WITBUM ft. Golden Denim
Who doesn't like getting mail, especially when it's denim? Today we got a brand new exclusive package from someone I hope to stay connected with for a long time to come. Meet Golden Denim! Looking for the right brand to stick with for bottoms? I got you covered, forever.
WITBUM ft. Lifeproof
LifeProof lets you take your iPhone into every adrenaline-filled adventure and back again. With frē iPhone 6 case, you and your iPhone can go all in and come back with pics to prove it — because a story without proof is just a tall tale.
WITBUM ft. Capbeast
Who doesn't like getting mail, especially when it's headwear? Today we got a brand new exclusive package from someone new and it's pretty dope, meet Capbeast! Have you always wanted to get some custom hats made, but didn't know where? I got you covered.
WITBUM ft. GoPro Hero4
It's time again for another 'WITBUM' aka What's in The Based Update's Mailbox! Who doesn't like getting mail, especially when its a brand new gadget like a GoPro? Today we got a package from my good friends over at GoPro! I have wanted one of these forever and I was really blessed to get to check out one. Follow below for some photos and a really cool video.
Wednesday, December 31, 2014
Kid Ink “Hello World” Video
Kendrick Lamar: From Girbaud Jeans to Now
HBK Gang: From House Parties to Hit Tracks
G-Eazy Drops Three New Tracks
G-Eazy is gearing up for the continuation of his new tour by dropping a bunch of new music today. This time he links up with the Bay Area's own P-Lo for "I Might," Too Short on "Show You The World." Even more than that he keeps it all solo on "Why Thank You." Make sure you take a listen to the tracks below and put this in your New Year playlist! Yee!
Tuesday, December 30, 2014
Ty Dolla $ign “In Too Deep Tour” Episode 8
HBK Gang: All About That Base
Monday, December 29, 2014
#WorldPremiere Omar Aura “She Wavy” feat. The Kid Ryan
DJ Kay Rich of Young California, is back with another world premiere! This time around the gifted and seasoned Aura Don, Omar Aura, links with R&B front runner The Kid Ryan for the leading single “She Wavy” off of his new album “Players Only” available now on iTunes! Enjoy!
HBK Gang: Strength in Numbers
Friday, December 26, 2014
Kid Ink “Ready 4 War”
In the words of Kid Ink, “Merry Xmas from Me to you! This is a song I recorded a few weeks after I signed my record deal. I been holding this record for a couple years now. Still my shit tho! #VintageInk” Take a listen to “Ready 4 War” below and stay tuned for his next album ‘Full Speed’ due out. early 2015. Yee!
HBK Gang: Crossing Over
Wednesday, December 24, 2014
IAMSU! “Ayo” Remix feat. Chris Brown & Tyga
IAMSU! decided to add a verse to Chris Brown and Tyga’s newest track “Ayo” just in time for Christmas. You already know Su killed it, so take a listen to the track below and enjoy! “HBK Gang the gang, nothing like these other lames.”
Tuesday, December 23, 2014
Footaction ‘Style Means’ Vol. 3: G-Eazy
Monday, December 22, 2014
G-Eazy: From The Bay To The Universe (Episode 4)
Show Banga “Ain’t Gotta Lie” feat. Kool John
Check out the newest track from Show Banga as he links up with fellow Bay Area native Kool John for “Ain’t Gotta lie.” This is a pure banger, so take a listen below and turn up! Yee!
Friday, December 19, 2014
What's in The Based Update's Mailbox ft. Pink Dolphin Clothing

L.A. Leakers “Pull Up” feat Kid Ink, Sage The Gemini & IAMSU!
Kendrick Lamar’s XXL Cover Story
Jasmine V “I Love Your Crazy” Video
Thursday, December 18, 2014
The Rap Monument: Final
IAMSU: From The Bay To The Universe (Episode 4)
Chris Brown & Tyga “Ayo”
Chris Brown and Tyga have finally released their first single of the second edition of their collaborative series ‘Fan Of A Fan.’ Take a listen to “Ayo” below and if this is what we can expect from the whole project, we’re ready for it! Enjoy!
Tuesday, December 16, 2014
P-Lo “Private” Video
Tinashe Reflects On Success Of “Aquarius” & Reveals Goals For 2015
Kendrick Lamar Covers XXL Winter 2014
YG “2015 Flow” Video
Monday, December 15, 2014
Kid Ink “Cool Back” Video
YG ‘Blame It On The Streets’ Album
You guys all know about YG releasingghis official movie and soundtrack entitled ‘Blame It On The Streets.’ Today, you can listen to the 9-track project below! The project features artists like Nipsey Hussle, Jay 305, DJ Quik, DJ Mustard and more. Be sure to purchase the iTunes version to watch the full movie.
