Hip Hop Official...With Wale: Part 1.

We got to follow Wale around the night he performed at the Key Club in Hollywood. This is exclusive access. It was so dope that we turned it into a 2 part interview. Here's the first part, as we ride with him from sound check to an in-store appearance at HUF skateshop on Fairfax. He talks about his love for Los Angeles and his upcoming album. We also learn that real gangsters roll Priuses.

Check for Part 2 next week.

[VIDEO] Wale - "Nike Boots"

is this dude's album ever coming out? If you're not familiar with Wale, go here and learn yourself something.

[NEW] Wale - I Will (ft. Xscape)

Who are these people?

I've been waiting for an excuse to post that photo, and here it is. Wale drops a new joint addressing his hometown, DC. This one features Xscape on the hook...yes, that Xscape.

DOWNLOAD: Wale - I Will (ft. Xscape)

Wale - "Good Girl" (Live)

DC breakout, Wale, drops a live gem for you.

[NEW] Wale (feat. Young Chris) - "Whole Time"

DMV representer, and one of my favorite new up and coming emcees, Wale drops another gem on the people.

DOWNLOAD: Wale (feat. Young Chris) - "Whole Time"

Courtesy of elitaste.com

[VIDEO] Wale - "Artistic Integrity"

DMV representer Wale (a.k.a. the New Hot Guy To Keep Your Eye On), debuts the first video off The Mixtape About Nothing, produced by Rik Cordero and Three/21 Media. Co-starring Chris Partlow from The Wire Gbenga Akinnagbe.

[NEW] Wale - "Hey...Mr. Carter"

DMV representer, Wale, does his thang thang over Weezy's "Mr. Carter" insrumental, which is my favorite track on Tha Carter III. Thank the hip-hop heavens he didn't choose "A Milli"...it's time to retire that beat for freestyle purposes. Please send out the memo.

Mr. Nike Boots provides some dope wordplay and lyrics. I'm a fan. I'm really looking forward to this guy's debut album on Interscope. Maybe there is hope...

Wale - "Hey...Mr. Carter"