Because we need people like Hell Rell. Powered by Dipset exec Duke Da God, Ruger’s bringing back black mask music and I’ll give it a chance in the whip based off the few tracks previously released. Read the rest of this entry »
Is it possible to release an interview mixtape? Because if it is, Hell Rell needs to be the first to do so. Never one to not speak his mind in front of a camera, music remains his number one priority and means of keeping food on the table and kush to smoke. I have no qualms saying that I’m still in the dark in regards to this Dipset reunion. Is everyone back together or Read the rest of this entry »
We do not condone random acts of violence and illegal activities. However, that’s not the case for Freekey and his tune, “If He’s A Killer.” For the occasion, he assemblies with members of the Dips b-team: Hell Rell, new pal Sen City and any absent but still listed JR Writer. Truly, it’s all irrelevant because you know who steals the show? Ruger, you already know. Read the rest of this entry »
Rooting for the underdog is an American pastime, inherent to who we are as a people. It’s the reason why I give praise to artists like Yayo and Rell. Both of them started out as foregone members of their respective crews, yet they’re the only ones who remain and, while dated, sound reminiscent of why we f#cked with those bands of rappers in the first place. On “It Ain’t Me,” retrograde ignorance ensues and Ruger sounds like a throwback to early era Dips, referencing cooking dope, expensive watches, exchanges with fiends and reciting elementary limericks like “You know Ruger stay cooler than your AC.” Refreshing in its simplicity, the song and vid are enough to make me want to dig up my old Sixers pinwheel and rock it with respect.
While the rest of the have been sporadic, Ruger Rell’s been the most consistent of the once strong Dips and for that he should receive a “Standing Ovation.” A little bit more of that street savvy music from Rell’s You Need People Like Me. Read the rest of this entry »
“Man I ain’t leavin’ this town, let’s relax and chill, Man I ain’t leaving this town with less than a half a mil, I finish the work, shoot back to the city, See the jeweler, buy the f#ckin’ same chain as Diddy.”
With all the high profile records surfacinglately, only one thing in the world would force them to take a back seat. You guessed it – a Hell Rell interview. How this man doesn’t lock down more of these is baffling. It’s one quote after another, after another, after another. Almost as if he thinks of this stuff before hand. Since we’re on the topic, however, let’s cut all the nonsense right now. Ruger is one of the greatest Hip-Hop interviewers of all time. There, I said it.
Recently, Dee Vazquez caught up with the Top Gunna frontman. He wasn’t “Coogi down to the socks,” but the information he provided, well, let’s just say it was nothing short of legendary. As I always like to do, here are three gems I pulled away. And there are way more than three, so consider this a preview.
1. Breakfast of champions – Hell Rell, who I do believe would shoot me if he ever deemed necessary, doesn’t exactly have the most “gangsta’s breakfast” in the world. What’s a “gangsta’s breakfast,” you ask? A combination of the biggest bowl in the kitchen, an entire box of (insert favorite cereal here), the big spoon you used to stir kool-aid with and some type of juice – right out the carton. Cups are for suckers. Rell, on the other hand, starts his day off with English toast muffins and hot tea. Oh yeah, kush, too.
2. “Sword? That’s homo.” – Not really sure where the question came from, but the response is classic.
3. A good night’s sleep – Contrary to popular belief, gangstas do not sleep standing up. They sleep with a gun under the pillow, kush on the nightstand and while viewing the finest adult entertainment has to offer. No, really, they do.
I’m being brutally honest when I say this. Someone needs release a DVD detailing the best interviews from this guy. Quick, fast and in a hurry. Hip-Hop will never die as long as Rell is here to talk about it.
For those who want it. I’ll wait on someone else to take the plunge and then tell me the tracks worth listening to. I’ll pluck based off those recommendations. As far as Dipset flankers (present & former) go, I’ll save my space for Vado’s Slime Flu. Read the rest of this entry »
On everything, there aren’t many uploads better in Hip-Hop than a Hell Rell interview. And I mean that in all seriousness. While 2005-2006 may have been the highlight of his musical career, it must be said that if he could create even a hint of commercial success, he’d be a talk host’s dream. Imagine Ruger on Jimmy Kimmel indulging about all things hood, ghetto and fresh. Until this is achieved, I’ll take the occasional video and a countless quotables which come with it. Duke Da God caught up with Rell in the streets (literally) where they chop it up on a variety of subjects including Cam’ron, Kanye, porn, Alicia Keys and Ma$e.
But really, it’s the quotables we came here for. Like last time, consider this a preview:
1. “If you ain’t doin’ what I’m doing, you wack, nigga. If you ain’t out here smokin’ blunts and wearing muthafuckin’ $500 belts and $500 hats, you wack. (pause) 300.” — Who said there’s no money in the rap game?
2. “Kanye need to send me some beats man. For real, man. I need something from Kanye man, I ain’t gon’ front. He don’t fuck with hood niggas. Nah mean? He need to give me some of that shit. KiD CuDi ain’t really doing it right. Nah mean? I’ll swag that shit out.” — ‘Swag’ ain’t dead until Ruger says so. I bet CuDi won’t swing on Rell though.
3. “I’d rather the ass over the face. That’s how my nigga Killa do it. He don’t care if a bitch got a eye in the middle of her head, as long as she got a phat ass.” — Proof that even King Jaffe Joe himself has a skeleton (or two) in the closet.
Again, if this guy ever managed to establish any hint of a mainstream buzz, he definitely wouldn’t have a problem landing an interview. Makes me wonder why there hasn’t to be a Hell Rell/Ron Artest clip yet though.
Too often do we sift through the predictable media cycle of artists yelling how “crazy” their album is or even fixing their lying ass mouths to utter the other “C” word — classic. How about these C’s: cut the crap. Each year, the allure of the album continues to decrease thanks in part to overhyped, superfluous projects that only possess a handful of good songs. Not to mention the legion of stans that will stick by anything short of a satanic message their favorite artist puts out. Not I. Air ‘em out like spring laundry. Read the rest of this entry »
Before you say anything, I already know this footage has been out for two weeks. That still doesn’t make it any less comical. Read the rest of this entry »
There are certain words within each profession which are reserved for a select few who have toiled to reach a higher plateau. Within the world of music, terms like classic and legendary are bestowed upon those who have created acclaimed works and/or proven themselves to be head and shoulders above their peers. Being involved in such a fickle industry, where people constantly come and go, a long and consistent career can lead to an individual gaining a hyperbolic perception of self. With fifteen years in and the completion of his 8th studio album, Legendary, AZ certainly feels he’s entitled to such a lofty title. But is he really a legendary figure within the realm of Hip-Hop or is he just a legend in his own mind. Read the rest of this entry »
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