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SIR JINX (PART 2) (May 2008) | Interview By: Chad Kiser

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Dubcnn recently sat down with San Diego artist Network for an exclusive interview. In this feature, Network tells us all about how he first got started in the music industry. He tells us about the game he's learned from E-40, Knoc-Turn'al, and others over the years by observing their moves first-hand.

We also get into to detail about Network's new single "U 4 Me," which will be heating up the radio this summer, as well as his latest mixtape "Gritz & Eggz" with DJ D-Rock & DJ 2Rille.


Network also tells us about his company Earthquake Productions, and he explains how he got into the concert promoting business as well. Read on to find out about all of these topics and much more.


Exclusive Interview With Network [May 2008

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Exclusive Interview With Erotic D + Audio! - June 18, 2008 By : Chad Kiser

Dubcnn recently sat down with legendary producer Erotic D, who has worked many of the iconic figures in hip-hop history including, but not limited to, Dr. Dre, D.O.C., MC Breed, Eazy-E, Suge Knight, Snoop Dogg and others. You’ve heard his production on D.O.C.’s underground cult classic Helter Skelter, as well as his 2003 release Deuce, and on MC Breed’s Flatline album. Well, these are just a few of the records he’s had production and input on, as you will soon discover throughout this interview that Erotic D has been always heard, but seldom seen.


During Part 1 of this exclusive interview, Erotic D chronicles with us his journey from starting out as a party DJ in the early ‘80’s to connecting with D.O.C., working with Dr. Dre and being involved with NWA from the beginning, as well as giving us a detailed, first-hand account of the Death Row Records formation.

Erotic D(June 2008) | Interview By: Chad Kiser

In addition to the interview, we've got exclusive new music for everyone from Erotic D. The track is called Black With No Money, and it’s off the upcoming Black Bruce Willis album. Produced by Erotic D, it’s a definte banger! Check out the song here:

http://www.dubcnm.com/audio/2008/june/e ... ey-(dubcnn).mp3

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Schon witzig...fand Erotic D damals sehr dope,
aber trotzdem dachte ich mir wie hart kann man eigentlich Dre biten?

Die Produktionen, seine Stimmlage, der Flow...

Und jetzt kommt raus das die wirklich zu NWA & Deathrow-Zeiten
zusammengearbeitet haben...hört sich zwar alles ziemlich wichtigtuerisch
an was er da von sich gibt, aber wird schon einiges an Wahrheit im Interview stecken.

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Damn it feels good to be independent! Not only is it Independence Day for America, but you could also use the opportunity to drop your album that same day as a symbolic reflection. In this case, today marks the release of Young Maylay's anticipated new street album "The Real Coast Guard". Unlike most projects which drop on Tuesdays, Maylay went and got his own street date to release his sophomore project.

It's already been over 3 years since Maylay entered the game with his critically acclaimed "GTA: San Andreas" mixtape. Back then, we put the spotlight on him and announced him as an artist with a lot of potential. With the release of this new project, we can definitely say that he made that transition from being an underground rapper to an important part of the new generation in West Coast Rap. And you know you can't go wrong when you have two West Coast vets like DJ Crazy Toones and WC present the project, which, by the way, is also backed by Dubcnn a 100%.

So it's only right that we chopped it up with Maylay and dicussed "The Real Coast Guard" in this indepth interview. We get into the name changes of the mixtape, comparisons to his previous project, quality control, being inspired and guided by Crazy Toones and Dub C on the project, the West Coast state as well as the ongoing new artists vs. old artists talk, future plans and much

YOUNG MAYLAY (June 2008) | Interview By: Lil Jay


"The Real Coast Guard" can now be ordered from Maylay's MySpace page. It comes with features from Toones, Dub C, King T, Jelly Roll, Bad Lucc, Traci Nelson, and of course Maylay himself bringing that realness straight from the streets.

Tracklist & audio preview:

1. Intro
2. Necklace Jumpin (West Or Nothin)
3. Turn Around Trip
4. Rock The Beat Feat. WC
5. I Showed You
6. He's Uh Felon
7. You Aint Uh
8. Traditional Uniform
9. Spittin Verses
10. The East Side Feat. Bad Lucc
11. I Remember Feat. Jelly Roll
12. Bleed Dodger Blue
13. Ca Code's
14. Nymphomaylayacs
15. Whaa
16. West Coast Feat. WC, King T
17. Every Thang Is Gonna Be Alright Feat. WC & Traci Nelson

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Recently, we brought you the first selection of our exclusive interview with Erotic D. In Part 1, we discussed his journey from starting out as a party DJ in the early ‘80’s to connecting with D.O.C., working with Dr. Dre and being involved with NWA from the beginning, as well as giving us a detailed, first-hand account of the Death Row Records formation.


In part 2, we dig a little deeper into his incredible history by discussing his involvement with Death Row projects like the Chronic and Doggystyle, as well as uncovering information about a few mysteries surrounding some projects from around that time, such as the Dr. Dre & Ice Cube original Helter Skelter album. We talk about working on the D.O.C.’s Helter Skelter project, who Erotic D’s influences were, the people he’s ghost-written for, and much, much more! Don’t miss out on Part 2 with Erotic D!

Erotic D Interview (Part 2)

As with Part 1, we have an audio update from Erotic D. This time Erotic D is behind the boards, while his homie Six-Two spits over the track! The name of this heater is I Can’t Wait, and it’s a definite banger! You can download the song by clicking below:

http://www.dubcnm.com/audio/2008/july/6 ... it-(dubcnn).mp3

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Dubcnn recently sat down with up-and-coming producer Einztein for an exclusive interview. A protégé of Fingazz, Einztein is currently working on his first solo mixtape called "Skull-N-Bones," and in this piece, he tells us about how he first got into the music, what he aspires to do in this industry, and his background. He also talks about linking up with Damizza and the rest of the Baby Ree camp. Read on to find out about all of these topics and much more!



