Monday, December 24, 2012

VIDEO: Christmas Memories with Big Sean, Kendrick Lamar & More...


VIDEO: DJ Whoo Kid Interviews A$AP Rocky [12/24/12]



Mr. Rocky discusses his upcoming album, LongLiveA$AP, getting cosigned by Drake, his southern influences, and more with DJ Whoo Kid.

VIDEO: Christmas Episode - Trae Tha Truth



Trae Tha Truth releases a Christmas episode of his cartoon series for the masses to enjoy. Not going to lie, it's pretty hilarious. Enjoy!

MUSIC: Folarin [Mixtape] - Wale

In addition to spending time with family, opening presents, and celebrating the birth of Christ, Christmas is also a good time for one other reason: mixtape releases. After going through the blogosphere and giving you guys the latest updates on mixtapes, I've come to the conclusion that I am the most excited to listen to Folarin. With DJ Clark Kent as the host and features from Scarface, 2 Chainz, French Montana, Jhene Aiko and more, it sounds like it's going to be a mixtape to remember. Hit the jump to listen to the entire tape and download it. Salute!

PS. The mixtape has already moved +200,000 units and it hasn't even been released for 24 hours yet.

MUSIC: Black Santa [EP] - Freeway

Freeway drops off an EP just in time for Christmas. Features include Chris, Neef Buck, Bleek, Peedi Crakk, Tek, and many more. Hit the jump for the tracklist and some more music to listen to for Christmas 2012.

MUSIC: 187 (feat. Rick Ross) - Tyga

Tyga liberates the CDQ of his newest single, "187," featuring Rick Ross. Download after the jump.


MUSIC: Est. in 1989 2.5 [Mixtape] - Mike WiLL Made It

Mike WiLL made it drops his twenty five track mixtape just in time for Christmas. Features include Gucci Mane, Juicy J, Chief Keef, Big Sean, and many more. In addition to some of the hit songs that he's produced this year, there are ten exclusive songs. Salute! Hit the jump to listen to the entire tape and download it.

MUSIC: 2012 Rap Up - Skillz

Skillz releases his annual "Rap Up" single. The vibe is a little different than last year but I can dig it. Download this track on his recently released album Thoughts Become Things as a bonus track. Salute!

VIDEO: Blackout - Jon Connor



The latest visuals from Jon Connor's mixtape, While You Were Sleeping.

VIDEO: HypeTrak's Interview with Azealia Banks [12/24/12]


"There is no denying that 2012 has been a big year for Azealia Banks. With a string of critically-acclaimed releases, a high number of visually demanding music videos, as well as close ties with some of the fashion industry's most prominent designers, the Harlemite made sure that her voice was heard far and beyond this year. Now, Ms. Banks is readying the oft-delayed yet highly anticipated debut album 'Broke With Expensive Taste', due early next year, which is set to further increase her rising reputation on the music scene but also to feature a trend-setting new sound for the future. We spoke to the 21-year old artist during her recent visit in Hong Kong to perform at the music festival Clockenflap and touched upon subjects like her favorite 2012 music release, her surprising opinion on rap music, the effect of branding on a recording artist's career, some details on 'Broke With Expensive Taste'. Expect some quotables as you watch the conversation above."