With J.Cole handling the production duties, Kendrick Lamar finally treats us to the first release off his upcoming project, Section. 80.The track is also available on iTunes.
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This ain’t no ordinary love, but the lyrics are. Anyways, to commemorate the kick-off of the Coming Home tour this evening, Diddy and his leading ladies release a new rendition of previous tracks for their fans.
Now that the two made amends, Phonte tells The Urban Daily that he plans to release a solo album with majority of the production done by 9th Wonder. No name as of yet, but Phonte is eyeing a September 13 release, which is also the 6th anniversary of the release of The Minstrel Show. The pair recently reunited last month on Lil B’s track.
[vodpod id=Video.6006558&w=540&h=350&fv=] Swizz Beatz will be the latest guest on Fuse‘s Hip Hop Shop later this evening. In this preview clip, Swizz explains to Touré the difference between a beatmaker and a producer. Episode airs at midnight.
Breezy’s record continues to make its rounds and today lands in the hands of So So Def. For the record, this marks Da Brat’s first recording since her release from prison. Look at her now.
It’s almost that time of the year folks. Billboard has announced the nominees for this year’s ceremony. Rihanna leads the pack with 18 nods, Eminem with 16 and Nicki Minaj pulls in a nod for Top New Artist. The ceremony airs on ABC on May 22 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. Full list underneath.
With araabMUZIK’s signature sound, IFWT let’s go of the fifth track off Cam and Vado’s upcoming release. Got to luv it that Gunz N’ Butta is finally dropping April 19. Bonus: “Killa” produced by araabMUZIK
Lupe Fiasco was a part of a panel discussion last night for Bun B’s Religion and Hip Hop Culture Class at Rice University. Others on the panel included Talib Kweli, Trae Tha Truth, Malice and more. Above Ozone captures the discussion on the subject of rappers as role models. After the jump, a clip of Lupe.
[vodpod id=Video.5982763&w=540&h=350&fv=] The screen shot says it all folks. Odd Future recently shot their piece for Vice magazine and under the direction of Terry Richardson, here’s what went down during the photo shoot. roy thomas Sidebar: Odd Future Announces East Coast Tour Dates
The young gunna catches the oohs and ahhs and gives Maino’s recent track a test run. Alive coming soon.
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.