Seem like Eric Hudson has been ripping up the net for the past couple of days. This time he site down with XXL for another interview/Q&A session where he talks about the process of putting together the beat for Kanye West’s "Flashing Lights", newly found attention, producing other genres, and the benefits of playing an … Read more
In part 3 of a 5 part series, Dupri talks about only a few rappers being in the top 10 of the R&B charts and how no label has broken any new rap artists. He warns new artists not to get involved in the industry and says that rap looks like it’s over.
HHNLive treats us to an interview with "Flashing Lights" producer Eric Hudson as he talks about the growing up around the music industry, dumbing down music for the radio, and collaborating with writers. Hudson also talks about running to Kanye West by mere chance and the beat for "Flashing Lights" originally being intended for Beanie … Read more
As part 2 of a 5 part series JD gives a rant about money corrupting and ruining music. He says that people paying attention to money, Soundscan, and charging too much money for tracks caused trouble for the industry. JD then declares that he’s in it for the love.
Traxamillion (Keak Da Sneak, Brook Hogan) tells how he became involved in music, learning to produce Hip-Hop, and takes us through a quick beat construction.
The ever controversial Jermaine Dupri declares that the DJ is dead. He talks about the self-promotion of DJ’s and their lack of focus for helping new artists. Not necessarily sure if I agree with JD that a DJ is obligated to promote others without promoting himself. Wouldn’t this be considered a form of cross-promotion, which … Read more
DJ Enuff sits down to talk with Gnarls Barkley about their musical styles and artistic freedom. In particular, it’s interesting to hear Danger Mouse addresse the need to interrupt listener habits in the age of short attention spans.
Stones Throw founder Peanut Butter Wolf talks Broken Beat, dj’ing a party for Usher, and the original idea behind his video mixing. We also quick taste of VJ’ing live… Showbiz & A.G. "Fat Pockets" Remix… classic! Respect to Mr. Floyd
Definitely slept on for his production skills, Evidence of Dilated Peoples talks about his solo release The Weatherman. He also mentions an album consisting of Alchemist/Evidence album in sort of a "Jaylib" style with each showcasing their production and MC’ing skills. Much of the interview is spent talking about music in general, but one very … Read more
4XL over at One Leg Up treats us to a crazy interview with 90’s production stylist Godfather Don as he talks about influences, equipment, recording his first album, and getting signed to Select Records. As a little bonus, check the video from the Beat Diggin’ documentary some years back. One word… "raaaaaer!" Read the … Read more