[vodpod id=Video.5779293&w=540&h=350&fv=] Before Killa heads out to SXSW, he throws us the video for his rendition of one of the hottest records in the Lone Star State. Grap a cup and get you some of that Candy Paint & Texas Plate.

Since this isn’t found on Doggumentary‘s tracklist, the origin of this smooth groove is unknown. This may be something not chosen for the final cut. Album in stores March 29. x

[vodpod id=Video.5778295&w=540&h=350&fv=videoId%3D829916431001%26amp%3BlinkBaseURL%3Dhttp%253A%252F%252Fwww.xxlmag.com%252Fvideo%252F2011%252F03%252Fxxls-2011-freshman-class-cypher-part-2-of-3%252F%26amp%3BplayerID%3D735056479001%26amp%3BplayerKey%3DAQ%7E%7E%2CAAAAj36EHhk%7E%2C2pR1tWM5uVhnbSj–UUJCXbI03wJZIun%26amp%3Bdomain%3Dembed%26amp%3BdynamicStreaming%3Dtrue] With DJ Kast One on the 1s and 2s, Yelawolf, Kendrick Lamar, Lil B and CyHi Da Prynce are up next for the second part of XXL Freshman cypher. Silence please. Previously: Part 1

As we continue to mourn the loss of Nate Dogg, the G-Funk crooner’s lawyer, Mark Geragos has just released a statement to TMZ on behalf of himself and Nate’s family: “We appreciate the enormous outpouring of response from all over the world. We greatly appreciate that and thank everyone for their prayers and support. “We know that Nate will be hanging out with his good friends 2Pac and Biggie.” Moments ago, Eminem sent us his statement: “Nate’s voice in music will never be replaced. […]

Aside from this, it’s been a minute since we’ve heard a freebie from Wale. Well today Mr. Folarin jumps back on to the scene with something that’ll leave you totally krossed out. Ha!

[vodpod id=Video.5777385&w=540&h=350&fv=] Along with a few of his pals, E-40 keeps his dough—and promo, in order with his latest vid. No time for slackin’. Revenue Retrievin’ Overtime Shift begins March 29th.

[vodpod id=Video.5777003&w=540&h=350&fv=videoId%3D828520749001%26amp%3BlinkBaseURL%3Dhttp%253A%252F%252Fwww.xxlmag.com%252Fvideo%252F2011%252F03%252Fbig-k-r-i-t-s-2011-freshman-class-freestyle%252F%26amp%3BplayerID%3D735056479001%26amp%3BplayerKey%3DAQ%7E%7E%2CAAAAj36EHhk%7E%2C2pR1tWM5uVhnbSj–UUJCXbI03wJZIun%26amp%3Bdomain%3Dembed%26amp%3BdynamicStreaming%3Dtrue] Last but certainly not least, Big K.R.I.T. closes out XXL Freshman of the day series. Below, the Mississippi MC speaks on meeting the rest of his class. It was definitely overwhelming, because—one, with the whole [wearing] make-up thing, it’s not really something I’m into. I don’t think I need that. [Laughs]. That was a little weird. And, just the whole preparation. Doing the round table, the rappers discussing their thoughts and opinions, the cypher and stuff like that, […]

[vodpod id=Video.5776980&w=540&h=350&fv=] We’re just less than a week before the release of Pusha T’s mixtape and to keep things sizzling, Pushaton hits the streets and whips up a clip. Fear Of God drops March 21. Sidebar: Pusha T’s “Fear Of God” Artwork

Lupe’s first week numbers are in and as predicted, Lasers beamed its way to the top after moving approximately 204k units since its release March 8th. This marks the rapper’s first album to debut at number one.

[vodpod id=Video.5772586&w=540&h=350&fv=] We’re flying the friendly skies with Jomo and Sen City for their latest video. Prepare for take off. Capo lands in stores on April 5th. Sidebar: Jimmy & Ashanti In The Lizzabb