Tuesday, November 3, 2015

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

It's yet again time for another 'WITBUM' aka What's in The Based Update's Mailbox! Who doesn't like getting mail, especially when its clothing? We just received another package from Lil Wayne's clothing line TRUKFIT! It's full of some brand new gear perfect for Fall & Holiday weather so check out the review to see what we got!

Packaging: The packaging from TRUKFIT is still premium in all shapes and forms like I have mentioned in previous reviews. As usual, the package arrives in priority mail which gets to you quick. Above and beyond the initial packaging, all of the gear is wrapped in their own poly bags and nicely packaged! No faults and no worries.

Tinashe feat. Chris Brown “Player” Video

The video for Tinashe’s newest single “Player” featuring Chris Brown has officially landed… way quicker than I thought it would too! The visual follows her through a series of Rounds in a video game styled battle that she clearly wins… Press play up top and enjoy, these things just seem to be getting better every time. Yee!

King Trell feat. IAMSU! & RJ “Talk That Sh*t” Video

Check out King Trell in his new Teddy Knock directed visual for his League of Starz-produced single“Talk That Sh*t” featuring IAMSU! and RJ above and click HERE to download your copy of the single via iTunes. Enjoy!

Monday, November 2, 2015

Heartbreak Halloween ’15 Photo Recap

IMG_4981 Just this weekend, Friday and Halloween Night the HBK Gang shut down San Francisco again for Heartbreak Hallowween with the likes of IAMSU!, Kehlani, Sage The Gemini, P-lo, Kool John, Jay Ant & special guests like YG, G-Eazy Nef The Pharaoh, Berner, Marc E. Bassy and more. Make sure you click HERE to see a batch of photos courtesy of Grady Brannan and stay tuned for the video recap on the way! Yee!

Tyga “Dope’d Up” Video

Even though he just dropped the track, check out the newest visual from Tyga as he takes inspiration from Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” music video for “Dope’d Up.” The video stars Kylie Jenner, where a romantic night out turns into a zombie apocalypse. Peep it above and stay tuned for Tyga’s ‘Rawwest Nigga Alive’ mixtape, due out soon. Yee!

Friday, October 30, 2015

Tinashe “Player” (Behind The Scenes) feat. Chris Brown

Tinashe also has a new album on the way, “Joyride,” and today she has released a behind the scenes look at the upcoming visual for “Player” with Chris Brown. As far as we can see if will be something with a lot of dancing with cool backdrops and more, something not to miss. Peep it above and stay tuned for the official project. Enjoy!

Kool John & P-Lo feat. IAMSU! “Every Night” Video

Check out the brand new visual out of the HBK Gang as Kool John & P-Lo link up with IAMSU! for the “Every Night” visual off their recently released “Moovie” album. This is one of the standout tracks from the project and the visual continues that success with a blind dating game. Heartbreak Halloween is tonight & tomorrow, so don’t miss out! Yee!

Thursday, October 29, 2015

G-Eazy feat. Bebe Rexha “Me, Myself & I” Video

Just recently G-Eazy announced that his sophomore album ‘When It’s Dark Out’ will drop on December 4th! Along with that, he released his first official single “Me, Myself & I” with Bebe Rexha and today we get the official visual! The video is a surprise Birthday party thrown for him, but he distances himself from the party and hits the road where a police chase ends up happening! Peep it above.

Wednesday, October 28, 2015

#YoungCalifornia 4 Year Anniversary

4teaseboth This just in! We are going to be celebrating our 4 Year Anniversary next month in Los Angeles! Stay tuned for all the info coming over the next couple weeks, but for now lock in the date for November 18th, 2015! You already know you won’t want to miss it. #YoungCalifornia

Kendrick Lamar feat. Bilal, Anna Wise & Thundercat “These Walls” Video

So far Kendrick Lamar has released the visuals for “i,” “King Kunta,” “Alright” and “Free?” from his highly acclaimed album and today he has another one for you! Above, catch the Collin Tilley directed video for “These Walls” featuring Bilal, Anna Wise & Thundercat. Enjoy!

Vince Staples Thinks the ’90s Were Totally Overrated

Enter Vince Staples, a Long Beach rapper and a leader of a new class of talented provocateurs; his understanding of nostalgia is a little more practical. “Whatever you were watching or listening to when you were young is always going to be your favorite thing because it made you what you are today,” he tells TIME. “That’s always going to be something that you appreciate the most, so that’s everyone’s favorite era.”

Tuesday, October 27, 2015

Skeme "Cake"

1445962599_d1bfd78133d5dfb358130400e252f9cf Skeme is continuing to release music and today is no different as he drops another cut from his upcoming album entitled “Cake.” Take a listen to the banger below and keep it locked in for the ‘Inglewood 3′ album dropping next month. Enjoy!

Rayven Justice “Mouth Piece” Video

Rayven Justice is back with a brand new video from his ‘The Cassette Playlist‘ mixtape hosted by our own DJ Carisma. Peep the video above for “Mouth Piece” and make sure you pick up the project, just in case you haven’t already. Enjoy!

Monday, October 26, 2015

Skeme “Who I Came Wit”

skeme-who-i-came-wit Check out the newest track from Skeme entitled “Who I Came Wit!” We are not completley sure if this will be on his upcoming album or if it’s something that didn’t make the cut, but be sure to take a listen below and enjoy! His new album ‘Ingleworld 3′ is due out November 13th!

Bad Lucc feat. Rapsody “Ski Mask” Video

Check out the brand new visual from Diamond Lane’s own Bad Lucc as he links up with Rapsode for “Ski Mask.” Peep it above and stay tuned for the track on his upcoming ‘BREATHE’ EP dropping November 10th.

Tinashe Talks Weed, Working With Chris Brown & More!

Tinashe is really keeping things moving from new music, touring, major photoshoots and more, so it was only right for her to stop by the Ebro and the Morning Show to catch up. Above, Miss Tinashe sits down to talk about movies, weed , new music and more. Press play!

Nef’s Life: How The West Was Won.

On this episode of Nef’s life, see how Nef and his KILFMB crew travel to the Shoreline Amphitheater to turn things up with other big performers such as Snoop Dog, Schoolboy Q, E-40 and more. Enjoy!

Friday, October 23, 2015

Niykee Heaton x Popular Demand Collection

NiykeeHeaton_PopularDemand_1 Popular Demand and Niykee Heaton team up tto debut their first official collaborative release together: the 1NWN (1 Night With Niykee) Collection. The 20 year old singer/songwriter invited some of the Popular Demand squad to join her one night for a sultry, ‘break the internet’ style photoshoot in her suite at an upscale hotel in Beverly Hills. This was an event in itself…

IAMSU! “Already Pt. 2″

iamsu-polaroid-01 Out of nowhere IAMSU! drops a brand new track entitled “Already Pt. 2.” The just over two minute track is Su letting you know how he really feels, with his already impressive list of accomplishments. Make sure you take a listen below and enjoy! Yee!

Ty Dolla $ign feat. Babyface “Solid” Video

As you already know, Ty Dolla Sign’s new album has a ton of huge collaborations…. today you get a first glance at one! The legendary Babyface linked up with Ty for a track titled “Solid.” Peep the duo playing chords on their guitars above and keep it locked in for ‘Free TC’ dropping November 13. Yee!

Hit-Boy “That’s What I Get” feat. James Fauntleroy

Brand new music from HS87’s founder Hit-Boy has hit the web just in time for the weekend! The track is entitled “That’s What I Get” and it features James Fauntleroy. If you like it, pick it up on iTunes. Press play up top and enjoy!

Thursday, October 22, 2015

AD “Juice” (Remix) feat. Ty Dolla $ign, The Game, O.T. Genasis, IAMSU! & K CAMP

ad-juice-remix-feat-ty-dolla-sign-the-game-o-t-genasis-iamsu-and-k-camp-new-song Compton’s AD comes with a Superstar Remix to his LA Street Anthem “Juice” bringing along fellow Compton MC The Game as well as Ty Dolla $ign, OT Genasis, Iamsu! and K Camp. The track was also produced by League Of Starz, so make a listen below and go crazy! Aye!

Kyle ‘Feels Good’ The Meaning Beneath The Track

Rapper Kyle, aka SuperDuperKyle, breaks down the meaning behind his track, “Feels Good”, off his new album ‘Smyle.’ Peep it above.

Tyga “Ice Cream Man” Video

Continuing with visuals, Tyga has released the new video for “Ice Cream Man” off his most recent mixtape ‘Fuk Wat They Talkin Bout.’ In the video Tyga rides around town in a tricked-out ice cream truck with some eye candy on his side. Yee!

