Archive for October, 2009

Chris Brown Takes His Shirt Off (Powerhouse)

Wednesday, October 28 2009 12:55 PM EST | Posted by: YN | Posted in: Blog, Live Show

Warning: This post is for the opposite sex.

Around the 1:30 mark, Maurice makes Faheem proud by goin’ topless for “Take You Down.” The fight for the T-shirt that was tossed I witnessed firsthand. Let’s just say, it got a lil testy. After the jump, dude puts his jacket back on and gives Juelz Santana a chance to shine. Too bad he drops the ball.

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J.Cole: A Star Is Born (Part 3)

Wednesday, October 28 2009 12:45 PM EST | Posted by: Big Homie | Posted in: Blog, Focus

In part 3 of the “A Star Is Born” series, Jermaine reflects on Wale hopping on stage during his set. He then segues into the importance of Twitter and the connecting with his fans. #welovejcolemusic

Props: KarenCivil

Previously: Part 2 l   Part 1

Jay-Z & Steve Stoute’s Super Sweet 16

Wednesday, October 28 2009 12:34 PM EST | Posted by: B.Dot | Posted in: Blog, Newsstand Stan, True Story

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Fortune love lists. In fact on their latest 40 under 40 Business roll, Hov and Stoute are pitted at the 16th spot. Sorry YN, maybe next year. Coming in at number one are Google boss hogs Sergey Brin and Larry Page. You can bullshit with rap if you want.

Plies Pays Fan $1,000 To Leave His Show

Wednesday, October 28 2009 12:11 PM EST | Posted by: Big Homie | Posted in: Blog, True Story

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Algernold is for the kids too. Before performing “Bust It Baby” at FAMU this past weekend, UrbanDaily reports Plies gave away a stack to an underage fan and was asked to leave. Anyone under 18 show try to weasel their way in to his gig.  After all, he’s got plenty money.

On To The Next One: Chris Brown Feels Good (Powerhouse)

Wednesday, October 28 2009 11:53 AM EST | Posted by: YN | Posted in: Blog, Live Show, R&B

After polishing off his new tune, C Breezy gets to steppin’ on the first single off his second album, Exclusive. Later “Wall To Wall” is interrupted in the bridge by a BP3 Hova song. A field day for the gossipers. After the jump, another hip-hop interlude before “Yo (Excuse Me Miss)” to represent how Ri-Ri’s ex is feelin’ tonight.

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50 Cent Plays Triple C’s Trivia

Wednesday, October 28 2009 11:34 AM EST | Posted by: Big Homie | Posted in: Blog, Focus

“If you happen to know the answer to this question … Call 911″

Curtis’ comedy amazes me. Currently on his promo tour for Before I Self Destruct, Boo Boo stopped by NC’s 102 Jamz and played Triple Cs trivia with callers. Honestly, I can’t name all members of the Carol City Cartel either. The only triple c’s I can identify are on Ross’ chest. Before I Self Destruct in stores November 23rd. Custom Cars & Cycles in stores now.

Rick Ross Over Two Million Sold

Wednesday, October 28 2009 11:17 AM EST | Posted by: Big Homie | Posted in: Blog, True Story

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Officer Ricky received a medal of valor plaque for moving over two million units. 21 gun salute.

Snoop Dogg Kickin’ It With Justin Timberlake

Wednesday, October 28 2009 11:02 AM EST | Posted by: Big Homie | Posted in: Blog, Live Show

On week six of Snoop’s Malice N Wonderland series, Tha Doggfather kicks it with JT backstage at the Shriners Hospitals for Children Open in Las Vegas. That’s right, Snoop Dogg’s for the children too.

Props: 57thAve

Mario & Friends (Powerhouse)

Wednesday, October 28 2009 10:32 AM EST | Posted by: YN | Posted in: Blog, Focus

Although Fab was the only MC on the bill, several rappers popped up during Mario’s set. Can someone say street credibility? Witness Jim Jones ballin’ with Webstar and after the break, Maino and Red Cafe check in. I know. Can you take the excitement?

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Fabolous Loves A Medley (Powerhouse)

Wednesday, October 28 2009 10:14 AM EST | Posted by: YN | Posted in: Blog, Live Show

The lone rap act at last night’s show showed why there’s not a lot of flip cam footage of him live. Like Jay-Z in his early days, Fabolous’ charisma just doesn’t come across enough and connect to the audience. Maybe I shoulda went to Boston. Anyways, up top, F-A-B-O delivered the first of several medleys of the night. Yup, he’s a hit-one-verse and quit it kinda guy. I coulda used a lil more of “Imma Do It.” On the other side, Ryan Leslie gets a late pass as Keri Hilson joins in on “Everything, Everyday, Everywhere.” The latter describes Rap Radar. Ride with us or collide with us.

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