G Perico and Dave East drop new visual “Half A Brick”

G Perico and Dave East collab on new single, “Half a Bird”. It’s a banger! Dace East has been busy lately, fresh of the release of his latest album. “How Did I Get Here,” or “HDIGH” for short. East, progressive in his collaboration with west coast talent, making some of his earliest appearances on Nipsey Hussle records.

G Perico went on a serious run as of late, even after his 21’ flood. The Los Angeles artist has been building his brand and solidifying himself as a top west coast artist. His unique voice and swagger word play, paint vivid pictures for listeners.

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Pacman Da Gunman & Hit-Boy drops new single “Cold Nights on 60th St”

Pacman Da Gunman drops several new singles. On the eve of the 3 year anniversary of All Money In artist Nipsey Hussle. Pacman dropped several visualizers from his collab album with Grammy award-winning producer Hit-Boy. “Cold Nights on 60th St” is Pacman in his lane with wordy catchphrases, and witty reality-based punchlines.

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WCS Exclusive: Mykestro Talks About New Projects, Working With Older Brother DJ Battlecat And More!

Los Angeles artist Mykestro and I go back a long ways. I was there at the start of his career when he was coming up with Problem, Glasses Malone, Terrace Martin and Bishop Lamont. He’s recorded with the best of the West throughout his career and he’s rocked with older brother DJ Battlecat on songs. The lyrical emcee remains to himself business-wise, choosing to be independent and catering to his fan base via Bandcamp and his website Skillzstillappeal.com. In this interview Mykestro talks about all of his available projects and what’s in store and a whole lot more from family to health. Tap in.

 

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Arizona emcee Murkemz Brings The Heat On Funkmaster Flex’s Radio Show

Phoenix, AZ emcee Murkemz has been killing it lately. First as a guest on Bootleg Kev,s show, then a personal endorsement by rap icon Ice-T, afterwards he was a guest on Sway’s show on Sirius and recently had a performance at the Art of Rap show in California. New York DJ Funkmaster Fled is the latest outlet for Murkemz as he continues to bring thf heat via freestyles. Peep the part 1 and part 2 Funkmaster Flex segments below!

 

 

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Baby Stone Gorillas Release New Video “Starr Sumn”

The Baby Stone Gorillas are back with a new video off of their ‘BABYST5XNE Gorillas” album. This cut is called “Start Sumn” and once again, it’s a banger. The Gorillas are on the rise!

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Kxng Crooked To Release New Album!

Kxng Crooked released a Crook’s Corner episode that he runs in his YouTube channel and the Long Beach lyrical genius announced a new album while chilling with Joell Ortiz. Crooked issued a clip of the announcement along with revealing a June release. Watch below.

New album in JUNE pic.twitter.com/ssAkRBzn6t

— CROOK (@CrookedIntriago) March 29, 2022

 

 

 

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DSmoke Releases New Video “Crossover” Featuring WestSide Boogie

Lyric extraordinaire DSmoke unveiled his latest video from  his latest album War and Wonders. The Inglewood native linked up with Compton rhymer WestSide Boogie for a tracked called “Crossover” and the two spit knowledge and fire. Check out the new vid below!

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Snoop Dogg Sets Mount Westmore Album Release Date For April 20, 2022

Four icons of the West Coast (Snoop Dogg, Ice Cube, E-40 & Too Short) are gearing up for their April 20, 2022 release of their supergroup album Mt. Westmore. The supergroup released their latest video for “Bad MF’s” last week, with Snoop Dogg’s official YouTube channel listing the release date of 4/20 in the video’s description.

Mt. Westmore is confirmed to feature Dr. Dre, as well as Eminem who will be featured on the track “From Detroit To LBC”.

