DJ Rasp Performing At IDA World DJ Finals (Video)

During this years IDA World DJ Finals in Poland, in the Show Category, DJ Rasp treated the Krakow audience to another stunning routine. Check the video below and be on the look out for official footage from the competition soon.

Juicy 4th Birthday

Friday the 13th may be unlucky for some but not for the guys at Juicy who will be celebrating their 4th birthday down at Gorilla. After four years of sold out Wednesdays, monthly Friday events, extending their nights to London and Liverpool, hosting some big names in Hip Hop and being part of festivals up and down the country, Juicy goes in to its fourth year busier than ever.

If last year's party was anything to go by, this will be a roadblock!

Get your advance tickets for this as it will likely sell out. Tickets available on Skiddle.

Kobe Bryant Talks With Russ Bengston About The Nike Kobe Elite 9 (Video)

Last night Kobe Bryant made his return to the NBA after a long road to recovery following an injured achilles. Coincidentally, a few days ago, there was the unveiling of his new signature sneaker; the Kobe Elite 9. Russ Bengston of Complex's Quick Strike sat down with Kobe to discuss the new release and his history with the Nike brand.

Watch the short interview below and check an up close look at the shoe with Jacques Slade beneath that.

SZA - Teen Spirit feat. 50 Cent (Video)

TDE's artist SZA drops a video for her single "Teen Spirit" featuring a couple of verses from record label mate 50 Cent.

Stalley - Raise Your Weapons (Video)

Stalley releases a video for his track "Raise Your Weapons" which dropped earlier this year. Make sure you have a copy of his mixtape album "Honest Cowboy" available at Stalley330.com

Skyzoo & Antman Wonder - An Ode To Reasonable Doubt (EP) & "Meeting The Presidents" (Video)

In honour of Jay Z turning 44 a couple of days ago, Brooklyn's Skyzoo has put together a collaboration EP with Philadelphia composer Antman Wonder. The two have created "An Ode To Reasonable Doubt".

"Skyzoo & Antman Wonder present the collabo EP "An Ode To Reasonable Doubt". Released via First Generation Rich Inc., in conjunction with Loyalty Digital Corp. In light of Jay-Z's 44th birthday, we present the orchestral remake of Jay's finest moment. The 9 song EP shows Philly composer Antman Wonder recreating the original beats with live string sections, horns, etc, while lyrically its written from the perspective of Sky placing himself in the emotions that Jay displayed on the original, but from his point of view, as opposed to reinterpreting Jay's life. Covert art by MB Bowens and Courtney Jefferson."

Check below for the Bandcamp stream/download options and also watch the video for "Meeting The Presidents".

Marco Polo - R U Gonna Eat That? feat. The Doppelgangaz (Video)

Despite having a roster of legends on his latest album, Marco Polo decided to give his next video to the track "R U Gonna Eat That?" featuring The Doppelgangaz. Dopp x Marco = dope.

J-Zone on Rhythm Roulette (Video)

Now here's an episode of "Rhythm Roulette" I was hoping was on the way. This installment sees Captain Back$lap aka Swagmaster Bacon aka J-Zone working his magic on some random records. Take a look at what he comes up with.

  

Jay Z Birthday Videos

Jay Z turns 44 years old today so just thought I'd post some of his classic videos that don't get the shine that they deserve. I took a couple of tracks from his underrated album "In My Lifetime Vol.1". Give that another listen.

A$AP Mob - Trillmatic feat. A$AP Nast and Method Man (Video)

The A$AP Mob certainly have their moments and this is one of them. While Rocky and Ferg have both enjoyed solo success and recognition, it's the turn of A$AP Nast to get a little shine. He steps out on the track "Trillmatic" which is from the collective's upcoming, as yet, untitled album.

This video took me back to the Yo! MTV Rap days and having Method Man adding a verse made it seem even more official. Looking forward to hearing more from the Mob.

Q-Tip Interview with Elliott Wilson (Video)

Q-Tip grants a rare interview with Rap Radar's Elliott Wilson for the Life+Times YouTube channel. It's always good to hear from The Abstract when we get the chance.

Smif N Wessun - Born And Raised feat. Junior Kelly (Video)

Smif N Wessun give us the visuals to the title track from their new EP "Born And Raised". This features the vocals of Junior Kelly and production from Beatnick & K-Salaam.

And a big shout out to More Bounce for bringing the duo to Manchester last month!

The EP is available on iTunes or physical copies can be copped via Duck Down Records.

Adult Rappers: Opening Titles, Interview Clips and More (Video)

To reassure the many fans waiting for the release of the documentary "Adult Rappers", the director and creator Paul Iannacchino Jr released the opening titles of the film. Not giving much away other than a list of people to expect appearances by, the opening credits serve as sign that the film is well on its way.

Take a look at the clip below and be sure to follow Paul on Twitter @pawlmadethis
I've also included some clips and teaser interviews with Breeze Brewin, Homeboy Sandman, Soul Khan, Donwill and even J-Zone's father, to whet your appetite.

Magnum Opus: The Making of Busta Rhymes' "Put Your Hands Where My Eyes Could See" (Video)

Busta Rhymes' hit making ability is undeniable. He's been doing it for twenty years now. From his early days with Leaders Of The New School and solo debut with "Woo Hah! Got You All In Check" to his recent hit "Thank You" alongside Q-Tip, Bus a Bus has classics.

The one that sent him astronomically is the classic cut "Put Your Hands Where My Eyes Could See". And who could forget the amazing Coming To America themed video? Complex's latest installment of Magnum Opus explores the making of this groundbreaking record with input from the song's producer Shamello, along with other comments from Talib Kweli, Jarobi, Elektra Records A&R Dante Ross and a host of others.

Watch the short feature on it below. Also, check the classic video too.

Follow Friday - The Doppelgangaz & Timeless Truth

Instead of spending money I shouldn't be on Black Friday (I just did), I thought a "Follow Friday" segment was in order. The groups that I've decided to feature are two that I've been following for a few years now. Both make back to basics Hip Hop and is exactly what people are crying out for these days. Or so they say...

I won't give you bios for them. You can discover that yourself. All I'm doing is shedding some light and hopefully putting some great music your way. To those already listening, kudos. To those this is new to, hope you enjoy as much as I do. Check out The Doppelgangaz and Timeless Truth.

Find The Doppelgangaz @thedoppelgangaz and Doppelgangaz.com

Find Timeless Truth @timelesstruth and here.