Insurgent Official Trailer
Kid Ink ‘Full Speed’ Official Trailer
Friday, December 12, 2014
What's in The Based Update's Mailbox ft. Breezy Excursion

Kool John feat. Young Bari “Did That” Video
Skipper feat. CJ “Cover Girl” Video
Pink Dolphin Holiday ’14 Quickstrike Collection
More new gear from Pink Dolphin! This time around it’s the Holiday ’14 Quickstrike collection. It includes a variation of baseball jerseys, denim pants, overalls, wind breakers, notepads and more. Officially it will be available online 12/13 at midnight EST and at SF & LA Flagship Locations at 11am. Hit the jump to see more!
Jhene Aiko “Wading” Video
Thursday, December 11, 2014
Mad Max: Fury Road Trailer
Tyga VIBE Digital Cover
G-Eazy: From The Bay To The Universe (Episode 3)
Wednesday, December 10, 2014
Reebok Presents Kendrick Lamar: I Am
Kid Ink “Copy That”
Check out the brand new track from Kid Ink as he drops the news that he has a new album on the way. The track is entitled “Copy That” and his third album is set to drop in February under the titled ‘Full Speed.’ Take a listen to the track below and stay tuned for a lot of new music from Ink on the way!
C-Money ‘Just 4 You’ EP
Following a series of single and video releases, one of Oakland’s top prospects C-Money delivers his ‘Just 4 You’ EP. Complete with features from Too $hort and HBK Gang’s IAMSU! and Kool John, the project is overflowing with party-ready anthems and club bangers, all of which are dripping in the Bay Area’s signature slap. Hit the jump to listen in and then download it!
The Walk Official Trailer
Tuesday, December 9, 2014
The Rap Movement: YG
League Of Starz: Throw It Back Release Party
Monday, December 8, 2014
Eric Bellinger “Focused On You” feat. 2 Chainz
Eric Bellinger follows up the success of “I Don’t Want Her” with a new single just as memorable entitled “Focused On You” featuring 2 Chainz. Take a listen to the track below, stay tuned for his album ‘Cuffing Season’ dropping early next year and enjoy!
Tyga “Make It Work” Video
Friday, December 5, 2014
YG “2015 Flow”
So YG got snubbed with no nominations for ‘My Krazy Life’ after platinum and gold plaques to prove it so he dropped a little something titled “2015 Flow.” Thanks to the LA Leakers, he gets some stuff off his chest in the track below. Enjoy!
G-Eazy: From The Bay to Young California
Crush On You: Jasmine V
Ty Dolla $ign “In Too Deep Tour” Episode 7
TeeFLii “Change Your World” Video
Terminator Genisys Official Trailer
Thursday, December 4, 2014
Pink Dolphin: Neoprene Capsule
Check out the brand new Holiday Neoprene Capsule that will drop this Saturday 12/6 at Midnight EST and at SF & LA Flagship stores at 11am. This collection has tees, hoodies, shorts, hats and a backpack with a 15 inch laptop carrier. Hit the jump to check out a few more looks.
DJ Mustard “Face Down” feat. Lil Wayne, Big Sean, YG & Lil Boosie (Lyric Video)
Wednesday, December 3, 2014
IAMSU: From The Bay To The Universe (Episode 3)
Tuesday, December 2, 2014
Audio Push “Quick Fast” feat. Wale
Here is a exclusive first listen to Audio Push’s new single “Quick Fast” Featuring Wale. Produced By: S Dot & Hit-Boy. Be on the look out for there new album “Quick Fast” Available on iTunes 12/15. Click HERE to hear “Quick Fast.”
G-Eazy: From The Bay To The Universe (Episode 2)
Monday, December 1, 2014
The New Members of #YoungCalifornia
All last week we released multiple new members to the family, everything from DJ’s to producers and beyond. Officially the new members included: DJ Era, Soosh*e!, DJ Beatnick, DJ Wizz Kidd, Nic Nac, DJ Vision, P-Lo, DJ Goofy, DJ Mustard & The League of Starz. As the brand grows, we grow too! Read up on every single new member HERE and welcome them to the family!
