Focus Frame Films catches up with Cortez as he speaks on recent comments made by Tsu Surf & Aye Verb. Don’t forget to catch Cortez vs. Tech 9 at S.O.B’s in NYC Saturday May 4th, 2013 brought to you by SMACK and URLTV.TV. #NOWTHATSHIPHOP Approved!!!

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In part 2 on this exclusive LOUD/Rap Radar interview, Tyler, The Creator speaks on a short segment of writer’s block prior to creating his recent release WOLF.  He also opens up about being young and handling things like mortgage, buying cars, and taking care of his mom and sister.  Check it!

It’s been a minute since Wyclef dropped a full length project.  With a whopping 33 tracks to get his message across, features vary from Waka, T.I., Maino, Trae The Truth, and even Young Jack Thriller!  Download April Showers right here.

Thisis50 & Young Jack Thriller recently spoke with N.O.R.E for an exclusive interview!  In part 1 of our interview, N.O.R.E. explains why he decided to change his name to P.A.P.I. for the moment, he compares it to 50 Cent’s nickname Boo-Boo. He also goes on and remembers Jack Thriller being wasted while interviewing the Wayans Bros because he was drinking with Mint Condition right before. N.O.R.E. starts to understand why Jack got so wasted with Mint Condition by putting his self in a situation, in which N.O.R.E. was hanging out with Bobby Brown, says he would do the same with him. N.O.R.E. won’t go as far as to do a line with Bobby like Jack would though. N.O.R.E. aka P.A.P.I. then reveals an untold story of when he first met Bobby Brown. He also talks about his new album Student of the Game which is in stores right now!

Atlanta’s own Lil Playboii is back with another banger for the girls to buss it to.  No updates on the project this will appear on, but we should be expecting one soon.  Stream this track after the jump.

Well, there you have it, Ray-J‘s controversial track allegedly aimed at Kim Kardashian’s promiscuousness.  Wonder how Yeezy feels about this.  How do you feel about this?

A smooth sampled song that describes the reality of hard times from the two ill Individual members. Stories are traded between the two artists and seems to sink in well with the hook. Real Recognize Real.

Strong message from Wyclef Jean in this one.  April Showers is out sooner that you think!!!

The Chi-town emcee and ILLROOTS collaborate on this one to deliver a foggy visual.  What better rapper to feature on the track than Soul Brother #2 himself Ab-Soul.  Chance’s next project, Acid Rap is out April 30th.