With “Dipset Anthem”, the Diplomats created an immortal song. For our latest Behind the Beat, Rsonist (of The Heatmakerz) tells Thomas Hobbs why we’re still listening to that “gangsta music” 20 years ...

There are certain songs that have longevity in the clubs. These are called 2 o-clock records, because at 2 AM, when the party is just hitting its peak, these are the songs that get thrown on. “Dipset ...

Kanye West is perhaps the most polarizing figure in Hip-Hop, but he is also among the most tight lipped. Sure, there are isolated incidents, like his recent rant with DJ Enuff, but ordinarily the ...

The Heatmakerz are no strangers to change. After developing a form of music described as “crack,” that amassed an almost cult-like following for Dipset, The Rsonist and Thrilla were forced to change ...

New York City has an impressive new recording studio thanks to one half of production duo The Heatmakerz. Hip-hop producer Rsonist and his business partners recently opened Diamond District studio in ...

Rsonist of The Heatmakerz Talks Working On Kanye’s New Album: During a recent sit-down with MTV, of which the talk in large part surrounded his hand in Fred Da ...

Kanye West is looking to return to his soul roots on his next album. If you remember, ‘Ye made his name known on big records such as Jay-Z’s “Heart of the City” and Twista’s “Overnight Celebrity.” ...

Say what you will about Kanye West's rants and on-stage antics, he's fully locked in when it's time to record a solo album (can't give him a pass for that Cruel Summer joint). Still, when Kanye's in ...

Joell Ortiz is excited about releasing his new album House Slippers. The Brooklyn rapper says the LP reflects that he is in a comfortable place. “I’m at home with this album,” say Ortiz. Executive ...