Wednesday, October 21, 2015

Kendrick Lamar & the National Symphony Orchestra: These Walls

Yesterday, Kendrick Lamar and the NSO Pops delivered a one-night-only performance at The Kennedy Center featuring some of Lamar’s biggest hits and cuts from his lyrical masterpiece “To Pimp a Butterfly.”

Meet Tinashe, The Top 40 Chart-Topper That Will Steal Your Breath Away

tintop If you have yet to cue up Tinashe on your “sexy time” playlist, get on it. The singer, who melds breathy R&B vocals with urban pop and indie beats, hit it big this summer with “2 On,” a Top 40 chart-topper off her debut album. Recently she had a photoshoot with Playboy, but calm down, Playboy recently announced they are no longer posting nudes, plus Tinashe isn’t that type of women. Click HERE for more.

Monday, October 19, 2015

YG Performs “Twist My Fingaz” Live at The FADER FORT

Continuing with the West Coast takeover at The FADER FORT presented by Converse in Brooklyn, YG rolled through to perform his current single “Twist My Fingaz.” Above, catch YG and his crew have some fun as they tear down the stage for everyone in attendance. “Do your dance YG, do your dance.” Aye!

Miguel “Waves” Video

Miguel isn’t done yet releasing visuals from his ‘WILDHEART’ album because the brand new visual for “Waves” has hit the internet. From the teaser you clearly say what the intentions where and now there here…. Just press play above and enjoy!

Kehlani Performs “The Way” Live at The FADER FORT

R&B sensation Kehlani slayed her headlining set at The FADER FORT presented by Converse in Brooklyn recently. Decked out in fly Tsunami Mob jumpsuits and Converse Chuck Taylors, Kehlani and her dancers’ sultry steps got the crowd singing and finger-clicking along. Bathed in purple light, The FADER cover star performed her hit “The Way” in true pro fashion. Watch footage from her set above, and keep it locked in from more from Fader Fort on the way.

Nef the Pharaoh “Baby Boy” Freestyle

Bay Area’s own and rising star Nef the Pharaoh spit this exclusive “Baby Boy” freestyle in honor of that #YoungCalifornia mix which hits Power 106 Monday-Friday at 12 Midnight with our girl DJ Carisma. Press play up top! “Bitch I’m Big Tymin!”

Friday, October 16, 2015

Ty Dolla $ign “Saved” feat. E-40

saved1 Keeping up with content from Ty Dolla Sign, he has dropped a brand new track featuring E-40 & produced by DJ Mustard entitled “Saved.” Ty’s debut album ‘Free TC’ will be available November 13th, so pre-order on iTunes right now, take a listen below and enjoy your weekend!

The Game ‘Documentary 2.5′ Album

game31 Just a week after releasing his highly anticipated and now highly successful ‘The Documentary 2′ album, The Game is back with the second part of the album dubbed ‘2.5.’ Pick up another 19 track on iTunes right now with notable features on it like Lil Wayne, Nas, Scarface, E-40, Busta Rhymes & more! Don’t miss out!

Skipper “VII Questions” with Muziczoo

Musiczoo sat down with Heartbreak Gang’s own Skipper to discuss his recent song “She Go” featuring Jay Ant, his take on Groupies vs. Girlfriends, his celebrity crush, the top Bay Area artist and more. Peep it above and enjoy!

Thursday, October 15, 2015

Marc E. Bassy “That’s Love” Lyric Video feat. Ty Dolla Sign

Check out the official lyric video for Marc E. Bassy & Ty Dolla Sign’s “That’s Love” track. Keep up with all new music from Bassy HERE and keep it locked in for more! Peep it above and enjoy!

Wednesday, October 14, 2015

G-Eazy “Me, Myself, & I” feat. Bebe Rexha

If you are in the dark, you know that G-Eazy announced earlier today that his sophomore album titled ‘When It’s Dark Out’ will drop December 4th. To keep the big news rolling G-Eazy also released a new track entitled “Me, Myself, & I” featuring Bebe Rexha. Press play above and enjoy! Yee!

G-Eazy ‘When It’s Dark Out’ Album Trailer

G-Eazy has officially announced that his new album is entitled ‘When It’s Dark Out’ and it will drop onDecember 4th. Along with the news is a trailer above by Ben Wolin and Good Boy Shady. Keep it locked in for a bunch of content on the way!

Tuesday, October 13, 2015

The Pack 'Based Forever' Mixtape

This week, IllRoots presented a new mixtape from The Pack. It holdw six new/unreleased tracks from the original crew. BASED FOREVER is entirely produced by Young L except for one song. Listen to them all on the front page of the site!

The Pack "Based Forever"

The brand new mixtape from The Pack has landed entitled 'Based Forever,' take a listen to the first track above and keep it BASED as always!

The Pack "Wild In The Party"

The brand new mixtape from The Pack has landed entitled 'Based Forever,' take a listen to the second track above and keep it BASED as always!

The Pack "Freak It"

The brand new mixtape from The Pack has landed entitled 'Based Forever,' take a listen to the third track above and keep it BASED as always!

The Pack "Ho Call"

The brand new mixtape from The Pack has landed entitled 'Based Forever,' take a listen to the fourth track above and keep it BASED as always!

The Pack "Shake That"

The brand new mixtape from The Pack has landed entitled 'Based Forever,' take a listen to the fifth track above and keep it BASED as always!

The Pack "Nic 3000"

The brand new mixtape from The Pack has landed entitled 'Based Forever,' take a listen to the sixth track above and keep it BASED as always!

Monday, October 12, 2015

Ty Dolla $ign “Airplane Mode”

airplanemode Surprise! Ty Dolla Sign has announced the release of a brand new mixtape entitled ‘Airplane Mode’ which is set to drop tomorrow, yes tomorrow! Make sure you take a listen to “Airplane Mode” below and tune back in tomorrow for the project. Enjoy!

The Game Talks ‘The Documentary 2,’ LAPD, Clears Up Beefs & More

The dynamic duo; The Game and DJ Skee reunite for the release of “The Documentary 2″ on SKEE TV. Game explains why he decided to release ‘The Documentary 2′ in two parts; a blue and a red disc, he talks about making about 700 songs in the process of creating this two-disc album, showing Dr. Dre 20 tracks and Dre telling him they were all trash & more.

Friday, October 9, 2015

The Game On Why L.A. Has Outlasted NYC Since The Birth of Gangsta Rap

Part 2 of our interview with Game upon the release of “The Documentary 2.” Watch as Game explores the difference between L.A. and New York rap, then and now. The Game dropped his long-awaited sixth studio album, The Documentary 2, today, and in conjunction with the release, we present the second part of our “Documentary 2″ interview series, in which Game situates the album within the canon of L.A. gangsta rap.

Thursday, October 8, 2015

Marc E Bassy “Some Things Never Change” Video

Check out the newest video from The Bay’s own Marc E Bassy as he sets up for the re-release of his ‘East Hollywood’ EP this October 30th. Today he has dropped the visual for one of his stand out tracks titled “Some Things Never Change.” Press play up top and peep all those cameos from Bobby, Nic Nac, Pia, Starting Six & more aka the crew. Yee!

Kid Ink “One Hell Of A Nite Tour” Episode 4

Kid Ink’s currently criss-crossing the country on his “One Hell Of a Nite” tour, and today we get the fourth episode video recapping the last couple legs of the Tour alongside Chris Brown, Omarion, Fetty Wap, French Montana & more! Peep it above.

Tinashe Talks Wanting to Work with Kanye West, Message for the Youth & More

In the beautiful Tinashe’s newest interview with Montreality she talks about her Ultimate Fetish, what she thinks she were in a previous life, her Message to Kanye West, what she admires most about Nicki Minaj, her thoughts on Drake VS. Meek Mill, her message to the youth and more. Check it out above!

Wednesday, October 7, 2015

Pink Dolphin Pre-Holiday 2015 Lookbook

01cover On Friday, October 10th, the 2015 Pre Holiday capsule will be available online. In anticipation of this release we invite you to preview the visuals which accompany the collection. The arctic circle serves as the backdrop for the sport and tech infused seasonal offering.Start getting sorted for the colder months. Hit the jump to check out some more shots.

Kid Ink “Diamonds & Gold” Remix feat. Chris Brown, French Montana & Verse Simmonds

diamondsandgoldremix Kid Ink drops the Official Remix to “Diamonds & Gold” off his “Full Speed” Album featuring Chris Brown, French Montana & Verse Simmonds who originally covered the hook on the record. The track was produced by David DA Doman and you can take a listen below. Enjoy!

