Author: Paul “Big Homie” Duong

Busta Rhymes Recalls Battling Jay-Z

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Billboard Tastemakers: Bun B

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Lloyd Banks On “Start It Up” With Kanye

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Dipset Interview With Funkmaster Flex

Funk Flex caught up with Jim, Cam, and Juelz during his Car & Bike Show last weekend. Up top they reflect on the early days at Roc-A-Fella, Dame Dash, and Kanye. After the jump, they discuss more about their studio sessions with Dr. Dre, as well as Irv Gotti and Swizz Beatz’s involvement on their upcoming project. Sidebar: Dipset XXL Live Chat Session

Nicki Minaj Narrates Kanye West Film

Kanye held a screening yesterday for his film, Runaway in London. HHC was in attendance and provided a review of the film below. Firstly it has French subtitles. One of the first images you see is of a determined and running Kanye West. The first voice you hear is of Nicki Minaj who narrates the opening in a British accent. Kanye driving his fancy sports car is hit when a fireball/comet from the sky hits the ground. From this fireball, we […]