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Royce Da 5’9” Previews “Street Hop” at DJ Premier’s Studio [Exclusive]
Posted by Colin on 09/18/09
Filed under: News, Exclusives, Listening Session
New York, N.Y. -- We’ve seen artists try to maintain cultural relevancy and struggle against the perpetual motion of music and style. Artists have dominated the airwaves, only to fall by the wayside when their later efforts are either too repetitious or haven’t reached far enough into the future. Artists with the ability to push the limits of their genre …
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DJBooth.net Invited to Preview Kid Cudi Debut, “Man on the Moon: The End of Day”
Posted by Colin on 08/28/09
Filed under: News, Exclusives, Listening Session
New York, NY -- Hip-hop has been undergoing a tectonic shift as of late, and, if there's one artist who epitomizes the direction in which the game is headed, it's Kid CuDi. While there is still a market for hard-nosed gangsterism—which seems to be the immovable rock at rap's center—artists like CuDi are testament to the genre's malleability. Though he …
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Def Jam Hosts “Loso’s Way” Listening Session and Screening [Exclusive Coverage]
Posted by Mikey Fresh on 07/22/09
Filed under: Albums, News, Exclusives, Film, Listening Session
New York, NY -- July 28th, 2009, will mark the beginning of a defining chapter in the career of John Jackson, a.k.a. Fabolous. Over the course of nearly a decade in the game, Fab has amassed money, fame, and Billboard hits, but has yet to truly be recognized as a legend—now, with the release of his fifth studio album, it's …
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Izza Kizza Previews The Wizard Of Iz Mixtape in NYC [Exclusive Coverage]
Posted by Erica L. on 05/04/09
Filed under: News, Exclusives, Listening Session, Concerts
New York, NY – Record execs, industry insiders, bloggers and a horse of a different color gathered at downtown’s upscale Red Bull Space this past Wednesday for Izza Kizza’s mixtape release party. The Wizard of Iz, a compilation of tracks mixed by Nick Catchdubs and featuring collaborations with Lil Wayne, David Banner, and production …
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Fashawn Holds Exclusive Meet and Greet in NYC [Exclusive Coverage]
Posted by Erica L. on 04/06/09
Filed under: News, Exclusives, Listening Session
New York, NY – Whether freestyling or creating singles, Fashawn showcases the out-of-the-box thinking that's already earned him a place in the hearts of hip hop fans across the blogosphere. Last Tuesday, insiders looking to get a glimpse into the Fresno native's unique artistic vision headed out to NYC's Chung King Studios for an …
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Young Capone Previews “Small Things to a Giant” in NYC [Exclusive Coverage]
Posted by Erica L. on 04/05/09
Filed under: News, Exclusives, Listening Session
New York, NY – Atlanta’s Young Capone previewed his latest album, Small Things to a Giant, in New York City’s chic SoHo region, proving that his tumultuous label situation hasn't stopped him from producing quality music. The event was hosted by marketing giant ICED Media and Parish Clothing. With the indie project, Young C seeks to remain …
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Asher Roth Previews “Asleep In The Bread Aisle” [DJBooth Exclusive]
Posted by Mikey Fresh on 03/26/09
Filed under: News, Exclusives, Listening Session
New York, NY -- Ever since Marshall Mathers went into seclusion, it seems like the hip-hop community has been holding its breath for the next 'Great White Hype.' Though there have been plenty of talented Caucasian emcees to come during and after Eminem's reign (Aesop Rock, Bubba Sparxxx, and Vinnie Paz, to …
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Jim Jones Discusses Life, Cam and Jay-Z in ‘This is Jim Jones’ Documentary [Exclusive Coverage]
Posted by Erica L. on 03/20/09
Filed under: News, Exclusives, Listening Session
New York, NY – Diplomats. Casualties of War. Purification. Each of these political terms strikes a chord with Jim Jones, one of hip hop’s heaviest hitters, and are three of ten chapters in the Capo’s new documentary, This is Jim Jones. DJBooth.net was in attendance at a Wednesday afternoon screening of the film, which is produced by …
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Smirnoff Hosts Signature Mix Series Listening Party in NYC [Exclusive Coverage]
Posted by Erica L. on 03/06/09
Filed under: News, Exclusives, Listening Session, Concerts
New York, NY – Velvet ropes, guest lists and plus ones are all expected nuisances at industry events in New York City. Tuesday’s Smirnoff Signature Mix Series listening session, held at Chinatown’s chicly concealed Apotheke Bar was the perfect event to bring out members of New York’s hip-hop media through nearly 11 inches of snow—and it involved none of the …
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Fat Joe Throws J.O.S.E 2 Listening Party [Exclusive Coverage]
Posted by Erica L. on 03/01/09
Filed under: News, Exclusives, Listening Session
New York, NY – It’s fair to say that Fat Joe has been one of the hardest working hip hop artists of the past 10 years, and in the course of last Thursday's Jealous Ones Still Envy 2 listening party, Joe made it clear that he is still a musical force to be reckoned with, and that his relentless grind …
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