In late December 2020, Snoop Dogg touted the Mt. Westmore production would feature production from Dr. Dre, Ant Banks, Fredwreck, Battlecat, ProHoeZak. The supergroup has released two singles so far, the Kato On The Track-produced “Big Subwoofer” and the DJ Battlecat-produced “Step Child” off the American Skin film soundtrack. On the heels of the “Big Subwoofer” music video release, they also premiered a portion of the music video “Fuck You”, produced by Fredwreck and Dem Jointz.

In an interview with Smoke-A-Lot Radio, Too Short confirmed that Dr. Dre produced one song on the project, and ProHoeZak has confirmed he produced four tracks (“Won’t You Come Back”, “Canday”, “I Got Pull”, and “Aqua Boogie“), and DJ Pooh confirmed through Instagram that he and Fredwreck jointly produced a track called “Ball of Confusion”.

Stay tuned for more information on the upcoming Mt. Westmore album coming from Snoop Dogg, Too Short, E-40, and Ice Cube!

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Mount Westmore & Warren G Perform Sold Out Show In Nashville, TN

Last night, Bobby Dee Presents & Uncle Snoop’s Army brought Snoop Dogg, Too Short, E-40, and Ice Cube of the west coast supergroup Mount Westmore and the legendary Warren G to perform during a sold-out show at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, TN.

Rocking a Buffalo Bills sweatshirt bearing his son Olaijah Griffin’s jersey number, Warren G kicked things off in swift fashion opening his set with the classic “This DJ” from the producer/artist’s 1994 debut Regulate… G Funk Era.

The Regulator performed several songs from his vast catalog of hits and classics including “You Don’t See”, “I Want It All”, “What’s Next”, “Summertime In The LBC, “Indo Smoke”, and “I’m Fly”.

Rounding out the show-opener, the G-Child played several selections from his late friend and collaborator Nate Dogg, which included “Nobody Does It Better”, “Can’t Deny It”, “21 Questions”, “Bitch Please”, and the classic posse cut “Ain’t No Fun”.

The Mount Westmore set began with the group’s newly-released music video for “Bad MF’s” on the big screen before the four-member west coast supergroup rose up on stage sitting in throne chairs and opening up with “Big Subwoofer”.

Throughout the show, each of the hip-hop icons performed tracks from their pioneering and classic catalogs including “Freaky Tales” from Too Short, “Gin & Juice” by Snoop Dogg, “Check Yo Self” from Ice Cube, and “Tell Me When To Go” by E-40.

Other songs performed during the sold-out show included Snoop Dogg’s “Beautiful”, “Deep Cover”, “Tha Shiznit”, Ice Cube’s “You Can Do It”, “It Was A Good Day”, “Bop Gun”, “You Know How We Do It”, Too Short’s “Blow The Whistle”, “Don’t Fight The Feeling”, “Shake That Monkey”, and E-40’s “Sprinkle Me”, “U And Dat Booty”, and “Snap Ya Fingers” among others.

Mount Westmore has upcoming shows in Texas cities of San Antonio and Round Rock on April 7th & 8th, Atlanta, Georgia on May 6th, Charlotte, North Carolina on May 8th, San Diego, California on May 19th, and Oakland, California on May 27th.

Additional video footage is coming soon!

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Final Level Music’s Namek Drops New Video “Priceless” Featuring NHale & DJ Battlecat

Ice-T and Hen Gee’s Final Level Music artist Nanek has partnered with legendary producer DJ Battlecat for a new upcoming joint album called “3 X 3 Project”. The first single is “Priceless” featuring NHale, the son of the late great Nate Dogg, for which a video was just released. Watch it below!

 

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Faith Evans Opens Up About Relationship With Notorious B.I.G., Protecting The Legacies Of Biggie and 2Pac, Working With DMX On ‘I Miss You’ + More On People’s Party With Talib Kweli Podcast

The queen of “baby-making music,” Faith Evans recently joined Talib Kweli for an episode of the People’s Party podcast where they discuss her relationship with The Notorious B.I.G., getting noticed by Puff Daddy and signing with Bad Boy Records in 1993, and being the voice of truth while protecting the legacies of Biggie and 2Pac.

