temple (with a focus on mental health). She lives, breathes, and sleeps music, and if there’s a show in LA, you can find her there. Born in the Bay Area, the Hyphy movement is in her blood. Shirley contributes to several publications and also books for B-Real's Dr. Greenthumb Show. Follow her at @shirju on both Instagram & Twitter.
Read below as YXNG K.A discusses his rapid ascent into music, favorite artists, how he got his name, linking with Tjay and J.I., “My Ways” being one of his favorite records, new album Reaper SZN, studio essentials, and more!
Author/filmmaker Jimmy Da Saint talks about his upbringing in West Philly, biggest influences, getting sentenced to 10 years in prison, passion for writing books, relationship with the real Rick Ross, his proudest books, love for film, goals, and more!
Cush Wallace discusses his musical influences, his favorite Kanye project, how he got his name, and his latest single “Loss for Words.”
Billyracxx was in high spirits posted in Miami. Read below as we discuss his EDM side, Lenny Kravtiz’ influence, how he locked in with Trae Tha Truth, being a “Big Steppa,” the meaning in the visual, his “cult” fanbase, performing a virtual show with Lil Skies, a forthcoming record with Lil Gotit, and more!
Nykobandz discusses his nickname Lil Swim, the independent grind, shooting “Yessir,” having the PnB Rock cosign, linking with NoCap and NLE Choppa, studio essentials, and more!
Read below as AllHipHop talks with David S. Gray, who discusses the moment he fell in love with music, the importance in his message, the meaning behind “Leave The Trap,” jumping genres, love for cars, real estate, labels calling, and more!
Shezi Rosewood returns with the video for his hot new single “Optional.” Take a peek.
Fresh talks about his upbringing on the East Coast, moving to Los Angeles, working with Scott Storch, most memorable sessions with Brandy, Ari Lennox & the Queen Beyonce, his Grammy nominations, being a black man in America, and more!
Armani White drops off a banging new single “Danny Mac” dedicated to his brother!
Read as producer Statik Selektah discusses the making of “Keep it Moving” with Nas and Joey Badass, playing it for Dave Chapelle in Ohio, the inspiration behind The Balancing Act title and cover art, his daughter on the closing track, the moment he fell in love with hip-hop, the story behind “Love Is Only A Feeling” by Joey Bada$$, goals, and more!
AllHipHop caught up with Bay Swag. Read below as we discuss his new single “Loyalty & Love,” his tight-knit circle, motivation from “Tarzana,” his Top 5, studio essentials, goals, and more!
Chris Blue is far more than just a winner on The Voice, although that comes with its own bragging rights.
Read below as AllHipHop kicks with Bobby Fishscale to discuss “Da Relapse,” his favorite songs on the project, shooting “Dark Place” in front of an actual dope house, his visuals, goals, and more!
Sonic discusses his roots in Chicago, biggest influences, how he got into producing, his name, working with Roddy Ricch, meeting Lil Durk, advice to upcoming producers, and more!
Check out this new track “Groovy Night” by Big Meecho courtesy of Kleb Records!
If you haven’t heard of Zookie Baby, allow us to put you on. The rising star hails from Wilmington, Delaware, arriving with an infectious personality to match her infectious music. Reminiscent of a young Missy Elliott in the making, real name Zahiya West brings her A-game when it comes to fusing the worlds of Hip […]
On the heels of his newest visual for “Fool” featuring Fat Loc, AllHipHop caught up with Blacc Zacc. Read below as we discuss the true meaning behind 803 Legend, the collaborations, what makes you a legend, his label deal, goals, and more!
Currently deemed the “industry’s best kept secret,” Vory is ready to debut himself as a recording artist with a strong pen game that does not go unnoticed. We’ve been told that before the year is over, the 23-year-old will surprise release his forthcoming, self-titled VORY. Well…it appears it’s finally here. Exclusive teasers of the album […]
Julian Xtra on his upbringing in Chicago, biggest influences, overcoming Lyme Disease, his new singles, and more!
New artist Dylan Owen drops a song about overcoming adversity with his new song “A Time to Move On.”
