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After the walk, Cliff brought his great debate back to ESPN’s First Take. On this go round, they discuss if Michael Vick’s starting QB position is in jeopardy. Doggone it!

Kendrick mania continues. Today, he returned to 106 to discuss good kid, m.A.A.d city, comparisons to Illmatic, his BET Hip-Hop Award and then plays the game Inside The Rapper’s Studio.

T.I. also swung by to premiere his “Ball” video. He spoke on the shoot in New Orleans with Lil Wayne, updates on his family, thoughts on upcoming artists in the game and more.

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From the backyard to the skating park, T.I.P. kicks it in Tunechi’s neck of the woods for one helluva block party. Directed by Marc Klasfeld. Trouble Man drops December 18.

Following the passing of King’s pet hamster, T.I.’s boys beg for a pet dog. But first, they must show and prove to the Trouble Man that they are responsible enough to care for one.

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For Howard homecoming, Diddy had the keys to the Chocolate City. Last night, Puff partied with his Alma Mater at Ibiza Nightclub and was joined by T.I. for a performance.

T.I. hops on the good foot and tacks a verse onto Mrs. Carter’s track off her latest album 4. This ain’t half bad. Trouble Man arrives December 18th.

Rain or shine, the show goes on. Meek bares the rainy weather at yesterday’s Yardfest by bringing the Kang for a quick set. Here’s what UpTopKid caught on cam.

Kendrick brought his tour to Club Nokia last night for two shows and a whole lot of guests. Dr. Dre made his presence and assisted K-Dot on their first live performance of “Compton” followed by “The Recipe”.

Below, K-Dot is joined by Game for “The City”, Big Sean crashes “Swimming Pools” and  T.I.P. hits the stage for  ”Go Get It” and “What You Know”. Footage courtesy of 99.1% x LA Leakers.

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While debuting his new record at Atlanta’s Hot 107.9, T.I. weighs in on the friction between Gucci and Jeezy. Despite the tweet from Gucci, he says he’s keeping out of it. Wise decision, Cliff.

T.I.P. brought his Grand Hustle family over to Shade 45. During their discussion on Sway In The Morning, they eventually each displayed their capabilities on the mic.