Early this morning, Drake gave an update on his blog regarding his debut set, Thank Me Later. He says that he’s putting the finishing touches on the work’s final track.

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Diggy was on BET’s number one spot last night and gave an interview with Terrence and Rocsi. Afterward, he recited a prepared freestyle. illroots

[vodpod id=Video.3343305&w=425&h=350&fv=configParams%3Dvid%253D498704%2526uri%253Dmgid%253Auma%253Avideo%253Amtv.com%253A498704] Snoop provides some insight as to his new music video with Kid Cudi. Apparently, the clip’s going to be in your face like a can of mace. “We search the whole globe trying to find happiness, and sometimes, it sits right there in front of us in that tree. That’s what the song is about; that’s what the video is about. It’s an imagination video where it’s 3-D and you see.” MTV B4: On The Set: That Tree

Ball and G stand on their own two with their 10th studio album. Pick up a copy on May 4th. Previously: 8 Ball & MJG x Young Dro “Bring It Back” Once Mo: Nav

Jermaine brought out Young Chris last night at S.O.B.’s and performed their duet “Still The Hottest”.  The song appears on Chris’ upcoming mixtape, The Network 2. Afterward, he recited a new song called, “Trouble”.

When Jazzy Jeff isn’t spinning at your favorite nightspot, he’s been working with R&B upstart, Ayah on her debut album This Way. But before its release, here’s a sample of things to come. Download here and give it a whirl.

As we told you yesterday, the NCAA commissioned Diddy’s new song, “Hello Good Morning” for the championship basketball game April 5th. What we didn’t know was that video was being shot for it as well. Take a look at the ball in Puff and Dirty Money’s court. HHNM

Last Thursday, Cudder tested out some new material at Purdue University in Indiana. Click play to check out Cudi’s melody. HHNM

That’s right, Uncle L says he’s gettin’ played. The Sly Fox strikes again! Previously: LL Cool J To Appear On Sarah Palin’s Fox News Show

Fully clothed this time around, Ms. Badu booked her “Window Seat” last night on Jimmy Kimmel Live! Sidebar: Erykah could of gotten jail

You already know. Trigga shares the April/May issue of VIBE with Jeezy. The image is reminiscent of Usher’s first cover with the magazine back in 1998. We’ll stay dry on this one. YBF

Nickel Nine treated the Internets with a short version of an upcoming track off his Bar Exam 3.  Not only does this feature Uncle Bun, but it’s 10 minutes long and will feature the rest of the Slaughterhouse crew. Stay tuned.

Kamaal spared 5 minutes of his time at Brookyn Bowl to chop it up with the Brooklyn Bodega. The rapper/producer spoke briefly on who he’s checking for musically,his next solo project and who the artists he’s currently in the lab with. BB: You seem to be very selective when it comes to picking artists to produce for. So how do you go about choosing projects? Q-Tip: I just try to work with people who I admire or whom I think has got […]

Despite the rain, fans packed S.O.B.’s last night to see J.Cole hit the stage for the first time. After finishing his set, Cole gave an encore performance of his street single, “Who Dat” produced by Elite. Prior to that, he premiered some verses. Check ’em out after the jump.

The hottest in the hood just got upgraded with help from the trio from YO. Ill would be an understatement here. TMInc. x HITH

Hey ladies with the serious shoes, Maino has a track for you. Splash

Yesterday, Jae Millz’ gripes over the selection of XXL‘s Freshmen class caused a firestorm on the ‘Net. Today, Jermaine responded in a sit-down with Mikey Fresh, and says Millz is entitled to his own opinion, but knows where he stands. However, below his classmate, Nipsey wasn’t so kind. YK2 Update: Gangsta Gibbs chimes in too.

Get your lean on with Crooked I’s latest offering going in over a classic from the People’s Champ. Love is love to the O.G.s from the new West. There’s one West.

Yesterday, RZA phoned into Sirius/XM radio during Ghost’s guest appearance on DJ Envy and DJ Self’s show. The Wu-Tang producer showed support for Wu-Massacre, talks about his current projects and shares his thoughts on Hip-Hop today. Best of Both Offices