Earlier That Day With Kehlani

Before Kehlani brought the heat with Thundercat at Friday’s #uncapped show, the FADER cover star took her whole squad to the Lower East Side’s Baohaus for dinner. The FADER got to tag along with the R&B singer in the hours before the show to find out why she works with her best friends, how she bonds with fans on social media, and why her music is always 100% her. Check out Kehlani’s edition of The FADER’s Earlier That Day video series above to see her freestyling with her friends, and footage from her powerful headlining set.

Hopsin “No Words” Video

Funk Volume’s Hopsin channels his trap alter-ego Hash Brown in a George Orozco-directed visual for the “No Words” skit off his ‘Pound Syndrome’ LP. “Man, rap today f*cking sucks bad. I don’t give a f*ck what anybody says. These fools ain’t spittin no type of dope sh*t, but that’s not even the bad part: they’re not even saying words anymore!”

Tuesday, October 6, 2015

G-Eazy “You Got Me” Video

G-Eazy just dropped a brand new visual for “You Got Me!” Where else but the strip club for this one…. Gerald has a lot of new content, music and more on the way so keep it locked in for more and of course, peep the video above. Yee!

Dom Kennedy “2 Bad” Video

Dom Kennedy revisits his ‘By Dom Kennedy’ project to drop a brand new video for “2 Bad” featuring Tish Hyman. Peep it above and be sure to pick up Dom’s ‘Best After Bobby Two’ mixtape too! Enjoy!

IAMSU! “Say My Name” feat. HBK CJ & Azure

image6-extralarge_1399668690109 With ‘KILT 3′ on the way IAMSU! releases a brand new track entitled “Say My Name” featuring fellow HBK artists CJ & Azure. We are ready for this new project and you should be too! Take a listen below and enjoy! Yee!

Monday, October 5, 2015

Kid Ink “Lie To Kick It” feat. Ty Dolla Sign & Bricc Baby

11313800_919971248078187_931937878_n Check out the brand new track from Kid Ink as he takes the DJ Mustard produced track and features fellow artists Ty Dolla $ign and Bricc Baby. Kid Ink is still riding the success of his sophomore album ‘Full Speed,’ but we hop more new music is on the way. Take a listen below!

Tinashe Sings Verse Off New Track “Player”

Tinashe stopped by The Cruz Show to talk about her upcoming sophomore album titled ‘Joy Ride.’ Along with that she talked a little but about her new track with Chris Brown titled “Player,” social media lurking and dances on the studio table! Enjoy!

Friday, October 2, 2015

Kehlani Talks Breaking Into the Music Industry

kehlani-hypetrak-magazine-1 Having made her fair share of waves in the R&B scene thanks to collaborations with the likes of Justin Bieber and adidas, Kehlani‘s musical accomplishments belie her mere 20 years of age. Carrying an electric youthfulness gilded by raw passion and optimism, the musical talent spent an afternoon with HYPETRAK magazine to talk about her influences from living in the Bay Area, entering the music industry as a woman and the help she has received along the way from her family. Read more HERE!

The Game “Don’t Trip” feat. Dr. Dre, Ice Cube & will.i.am

the-game-documentary-2 Yet another leak from The Game has surfaced, this time with Dr. Dre, Ice Cube & will.i.am. On October 9th he will release the first half of his long awaited ‘Documentary 2′ album, with disc 2 dropping the follow week on October 16th. Take a listen to the track HERE and pre-order this project if you haven’t already. With all the leaks we haven’t even touched the surface of content.

Ty Dolla Sign feat. Fetty Wap “When I See Ya” Video

Just in time for the weekend and continuing the push for his ‘Free TC’ album set to drop November 13th, Ty Dolla Sign links up with Fetty Wap for the “When I See Ya” video. Make sure you Pre-order on iTunes and press play up top. Enjoy!

Thursday, October 1, 2015

Kehlani feat. Coucheron “Alive” Video

Just recently Kehlani released the ‘Tsunamixes’ of her breakout project, and today the Bay Area songstress is back with an all new music video for her latest single “Alive” featuring Coucheron. The video was directed by David Camarena and it was shot in Young Hawaii! Enjoy!

Tinashe “Player” feat. Chris Brown

Check out the brand new track from Miss Tinashe as she links up with Chris Brown for her newest track entitled “Player.” She is on a roll releasing new music from her forthcoming album ‘Joyride’ and we hope there is more on the way.

Fashawn “Confess” Video

Fashawn returns with a new visual for “Confess” off his latest album, ‘The Ecology.’ The video is filled with familiar faces, gun fights and sweet revenge; with Fashawn’s character fighting his inner demons. To celebrate the numerous “guest appearances,” Mass Appeal Records & Fashawn would like to announce a “Spot The Rapper” contest for all fans. Three winners will have the chance to get a signed copy of his album, a shirt, meet Fashawn and attend a show. To make it easy, we’re giving you photographs of two rappers in this video, can you guess the other 11?

Jhené Aiko “Lyin King” Video

Celebrating one year since her debut album ‘Souled Out’ released in stores, singer-songwriter Jhené Aiko returns with a new music video for “Lyin King.” In words provided, “A mysterious, time traveling medicine woman has a prophetic vision of an early civilization in trouble. The men have neglected the women and deprived them of love. By orders of their chief, the men of the tribe have taken away the women’s hearts and voices. The women are powerless. The children are suffering.” Press play above!

Wednesday, September 30, 2015

TiRon & Ayomari “All We Are” Video

TiRon and Ayomari are back with a new visual returning to their new album ‘The Great New Wonderful.’ Above you can catch the West Coast duo in the visual for the project’s opening track “All We Are.” Enjoy! A “visual conversation piece,” the video “explores topics such as failure, passion, happiness & success. With it, T&A hope to open a dialogue about how those things effect us all as we work to become who we’re meant to be in life.”

Tuesday, September 29, 2015

#YoungCalifornia Premiere: Anjali World “More Time On You” feat. Adrian Marcel

IMG_4176 This just in! The #YoungCalifornia family has another premiere just for you from the likes of a special duo track from Anjali World and Adrian Marcel. The song is entitled “One More Time On You” and this R&B duet is something you don’t want to miss. Take a listen to the track below and you know where you heard it first! You’re welcome!

G-Eazy Details The Creation Of His Sophomore Album

G-Eazy experienced quite a breakthrough with the release of his official debut album, These Things Happen, but he still feels he’s “under the radar”. In the final part of HNHH’s interview with the Bay Area rapper, he explains the obstacles he faced crafting the follow-up, “all of a sudden, everything pops off… you’re on the road constantly, and — where’s the second album?” Eazy revealed that instead of breaking under the pressure, he rose to the challenge, locking himself in the studio and recording until he was “drained” of inspiration, putting together somewhere around 60 songs.

Monday, September 28, 2015

The Game Talks The Documentary 2 & Working With Nas, Crips vs. Bloods

Yesterday, in the midst of his New York run—minutes after dropping the bombshell news that he’d be releasing a double-disc album—his two busloads of entourage poured into Noisey’s SoHo offices…. and once again, it was game time. Along with sharing his thoughts on L.A. gang culture, Game spoke about how he patched things up with Dr. Dre after the beef with 50 Cent, reminisced about putting Kendrick on his first mixtape, shared what he would have changed about the N.W.A bio-pic and more!

Friday, September 25, 2015

Casey Veggies ‘Live & Grow’ Album

liveandgrow The day has come and Casey Veggies has officially released his debut album ‘Live & Grow!’ The 13 track project holds features from artists like DOM Kennedy, Ty Dolla $ign, YG, Tyler the Creator, IAMSU!, DeJ Loaf, BJ the Chicago Kid & more! Make sure you pick up the album HERE and in stores everywhere. Shout out to Casey for taking over the site again too!

Life with Ty Dolla $ign: Episode #11

Ty Dolla $ign is back with the latest episode of his “Life With Ty Dolla $ign” series. In this episode we catch him on tour with a bunch LIVE coverage and a whole lot more. Check it out all above! Enjoy! Shout out to Dre Sinatra and his debut album ‘Free TC’ drops November 13, 2015.

Tinashe & Dej Loaf Talk About Their Craziest Fans: Taleswappers

Even before she released her first solo album, Tinashe had already scored a hit with SchoolBoy Q and their col “2 On.” Similarly, Dej Loaf broke the charts with “Try Me” without an LP to her name (her first one, to be titled, is still in the works). In this episode of Taleswappers, Tinashe and Dej take some time out from opening Nicki Minaj’s Pinkprint Tour to trades stories about their biggest fans, how they got into music, and their tour riders.

Thursday, September 24, 2015

Sage The Gemini “Stick Up” feat. Lucky Daye

artworks-000130511572-os6yj5-t500x500 Check out the brand new track from S-A-G-E, Sage The Gemini as he links up with Lucky Date for “Stick Up.” Sage is gearing up for a whole new album, so keep it locked in for more news on the way and take a listen below. “Hands up man down we ain’t playin’ round here.” Enjoy!

