Archive for July, 2010

New Music: Nelly “Tippin In The Club”

Monday, July 26 2010 5:39 PM EST | Posted by: B.Dot | Posted in: Blog, Music

Nelly’s been working on his new album, Nelly 5.0 for some time now. Who the hell knows when it’ll be released but here’s some fresh material to hold over fans and clubgoers alike.

Drake On Lil Wayne Tha Carter IV Verses

Monday, July 26 2010 4:58 PM EST | Posted by: B.Dot | Posted in: Blog, Focus

Drake took time out to gush to MTV about two Lil Wayne verses from Tha Carter IV. By Drizzy’s account, the rhymes were so good, it made him reconsider his career options. Free Weezy, already!

Wale Debuts “Friends And Strangers”

Monday, July 26 2010 4:19 PM EST | Posted by: YN | Posted in: Blog, Focus

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This is the first of a five part series of Wale presenting to Rap Radar some new tunes from his upcoming mixtape, More About Nothing. 8 days away, y’all. Seinfeld samples? Check!

Cam’Ron & Vado Perform In Brooklyn

Monday, July 26 2010 3:43 PM EST | Posted by: Big Homie | Posted in: Blog, Live Show

The U.N. represented all nations this past weekend and last night, landed at Club Nocturnal in Brooklyn. Cam’Ron & Vado’s Gunz N’ Butta drops August 31.

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Previously: Cam’Ron & Vado At DJ Nam Birthday Bash

New Video: The Roots x John Legend “The Fire”

Monday, July 26 2010 3:26 PM EST | Posted by: B.Dot | Posted in: Blog, Focus

The Roots nor John Legend appear in this video. Instead director Rik Cordero used actors for the band’s new visual. Here he explains why.

“‘The Fire’ is one of my favorite tracks off HIGO and really feels like something you’d hear in the theater. The line ‘you don’t say good luck, you say don’t give up’ inspired me to create a period piece narrative that stays true to the lyrics while adding another layer to the interpretation.”

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Willie The Kid Live In Chicago

Monday, July 26 2010 2:43 PM EST | Posted by: B.Dot | Posted in: Uncategorized

The Aphilliates’  youngest in charge was in Chi-Town last Thursday and performed at The Wild Hare. Here’s a brief clip of his set above. His Never A Dull Moment EP will be available on iTunes within the next 24 hours.

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New Music: Diplomats x Vado “Salute (Remix)”

Monday, July 26 2010 2:18 PM EST | Posted by: Big Homie | Posted in: Blog, Music

The cipher is complete? Dipset’s reunion track gets a breath of fresh air with Vado adding a verse. Salute to that. UN!

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XV Signs To Warner Bros.

Monday, July 26 2010 2:18 PM EST | Posted by: B.Dot | Posted in: Blog, True Story

The deal is signed and sealed. Now it’s time for XV to deliver after inking a deal with Warner Bros. His new mixtape, Vizzy Zone should be hitting the ‘net before summer’s end.

Behind The Scenes: Nipsey Hussle x Lloyd “Feelin’ Myself”

Monday, July 26 2010 1:31 PM EST | Posted by: B.Dot | Posted in: Blog, Focus

Before Nipsey wrapped up his new video, he and Lloyd gave Rap-Up an all access pass to their new video. Remember, South Central State Of Mind drops October 19th, marks.

Previously: On The Set: Nipsey Hussle x Lloyd “Feelin Myself”

Ski Beatz Talks “Luchini” Beat (Grind Music Radio)

Monday, July 26 2010 12:14 PM EST | Posted by: Big Homie | Posted in: Blog, Focus

Ski Beatz recently appeared on Grind Music Radio and talked about Roc-A-Fella and how Camp Lo wanted the “Politics As Usual” instrumental, but got “Luchini” instead. This is it what!