From the DJ Premier vs. Pete Rock show in Japan last week, here’s Nick Javas going off the head over a Pete Rock beat? Pete then steps from behind the turntables and lays some bars to Preemo’s production. LFHQ
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[vodpod id=Video.3578915&w=425&h=350&fv=] Saturday night was DJ Infamous’ 5 year celebration on ATL’s V-103 and plenty of big dawgs were in the house. Watch Fat Joe, Rick Ross, Cam, and Vado encourage DJ Khaled to spit his verse from his latest remix. Oh Lord. OS
[vodpod id=Video.3581052&w=425&h=350&fv=videoGUID%3DC5A532F4-8DAC-4E85-BBEA-CA2013F474EC%26playerid%3D1000%26plyMediaEnabled%3D1%26configURL%3Dhttp%3A%2F%2Fwsj.vo.llnwd.net%2Fo28%2Fplayers%2F%26autoStart%3Dfalse] Swizzy takes the Wall Street Journal on a walkabout of the Upper Westside and discusses his transition from a DJ to producing and growing up in the South Bronx. South, South Bronx. NR
Off the Evil Empire’s Trending Topics 3 mixtape, here are some exclusives including some new TIP, Fab and an unreleased Drake, produced by Scott Storch. Don’t mind the tags. T.I. “Keys & A Mac” Fabolous Ft. Rock City “One Life” Drake “One Man Show” Illionaire
Kanye is spending most of his days in Hawaii working on his next album and has decided to say goodbye to his L.A. pad. The 3 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom, 4,214-square-foot crib in Hollywood Hills is listed on the market for $3,995,000. Take a tour after the jump. Rap-Up
Don’t get scared now. Now that we gave you the track, hold on to your seat with the visual from Jay and Kendrick. Freddy Krueger ain’t got shit on them. YK2 x WSHH
DMX was recently denied an opportunity to participate in Dr. Drew’s reality show, Celebrity Rehab. X is currently serving six months at an Arizona jail on a probation violation. A rep from Maricopa County Superior Court says that the rapper is doing well and that his substance abuse program ends in July. Oh well, staying clean is more important than shine on TV. TMZ
RZA recently has signed a deal with Universal Pictures and will make his directorial debut with film, The Man With The Iron Fists. Described as a “stylized martial arts film… with a spaghetti Western mindset and hip hop influence,” the film beings production in September in Hong Kong. He will also be responsible for producing the soundtrack. Bong! Shadow & Act
Common does it for the people. Last night he kicked another freestyle at a 1st Fridays event in Atlanta. Afterward he segues into some familiar tunes. Exclusive Access
Once again, Mr. Folarin returned to late night television and performed your girl’s favorite track. As for you ugly chicks, you know where the exit is. Yardie
Doechii hits the mark again with 'Anxiety'. His ability to blend lyrics with a fast-paced beat is truly worthy of praise. The track is remarkably developed to convey a variety of emotions, with a mix of modern sounds and classical influences that create a unique atmosphere. His voice is powerful and versatile, effortlessly shifting from moments of vulnerability to bursts of energy. 'Anxiety' is a testament to Doechii's talent, which can be felt in his ability to rap and sing, and his ability to create music that shakes you up and gives you emotions.