Also on the latest episode of the People’s Party With Talib Kweli podcast, Faith Evans tells how she linked up with DMX for his ‘I Miss You’ song and her experience working with the late rapper, collaborating with Lil’ Kim on The King & I, shares stories of her experience attending from the infamous 1995 Source Awards, and more.

Check out Faith Evans on the People’s Party With Talib Kweli podcast below:

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Griff Tyler and Rucci release new visual “Runnin Game”

LosAngeles singer/rapper Griff Tyler is back with a new video and he recruited Inglewood’s own Rucci for this field-track themed “Runnin Game.”

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B-Legit, Devin the Dude, Krayzie Bone, Kid Ink & More To Rock Sacramento’s Loud Fest 2022

Loud Fest 2022 is going down in Sacramento on the smoker’s holiday weekend! Bay Area legend B-Legit will be headlining Saturday April 23rd and he will be joined by Texas’ own Devin the Dude, Bone Thugs frontman Krayzie Bone, Kid Ink, Dizzy Wrigjt and more. Check the flyer for ticket details.

 

 

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DJ R-Tistic Mixes The Top 24 L.A. Party Tracks From 2010 – 2014

L.A.‘a top party and club DJ, DJ R-Tistic, took to social media to share a special mix of Los Angeles songs from 2010 to 2014 that set the parties off! R-Tistic would know as he has been hired not only for many L.A. parties and events but also around the country and parts of the world. The 2014 McDonald’s Flavor DJ Competition winner can also be seen on Twitch every Wednesday mixing West Coast jams.

Here’s 24 L.A. tracks from 2010-2014 that used to set the parties off! If you were out here at the time, you might remember them all! pic.twitter.com/jovxW0kEaM

— DJ R-Tistic (@DJRTistic) March 24, 2022

 

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Mount Westmore Drops “Bad MF’s” Official Music Video (Prod. DJ Battlecat & Jermaine Dupri)

The Mount Westmore supergroup of Too Short, Ice Cube, E-40, and Snoop Dogg just dropped their latest visual from their forthcoming project. The video, entitled “Bad MF’s”, was previously debuted during their Lexington, KY show back in November of last year.

In the black & white video, each artist can be seen in the studio and other various places rapping their verses.

Snoop Dogg, Ice Cube, E-40, and Too Short will be heading to the Bridgestone Arena on Saturday, March 26th in Nashville, TN with the regulator Warren G in tow.

Check out the “Bad MF’s” video from Mount Westmore below:

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Doggystleeee drops new visual “No Mojo Jojo”

Doggystyleeee returns with “No Mojo Jojo” visual. Shot by popular west coast videographer, Voice2Hard . Doggystyleeee fresh off current notoriety when Snoop Dogg 1st  used his C-Walking video to create promo content for his latest album B.O.D.R. “No Mojo Jojo” sees the San Bernardino artist Doggystyleeee in his lane, at a high level of creativity, and lyricism.

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2 Elven, T.F drop new visual “Sig Sauer”

Inglewood veteran 2 Eleven connects wit artist T.F for the bar heavy single “Sig Sauer”. Check it Out!

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Pacman Da Gunman & Hit-Boy drop new visual “Not Your Average”

Pacman Da Gunman and Hit-Boy drop the second single from collab album. Pacman’s flow and lyrical ability continue to elevate each time he drops. The collab album with him and Grammy winning producer Hit-Boy is a solid collection of records.This visual does not disappoint.

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J-Dee Announces Official Release Date For “J-Dee’s Revenge – Success Is My Revenge Vol. 1”

J-Dee, who has been in our news a lot recently, has taken to social media to give an official release date for his upcoming project J-Dee’s Revenge – Success Is My Revenge Vol. 1. KWe will be seeing the album on the infamous smokers holiday April 20th according to the Lench Mob member.

