MGK explained that he couldn’t relate to Diddy’s lifestyle which he says rarely includes social activities. “I’d have Diddy in a mosh pit man. I’d have Diddy come kick it at our house. With none of his people. None of his people, just him. Just come kick it at the crib and make him feel like a normal person again. You know what I’m saying? That mothafucka is not normal. You kicking it around him is like—his whole life is like it’s crazy to look at it. Cause I make sure I keep my normality all the time,” MGK told Jenesis Magazine.

MGK added that Diddy is instead completely dedicated to keeping things strictly business at all times. “That mothafucka is like a walking corporation. It’s nuts. I know you can’t enjoy that,” said MGK.

MGK explained that while he can’t relate to Diddy’s lifestyle, he respect Combs’ dedication. “Real talk, he earned his stripes. That’s why he got where he’s at. I can’t even say that…That mothafucka put in a lot of work with Andre Harrell. All that shit before he had his label,” said MGK.

The LP marks the groups 20^th anniversary and follows the crews ‘The Dirty Slums’ mixtape series. Slum Village has already announced some of the features for the project which will include Blu, Havoc, Raheem Devaughn, Jazzy Jeff, Rapper Big Pooh, Focus and more.

Fans can pledge $10 through Pledge Music which will get them an opportunity to download the album before it hits retail and the crew plans to donate a percentage of what they raise once they meet their goal.

Slum Village is also out on tour in support of the project and they’ve still have a number of European dates as well as several stops in Florida before the close out the concert series on July 26th.

Bizzy Bone explained that the group has always remained loyal to Eazy-E but thinks the rapper’s death from AIDs made some fans turn away. “Some people seem like they are afraid to commemorate him due to how he died. But Bone never once has — nor will stop — commemorating him,” Bizzy Bone told TMZ.

Krayzie Bone compared Eazy-E’s legacy to the Tupac and The Notoroius B.I.G. pointing out their deaths impacted their legacies. “They died being known as gangsta heroes. Eazy died from a disease … so many look at that differently,” added Krayzie.

Layzie Bone added that as far as he’s concerned no one has topped Eazy-E’s contribution to the game and the group plans to celebrate Eazy’s success. “The success Eazy left to the rap game is enormous and can’t be topped by anyone. We are going to make sure we have the stage full of Eazy love,” said Layzie Bone.

Dre recently launched the USC Jimmy Iovine and Andre Young Academy for Arts, Technology and the Business of Innovation and says he’s freed up some of his time.”I’m more inspired to go back into the studio now. Beats is rolling, this [USC] thing is happening, and it’s incredible. Now I’m ready to go back to my first love,” Dre told LA Weekly.

Dre explained that he’s looking to immediately return to the studio adding that he doesn’t plan to retire as a producer anytime soon. “I’m going back to the studio. Not for any specific reason, but just to record because I love to record music. I’m going back in and hopefully the next Kendrick Lamar or the next Eminem walks in the door and I can work with that artist. I’m going to record forever,” said Dre.

Dre also spoke about the upcoming NWA film which he says has been picked up by Universal. “We just got the green light from Universal. I was just with Cube and F. Gary Gray yesterday writing the script, so it looks like it’s really happening. Gary is directing the movie. It’s going to be a true story. It’s going to be based on all the true events that happened,” said Dre.

Kendrick pointed out that the only reason Hov had to appear on his album was respect. “Jay-Z don’t have to [be on] nobody’s track, so for him to actually hop on a record of mine just shows the level of respect he has for me as an artist. And as a true artist, that’s what you want. You have all the money in the world and the awards, and accolades and stuff, you always want that respect. For him to do that, it’s just one of them things. I felt like, ‘OK, I finally accomplished what I sought out to do the moment I turned 13, and that’s be respected by people I respect,’” Kendrick told Get Schooled.

Kendrick added that the appearance put him under pressure to live up to the opportunity. “I felt like I had to try to at least come some type of correct because that was my moment. All them years of rapping and writing raps didn’t mean nothing if I couldn’t live up to that moment,” said Kendrick.

