What would SXSW in Austin be without Texas’ native Paul Wall? Well during the FreeOnsmash Showcase, Beats N Ballads were there to capture the People’s Champ run through his classic verses from “Drive Slow” and “Still Tippin”. uhtn
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Whoa Timothy, is that how you really feel? Timbo dedicates his latest Timbaland Thursdays track to his haters. Not to get it confused with Cee-Lo’s hit.
With production from Scoop DeVille, Hip Hop’s new Cheech & Chong get stingy with the greenery for their latest collabo. Doggumentary in stores March 29th. Hey momma! Bonus: “Take You Home” Ft. Too $hort, Daz & Kokane Sidebar: Snoop Sets Up Trust Fund For Nate Dogg Family
[vodpod id=Video.5828896&w=540&h=350&fv=] Anyone up for some déjà vu? Well Breezy hit up 106 & Park this evening to promote F.A.M.E. and at the 4:15 mark, he apologizes as well as explains yesterday’s relapse on Good Morning America. In the words of Sunshine Anderson, “heard it all before.” mwp Sidebar: GMA Invites Breezy Back l Robin Roberts On Incident | Interview With Tony Anderson
This sounds like the remix to “I’m Not A Star“, but supposedly, it’s a cut from Weezy’s Tha Carter IV. It’s produced by Polow Da Don, but we’ll find out soon enough. Hopefully, the release date he revealed last week still sticks. ru UDPATE: Dirty version via fnm.
Odd Future weren’t the only ones who ran into Nardwuar. After the Based God’s show at SXSW in Austin, The Human Serviette had more rare treats for Lil Brandon. He’s such a pretty chef.
K.R.I.T.’s street album Returnof4eva got pushed back until next Monday. But in the in-between time, here is his imagery for the first single.
Once again, Grafh flaunts his set of bars over Nicki’s “Roman’s Revenge”. But this time, he gives it the viral touch.
Amalgam Digital keeps the wave going and digitally-released Biggavelli’s LP, Vigilante Season yesterday. Not to blow anyone’s high, but with a 75 year sentence, how much more longer can Max stay afloat?
Damn, Jeffrey just can’t catch a break. According to AP, Ja plead guilty to two counts of tax evasion of $3 million earlier today in Newark. He will be sentenced in June. On the 8th of that month, Loki begins his two year prison term for his 2007 gun charge. His next album, The Renaissance Project is set to be released the day before. UPDATE: 50’s Two Cents
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.