In a three part series, DJ Quik speaks to Hardknock TV on the state of the game. Relax and take notes, whippersnappers.

On working with artists

“Some of them I work with. Some of them they dont have it. You got to tell the truth.”

Gangsta Rap

“The gangbanging thing is trite. It’s done. It’s brunt. Gangsta Rap was like New Jack Swing, it ran its course, fuck it leave it alone. Do some other shit.”

Dr. Dre’s Detox

“All the anticipation is driving everybody crazy. And I heard some of it. It’s hot record. But it’s like you know, is he going to put it out or not?”

After the jump, check out parts two and three.