Dumb rappers need teaching. Luckily, Sean Price and Red Bull have teamed up to open up a rap clinic. There should be one of these on every corner.

Wednesday nights are usually crazy at Perfections night club in Queens. And with Power 105.1’s DJ Self holding things down, Rick Ross came through last week to see what the fuss was about. He seems pleased. Ha! God Forgives, I Don’t arrives 7.31.12.

Bas is the first artist on J.Cole’s Dreamville label. He’s set to debut his mixtape, Quarter Water Raised Me Vol. 2 soon, but for now, here’s the first joint off the project—for free.

Yesterday afternoon, Busta Rhymes headlined the annual Brooklyn Hip-Hop Festival. He brought out Slick Rick, Boot Camp Clik and A Tribe Called Quest, but all that was eclipsed by his Leaders Of The New School reunion. After nearly 20 years, here’s their first live performance of “Scenario”. birthplacemag

Cam’ron was back in Brooklyn last night and headlined a concert at The Well. The event was hosted by social media guru 40 oz and DJ’d by Plain Pat. Here are a few highlights shot by 40.

It’s been almost 20 years since Busta Rhymes and former Leaders Of The New School member Charlie Brown spoke. But last night at the annual Brooklyn Hip-Hop Festival, he confirmed with YN that they finally buried the hatchet. That’s love the BK way!

Kendrick gets inebriated with the latest leak off his debut album, good kid, m.A.A.d city. T-Minus’ production here is intoxicating. Album arrives October 22nd.

Clinton Sparks is back for the third time with the latest edition of My Awesome Mixtape. On this go-round, the project features mash-ups and new verses from Ludacris, Rick Ross, and Fabolous. You can stream or download it after the jump.

Wax has his hands full with Rosana in his new video. The sexual innuendos and mariachi band really bring this clip to life. If you like what you hear, download it on iTunes.

Chicago upstart Rockie Fresh, let the cat out the bag yesterday and announced his signing with Rick Ross’ Maybach Music Group. Hours later, Rockie talked to MTV about the deal. Sidebar: Rolling Stone Interview