Author: B.Dot

RR’s ’09 Best Albums: #9 Rick Ross “Deeper Than Rap”

Hip-hop’s top cop wasn’t taking any prisoners last year. In the midst of controversy and severe backlash, Ross was shielded by cinematic production and clever wordplay on his third time out. He tried to bury his comp with “Valley of Death” but seemingly brought life to “Maybach Music 2”. He kicked endearing fables (“Rich Off Cocaine”), taunted foes (“Mafia Music”), and laughed in the face of danger (“Gunplay”). With the odds against him, Rick proved that good music runs deep. […]

RR’s ’09 Worst Singles: #10 Jadakiss x OJ Da Juiceman “Who’s Real”

According to Billboard, Jadakiss and OJ Da Juiceman’s “Who’s Real” peaked at number 18 on the Rap Charts and stayed there for 14 weeks. Psssh, I demand a recount! Despite becoming a local NY hit, this dud couldn’t cross state lines. These two aren’t in the same bracket and damn sure don’t belong on the same track. “Silver Hummer, on eights /Life’s good, I’m straight/ Clap your hands one time you relate…” Is that the best you got, OJ? Sorry, […]

Lil Wayne’s Tour Do The Most

Guess Birdman was right. According to Pollstar, Lil Wayne’s tours came in as the 26th highest grossing North American series of 2009. The site estimates that Weezy generated $32 million in show revenue. If you ain’t gettin’ no money, it don’t mean nothin’. Ya heard me? Heads Up: VIBE via AHH