G-Eazy Talks On Collabing With Lil Wayne & Southside

G-Eazy was featured alongside Lil Wayne on DJ Carnage’s big remix of “I Like Tuh,” with original featured artist ILoveMakonnen. While G-Eazy preps the anticipated follow-up to These Things Happen, he came through NYC and stopped by to speak on a few things. Eazy reveals that he cut the verse for Carnage “a long ass time ago,” and that the two have been friends for six years. However his excitement went up a level or three when he found out Wayne was on the track, and even better, getting to meet the New Orleans rapper at the Alexandar Wang fashion show.

Kid Ink “One Hell Of A Nite Tour” Episode 3

Kid Ink’s currently criss-crossing the country on his “One Hell Of a Nite” tour, and today we get the third episode video recapping what’s gone down so far. Above he lets you know a little bit of what the tour life is about from eating at 24 hour spots, fans, studio time and having fun. Even more than that, you get LIVE performance footage, behind the scenes looks and more. Yee!

Wednesday, September 23, 2015

Ty Dolla Sign Speaks on Free TC & His Perfect Woman

Ty Dolla $ign sits down with Nessa in his newest interview to speak on being racially profiled, Kanye West, his Free TC along with his idea of a perfect woman and more. Check it out in the video up top. Enjoy!

DUBB feat. Jake&Papa “Middle America” Video

The Rapfest teams with DUBB to present his latest video entitled “Middle America” featuring Jake&Papa. The video opens with some insightful words from the Tupac Shakur before flashing to visuals of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., peace rallies, and recent protests. The video was directed by Justin Dolan, press play up top and enjoy!

G-Eazy Talks About Meeting Jay Z

HNHH caught up with Young Gerald aka G-Eazy shortly before he unleashed a trifecta of new music on his Soundcloud. The rapper brought us up to speed on what he’s been up to lately, which apparently includes hitting up a steakhouse with Hov. “Man, I met Jay Z and was hella star struck. I had dinner with him, and it was exactly what you’d think. He’s him, literally. We’re at a steakhouse in Midtown eating lobster, we’re talking about gangsta movies, we’re talking about basketball, and he’s telling a story about Suge Knight. Literally, like, is this real right now?”

Club Nokia Recap Video feat. RJ, VELL, Teeflii, AD & More

RJ headlined his first sold out Los Angeles show inside Club Nokia with the help of Vell, AD, & Teeflii. Many special guests where in attendance including DJ Mustard, Skeme, Jay 305, & Casey Veggies. Shout out to Cypress Moreno.

Tuesday, September 22, 2015

TeeCee4800 feat. Ty Dolla Sign, DJ Mustard & RJ “Getting 2 It” Video

Check out the official video from TeeCee4800 as he links up with family Dolla Sign, DJ Mustard & RJ for the “Getting 2 It” visual, a track that we world premiered not too long ago. Officially this is off his “Realness Over Millions” mixtape which is out now. Press play up top and get that LA vibe and download his project. Yee!

Monday, September 21, 2015

Anjali World feat. IAMSU! “Loveless” Video

Check out the official visual from Anjali World as she links up with IAMSU! for a catchy track we world premiered a while back entitled “Loveless.” Make sure you press play up top, you already know where you saw it first and even more, make sure you get with her Jaws and Paws Foundation. Yee!

Tyga “Scandal” Video

Tyga has been busy since the release of his ‘Fuk What They Talkin Bout’ mixtape releasing countless videos for tracks like “Master $uite,” “Bu$$in Out Da Bag,” “Glitta,” “$timulated,” “Clarity” and more. Today you get “$candal” with T-Raww in Barcelona, Spain inside a cathedral trying to avoid another scandal. Enjoy!

Friday, September 18, 2015

The Game “Dedicated” feat. Future & Sonyae

11410702_1716319365258607_1483503123_n To celebrate the project officially going gold, The Game has shared the second official single from the project entitled “Dedicated” featuring Future & Sonyae. The project drops October 9th and you can pre-order the album on iTunes right now, which comes with the single below. Enjoy!

Lil Debbie “Break It Down” Video

Check out official visual for the lead single off Lil Debbie’s ‘Home Grown’ EP entitled “Break It Down.” Press play up top and enjoy the last smoke filled pool party as summer comese to a close. Make sure you grab her project HERE. “Pass me a light b*cth f*ck how you feel.” Yee!

G-Eazy “The Rise” Episode #4

Check out the fourth episode of G-Eazy’s “The Rise” as he covers doing 5 shows in the duration of 72 hours. So you know what that means, private jets, sold out shows, thousands of people at festivals and more. Peep it above and stay tuned for the album coming soon.

Casey Veggies “Actin’ Up” feat. Dom Kennedy

Casey Veggies is getting ready to release his album debut ‘Live & Grow’ and today he continues that push with his new track titled “Actin’ Up” featuring Dom Kennedy. The track was produced by DJ Mustard, so press play up top and enjoy!

Thursday, September 17, 2015

One Verse with DJ Kay Rich: Kool John & P-Lo

Fresh off of rocking stages all over the west side HBK’s Kool John & P-Lo slide into Fresno, CA to visit the ambassador DJ Kay Rich at B95! The One Verse episode contains fan favorite “Blue Hunnids” and quick glimpse of how turnt their “Moovie” album is!

Hiero Day 2015 Recap

The annual Hiero Day in the Bay Area falls historically on Labor Day weekend, a day where Baydestrians come together and take in the women, weed, and weather accordingly. This year’s Hiero Day sees support from acts ranging from the HBK Gang, the reunion of The Team and more. Last but not least, the day concluded with the legendary Hieroglyphics touching the stage in front of thousands in Oakland. Shout out to FreeBread.

Wednesday, September 16, 2015

Kehlani ‘You Should Be Here’ Tsunamixes EP

youshouldbehereremixes By now you have all heard Kehlani’s ‘You Should Be Here’ project, probably multiple times and today she has returned with a bunch of remixes of the project. Enough talking, just hit the jump to stream it right now! Yee!

G-Eazy “Say So”

artworks-000129713884-shxm1k-t500x500 Check out the brand new track from G-Eazy entitled “Say So,” produced by Vinylz. He has produced bangers for Drake, Meek Mill and Big Sean recently, but now it’s Geralds turn. Take a listen below to “Say So” below and turn up. Yee!

Tuesday, September 15, 2015

Kendrick Lamar Meets Quincy Jones

With the theme of “generations” in mind, K.Dot sat down with the 27-time GRAMMY Award-winning musician to glean some knowledge an inspiration, ultimately coming away with a deeper understanding of how Jones’ own Chicago roots and musical contributions helped lay the groundwork for hip-hop and, specifically, Lamar’s fusion of the genre with jazz and blues.

10 Things About… Vince Staples

Check out the brand new interview with Vince Staples as he links up with Music Choice to do their ’10 Things About’ segment. Learn more about the Long Beach rapper up top and keep it locked in for more news on the way. Enjoy!

Monday, September 14, 2015

Tyga “Clarity” Video

Tyga has been super consistent with dropping visuals from his new mixtape ‘Fuk Wat Dey Talkin Bout.’ Today, he continues with the luxury lifestyle as he releases the fifth visual off the project. Peep “Clarity” up top and enjoy!

Ty Dolla Sign feat. Future & Rae Sremmurd “Blase” Video

Last week Ty Dolla Sign announced that his debut album ‘Free TC’ is set to drop November 13th and even more the Los Angeles rapper dropped a new single off the project with Fetty Wap entitled “When I See Ya.” Today he has released the visual to one of the biggest club hits over the summer, “Blase” featuring Future & Rae Sremmurd. Press play up top and enjoy the old school visual. Yee!

Glasses Malone feat. Tyga “Get Busy” Video

Glasses Malone released his new album, ‘GlassHouse 2′ earlier this month and he continues the roll out today with the brand new video for “Get Busy” featuring Tyga. Check out the video up top and pick up his new project if you haven’t. Enjoy!

10 Things About… Sage The Gemini

Check out the brand new interview with Sage The Gemini as he links up with Music Choice to do their ’10 Things About’ segment. Learn more about Sage up top and keep it locked in for more HBK Gang on the way. Enjoy!

Friday, September 11, 2015

Sage The Gemini “Anti” feat. IAMSU!

sage Check out the brand new track from Sage The Gemini as he links up with all HBK on this one with a feature from IAMSU! and production from P-Lo! The track is entitled “Anti” and you can turn up to it right now and all weekend below. Yee!

