DJ Hustle Simmons called T.I. this past Sunday on Jamn 94.5 in Boston. Below is a synopsis of their conversation. The Kang breaks down the 3 things you need to know before entering the music game, what artist he wanted on Grand Hustle that he wasn’t able to sign, a Jeezy collab album, The Family Hustle & more.

Jay-Z’s back in an Empire State of Mind with his new Facebook game, Empire. The app is currently in BETA, but players can sign up here. Below is a description of the game. “EMPIRE” takes you on a journey from the streets of Marcy Housing in Brooklyn to the hotspots of the rich and famous: from hustler, to entrepreneur, to business mogul. But, don’t forget friends and family, or your karma will suffer. Make the right choices and you can […]

It’s been four years since Nas’ last solo album. But now the drought is over and his 10th studio LP, Life Is Good will be released on July 17th. His next single “Daughters” produced by No I.D. will be out next week (May 1st). And “The Don” video debuts this Friday.

A few days ago, Brian McKnight flirted with the idea of releasing an explicit R&B mixtape. And last night, he previewed one of the songs, “If You’re Ready To Learn”. So far, the response has been enthusiastically mixed to say the least. Ha! As Hambone pointed out via Twitter, Brian ain’t new to this. On Juvenile’s “Addicted” he’s been laying his game down flat. You gon’ learn today.

The Goodie Mob got Middle America’s attention last night as they debuted their new single, “Fight To Win”.

Rockie Fresh and his fancy DeLorean cruise Chi-City in this new motion picture. Hard to decide what’s nicer, the car or the lady sitting in the passenger seat? We’re going with the former.

In due time, Joell Ortiz will tell us The Life And Times Of Sebastian Rios. But for now, here’s his latest recording over Young Jeezy’s radio rotator. Not sure this beat suits Mr. Ortiz, but he did his thing nonetheless.

Jadakiss is dropping his new mixtape this Friday. But today, he forks over a new cut featuring Wale and Styles P. Considering the line-up, this should’ve resonated more. On another note, is French Montana hip-hop’s new hook man?

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King Louie was recently on Chicago program, The Interview Show. FSD indicated that previous guests include hometown heroes Kidz N The Hall. Rhymefest, and Kid Sister. Louie gave a entertaining interview and afterward performed his regional hit, “Too Cool”.