9th Wonder talks about his inspiration to make hip-hop, his first big break, a current project with David Banner, and old age. It’s actually pretty impressive that a person as young as 9th Wonder was able to find a use for the phrase “before you were born.”
RZA (Wu-Tang Clan, Gravediggaz) discusses the influence Prince Paul and crazy record deals with GZA and ODB. Visit The Black List on MySpace or go grab a copy of the DVD. [via NFADK]
Jessie Maguire and Cool & Dre talk further about their creative direction, the power of new media, and their role in providing relevant non-entertainment news to fans and followers. “I’m engaged and there are so many things that I feel effect the community and our people that I feel as though I can break it down … Read more
Michigan Hip Hop delivers a three part interview with Detroit producer Mr. Porter (D12, Snoop Dogg, 50 Cent, Pharoahe Monch) that covers his development as a producer, selling his first beat, valuable lessons learned from Dr. Dre and Eminem, and much more. What I learned from Dre is…I’ll listen to a song that I’m doing … Read more
Stones Throw founder Peanut Butter Wolf discusses the label, Dam-Funk, Gary Wilson, Michael Jackson, and video DJ’ing.
Prince Paul offers commentary on so-called hipsters, skinny jeans, and new styles of hip-hop. Paul also touches on New York hip-hop, touring with Freddie Fox, and new projects.
Notable Quote:
“Everything to me seems like an offshoot or a bite of something else, especially in hip-hop at this point. I don’t think I’ve heard anything super-duper original for the first time in the last ten years.”
Part 2 after the break!
Jessie Maguire interviews producers Cool & Dre as they discuss their Miami waterfront recording studio, music business success, projects with Wale and Queen Latifah, and the fun involved in creating music.
Producer Swizz Beatz offers his thoughts relating to the trend of established producers taking undue credit, publishing, and royalties from deserving artists and producers. Peppered with freestyles, Swizz Beatz later discusses Kid Robot, current label info, and a partnership with MarketAmerica to form some sort of strange multi-level marketing music scheme. [via RTNY]
K-Salaam & Beatnick, discuss a possible name change, how the duo was formed, and physically making the move from Minnesota to New York. The two also go further into the importance of maintaining a cohesive project, establishing their brand, and working with independent sponsors.
Producer Boi-1da discusses his start with FL Studio, the difference between being a producer and a beatmaker, and then gives an overview of his discography. Boi-1da also talks about what he looks for when considering working with an artist, the valueo of remaining persistent, and future career goals.