Turk
The Photographer Who Shot the Hot Boys on the Cusp of Stardom
Richard Ross travelled from New York to New Orleans in 1998 to photograph Lil Wayne, B.G., Juvenile, and Turk, just as Cash Money exploded. We speak with him about the experience, almost 20 years on.
Noisey Beats 1: Turk of the Hot Boyz and J. Mascis of Dinosaur Jr.
Tune into episode 124 of Noisey Radio on Beats 1 this Saturday at 9 AM EST/6 AM PST and Sunday 9 PM EST/6 PM PST.
"Bling Bling" Was Just the Best Thing Ever
The song isn't just Lil Wayne's breakout moment; it's also a foundational part of rap itself.
Turk Reflects on Lil Wayne and the Hot Boys
In an interview with A Year of Lil Wayne, the Hot Boy reflects on their classic albums and the need for a Cash Money reunion.
Nothing Was Hotter Than the Hot Boys' 'Guerrilla Warfare'
In the video for "We on Fire," B.G. actually caught on fire.
Let's Enjoy Some Rhymes with the Version of the Hot Boys We Never Enjoy
'Let 'Em Burn' does not get much attention, for understandable reasons. But that doesn't mean Wayne's rapping isn't fun to listen to.
A Year of Lil Wayne: Long Live Bankroll Fresh, Honorary Hot Boy
On the one-year anniversary of the Atlanta rapper's death, Hot Boy Turk reflects on recording the remix to Bankroll's "Hot Boy."
A Year of Lil Wayne: Mannie Fresh Should Soundtrack a Movie
Also Turk shared some memories of the songwriting process of "Kisha" and B.G.'s "Help."
A Year of Lil Wayne: LeBron James Reunited the Hot Boys for All-Star Weekend
It's not just the NBA all stars who are in New Orleans this weekend.
A Year of Lil Wayne: Hot Boys and Three 6 Done Cliqued Up, Whoadie
In 1999, Cash Money and Hypnotize Minds connected for a posse cut that will still make you turn the club upside down.
A Year of Lil Wayne: The Hot Boys' "Dirty World"
Two decades ago, The Hot Boys were talking about many of the same issues we face today.
Were There Any Good Remixes for the Summer or What?
“Flicka Da Wrist,” “Fuck Up Some Commas,” “Post To Be,” and more get graded in the latest remix report card.