In this Interview with Montreality, Phife Dawg of A Tribe Called Quest speaks about: – His story (0:18) – The type of student he was at school (0:35) – What he would be doing if it wasn’t for the music (0:52) – Jobs he’s had as a teenager growing up (1:01) – What he spent [cont.]

Second single taken from Lewis Parker’s forthcoming album “The Glass Ceiling”. Produced by Lewis Parker for the World of Dusty Vinyl.

From the upcoming EP, Preparing for Capture. Directed and edited by Erik Anello.

Dee Vasquez filming dope right off the IPhone.

Sacha Baron Cohen’s new comedy film, The Dictator, opened in theaters today. N.O.R.E. was lucky enough to get treated to a screening of the film several days ago by the good people over at Next Movie. Watch N.O.R.E. review the film in the latest segment of Next Movie’s Rapper Reviews.

Meek Mill talked about how much his life has changed for the better now that he’s a successful rapper. He touched upon not being able to anticipate the workload that’s come with his fame. Further, he addressed the beginning of the Maybach Music Group and the friendships that have developed because of it.

The famed Brand Nubian rapper details new projects he’s been working on, including his new album “New York,” set for Summer release. Sadat X also shares his thoughts on the current state of hip-hop and the importance of artists being original.

From their recently released Straight No Chaser album.

DJ Pawl is working on a documentary about when rappers get old. It just hit it’s 10,000 Kickstarter goal, and will feature interviews with Yesh aka Yeshua DapoED, Soul Khan, J57, Alaska, Blockhead, DJ Js1, DJ Elle, Despot, J Zone, Jams F. Kennedy, Bobbito, Masta Ace, Eternia, Torae, Luckyiam, Brooker T, Jensen Karp aka Hot [cont.]

Shaheem Reid, Editor at Large, XXL talks with Curren$y about his upcoming album, The Stoned Immaculate, releasing on June 5th on Warner Bros. Records.

Another one from E-40′s triple album, The Block Brochure: Welcome To The Soil 1, 2 & 3.

Directed by Alex Nazari.

Bootleg Kev writes: 2 Chainz came through my show and we discussed Kanye’s Tweet about him possibly joining G.O.O.D. Music, his recording process in the studio, his debut album, working with Mike Posner in the studio, his writing process, the record he did “Like Me”, how important “Mercy” has been to him, the artwork and [cont.]

Jay-Z speaks with CNN about Obama’s support for gay marriage, as well as the American economy.

Soul crooner Mayer Hawthorne gets back his DJ roots in an ode to the potent Hennessy and ginger ale cocktail in his new video for “Henny & Gingerale”, off of his latest album How Do You Do.

Danny Brown takes us into the real Detroit in this Pitchfork.tv special. We follow Danny with his family, recording new music, performing at Dilla Day and much more.