Ryshon Jones xx Fighting With My Conscious Prod. By Rollin Mills [Audio]

Philadelphia born and bred, Ryshon Jones, is turning out to be one of the hardest working rappers today in the game. He is consistently putting out tracks and all of substance, not just nonsense. Today we are blessed with "Fighting With My Conscious". Thank you Rysh...

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Overdoz & Friends: Rise of The DEST 2 Coming 1.31.12

Overdoz's first show at The Roxy in Los Angeles a few month's ago was a success to say the least. On Tuesday January 31, 2012 the DESTED collective will hit the stage once again with Rise of The Dest 2 and this time expect the unexpected. Special guests include one of my favorite artists, Iman Omari, young up and comer Buddy, Chill Black Guys and more. Guests could include Nipsey Hussle, who is supposed to announce himself signing to MMG this week. Also Overdoz fan, Pharrell Williams, who has been...

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Flatbush Zombies - Thug Waffles [Video]

We have been featuring some great music from Brooklyn, NY artists. I was recently turned on to Flatbush Zombies from a friend and was immediately intrigued. Zombies consists of heavily sedated lyrical geniuses Meech & Juice. They serve up some obscure imagery for the masses with Thug Waffles. Check out the visual bel...

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"Local's Only" - Pasadena, CA. - Deezy / King Shortshitt [Video]

This week we are in Pasadena, CA. City of Roses, where it seems like there is a pretty serious community of artists. The city is known as the homebase of the nations Rose Parade, held every year on New Years Day, but tap into the music and arts scene and you will discover that the city has much more to offer. I am meeting so many talented artists out here, I hope to feature them all, but for now we have an exclusive interview with poet Deezy and rapper King Shortshitt. New talent for the next generation....

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Iman Omari's Video "Worth It" Is Visual Art [Video]

Los Angeles "Vibe Musician" Iman (Emon) Omari released his latest visual tonight. The song Worth It, is one of my personal favorites from his debut album Energy. Out now. The album is beautiful music at it's finest. The visual is simplicity with a trippy filtered twist. Check it out below. Also check out an exclusive INTERVIEW with Iman.Also check out Iman performing live January 31, 2012 at The Roxy in Hollywood, ...

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The Internet Release Fast Lane [Video]

The out of the blues and jazzy duo known as The Internet has released another visual to go with their release of their debut album Purple Naked Ladies. This time it's for the song Fastlane. Video was conceived by Syd Tha Kid and Matt Martin and directed by #nextinshow Director Matt Alonzo. This group is nothing like it's parent group, Odd Future. Maybe some inspiration from the Neptunes. First glance and Syd, you wouldn't expect such a powerful voice. It works out. She also got the cover and featured...

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Tyga ft. Wale x Fabolous x Meek Mill x Young Jeezy x T.I. - Rack City Remix [Audio]

Fresh on deck is the hott remix to Tyga's Rack City. The Remix is back! Clean Version up for now. I don't have to sit here and tell you who's featured on the track, Listen below. Look out for the video soon...

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A Day In The Life Of Music Video Visionary Matt Alonzo

Musical genius for the next generation of Hip Hop visuals, is 27 year old Matt Alonzo. He is a educated director/editor and has numerous videos to prove it. Back during Lil Wayne's Tha Carter 3 sessions, Alonzo released a concert music video of the song Gossip. It almost instantly went viral with 10,000,000 views. Now a days you can find Matt on behind the camera of some of the biggest rap names in the game. Check out the highly inspirational video of a day in the life of Matt Alonzo sponsored by...

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Nixon Nyce x Next In Show [Exclusive]

Nixon Nyce is a rapper hailing from Boston with a positive message in his music. For his most recent single on iTunes No Pain, he is doing something unconventional than most up and coming artists. He is donating all sales to a charity. National MS Society to help find a cure for Multiple Sclerosis, which he discusses in the interview. Last month he showed up on the famous online gossip blog Media Take Out and is now being tested in this industry. Real recognize real. He will prevail. Take a break...

