Emerging emcee, VIC 8.2 lets us know his past struggles in his new video “I’ve Been There Before.” The hit single which as been tearing up the east coast was produced by Vic himself who has worked with major artists such as Missy Elliot and Sean “Diddy” Combs. A writer and producer this rising rapper is quickly becoming recognized amongst the production world as someone to watch. Having teamed up with the hit writing and production team The Soul Diggaz on many of their hit records, Vic has earned his stripes. A native of the gritty streets of Newark, New Jersey, he enjoys making music for others but nothing beats doing it for himself and its no question as to why he is the NEWARK WONDER.

Recently EZO Magazine’s “Welcome To My Life” video series spent the day with Yelawolf and got a glimpse into his life as a artist. With collaborations with big name artists and producers such as Raekwon, Andre 3000, Big Boi, Paul Wall and Jay Electronica, Yelawolf is quickly solidifying his place in music.

During his exclusive interview with celebrity correspondent Ian Jarrell, Yelawolf discusses the significance of his name and what led to his love and skill for rap.

Common Feat. Pharrell / Announcement from Derek c e on Vimeo.

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Popular artist KAWS will be heading another exhibition entitled “Pay the Debt to Nature” at the famous Galerie Emmanuel Perrotin in Paris. He will be re-introducing some of his twist and pop culture characters. “Pay the Debt to Nature” will be opening November 6th, 2010 until December 23rd, 2010.

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Flying Lotus – Kill Your Co-Workers from Warp Records on Vimeo.

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So of course you could have probably figured out that Kanye’s album cover for My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy would be insane or cause some controversy. You also could have figured out that it might ignite some serious questions. Well, with the news of the album cover being banned those questions have become more and more relevant. Ye’s been bringing up this whole ordeal about the phoenix and how its significantly incorporated into his current music and artistic movements. We have our opinions about the cover. What are yours?

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The General Firm, known for hooking Cool Cats and Ed Banger Records up reeeeeally nice are back with the introduction of the new CEMENT piece. The collaboration comes from Parisian artist Andre. The pendant continues Andre’s famous “Mr. A” character through a 100% sterling silver hand made in Canada. Be on the lookout in December for the release of the piece in CEMENT accounts.

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The Monitaly brand, known for their Yuketen collection, is stepping up their footwear for the competition with the new Moccasin suede boot. The tan, tassled, and crepe outer soled boots are part of the Fall/Winter 2010 collection. Take more time for thought at MM.

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La Roux’s “In For The Kill” has swept an eager nation of new age music lovers by storm. Since the progressive success of the pop/alternative/electro-funk group tons of musicians have taken to the song and remixed the hell out of it. But of course, Ye being the Frankenstein that he is, attached himself to the latest remix and ripped it. La Roux is slated to be on Mr. West’s upcoming album, Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy. Enjoy the collaboration below.

La roux-in for the kill (remix) (feat. kanye west) by ImFlashy