 

THE OFFICIAL RELEASE DATE IS SCHEDULED FOR 4-20-2022. J-DEE’s REVENGE VOL. I “ Success Is My Revenge “. pic.twitter.com/4glgoTsPTS

— DaSean Cooper (@JdeeLenchMob) March 24, 2022

 

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Mykestro Rocks The Red Pill PPV Show with DJ Sir Jinx (Video)

Mykestro, one of the West Coast’s skilled and underrated emcee’s, was the special guest of the recent PPV show “The Red Pill” held by the legendary DJ Sir Jinx this past weekend. Mykestro who has been busy dropping independent projects on his Bandcsmo page, posted this clip of his Red Pill cypher performance.

 

 

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WCS Exclusive: Glasses Malone Ft. Kokane – 21 Stimmy Flow (Snippet)

Get an exclusive first listen to the new single by Glasses Malone featuring Kokane called “21 Stimmy Flow” that is dropping on April 1sr. This snippet is just a taste to this hot new jam!

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K-Dee On Fitting In With Westside Connection Features, Working With Ant Banks & CJ Mac On “Make Money”, Collaborating With Devin The Dude + More On Unique Access Interview

In part 3 of the interview with former Lench Mob Records artist K-Dee, the Los Angeles-based rapper continues with Unique Access Entertainment in discussing how he’d fit in on songs like “Hoo-Bangin’ (WSCG Style)” & the Bud’da-produced “Do You Like Criminals” when Ice Cube called him in to do the Westside Connection features.

K-Dee also tells host Soren Baker about going to Houston to work with Devin The Dude and putting together “Make Money” with CJ Mac and legendary Oakland producer Ant Banks for the Big Thangs compilation.

In previous installments of the interview with Soren Baker, K-Dee also discussed working for Street Knowledge Records (the initial incarnation of the Ice Cube-led record label), forming the original Stereo Crew with Ice Cube & Sir Jinx, and signing to Epic Records, moving from Epic Records to the Alonzo Williams-ran Kru-Cut Records and changing their group name to C.I.A.

Other topics explored include Bootsy Collins of Parliament-Funkadelic and Bootsy’s Rubber Band playing on Ass, Gas, or Cash (No One Rides for Free), Mack 10 wanting to change his ”H-O-E-K” verse from the Inglewood, California rapper’s 1995 debut album Mack 10, and why K-Dee picked “Hittin Corners” as a single from his 1994 release on Ice Cube‘s label.

Check out part 3 of the K-Dee interview with Soren Baker on Unique Access Entertainment below:

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Too Short On Why He Moved To Atlanta, Expanding Hip-Hop With Mt. Westmore, Ageism In Rap + More During Club Shay Shay Interview With Shannon Sharpe

Too Short recently spoke to Shannon Sharpe on the Club Shay Shay podcast to discuss various topics including why he made the move to Atlanta in 1993, expanding hip-hop with the forthcoming Mount Westmore project, ageism in rap music, and how “The Message” by Melle Mel influenced his rap style early in his career.

The west coast icon also talks about the rich, bay area music history, how he was able to get into the music industry, and details the story of how he and E-40 developed their working relationship, working with Notorious B.I.G. and Puff Daddy on “The World Is Filled…”, putting “We Do This” together with 2Pac, and more during the interview.

Check out Shannon Sharpe’s Club Shay Shay episode with Too Short below:

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Shorty B Discusses Why He Declined Signing To Too Short & Having A Stroke After Jive Records Messed Up His W-9 + More On Unique Access Interview

In part 4 of the interview with former Dangerous Crew producer Shorty B, the veteran producer continues with Unique Access Entertainment and discusses why he declined to sign to Too Short and tells host Soren Baker about having a stroke after Jive Records messed up his W-9.

In previous episodes of the Unique Access interview, Shorty B discussed how NBA icon Wilt Chamberlain made him want to move to California, meeting legendary Parliament-Funkadelic head George Clinton, and how he and famed funk/rock guitarist Michael Hampton became the best of friends, and how he had a gold-selling record with Digital Underground’s 1991 release Sons Of The P before meeting Too Short.