EINZTEIN (July 2008) | Interview By: Eddie Gurrola

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Dubcnn hooked up with rising producer from Atlanta, Maestro, who got his big break in 2008 by producing the intro track "3 Peat" on Lil Wayne's already double platinum album "Carter 3" as well as Ice Cube's street single ""Gangsta Rap Made Me Do It". He talks to us about how those two collaborations came about and how the sudden success has hit him.

He also tells us about his path up until now and his plans for the future. Maestro talks about his relationship with the Dogg Pound and Y.A., working with David Banner, WC and a possible collabo with Battlecat's brother Mykestro.


MAESTRO (July 2008) | Interview By: Nima Etminan

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Well, we conclude our interview series with Erotic D today, as we bring you Part 3 of this exclusive feature. In this final piece, Erotic shares with us his feelings on the Helter Skelter project with D.O.C., how that album was constructed, and what new projects we can expect to see from him and his E-World Entertainment company.

We also get his side of the story on Six-Two & D.O.C., and what his relationship is like with them and Dr. Dre these days. Speaking of Dre, we also get some interesting information concerning Dr. Dre’s 2001 album, as well as……well, let me hold some of this back to give you something to look forward to in the interview, and discuss in the dubcnn forums.

EROTIC D (PART 3) (July 2008) | Interview By: Chad Kiser

To follow suit with our two previous parts, we have more audio updates from Erotic D. The first track is called Payback and it features Erotic D & El Dog, aka El Dorado from D.O.C.’s Deuce album, rapping on a track off the upcoming Black Bruce Willis album. The song explains a few situations that Erotic touches on in the interview

http://www.dubcnm.com/audio/2008/july/e ... ck-(dubcnn).mp3

The second song we have featured is a solo track by El Dog called I’ll Kill Ya. Produced by Erotic D, El Dog spits heat all over the track.

http://www.dubcnm.com/audio/2008/july/e ... ya-(dubcnn).mp3


Lastly, the 3rd track is for all you Genacide fans out there. It features Erotic D, Six-Two & El Dog and the joint is called Kiss My Ass. This is just a small taste of what Eroic D and E-World Entertainment has coming up in the next few months, so enjoy these exclusive tracks being premeired on dubcnn!

http://www.dubcnm.com/audio/2008/july/e ... 6-2-el_dog)-(dubcnn).mp3

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Dubcnn recently hooked up with legendary producer Marley Marl and the equally legendary Craig G. Despite some technical difficulties with the conference call Craig G told us about how their new project "Operation: Take Back Hip Hop" was a very natural process for them.

Find out why Craig G feels the term ‘Old School’ should be a term that we no longer use in hip hop. Craig also tells us what he learned from working on the movies for 8 Mile and Get Rich or Die Trying. Ensure you pick up "Operation: Take Back Hip Hop" which is in stores now.

CRAIG G & MARLEY MARL (July 2008) | Interview By: Javon Adams

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Hard hitting rhymes, distinct voice, intelligent and driven. These are all qualities that Yung Bruh possesses. The younger brother of West Coast legend Kam is making a name for himself. His single, Gangsta is starting to rise up the charts and his focus has never been greater. Read on to find out why this former University of Oregon football standout feels that football and the music business are more similar than you think. YB lets us take a glimpse into his world and tells us about the three, yes three projects he’s working on which includes a super group with Kam and Glasses Malone.


Make sure you request his single, Gangsta featuring Game and J. Holiday and don’t forget to read on to discover why Yung Bruh is all about Quality over Quantity. Enjoy.


YUNG BRUH (August 2008) | Interview By: Javon Adams

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MELLOW MAN ACE (November 2008) | Interview By: Jonathan Hay & Chad Kiser

Everybody knows that Mellow Man Ace is a legend – and an original member of Cypress Hill, who left to pioneer the Latin hip-hop world, to cross over into the US and sell millions of records worldwide. His record-breaking classic single “Mentirosa” gave birth to a completely new genre of successful music now categorized as “Reggaeton.” As Mellow Man Ace put it in this Dubcnn exclusive interview, “The importance of the song Mentirosa is much like that of Roberto Clemente or Jackie Robinson’s influence on modern day athletics in terms of what they did for blacks and Latino's in major league baseball.”

His staggering success is documented in the history books forever; however, we go where no interview has ever gone before with Mellow Man Ace. We travel beneath the surface as Mellow personally opens up and exposes the transparency of his inner self – as we feel the hurt and tears from the Latino struggle, to own personal struggles, including the pain and conflict with his own flesh and blood brother, SenDog (from Cypress Hill). We speak on deep social issues such as our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, the industry, Politics – or as he calls them “Politricks” -- and even Marijuana…

This interview reveals the truth and vulnerability that many people are afraid to show. It doesn’t get any more real than this…it also doesn’t get anymore West Coast than this interview. It’s an honor for Chad and I to be a part of this historic conversation for Dubcnn.

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Hieroglyphics is a crew comprised of top notch lyricists. Their logo is recognized around the world. Opio is a member of the mighty Hiero crew and Dubcnn sat down with him as he released his new album, "Vulture’s Wisdom."

Opio talks about working with a producer outside of the Hiero fold in Architect. He discusses life on the road and being regarded by Hip Hop heads as an emcee that leaves the mic smokin’. Iron sharpens iron and in Hiero the competition is good natured but fierce nonetheless.


Opio talks about how the verbal sparring in his crew helped make him a better emcee. Hip Hop is not dead and Opio is proof positive. So read on and get to know about a one its torch bearers.

OPIO (November 2008) | Interview By: Javon Adams

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