YO! MTV Raps Stars Ed Lover, Dr. Dre & T-Money Talk Def Jam, Rick Rubin, Public Enemy & Blazing Trails Globally
The stars of YO! MTV Raps are telling all about their past, present and future.
DJ Chose On Megan Thee Stallion Friendship, Working With Tyga, Producing For Kevin Gates And More
Read below as AllHipHop kicks it with DJ Chose about his journey thus far, his part-time job, his producer tag, how he got his name, remixing Megan Thee Stallion’s “THICK,” how he ended up working with Tyga, studio essentials, his new single with Guwop, and more!
Black Thought & Sean C: The Goats Of Another Nation
Black Thought And Sean C created one of the best album of 2020. Read up on the process and the genius.
Epic Year in Battle Rap Ends with New Music from Mickey Factz, Rain910, MarvWon, Shotgun Suge, and Frak
AllHipHop checks out new releases dropped at the end of 2020 from Mickey Factz, MarvWon, Rain 910, Frak, and Shotgun Suge— and showcases projects that prove that battlers can hop in their music bag too. And a few singles that are the precursor to bigger projects in 2021.
Mixxproduction: The LA Producer Talks Working with French Montana and Teyana Taylor
Read below as AllHipHop talks to Mixxproduction on his transition from DJ to producer, meeting Teyana Taylor, getting his first plaque, producing for French Montana, mixing for Polo G, studio etiquette, what inspires him the most, and more!
Gangsta Boo Talks Megan The Stallion, Killer Mike’s Impact, Three 6 Mafia & Higher Hip-Hop Learning
Gangsta Boo is about to have a most incredible 2021…see why!
Pete Rock On New Music, Producing Legendary Tracks And Hip-Hop’s True Origins
AllHipHop caught up with Pete Rock, who was posted in the studio in New York brainstorming new music and beats. Read as we discuss his new project, his take on today’s rap game, recording “T.R.O.Y.” and Nas’ “The World Is Yours,” who he’d like to work with, his Jamaican roots, Kool Herc’s influence, and more!
AllHipHop Presents: Some Of The Best Hip-Hop Songs Of 2020
2020 had some amazing music…it was almost too much! With Hip-Hop, it’s never enough!
Gospel Artist JJ Hairston Is ‘Not Holding Back’
JJ Hairston discusses his high rank as a gospel artist, the creation of “Miracle Worker,” the new project, why he spreads love and positivity, fatherhood in quarantine, studio essentials, and changing his diet for the better!
From Old School To Now School – AllHipHop’s Top Hip-Hop Albums Of 2020
From Old School To Now School – AllHipHop’s Top Albums Of 2020 Is Here!
Jimmy Da Saint: The Philly O.G. On Authoring Books, Jumping Into Films And Mentorship
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!
Billyracxx On Being The “Big Steppa”
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!
Fresh On Writing “Lucid Dreams” For Brandy, Speaks About Being A Black Man In America
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!
Statik Selektah: The Ultimate “Balancing Act”
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!
Bay Swag: From “Saucin” To Records With Young Thug & Lil Baby
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!
Is it Time for Arsonal and Goodz to Deliver Their Benediction in Battle Rap? (VOLUME 6 Recap)
URL’s Volume 6 is in the history books. Check out this recap of some of the best moments of the epic battles!
“The Voice” Winner Chris Blue: A Carrier Of Gospel And Truth
Chris Blue is far more than just a winner on The Voice, although that comes with its own bragging rights.
Bobby Fishscale: Trapper Turned Rapper Talks ‘Da Relapse’
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!
SMACK’s VOLUME 6 Could Be The Most Inclusive Card Of The Year… And Here’s Why
The Ultimate Rap League refuses to take their feet off the gas, ending the year with a card featuring some of the top rappers from three different decades of modern battle rap.
Sonic: Chicago Producer Talks Working With Roddy Ricch & Lil Durk
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!