Additional stories include him attempting to talk Too Short out of doing Cocktails, Ant Banks respecting his talent & why he and the late Shock G of Digital Underground worked so well together, working with the late MC Breed, making “Sample The Funk” with Ramon “Pee-Wee” Gooden, and how moving to and living in Atlanta played a part in his musical style and career.

Check out part 4 of the Shorty B interview with Soren Baker on Unique Access Entertainment below:

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D-Smoke checks in with Kerrington Dillon on Kerrington Live IG

Inglewood standout and hip-hop star D-Smoke was the special guest of our affiliate Kerrington Dillon this past Friday on her IG Live. The two discussed his rap and acting career, and other fun topics. The IG Live show is a new segment of Kerrington who is also the daughter of our partner Bif Wy. You can watch the interview below. D-Smoke takes about a minute or so to show up.

 

 

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Snoop Dogg Previews New Jane Handcock Music & Promises To Put Death Row Classics Back On Streaming Platforms

New Death Row Records owner Snoop Dogg took to social media to preview new music from R&B singer Jane Handcock, produced by Dr. Bombay.

During the music preview, Snoop turned the volume down to let the fans know that he intends to put Death Row Records classics like The Chronic & Doggystyle back up on streaming platforms.

What y’all thought I was just going to take the music off and don’t put it back on? It’s coming back, I got some new shit first though. It’s Jane Handcock!”

Check out Snoop Dogg’s post previewing new Jane Handcock music and his announcement about putting the Death Row Records catalog back up below:

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EastSide K-Boy pays tribute to Wu-Tang Clan, with “The Wu-Style”

EastSide K-Boy keeps his foot on the gas as he builds his brand and presents in the music industry. “The Wu-Style” is a clever tribute to the Hip Hop group, K-Boy laces heavy punchlines throughout the song that connect with each member. Check out the latest from EastSide K-Boy.

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WCS Exclusive: J-Dee of Da Lench Mob Opens Up About His Reconciliation With Ice Cube And His New Music Coming.

It’s time for J-Dee’s revenge and if anyone has earned it, it’s him. Right as he was about to hit his prime m, his promising rap career was taken from him after the release of Da Lench Mob’s debut album “Guerillas In The Mist@. The lead single of the same name showcased the talent of J-Dee and he was indeed the groups standout star. After coming home from his release H-Dee took a moment for himself and his family but now he is gearing up for his “revenge” which is going to be the title theme of his upcoming album. In this classic one of a kind interview J-Dee opens up about it all. Peep game from this wise vet.

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WCS Exclusive Music: J-Dee of Da Lench Mob “Walked It All Off” ft. Diar Lansky & Kurt Dog

We have an exclusive world premiere courtesy of J-Dee of Da Lench Mob. After coming home from a 28 year sentence, J-Dee is now positioning himself to make his mark in the rap game – something that he was robbed from doing because he kept the code of the streets. However now that he is free he has been recording and is preparing for an album release once the business is right in his eyes. We recently interviewed the West Coast vet and to celebrate the release of that interview today J-Dee has given us an exclusive track to premiere. Pretty cool, huh? Take a listen to “Walked It All Off” ft. Diar Lansky and Kurt Dog.

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Cypress Hill Release Black Milk-Produced Album “Back In Black” Featuring Demrick & Dizzy Wright

Legendary West Coast hip-hop group Cypress Hill just dropped their 10th album entitled Back In Black, with production being solely provided by Detroit-based producer Black Milk.

The 10-track album features the legal marijuana questioning “Open Ya Mind”, the woke-provoking “Bye Bye” featuring Dizzy Wright, and “Come With Me” which perfectly utilizes and interpolates 2Pac’s classic “Hail Mary” chorus for the group’s latest weed-smoking anthem.

