Archive for April, 2011

Nas & Damian Marley At Coachella

Monday, April 18 2011 3:49 PM EST | Posted by: Big Homie | Posted in: Blog, Live Show

Before Kanye closed out the three-day music festival last night, Nasir and Damian Marley brought their Distant Relatives sound to Indio California by performing their solo and joint tracks. Raise your fists in the air.

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New Music: Swizz Beatz “Live From Paris”

Monday, April 18 2011 3:47 PM EST | Posted by: Amaya | Posted in: Blog, Music

Bonjour. For this week’s Monster Mondays, monsieur Beatz takes us to “The City Of Lights” by hopping on MGMT’s track, “Electric Feel“. Can’t lie, this sounds très bien.

GLAAD Reacts To Lil B I’m Gay Title

Monday, April 18 2011 2:47 PM EST | Posted by: Big Homie | Posted in: Blog, Newsstand Stan

Over the weekend, Lil B revealed that I’m Gay was the title of his next album. While many have had mixed reactions, he’s gotten support from the Gay and Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation. Here’s what they told XXL:

“As a lyricist, Lil B knows that words matter. Slurs have the power to fuel intolerance. We hope that Lil B’s album title is not just a gimmick, and is really a sincere attempt to be an ally. He has the platform and the voice. We hope he uses it in a positive way.”

Fabolous Discusses Acting Roles

Monday, April 18 2011 2:45 PM EST | Posted by: B.Dot | Posted in: Blog, Focus

Back in 2006, Fab got his first look on the silver screen with a cameo in Scary Movie 4. Since then he’s starred in his movie Loso’s Way and appeared in a skit on the Colbert Report. In our final clip, Fab speaks on getting bit by the acting bug.

Breaks: Rockin’ For My Hometown

Monday, April 18 2011 1:14 PM EST | Posted by: Amaya | Posted in: Blog, Breaks

Yeah Just Bleezy!

New Video: Skillz “Enjoying The View”

Monday, April 18 2011 12:59 PM EST | Posted by: Big Homie | Posted in: Blog, Focus

The World Needs More Skillz indeed, so with that being said, the man himself gives us his latest clip for our viewing pleasure. The leading lady is definitely a sight worth seeing.

50 Cent Releasing First Single This Week

Monday, April 18 2011 12:20 PM EST | Posted by: Big Homie | Posted in: Blog, True Story

Although its been a minute since we’ve got a freebie from Curtis, don’t think he’s been slacking. Yesterday, he said he’s finally ready to let go of his first single from his untitled LP. Get your comments ready!

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New Music: Estelle x Rick Ross “Break My Heart”

Monday, April 18 2011 11:30 AM EST | Posted by: B.Dot | Posted in: Blog, R&B

Estelle teams up with another American boy for her lead single off her upcoming LP, All Of Me. Heartbreak never felt so good.

Bonus: Speech!

New Music: U2 x Jay-Z “Sunday Bloody Sunday”

Monday, April 18 2011 11:20 AM EST | Posted by: Amaya | Posted in: Blog, Music

Last year, Hov and U2 traveled to Australia for their five city 360 Tour. During the band’s set, Jay-Z joined them on stage to perform their collaboration. For the limited edition of U2: Duals LP, the band released a high quality recording of the performance. You can purchase the LP by subscribing to their fan club.

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New Video: Keyshia Cole “Take Me Away”

Monday, April 18 2011 11:16 AM EST | Posted by: Amaya | Posted in: Blog, R&B

Keyshia’s been away for a minute, but she’s back with a new video from her latest album, Calling All Hearts. Directed by Taj Stansberry. Take us away, Ms. Cole.