Bootleg Kev is set to release his first mixtape, Empire Business this Sunday. But before giving up the goods, here’s his first offering. Says Kevin: This first leak comes from Inland Empire’s own Audio Push. This is a group who I have been supporting for a long time now. They are finally growing into their own as artists and the world is noticing! They are a part of Hit-Boy’s HS87 collective and are truly a talented and dope duo of […]
Layzie, Krayzie, Wish, Bizzy, and Flesh all stopped by to chop it up with Bootleg Kev. During the 20 minute interview, they discussed their longevity, reuniting, Cleveland’s rising stars, musical influence, signature sound and more.
King Los’ freestyle challenge series continues strong. From Steve Nash to the World Series, the Bad Boy spitta uses random topics thrown out by Bootleg Kev for his latest run.
While out in Arizona, K-Dot spoke with Bootleg Kev. He says “Compton” was the first recording he did with Dr. Dre, explains why we have yet to see a video for “The Recipe”, his BET Hip-Hop Awards cypher and more.
Over G.O.O.D. Music’s “Clique”, MMG’s newest addition goes off the top during his visit on the Bootleg Kev show. No cursing. No writing. No problem.
At the VMAs, Big Sean tells Bootleg Kev he’s eyeing a 4th quarter release for his sophomore LP and its single to drop in a few weeks. He also mentions a Nas collabo produced by No I.D. that will make the cut. hhnm
While out in L.A. for his first VMAs, A$AP tells Bootleg Kev that he isn’t pleased with the outcome of A$AP Mob’s mixtape. He also spoke on working with Rihanna and more. Sidebar: A$AP x Alexander Wang Ad
Stevie J exercised his pimp hand on Bootleg Kev’s show on Power 98.3 in
B.o.B. pulls up a seat with Kev and says prior
Since it is 2 Chainz day, Bootleg Kev goes ahead and releases his interview with the man himself. They cover a number of topics including how much he will be featured on Cruel Summer, touring around the country, his growth as an MC and much more. Based on A T.R.U. Story, in stores now.
Great breakdown of Statik Selektah’s *Round Trip*! Honestly, this 2023 Mass Appeal release is pure boom-bap bliss from start to finish. Statik really outdid himself with those smooth, jazzy sample flips and turntable scratches, creating the exact kind of laid-back, golden-era hip-hop vibe you want playing in the background while relaxing at Denmark holiday cottages over a quiet weekend. The guest list alone is stacked—having legends like Posdnous kicking things off on the opener "Round Trip (For Dave)" alongside heavy hitters like Method Man, Raekwon, Ghostface Killah, and Inspectah Deck on "Unpredictable" makes every track feel like a proper event. Even the newer-school features like Benny the Butcher, Conway the Machine, and Joey Bada$$ fit effortlessly over the dusty, soulful production without a single wasted verse. Definitely one of his most cohesive projects in years and an easy front-to-back spin for anyone who appreciates real hip-hop craftsmanship.