Prayers go out to Soulja Boy and his family. Last night, the rapper’s 14 year-old half brother Deion Jenkins passed away in a car accident in Charleston, Mississippi. Keep your head up, SB.
Author: Paul “Big Homie” Duong
After almost five years since its release, the BCC finally release a video for track four off their 2006 LP, The Last Stand. Directed by Cynical Smith. Leave your hating elsewhere.
Back in 2009, there were talks of Fab, Ne-Yo, and Ryan Leslie forming a super group. Well, The Life Files brings forth pictures of the trio last night workin’ on the remix to “You Be Killin’ Em”. The competition better get a head start.
Last Friday, Nipsey and his former manager were detained for an alleged involvement in a shooting at Crenshaw and Slauson, L.A. No charges have been filed, but Nipsey tweeted after he was released. Below is an account according to Street Gangs. This evening the two men got into a physical altercation near the alley at the rear of the Shell gas station at Crenshaw and Slauson in Hyde Park. According to eyewitnesses, Nipsey’s brother, Samiel Asghedom pulled out a gun to defend his brother […]
[vodpod id=Video.5810347&w=540&h=350&fv=] All army fatigued-out, the Based God took time out during his SXSW extravaganza to shoot his newest clip. No days off indeed. In other news, we’re wondering when this showdown begins. Retweet that!
The pride of Gary, Indiana was also in the Lone Star State this past weekend and performed at the Perfect Attendance showcase Friday night. We see you, Erick Sermon. missdimplez
After Kanye brought out Hov, the pair recited their verses from “Monster” and almost “Swagger Like Us” (Mr. West forgot his verse. Ha!). Mr. Carter then took over with a “PSA” before getting “So Appalled” with Mr. West . Below, Ye and Pusha “Runaway” and the show closed with the entire G.O.O.D. fam for the “Good Life”.
Into the wee hours of the morning, Kanye, the G.O.O.D Music Family, and Jay-Z closed out the SXSW festivities in Austin, TX. Until more footage surfaces, Cudi and ‘Ye run through track two off MBDTF. Pump up the “Power” below.
Konichiwa! In support of those affected by the recent catastrophe, the R&B singer headed over to the land of the rising sun yesterday and “Spread Love Through Music” for a charity concert in Nagoya, Japan. hhnm
Diddy crashed the SXSW weekend yesterday as host at Fader Fort and introduced Based God as the final act during last night’s show. Afterwards, Puff took to the stage for a set of his own hits before Odd Future blessed the stage as the surprise guests. #Swag miss info
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.