[vodpod id=Video.3725566&w=425&h=350&fv=configParams%3Dvid%253D522198%2526uri%253Dmgid%253Auma%253Avideo%253Amtv.com%253A522198] Earlier today, Kanye’s new song “Power” leaked online. The track’s co-producer, Symbolyc One, spoke to MTV on how the track came to fruition. “The way it came together, I work with Rhymefest,” S1 told MTV News about the song, referring to another Chicago MC. “I did like four joints on his album. And one day, out the blue, I got a text from Rhymefest that said, ‘Kanye is loving your stuff, he said he’s about to change your life.’ Two days […]

Statik Selektah’s the man behind the beat and he let this one rip during his Showoff Radio show on Shade 45 last night. The song is from the soundtrack of Styles P’s novel, Invincible. Don’t be a sellout and click play, okay. Update: CDQ

[vodpod id=Video.3725204&w=425&h=350&fv=] T.I. recently denied rumors that he didn’t want his fiance Tiny to do her BET reality show Tiny & Toya. In fact, he tells Access Hollywood that he watched it in prison, but was reluctant because it made him home sick. Previously: T.I. Taught Class In Prison

He may have gotten on some people’s bad side, but he will certainly be missed. RIP to YN’s lil man.

Flesh-N-Bone was in court yesterday over a 1999 weapons possession case. The charges had been reduced and Flesh plead guilty to a fourth degree misdemeanor of disorderly conduct. He was ordered to pay a $250 fine. The rapper was also arrested two months ago for outstanding warrants. Afterward, Flesh thanked his supporters: “In my life, I have faced real tough times and I have been blessed in many ways; I am glad to put this behind me to focus on my music […]

Last night, Big Boi headlined a free concert at the Yaarab Shrine Temple in Atlanta and SFTA was able to capture a performance of Sir Lucious’ single, “Shutterbug” as well as “Kryptonite” (below). Other acts that were on the bill included Yelawolf and Jay Electronica.

It’s four days before Pill drops 1140: The Overdose. And until that day comes, XXL got the OK to drop the mixtape’s opener. Needlz on the beat.

To grandma’s house we go, for Killer Mike’s new video. Granny knows best. I Pledge Allegiance To The Grind III coming soon. wshh

This probably isn’t the release Max B was hoping for, but as he waits on his appeal, a judge ruled yesterday that he’s fulfilled his recording and writing obligations to Jim Jones. Max was formerly signed to Jimmy’s Byrd Gang imprint. The news comes at a good time as Amalgam Digital plans to release his debut album, Vigilante Season. Max was sentenced last year to 75 years in prison in connection to a murder and robbery. Long live the wave? […]

After the Lakers’ winning shot over the Suns last night, Craig Sager caught up with the game’s hero, Ron Artest. As always, Ron Ron reps QB to the fullest and convinces Sager to do so as well. The bridge will never be over! Rosenberg