Despite being on our most disappointing list, Lupe’s Lasers has hit the 500k mark. Earlier this year, his lead single struck gold and he achieved his first debut at number one. ‘Lu fans rejoice! lupend

With two tracks already receiving great feedback, here’s a clip of DJ Green Lantern’s artist in the studio with the Evil Genius as well as DJ Premier and Pete Rock. Time Served is almost here.

Die-hard Knicks fan, Slim Joe sat with Rahim The Dream and gave his prediction on the Knickerbockers season. For those keepin’ score, the team currently stands at 5-4 and hosts the Philadelphia 76ers tonight at MSG. Let’s go Melo!

Hov’s business ventures keep going and going. During the CES convention in Vegas, it was announced that Duracell Powermat JV has tapped Jay as their new spokesperson and investment partner. Statement from Jay not included. nymag

Wanna see some bad acting? Well after releasing their duet earlier today, Wiz and Amber face off in this preview of their upcoming Western flick, Gang Of Roses 2. Film hits theaters the ‘net February 14. L-O-V-E. karen civil

After announcing the mixtape last month, K.R.I.T. has finally given it a release date of February 20 and his fist single, “I Got This” on February 1. Don’t forget, Live From The Underground is also on the way. hhnm

In the latest episode of Tony Williams’ R2KOTF series, he shares unreleased footage of Kanye’s Graduation studio session where Ye plays the original “Big Brother” beat for Jay, which features a Prince sample. In this 4th episode of #Road2KoTF, Tony takes us into the studio for the creation of ‘Flashing Lights’, the writing sessions for ‘Champion’ & ‘Barry Bonds’ as well as showcasing, for the first time, an intimate look into the New York session when Kanye played ‘Big Brother’ […]

There’s a new guy in town. And in support of his Definition Of Fuck Shit 2, Alley Boy hits the mean streets of Chicago for his new video. Come fuck with him if you wanna.

The Killa Bees continued their Wu Fest tour and swarmed the Windy City two nights ago. Above they perform “Wu-Tang Clan Ain’t Nuthing Ta Fuck Wit” at the Congress Theater. “Tearz” below. fsd

PETA is gonna have a field day with Twist’s pink mink. Nonetheless, he and labelmate Bussa-Bus, crank up the volume for their new video. Directed by Hype Williams. Don’t Get It Twisted on March 20. rap-up