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Here’s another exlusive interview. This time it’s with the up and coming left coast rapper Melo Kan.

One of the pioneers for the New West promises to be Melo Kan. Born and raised in Southern California on the streets of Rialto, Compton, and South Central Los Angeles, Melo began his rap grind full force in 2001.

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Download: KiD CuDi – How To Make It In America (Mixtape)

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As many of you know, February 7th was both J DIlla’s birthday and ten years to the day of Big Pun’s passing (and February 6th being Bob Marley’s birthday). With that said, Cookin’ Soul and the dopehouse pay homage to the work of the two legends on this project featuring Big Pun raps over J Dilla instrumentals.

Presented by 2DopeBoyz.

Download: Cookin’ Soul Present Big Pun & J Dilla – Big Dilla (Mixtape)

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Faith Evans has inked a deal with E1 Television and E1 Music to launch a reality show and new album it was announced today (February 8).

The reality show It’s All About Faith will chronicle Evans’ return to the recording industry after a five-year hiatus, in addition to juggling a home life with her husband/manager Todd Russaw and their four children. Read more…

Soul Train inspired many and in honor of the show, Vg1 aired a documentary on the iconic television music program. For years, folks witnessed soul acts and dancers take the Soul Train stage. One of those people, inspired by the show’s greatness was The Roots’ drummer ?uestlove. He recently took part in the documentary but also shared his thoughts on it, speaking with Steven Kurutz. Read more…

Grammy nominated Canadian rapper Drake has announced his first ever North American solo tour with the launch of “The Away From Home Tour.”

Drake will hit the road for 25 dates with fellow Canadian rapper K-Os and New York City based synth-pop band, Francis & The Lights. Read more…

Following the airing of the 2010 Grammy Awards last month, a number of music artists are likely to see an increase in sales and a rise on the Billboard charts.

According to Billboard.com, artists including Lady Gaga, Taylor Swift, Pink, and the Black Eyed Peas are all expected to sell tens of thousands more albums than they sold in previous weeks. Read more…

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Pioneering Hip-Hop group Whodini is in the studio with hopes of releasing new music this summer, according to group member Grand Master Dee.

Whodini, which features original group members Ecstasy, Jalil and Grandmaster Dee, is currently on the “Fresh Fest” tour. Read more…