HHC caught up with Steve Rifkind while he was out in London. The founder and CEO of Loud Records reflects on RZA’s line in “Duck Seazon”, meeting Mobb Deep, Melanie Fiona, and a cocky 16 year-old Dame Dash. He also recounts two incidents where things got violent over a Wu record and his company refusing to sign Jay-Z.
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Mi Mi hooks up with the Radio Killa for another remix and this time, Luda’s included as well. If Mariah’s remix album, Angels Advocate got mo’ remixes like this, then I’ll definitely keep an eye out for it. HHNM
Last night, Meth, Ghost and Rae’s Wu-Massacre concert went down at the Nokia Theatre. Up top, is the classic Wu banger, C.R.E.A.M. Man, these sets never get old. The clan brought out some of their friends including Jim Jones, Red Cafe, and Smif-N-Wessun. More videos on the other side.
Above, two cuts off Before I Self Destruct rock the Frankfurt stadium on Thursday. No Em, no problem. Nav via Da Shady Spot
Continuing their worldwide tour, Curtis and company made their stop in Brussels last week. We go behind the scenes during their show at Forest National, get a look at their luxury hotel, bottle poppin’ at the Fiesta Club and take pics with the fans in the streets. Hey, it’s Kunta Kinte!!
Get seduced in paradise with Jagged Edge’s latest video. Nothing extraordinary, but Trina’s visuals are very necessary. WSHH
Drake’s “Over” instrumental hit the net earlier today and as far as I know, Run’s baby boy is the first to get on it and does a damn good job. Ok kiddo! IllRoots
T.I.’s first recording since his release is set to drop next Monday. The production duo behind the boards, Trackslayerz crafted the beat back in ’08 and spoke with VIBE on what to expect. “This record right here kinda reminds me of the Urban Legend T.I., but it’s from the point of when he got locked up. It’s no fall off [with] the lyricism. It’s like he’s completely focused. T.I. went extremely hard. He went in,” says Price as his other half, Inf chimes […]
Yesterday afternoon, a brawl went down at Walter’s Clothing Store in Atlanta involving Jeezy’s camp and Gucci’s. Waka Flocka was involved and shots were fired. An eyewitness said the rapper was left with an eye jammie. Waka contradicted the claim and mentioned that his foe resembled Martin Lawrence after the actors fictional bout with boxer Tommy Hearns. RGF
The first lady of Young Money made the cover of the latest issue of FADER. The mag’s currently available at your local newsstand, but here are some pics of Barbie’s spread. Heads up: HHNM
Discovering new artists, for me, is like a journey. The authenticity of this artist shines through, listening to the strong emotions in the text. There is a deep sadness in his words. 🎶 #MusicDiscovery #EmotionalArtistry