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Jess Akeem x Next In Show

Straight out of FlyBridge New York, Jess Akeem is breaking out of the Bronx and taking over the world. He got some buzz going now with his visual for City of Dreams, but his music will be heard regardless of his buzz. Akeem has a lyrical flow that stays fresh. He is definitely worth a listen. Check out another exclusive interview from Next In Show.FacebookTwitterYouTubeJess Akeem x Next In Show InterviewOther than hip hop and rap, what music do you play in heavy rotation? Im A Fan Of All Music...

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Lana Del Rey * Born To Die * Album Review

Lana Del Rey, formerly known as Lizzy Grant, has redefined herself as well as her music by releasing her debut album Born To Die. Recently on Saturday Night Live, Del Rey appeared on the late night show as the musical  performance. Although I thought her performance was spectacular and actually had substance, critics such as "self-proclaimed hipster" hahah NBC hahah news anchor hahah called it the worst musical guest ever for the show. A little harsh, but all press is good press. Brush that...

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J.C.I.T.Y. Releases 'Those Who R Dead Visual

I received this submission on Tuesday from a rapper named J.C.I.T.Y who rises out of Boston. This is the visual for Those Who R Dead, which is featured on J's latest album Sky Writing. Check it out.Download Sky Writing For F...

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Kid Boogie Drops A Trailer For Second Single *That YSL* Off 'The Nite Still Young' Album [Video]

After much success with his first west coast hit, Cocky, Kid Boogie is back again with the second single 'That YSL' from his upcoming album, The Nite Still Young album releasing next month. Check out the visual below. Produced by The Kid himself. #airplainmode #gkzm #nextins...

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A$AP Rocky Releases Wassup Visual [Video] + Joins Jeremy Scott On Cover Of Complex Feb/Mar

A$AP Rocky is back once again with another dark tale from the MOB. The track Wassup is off the highly acclaimed mixtape LiveLoveA$AP. The crew links up with Vice to release this hot video. The videos and concepts stay the same, but the money has clearly grown.  Also be on the look out for a great edition of Complex Magazine next month. Rocky joins iconic designer Jeremy Scott. throughout last year it seems as if Scott used Rocky as inspiration to design. Regardless the pieces he has...

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Grandmas And Videos. Oh Yeah And Usher. [Video]

was presented with this video of a grandma dancing to Usher's 'You Make Me Wanna'. Now if I had to rate her on a 1-10 scale I would definitely give g-ma the big 8 for effort on this. The other 2 points would be there if she were in costume haha, well there was the tie-dye shirt so hmmm. Ok, I give the video a 10. Grandma kills the dance and it's definitely not just floppy arms, she even has hops as she jumps out the chair. Just watch...

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Etta James Passes Away [Video] [RIP]

Michael Ochs Archives / Redferns/Getty ImagesREST IN PEACEJAMESETTA HAWKINS AKA 'ETTA JAMES'JANUARY 25, 1938 - JANUARY 20, 2012According to E! the late R&B great Etta James born Jamesetta Hawkins has succumb to leukemia in Southern California's Riverside Community Hospital. Diagnosed as terminally ill by a doctor two weeks prior the late James was able to be surrounded by the comfort of husband Artis Mills and sons. The singer most notably known for her hit "At Last"...

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Waka Flocka Ft. Drake - Round Of Applause Visual Coming Soon... [Pictures]

Drake joined Waka Flacka at Cafe-Club Fais Do Do last night in Los Angeles to shoot their visual for the club banger Round Of Applause. The visual is directed by Mr. Boomtown. Check out pictures below courtesy of RapDose.comFollow @ihate_chris!function(d,s,id){var js,fjs=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];if(!d.getElementById(id)){js=d.createElement(s);js.id=id;js.src="//platform.twitter.com/widgets.js";fjs.parentNode.insertBefore(js,fjs);}}(document,"script","twitter-wjs...

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Stop SOPA/PIPA Megaupload Back Online!

