Friday, January 31, 2014

Pink Dolphin Spring 14 Lookbook Video

You have caught the official lookbook for the Pink Dolphin Spring 14 line and now you can peep the official video for it! This collection see’s a bunch of new designs and colorways along with new takes on classic logos that we have seen since 2008. Once again, Spring ’14 Part One will drop online and at both flagship locations in San Francisco and Los Angeles on February 8th!

Adrian Marcel “2AM” #YoungCalifornia Remix feat. Sage the Gemini & Problem

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This just in! Check out the newest #YoungCalifornia remix from the Bay Area’s Adrian Marcel. This time around Sage The Gemini & Problem assist him on his “2AM” track you should know by now.This R&B artist & track is definitely something you need to pay attention to, so make sure you take a listen below and enjoy!

Thursday, January 30, 2014

Pink Dolphin Spring 14 Lookbook

The brand new lookbook from Pink Dolphin has officially landed! This collection see’s a bunch of new designs and colorways along with new takes on classic logos that we have seen since 2008. As you will see this lineup includes everything from tank tops, shirts, shorts & button ups all the way through denim pants, sweats, hoodies, crewnecks, jackets and all the accessories you will need! Spring ’14 Part One will drop online and at both flagship locations in San Francisco and Los Angeles on February 8th! Hit the jump to check out the entire lookbook & stay tuned for my review.

YG “Left, Right” Video

Compton’s YG has officially dropped the brand new visual for the DJ Mustard-assisted track “Left, Right.” The visual sees YG with a bunch of familiar faces for cameos all around the streets of Los Angeles. Check out the visual above and look out for his debut album ‘My Krazy Life’ to drop later this year. Enjoy!

Kendrick Lamar Says “Everything Happens For A Reason” After Grammy Snub

The biggest hip-hop storyline from the 2014 Grammy Awards was Macklemore beating out Kendrick Lamar for just about every major hip-hop award; on Grammy day last Sunday, Macklemore walked away with four Grammys for Best Rap Album, Best Rap Song, Best Rap Performance and Best New Artist while Kendrick walked away with zero. XXL recently caught up with King Kendrick after his performance with Dom Kennedy last night in New York City, and asked for his thoughts on Macklemore’s victories.

Wednesday, January 29, 2014

Audio Push “Turn Down” Video

Check out the brand new visual from Audio Push! This time around they create the visual for “Turn Down,” so sit back and chill. The video was directed by Nem Perez & make sure you download their ‘Come As You Are’ mixtape HERE. Enjoy!

Zendaya “My Baby” Video

The brand new visual for the track you all know from Zendaya has officially landed! That video is for the Bobby Brackins & Nic Nac produced track entitled “My Baby.” The video was directed by Stephen Garnett, jewelry by Lace by Tanaya & makeup by Brooke Hill. Furthermore, make sure you stay tuned for the second visual featuring Ty Dolla Sign, Bobby Brackins & IAMSU! coming soon! #BlessAndSee

Ty Dolla Sign on Sway In The Morning

“If you’re from the West, you’re probably quite familiar with Ty Dolla $ign! From singing on YG’s debut hit, ‘Toot It and Boot It’ to being signed to Atlantic and Wiz Khalifa’s Taylor Gang — Ty has consistently dropped hits and has written for some of the industry’s heavy hitters. The Paranoid artist stopped by Sway in the Morning and exclusively told us a remix of his current single, ‘Paranoid,’ is in the process of getting remixed by The Weeknd & more!”

Tuesday, January 28, 2014

IAMSU! “Only That Real” feat. 2 Chainz & Sage The Gemini

Just last night IAMSU! dropped off a brand new track! This time around 2 Chainz & Sage The Gemini jump on Suzy’s “Only That Real.” The track was produced by The Invasion & make sure to be on the lookout for IAMSU!’s ‘sincerely Yours’ album to drop later this year. Take a listen below and enjoy!

Kendrick Lamar Performs “M.A.A.D. City” On SKEE Live

Just yesterday Kendrick Lamar was the very first artist to bless the SKEE Live stage! K. Dot performed his “M.A.A.D. City” track which recently caught new light again after the top performance of the night at the Grammy’s. Make sure you check out the performance above & enjoy!

