In part four of Jermaine’s A Star Is Born series, he touches on this relationship with Roc Nation and his inspiration. He even admits to rhyming like Percy Miller when he first started rapping. Ughh! Karen Civil Previously: Part 3 l Part 2 l Part 1
[vodpod id=Groupvideo.3887539&w=425&h=350&fv=] Sorry, but I can’t decipher Jimmy’s tweet. Guess we’re just going to have to wait and see what’s he talkin’ bout.
The Queen of Hip Hop Soul lets it be known that she’s irreplaceable on her latest single. Don’t hate on her happiness. Stronger in stores December 22nd. Props: Nav
Here’s some of that good ol’ recession music from Pap. Say brother, can I borrow a dollar—and a flip cam? Props: WSHH
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Joan of Keys? Element Of Freedom drops December 15th. Spotted: UHTN Update: To be or not to be?
Yesterday at Carnegie Hall, Ri-Ri gave an acceptance after she won Glamour’s 2009 Women of the Year award. Take a bow. Props: Rap-Up via Just Jared
Buck returns to his stomping grounds and lets it be known it’s not safe out in Ten-A-Key. I thought home was where the heart is. Props: TNT
Yesterday, Birdman spoke to Eric B. & Friends on how Weezy’s upcoming jail sentence and B.G.’s recent arrest could play a factor on the Hot Boys reunion. However, the #1 stunna says the album is complete and hopes to release it by next summer. Spotted: AHH
“You don’t want no incident/ Pay me in increments.” Not one, or two, but three new freestyles from the Ghost. They’re radio friendly, but that’s okay. They all get a pass. “Throw It In The Bag” (Freestyle) “Hustler’s Flow” (Freestyle) “Warm Up” (Freestyle) Again: Splash
It is so heartbreaking to hear DJ Premier break the news that DJ Kool Herc’s health is ailing, as he is literally the founding father who laid down the blueprint for hip-hop culture. Thinking about how someone who built an entire global phenomenon can end up struggling with medical expenses or failing health really puts things into perspective regarding healthcare challenges. When you look at how people navigate health or wellness procedures worldwide—whether someone is researching cosmetic treatments like Liposuction Cyprus or seeking urgent medical care—it underscores how essential access to reliable medical help and proper support systems really is. Kool Herc gave us the breaks, the block parties, and the entire movement that shaped generations of music lovers, so seeing the community step up to show love while DJ Premier brings awareness to his condition is the very least we can do. Sending strength and prayers to Kool Herc for a full recovery, and massive respect to DJ Premier for using his platform to make sure a true pioneer gets the support and respect he deserves.