Sa Prize, Niggaz! Kendrick Lamar surprised YN by callin’ up the Keep It Thoro show to speak on “The Recipe,” Dr. Dre being influenced by his rhyme style, TDE‘s deal with Interscope, the rise of ScHoolboy Q, Paid Dues, Coachella and his unique sound. West, West, y’all. Peep playlist and whole show here.
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Also dropping a mixtape on Friday, Ace Hood hit YN up to talk Starvation, being underrated and his desire to even express personal tragedy through his music. Peep playlist and whole show here.
After being disconnected while speaking on 2 Chainz absence in the “Party Heart” video, Stalley dialed YN back up to discuss Savage Journey To The American Dream, working with Young Guru and how his Blue Collar Gang movement connected to Ricky Rozay’s MMG. Peep playlist and whole show here.
Mac wasn’t the only one on the check-in, MMG’s wildest boy spoke to YN on his new Bogota Rich mixtape, his “Cartoon and Cereal” guest spot, his unorthodox style and being a founding member of Rick Ross’ rap dynasty. Peep playlist and whole show here.
Mere moments before unleashing his Macadelic mixtape, the man himself hit up YN to chop it up about critics, creative freedom, being labeled a “happy rapper”, and reaction to his successful debut, Blue Slide Park.
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Casey wasn’t the only one checking in during the Rap Radar celebration this past Friday at East Village Radio. Big K.R.I.T. reached out and touched YN to discuss his sold-out show at Highline Ballroom, his new project, 4 Eva N A Day, and his long-awaited Def Jam debut, Live From The Underground. Peep playlist and whole show here.
A day before rockin’ a sold out Roxy headlining show, Casey reached out to YN and Keep It Thoro guest co-host, B.Dot to discuss his concert, his reunion with Earl Sweatshirt and rumors of an impending Roc Nation deal. Swag. Peep playlist and whole show here.
Before moving his bowels, OF’s Hodgy Beats took time out to dial up a Yellow fellow from the East Coast. They discuss his Untitled EP, Earl Sweatshirt’s status and the upcoming OF Tape Vol. 2. Full playlist and show here.
SP The Ghost was YN’s latest guest on his Keep It Thoro show this past Friday night. Tighten up your hoody and peep the convo and highlights below. Break 1: #The1st28 project with Curren$y, keys to longevity, and connecting to the younger generation Break 2: New MCs he respects, Bad Boy days and taking control of his career Break 3: Wu-Block, LOX album and partnership with Kiss and Sheek Full playlist and show here.
During his visit to EVR’s Keep It Thoro show, P took a seat and gave a live performance of his classic hit, uh “Keep It Thoro” featuring YN’s ad-libs. Peep the playlist and the entire show here.
Mr. “Keep It Thoro” himself, dropped by the East Village Studios last night. After an informative interview, P blessed YN with a performance of the song that bears the show’s name. Bang this! Break 1: New mixtape, H.N.I.C. 3, unreleased material and Mobb Deep’s place in rap history Break 2: Everlasting partnership with Havoc, reflections on his autobiography and dealing with notoriety. Break 3: Working with Waka Flocka, being a dirty fighter and live performance. Peep playlist and whole show […]
Last night, Joe Budden stopped by the East Village Studios to speak on YN’s Keep It Thoro show. It was a long candid chat. Pull up a chair and check out the highlights below. Break 1: Longevity, past rap beefs, and freestyle resurgence. Break 2: Eddie Murphy death rumor, Mood Muzik shows, and affinity for long verses. Break 3: Solo career status, insight into Slaughterhouse album and pool parties. Peep playlist and whole show here.
photo: mel d. cole. A$AP Rocky had the best week ever. He performed an impressive homecoming concert and met the rapper he was named after. After a long night of shooting an upcoming video with Schoolboy Q for “Brand New Guy”, the young Harlem dude reached out to the Yellow OG to speak on it all. Look out for the A$AP Mob on Drake’s upcoming Club Paradise tour. Peep whole show at EVR.
Moments before hitting the S.O.B.’s stage this past Monday, Chainz and YN chopped it for a long convo on the Keep It Thoro Radio. The twosome talk about Tity Boy’s rise to the top, ulcers and poppin’ tags on 5th avenue. So true. Peep whole show at EVR.
Mr. Wilson’s final guest Friday was the Yardfather who stopped by the East Village Studios to promote his Warning Shots 3 mixtape. Down bottom, E gets Sai to freestyle over “No Church In The Wild” and “Lord Knows” instrumental loops. Hip-hop is live, y’all. Peep whole show here.
The young rising Chi-City MC also reached out and touched our RR jefe to explain his rise and the concept behind his Driving 88 mixtape. Look out for Rockie. Humble cat. Good rap. Peep whole show here.
Out on the road promoting his recently-released mixtape, I Am Who I Am, and upcoming album, The Day After Tomorrow, Maino reached out to our Yellow friend and discussed the differences between the two projects. Below, a moment of clarity on “I Still Love You” and the Lil Kim-related controversy it caused. Gossip. Gossip. Peep whole show here.
West Coast’s rap new sensation, Schoolboy Q also reached out to our Yellow fellow. The two talk in-depth about Q’s second album, Habits & Contradictions. Don’t have a second thought and cop it here. Peep full show here.
Live from the airport on his way to ATL, Houston’s most rugged reached out to YN to talk about his new mixtape. King Of The Streets is available here. Check out full show here.
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