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Anderson .Paak Freestyle - XXL Freshman 2016

Subscribe to XXL → http://bit.ly/subscribe-xxl Anderson .Paak delivers his 2016 XXL Freshman freestyle. The 10 MCs in the 2016 XXL Freshman Class are Kodak B...

Anderson .Paak is on the ‪#‎Freshman2016‬ cover of XXL Magazine and spit a few bars for a freestyle in the video below. Listen to Anderson's hits off his recent album "Malibu" on ‪#‎XXLradio‬ on DashRadio.com

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A few weeks ago Five Seconds of Summer better known as 5SOS came to Dash Radio to talk about their new music, fame, and traveling the world. Now they are about to embark on a huge stadium world tour called “Sounds Live Feels Live World Tour”. Some of their popular songs like ‘Jet Black’, ‘Heart’ and ‘Voodoo Doll’ were played during the interview. 

Their opening act, Roy English, spoke about being super excited to take on his first stadium tour. He spoke about latest single ‘Oxgy’ and it was even played during the show as well. 

Below are the top five hits that the put the once small Austrailan band on the map:

5. Voodoo Doll-

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z9y01YEIKhU

The 5SOS boys break down this track with one take. 

4. Amnesia- 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z9y01YEIKhU 

During some down time from their summer events the boys down reminisce on the things they miss about their girls. 

3. She Looks So Perfect- 

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X2BYmmTI04I

One of their first big radio hits that had everyone repeated the chorus everywhere. 

2. Jet Black Heart-

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K0X7u_mmREE

The guys got in touch with their biggest fans to help them relay a mutual feeling most have: trying to move on.

1. She’s Kinda Hot

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WFz1gCZSmdE 

The boys talk about how their gf’s may not be the nicest but at least she looks nice. 

Tune in for 5 Seconds of Summer interview to re-air on  #MayhemandTokenShow on #LosAnarchyRadio or #Dash1

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All Eyez on Me Trailer 2016

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In honor of the late Tupac’s 45th birthday, a trailer was released for his upcoming biopic “All Eyez on Me”. Although the trailer is only a minute long it gives a great look into how in depth the film goes into his career highs and personal struggles. His mother’s, the late Afeni Shakur, voice narrates throughout the trailer. The film is expected to be released November 11, 2016.

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Happy Birthday Kendrick Lamar!

It’s the week of west coast birthdays. 

Today is Kendrick Lamar’s birthday and it is ironic that he shares his day in the same week as some his biggest musical influences. He’s honored those before him taking notes but has taken the music world over by storm. In his debut album, ‘good kid m.A.A.d city’, K.Dot told a story that flowed throughout that album which was something that many hip-hop artists were not doing anymore. He kept the audience intrigued listening to hear if he was going to get the dominos for his mom or how he was going to make it across town. Kendrick let the world know that he was here stay and conquer whoever in his feature verse on “Control”. He revealed that he could successfully bring different forms of music into hip-hop that the streets could still rock with in his sophomore album “To Pimp a Butterfly”. The Compton native is a man of his words wise beyond his years that resemble the late Tupac. 

Kendrick has mentioned in interviews before that he once had a dream with 2Pac who told him “Don’t let music die.” Well Pac, music is now in the right hands, Happy Birthday K.Dot! Dashradio.com

Check out our Dash Radio blog for a list of some of Kendrick’s best performances:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=twpHzlhbaU4

This performance had Kendrick jamming out with Imagine Dragons during a mashup of both their hit songs. Performing with the rock group showed that Kendrick was a master of music and could make a banger hit with anyone to get the crowd bouncing.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1wgt3lXc6IM

Pretty much anytime Kendrick performs ‘m.A.A.d city’ is live as can be. This time he was in the 6 performing to a sold out crowd whose hands waved up-and- down in the air during the hyped beat drop.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3W99TKSwIMk 

Kendrick’s 2016 Grammy performance brought awareness to injustice in the justice system. He walked out in a chain gang to perform “The Blacker The Berry” with eyes darker getting lost into the performance to show the pain that those feel while incarcerated. Towards the end he jammed out to his motivating hit “Alright” to exclaim that through music that the sun will shine eventually.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E1jH2zSfFrA

At the 2013 BET AWARDS K.Dot linked up with the soulful queen Erykah Badu for his performance of ‘Bitch Don’t Kill My Vibe’. Sitting on a makeshift porch step , Badu sang the chorus to a pensive Kendrick and we couldn’t help but feel the vibe they were trying not to kill.

https://youtu.be/eYolf__Tv3g

A young Kendrick was knighted into the West Coast family by those a part of it. The Game, Snoop Dogg and Kurupt all in a ceremony way on stage passed the torch to the young Compton prince that brought him to tears.

