Clipse Ticket Giveaway [Club Nokia L.A. 6/13]

So the folks over at Grassroots Productons have laced us with 3 pairs of tickets to pass out for the June 13 Clipse show at Club Nokia in Downtown LA. Also on the bill: Pac Div, Diz Gibran and Bobby Ray aka B.O.B.

So....lets do a trivia, shall we. You only have to answer 1 of the 3 questions correctly and you win a pair of tickets. Mad easy. Just email your answers to: hiphopofficial@gmail.com with the subject: CLIPSE TICKET GIVEAWAY. First 3 people to respond with right answers wins the tickets.

1. What label is B.O.B. signed to?
2. Who’s riding in the back seat on the cover of The Clipse’s Lord Willin album?
3. What’s the name of the crew that Pav Div, Diz Gibran, Blue Collar and Ben Kartwright belong to?

So what are you waiting for? Send those emails, win free tickets! GO!

Artist of the Week: PAC DIV (Part 2).

In Part 2 of our Artist of the Week interview, the Cali trio, PAC DIV, talks about their underground banger, "The Mayor" thats sweeping the nation. It's such a dope song, they even have their own dance. Think Humpty, not Souljah Boy. The fellas also let us in on their mindset when they touch the stage for a live show. If ya missed Part 1, get your late pass on. Peep the bonus download of "The Mayor" below.

[DOWNLOAD: PAC DIV - "The Mayor"]

Artist of the Week: PAC DIV.

The new school Fat Boys cover the tough topics, such as the importance of a good cologne. Seriously. They also talk about their upcoming projects: Their mixtape, Church League Champions, as well as their debut album which are both dropping this year. As the homie E-Dub would say, Cali is definitely active.

And for your downloading pleasure, here's a dope cut from a new mixtape called Cool Guys Always Finish First, presented by Eighty81.com in conjunction with DJ Don Cannon. It has tags and gets cut off, but you know what, fuck it. The 2:09 are worth it.

[DOWNLOAD: Pac Div - "Let's Go"]

SXSW 2009 Wrap-Up.

Look...I know you might be sick of all the SXSW posts and shit. But for real, nobody does it up like HHO. We were everywhere and talked to everyone. This is our Official Wrap Up of the event, so whether you missed it or just want to relive the experience, we got you covered. This is your All Access pass to SXSW 2009, featuring Big Boi, Jadakiss, Kid Sister, Bun B, K'Naan, U-N-I, Pac Div, Zion I and more. A little something for everyone.

[NEW] Pac Div - "Shut Up"

If you like your trunk to rattle when you drive down the block, download this track. That's all I have to say about that.

Make sure to check out their upcoming mixtape, Church League Champions, coming soon. We also have an interview with Pac Div from SXSW that will hit these internets in the next few weeks. How you like them apples?

[DOWNLOAD: Pac Div - "Shut Up"]

Courtesy of the dopeboyz.

L.A.U.S.D. Presents "Curly Tops and Nautica Jackets" (FREE DOWNLOAD)

The Los Angeles Unified Sound District presents a new project that reminds us of the golden days of Nautica Sport jackets (we all had one), and greasy ass hair. For me, it's high school. For you, maybe it was middle school. Maybe it was grammar school. Shit, it might even be pre-school for some of ya'll. Regardless, this album features a plethora of dope westcoast artists who you probably have heard of, including Blu, U-N-I, Pac Div, Diz Gibran, J*Davey, and more. Download it and stick it in your iPod.

[DOWNLOAD HERE.]

[NEW] Pacific Division - "Pac Div"

Here's a self titled joint from Pac DIv's upcoming mixtape, Church League Champions. I played on a church league basketball team once. We were bad. Not even Jesus could help us win a game.

[DOWNLOAD: Pacific Division - "Pac Div" ]

Vimby and Uponthingz Present : The New Classics Mixtape

Mario from VIMBY and Cook Classics put together a pretty dope mixtape for ya'll to ride to. They premiered the stream last week, and here's the official download. It features the likes of Pac Div, Sean P, and U-N-I, as well as some BONUS TRACKS from Diz Gibran, Fashawn, and the now legendary "Mass Appeal 2009 Remix."

[DOWNLOAD HERE.]

TiRon - "Ketchup" (Mixtape)

TiRon drops his latest mixtape Ketchup in order for you to Catch Up. This is a collection of songs new and old so that you, the audience, can get a good sense of the talent this kid possesses. It features a handful of people you would find on this blog, including the likes of Pac Div, Blu, Buff 1, Tunji, and Ayomari.

[DOWNLOAD HERE.]

Year of the 9th.

As in Wonder. The homies over at Broccoli City take us into the studio with 9th Wonder and Pac Div. Check the video.

