Archive for August, 2009

Killer Mike Grades Obama With A "C"

Monday, August 31 2009 11:22 PM EST | Posted by: B.Dot | Posted in: Focus

In an interview with Rolling Out, the pride of Adamsville, GA gives President Barack Obama a “C” for his time in office. Doubt Mike graded on a curve.

Props: YK2

Civilized Talk With Lil Boosie

Monday, August 31 2009 9:37 PM EST | Posted by: B.Dot | Posted in: Focus

Last week blog roller, Karen Civil chopped it up with señor Bad Azz to discussed his new album and working with, Da Snowman, man. Superbad drops September 15th

Jay-Z At "Answer The Call" Press Conference

Monday, August 31 2009 7:58 PM EST | Posted by: B.Dot | Posted in: Rap Radar Exclusives Video

This morning, Hov held a press conference in the lobby of Madison Square Garden for his September 11th benefit concert. Tickets for the concert are a flat rate of $50 and go on sale September 8th at 9 A.M. for Citibank cardholders. 12:00 P.M. for general public. All proceeds will be donated to the New York Police and Fire Widows’ and Children’s charity. 

Fun Fact: According to MSG record books, Jay sold out the arena seven times. His concert last year is in the Garden’s top 10 for highest grossed.

New Music: Jay-Z x Kanye West "Hate"

Monday, August 31 2009 6:16 PM EST | Posted by: YN | Posted in: Music

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 Old school flick above.

Call me a hater, but I ain’t feelin’ this one. 

 

Sidebar: It’s hard to blog in the sun. I can’t see my screen. Ha!

Spotted: TS via UHTN

Update: Dre says whole BP3 has leaked. YN needs a link! 

New Video: Trey Songz x Drake "Successful"

Monday, August 31 2009 5:52 PM EST | Posted by: YN | Posted in: Focus

 

It’s what you all been waiting for, ain’t it? Not me. Ha!

50 Cent Goes Back To The Hood Anyway

Monday, August 31 2009 4:10 PM EST | Posted by: YN | Posted in: True Story

 

No concert, but you couldn’t stop Curtis Jackson from hittin’ up 40 PJs yesterday. Take that, Your Honor!

Jay & B Heart Grizzly Bear

Monday, August 31 2009 3:55 PM EST | Posted by: YN | Posted in: Live Show
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Hovi’s home!

Fresh off vacay, the Carters put Twitter in a frenzy yesterday when they popped up at a free rock concert in Williamsburg, BK. I heard reports that they actually got on stage and joined in the fun but the only footage I see so far is below. Stay tuned.

 

Props: Brooklyn Vegan

Chris Brown Doesn't Remember Rihanna Incident

Monday, August 31 2009 3:32 PM EST | Posted by: YN | Posted in: Focus

 

Oh boy, in this early look at the Larry King sitdown, Fuck Boy says he can’t recall what he did that night. SMH. That’s worse than his outfit. Sorry, B.Dot, I tried. O.J. Jr.’s back on my kufi list.

Tune in Wednesday, September 2nd at 9pm ET on CNN.

Run DMC JMJ Way Sign Unveiling

Monday, August 31 2009 3:05 AM EST | Posted by: B.Dot | Posted in: Rap Radar Exclusives Video

Here’s the moment you’ve all been waiting for. With Run, DMC, and Connie Mizzell joining hands, 205th Street was officially renamed: Run DMC JMJ Way. No need to ask who runs this block.

Previously: Jam Master Jay’s Mom Speaks At Street Renaming| Run-D.M.C. Speak At Street Renaming

Flick: Big L's Mural Refurbished

Monday, August 31 2009 2:55 AM EST | Posted by: B.Dot | Posted in: Paparazzi
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Here’s a snapshot of Big L’s mural today receiving a fresh coat of aerosol. Even in death, L is still flamboyant baby.

Props: Scram Jones

Previously: Street Struck: The Big L Story (Trailer)