Kalin And Myles, Anjali World & Derek King “Bassline” Video

Check out the official visual for Kalin And Myles, Anjali World & Derek King’s “Bassline” track. Fans have been waiting for this for a while, so press play up top to check it out and enjoy your weekend. Yee!

JR Castro feat. Quavo & Kid Ink “Get Home” Short Film

JR Castro and director Marc Klasfeld (Jay Z, Justin Timberlake, Red Hot Chili Peppers) team up for a ground breaking, genre bending, Short Film Music Video forJR Castro’s growing DJ Mustard produced hit “Get Home” ft Quavo and Kid Ink. Set in The crooner’s hometown of Las Vegas, Nevada, Castro shows a side of his city most people never see. Seen through his own eyes is a tale of ones past coming back to haunt him, and the passion of doing anything and everything to save the one he loves.

Thursday, September 10, 2015

Ty Dolla Sign “When I See Ya” feat. Fetty Wap

tyfetty Here is a brand new record from Ty Dolla Sign’s debut album ‘Free TC’ available November 13! Pre-order it on iTunes tonight and get “When I See Ya” instantly! Take a listen below and stay tuned for the project! Enjoy!

Casey Veggies “F*ck The Fame” Video

The first artist to Bless The Booth is Casey Veggies, an Inglewood native and EPIC Records signee, whose major label debut, ‘Live & Grow,’ is scheduled for release on September 25. In his opening contribution, “F*ck The Fame,” Casey employs a variety of effortless flows over production from their in-house beatsmith and DJ, T-GUT.

Fashawn “100 Bars” Video

Fashawn releases a visual for his “100 Bars” where he hops on one of Jay-Z’s classic instrumentals and delivers his own refined rhymes. Check out his remaining European tour dates HERE and pick up the album “The Ecology” on iTunes. Enjoy!

Wednesday, September 9, 2015

Tinashe “Party Favors” feat. Young Thug

Tinashe-BYC-e1440806574841 This just in! Tinashe recently announced her sophomore album entitled ‘Joyride’ and she continues with the news as she drops her new single titled “Party Favors” featuring Young Thug. Take a listen below, stay tuned for the project and enjoy!

Tuesday, September 8, 2015

TeeCee 4800 ‘Realness Over Millions’ Mixtape

1438709084_daa25017bf866f26e116a356351b317f West Coast’s own TeeCee 4800 has dropped his brand new mixtape entitled ‘Realness Over Millions.’ On the 15 track project you can find features from RJ, Choice, Jay 305, ReemRiches, and Ty Dolla $ign. Download the project HERE and let us know your favorite tracks.

Tyga “Rap Star” Video

Since Tyga dropped his mixtape ‘Fuk Wat They Talkin Bout’ he has continued week after week by dropping new visuals for all his fans. Today, that trend continues as he rolls around Hollywood with his crew for “Rap Star.” Check out the visual above and enjoy!

Summertime in the City with Vince Staples

In this episode of Noisey Raps we follow Long Beach’s Vince Staples on the release day of his debut album Summertime ’06. Catch an intimate taste of Vince’s unique worldview as we shadow him through his ride to New York’s XXL Freshman show.

Under The Bay: Marc E. Bassy

For this week’s episode, Thizzler caught up with Marin County / SF / LA singer & songwriter Marc E Bassy who’s been doing some really big things, and even got a shoutout from King Kendrick for his latest project ‘East Hollywood.’ Peep it above and enjoy!

Monday, September 7, 2015

Omarion Talks “Post To Be” & “I’m Up” Connection

In an interview with HNHH, the MMG singer explains how his new Kid Ink and French Montana-assisted record, “I’m Up,” was written to “keep the party going” following the massive club success of “Post To Be.” The songs share not only a tempo and overall feel, but a producer in Nic Nac, who O explained helped him write the record via FaceTime. Press play up top.

Casey Veggies “Live & Grow” Album Trailer

Casey Veggies is setting to drop debut album ‘Live & Grow’ on September 25th so he is back with a brand new trailer for the album, featuring the singles “Backflip” and “Tied Up.” He also talks about the name of the project and how it was mostly recorded in Inglewood.

Friday, September 4, 2015

Kehlani & Charlie Puth “Hotline Bling” Remix

hotlinebling This just in! Drake‘s popular “Hotline Bling” single has a new R&B remix with the likes of Miss Kehlani and Charlie Puth. Each of them has a verse and they sing together on the hook, couldn’t be any better with vocals over the piano. Make sure you listen to this below, right now. Enjoy!

Skipper “Handle My Bizness” Video

Check out the brand new visual out of the HBK Gang as Skipper creates the video for “Handle My Bizness” off his recently released mixtape ‘The Thrill.’ Make sure you download the project HERE and enjoy your weekend.

Thursday, September 3, 2015

KYLE “Really? Yeah!” Video

Check out the brand new video from KYLE as he drops off a new track entitled “Really? Yeah!.” Officially, this is the lead single off his forthcoming project ‘Smyle,’ due for release on October 2. Press play up top and enjoy!

Tinashe Album Trailer: ‘JOYRIDE’

Check out a trailer for Tinashe’s upcoming sophomore album “Joyride.” The past few days she has been talking about an end of an “era” and we think that means an end to her debut album ‘Aquarius.’ Either way we are ready for new music, a whole new album and anything that comes along with it.

Wednesday, September 2, 2015

DJ Kay Rich “All Ready ” feat. The Hoodstarz & Draft

Already Artwork Our very own DJ Kay Rich is back with another certified clap for your speakers! This time the Central Cali ambassador teams up with Bay Area natives The Hoodstarz and super producer Draft for this street single! The track, titled “All Ready” goes directly into your weekend function playlist! Shout out to DreDaMost! Enjoy!

Tinashe “BET” & “Feels Like Vegas” Video

Check out the brand new visual from Tinashe featuring the tracks “Bet” and “Feels Like Vegas” from her album ‘AQUARIUS.’ Even though I want to explain her dancing around wet all through the video in a few emojis, press play above and…. (drumroll) Enjoy!

Dom Kennedy Talks Difference Between LA & NY MC’s & More

While Dom Kennedy was in New York he stopped by the radio to talks about living life like Straight Outta Compton,being independent, upcoming new music and more! Press play up top and make sure you grab his newest album out now.

Tuesday, September 1, 2015

Marc E. Bassy “That’s Love” feat. Ty Dolla $ign

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Check out a brand new track from an emerging artist out of the Bay Area by the name of Marc E Bassy. Fresh off the tour with Kehlani he links up with Ty Dolla Sign for “That’s Love.” Make sure you take a listen below, stay tuned for his project and enjoy!

Miguel on His Style: ‘It’s Really About Riding Your Own Wave’

The singer talks to Billboard about how he experiments with fashion and why Miles Davis is his ultimate style icon. Peep it above and enjoy!

Monday, August 31, 2015

Omarion Announces “Reasons” Album Release Date

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Omarion just announced that his ‘Reasons’ album is set to arrive this fall. In a follow-up to his ‘Sex Playlist’ album in 2014, this new project is now officially dated for October 23rd. Keep it locked in for features, but you already know it will be lead by his current smash “I’m Up” among others.

Tyga “Stimulated” Video

Check out the brand new visual from Tyga as he continues his onslaught of videos with “Stimulated.” This track was seen on his new project that just dropped and the visual features his 18 year old girlfriend. Peep it above and let us know if it’s awkward to you or nah?

Friday, August 28, 2015

Jake&Papa feat. DUBB & Karina Pasian “Leave Me” Video

Jake&Papa add fun visuals to their hit single and one of my favorites, “Leave Me” feat. DUBB & Karina Pasian. If you’re a 90’s baby, do you recognize this House Party? “We’ve probably performed Leave Me 100 times this year so far & it feels like the first time every time. We have so much fun performing this record, so we wanted to bring that element to the visual. Sat down with our bro Curtis Covington II at CaliiVision & coincidentally, we had the same idea… House Party!! Called up a few homies from the 8 & made it happen.”

Thursday, August 27, 2015

Fashawn “100 Bars”

artworks-000127596999-picagm-t500x500 In anticipation of his forthcoming European tour and in celebration of ‘The Ecology,’ here’s a gift for all of Fash’s fans: 100 Bars. Take a listen to the track below and enjoy!

Audio Push Talk Hit-Boy’s Role On “The Good Vibe Tribe”

Audio Push just dropped ‘My Turn II’ and are looking ahead to the release of the debut album, but in part 3 of their interview series with HNHH, the California duo revisits The Good Vibe Tribe, one of their finest projects to date, and the role producer Hit-Boy played in the making of the project. While Hit-Boy has been at his spot cooking up beats, Audio Push has been touring for most of past year and much of The Good Vibe Tribe was recorded on the road.

