[vodpod id=Video.9499335&w=540&h=350&fv=] Jadakiss is the latest guest on Fuse’s Hip Hop Shop. In the clip above, Kiss tells Touré the concept behind his latest mixtape, I Love You (A Dedication To My Fans). Show some love and cop it here.
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Here’s the official poster for A Tribe Called Quest’s short-film, Beats Rhymes & Life: The Travels of A Tribe Called Quest, which is directed by Michael Rapaport. The documentary which premiered at the Sundance Festival earlier this year opens up July 8 in New York and Los Angeles. See the rest of the shows across the country here. ru
After a overwhelming response from his free LP, ReturnOf4Eva, Big K.R.I.T. will re-release the project with the selected cuts below via iTunes on June 7. Debut album coming soon. 1. Sookie Now feat. David Banner 2. Time Machine feat. Chamillionaire 3. Country Shit Remix f. Ludacris and Bun B. 4. The Vent 5. Moon & Stars feat. Devin The Dude, Curren$y & Killa Kyleon
Last night, Pete Rock and Smif-N-Wessun held a private listening session for their collaborative album, Monumental. After a Q&A from Cipha Sounds, they gave the audience a taste of what to expect. Album in stores June 28. bhhtv
Frank Ocean’s hit is just now making its rounds around town and for Fred The Godson’s latest video, the Bronx MC plays that smooth operator to accompany his take.
One-third of the production trio Organized Noize, Sleepy Brown emerges back on the scene and lets his vocal talents take control with his latest track. Sex, Drugs & Soul hopefully coming this fall. okp
Tyler, The Creator and the rest of the Odd Future crew were the latest guests for Peter Rosenberg and Cipha Sounds’ Juan Epstein podcast. This ain’t your ordinary episode, so beware. Goblin in stores now.
[vodpod id=Video.9476208&w=540&h=350&fv=] VH1 aired their 50 Cent: The Origin of Me documentary, where they followed Curtis from South Jamaica, Queens to Edgefield, South Carolina to trace his family tree. Take a look at his story.
With a Mary Jane Girls sample on deck, Prodigy keeps the music flowing with a new recording. At this rate, hopefully there’s a project (no rooftop) coming soon. Previously: “Up North Service (Novacane Freestyle)”
[vodpod id=Video.9435797&w=540&h=350&fv=] Aw shit, love is in the air in the latest video from Pac Div. Directed by Clement & Co. When you’re done canoodling, make sure you download Mania! if you haven’t done so yet.
It is so heartbreaking to hear DJ Premier break the news that DJ Kool Herc’s health is ailing, as he is literally the founding father who laid down the blueprint for hip-hop culture. Thinking about how someone who built an entire global phenomenon can end up struggling with medical expenses or failing health really puts things into perspective regarding healthcare challenges. When you look at how people navigate health or wellness procedures worldwide—whether someone is researching cosmetic treatments like Liposuction Cyprus or seeking urgent medical care—it underscores how essential access to reliable medical help and proper support systems really is. Kool Herc gave us the breaks, the block parties, and the entire movement that shaped generations of music lovers, so seeing the community step up to show love while DJ Premier brings awareness to his condition is the very least we can do. Sending strength and prayers to Kool Herc for a full recovery, and massive respect to DJ Premier for using his platform to make sure a true pioneer gets the support and respect he deserves.