Archive for September, 2010

John Legend & The Roots Takeover YouTube

Tuesday, September 21 2010 3:44 PM EST | Posted by: B.Dot | Posted in: Blog, Focus

John Legend and The Roots were given the reigns today at YouTube in support of their project Wake Up! On the site’s homepage, the factions highlight some of their favorite clips inspired by the album.

Wyclef Officially Ends Presidential Bid

Tuesday, September 21 2010 3:21 PM EST | Posted by: Big Homie | Posted in: Blog, True Story

After a month of Wyclef contesting his presidency nomination snub, the rapper has officially decided to denounce his candidacy for President of Haiti. Last month, Clef was denied for failing to meet residency requirements.

“After weeks of quiet but painstaking reflection with my wife and daughter, I have chosen to end my bid for the presidency of Haiti. This was not an easy conclusion to reach; but it is one that was thoughtfully made, taking into account many, many competing factors and weighing the course that will best advance the healing of the country and help it find the quickest path to recovery.”

This was not an easy conclusion to reach. Some battles are best fought off the field, and that is where we take this now. Our ultimate goal in continuing the appeal was to further the people’s opportunity to freely participate in a free and fair democratic process.”

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L.A. Reid Released From Def Jam ?

Tuesday, September 21 2010 2:29 PM EST | Posted by: B.Dot | Posted in: Blog, Gossip

Time to chuck the deuces? Rumors are circulating today that Def Jam has fired L.A. Reid. For six years, Reid has served as the label’s Chairman after founder Lyor Cohen’s departure. Although he’s had success with artists like The Killers and Justin Bieber, he faced scrutiny for signing acts like Jennifer Lopez and Shyne. Let’s see how this one unfolds.

UPDATE: XXL reached out to a label rep who said, “[The rumors] are completely untrue and without merit.”

New Music: Kendrick Lamar “Give Me Some Of You”

Tuesday, September 21 2010 1:36 PM EST | Posted by: B.Dot | Posted in: Blog, Music

Radio personality Devi Dev and producer Terrace Martin have joined forces and are set to release their collaborative experience, Here, My Dear next week. Below is one of the recordings featuring Mr. Kendrick Lamar.

New Music: Lil Wayne x Drake “Gonorrhea”

Tuesday, September 21 2010 12:58 PM EST | Posted by: Big Homie | Posted in: Blog, Music

Not only is gonorrhea an STD, but it’s also the first track from Lil Wayne’s new LP, I Am Not A Human Being. Album drops on his birthday next Monday. That’s something to clap for. Ha!

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New Mixtape: Maino The Art Of War

Tuesday, September 21 2010 12:26 PM EST | Posted by: Big Homie | Posted in: Blog, Mixtapes

We’re all about making love not war, but as promised, Maino delivers his latest mixtape, hosted by DJ Drama. Tracklist and download link after the jump.

Yesterday: If Tomorrow Comes The Film Pt.1

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Drake On Lil Wayne Post Jail Concert

Tuesday, September 21 2010 12:18 PM EST | Posted by: Big Homie | Posted in: Blog, Focus, Live Show

A month ago, Drake revealed that a welcome home concert for Lil Wayne was planned the day after his release from Rikers Island. And with Drizzy’s tour wrapping up in Vegas around the same time, he tells MTV2′s Sucker Free, that the two could take the stage together. But before any of that happens, check out footage from Drake’s first gig last night in Miami.

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Pimp C’s Radio One Tirade

Tuesday, September 21 2010 11:07 AM EST | Posted by: B.Dot | Posted in: Blog, True Story

Trae Tha Truth appeared on The Morning After With Angela Yee today and spoke on his ban from Houston radio. He said before Pimp C passed in 2007, he faced a similar dilemma with H-Town’s 97.9 The Box. He then played audio of him throwing programmer Terri Thomas under the bus. Can’t Ban Tha Truth next Tuesday.

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Sidebar: Throwback rants here and here.

Jazmine Sullivan Love Me Back Cover & Track List

Tuesday, September 21 2010 10:11 AM EST | Posted by: Big Homie | Posted in: Blog, R&B

Personally, I can’t get enough of Jazmine’s current radio rotator, neither can these guys. Anywho, Nav shares the artwork and tracklist for the songstress’ October 5th release.

1. Holding You Down (Goin’ In Circles)
2. 10 Seconds
3. Good Enough
4. Don’t Make Me Wait
5. Love You Long Time
6. Redemption
7. Excuse Me
8. U Get On My Nerves
9. Stuttering
10. In Vain
11. Famous
12. Luv Back

Lil Boosie “Last Dayz” Episode 7

Tuesday, September 21 2010 10:09 AM EST | Posted by: Big Homie | Posted in: Blog, Focus

Are you ready for the next episode? Here’s Boosie’s latest before heading to the slammer last year. Two mo’ to go.

Previously: Ep. 6