Kid Ink “One Hell Of A Nite Tour” Episode 1

Kid Ink’s currently criss-crossing the country on his “One Hell Of a Nite” tour, and today he’s rolled out the first video recapping what’s gone down so far. Above he discusses the differences between headlining his own tour and opening for Breezy. He says that “Every night feels like Summer Jam,” speaking to the size of the crowds and the brevity of his sets, and that sounds pretty amazing.

Wednesday, August 26, 2015

5 Min To The Stage: Nef The Pharaoh

The 707 is home to legends E40 and Mac Dre but, another budding start is spearheading his generation of music with noticeable influences from the Hyphy era, his nrame is Nef the Pharaoh and you know his smash “Big Tymin.” Free Bread caught up with Nef at his first co-headlining show in San Francisco and got a chance to chop it up with him before he touched the stage. Like a seasoned veteran, Nef discusses the importances of a fan base, his mission to make the crowd feel euphoric and his passion for performing.

Omarion feat. Kid Ink & French Montana “I’m Up” Video

The official video for Omarion’s summer smash “I’m Up” featuring Kid Ink & French Montanta has hit the web. In the video the crew surrounded by eye candy, mansions, whips and everything else you might find at a million dollar pool party. Peep that above and keep an eye out for his upcoming ‘Reasons’ album dropping soon.

#IAMSUMMER Recap Episode

Go behind the scenes of IAMSU!‘s first headlining show in the Bay Area! If you missed it, he sold out the Regency Ballroom in San Francisco and shut it down! Above, watch the process all the way up to the show with behind the scenes footage, sound check and more. IAMSU! performed new and old hits for the crowd and if your in the Bay and you missed it….. you missed out. Press play.

Rayven Justice feat. D-Lo “Goonin” Video

Check out the brand new video from Rayven Justice as he links up with D-Lo for “Goonin.” Officially this track was seen off of his most recent project ‘The Cassette Playlist’ hosted by our own DJ Carisma, which is available now! Peep it up top and enjoy!

P-Lo x Kool John ‘Moovie Tour’ Episode 1

Check out the very first tour VLog from P-Lo & Kool John as they give us a behind the scenes look at what went down on the first leg of the tour. Above catch a bunch of on the road-behind the scenes footage along with a bunch of LIVE performance footage as well. Stay tuned for more!

Tuesday, August 25, 2015

Pink Dolphin Fall ’15 Lookbook (Part 2)

Fall2015-LB-P2_4 Pink Dolphin has just released the new lookbook and video for their Fall 2015 collection that is set to release on August 29th at Midnight EST and at SF & LA flagship stores at 11am. As you know this new releases is set for the colder weather with a bunch of layers to keep you warm with new designs and new takes on old designs. Make sure you hit the jump for the video and more looks.

Tsunamisode (YSBH Tour) Finale Part 1

Kehlani just finished her first headlining tour, and did I mention that every single show sold out? Yes, so clearly you should have been there if you weren’t. Above watch Miss Kehlani and her squad travel from Seattle to Orange County for the 1st part of the tour finale and stay tuned for the next part coming soon. Shout out to Camarena and Brianna Alysse.

Tyga “Glitta” Video

Only a day after he releases his ‘Fuk Wat They Talkin Bout’ mixtape, Tyga drops a brand new visual for one of the tracks on the project titled “Glitta.” The visual follows the ‘luxury line’ with scenes of him in his crib overlooking the city, his whip and more. Peep it above.

Kehlani Talks Learning Spanish, Wanting To Smoke With Wiz Khalifa & More!

Kehlani checks in with The Cruz Show and talks favorite Mexican food, learning Spanish curse words from friends, not being a fan of scary movies, wanting to get high with Wiz Khalifa and more! Peep it above.

NBA 2K16 Presents: #WINNING

We’re excited for the worldwide premiere of #Winning. NBA 2K16 hits the court with the most authentic and real gameplay a basketball simulation title has ever delivered. Look out for cover athletes Stephen Curry, James Harden & Anthony Davis along with a plethora of the top NBA talent. Watch it to the end and spread the word!

Monday, August 24, 2015

Casey Veggies “Wonderful” feat. Ty Dolla Sign

unnamed Want a brand new track from Casey Veggies entitled “Wonderful” featuring Ty Dolla Sign with production from Hit Boy? Your in luck because if you pre-order his album on September 4th you get the track instantly. Take a listen to the track below.

Kool John & P-Lo feat. IAMSU! “On One” Video

Kool John & P-Lo have officially dropped the new visual for “On One” featuring IAMSU! off their new ‘Moovie’ album. This is one of my favorite tracks on the project and the visual follows suit. HBK Gang in this thang. Yee!

Tyga ‘Fuk Wat They Talkin Bout’ Mixtape

tyga-fuk-what-they-talkin-bout-mixtape-artwork After the release of his ‘The Gold Album: 18th Dynasty’ album, Tyga is back with a full mixtape titled F’uk Wat They Talkin Bout.’ The 15 track effort only holds one feature, so you get T-Raw all the way through. He has been in a lot of news lately for the wrong reasons, but at the music is still coming in hot. Make sure you download it HERE and enjoy!

The Martian Official Trailer #2

During a manned mission to Mars, Astronaut Mark Watney is presumed dead after a fierce storm and left behind by his crew. But Watney has survived and finds himself stranded and alone on the hostile planet. With only meager supplies, he must draw upon his ingenuity, wit and spirit to subsist and find a way to signal to Earth that he is alive. Peep it above.

Friday, August 21, 2015

The HOTBOX Presents: Funk Volume Cypher

Check out the Funk Volume Crew LIVE from New York as Hopsin, Jarren Benton and Dizzy Wright give you a taste of what they have made headlines for. What was it? They openly challenged any label to a 3-on-3 battle.3-on-3 battle. They don’t care who it is – as long as they got the money to back it up…. what did they put up? $500,000

Pia Mia’s Journey: From Glass Slipper to Go-Getter

For singer-songwriter Pia Mia, a leading role in a school play helped her find her voice and the confidence to follow her dreams. Learn more about her story in this Artists in Residence video from American Express UNSTAGED above and enjoy your weekend.

Thursday, August 20, 2015

G-Eazy “The Rise” Episode #3

Check out the third episode of G-Eazy’s “The Rise” as he heads across the pond to rock a whole bunch of stages from country to country including in the linkes of England, Denmark, Finland, France, Belgium and more. Peep it above.

AD “Juice” Video

Compton rapper AD has released the official visual to his hit single “JUICE” produced by League Of Starz. Peep the ‘hometown vibed’ video above and support the record by picking it up on iTunes. Enjoy!

Wednesday, August 19, 2015

G-Eazy “You Got Me” Lyric Video

Check out the newest visual from G-Eazy as he drops a lyric video for the track ‘You Got Me‘, produced by Southside. The song was originally premiered via Apple Music and it’s gaining popularity day by day. More from Gerald is on the way, so keep it locked in!

Tuesday, August 18, 2015

Thizzler Jam 2015 Recap

On Sunday afternoon, hundreds filed in a line outside of downtown Oakland’s Venue in order to see their favorite Bay Area rap acts such as Young Gully, Show Banga, Kool John and Nef The Pharaoh. As the line continued to grow, spreading around the corner and down the block, many anxious attendees attempted sweet talking guards, flaunting friendships with performers, and using any other viable tactic to speed up their entrance. Peep the recap above.

Audio Push Talk Debut Album Announce First Headlining Tour

Audio Push have been grinding hard in 2015, releasing not one, but two mixtapes since April — but they’re only getting started. Speaking with HNHH, the duo made up of Oktane and Price spoke of their upcoming debut album, which they feel the time is finally right to release. While the guys were fairly tight-lipped about details, they did share that a headlining tour will happen before the year’s end.

Jay Rock “90059” Video

Check out the brand new visual from Jay Rock entitled “90059” which serves as the third track he’s released since word of his project was announced. He’s kidnapped in an abandoned building, taking adrenaline pills which turns into a high speed chase with the police. Peep the crazy visual above and stay tuned for the album!

#StraightOutta Somewhere

“Eazy was adamant to put Compton on the map.” Once known as the world’s most dangerous group, N.W.A felt it was important to rep where they were from on their classic 1988 debut album, Straight Outta Compton. They made a statement and showed the world how to rep your city.

Nardwuar vs. Tinashe

During a recent stop through Vancouver, Tinashe was interviewed by the legend Nardwuar. She talks about her experience at America’s Most Talented Kids, her love for Zimbabwe music, hilarious stories of her mother growing up that influenced her music, why people should care about her material and more.

