[sparkart-clique site=”rap_radar” video=”fat_joe__bb_king”] DJ Prostyle of New York’s Power 105.1 celebrated his born last night at B.B. King Bar & Grill in Times Square. The party was to be hosted by Diddy, but unfortunately he wasn’t in attendance. Ah well, the show must go and kicking off the live performances was Fat Joe with a medley of hits. Mo’ clips on the way.

Wake up everybody, no more sleeping in bed. Here’s the latest leak from Nas and Damian’s Distant Relatives. Definitely one of the better cuts so far. UGC via Semtex

The  cameras roll as we get a first look at the F. Gary Gray directed visual for Rick Ross. I’m sure the video will be just as solid as the actual track. Besides, a  Stacey Dash feature doesn’t hurt. Teflon Don coming soon. 57th Ave

Not only does  Styles P write rhymes, but he’s venturing into books as well. Here’s a synopsis of his first novel, Invincible. The full work hits bookstores June 1st. Get your read on below.

Who else you going to trust for some good music? When all else fails, Jay Rock comes through with some organs on his latest banger. That’s Watts up! YK2

Everyone out the pool. We didn’t holla too loud with the first video and now here’s another one from Tyga and Breezy. Guess their mixtape, Fan Of A Fan is really happening. Aint’ that some G bull shit.

[vodpod id=Video.3500242&w=425&h=350&fv=] Peedi Crakk stopped by Philly’s Power 99 FM and gave his first post prison interview with Cosmic Kev. He speaks on his fallout with Jay-Z, Roc-A-Fella and blowing his $900,00 budget. Towards the end of the interview, he discusses his time in jail and says there was tension with Fat Joe from him using the name “Crack”. WSHH

We knew it was too good to be true. Yesterday a song entitled, “Letter To The Beat” featuring Lupe Fiasco and Alicia Keys dripped onto the net. Unfortunately, the track isn’t authorized nor will it appear on Lu’s next album, Lasers. According to Alicia’s engineer Ann Mincieli, the song’s producer Chad Hugo secretly passed off AK’s Pro Tool sessions and vocals. Apparently, the recordings were leftovers from 2007. As retribution, Ann posted Neptunes drum kits to download via her Twitter […]

Just got word from the powers that be that Eminem’s first single “Not Afraid” off Recovery is scheduled to drop sometime this week. Don’t get scared, now.

T.I. sets the streets ablaze in his first video since his release from prison last December. The King’s uncaged August 17th.

In the new issue of Ozone, Wayne explains why he tried to thwart the release of last year’s documentary,  The Carter. According to the film’s director QD3, Weezy stopped supporting the project days before the Sundance Film Festival. There was some controversy over the release of The Carter documentary. Did you feel like they emphasized the drug addiction aspect too much? Is that the reason you didn’t want it released? The fact that we didn’t want it released was business; […]

“Like straight up, as far as Premier’s beat style and my rhyme styles. That shit we own. You can’t duplicate that shit. Never in a fuckin’ million lifetimes.” DJ Premier speaks with his hands. “Scandalous, money, greed and lust. In this trife life, there ain’t nobody you can trust.” In deep concentration, Preem cuts the opening lyrics of Moment Of Truth‘s “Betrayal” which now have added significance. The scratches are slow and plodding. Kinda like a funeral march. But tears […]

The Radio Killa mentioned this awhile back. Jeezy was the first to appear on this. Now, The Dream shares the throne with Luda. Stay tuned, a video for this is on the way. This Is RNB Previously: The-Dream x Young Jeezy “Love King (Remix)

Eve announced earlier this year that she was severing ties from Interscope Records. She gives VIBE the reasoning behind her departure and broken promises. “They promised me the machine. The machine is basically the roll out. It’s ‘Yo, when [Flirt] comes out, we’ll give you this, we’ll give you that. And that’s what made me mad. It’d be different if we didn’t have a mtg where people promised me shit. If they were just like ‘Oh we’re going to put the album out and […]

Cube puts the Coast on his back with his first single off I Am The West. Throw them dubs up, mark. HHNM

Although Bun B’s from Texas, don’t expect him to drive slow at this year’s Gumball 3000 rally. Uncle Bun recently added him name to the international race along with fashion designer Mike Malbon. Other celebrity racers include, DJ Muggs, Xzibit, and Tony Hawk. The rally kicks off May 1st in London and will make stops in Europe, Canada, and the U.S. The race ends 3,000 miles later on May 7th in Times Square.

Game’s new mixtape The Red Room is scheduled to drop today. But until that happens, here’s a look at the cover and tracklist. UPDATE: The eagle has landed. Download here. XXL

The distant relatives unite for their new video, “As We Enter”. Remember, the album drops May 18th. Underneath is behind the scenes footage.

Curious as to what it looks like? Get the scoop from Plies, Jeezy, and Fabolous on this new cut off Goon Affiliated.

[sparkart-clique site=”rap_radar” video=”preem_and_pete”] During the opening set of his Guru Salute mix, DJ Premier is greeted by Pete Rock who has a show at the same time on Shade 45. Of course, the chocolate boy wonder had to make time to pay his respects. Remember the two do battle next Sunday May 2 in Japan. Who’s comin’ with me? Ha!