Dev “Honey Dip” Video
Friday, November 28, 2014
Star Wars: The Force Awakens Teaser Trailer
Wednesday, November 26, 2014
Sage The Gemini “6 God” Freestyle feat. DJ Drama
Check out the newest freestyle from Sage The Gemini as he links up with DJ Drama for “6 God.” Take a listen to the freestyle below and enjoy! “Sage is rich, Drama is rich…. hahaha I’m sorry man.”
Essentials: YG
Concluding a year that saw the release of his debut LP My Krazy Life, artist YG linked with HYPEBEAST for their latest Essentials feature. YG’s Smith and Wesson .38 revolver and bold color-coordinated items serves as a reminder that life is all but sweet in South-Central Los Angeles. Along with custom accessories such as the crimson iPhone 6 and Ben Baller gold Rolex chain, we see items from YG’s own Bompton clothing line, as well as upcoming pieces from the YG x RVCA collaboration dropping in January 2015. Look for Blame It On The Streets to release on December 15th.
Pink Dolphin Black Friday Collection
Pink Dolphin has a Black Friday *LTD* 3M Capsule and Pink Stripe Tie-Dye that will be available at SF & LA Flagship locations ONLY at 9am on November 28th. After the jump check out some of the lookbook & additional Black Friday in-store sale information. I hear people are camping out, so get on top of your situation if you want to get some gear.
League of Starz “Throw It Back” feat. Marko Pen & Sage The Gemini
Finally, the long awaited debut single from League Of Starz! Westcoast production team know for their single success w/ Rich Homie Quan “Walk Thru“, Eric Bellingers “I Don’t Want Her“, Problem “Like Whaaat“, and E-40 “Function” and many others. This is their first debut single “Throw It Back” which features new R&B star Marko Pen and Bay Area superstar SageTheGemini off their upcoming Respect The League project, dropping in 2015. Take a listen below!
Tuesday, November 25, 2014
K. Roosevelt feat. HS87 “Cold” Video
Tinashe “Pretend” Remix feat. Jeezy
Tinashe continues to takeover the airways by releasing a remix to one of her stand out tracks “Pretend.” This time around instead of ASAP Rocky you get the Black Eskimo, Jeezy. If you haven’t grabbed her album ‘Aquarius’ yet you are missing out. Pick that up and take a listen below!
Jurassic World Official Trailer
Ty Dolla $ign “In Too Deep Tour” Episode 6
Monday, November 24, 2014
DJ ASAP “Jordan” feat. L!Z, Jake&Papa & Milla
This just in! We have another World Premiere just for you and this time it’s with #YoungCalifornia’s own DJ ASAP. The track is entitled “Jordan” and it features a bunch of artists like L!Z, Jake & Papa Milla. A Real Representation of The West! Produced by The Man with The Plug! Enjoy!
Marc E. Bassy “American Dream Life” Video
Damon Campbell Interviews Kool John
Jurassic World: Teaser Trailer
Friday, November 21, 2014
G-Eazy “Get Away” Remix feat. Kehlani
G-Eazy didn’t put out just one track today, he has now put out two! This time around he links up with fellow Bay Area artist Khelani for the remix of “Get Away.” If you didn’t know, G-Eazy announced the second leg of the “From The Bay To The Universe” Tour and Kehlani & Kool John will be joining him taking the place of E-40 & IAMSU! Take a listen to this track below and enjoy your weekend!
The Kid Ryan “I Do”
The Kid Ryan decides to leak this infectious song “I Do” as something to hold his supporters over as he is steadily working on his debut mixtape “No Boundaries” and collaborating with industry peers. “I wanted to shift gears from what I have been recording and make a song for fun that will definitely get you in a feel good mood.” – The Kid Ryan. This song is dope! Listen in below!
G-Eazy “Achievement”
Even though G-Eazy is traveling around the country, he still has time to drop some brand new music! Today he has let loose a brand new track entitled “Achievement” produced by Chris Andersson. This is an appropriate track in light of all his success! Take a listen to the track below and enjoy!
Kool John feat. IAMSU! & CJ “Next Day” Video
Thursday, November 20, 2014
OUT NOW! Young California x Starting Line Up B-Day Collab
Last night we celebrated our 3 year anniversary at OHM Nightclub in downtown Los Angeles tonight! As we continue the celebration today, we just released the collaboration we’ve been talking about with Starting Line Up! There are three available in Red, Navy & Black, so head over to their site by clicking HERE and grab a couple tees before their gone! Thank you for the continued support!
YG Interview at The Breakfast Club
IAMSU: From The Bay To The Universe (Episode 2)
Milla “Turn It Out” feat. IAMSU! & Jonn Hart
The Bay Area’s Own Milla strikes again with another banger featuring IAMSU! of HBK Gang and Jonn Hart, presented by our own DJ ASAP! Take a listen to the track below and enjoy!