The popular uploading site Megaupload.com was shut down for federal officers early Thursday morning. Throughout the day major independent websites such as Wikipedia "went black" for 24hours in support against the bill. SOPA (Stop Online Piracy Act) main focus is making websites like Facebook, Twitter, Reddit, CNET to be liable for everything their users post. A saying that I find fit for this is that, "You can extinguish a fire, but the ashes will still arise. There is no stopping this. I wonder...

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Cocoa Sarai Coming Soon...

More good music coming out of New York. We recently interviewed label mate L. /\. Another artist out of the LJG Group, Cocoa Sarai is making a lot of commotion as unsigned hype these days. I have a feeling she won't be alone for long. Cocoa will release her album The Black And White, which releases next week on January, 26, 2012. For now listen to some sweet cocoa music below. Interview coming soon... #nextinshowRaining In My RoomCamera's...

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Flowjo Stevo - 2 Ears 1 Mouth: The Prequel (EP) Cover + Tracklist

New York based rapper Flowjo Stevo continues his heatwave by releasing the cover art and tracklist to his upcoming EP, 2 Ears 1 Mouth: The Prequel releasing 2.1.12. Look out for the complete project to drop sometime in March. Stevooo! #nextins...

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Next In Show x L. /\. Exclusive Interview *Skype'd*

Brooklyn stand up! Eventhough Cali is basically controlling hip hop at this point, East coast hip hop like New York, is still on the map because of artists like L. /\. @UCanCallMeLA has more creativity in her pinky then most artists in this industry have in their whole career. :) The L.A. Riots project stays in rotation over here at Next In Show. Earlier tonight, L. /\. released a special crew sweatshirt collaboration with Kreemo. EL x A x Gear sweatshirts are released because tonight marks the...

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An Ode To Street Drummers [Videos]

Oh the streets of the world, a wondrous realm of pervert and violent activity. Ridden of needles, prostitutes and hot dog vendors. Oft boasting the craziest drum sets anyone has ever seen. Oh how we love you, our dear streets. Home of the greatest drummers, we've ever seen.Unfortunately there's no time to elaborate on the many aspects of your greatness so I must cease my desire and focus on the one facet all can cope with, the music you provide. You see the streets is also a canvas for many talented...

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Mad Men Season 5 Poster Artwork Released

click to zoomYeahhhh!!! You Mad Men fans better be ready for this season cause thing's are getting pretty saucy. We know the show has won numerous Emmy's and has the plot only a mad man (pun intended) could deny and the promo art for the new season is just as flawless. I see a man falling. Do You? What could this mean? LOT'S OF CRAZY VIOLENT SCENESDon't Miss The MAD MEN Season 5 Premiere - March 25th, 2012 HERE ON AMCFollow @uwantleroyslife[picture via Mad Men AMC Blog]!function(d,s,id){var...

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*New Music* STORI x Crew Love Remix [Must Listen]

This song was submitted to Next In Show the other day and was instantly appreciated. Her name is Stori, she is from New Jersey and after hearing her remix to Drake & The Weeknd's Crew Love you will have a new appreciation for the song. Take a Listen. #nextinshowFollow @ihate_chris!function(d,s,id){var js,fjs=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];if(!d.getElementById(id)){js=d.createElement(s);js.id=id;js.src="//platform.twitter.com/widgets.js";fjs.parentNode.insertBefore(js,fjs);}}(document,"sc...

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OVERDOZ. BLUNN!TV - S2/EP 3 FT. A$AP Rocky

Seems like Vlogs are trending now a days. Cali collective Overdoz releases their newest episode on BLUNN!TV and are in the studio with special guest young rap mogul, A$AP Rocky. Check out the episode below with the crew and A$AP MOB in the studio with THC. #nextins...

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Oscar Campaign Rejects, 9 Posters With An "Unorthodox" Approach

Yes, this rules. The good folks over at the almighty www.nextmovie.com released 9 posters today for Oscar rejects. Now I won't say all the movies are bad but I do feel where they're coming from. Enj...

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