Diddy and K-Def in the studio recording "We Gon’ Make It" from the Press Play album. More interesting insight into what happens behind the scenes to attain the perfect sound. Be sure to check out the Crate Kings Summer ’08 Beat Battle judged by K-Def sponsored by Zoom In Online.
Erykah Badu wants to extend the "Real Thang" remix contest deadline to July 31st, 2008 allowing for more remixes and entries. Creativity is key, so all types of remixes are welcomed (hip-hop, r&b/soul, house, broken beat, rock, reggae, etc.). **Acappella of "Real Thang" can be downloaded from the contest site. Grand prize winner will receive: … Read more
Phife of A Tribe Called Quest reminisces on the recording of Midnight Marauders and tells anecdotes about working with Bob Power.
Chocolate Industries and Adult Swim presents a free download compilation for all those who want it. See the Worldwide Renewal Program website for previews, videos, and artwork or download the entire album. Track List: 1. Cool Kids | 88 2. Kovas | Go That Route 3. Hollywood Holt | Hollywood 4. Numeric | Untitled 5. … Read more
Giz of Audio Two talks about getting involved in the music business with the help of Daddy-O, learning to be an engineer, and the technical aspects of recording MC Lyte’s first two albums. Current projects are covered along with his favorite DAW’s and views on mixing in the box.
Roadtrip Nation did a segment quite a while back with Roots drummer/producer Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson as he spoke about drumming at the age of two, practicing 3 to 5 hours per day, starting out with the roots, and the decision not to attend Juliard. He also touches on long term goals, current pace of working … Read more
Portishead’s Geoff Barrow and Adrian Utley talk about finding inspiration in Madlib’s uncompromising musical aspirations, quitting music, starting an independent label, and navigating an music industry undergoing drastic changes. Read the complete interview.
Another documentary to make you feel better about the vinyl habit you’ve developed. Doesn’t everyone have 60 Miles Davis albums and systematically clean & play all their records in alphabetical order?
Believe Magazine gives us an amazing older interview with Questlove speaking on such topics as purposely listening to music he doesn’t like, living musical Star Wars, and buying the same record over and over again. We also get to hear his theories about the creative virtues of crack rock, the role of Republicans in black … Read more
Rsonist (Heatmakerz) talks about getting his first big break from, networking, and work ethic. It’s really interesting when he touches on the changes that have taken place in Hip-Hop, sacrifices, and future goals.