LUSSW Magazine drops an in-studio interview with DJ Premier as he talks about the evolution of hip-hop from a music of young people to a mix of both older and younger participants, reveals his all-time favorite equipment (Akai MPC 60, 60II, and S950), and gives his opinion about new and emerging technologies involved in music … Read more
During his latest segment of "Inside The Craft", Rik Cordero interviews Illmind at the Harlem Children’s Zone, a non-profit community organization, as the producer talks about the importance of offering guidance and giving back to younger generations. [via Illmind]
Soul Culture drops an excellent interview with Oddisse during his recent trip to London. Here the Diamond District producer talks about his first Casio keyboard, discovering production during his senior year of high school, the influence of his multicultural heritage, and looking to other genres of music for inspiration. The real meat of the interview … Read more
Legendary musician Joe Bataan discusses his 40 year experience in the music business, various ups and downs in life, evolution of style, and culture wars. Notable Quote: "What do I have to offer? I always ask myself that question" "I enjoy this business and that’s the one ingredient that most people should bring to the … Read more
Marco Polo & Torae appear with DJ Pemier on Live From HeadQCourterz to discuss their album Double Barrell, hip-hop, and more.
Gooch sits down with The Alchemist to discuss DJ’ing/button pressing for Eminem, career milestones, future goals, and the difference in recognition between being The Alchemist vs Eminem’s DJ. [via Paul Cantor]
DJ Premier discusses the role of vinyl and DJ’s in the creation and prolifration of authentic hip-hop music. Primo also touches on critics, upcoming projects, and more. Notable Quotes: "We still make the vinyl because I still like vinyl. It’s a little more costly out of my pocket, but we don’t care, we do it … Read more
Rest In Beats delivers more audio from Pharrell Williams’ recent appearance at the Billboard/Adweek Music & Advertising conference. Pharrell briefly discusses listening to your inner voice, intelligently pursuing your ideas, and making your own opportunites.
An in-studio Q&A session producer/ DJ Statik Selektah as he gives a few quick thoughts on topics such as Premier vs. Pete Rock, Akai MPC vs. ASR-10, PC vs. Mac, Blackberry vs. iPhone, Pro Tools vs Logic, Sampling, and AutoTune. Off Topic Thought: Mac is in the shop… life with Vista is really hard right … Read more
Peanut Butter Wolf runs through a stack of Stones Throw vinyl while reminiscing about such projects as My Vinyl Weighs A Ton, Jaylib, Donuts, Ode to the Ghetto, and Super Duck Breaks. Peanut Butter Wolf also tells some of the more intimate details surrounding J Dilla’s death, sudden press interest after Dilla’s passing, and Ma … Read more