Sylvia Rhone’s Vested In Culture signee sits down with Life+Times and explains the meaning behind his track, “Whip It”. The track can be heard on his recent release, Life Changes.

Konichiwa, vinyl collectors! From some rare Slum Village to James Brown and Prince, the Beat Junkie DJ shares his most memorable records for FUSE’s “Crate Diggers”. Nice Green Lantern figure.

Here’s some new audio from Cory Gunz which is featured on Flat Fitty and DJ Whoo Kid’s Just Better mixtape. Any word on that That’s WTF I’m Talkin About mixtape? No? ymhq

Although we’re only a lil over a month into 2013, there’s been enough music to last us all year. And for this episode of The Truth, Elliott selects his five favorite tracks so far. This one is sure to ruffle some feathers.

Move over Mufasa. While watching the throne, Snoop Lion spreads peace, love and nappiness in his new video. Directed by Andy Capper. Reincarnated premieres March 15. Bow down.

When it comes to business, Swizz is a monster. Yesterday, the mogul announced he will be partnering with Monster Cable Inc. as an investor and board member. Says chief executive, Noel Lee: “Swizz will advise us on our creative direction, product design and our marketing. We’ll be looking to him to tell us what’s next. He’s the real deal. He doesn’t get involved in something unless he believes in it.” Swizzy adds: “I analyzed and studied the company for a couple of years. […]

All White Everything.

Joey BadA$$, DZA and K.R.I.T. take to the subways of New York City in their new video. The title track is lifted from Ecko Unlimited’s upcoming tape, Underground Airplay. mtvbuzzworthy

On site at the burial ground, Kingpen Slim and Styles P bury their competition in their new video. Off of King’s Triple Beam Dreams, which can be downloaded here.

The Yardfather has another great story that’s never been told. So for this week, he brought it over to 106 for their weekly freestyle session. TGSNT 2 is available now.