Now that you got your iTunes on in support, here’s a holiday treat. A full mastered version of everyone but B.Dot’s favorite song with the Mr. Magic classic radio drop included. Now, if we could just get our hands on Act Dos. Sidebar: YN typed this from the sky. Gogo on the Internets is your friend. I’m so fancy!

Take a stroll through Weezy’s Florida pad. Not to get it confused with this one. Spotted: LWHQ

After testing the waters with their Hood State of The Union clips, Charlamagne and Lil Duval are taking their act to MTV with Nick Cannon Presents Hatin’ on ‘09. Below is the TV listening. Get cha DVR’s ready.

According to Statik, this will appear on The Re:Union mixtape as well as his album 100 Proof: The Hangover. Unfortunately, the latter won’t feature Mr. Greene’s verse.

Global Grind snapped this before it was deleted. Considering Kevin Liles and T.I.’s relationship, perhaps The King isn’t waiting til January 1st to regain the throne. Hopefully, we’ll get some insight ASAP.

In an act of goodwill, Kanye and his boo volunteered at a homeless shelter this weekend in Los Angeles. For ‘Ye, the deed was self rewarding. “It’s just important [to give back] when you’re very blessed. [It’s nice] to spread your blessings and take time out, especially during the holidays to appreciate people who never get that appreciation,” he said. “It makes me feel really good to come out here, [with] my family, and I just thank y’all [the Los […]

[vodpod id=Groupvideo.4301923&w=425&h=350&fv=] Sunday night, Juelz Santana and Jim Jones stopped by Suzie Wong in Manhattan and gave an impromptu performance. Dipset let’s get it on. [vodpod id=Groupvideo.4301931&w=425&h=350&fv=] More At: WP

Charles returns to the game with his latest offering, Normalcy. Download here. Backcover with tracklist and stream after the jump. RadioPlanet

According to Roc 4 Life, Jigga’s new video “On To The Next One” will premiere on NBC as part of Carson Daily’s New Year Eve special. Big pimpin’ on prime time now. Previously: On The Set: Jay-Z “On To The Next One” | Jay-Z’s New Whip

Christmas night, Loso took over Webster Hall in NYC and performed a few hits from his healthy catalogue. Sit tight, There is No Competition 2 drops January 1st. Props: Nigel D.

48 hours before Christmas, Luda shot scenes in L.A. for his new video “How Low”. The real question is, how long until the release of Battle of The Sexes? Heads Up: HHNM

If you’re a fan, you’d be too. While signing autographs during the Cowboys vs. Redskins game, Wale shows his dismay for the home team after they turnover the ball. When it was all said and done, the Skins lost last night, 17-0.

Jay’s right hand man, explains why he chose not to sign to his Roc Nation label. In this case, money isn’t a major issue. “I coulda went to Roc Nation, but then what am I getting out of that? Another $150,000 check advance, then I come out [and] sell 300,000 probably, somebody makes two or three million, and I gotta mess with the fact that they gon’ say yo you bricked out? Like that’s the industry. And that’s [with a […]

This Thursday, Talib and Hi-Tek plan to ring in the New Year with a new mixtape called The Re:Union. With Statik Selektah on board, the tape will contain unreleased tracks and new cuts from their upcoming album, Revolutions Per Minute. Previously: New Music: Reflection Eternal Ft. Jay Electronica, J.Cole, Mos Def “Just Begun”

Two nights ago at The Phillips Arena in Atlanta, Trey and his fellow inventors performed the remix at Hot 107.9’s Jingle Ball concert. Tiger Woods putts and all. YK2

Fif reveals that a visual for track four off Before I Self Destruct is in the works. Expect no apologies. 57Ave

Game’s unbelievable.

Last night, Lupe Fiasco responded to Yellow Nigga’s “Blackout” rant at his home base. Sorry folks, but there’s no “beef”. As the saying goes, opinions are like— well, you know, and everyone has one. Even YN. Personally, I’m ambivalent towards Lupe’s music. One minute, I’m totally engrossed. (see: “Hip-Hop Saved My Life”) The next, I’m completely lost in translation (see: “Shining Down”). Despite Elliott’s gripes, we’ve got a job to do. Personal feelings go the way of Ron Browz. At […]

DJ Enuff is experiencing a crucial conflict. On his blog yesterday afternoon, the Heavy Hitter put himself through the ringer for not playing Jay Electronica’s “Exhibit C” on your Hot Nine Seven. Since Enuff’s taking suggestions, here’s my two cents. Screw the politics and go with your gut. If a record’s dope, play it. Let’s not forget, the DJ is the soul controller. With several hundred spins, a song can go  from “Ok” to “That’s my shit!”  Don’t second guess. […]

[vodpod id=ExternalVideo.910433&w=425&h=350&fv=] In the second installment of Birdman’s day in the life, Stunna catches up with Jay Sean and jet sets across the pond for their album release parties. Afterward, they head to Atlanta and then return to the Big Apple. Great way to rack up them frequent flyer miles. Again: Derick G. Earlier: A Day In The Life Of Birdman (Pt. 1)