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Dash Radio dj, Dj Hapa is a prized assest to the Dash Radio family. He prides himself on his eclectic music mixes, describing his sound as “#FeelGoodSound. His site, feelgoodsound.com, has exclusive interviews with popular and upcoming artists, reveals new music, and great remixes. Catch @djhapa and Dirty D of Phil N Good, weekly on Feel Good Sound on Dash1 with DJ Hapa. 

On today’s show artist, Mike Stud, will be talking his upcoming TV show, "This Is Mike Stud", Premiering Tues. June 21 at 10 PM ET/PT on Esquire Network. 

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Happy Birthday to the iconic artist, Tupac Shakur! 2Pac pushed through all barriers put upon him and exceled in various forms of art. He was an outspoken advocate for peace on streets and equality given to all. His words for change made so much sense it appeared he was far beyond his time. Being a man for the people didn’t shy him away from throwing one hell of a gangsta party. Tupac left behind an enormous catalog of music touching on various subjects like teen pregnancy, friendships, racial injustice, motherly love and much more. He was not afraid to push the envelope in his music and his talent, especially in acting. Tupac could embody any personality from a nice mailman trying to make money the right way to a mischievous young man losing his way to gain respect in the streets. He is one of the greatest artists of all time and has sold over 75 million albums worldwide. 2pac had the unique capability to be able to be poetic while being a gangster rapper at the same time. His music, lyrics, and poems still speak volumes till this day and there truly will never be anyone like Tupac.

In honor of his 45th birthday Dash Radio’s #NativeRhymes will be playing Tupac all day long and a interview with Greg Kading (the LAPD officer who investigated the Pac and Biggie murders) at 3pm PT. 

Below are list of some of his greatest hits:

10.Hit ‘Em Up- At the height of the East/West Coast battle Tupac did not have any remorse to epically embarrassing his cross-country foe. He spitefully threw plently of low blows to biggie in the most famous diss record ever.

9.I Get Around-One of the greatest party bangers of the 90’s had Tupac letting  his promiscuity be known with no shame but letting the ladies know that, “Baby take it easy, hate to sound sleazy but tease me, I don’t want it if its that easy.”

8.Hail Mary- During Pac’s Makeveli days , this song has him attempting to have a moment to zone out the violence and negativity around him and trying to have a conversation with a higher power presumably, Mary mother of Christ.

7. California Love- The West Coast boss shows love to his kingdom of the Westside and expressing that there is no other place he rather party because “California knows how to party.”

6.I Ain’t Mad at Cha- When Tupac was boasting about the ‘Thug Life” and how that was always going to be him he couldn’t help but acknowledge and appreciate that some of his friends chose to move on from that. He perfectly described how some friends can grow apart but no matter what they will always be homies.

5. 2 of Amerikaz Most Wanted- During his famous beef Pac cleverly throws shots at his East Coast enemies along side his pal Snoop Dogg while throwing an epic gangsta party.

4.Do For Love- This song correctly depicts the ups and downs of romantic relationships and the difficulties of staying together or letting go.

3.Dear Mama- Tupac showed that there should be no shame or street cred lost in showing love and appreciation to your mama.

2.Changes-Tupac calls for changes in society especially for those in urban areas. He pleads that women should not have to worry about walking alone in the streets and guns should not be so accessible to everyone. He asks that not only political figures make changes but to start within ourselves.

1.Keep Ya Head Up- Tupac gives motivation to those who are struggling and feeling hopeless. He preaches to young men to respect and to not force women in to anything. He calls on young women to value themselves and explains that he acknowledges their daily hardships.

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Happy Birthday Ice Cube!

The West Coast mogul turns 47 today. He has surpassed levels of success in music, movies, and business. He is a true entrepreneur who simply doesn’t give a f*** if you like him or not. He was part of the iconic West Coast group NWA before breaking away to create a successful solo career. He wrote his own lyrics, helped produce his own tracks, and is one of the founding fathers of gangsta rap and modern-era rap.

This year he has taken greater steps towards becoming an icon by being inducted with his fellow NWA members in the Rock-n-Roll Hall of Fame and headlining Coachella.

In honor of his birthday here is a list of some of his greatest hits:

10. My summer vacation- Cube breaks down all the typical events to happen when you spend a summer in the hood.

9. Jackin’ for beats- ‘Still yo beat and give it that gansta touch’. Cube adds that gangsta lean to a track with beats from other famous songs showing that he has the skills to make a hit out of anything.

8.Gangsta Nation- One of his most famous singles with group ‘Westside Connection’ is the perfect

7. Why we thugs- Cube gets a bit political and explains why youth in the hood resort to being gangstas/thugs with liquor stores and gun shops set up on every corner.

6. We be Clubbin’- Cube gets everyone hyped for all the fun in the club for all the fellas and ladies.

5.You can do it- The ultimate club banger that got people twerking before it was popular. This song makes you want to grab who you have had your eye on in the club and get down on the dance floor.

