Who isn’t rapping these days? Not even Tricky Stewart and The-Dream could save this one. Bank’s closed, Ci-Ci. YK2

[vodpod id=Video.3148664&w=425&h=350&fv=level%3D0%26amp%3Brepeat%3Dlist%26amp%3Blogo%3Dhttp%253A%252F%252Fi47.tinypic.com%252Fb4cbyr.jpg%26amp%3Bimage%3Dhttp%253A%252F%252Fi46.tinypic.com%252F3136tk0.png%26amp%3Bskin%3Dhttp%253A%252F%252Fspamtheweb.com%252Ful%252Fupload%252F2809%252F25294_bekle.swf%26amp%3Blightcolor%3DFFFFFF%26amp%3Bbackcolor%3DFF0000%26amp%3Bfrontcolor%3D000000%26amp%3Bscreencolor%3D000000%26amp%3Bbandwidth%3D1548%26amp%3Bcontrolbar%3Dover%26amp%3Bfile%3Dhttp%253A%252F%252Fa8.video.blip.tv%252F1220011799754%252FYardieiz4life-HTMIAE03956.flv%26amp%3Bdock%3Dfalse%26amp%3Bplugins%3Dviral-2] Can’t get enough of HBO’s new show? Neither can we. Luckily, Yardie came though with a recording of last night’s airing. Crisp rip for them Crisp jeans. Last week: Episode 2

Over the weekend, nude cell phone flicks of Trina hit the ‘net. Coincidentally, the Diamond Princess gave an interview with Str8NYC about the flicks, prior to the leak. Pose for the camera now.

After hitting the stage at the Phillips Arena, Jeezy took his show to the Compound nightclub. And he didn’t come alone. Plies, Trey Songz, and your ol’ lady joined the festivities. Ha-Ha! EA

DeAndre fades to black, literally, on the buzz single for his upcoming, DeAndre’s Way. Third time’s a charm. Previously: On The Set

Over the weekend, Guru suffered a heart attack and is currently in a coma at a New York-based hospital. He is slated to undergo surgery today. An outpouring of love and support has already started on Twitter. Let’s please keep Keith Elam in our prayers. Miss Info via HHDX thru HipHopWired

Mr. Birthday Bash brought out one guest for his hometown stop on Hov’s BP3 Tour. I shrugged when I knew it was Plies, but he proved me wrong with the debut of their dope new collabo off TM103. I thought the Goon said this was about to drop? I’m sure it’ll be out by manana along with more of my footage. You poorly write about it, I live it.

[vodpod id=Video.3144220&w=425&h=350&fv=configParams%3Dinstance%3Dnews%26amp%3Bvid%3D487927] In the second clip from Wayne’s Road to Rikers, Weezy says that he’s shooting seven new clips today, including a new song from Drake called “African Boombatta.” Thank us now or later? 1515

BET’s taping of Rip The Runway went down last night at the Hammerstein Ballroom in NYC. The event was hosted by actor Pooch Hall and Nicki Minaj. Performances included Trina, Soulja Boy, and Ludacris. Mo’ clicks after the jump.

Big Sean keeps it in house with this new track featuring Mr. Hudson. Back in September, the duo performed this at the RSVP Gallery in Chicago. X UPDATE:

[vodpod id=Video.3143316&w=425&h=350&fv=configParams%3Duri%253Dmgid%253Auma%253Avideo%253Amtv.com%253A487894] On Tuesday, Weezy makes his new residence on Rikers Island. But before he turns himself in, he has DJ Scoob Doo document his last days of freedom. In his final pre-jail interview, Weezy explains the origins of his Twitter alias, Liltunechi. “My nickname is Lil Tune — my grandmother named me that,” he explained. “She’s passed. My grandmother, her name was Mercedes Carter. She named me Lil Tune. We just threw the ‘Chi’ on there. Like Gucci, I […]

Before hitting the stage at the The Loft Friday night, Jermaine held a meet and greet at the New Era Store in Atlanta. And in the spirit of southern hospitality, he gave away six tickets to fans that recited his lyrics. ThecrushPOP

Jigga’s traveling circus arrived at the Phillips Arena last night in ATL and Exclusive Access was there to witness it all. At the 6:19 mark, Jeezy and special guest Plies debut their new TM103 collabo, “Lose My Mind“. Look out for footage from YN’s P.O.V. soon.

Here’s another song that never saw the light of day courtesy of Kid Cudi. Got the message? Again: Mr. X

This was never released, but it is now. Supposedly, this is a leftover from Luda’s last album, Theater Of The Mind produced by Clinton Sparks. Do you believe in magic? NR

Mr. X says this was recorded three years ago. Ah well, good music has no expiration date.

[vodpod id=Video.3137918&w=425&h=350&fv=] You saw the flicks, now here’s the clip from Stunna’s 41st born day celebration at the House of Blues. Toast’s Up! Derick G

Early this morning, a massive 8.8 earthquake rocked Chile. The magnitude of the quake poses the threat of tsunami waves throughout the Pacific. As a precautionary measure, an evacuation warning has been issued in Hawaii. Currently, Kanye West and his G.O.O.D. Music family are in the 50th state recording his new album. Below, A&R Plain Pat gives a first-hand account of the trouble in paradise. YN Update: Thankfully, it was a false alarm. But Pat hit me on DM and […]

During Big Sean’s gig at the Wild Hare in Chi Town last night, a disgruntled rapper snatches his mic and shouts “Fuck, Chicago” before getting tossed off stage. All wasn’t lost though. Before the close of the set, Sean managed to perform “Getcha Some” and “Lemonade”. FSD

On Thursday, Cudi returned to L.A. and performed “Symphonies (Remix)” with Dan Black. Then at the 2:05 mark, a fan hops onto the stage and plants a wet one on the side of Cudi’s face. This time around, the rapper kept his composure and continued the song without incident. Omen via DNC