Eric Bellinger x Vivian Kindle “Bed Medicine”

Check out a quick visual from Eric Bellinger as he has Vivian Kindle dancing to “Bed Medicine.” Take a look above, enjoy & stay tuned for his brand new album ’The ReBirth’ dropping on Valentines Day!

Eric Bellinger “My Queen”

Valentines Day has gotten a little closer which means the new project from Eric Bellinger is nearing release! As Eric states, “Yoooo! Here’s another joint to hold yall over til I drop the album!!!” Take a listen below, stay tuned for ‘The ReBirth’ & enjoy!

Monday, January 27, 2014

Wiz Khalifa x Berner “Chapo” Video

Berner and Wiz Khalifa have liked up for a brand visual! This time around it’s for their “Chapo” track the two released not too long ago. Officially Taylor Gang has plans to release a crew LP soon and this track is taken from that release. The visual is a sunset-hued theme beautifully directed by David Camarena. Enjoy!

Ty Dolla $ign Interview with The Breakfast Club

Keeping the ball moving, Ty Dolla Sign met up with The Breakfast Club to speak on the progression of his music from Los Angeles to New York, along with “Paranoid” relating to real situations, signing to his new label, and being considered as a possible XXL Freshmen. Check it out above and enjoy!

Imagine Dragons “Radioactive” Remix feat. Kendrick Lamar

Hot off the press is the official remix to Imagine Dragon’s “Radioactive” featuring Kendrick Lamar. If you missed the Grammy’s last night you missed one hell of a performance of this because they shut the entire show down with a LIVE rendition of this track & more! Take a listen below to the official audio and enjoy!

Friday, January 24, 2014

Kendrick Lamar Interview with The Hollywood Reporter

“He has feuded with Drake, provoked rappers on both sides of the country and picked a fight with Phil Jackson. But this 26-year-old “good kid” from Compton has been embraced by the music industry with no fewer than seven nominations” In a brand new interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Kendrick Lamar & Imagine Dragons get into further detail about their Grammy Awards collaboration. That collaboration with feature a mash-up of the Dragons’ apocalyptic anthem, “Radioactive,” nominated for record of the year, with Lamar’s “M.A.A.d City,” the angel dusted aorta of the rapper seven-times nominated album ‘good kid, m.A.A.d City.’ Read the full story HERE.

Ty Dolla Sign HOT 97 Interview

Following the release of his ‘Beach House’ EP, Ty Dolla $ign stopped by HOT 97 to talk about the brand new project, being part of the Taylor Gang, rolling techniques, being around Wiz Khalifa and family along with how he smokes over an ounce every 48 hours. Take a look above!

Thursday, January 23, 2014

Roach Gigz “Too Easy” Video

Check out the brand new visual from the Bay Area’s Roach Gigz entitled “Too Easy” produced by Cloz. The track is off the upcoming EP ‘The Gig Effect’ & the video was directed by #tyCA’s Chris Simmons. Goomba!

Kid Ink feat. Tyga “Iz U Down” Video

It’s been a few weeks since his major label debut and now Kid Ink drops another visual from the project entitled “Iz U Down” featuring Tyga. In the video above, Ink and Tyga are looking for some females that are down to join them for the night. Kid Ink’s new album ‘My Own Lane‘ is available for purchase now & the video was directed by Hundred Proof. Enjoy!

Schoolboy Q Interview with HOT 97

Check out a brand new interview from Schoolboy Q! This time around he stopped over at HOT 97 to talk about Gang Past, Lean & his conversations with Kendrick Lamar! Peep it above and stay tuned for his ‘Oxymoron’ project coming soon!

Wednesday, January 22, 2014

YG “My Ni**a” Remix feat. Lil Wayne, Meek Mill, Rich Homie Quan & Nicki Minaj

Hot off the press! YG has officially dropped the remix to his biggest hit in 2013 aka “My Nigga.” The official remix of the track features heavy hitters like Lil Wayne, Nicki Minaj, Meek Mill & Rich Homie Quan. This is just the beginning of what should be a big year because the release of his debut album ‘My Krazy Life’ drops in March. Take a listen below and enjoy!

