shot: the dark nyte | canon eos 60d Prior to XXL’s Freshman Live Concert two nights ago, we caught up with Macklemore and Ryan Lewis. The Seattle natives spoke on life after the Bowery Ballroom, their excellent stage show, hip-hop scene in The Emerald City, and remaining independent as fuck. Photos after the jump.

After a few flicks from last night’s shoot, DJ Drama now shares footage of the ATLiens shooting the video. Quality Street Music will be up in this bitch soon.

Adult Swim continued Odd Future’s comedy-sketch series with the third episode this week. Still wild and wacky pranks from the collective. Full warning: Pause at 5:11 mark. Previously: Ep. 1 l Ep. 2

David Banner keeps on rolling out the new music, and today he gives us a new theme song for Cali featuring some of California’s finest. It’s all about the Sex, Drugs & Video Games on May 22nd. vibe

For the supporting video, Meek Mill paints the town red for his recent stroll over Drake’s “The Ride”. Directed by Jon J. Dreamchasers 2 arrives April 24 and will include an all-star “House Party” remix. xxl

The folks from The Morning Freak Show at Pittsburgh’s 96.1 KISS have revealed the release date of Wiz’s sophomore album, O.N.I.F.C. which will arrive August 28. Its first single, produced by Stargate and Blanco titled “Work Hard” will premiere Monday April 23. fsmikey

With an exception of a few appearances here and there, Scarface held his first show since his release at the Harold Washington Cultural Center over the weekend. Back like he never left. fsd

[vodpod id=ExternalVideo.1016703&w=540&h=350&fv=] During last night’s airing of the Tonight Show With Jay Leno, The Street Fighting Man lead singer assisted Lupe on “Break The Chain” and Tinie’s “Written In The Stars”. The rappers then returned the favor for the Alternative Rock songwriter’s very own, “Angels & Stars”. yardie

G.O.O.D. Music has just extended its family with the addition of Q-Tip. His next album The Last Zulu will be his first release and is expected to arrive early next year. Tip says: “I’m excited to be a part of the great iconic Def Jam label,” said Q-Tip. “I’m humbled to be a part of such a storied history.  To reconnect with Barry Weiss is a great thing. As far as G.O.O.D. Music, I’m excited to solidify my working relationship with […]

While getting a new tattoo in Brooklyn, Waka Flocka participates in Pitchfork‘s “Selector” freestyle series by busting off his raps to Lunice’s “The Good Kids” and Rustie’s “City Star”.