Archive for September, 2009

Jay-Z Teaches Oprah How To Rap

Wednesday, September 23 2009 11:53 PM EST | Posted by: YN | Posted in: Blog, True Story

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Here’s a snippet of Mr. Carter sharin’ his gift with the Queen of all Media. MC Oprah? Naw, we’ll never be on that. Showtime tmw 4 pm EST. Finally!

Props: Roc 4 Life

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New Music: Young Money “Bedrock” (CDQ)

Wednesday, September 23 2009 11:46 PM EST | Posted by: YN | Posted in: Blog, Music

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Call me Mr. Flintsone ’cause you Barney Rubble muthafuckas are in big trouble. You can’t deny Rap Radar and you can’t deny this is the sound of a hit record. Here’s the full version of a future radio rotator. I got my Young Money flag in the sky on this one. Don’t shoot the messenger. Moola, bitches. Get your stacks up!

Props: Hottest Ish via Illionaire

Jay-Z Addresses Lil Mama VMA Crash

Wednesday, September 23 2009 5:33 PM EST | Posted by: B.Dot | Posted in: Blog, True Story

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From across the Atlantic, Jigga Man called Angie Martinez on Hot 97. He spoke on scoring his 11th number one album and Lil Mama crashing his set with Alicia Keys at the MTV VMA’s. Obviously, he wasn’t a happy camper.

Previously: Jay-Z Calls Oprah & Gayle

T-Pain Plugs “I Am T-Pain” On Ellen

Wednesday, September 23 2009 5:10 PM EST | Posted by: B.Dot | Posted in: Blog, Focus

This afternoon, Faheem promoted his iPhone application “I Am T-Pain” for Ellen’s studio audience and the millions of soccer moms across the country. Cha-ching.

The Wizard Of Poetry Dazzles The Def Jam Hip-Honors Pre-Party

Wednesday, September 23 2009 4:11 PM EST | Posted by: YN | Posted in: Blog, Focus

You know the catalogue, dog. Respect the legacy. The Wu conglomerate. Some things last forever, you young punks can hate all you want.

Am I My Brother’s Keeper?: Meka via U Been Jacked

DJ Jazzy Jeff vs. LL Cool J’s “Rock The Bells”

Wednesday, September 23 2009 4:07 PM EST | Posted by: B.Dot | Posted in: Blog, Focus

Peep how Will’s long time DJ slices and dices James Todd’s classic opus, “Rock The Bells” at VH1′s Hip-Hop Honors rehearsal. Pull up a chair button pushers. That boy, good.

Props: ?uestlove

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Jay-Z Calls Oprah & Gayle

Wednesday, September 23 2009 2:45 PM EST | Posted by: B.Dot | Posted in: Blog, True Story

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Before hitting the stage last Friday at Wembley Stadium, Hova called into Oprah and Gayle’s satellite radio show. They discuss her mention on Blueprint 3, O’s pass in Marcy Projects and her, um, swagga. This can’t be life.

Heads Up: 1515

Diddy’s Flying Private Again

Wednesday, September 23 2009 2:17 PM EST | Posted by: B.Dot | Posted in: Blog, Focus

Then:

During Bush’s incumbency last year, gas prices reached an all time high. In fact, it prompted Puff to ground his private jet and fly commercial. Well 365 days later, a colored man’s in office and Diddy’s got snaps on the petro. On board with Red Cafe, they head to Vegas to celebrate Red’s birthday and watch Marquez get his ass beat.

Now:

Props: 57th

Kanye West & Lady Gaga “Fame Kills” Promo Video

Wednesday, September 23 2009 2:13 PM EST | Posted by: YN | Posted in: Blog, Focus

Here’s something provocative to promote two of music’s biggest artists joining forces on their upcoming tour. Don’t think this is actually Kanye or Gaga but please don’t give them any ideas. Apparently, it’s not gonna be your average rap show, kids.

Spotted: Gaga Daily via Perez

Previously: Kanye West & Lady Gaga “Fame Kills” Tour Dates

Update: Looks like Mr. West just posted this on his site too with this caption:

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He’s so deep. Like blue sea.

RR Exclusive: Snoop Dogg & Belly On The Set Of “Hot Girl”

Wednesday, September 23 2009 1:55 PM EST | Posted by: B.Dot | Posted in: Blog, Focus

Tha Doggfather hooks up with the self proclaimed Godfather of Canada on the set of his video “Hot Girl.” Sorry Belly, but your track is lukewarm, boy.

Yesterday: Snoop Dogg’s Victory Lap