4. No Vaseline – Arguably one of the best hip-hop beef tracks in history has Cube throwing shots at all his former group mates with no remorse. He gives some intel on the issues that caused his departure in the group and as shown in the film “Straight Out of Compton” left them all in awe of his audacity. He just proved that he did not care who liked him but demanded respect.

3. Dopeman- In one of his first hits with NWA, Ice Cube uses his great story telling skills to depict the trials and tribulations a dopeman brings to the hood.

2. Check yo self- ‘Chickity-check yo self before you wreck yo self’. Cube gives the ultimate warning to those who even think it is possible to start beef with him. This song gave way to one of the most popular catch phrases ever.

1.Today was a good day- This song is the anthem for the perfect day off. Cube describes all his favorite things to do in one day without any drama including: great breakfast from momma, getting a triple double, a beep from Kim and his name on the Goodyear Blimp.

 Check out the birthday mix for Ice Cube today at 6pm PT on #NativeRhymes

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YG ft. Drake & Kamaiyah – Why You Always Hatin

YG calls on Drake and Kamaiyah for his latest single “Why You Always Hatin”.

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Ariana Grande ft. Lil Wayne – Let Me Love You

Lil Wayne joins Ariana Grande on her latest release “Let Me Love You”. Her upcoming album “Dangerous Woman” will be available on May 20th.

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NWA IS INDUCTED IN THE ROCK ‘N ROLL HALL OF FAME

On Friday night, N.W.A members, MC Ren, Dr. Dre, Ice Cube and DJ Yella were all smiles at the 31st Annual Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony. The ceremony was held  at the Barclays Center on April 8, 2016, in Brooklyn.

The Hip-Hop pioneers were introduced by fellow Compton native, Kendrick Lamar. K Dot praised the group for influencing him and showing, “every kid in the ghetto that you could be successful and still have your voice while doing it.”

After accepting their award and recognition the N.W.A members had a few words for haters and those who did not believe they deserved the induction. One of the people they focused on was KISS member, Gene Simmons who had previously stated that, "I am looking forward to the death of hip-hop.” 

"I want to say to Mr. Gene Simmons that hip-hop is here forever," MC Ren came out saying. "We're supposed to be here."

N.W.A has had much success during the 80’s and 90’s. With the release of their super successful biopic ‘Straight Out of Compton’ they were not going to be shutdown by critics.

“Rock 'n' roll is not just a musical style but a spirit that connects people, be they bluesmen or punk rockers,” Ice Cube explained in his speech. "Rock 'n' roll is not conforming to the people who came before you but creating your own path in music and in life," he said. "That is rock 'n' roll and that is us."

Much deserved congrats to N.W.A.

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Pia Mia colorfully sings along with will.i.am about equally wanting to play, party and dance. 

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Ain't Your Mama, a song by Jennifer Lopez on Spotify

The Bronx Native and American Idol Judge sings about her man not doing his part in the relationship. She looks damn good for her age but she “Aint Your Mama”! 

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After releasing the song back in October, Chance The Rapper dropped the visual today with some help from Saba. 

In “Angels” Chance reflects on wanting to change things for the better for his daughter. After performing at the ‘SoundCloud Go’ launch party in NYC, he   announced that “his next mixtape is due out this month.” Looks like “Angels’ is a good start. 

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DeJ Loaf drops ‘All Jokes Aside’Mixtape

The Detroit artist just dropped her new mixtape with some sensual cover art. Check out the 11-track mixtape below. 

Dej Loaf - All Jokes Aside - http://bit.ly/1Se5leA

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DRAKE DROPS #ViewsFromThe6 SINGLES

We finally got some singles from #ViewFromThe6. Early Tuesday morning Drake dropped “Pop Style,” featuring Jay Z and Kanye West and “One Dance” featuring Wizkid and Kyla.

Both tracks were released through AppleMusic and made the Internet go crazy with the tracks hot collaborations.

“Pop Style” has all three music moguls discussing their different trials and tribulations in the game. 

http://bit.ly/1MQQ3R8 

“One Dance” has Drake talking about his cherished friendships and how every time he goes out he needs to do that “one dance”.

http://bit.ly/1S0jfal

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ScHoolboy Q - Groovy Tony (Video)

ScHoolboy Q unleashes his long awaited single “Groovy Tony”. Expect an album from the TDE rapper later this year.

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SNOOP DOGG & WIZ KHALIFA ANNOUNCE NEW TOUR

This summer ’16 you can join Snoop Dogg and Wiz Khalifa on their ‘HIGH ROAD SUMMER TOUR’. The two are set to co-headline the tour together in 33 cities.

The "Cadillacc Music" Dash Radio station founder and Young Khalifa will start in West Palm Beach, FL on July 20th. Tickets go on sale April 8th on LiveNation.com