Archive for July, 2011

50 Cent Signs Genasis

Thursday, July 21 2011 8:54 AM EST | Posted by: B.Dot | Posted in: Blog, True Story

50 Cent’s snatching free agents left and right. Coming off the heels of signing Kidd Kidd, Fif has enlisted Genasis to his G-Unit roster. If you’re like us and unfamiliar with his sound, check out his track “Jackie Chan”. On his Twitter account, he thanked everyone for their support. Let’s see what he do with it.

Just inked a deal with @50cent ..I’m Officially G-unit recordsI salute every REAL nigga dat hit me up and said “Congrats”..Especially if you an artist..All da rest of you rappers dat only pay homage when we face to face its all good #G-unit. I would luv to thank all Homies,Fans,Supporters and most of all @50cent for makin a nigga dream come true #SK #G-unit

Wale: The Making Of Ambition (Part 1)

Thursday, July 21 2011 6:27 AM EST | Posted by: YN | Posted in: Blog, Focus

Here’s footage of Mr. Folarin in the lab working on his MMG debut album. It’s a long road to the Grammys. Strive for excellence.

2011 MTV Video Music Awards Nominees

Wednesday, July 20 2011 11:32 PM EST | Posted by: Big Homie | Posted in: Blog, True Story

The nominees for the annual MTV Video Music Awards were announced this evening. Kanye comes in with six nods while Odd Future’s Tyler, The Creator scores two for Best New Artist and Video Of The Year for “Yonkers“. #swag! The ceremony airs at The Nokia Theatre in L.A. on August 28.

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New Music: Tyrese Ft. Rick Ross x R.Kelly “I Gotta Chick (Remix)”

Wednesday, July 20 2011 10:49 PM EST | Posted by: Amaya | Posted in: Blog, R&B

We had Tyga spit a verse on the original, but now Tyrese lets loose the official remix of his latest single with a new verse from The Bawse. The ladies are gonna love this one. Open Invitation is coming soon.

New Music: Wiz Khalifa, Curren$y & Big Sean “Weed Brownies”

Wednesday, July 20 2011 9:37 PM EST | Posted by: Amaya | Posted in: Blog, Music

Now that we know Big Sean is doing a mixtape with Wiz & Spitta, here is yet another treat from the project, with production by Big Jerm.

Previously: Flowers | O.T.T.R

New Music: Jay-Z x Kanye West “Otis”

Wednesday, July 20 2011 7:31 PM EST | Posted by: B.Dot | Posted in: Blog, Music


We’re just two weeks away from the release of Jay-Z and Kanye’s Watch The Throne. And today, Funkmaster Flex got the call to premiere the latest recording off the project. Album available August 1st and 5th.

UPDATE: No Tags via Life + Times and lyrics

UPDATE 2: Flex shit-talkin’ radio debut

UPDATE 3: Flex rant Pt. 2. Rap Radar shout at 6:40 mark.

Breaks: Bow Down

Wednesday, July 20 2011 7:30 PM EST | Posted by: YN | Posted in: Blog, Breaks

Let’s go Joell!

New Music: Busta Rhymes “So In Love (Remix)”

Wednesday, July 20 2011 7:19 PM EST | Posted by: Big Homie | Posted in: Blog, Music

For Busta’s latest freestyle, he caters to the ladies by tacking a verse to Chrisette Michele and Rick Ross’ duet. Gotta love the Conglomerate. Let Freedom Reign in stores now.

New Video: Pusha T x Tyler The Creator “Trouble On My Mind”

Wednesday, July 20 2011 6:44 PM EST | Posted by: Amaya | Posted in: Blog, Focus

Pusha and Tyler cruise through the city causing trouble in their new visual. Don’t forget, Fear Of God: Let Us Pray on August 23.

Kendrick Lamar, Jay Rock, Ab-Soul & Schoolboy Q “Toca Tuesdays Freestyle”

Wednesday, July 20 2011 6:27 PM EST | Posted by: Amaya | Posted in: Blog, True Story

K-Dot, Jay Rock, Ab-Soul, and Schoolboy Q all stopped by Tony Touch’s Toca Tuesdays show last night and Al was present to catch the fantastic four doing their one-two thing. Video coming next week.

UPDATE: Now with footage.