Kendrick also named some of the artists that he’d like to link up with in the future. “An artist that I want to work with now, I would say it’s Erykah Badu.  Sade. I haven’t got a record with Snoop yet. That’s kind of crazy. I really want to lock in with Snoop,” said Kendrick.

Birdman explained that the app is designed to help users save time. “As the owner of multiple global businesses, my time is valuable. Over the years I have witnessed the growing demand for technology products and realized that an app that allows you to save time while typing was needed. Time is money and with Shorty Cuts by Birdman, you will be platinum!”

In addition to allowing users to program shortcuts and entirely construct their own keyboard, the app also allows messages to be sent to Facebook, Twitter or text message simultaneously through a free email system.

According to the app’s iTunes page, users can delete messages they’ve already sent from their own phone as well as the phone of the recipient, which is apparently a first for mobile applications.

Frank Ocean will open OVO Fest with a performance on August 4^th along with singer-songwriter James Blake, who pulled in RZA on his second studio album ‘Overgrown.’

Drake will headline the festival on August 5^th and he will be bringing along a number of ‘special guests’ according to the poster for the event, although the Canadian rapper is keeping his co-performs a secret for the time being.

Tickets for OVO Fest will go on sale through Live Nation on May 24^th and two-day festival packages will be available.

El-P revealed the artists who helped out with the project via Twitter adding that Little Shalimar and Wilder Zoby handled some of the record’s production. “RUN THE JEWELS IS FINISHED. produced by me. co production from @littleshalimar and @wilderzoby. feat. @BigBoi and @DJPrincePaul. June,” wrote El-P.

El-P added that the record will feature instrumentals by Smoota and Matt Sweeney as well as artwork from Nick Gazin. “#RUNTHEJEWELS also features: horns by @SmootaWantsYou, guitar by @theheavyjamz and artwork by @NicholasGazin. no prisoners taken,” wrote El-P.

The record is currently planned for a June release, although neither El-P nor Killer Mike have set a specific date for the record.

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Weisberg explained that his relationship with Wu-Tang Clan and Bone Thugs-N-Harmony motivated him to pursue virtual recreations of ODB and Eazy-E. “I’ve worked with Wu-Tang Clan the last 10 years; I’m part of the team and they treat me like a partner. ODB’s last performance was our first festival. Since the Tupac phenomenon intrigued RZA and the rest of the members, they entrusted me and ODB was the number one opportunity because of that relationship.  Last year, Bone Thugs entrusted Guerilla Union with all five members reuniting. Through that process, I became so close with them, that the conversation,” Weisberg told Fuse.

Weisberg added that Bone Thugs‘ connection with legendary artists such as Eazy-E, Tupac, Big Pun and The Notorious B.I.G. could seed other performances. “Bone Thugs-N-Harmony is the only group to have recorded music with Eazy-E, Tupac, Biggie and Big Pun. So, they’re a natural amazing well if you’re thinking about producing something like what we saw at Coachella,” said Weisberg.

While Weisberg didn’t clarify if additional holographic performances could appear at Rock the Bells this year, he was clear that he’ll pursue the technology in the future. “It’s our hope that the work that we do with the festival continues after the festival as long as the opportunity is special and unique. I‘m working with the James Brown estate. I’m working with TLC. I’ve never seen Bob Marley, Duke Ellington or Marvin Gaye perform. It’s a supply and demand world. Sky’s the limit,” said Weisberg.

Young Jeezy explained he’s reasons for inking the group in a clip announcing the deal. “I saw Detroit, I saw some kids that did all the work. They did all the work and I just wanted to show the world what they were working on. Detroit bred some great hustlers, some great talent from Eminem to Big Sean, but now it’s time for the ghetto superstars,” Jeezy explained in the clip.

Jeezy added that he’s looking to push out material from the group over the summer. “I want to congratulate them and welcome them to the CTE family. We about to take this over, we’re about to run the summer. They got a real major record label, a record deal. You gotta commend them for that,” said Jeezy.

Rumors circulated last year that Doughboyz Cashout could end up on T.I.’s Grand Hustle after the crew appeared in the official video of Tip’s ‘Hot Wheels’ which featured Travis Porter and Young Dro.