Talib and his ol’ lady keep the trust going in his latest visual aid. Cop Gutter Rainbows—and remember to keep your cellphone on lock.
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Yup, you the man Lupe, you the man. Despite the leak one week prior to the release, HHD is predicting that Lasers will reach the top of the charts and move an estimated 220-240k units in first week sales. Take that losers. lupeEND
This gives new meaning to an album being called a weed plate. His latest album D.A.Z. is currently on sale, but if you purchase it through Amazon.com, it comes equipped with a digital scale. Um, batteries not included? 2db
In preparation for Big Pooh’s upcoming, FatBoyFresh Vol. 1: For Members Only, which will be available digitally on April 5th, Pooh, DJ Booth and Statik Selektah gives fans a preview of the EP. This is a one-track blend of 14 of the 19 tracks from the full project. Tracklist and download link after the jump.
Wanna see Carmelo in action? Well Jay-Z has teamed up with luxury charity auction site, charitybuzz.com, to place a pair of courtside seats next to Hov at MSG. Proceeds will help benefit Stephen Gayor School by helping kids with learning disabilities. Place your bids here and good luck. nydailynews
Joey Crack is back and once again annihilates another Mark Henry-produced track featuring Vado. Competition beware. They’re killing ’em baby. flex
[vodpod id=Video.5727308&w=540&h=350&fv=] To commemorate the release of Shaolin Vs. Wu-Tang, Shallah’s holding a concert at the Music Hall of Williamsburg in Brooklyn. Currently in progress.
[vodpod id=Video.5727206&w=540&h=350&fv=] Ace Hood was in the Big Apple last Friday and hits the Def Jam office to meet L.A. Reid. Afterwards, Ace performed alongside Rozay at the Best Buy Theater and caps off the night at Club Soiree. Hey, it’s just another day.
[vodpod id=Video.5771970&w=540&h=350&fv=] With the lovely Melanie Fiona as special guest host of 106 & Park today, it was only right that she premiered her latest video off her sophomore set, The MF Life. Don’t blink—or she might not come back.
How about some horrorcore? Well, more specifically it’s just Tony Yayo and Danny Brown providing that 187 audio. It’s the soundtrack to violence music. Don’t get scared now. thisis50
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.