Wednesday, November 19, 2014
Kid Ink Talks About Chris Brown & Success of “Show Me”
Kendrick Lamar Talks The Power of His Lyrics
Jhene Aiko Announces “Enter The Void” Tour
Jhene Aiko announced today that her new tour “Enter The Void,” will be coming to a city near you featuring fellow female singer SZA as well as Odd Future-affiliated group The Internet. The month-long roll kicks off on December 2nd and runs through until December 21st. Hit the jump to check out the dates.
Young California x Starting Line Up B-Day Collab Drops Tomorrow
As you know we will will be celebrating our 3 year anniversary at OHM Nightclub in downtown Los Angeles tonight! To continue the celebration we will also be releasing a collaboration with Starting Line Up tomorrow at noon. The tees will be available in Red, Navy, & Black so bookmark their site and grab a couple before their gone!
Tuesday, November 18, 2014
YG talks Mustard’s Tight Shirts, Sets & Charity Work
Monday, November 17, 2014
Jasmine V “That’s Me Right There” EP Release Party
Show Banga feat. Sage The Gemini “I Been That” Video
Kendrick Lamar Performs “i” LIVE on SNL
IAMSU! ‘Sincerely Yours 1.5′ Album
IAMSU! has officially re-released his new album, “Sincerely Yours 1.5.” With the obvious success of his debut album, “Sincerely Yours,” he repackaged the project which contains all the original work, plus a bunch of bonus tracks including his new single “On Me” featuring Rich Homie Quan! Make sure you grab the project HERE!
YG: Blame It On The Streets (Trailer)
Flip Major “Rick Vaughn” Freestyle
Flip Major is back with another one, this time he takes on the persona of Rick Vaughn and hits the gas on this Authentic produced freestyle. Here is just a taste of what you can expect from #MajorLeague. Take a listen below and enjoy!
Sunday, November 16, 2014
DJ Mustard “Hot Box” Remix feat. Bobby Brackins, Mila J, Choice & Terrace Martin
Just because it’s the weekend doesn’t mean you don’t get new music! Today DJ Mustard has released a remix to Bobby Brackins’ “Hot Box” track featuring Mila J, Choice & Terrace Martin. Take a listen to it below and enjoy the rest of your weekend! Yee!
Friday, November 14, 2014
Popular Demand Holiday 2014 Lookbook
Los Angeles based lifestyle brand Popular Demand has unveiled its most anticipated release to date: the Popular Demand Holiday 2014 Collection. This collection offers a vivid array of premium streetwear essentials that feature a custom ‘Rosa’ pattern, ‘Web’ pattern, ‘Halftone’ print, a new PD Bold logo, and much more. Rayven Justice showcases some of the graphic tees, fleece, headwear, and bottoms in the official lookbook. The collection is available now HERE and hit the jump for more looks!
From The Bay To The Universe: Atlanta
Kid Ink Talks Writing, Independent Grind & More
Skipper “Believe It” Video
Problem “Andale” feat. Lil Jon
Here’s your turn up anthem for the weekend. Problem is currently on tour but that hasn’t stopped him, this time he has linked up with Lil Jon to drop a brand new track entitled “Andale.” Take a listen to the track below as you ride into the weekend. Enjoy!
Fifty Shades of Grey Official Trailer
Thursday, November 13, 2014
Tinashe Announces “The Aquarius Tour”
After the success of her debut album Aquarius, Tinashe has announced her brand new tour dubbed th “Aquarius Tour.” Officially it starts on December 5 and it will flow through December 19 hitting cities like New York Boston, Washington DC, Toronto, Orlando and more! Make sure you hit the jump to check out the dates and buy your tickets now!
IAMSU! “Only That Real” Remix feat. Yo Gotti & French Montana
To promote the upcoming release of IAMSU!’s ‘Sincerely Yours 1.5,’ Su dropped the official remix to one of his smash hits “Only That Real.” On the remix is none other than Yo Gotti and French Montana! Take a listen to the track below and stay tuned for the album release next week!
Wednesday, November 12, 2014
Kid Ink Talks European Tour, Working with DJ Mustard & Upcoming Album
YG Announces New Project & Movie ‘Blame It On The Streets’
Just in! YG will drop his own short film on December 15th entitled “Blame It On The Streets,” along with a live-action version of his debut album, kind of like a day in the life of YG. To accompany that release YG will release a nine-track mixtape with all-new tracks and remixes! Stay tuned for this! Hit the jump to check out the tracklist.
