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Wale borrows the guy on the left’s instrumental for a freestyle to cap off the week. Thanks Mr. Folarin, you’re far too kind.

Cam and his protégé utilize a sped up soul sample on this new cut. You heard Killa, this is dedicated to you boo-boo.

For 2009 Bowl Week, ESPN blessed B.o.B. with a visual for his record off the NBA Live 2010 soundtrack. No time for losahs!

At a press conference in Paris, Rihanna says she loves her GQ magazine cover. To date, she says it’s one of her favorite photo shoots. No disagreements here.

Heads Up: HHS

In conjunction with Myspace Music, 50 channels The Sugar Hill Gang with “Rapper’s Delight”. In the second clip, he interpolates the song and recites “Gangsta’s Delight” off Before I Self Destruct. Bang bang boogie.

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Hot 97′s DJ Enuff and his family appeared on Dr. Oz this afternoon. Ephram spoke on his unhealthy lifestyle and being diagnosed with diabetes. After undergoing a check up, The Heavy Hitter promised to quit smoking and whip himself into shape. Seems like he’s already on the right track.

On paper, collaborating with Rakim sounds like a good idea. Unfortunately, the results are bad. Not Michael Jackson “Bad”. Take a listen below if you disagree. Cocoa Chanelle on the hook. Ty Fyffe on the beat.

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As you can see, The Clipse held their clothing line’s anniversary party in the L.E.S. section of Manhattan a couple nights ago. Hipsters, show your invitation at the door.

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Produced by 1500 Or Nothin is Malice N Wonderland’s iTunes bonus track. Automatic always trumps manual.

Well, there you have it. No release date for LASERS. But on the flip side, Lupe confirms it won’t be his final album. In fact, according to LupeEnd, he’s already on to the next one.

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