Check out the Black Milk-produced Back In Black from Cypress Hill below:

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Blxst Drops “Sometimes” Visual with Zacari

(Los Angeles, CA – March 17, 2022) – Hip-hop star Blxst returns with a new music video for his single, “Sometimes” Ft. Zacari, out now on all streaming platforms via Red Bull Records/Evgle. “Sometimes” is Blxst’s first single of 2022 which gained support from Complex, XXL, HotNewHipHop, Hypebeast, Uproxx, and HipHopDX describes the song as, “a bouncy rhythmic track that finds both singers reflecting on the struggles that come with trying to balance fame with a steady home life.”

Blxst teams up with director madebyJAMES to create an edgy bad boy aesthetic. The energy throughout the video is a refreshing, nostalgic vibe that leaves you craving for more. Adding Zacari to the mix adds a level of musicality that solidifies this track as one to remember. From the styling to synchronized dance moves, Blxst’s video will teleport you into the past with a futuristic twist.

The Los Angeles native began 2022 with a XXL Award win for “Best New Artist of The Year” and reached a new milestone with over 1-Billion career streams (700M from the No Love Lost Deluxe EP in the past year alone). This is all in addition to his single “Chosen” which is now certified Platinum in Canada, RIAA Gold & BRIT Silver, and reached the #1 spot on the US Rhythm and Urban Mediabase radio charts. Blxst has had a year of explosive audience growth and numerous 2021 awards & nominations (XXL Freshman 2021, Billboard’s Rising Star Award, BET Amplified Artist, Amazon Breakthrough Artist, 4 x BET Soul Train Award nominations). 2022 has kicked off with multiple collaboration releases so far with Murdabeatz & Wale, Pink Sweat$ and Young T & Bugsey. Blxst is set to take 2022 by storm with a new project expected to release later this year.

source https://westcoaststyles.com/video/2022/03/blxst-drops-sometimes-visual-with-zacari/

Big WY Announces New Project With Prodeje’ Paintboy KD / Posts Throwback Performance of B-Brazy

West Coast veteran and Inglewood legend Big Wy of The Relativez took to social media to reveal his upcoming project “New Day Old Rules 2”.

The album will feature a load of talent including Big Wy’s lyrical prodeje’ Paintboy KD from Omaha, Nebraska who can bust crazy rhymes at will. Also featured are Figg Newton, Low Hathaway, WestSide Bunk, and the homie Mykestro who we will be featuring soon on WCS.

Big Wy also shared a special clip of street legend B-Brazy performing  at the now defunct Key Club in West Hollywood. B-Brazy had a budding rap career before he was tragically killed in 2003. You can check the clip below courtesy of Big Wy’a Instagram.

 

 

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Jermaine Dupri Gives An Equipment Education Lesson Using Usher’s “Nice & Slow”

So So Def Recordings head and multi-platinum producer Jermaine Dupri took to Instagram to give an “equipment education” for people who had asked the legendary producer if he knew how to use or work any new equipment, and don’t understand the difference between an MPC and a computer.

In the video, the Usher, Kriss Kross, Mariah Carey, and Da Brat producer breaks down the MPC 3000 and how it correlates to the new MPC X when it comes to music production and suggests people need to get more education about musical equipment.

Check out Jermaine Dupri’s equipment education video below:

source https://westcoaststyles.com/video/2022/03/jermaine-dupri-gives-an-equipment-education-lesson-using-ushers-nice-slow/

DJ Quik & Suga Free Do A Special L.A. Times Interview / Quik Reveals Name Of Next Album

Yesterday, March 15, the Los Angeles Times rran a big feature on DJ Quik,, who was having a personal party with friends to celebrate the birth-date of his mother Delma Armstrong who passed away in 2016. In the interview, they discuss the making of certain songs in which Suga Free joins in to give extra insight. Quik also reveals the name of his next album which will be called “David vs. Goliath” although he also revealed that he is working production for other artists at the moment. It’s a great interview that gives flowers to one of the greatest producers of our generation.I don’t want to g