Eric Bellinger “Road Trip”

Valentines Day is getting closer and closer which means the new project from Eric Bellinger is nearing release! As Eric states, “What’s good! Here’s a new joint just to hold you guys over til the Album drops!!!” Take a listen below and enjoy!

Nipsey Hussle “Hold My Own” Interview

#ALTV is back with it’s first video of 2014. In the video above they sat down with Nipsey Hussle to talk about the inspiration behind the independent music scene on the West Coast. They also discussed other lessons he learned from reading contagious, and he even hints at his first clients for The Marathon Marketing Company. Enjoy!

Tuesday, January 21, 2014

Skipper feat. IAMSU! & Dave Steezy “That’s My Word” Video

Check out the brand new visual from HBK’s Skipper entitled “That’s My Word” featuring IAMSU! & Dave Steezy! As you know this track was seen of his brand new project #WET2 that just dropped yesterday. Furthermore, the video was directed by Daghe & David Camarena & you can peep it above. Enjoy!

Monday, January 20, 2014

Skipper ‘Wet 2′ Mixtape

The brand new mixtape from HBK Gang’s Skipper has landed! The project holds 14 tracks with features from artists like IAMSU!, Kool John, 1 O.A.K, CJ, Jay Ant & more! That doesn’t even include all the production from The Invasion’s IAMSU!, P-Lo, Jay Ant & Kuya Beats just to name a few. Make sure you download the project for free HERE and enjoy!

Friday, January 17, 2014

What's in The Based Update's Mailbox ft. EXHIBITION

It's yet again time for another 'WITBUM' aka What's in The Based Update's Mailbox! Who dosen't like getting mail, especially when its clothing? This time we got brand new gear from a brand new clothing brand called EXHIBITION formerly known as Teruo Artistry! This is an ALL NEW look so make sure you follow below to learn about what's new plus see what we got!

Packaging: Exhibition has convenient fast shipping! If you live in California you will have your gear ASAP and if your in the United States you should have it in a few days. Everything comes in a decorative shoe box type of package with everything wrapped in poly bags keeping all of your gear extra secure and safe. Since this was formerly Teruo, all the same high standards still fall into place, just under a new name.

Wednesday, January 15, 2014

Pink Dolphin x Liquipel: Wave Capsule

The limited edition Pink Dolphin x Liquipel: Wave Capsule will be available online January 18th at midnight EST! Furthermore, there will be drops at SF and LA locations that morning at 11am. All hats in the capsule are water resistant! Check out the video above for the proof!

Grammy Presents: “A Day In The Life” Kendrick Lamar

One of the first artist featured in this new series is Kendrick Lamar, who’s up for a total of three awards: Album of the Year, Best Rap Album and Best New Artist. In the video above, Kendrick reflects back on his journey, building courage, being in the studio an entire night and keeping focused throughout his daily actives while constantly writing everyday. Enjoy!

Tuesday, January 14, 2014

Zendaya "My Baby" Remix feat. Ty Dolla Sign, Bobby Brackins & IAMSU!

Check out the brand new remix from Zendaya entitled "My Baby" featuring Ty Dolla Sign, Bobby Brackins & IAMSU! Nic Nac produced the track so make sure you take a listen below and enjoy!

Prince Sole 'Sunset, Champagne & Cocaine' Mixtape

The brand new mixtape from the San Jose native Prince Sole has officially landed! After signing a deal with RBC Records he drops this 16 track mixtape featuring artists like IAMSU!, Ty Dolla Sign, Ray J, Milla & more! Also, the mixtape is hosted by Young California's DJ Carisma so make sure you download the project HERE. Enjoy!

Ty Dolla $ign "Paranoid" Remix feat. Trey Songz & French Montana

In support of his upcoming Beach House EP, the Los Angeles artist Ty Dolla Sign drops the official remix of “Paranoid" featuring Trey Songz and French Montana . This track was already HOT and now its on another level! It of course is produced by DJ Mustard, and make sure you look out for the new project to become available on January 21st. Take a listen below and enjoy!