Monday, August 17, 2015

Show Banga feat. Skipper “Stuck In My Ways” Video

Check out the brand new track from Show Banga as he teams up with Skipper for “Stuck In My Ways” from his newest album ‘Mayor 4 Life.’ It’s summer time and this visual bodies that with a backyard pool party and everything that goes along with that.

Tyga “BuSSin Out Da Bag” Video

Tyga continues with his onslaught of visuals preparing his fans for his much anticipated ‘F*ck What They Talkin Bout’ project and to start the week off right you have “Bussin Out Da Bag.” Check it out above and enjoy!

#StraightOutta: Kehlani

“Oakland stands up for what it believes in…when it’s time to come together Oakland comes together” Kehlani talks about why she really loves Oakland and how it influences her as an artist. Press play up top.

Friday, August 14, 2015

Alumni “Forbes” feat. Bricc Baby, Kid Ink, Vee Tha Rula & Shy Glizzy

unnamed Check out a brand new track from Tha Alumni game titled “Forbes” featuring the likes of Kid Ink, Bricc Baby, Vee tha Rula & Shy Glizzy. Officially this is off the forthcoming Alumni Mixtape produced by SAP. Take a listen below and enjoy!

RJ: First Headlining Show Video Recap

Leading up to RJ’s first headlining show, his crew documented every step of the way, from rehearsal’s all the way up until the LIVE show which you can peep above. Cameo’s on cameo’s on cameo’s from tons of friends and family of the #YoungCalifornia movement and beyond were there to show support. Shout out to our family DJ Vision & DJ Carisma for holding down the 1’s and 2’s! RJ, the takeover has begun.

‘Burnt’ Official Trailer

In Bradley Cooper’s latest effort for an Oscar, he plays a “chef on the edge” in a psychological character study entitled Burnt. Directed by John Wells, Cooper plays an angry and manic chef who fights for fame and recognition in the competitive mix of 5-star European restaurants while also dealing with the effects of drug abuse.

Thursday, August 13, 2015

League Of Starz ‘LOS.FM 2′ Mixtape

losfm2 The brand new project from our family the League Of Starz has dropped following up 2013’s ‘LOS.FM’ mixtape with ‘LOS.FM 2′ today. The project holds 14 tracks with artists like Ty Dolla Sign, IAMSU!, The Game, Eric Bellinger, Skeme, Sage The Gemini, RJ & a whole lot more. Make sure you download the project HERE and let us know what tracks you like the best. Enjoy!

Tsunamisode (YSBH Tour) Part 4

Continuing along with Kehlani on tour, we are treated to the fourth episode of many to come in her ‘YSBH’ Vlog series. Above, you can catch all the behind the scenes footage you may need along with LIVE footage and more. Press play above and keep it locked in on Miss Kehlani. Yee!

JR Castro feat. Kid Ink, Quavo “Get Home” Lyric Video

North Side Las Vegas native JR Castro linked up with Kid Ink and Quavo of Migos for his DJ Mustard produced debut single “Get Home,” and now we get the lyric video. “He brings a perspective sorely lacking from the R&B world, JR Castro has grabbed the attention of Timbaland, Mike Will, DJ Camper, Terrace Martin, Wale, Future, and Jhene Aiko, who amongst others, collaborated with him on his forthcoming mixtape.”

Wednesday, August 12, 2015

Skipper ‘The Thrill’ Album

thethrill The brand new album from HBK’s own Skipper has landed, the project features 10 tracks with features from artists like Jay Ant, Kool John, CJ & Dave Steezy. Make sure you pick up the project and support it on iTunes HERE and let us know what your favorite track is. Yee!

Casey Veggies “Anybody”

anybody Check out some brand new music from Casey Veggies entitled “Anybody” produced by Sap. His brand new and debut album “Live & Grow” in set to his stores and online September 25th. Take a listen below and enjoy!

Tuesday, August 11, 2015

Tinashe for Kode Magazine (Behind The Scenes)

In what was released not too long ago, Kode Magazine caught up with Miss Tinashe for not only a photoshoot, but a quick interview as well. In that interview she talks about the highlights in her career, who’s in her music circle, how she wants to be remembered and more. Enjoy!

NBA 2K16 Presents Stephen Curry: Beyond the Shadows

Learn the story of Stephen Curry playing Beyond the Shadows & check out gameplay footage from NBA2K16. Peep it above and stay tuned for the release of the game this fall. Yee!

Monday, August 10, 2015

‘Straight Outta’ Somewhere Promo

11374214_126616107680415_1779850376_n If you’ve been on social media anytime over the past week you have seen hundreds of takes on the ‘Straight Outta Compton’ logo replaced with a new city, you may even be sick of it. Nevertheless, the Beats by Dre campaign with photographer Jonathan Mannion has been a complete success. If you haven’t made yours yet, click HERE to do so and click HERE to check out some of our favorites (we will continue to update) and catch the movie this week when it releases!

Tyga feat. A.E. “Don’t C Me Comin” Video

Still getting himself ready for his ‘F*ck What They Talkin Bout’ effort Tyga is back with the latest single from the project. This brand new visual is for a track entitled “Don’t C Me Comin,” with assistance from A.E. Press play up top.

Jasmine V ‘Dazed And Confused Tour’ Episode 1

Jasmine V is back with the installment of the new vlog series. In part one of the tour, she is in New York City highlighting her photo shoot with People Magazine along with her performance at the Best Buy Theatre and more along with all the other behind the scenes footage you know to expect from these. Enjoy!

Friday, August 7, 2015

Behind the Scenes of ‘Straight Outta Compton’ with Noisey

This peak at Straight Outta Compton indicates that the film will do two things—humanize the West Coast rappers in the context of their rise to fame and the environment that created them, and focus on the indisputable cultural impact they had on America. Here, we see the members of N.W.A. being very hands-on with this project, and not to mention Paul Giamatti in a gray wig and some bare ass at the 1:30 mark. Truly, something for everyone!

Dr. Dre ‘COMPTON’ Album Stream

compton Compton: A Soundtrack by Dr. Dre serves as the final album from the Los Angeles producer-rapper and is slated to hit retail this Friday, but you can stream it today through Apple. Kendrick Lamar, Ice Cube, Snoop Dogg, Eminem, The Game, Marsha Ambrosius, Jon Connor, King Mez, BJ the Chicago Kid and many more are featured on it with production from Dre himself along with some assistance from a bunch of others as well. CLICK HERE TO STREAM.

Thursday, August 6, 2015

What's In The Based Update's Mailbox ft. Pink Dolphin

It's yet again time for another 'WITBUM' aka What's in The Based Update's Mailbox! Who doesn't like getting mail, especially when its clothing? Even though it already dropped and Fall just released, we are going to review the Pink Dolphin Summer Collection as we start to close out the season! More exclusive stuff is on the way, so we what you can get your hands on right now in the review/pictorial below!

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

YG Talks About His Shooting, Rap Beefs & More

YG Drops by Ebro in the Morning and talks new music, tour, his shooting, rap beef and a whole lot more! Press play up top and enjoy the 30 plus minute video above. Yee!

‘Destiny: The Taken King’ “We Are Guardians” Trailer

“We are Guardians. We are Hunters, Titans, and Warlocks. We have fought back the Darkness together. But now a new threat looms on the horizon: Oryx, The Taken King. Battle the greatest villain we have ever faced and begin the next Destiny adventure on September 15th. Join us and Become Legend.” I’m hyped for this!

Wednesday, August 5, 2015

Boogie, DJ Quik & YG: Straight Outta Compton

Compton’s finest DJ Quik, Boogie, YG, Jeron Johnson and Marcellus Wiley share what it’s like to be from the city that N.W.A made famous. Press play up top.

My First Time with Jhené Aiko

The Los Angeles songstress is back with MTV this time to share a rare childhood story regarding her past. Press play above and learn a little more about miss Jhene Aiko. Enjoy!

‘Deadpool’ Official Trailer

Based upon Marvel Comics’ most unconventional anti-hero, DEADPOOL tells the origin story of former Special Forces operative turned mercenary Wade Wilson, who after being subjected to a rogue experiment that leaves him with accelerated healing powers, adopts the alter ego Deadpool. Armed with his new abilities and a dark, twisted sense of humor, Deadpool hunts down the man who nearly destroyed his life.

Tuesday, August 4, 2015

Under The Bay Episode 3: Nef The Pharaoh

Nef The Pharaoh stopped by Thizzler for episode 3 of #UnderTheBay, chopping it up about how he got his name, how he started rapping, his inspirations and how he feels about people comparing him to Mac Dre, how he felt when he was announced as one of 2014’s Bay Area Freshmen 10, and much more! Peep it above.

