“I’m feeling like a Mac standing around a bunch of PCs.” My Mac just got hit with another Lupe freestyle and he certainly goes in over this Timbo beat. Wowsers. Sorry Drake, Lupe got this one. Sidebar: Lupe cleans house
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Here’s a sample of what’s to come from Alan’s son and Gloria’s warrior. YN was right. This is sounding funky. Props: UHTN
Let’s just hope Bad Ass Boosie doesn’t bring that thug passion in the bing. Download here. Backcover with tracklist under the sheet. DJ Whoo Kid x Radioplanet
Last night at the 1st Mariner Arena in Baltimore, MD, Hov tells security to have a fall back attack. They ain’t come to fight, they came to have fun tonight. Props: Paul Gardner
Wale and J. Cole made a pit stop in Connecticut and kicked it with Jenny Boom Boom Hot 93.7. Mr. Folarin spoke on his Beastie Boys’ tribute at Hip Hop Honors and Jermaine discussed why he moved to the Big Apple after signing to the label. Big city of dreams. Props: JennyBoomBoomTV
After spending three weeks in immigration custody, earlier today, Shyne was spotted at the airport heading to Belize. Still can’t believe the outcome of all this. Keep your head up Po! Props: YBF
In part 3 of the “A Star Is Born” series, Jermaine reflects on Wale hopping on stage during his set. He then segues into the importance of Twitter and the connecting with his fans. #welovejcolemusic Props: KarenCivil Previously: Part 2 l Part 1
Algernold is for the kids too. Before performing “Bust It Baby” at FAMU this past weekend, UrbanDaily reports Plies gave away a stack to an underage fan and was asked to leave. Anyone under 18 show try to weasel their way in to his gig. After all, he’s got plenty money.
“If you happen to know the answer to this question … Call 911” Curtis’ comedy amazes me. Currently on his promo tour for Before I Self Destruct, Boo Boo stopped by NC’s 102 Jamz and played Triple Cs trivia with callers. Honestly, I can’t name all members of the Carol City Cartel either. The only triple c’s I can identify are on Ross’ chest. Before I Self Destruct in stores November 23rd. Custom Cars & Cycles in stores now.
This is a great reminder of how powerful and lasting Lauryn Hill’s influence has been in music. The fact that The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill eventually reached diamond status after so many years shows that truly meaningful music can continue finding new listeners long after its original release. I also like how the article highlights the combination of hip hop, R&B, neo soul, and reggae that made the album so distinctive. Achieving more than 10 million sales is an incredible milestone, especially considering how much the music industry has changed since 1998. The album’s success feels less like a temporary trend and more like proof that strong songwriting and authentic artistic expression can remain relevant across generations. It is interesting to see how numbers can tell part of a story, whether we are looking at album sales or using a proportion calculator to understand relationships between different figures.