Monday, January 13, 2014

Skeme: Behind The Sound

Watch as Rikki Martinez takes us inside the hustle and rhymes of today's rising stars and hottest names within the culture. In this episode the focus is on Skeme who is known in the rap scene for his raw flare and rasp voice that cuts through just as much as his rhyme authencity to his grind and city do, this Inglewood MC has proven that he's deserving of the spotlight. So in the video above they dig deeper and find out what drives Skeme, his music and his hustle on Behind The Sound.

Tinashe "2 On" feat. Schoolboy Q

Check out the brand new track from RCA's R&B sensation Tinashe entitled "2 On" featuring Schoolboy Q. The track was written by Bobby Brackins and furthermore, it will be seen on her debut album that will see features from Mike Will Made It, A$AP Rocky, Ryan Hemsworth, Boi-1da, Travi$ Scott, and of course ScHoolboy Q. Take a listen below and enjoy! Mustard on the beat hoe!

Jhene Aiko Reveals Album Release Date

Jhene Aiko, who has already appeared on Drakes 'Nothing Was The Same' and J. Cole's 'Born Sinner,' is finalizing her solo debut Souled Out (via Artium/ Def Jam Records) and has finally put a time stamp on her highly anticipated project. Take a listen above to hear about it along with the release date!

YG "My Krazy Life" Episode 1: New Year's Eve

In the very first episode of his “My Krazy Life” web-series, YG brings in the New Year performing at the Fox Theater in Pomana, CA, for his 'New Year’s Eve: YG & Friends show.' Watch above as he performs hit records: "My Nigga," "You Broke," "IDGAF," "Left Right" and more! YG’s debut album 'My Krazy Life' drops March 18th!

Friday, January 10, 2014

Adrian Marcel "2AM"

Check out the newest track from the Bay Area's Adrian Marcel entitled "2AM." This R&B track is definitely something you need to pay attention to so make sure you take a listen below and enjoy! If this is the first you've heard of him, he released 15-track mixtape entitled '7 Days of Weak' last year that you can download HERE.

Eric Bellinger feat. Problem “I Don’t Want Her” Video

Eric Bellinger has released the visual to his biggest track leading into 2014 featuring fellow Los Angeles native Problem. The visual sees the two downtown LA with plenty of eye candy centering around a rooftop fashion show. Peep the video above and stay tuned for Eric’s upcoming album 'The ReBirthcoming' dropping on Valentine ’s Day. Enjoy!

Kid Ink LIVE on Power 106's #LIFTOFF

Just yesterday Kid Ink was all the way LIVE on the #LIFTOFF in Los Angeles to talk about his album "My Own Lane" which just released January 7th. He also performed "Show Me" live, answered twitter questions and give some some voice mail tips after hearing the #internburnline! Check some footage above and hit the jump for more!

Thursday, January 9, 2014

What's in The Based Update's Mailbox ft. Pink Dolphin Clothing

It's yet again time for another 'WITBUM' aka What's in The Based Update's Mailbox! Who dosen't like getting mail, especially when its clothing? Even though it dropped a while back we are going to review the Pink Dolphin Holiday line! It's a new year and Spring is on the way so take a look at what you can get now below and see what we got!

Packaging: Pink Dolphin always has top of the line shipping! Not only is it priority mail which gets to you asap, but if you live in the greater Los Angeles area or California you will receive it even faster! Above and beyond the initial packaging, all of the gear is always wrapped in their own branded poly bags and kept fresh to the max! Every line the quality increases so the last thing you will ever have to worry about is shipping with Pink Dolphin!

Mally Mall “Wake Up In It” feat. Tyga, Pusha T, French Montana & Sean Kingston (BTS Video)

Mally Mall and Tyga take us behind the scenes into the making of their “Wake Up In It” music video alongside Pusha T, French Montana, and Sean Kingston. The video will be directed by Mike Ho and it’s coming soon so peep the BTS with special guests like Justin Beiber and more above. Enjoy!

Wednesday, January 8, 2014

Sage The Gemini’s “Gas Pedal” Goes Platinum

That’s right! Sage The Gemini hit single “Gas Pedal” has reached the one million mark this week making it platinum status. If that wasn’t enough Sage’s other hit song, “Red Nose,” has achieved gold status on it’s own. Congrats from the entire #YoungCalifornia family. Make sure you check out the remix HERE and stay tuned for his debut album ‘Remember Me’ coming this year.

