Deric "D. Dot" Angelettie

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In celebration of '90s Week, XXL speaks to Deric "D-Dot" Angelettie about his classic studio sessions with The Notorious B.I.G. and Ma$e, telling Diddy he couldn't add production to "It's All About the Benjamins" and Kanye West's lack of loyalty...