Behind The Scenes Of Raekwon’s “Catalina” Video

Monday, September 21 2009 3:38 PM EST | Posted by: B.Dot | Posted in: Blog, Focus

Hear it straight from the horse’s mouth. Mo’ darts after the cut.

Props: T3Beast

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New Video: Lil Scrappy x Ludacris “Addicted To Money”

Monday, September 21 2009 2:46 PM EST | Posted by: B.Dot | Posted in: Blog, Focus

Scrappy and Luda bring the Heat in this new visual. Money isn’t everything. Wait, actually it is.

Props: UHTN x OS

New Video: Method Man x Redman “How Bout That”

Monday, September 21 2009 2:28 PM EST | Posted by: B.Dot | Posted in: Blog, Focus

Commercially, Blackout 2! was unfairly overlooked. Hopefully, Cliff and Reggie’s new clip will shed some light to those still left in the dark. Pardon the weed carriers and support that real rap stuff.

Props: HHNM via WSHH

J.Cole x Jimmy Jazz: Fall Fresh

Monday, September 21 2009 1:59 PM EST | Posted by: B.Dot | Posted in: Blog, True Story

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Look who’s fresh dressed like a million bucks. With today marking the official end of Summer, Jimmy Jazz announced that J.Cole will be the centerpiece of their Fall Fresh Campaign. According to the press release, the campaign will stretch from New York to Illinois and tap over 80 Jimmy Jazz locations. Told you, he’s focused man.

Previously: J.Cole Interview With ABC News

RR Exclusive: Backstage With Snoop Dogg & The Snoopadelics

Monday, September 21 2009 1:02 PM EST | Posted by: B.Dot | Posted in: Blog, Focus

Here’s a backstage pass to Snoop’s recent gig in Pittsburgh, PA. Easy on the language Kurupt! Check back all week for more exclusive audio footage. Welcome aboard, Doggfather.

Roc Raida 52 Beats

Monday, September 21 2009 12:56 PM EST | Posted by: YN | Posted in: Blog, Music

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In memory of Roc Raida, here’s a classic mix he put together of breakbeats inspired by Kid Capri’s legendary mixtape of the same name. Thanks to DJ Wonder for the tip. Download here.

Props: Domeshots and Fat Laces

J.Cole Interview With ABC News

Monday, September 21 2009 12:04 PM EST | Posted by: B.Dot | Posted in: Blog, True Story

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Light-skinned Jermaine tells ABC News that he’s in the zone like the homie 2-3.

“LeBron does everything. He can shoot, he can pass, he can handle the ball, he gets rebounds … That’s how I feel, whether its lyrics, or flow or beats. I just feel like I’m a renaissance man, like I’m revolutionizing the game. There’s been people who’ve rapped and produced—like Kanye—but I don’t feel like on the rapping side there’s ever been a producer who can rap as good as I think I can rap.”

Does Eminem count?

Props: NR

Clipse Cover Oct/Nov 2009 Complex

Monday, September 21 2009 11:19 AM EST | Posted by: B.Dot | Posted in: Blog, Newsstand Stan

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The Thorntons cover 1/3 of the next issue of Complex. Speaking with journo Damien Scott, the brothers touched on their musical palettes and how their Play Cloths line came out of necessity. After the jump, check out a behind the scenes look from the shoot. Read the rest of this entry »

HP Envy 15: Beats By Dr. Dre Edition

Monday, September 21 2009 11:00 AM EST | Posted by: B.Dot | Posted in: Blog, True Story

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My Italian is a bit rusty, but apparently Dr. Dre has teamed up with Hewlett-Packard to create a limited edition laptop. No word on availability or price point, but be prepared to pay like you weigh.

Sidebar: Lady Gaga’s all ears.

Jay-Z Wants To Stretch—Yoga

Monday, September 21 2009 10:45 AM EST | Posted by: B.Dot | Posted in: Blog, True Story

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According to TVNZ, Hov says Coldplay’s Chris Martin has inspired him to consider takin’ up Yoga.

“Chris hasn’t tried to get me to do yoga yet but I am close to doing it. I’m envious of what he can do on stage. Watching him is amazing, he can really move. I want to be able to move like that, get my leg behind my ear, things like that.”

Russell Rush approves this message.

Previously: Jay-Z On The Price Of Fame