Archive for April, 2011

The Marshall Mathers LP Hits Diamond

Tuesday, April 26 2011 9:40 AM EST | Posted by: Big Homie | Posted in: Blog, True Story

Em can throw his diamond in the sky once again. 11 years after its release, the RIAA has officially given Eminem’s The Marshall Mathers LP a diamond certification after moving over 10 million units domestically. Last month, The Eminem Show was recognized with the honor as well. For the record, Em becomes the first and only rapper with two diamond sets in his catalogue.

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New Video: ELLIS “Bmore Boys/Oh Lord”

Tuesday, April 26 2011 9:40 AM EST | Posted by: B.Dot | Posted in: Blog, Focus

Baltimore newcomer Ellis puts on for his city and kills two birds with his new video, “Bmore Boys/ Oh Lord”. The track’s lifted from his Blueray E. LP which you can cop here.

Kendrick Lamar Has The “HiiiPoWer”

Tuesday, April 26 2011 9:20 AM EST | Posted by: B.Dot | Posted in: Blog, Live Show

Over the weekend, Kendrick gave the first live performance of his new single “HiiiPower” in Los Angeles. Here’s film courtesy of West Coast Rydaz. Section 80 coming soon.

New Music: Pill “Motivation (Freestyle)”

Tuesday, April 26 2011 8:38 AM EST | Posted by: B.Dot | Posted in: Blog, Music

Pill was so motivated by Kelly Rowland’s new single that he recorded a quick freestyle to it. This one’s a go, go, go, too.

Meek Mill & Wale At S.O.B.’s

Tuesday, April 26 2011 8:27 AM EST | Posted by: Amaya | Posted in: Blog, Live Show

Meek Mill was the special guest last night at S.O.B.’s and during his quick set he decided to bring out his MMG compadre, Wale. Above is some footage of them performing “600 Benz”. After the cut, check out “Moment 4 Life (Freestyle)” and “Tupac Back”.

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Pac Div “Shine” At S.O.B.’s

Tuesday, April 26 2011 8:15 AM EST | Posted by: Amaya | Posted in: Blog, Live Show

Pac Div performed last night at S.O.B.’s and did most of their tracks from their latest project, Mania!. Above you can check out film of them reciting “Shine” from their mixtape, Don’t Mention It.

Odd Future Strikes Record Deal

Tuesday, April 26 2011 7:34 AM EST | Posted by: YN | Posted in: Blog, True Story

After months of being courted by the music industry’s biggest bosses, word on the curb is Odd Future are staying independent with major backing. I hear the ink ain’t dry but Odd Future Records will sign with RED Distribution/Sony. All acts under one umbrella with the same creative freedom they have now. When pressed for confirmation, manager Chris Clancy sent this statement below.

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Lupe Fiasco Performs On David Letterman

Tuesday, April 26 2011 1:02 AM EST | Posted by: Big Homie | Posted in: Blog, Live Show

In between his two gigs in NYC, Lupe kept the show going earlier with a performance of “The Show Goes On” on the Late Show With David Letterman. Do remember losers, Lasers in stores now.

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New Music: Curren$y “#JetsGo”

Monday, April 25 2011 11:45 PM EST | Posted by: Big Homie | Posted in: Blog, Music

Fresh off the release his Covert Coup EP, Spitta keeps the momentum going with another smooth groove. Support the Jet Life and cop on iTunes. Muscle Car Chronicles coming soon. #JetsGo!

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Fabolous Chucks The “Deuces” In Ghana

Monday, April 25 2011 11:27 PM EST | Posted by: Big Homie | Posted in: Blog, Live Show

Loso flew to the Mother Land and performed for the 233Connect Concert on Saturday in Ghana. Above FreshWallStreet catches Fab recite his verse off Breezy’s remix and Red Cafe’s freestyle below.

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