Nas held his listening session for Life Is Good last night in NYC. From those in attendance, the word is that the album sounds promising. Find out for yourself when it drops July 17th.

You gotta love DMX. Yesterday, Hot 97’s Peter Rosenberg caught up with X following the Rock The Bells press conference. He seemed a bit, uh, spaced out, but he spoke on performing at this year’s concert and dished some advice to Rosenberg. Hilarious. Part two after the jump.

Sin City was the place to be last night as Maybach Music Group held a listening session for Self Made Vol. 2. In attendance were Drake, DJ Khaled, Busta Rhymes, French Montana, Stalley, Meek Mill, Wale, Omarion and, of course—Rick Ross. Here’s a great recap courtesy of Skreech. Rap Radar Films! Sidebar: Self Made Vol.2 Listening Session Official Recap

Um, this is some kaleidoscopic shit. Backed by LRG and directed by Noah Banks, Louie gives viewers a look at the Chi from whole ‘nother POV. fsd

Here’s the second clip of 360’s interview with Allhiphop and below is a synopsis of the sit-down. Download Everywhere And Back here. AllHipHop.com speaks to 360 about the battle between being relevant and oversaturating the market, who he feels would be the “ultimate co-sign,” the process behind his “organic” music, and what he believes sets him apart from other MCs.

As of late, New York City radio wars having been heating up. And at the vanguard is Power 105.1’s A.M. team, The Breakfast Club. In an interview with Al Lindstrom, hosts DJ Envy, Angela Yee and Charlamagne Tha God speak on their rise to number one and competing against Hot 97. Charlamagne’s right, Chick-Fil-A does taste better. Ha!

Bun B and BMX rider Nigel Sylvester were partners in this year’s Gumball 3000 rally. After traveling from New York to Nevada, here’s a recap of their cross country adventure.

Nas was up early this morning with Soledad O’Brien on CNN’s Starting Point. He spoke on his motivation behind the record and using the “dreaded” N-Word. Nigga please. Life Is Good on July 17th.

Kay Slay’s more than just a DJ. Five years ago, he got into publishing and created the men’s magazine, Straight Stuntin. He’s also set to release his graffiti book, The Master Of Dezasters. But despite his brand extension, music is still the cornerstone. And later this year, he plans drop his fourth and final album, Rhyme Or Die. In our last segment, Slay discusses being the Black Hugh Hefner and the state of hip-hop. Rap Radar Interviews Kay Slay Pt.1 | Rap Radar […]

Troy Ave bookends his Bricks In My Backpack series with the third installment. Featuring cameos from Fabolous, Action Bronson, and others. Download after the jump.