Awkward as-per-usual interview by Chelsea Lately, as Kendrick Lamar touches upon his “Control” verse.

1/2 of Run The Jewels sits in with Bootleg Kev up at Power 98.3.

Exclusive in-depth interview with Dizzy Wright. In part 1 Dizzy talks to Nick Huff Barili about being inspired to rhyme by Krayzie Bone and Bone Thugs N Harmony. Dizzy recalls that at first his Mother, who worked in the music industry, would write his raps but at one point he felt that it didn’t fully [cont.]

Watch Action Bronson run the food tuck at the Bushwick Block Party.

From Yo Gotti’s upcoming mixtape, November 19th, which hits next week.

Queens rap collective World’s Fair unleash another cut off their razor-sharp debut Bastards Of The Party, out 9/3/13 on Fool’s Gold.

Timbaland speaks on the work he has done with Michael Jackson, which he expects to be out soon.

Something Else in stores now.

The second leak off Crushed Grapes.

Killa Cam returns with the first single from Ghetto Heaven Vol. One.

This time around on “Rhythm Roulette,” Mass Appeal linked up with the one and only, El Producto. The Def Jux general blessed us with the opportunity to gain some insight on the process, which has helped him make classic material since 1993. After heading to a hole-in-the-wall record shop and picking out some dusty old [cont.]

Off of Frank The Butcher’s BAU “All Is Fair” project produced by Frank The Butcher & Paul Mighty. All Is Fair dropping soon.

Jay-Z delivers the video for the opening track of Magna Carta Holy Grail on Facebook.

The time has come, Raekwon’s protege Ceazar drops off his new “Render The Throne” mixtape hosted by DJ Whoo Kid. Download Mixtape | Free Mixtapes Powered by DatPiff.com

West Coast artist Problem shares how he linked up with Dr. Dre while working with T.I., and how they worked on music at Dre’s home studio. He also explains the process of working with the legendary producer and rapper, and what he learned while in the studio with Dre.

Immortal Technique continued his in depth interview with Battle Rap journalist Michael Hughes, at the VladTV headquarters, this time speaking on the presence of gang affiliation existing in Battle Rap. Technique addressed the presence of street gangs being involved in Battle Rap, but instead of focusing on the negative associations that most people might address, [cont.]

This episode of Hellafine Fridays previews many of the big albums coming out this Fall, with singles and tracks from each project. Mixed by DJ Pizzo. 1. Eminem – “Berzerk” – The Marshall Mathers LP 2 – Nov. 5th 2. E-40 – “Ripped” (feat. Lil Jon) – The Block Brochure 4,5,6 – TBA 3. Cali [cont.]

Peter Bailey shares a NiteCap with Atlanta rap superstar 2 Chainz at his album listening party for B.O.A.T.S. II: Me Time, then heads to the studio where 2Chainz discusses his recent arrest, invoking a new soulful sound, advice from 50 Cent & his unwavering work ethic.

My Name Is My Name due October 6th.

This track already has a steady buzz in the club, with B.o.B. replacing Joe Moses’ verse for it’s official release. Produced by DJ Mustard.