“Eric B. ain’t on the cut” No he ain’t down with Eric B. no more, but that doesn’t mean the 18th Letter can’t deliver one of the greatest rap records of all-time. With the sun still out, Allah moved the Governors Island crowd yesterday. Peace, God.

[vodpod id=Video.4332487&w=425&h=350&fv=] Hip-Hop’s #1 groupie is at again. Apparently yesterday Kat got into a spat with NBA star Carmelo Anthony and his better half, La La Vazquez. Melo was far from mellow and reports are he lost his cool and put a 5 stacks hit on Ms. Stacks. Don’t think Commissioner Stern is gonna dig all this. The disgruntled Denver Nugget has since deaded his Twitter account. If the ref didn’t see it, is it still a foul? wshh UPDATE: […]

The end of Lauryn Hill’s Rock The Bells set at NY’s Governors Island turned into a love fest as backstage guests Mary J Blige, Beyoncé, Alicia Keys, Swizz Beatz, Chris Rock, Jay-Z and John Legend all came out to hug it out with the enigma. Black star power. Too bad the performance was mostly panned by observers like Touré and Amanda Diva. Flicks below. rtny Sidebar: Ms. Hill speaks.

The man from VA pays respects to the late great Adam Goldstein on the one year anniversary of his passing. Gone too soon.

“Rap Radar. Nah Right. Okayplayer mashup.” We heard about this collabo for awhile but it finally sees the light of day. Props to Jay Elect for the mention and this is the best we heard from Chuck in a minute. Good music Saturdays begins. Ha! HHC Update: No tags. No Nas. omen

After reaching his 50K follower Bun B let this one go. Producer Boi-1da and Drizzy take a ride down to H-Town for the first single off the late great Pimp C’s final album. This goes down smooth. The Naked Soul of Sweet Jones is due Oct. 5. Trill niggas can’t wait. nr

During a Ustream session with XXL on Wednesday, Noreaga revealed that he plans to re-create Gang Starr’s biggest classic. He doesn’t know who the features will be yet. But damn, this should be interesting. Sidebar: Group Home is also planning to pay homage to Guru.

Be clear: Curtis Jackson has had a Twitter account for awhile but today he finally found out how to use it himself. Right Broadway? Oh boy! Fuck a ghost twitterer, The Southside King went in hard body. Even yours truly caught his wrath as Fif also fired shots at his grandma, Kat Stacks, Fat Joe, Necole Bitchie, his BISD producers, and his manager Chris Lighty. But it wasn’t all negative, Vivica’s ex gave his blessings to Swizz on his new […]

In the latest RESPECT mag cover story, Clifford chops it up with Datwon Thomas and reveals the concept behind the all-star video that never was. Damn shame! Issue’s on newsstands now. Gon’ get you some! Are you ever inspired by movies? For videos, we are at times greatly inspired by them. Actually, we had an idea and concept for “Swagga Like Us,” and it was taken from Reservoir Dogs. Schedules conflicted and we weren’t able to make that happen before […]

As many of you know, Drake is a huge fan of Aaliyah as evidenced by TML‘s “Unforgettable” which samples her song “At Your Best”. On the ninth anniversary of Ms. Haughton’s passing, Rap Radar reached out to Drizzy to get his thoughts on a day that will forever be remembered. He quickly penned the following letter below. RIP Baby Girl.

Sigel spoke on expanding State Prop and this might be the first step. Along with a local Chicago artist, Beans shits on Jay (again!) and, this time, Kanye gets it too. Blame FSD for the file and they also took the liberty of transcribing the most disrespectful part. Someone make it stop! Dwight Grant…You’re better than that! “Middle finger up to Jayeeeer I don’t give a fuck about Ye’eeer Wanna know, I think Ye Queeeeer He dress Gayeeeeer I sweeeear […]

[vodpod id=Video.4301442&w=425&h=350&fv=] Hip-hop’s #1 groupie released a video on WSHH today where she appears to be spending quality time with the author of “Superman.” Even more disturbing than that, is Stacks claiming young SB is a coke head. Oy vey, can someone make it stop? Anyways, DeAndre is denying all charges. Let’s hope this soap opera blows over quickly.

More up close and personal footage courtesy of Peter Rosenberg from this weekend’s Rock The Bells shows. Here Quest runs through track one off Midnight Marauders. “Steve Biko”! Oh yeah, MM > Low End Theory. When you get older, you kids will understand. Ha! Previously: ATCQ

Hollywood Cole was in the Apple yesterday and performed his two singles at pro BMX rider Nigel Sylvester‘s birthday bash. Mel D. Cole got flicks too. Party up! herfection

And you thought he might have been fuckin’ upset. Ha! In a quick pow-wow with EW‘s Simon Vozick-Levinson, Mr. Green speaks on his new song‘s strong reaction and Curtis’ unauthorized contribution. By the way, the joint was written by Bruno Mars of “Nothin’ On You” fame. Respect. “It’s a pleasant surprise, I must say,” the singer tells the Music Mix via phone from London. “I think it’s totally surpassed just about everyone’s expectations. We had a clue — I mean, […]

“Fuck You” rap continues as footage emerges from Pinero’s performance in Beantown last night. Also in the clip, the I get high weed anthem “Good Times”, “Blow My Mind”, and, of course, the summer anthem, “B.M.F.” Looks like a fun time at Harpers Ferry. iiight

During his Criminal Minded set yesterday, The Teacha took the time to salute the legendary radio jock who initially snubbed him. Supernatural on the help out. Damn, time changes everything. “South Bronx” below.

Now that was fast. Curtis hops on everyone’s new favorite song. Even addin’ his words in the style of the song’s YouTube debut. Nice move, Fif. On another note: The Grammy goes to… Mr. Green. Ha. info’snewguy Previously: Cee-Lo “Fuck You”

Yesterday Loso shot the visual to the lead single off his TINC 2 EP due Aug 31. Looks like dude got his light up on at NYC’s popular club, Greenhouse. More bright shots below featuring video chick, Yaris Sanchez. rtny

[vodpod id=Video.4283973&w=425&h=350&fv=] Mr. Beatz has been braggin’ heavy on his Twiter about his recent work with the Queen and, last night, he got her on his bubble tweet to brag some more. He also says to look out for the “Fancy” remix. Guess MJB got her record back. Ha. omen