Audio Push Freestyle & Interview

Recently, Audio Push was up late with Hot 97 and they speak on their musical past, their new sound, mixtape, being friends with Hit-Boy and more. Then when all is said and done, they kick a few bars. Enjoy!

Kid Ink “Show Me” Live on CONAN

Last night, to continue the celebration of his brand new album Kid Ink was the musical guest on CONAN. Not only did we get live beat production from DJ Mustard, but he performed his “Show Me” single with Eric Bellinger instead of Chris Brown. Make sure you pick up his album available in stores everywhere and iTunes. Enjoy!

Tuesday, January 7, 2014

Kid Ink ‘My Own Lane’ Album

Los Angeles native Kid Ink has finally released his major label debut album ‘My Own Lane.’ The last couple months we have had nothing but great content and with more visuals on the way we get the brand new album holds features from August Alsina, Pusha T, Wale, Elle Varner, Meek Mill, ASAP Ferg, French Montana and Machine Gun Kelly over 13 tracks. This project is available for purchase in stores and iTunes right now, so hurry up and cop it!

E-40 feat. Skeme "Turn Up or Burn Up" Video

Check out the brand new visual from E-40 entitled "Turn Up or Burn Up" featuring Skeme! You already know this is off his latest projects 'The Block Brochure: Welcome To The Soil 4, 5, & 6' available on iTunes now. Turn your speakers all the way up & enjoy!

Heart Break Kids: MBMGC 2 In Store & More

In the newest released VLog from the HBK Gang, peep some behind the scenes footage of P-Lo’s ‘MBMGC 2′ signing at the Pink Dolphin Store in San Francisco! After that turn up with gang at various locations around the Bay Area. Check it out and enjoy!

Monday, January 6, 2014

Kid Ink feat. Tyga “Iz U Down” Official BTS

Check out the official behind the scenes video for the new Kid Ink visual featuring T- Rawww directed by Hundred Proof. Officially, this is off Ink’s Album “My Own Lane” dropping tomorrow! Peep it above and tune in for the project tomorrow!

Clap City 5 ‘The Culture’ Mixtape

Mike Dash E & DJ BEZ have decided to start 2014 off with ‘Clap City V,’ the fifth installment to the noteworthy Bay Area mixtape series. Not only does this project take you back to the early days, but it brings you up to what California is doing at the moment aka it makes you experience the entire culture. Take a listen to the Daghe hosted project below and make sure you download it in it’s entirety HERE. Enjoy!

IAMSU! “Stoner” Remix (Freestyle)

IAMSU! has released another freestyle and this time it’s over Young Thug’s “Stoner” track. You can call this a remix or a freestlye, but regardless of any of that take a listen below and enjoy! Which do you like better? You know what we think!

HBK Gang “Never Goin’ Broke’ Video

Check out the brand new visual from the HBK Gang entitled “Never Goin’ Broke.” The track and visual features IAMSU!, P-Lo, Kool John, Jay Ant & Skipper plus a whole lot more! Officially you can find this track on the ‘Gang Forever’ Mixtape and the visual was directed by David Camarena. Enjoy!

Friday, January 3, 2014

Kid Ink “Roll Up Tour” All Access: Episode 4

Follow Kid Ink and his crew as they finish the final leg of the “Roll Up” European Tour first stopping in Strasbourg, France before hitting Stuttgart & Cologne, Germany and finally the last stop Amsterdam!! #RollUp “My Own Lane” hits stores next week!

Kid Ink: Paving My Own Lane “No Option”

With the release of his new album ‘My Own Lane’ dropping in a couple days Ink continues his “Paving My Own Lane” video series. In the newest video “No Option” is playing as the background music as he explains how his music and his tattoos share a bond you may not have known. Check it out above and tune back in January 7th for the project!

Wednesday, January 1, 2014

Pop Danthology 2013

To start the year of with a bang check out Daniel Kim's Pop Danthology 2013! It's a mash up of 68 of the biggest songs of 2013, this is something you need to see regardless of your taste a music. Thank you for a great 2013 and here's to 2014! Let's do this!
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