Whoever said conscious rappers only peddled incense and boring rhymes? Oh wait, that was me. Well, Lonnie is proving me wrong again with his new endorsement deal via Diesel cologne. Is the light on Com’s fist a Green Lantern reference? *shrugs shoulders*
Props: FSD
Sidebar: Jigga’s smelling good too.
Emil’s staff does the “Naomi Campbell walk” with the supermodel gracing their May cover. From our understanding, no celluar devices were harmed during the shoot.
On newsstands now!
Here’s Vibe‘s transcript from their feature on the walking pull quote, Max B.
My editor wants to know about the Silver Surfer and the wave.
That’s the wave right there! Always got the red eye, the sour dies sticking to the walls. I like a bitch that lick the balls, hit the mall. I’m talking real shit, right? I ain’t a real nigga with my shit? I’m real with my shit, B. VIBE ain’t ever interview a nigga like Max Biggavelli. Max Biggavells-nells. These Dr. Dre headphones? These shits like 400 bucks, because they the ultimate. ‘Cause I’m wavy and I can just buy it up, because it’s a recession.
*dies a thousand deaths*
According to Woooha, the application allows fans to take a photo of themselves, write a message, and submit them to an interactive collage. Who knows, with any luck you might pop a squad alongside Dream or Kaine.
Hot off the presses:
“Rihanna’s Headline-Making Relationship with Chris Brown Is Examined; Never–Before-Heard Details Leading Up to the Couple’s Fateful Night are Revealed
Bow Wow Candidly Discusses How Immaturity Led to His Public Breakup with Ciara and Split from Mentor Jermaine Dupri
Cam’Ron Opens Up On His Disappearance from Hip Hop to Care for His Ailing Mother; Discusses his Dipset Crew and His Comeback
Former Boxing Champion Mike Tyson Talks About the Award-Winning Documentary ‘Tyson’ Detailing His Dramatic Rise, Fall and Redemption”
After the jump, check out an excerpt of the cover story, courtesy of Vibe.com
On newsstands April 21st.
Ray’s J old piece gives her take on Eminem’s new video, “We Made You”
“I just saw Eminem’s new video for “We Made You” and he totally spoofs me!! It was a total surprise to me because I had no idea he was going to talk about me in the song. I think this video is so funny! I am a huge Eminem fan and find it flattering that he would rap about me. He’s a bit harsh about some other celebrities, but you just have to let it go and have a sense of humor. Personally, I’m honored.”
Personally, I’m honored to own this.
Spotted: Thisis50
“Queens run you niggas ask Russell Simmons…”
NYC Fun Facts:
Queens is the largest borough in NYC
Queens houses the city’s two major airports, JFK and Laguardia
Queens breeds the world’s greatest MCs.
That’s right chump, QU’s been running this rap shit for a minute. Disagree? Well, check out The NY Daily News‘ list of the borough’s royal court. It’s a Queens thing, doofy!
Wale, in this track, shows once again his ability to blend different genres. He doesn't limit himself to hip-hop, but enriches it with R&B nuances, creating a familiar sound. This fusion is not only an exercise in style, but serves to intensify the emotional impact of the song. And then there is his ability to rap. Wale is a master at playing with words, creating complex rhymes and modulating his voice to best express his emotions. In 'Blanco', his rap part is an explosion of words that intertwine with the melody, creating a hypnotic and relaxing effect. His ability to go from moments of pure energy to moments of deep introspection is what makes this track so engaging; it reminds me of when you would slow dance, hugging your woman.