Archive for September, 2009

Jennifer Hudson Explains Why She’s A Diva

Friday, September 18 2009 1:20 PM EST | Posted by: YN | Posted in: Blog, R&B

Last night was the big VH1 Divas show live from BK. Good to see the girl Jennifer Hudson get her due. Now she’s a Diva like her fellow DreamGirl, Mrs. Carter. “I don’t like livin’ under your spotlight ?” I hear you, sistah girl.

Peace: Yardie

Sidebar: It’s a demo. Is there a recording Shaffer’s made that hasn’t leaked yet? SMH.

Props: Splash

Understanding Kanye West’s Haircut

Friday, September 18 2009 12:26 PM EST | Posted by: YN | Posted in: Blog, True Story

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Lost in his VMA antics was the story behind K. West’s strange new hairdo. Well after checking one of his buddies blogs, YN has found out that the design is inspired by a Keith Haring painting. Seriously. More after the cut. Ha!

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Devi Dev’s Lost Kanye West Interview

Friday, September 18 2009 11:22 AM EST | Posted by: YN | Posted in: Uncategorized

With Mr. West a piping hot topic this week, KDAY Los Angeles radio personality Devi Dev dug up an unreleased sitdown from a few months ago that she had with the mouth that roared. They speak on gay folks, Jigga, Diddy, Steve Jobs, and the kitchen sink. I don’t know if it’s one of the greatest interviews of all-time but let’s listen.

Janet Jackson VMA MJ Tribute Rehearsal

Friday, September 18 2009 11:00 AM EST | Posted by: YN | Posted in: Blog, Focus

Here’s a behind the scenes look at baby sis preppin’ for her tribute to her big brother. May the King rest in peace but—looks like ‘Dunk’ still got some junk in her trunk. Hey fellas, she’s single again! Get your weight up and your two-step together. Full special airs Saturday at 12:30 pm EST.

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Sidebar: She sounds so much like her brother here it’s kinda scary.

Jay-Z “Wonderwall” (Roundhouse, Live In London)

Friday, September 18 2009 10:20 AM EST | Posted by: YN | Posted in: Blog, Focus

I’m sure the homie Semtex will have better footage shortly, but I couldn’t wait to put this up. I was in a privileged position on stage  when Hov opened up his Glastonbury show with his tongue-in-cheek Oasis cover. Last night at Roundhouse, it was revisited. Truthfully: SC loves this jawn. Next time: Sing along, Hov!

Props: TS

Update: As promised, let me upgrade you.

Jay-Z Defends The Passion Of Kanye West

Friday, September 18 2009 10:16 AM EST | Posted by: B.Dot | Posted in: Blog, True Story

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I’m a take the cookie, not leave my ring

Earlier today, Jigga went to Jo Whiley of BBC Radio 1′s crib and spoke on Kanye’s tirade at the VMA’s last Sunday. Sorry Hov, but your bae bro is a jackass. Lil Mama too, I don’t give a fuck boo.

Bonus: We in the houseee.

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Ladies Love Too $hort

Friday, September 18 2009 9:43 AM EST | Posted by: B.Dot | Posted in: Blog, Focus

Fresh off a DUI charge, TMZ cameras capture $hort Dog conducting the ho train some lovely ladies to a Hollywood nightclub. Pimpin’ ain’t easy, beeeitch.

Props: 57th Ave

Bonus: Grab your ticket.

New Video: Ruff Ryders “Who’s Real (Remix)”

Friday, September 18 2009 8:15 AM EST | Posted by: B.Dot | Posted in: Blog, Focus

About. Time. Here’s the newest visual from the other Double R. Yep, the gang’s all here.

Props: RealTalkNY

Fabolous, Ryan Leslie, & Ne-Yo Forming Supergroup?

Friday, September 18 2009 7:41 AM EST | Posted by: B.Dot | Posted in: Blog, Focus

R. Les tells Dem 1515 Boys that he, Fabolous, and Ne-Yo are in talks to form a supergroup. Riiight. We’ve seen this movie before. Wake me up when that Pharrell shit takes flight.

Drake Disses Kia Shine

Thursday, September 17 2009 11:37 PM EST | Posted by: YN | Posted in: Blog, True Story

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If you diss Drizzy, you’ll never hear a reply for it. But if you claim responsibility for his biggest hit, he’s gonna address the matter. This pretty much confirms our previous post.

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Heads Up: All Things Fresh

Sidebar: Kinfolk gets clowned? It ain’t nothin’ new.