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Fredwreck Reveals Snoop Dogg Freestyled His Verse On Nate Dogg’s “Ditty Dum Ditty Doo” & How “Have A Party” Ended Up In 50 Cent & Mobb Deep’s Hands

Grammy Award-winning producer Fredwreck, responsible for numerous classics with and for Dr. Dre, Ice Cube, Snoop Dogg, Eminem, Kurupt, and others, recently posted a couple of behind-the-scenes information regarding two of his productions to his Instagram story, as he reflected on the anniversary of west coast icon Nate Dogg‘s passing.

The Palestinian-American producer first recounted the “Ditty Dum Ditty Doo” track from Nate Dogg’s 2001 album Music & Me. The song featured frequent collaborator Snoop Dogg, along with Tray Deee and Goldie Loc of Tha Eastsidaz. Fredwreck revealed in his post that he and Nate Dogg made the song for Tha Eastsidaz initially, but as Snoop was heading out the door to go on tour he heard the beat and made the tour bus wait because he wanted on the track. According to Fredwreck, Snoop went in and freestyled the verse he laid for it.

The second song Fredwreck gives a little backstory on is “Have A Party” by Mobb Deep featuring 50 Cent & Nate Dogg off the Get Rich or Die Tryin’ soundtrack in 2006. Fredwreck and Nate, who initially had made this track for another artist who turned it down, submitted the track to Paul Rosenberg. The Shady Records co-founder passed it along to 50 Cent. Rosenberg and 50 ended up getting Mobb Deep to record to it and flew Fred out to New York to finish the record and mix it down.

Check out the Instagram story post from Fredwreck about “Ditty Dum Ditty Doo” & “Have A Party” below:

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Long Beach’s AYO TR3 releases fire new song and video with Flight Mob: “Gas”

Long Beach is in the house! AYO TR3 from the LBC dropped off this hit new song and video “Gas” that features veteran West Coast artist Flight Mob. Try to listen to this one with some bass speakers. It has that boom.

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Cypress Hill Talks with Nas and Miss Info On ‘The Bridge’ Podcast

WHO: Grammy Award winning artist Nas and radio personality Minya “Miss Info” Oh sit down with West Coast’s multi platinum Hip Hop group Cypress Hill

WHAT: Mass Appeal/Spotify Original podcast The Bridge: 50 Years of Hip Hop is a talk show that features lively conversations with a plethora of guests ranging from iconic rappers, producers, to today’s popular artists to explore the ways in which hip hop influenced society. Episode description below.

In a very candid conversation, Cypress Hill recalls:

• The making of their hit single, ‘How I Could Just Kill A Man’. (02:30-03:30 )
• Rammellzee becoming an inspiration to their distinct sound. (07:30- 09:00 )
• Where they came from and what it was like coming to NY (14:30-17:00 )
• How the industry  tried to exploit their Latin heritage  (23:00- 25:00 )
• How they got banned from Saturday Night Live. (27:00- 29:30)

WHEN: New episodes released weekly

WHY: The Bridge: 50 Years of Hip Hop is part of one of many digital activations that will be rolled out over the course of the next two years Mass Appeal’s #HipHop50 multi-tiered campaign. The cross-platform initiative will celebrate, acknowledge and honor 50 years of Hip Hop through unscripted series and features, music releases, podcasts, interactive programming and digital shorts by and about some of the foremost names in the genre.

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Baby Stone Gorillas Re-make A Kurupt & DJ Battlecat Classic / Release New Video “What You Supposed To Do”

It’s heating up in California  and what a way to kick kick off Spring with lowrider’s, the Pacific Ocean and a remake of a hip-hop classic from the West Coast.

The Baby Stone Gorillas fresh off the release of their album “BABYST5XNE Gorillas”, now come with their new video “What You Supposed To Do” which borrows from the Kurupt classic “We Can Freak It”. This one is fresh!

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