Glasses Malone feat. Kendrick Lamar “Thuggin” Official Lyric Video

Check out a brand new take on Glasses Malone’s returns for a lyric visual an a new verse from Killer Mike, who joins the company of Kendrick Lamar on the track. His new album ‘GH2: Life Ain’t Nuthin’ is set to drop soon, so press play up top.

Halo 5: Guardians Limited Edition Hardware Announce

Go behind the scenes with 343 Industries and Xbox as the teams discuss the design and inspiration of the Limited Edition Halo 5: Guardians Xbox One console and controllers arriving October, 2015.

Monday, August 3, 2015

Dr. Dre Announces ‘COMPTON’ Album Release Date

compton This just in! Dr. Dre announced on his Apple Beats 1 radio show that an official soundtrack for the film is on the way and he got inspired to create for the first time in over 15 years during the filming process. Compton: A Soundtrack By Dr. Dre, will release on Apple Music next Friday on August 7th with features from artists like Kendrick Lamar, The Game, Eminem, Snoop Dogg, Jill Scott, Marsha Ambrosius, John Connor and BJ the Chicago Kid.

G-Eazy at Lollapalooza 2015

Check out the newest sit down with G-Eazy as Lollapalooza catches up with him to talk about how he got his name, the Drake vs. Meek Mil nonsense, what’s next for him in the future and more. Yadadamean!

Tsunamisode (YSBH Tour) Part 3

Continuing along with Kehlani on tour, we are treated to the third episode of many to come in her ‘YSBH’ Vlog series. Above, you can catch all the behind the scenes footage you may need along with LIVE footage and more. Press play above and keep it locked in on Miss Kehlani. Yee!

Friday, July 31, 2015

Kendrick Lamar “For Free?” Interlude Video

Kendrick Lamar dropped a surprise new video from ‘To Pimp A Butterfly!’ Directed by Joe Weil & The Little Homies, the “For Free?” interlude visual takes place in a mansion with a girl talking sh*t until Kendrick shows up at the window. Yee!

DJ Mustard feat. RJ & Skeme “Body Count” Video

Check out the premiere of DJ Mustard’s newest visual “Body Count” featuring RJ & Skeme. This track is off of his recently released ’10Summers: The Mixtape, Vol.1.’ Take a look above and enjoy your weekend.

The Game feat. Drake “100” Video

We got to see some behind the scenes look at the duo shooting this visual about a month ago, but today we et the official visual for The Game’s newest single “100” featuring Drake. Peep it above and let us know what you think. Enjoy!

Thursday, July 30, 2015

DJ Mustard “Why’d You Call?” feat. Ty Dolla Sign & Makonnen

artworks-000124819261-ys02wf-t500x500 Even though Mustard just dropped his ’10 Summer’ mixtape, he isn’t done releasing new music. This time around we get the track titled “Why’d You Call ?” featuring the help of Ty Dolla Sign & Makonnen. This is a little different from Mustard going on the EDM side of things, so take a listen below and let us know what you think. Yee!

Casey Veggies Talks Debut Album ‘Live and Grow’ & More

“Cali got the game on lock!” Sway says, and in his newest interview with Casey Veggies he talks about his ‘Live & Grow’ album along with a friendly competition amongst west coast rappers, and a frestyle for the morning show. Peep it above.

G-Eazy: The Price of Fame

Check out a quick cool video as the “James Dean” of Hip-Hop speaks about the misconceptions of celebrity and what he believes it’s all about. Peep it above.

Wednesday, July 29, 2015

Audio Push ‘My Turn II’ EP

myturnii Check out the brand new 6-track EP from Audio Push titled ‘My Turn II’ which serves as a remix project as we wait for their official album to drop. The dup takes some well known tracks and they flip it BOW Style. Take a listen to the whole thing after the jump!

Tuesday, July 28, 2015

Sage the Gemini Talks New Record & More

In Sage the Gemini’s newet interview he calls Jordin Sparks his Wife, talks about his current single with Nick Jonas, his next album, being more mainstream and a whole lot more. Check it out above.

Monday, July 27, 2015

Kehlani feat. Chance The Rapper “The Way” Video

Miss Kehlani is on a roll with her album, tour, music videos, remixes and more, so why not add on to the takeover with the official black and white visual for another one of her hits, “The Way” featuring Chance The Rapper. Enjoy the visual, you will, and make sure you Shazam the track to enter for a chance to win tickets to Kehlani’s You Should Be Here Tour. Yee!

Jay 305 feat. Joe Moses “Thuggin” Video

The OpM artist and homie Jay 305 returns with the official music video for pure #YoungCalifornia banger “Thuggin” featuring Joe Moses. The visual takes us to South Central, where Jay 305 follows suit with the song and more. Press play up top. Enjoy!

Confession: Kehlani

Confession gives artists the opportunity to speak freely and candidly, not resorting to the predetermined cliché answers. Above, you can catch Kehlani in a dimly lit room, accented with Edison bulbs to tell her story from a knee injury to becoming a musician. Press play above.

Casey Veggies “The Boy” Video

Following the announcement of the release date for his debut album, ‘Live Grow,’ Casey Veggies returns with an animated video for his Hit-Boy produced “The Boy” track. Press play below and stay tuned for his album release in a few weeks.

Friday, July 24, 2015

Kool John & P-Lo ‘Moovie’ Album

download The brand new album anthem from the HBK Gang’s own Kool John & P-Lo has landed! The album is entitled ‘Moovie,’ and it holds 13 tracks with features from artists like IAMSU! & G-Eazy. Make sure you pick it up on iTunes to support. Yee!

Hopsin “The Pound” Video

To add on to the fact that Hopsin just released his project earlier today, he has also released the visual for the intro track “The Pound” which see’s him as a cyborg going in for surgery. Peep it above and grab the project. Enjoy!

Kool John & P-Lo “Blue Hunnids” Video

Check out the official visual for Kool John & P-Lo’s “Blue Hunnids” anthem produced by P-Lo off their newly released “Moovie!” project which is available now. Peep the video above and turn up to the new project all weekend!

'Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials’ Trailer #2

In this next chapter of the epic “Maze Runner” saga, Thomas and his fellow Gladers face their greatest challenge yet: searching for clues about the mysterious and powerful organization known as WCKD. Their journey takes them to the Scorch, a desolate landscape filled with unimaginable obstacles. Teaming up with resistance fighters, the Gladers take on WCKD’s vastly superior forces and uncover its shocking plans for them all.

Thursday, July 23, 2015

Tsunamisode (YSBH Tour) Part 2

Continuing along with Kehlani on tour, we are treated to the second episode of many to come\e ‘YSBH’ Vlog series. Above, you can catch all the behind the scenes footage you may need along with LIVE footage and more. Press play above and keep it locked in on Miss Kehlani.

Hit-Boy feat. Sage the Gemini & K. Roosevelt “Stay Up” Lyric Video

Check out something new from Hit-Boy for “Stay Up” featuring Sage the Gemeni and fellow HS87 member K. Roosevelt. Now, you can not only enjoy the track, but also the lyric video. Press play!

DJ Mustard ’10 Summers: The Mixtape’ Vol. 1

11417326_1642781582600498_512934234_n Our own DJ Mustard has officially dropped his brand new mixtape titled ’10 Summers: The Mixtape’ Volume 1. The project holds 17-tracks with features from artists like The Game, Dom Kennedy, Ty Dolla $ign, Skeme, Casey Veggies, IAMSU!, TeeFLii, RJ, Choice, TeeCee4800, Nef The Pharaoh and more. Stream and download the mixtape HERE!

Wednesday, July 22, 2015

YG Talks New Album ‘Still Krazy’ & More

YG checks in with Power 106 to talk about his shooting incident and how it changed his mind state along with what’s to come with his album ‘Still Krazy’ album, his clothing line, having a daughter and more. Check it out above.

Tuesday, July 21, 2015

Hopsin Talks New Album “Pound Syndrome”

Los Angeles Rapper, Hopsin, stopped by The Cruz Show to talk about his upcoming album “Pound Syndrome” and all things Funk Volume. Check that out and more above, and make sure you get that new project when it drops!

Kid Ink “Faster” Video

Since the release of his third album ‘Full Speed,’ Kid Ink returns with a brand new video for “Faster,” directed by James Mackel. The video follows him as he hits the open road all the way to rolling up in the club. Press play above.

Casey Veggies ‘Live & Grow’ Artwork

liveandgrow Casey Veggies has officially released the cover for his upcoming and long awaited project ‘Live & Grow.’ The cover depicts his evolution from a child to what he has become now. We like the concept, so tune back in on September 25th to grab the album and keep it locked in for the tracklist on the way.
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