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Music Westside Gunn Will Release “Michelle Records” Under One Condition "And Then You Pray For Me" might be his final studio album but Westside Gunn's "Michelle Records" could still see the light of day. By Aron A. November 29, 2023
Music Fredo Bang Talks "Yes, I'm Sad," Kevin Gates Collabs, His OnlyFans Spending, And His Infamous Crush On Coi Leray In this exclusive HNHH interview, we spoke to Fredo Bang about his new album "Yes, I'm Sad," as well as his crush on Coi Leray, label issues, and his collaboration with Kevin Gates, among many other topics. By Shirley Ju January 25, 2024
Music Rakim Is Taking The "Lid Off Hip Hop" With Sprite For The Culture's 50th Exclusive Interview: Hip Hop icon and legendary lyricist Rakim is celebrating 50 years of the culture & kicking off Black Music Month in style. By Erika Marie June 01, 2023
Original Content Belly Recorded “Double Up” Verse As A Birthday Gift To Nipsey Hussle EXCLUSIVE: Belly reflects on losing Nipsey Hussle and how his verse on "Double Up" landed on "Victory Lap." By Aron A. May 24, 2023
Music Mike Shabb Talks Earl Sweatshirt Collab, Nicholas Craven Partnership & “Sewaside III” Mike Shabb began making waves after producing "Switches On Everything" for Westside Gunn but his latest project, "Sewaside III" is a brilliant display of his creative prowess as both as MC and producer. We caught up with Mike Shabb to discuss his latest project, Earl Sweatshirt, Joe Budden and Kevin Durant co-signs, and his creative partnership with Nicholas Craven. By Aron A. July 15, 2024
Music Kalan.FrFr Wants To "Make The West Great Again": On New Album, Kendrick Lamar's "Not Like Us," & West Coast Mount Rushmore Kalan.FrFr shares his thoughts about about unity in the West Coast, as well as the feud between Drake and Kendrick Lamar. By Tallie Spencer May 16, 2024
Music Jay Critch Is Done Being Humble: On New Album, Drake Vs. Kendrick & The Secret Behind Sexyy Red & Bossman Dlow's Success The Brooklyn MC's latest offering "Humble Giant" embodies the resilience of his journey. The rapper sat down with HotNewHipHop to discuss the project, as well as his collaborations with Rich The Kid, Cash Cobain and MIKE. By Aron A. May 07, 2024
TV Ladies First: Mehgan James Refuses To Be The Mean Girl On "Basketball Wives Orlando" EXCLUSIVE INTERVIVEW: Mehgan James has returned to reality television as a veteran—but she's more than just unscripted TV. We spoke with her about "Basketball Wives Orlando," her hit podcast "The Hollywood Group Chat," her "Good Head" manifestation book, and much more. By Erika Marie October 25, 2023
Original Content The Renegade Dance: How An Established Duo Set A Precedent For The Decade INTERVIEW: K Camp & Reazy Renegade set a new precedent in the TikTok era after the success of "Lottery (Renegade)." By Aron A. March 14, 2020
Original Content Pink Sweat$ Has Pop Star Dreams & The Vision To Go With It EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Pink Sweat$ breaks down his success and his new EP, "The Prelude," while also diving into pop music's lack of diversity. By Rose Lilah July 17, 2020
Original Content An Immortal Legacy: A Conversation With "L.A. Originals" Mister Cartoon & Estevan Oriol EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Following the release of Netflix's "L.A. Originals," Mister Cartoon and Estevan Oriol detail the making of the documentary, Chicano artwork, and what it meant to work with Nipsey Hussle and Kobe Bryant. By Aron A. May 17, 2020
Original Content Rapsody Vs. Marlanna: On Letting Fans In & Helping New Artists With "The Royal Sessions" EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Rapsody has partnered with Crown Royal Apple for "The Royal Sessions" where emerging artists are able to showcase their talents. She spoke with us about her role as "The Royal Sessions" master of ceremonies, told us advice she has for budding artists, and shared why creatives shouldn't be afraid to slide into their favorite artists DMs for advice. By Erika Marie May 21, 2020