Author: B.Dot

Lupe Reacts To “YN’s Blackout”

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’s Torn On Playing “Exhibit C”

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. […]

Snoop Dogg On Susan Boyle’s Sales

Earlier this month, Susan Boyle’s album, I Dreamed A Dream became the third highest selling debut. In seven days, the LP sold 701,000 copies. Currently, 50 Cent holds the crown for moving 827,000 duplicates of Get Rich Or Die Tryin’ his rookie year. Back in ’93, Snoop Dogg set the tone by scanning 803,000 units of Doggystyle. At the Esquire apartment last week, Snoop commented on Susie’s success.

Just Blaze On Baseline Studios

[vodpod id=Groupvideo.4290624&w=425&h=350&fv=] In a few days, Just will be moving into his new recording facility. And with the closing of Baseline imminent, he reflects on the magic created in his studio. It’s so hard to say good bye. PDS via LTD