Archive for September, 2009

GFK: Wizdom Of The Week #6

Friday, September 25 2009 4:25 PM EST | Posted by: B.Dot | Posted in: Blog, Focus

This week, Ghost expounds on diffusing conflict between your main squeeze and your side piece. If Starks’ tactics don’t work, consult Louis Vuitton. He’s a great communicator too.

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Sidebar: GFK > RZA in royalties lawsuit

New Music: Fat Joe “Blackout”

Friday, September 25 2009 2:59 PM EST | Posted by: YN | Posted in: Blog, Music

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“Hard to keep it humble when everybody’s beneath you.”

Ignoring that “Porn Star” bore was no accident. This Swizz selection is more up our alley. Is it off J.O.S.E. 2 or just to hawk some kicks? Probably both. What’s a Rob Cash? Nevermind.

Link Back, Link Back: 2 Dope Boyz

Update: Apparently, there was a listening session last night. I wasn’t invited. It’s not right, and it’s not OK.

Vanity Fair Interviews Warren G

Friday, September 25 2009 2:28 PM EST | Posted by: B.Dot | Posted in: Blog, Newsstand Stan

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Warren G’s on a roll. Not only is he featured on next month’s XXL cover, but he recently spoke with fashion staple, Vanity Fair. It’s always great when traditional outlets feature hip-hop stars. But what’s disheartening is when they’re met with disrespect. Here’s an example:

…In this financial climate, does it make more sense to invest in Citigroup or the Crips?
Oh, hell no! Invest in the Crips? That’s crazy, man!

So you think the Bloods are a better investment?
Neither one of them! You don’t wanna get involved in any of that!

What kind of asinine question is that to ask a father of four? Regulators, mount up!

Heads Up: Gooch

Poetry Breaks: Sequence Fail

Friday, September 25 2009 2:14 PM EST | Posted by: YN | Posted in: Blog, Music

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If you don’t feel this, call the doctor. There’s a hole in your soul. Ha!

88-Keys Hears Kanye’s Next Album

Friday, September 25 2009 1:56 PM EST | Posted by: YN | Posted in: Blog, Gossip

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The lil’ nigga on the right is a snitch. Clap for him.

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No Ricky Martin.

Props: Amajanese

RR Exclusive: Snoop Dogg Goes To Heinz Field

Friday, September 25 2009 12:56 PM EST | Posted by: B.Dot | Posted in: Blog, Focus

Wrapping things up, Big Snoop Dogg hits the gridiron at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh. Basketball is my favorite sport, but I’m riding with Big Blue—and so should you.

This Week: Kurupt Meets Snoop’s Oldest Fan |Snoop Dogg & Belly On The Set Of “Hot Girl” | Snoop Dogg’s Victory Lap | Backstage With Snoop Dogg & The Snoopadelics

A Message From Ghostface

Friday, September 25 2009 12:52 PM EST | Posted by: YN | Posted in: Blog, True Story

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Just got my Wizard of Poetry CD in the mail. It’s gonna be a good weekend for the kid. Ha!

Sidebar: My physical > Your stream

Happy Birthday, T.I.

Friday, September 25 2009 12:36 PM EST | Posted by: B.Dot | Posted in: Blog, True Story

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It looks like Cliff’s going to have to celebrate his 29th in the mess hall. Bummer. According to his horoscope: When following your dreams, you are confident and self-assured. And when you’re in tune with yourself, there is nothing you cannot achieve. You are a clever communicator, and as this is an introspective year, if you listen to yourself to ensure you are following your own desires, it will lead you on the correct journey of life.

In that case, let’s give it to ‘em baby girl.

New Mixtape: DJ Parler x DJ Wonder “Punk Smoove Shit”

Friday, September 25 2009 11:48 AM EST | Posted by: B.Dot | Posted in: Blog, Music

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This was a collabo between myself and DJ Parler for the party series that we do with RareForm NYC. Straight R&B, Smoothed Out Hip-Hop, New Jack Swing, Jay Dee Bang Bangs and More! For my part of the mix I did a classic Ron G./Kid Capri-style Blends Tape. Ron even co-signed the mix on the intro!! For everyone who likes my Lip Service mixes – this has that flavor!!

— DJ Wonder a.k.a. Jack Tripper.

What are you waiting for, an invitation? Download here.

Props: Team Yee

Lupe Covers “Nas Is Like” (Governors Island)

Friday, September 25 2009 11:01 AM EST | Posted by: B.Dot | Posted in: Blog, Focus

During his set last week at Governors Island, Lupe performed the first verse of Nasir’s flawless opus, “Nas Is Like.” He then segues into his “Run This Town” freestyle. Arrrr!

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