[NEW] Pacific Division - "Mayor"

If you've seen Pac Div live, you already know this joint. It tears the house down every time. The song everyone's heard, but nobody had finally drops on the masses. I know ya'll are excited. I am too.

*Does The Mayor" dance*

[ DOWNLOAD: Pacific Division - "Mayor"]

The Lever 2009 Mixtape by DJ Sean G.

Featuring the likes of Pac Div, Diz Gibran, Kanye West, Common, Clipse, Jay Elctronica, and more. Basically more hip-hop than you know what to do with. So Fresh and So Clean.

DOWNLOAD: HERE.

The Best of HHO's Artist of the Week.

You know how we do it...we've been bringing you the dope interviews every week, spotlighting some of the best up and coming and relevant hip hop acts in the industry. Take a look back at some of the highlights, featuring Common, Raekwon, 9th Wonder, David Banner, Pac Div, Wale, Charles Hamilton, Black Milk, and so much more.

Pepsi Proper in Los Angeles (The Clipse & Pac Div Live)

Pepsi Proper is setting up shop in Los Angeles with a pop-up store to bring together music and fashion for one day. During the course of the event, various DJ acts will also be on hand such as DJ Fashen, DJ Peter Lee, DJ DJ Byze One and DJ Sour Milk (all from 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm) while DJ Mike B and DJ Reflex will be on the tables from 9:00 pm - 12:00 am. The night’s highlights include performances by The Clipse and Pac Division.

It all goes down this Saturday. Get in where you fit in.

PEPSI PROPER LOS ANGELES
Saturday, December 13th 2008
233 S. La Brea
Los Angeles CA 90036

Pop Up Retail: 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
After-party and performances: 9:00 pm - 12:00 am

[VIDEO] Pac Div, Dom Kennedy, Carter - "Everybody Knows Us"

Damn, that was mad quick. i just posted the VIMBY behind the scenes video, and now the actually video is up. That's efficiency.

[BONUS] DOWNLOAD: Pac Div, Dom Kennedy, Carter - "Everybody Knows Us"

Mp3 courtesy of VIMBY.

Pac Div x Dom Kennedy X Carter X The Hundreds

VIMBY - Everyone Knows Us: The Making Of

Pacific Division, Carter, and Dom Kennedy link up with The Hundreds to produce "Everyone Knows Us." VIMBY goes behind the scenes of the music video. This song sounds pretty dope, and you know The Hundreds always comes with the dope gear. Peace to Mario from VIMBY.

DJ Revolution "King of Decks" Release Party

DJ Revolution threw a dope release party in Hollywood for his album King of the Decks. Cats like DJ Jazzy Jeff, Dilated Peoples, Pac Div, Crooked I, and Strong Arm Steady all rocked the stage. We also talked to Rev about his new album, and the importance of the DeeJay in hip-hop. Believe That.

[BONUS] DOWNLOAD: DJ Revolution - "King of The Decks" (ft. Sean Price & Tash)
[BONUS] DOWNLOAD: DJ Revolution - "Do You Thing" (ft. Guilty Simpson & Royce Da 5'9")

Artist of the Week: Diz Gibran

Diz Gibran was crowned Hip Hop Official's Artist of the Week. You might not be familiar with Diz's music, but his impact on the culture is unmistakable. This world traveler is a true Renaissance Man: Business man, fashion guru and emcee. From the Westside of Los Angeles, Diz grew up spraying painting walls, rhyming and skateboarding. He made a splash in the L.A. underground scene through such venues as Project Blowed. From there he stepped away from music and delved into the world fashion and streetwear, making a name for himself as co-owner of the Fairfax staple skate shop, Diamond Supply Company.

He's since moved on, and his main focus is his music. And it shows. With connections to all the up and coming local L.A. talent, Diz is part of a collective called "The Great Wall" (which includes Pac Div), and he's starting to make a name for himself...

Peep the interview, and some bonus downloads below...


[BONUS] DOWNLOAD: Diz Gibran - "City Lights"
[BONUS] DOWNLOAD: Diz Gibran - "Truly Yours"

[NEW] Pacific Division - "Wake Up"

Earlier today, we dropped the new Pac Div video. Now, we're dropping the new Pac Div song. First, these cats are taking over the industry. Now, I think they're hacking this blog. I need to change the password again.

Regardless, this song is dope. It's produced by Haircut from Now On and the Lab Techs. His unique production game is on lock and I'm definitely feeling his electro-synth beats. Shout out to the A-Side Worldwide.

DOWNLOAD: Pacific Division - "Wake Up" (produced by Haircut)

[VIDEO] Pacific Division - "Taste"

New music video from the homies Pac Div. This track is produced by Self Scientific's DJ Khalil. Shout out to Mibbs, Like and Be Young.

[BONUS] DOWNLOAD: Pacific Division - "Taste"