Marc E. Bassy “Stick To Your Guns” Video
Avengers: Age of Ultron Official Extended Trailer
Monday, November 10, 2014
Fergie feat. YG “L.A. Love” Video
Jasmine V ‘That’s Me Right There’ EP
Jasmine V has official released her EP entitled ‘That’s Me Right There.’ The project holds 5 tracks with the standout single sitting under the same title as the project featuring Kendrick Lamar. Make sure you grab it on iTunes HERE and keep your eye on her and what she has coming up next. Enjoy!
Flip Major “Rider”
#MajorMondays is back for the 2nd week in a row. This time Flip Major salutes all the official women that know what to do when its time to do it. If your new to #MajorMondays Flip Major will be releasing a brand new song FREE every week! What a nice guy right? Take a listen below and enjoy!
Kendrick Lamar Talks Succeeding, Setbacks & More
Audio Push Talk New Single, Working with Hit-Boy & More
Friday, November 7, 2014
What's in The Based Update's Mailbox ft. EXHIBITION

SchoolBoy Q “Hell Of A Night” Video
Big Sean feat. E-40 “IDFWU” Video
Pink Dolphin Holiday ’14 Lineup
Now that you have seen the lookbook, you can now check out the full lineup from the upcoming Holiday drop from Pink Dolphin. This lineup includes everything from hoodies and shirts to joggers and pea coats and everything in between like pillows, hats, socks and more featuring new designs! Officially this collection will be available online November 8th at Midnight EST and will drop at SF & LA flagships November 8th at 11am.
The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies Trailer
Kid Ink & Chris Brown Perform “Show Me” LIVE
G-Eazy ‘These Things Happen’ The West
Rayven Justice feat. Waka Flocka “Slide Thru” Video
Casey Veggies “BackFlip” feat. YG & IAMSU!
Yes! We have another take on Casey Veggies & IAMSU!’s smash “BackFlip!” This time YG has been added on to the track so make sure you take a listen below and enjoy! Hopefully we can get a visual from the three of them soon!
Nick Jonas “Jealous” Remix feat. Tinashe
Nick Jonas’s single “Jealous” has been taking the hit charts by storm and now he links up with #YoungCalifornia’s own Tinashe for the remix! Take a listen to the track below and enjoy!
Too $hort “19,999″ Video
Kendrick Lamar “i” Video
G-Eazy: From The Bay To The Universe (Episode 1)
Kendrick Lamar Interview At The Breakfast Club
Monday, November 3, 2014
Mishka Holiday 14 Lookbook
The Holidays are a season of joy, festivity, caring, and warmth...for most people. For Death Adders (and weirdos in general) it's a time of trying to look passable and act respectable, while you're forced to interact with distant family, co-workers, and assorted "normal" humans. Holiday '14 from Mishka, places their typically head turning gear, in the midst of the most benign hell of all a Christmas dinner. Hit the jump for more looks and stay tuned for a review
Kehlani “FWU” Video
Furious 7 Official Trailer
Kendrick Lamar Performs “i” at the Cleveland Cavaliers Season Opener
Thursday, October 30, 2014
What's in The Based Update's Mailbox ft. DFYNT Clothing

Ty Dolla $ign “In Too Deep Tour” Episode 4
Kendrick Lamar: NBA on TNT
Wednesday, October 29, 2014
#LionsgateHorror Movie Giveaway
Pink Dolphin Holiday 2014 Lookbook
The Pink Dolphin Holiday 2014 lookbook has landed! The new lookbook shows all new designs, colorways and pieces throughout various items from jackets, pants, hoodies, hats, socks and everything in-between. Hit the jump to check out the video along with some more pictures and stay tuned for the release on November 8th at both flagship stores and online.
IAMSU! “All On The Line” feat. Skipper
Check out another track from IAMSU! as he links up with fellow HBK Member Skipper for “All On The Line.” This just premiered this morning so take a listen below and stay tuned for more music from Su on the way! Yee!
Destructo feat. Problem “Dare You 2 Move” Video
Tuesday, October 28, 2014
Mila J feat. Problem “Pain In My Heart” Video
Kehlani “Till The Morning”
Check out the newest track from the Bay Area’s Kehlani as she takes it the bedroom for “Till The Morning.” Make sure you take a listen to the track below and make sure you grab her newest project. Enjoy!
















