Since 1997, Frank Sinatra’s “New York New York” has been the theme song at the Belmont Stakes. But now, officials from the New York Racing Association say the cut will be replaced by Jay-Z’s “Empire State Of Mind” during their 142nd running this Saturday. According to the AP, reps say the track is the “quintessential 21st century theme song for New York City.” The song will be performed by teen singer, Jasmine Villegas. Hip-hop wins by a nose! mtv

Daz and Kurupt bring out the big guns for the cover of 100 Wayz. No release date set, but for now you can review the tracklist after the jump. nav

Khaled’s victorious anthem has gone Au. Toasts for the DJ.

If you aren’t up on what’s going on, Lil’ Kim threw a shot at Nicki Minaj during a recent show in Buffalo. And last night at the Fillmore in NYC, the Queen Bee continued on with—wait a minute, ain’t that Brandy’s brother? Ray J: “It’s a lot of people biting her style and shit…I ain’t saying no names, but you know who…” Lil’ Kim: “We love her! We just want them to pay homage, so we could all rock together. […]

Under Jonathan Mannion’s direction, Rick has his eyes on the city for Teflon Don‘s cover art. Album drops July 6.  hhnm

With J.Cardim on the beat, Joey decides to put the kickball game on pause and drop a new joint. Don’t let the title fool you.

Luda already reached platinum with the first single, and now he can add his Battle Of The Sexes‘ second single along with it. Move bitch—another plaque’s on the way. UPDATE:

NBA legends celebrate Kobe’s quest for his fifth NBA championship ring as Three Stacks covers the Beatles’ “All Together Now” for Nike’s latest ad. All together now. One, two, three, four, can I have just a little more? ice via pitchfork

So gangsta would be an understatement here. Shot in only 20 minutes, Daz and Kurupt put two guns up, literally for their latest flick off 100 Wayz. 57th ave

As the Wu prepare to perform their debut, Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers) for the first time in its entirety at Rock The Bells this summer, the producer/rapper/actor tells the BoomBox that he wants to take it a step further and bring it to Broadway. Showtime! “I thought about doing ’36 Chambers.’ I dreamed I can do it on Broadway cause I make my albums like movies. People been talking to me about a lot of things. I got people […]