The Doggfather is featured on the title track of the English virtual band’s third album. This sho is funky. Betcha Big Boi will dig it. Ha. NR got the full album steam. 2DB has a rip of the second track that Mos Def is guesting on. Open your mind! Previously: “Stylo”
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Y’all refresh your page and send tweets to beg for the release of new music, I get on a plane and step straight to the source to get the real deal Holyfield. At the infamous Aphilliates office, me and my lightskinned brother from another disect the Fab-mixtape-blame-game, release-date-change, never-ending clusterfuck. I want answers and I want the truth!
While in the A, I hit up Antwan’s legendary stu to hear the current version of Sir Lucious Left Foot. Let me tell you after 3 years of hard work and label politrix, he’s got some funky shit. It’s a wild ride. I hope you get the pleasure to hear it soon. And you will, if Boi’s off-the-record plans hold true. Above, a brief lil convo exchange between two OG’s (Old Official G’s). Stay tuned and you might be able […]
For those who still don’t know: Jeezy’s BP3 set is sandwiched between two of Hova’s. Here are both the bookends. The only times when Jigga Man and Da Snowman share the same stage. Pardon, I need a “Put On” pairing at the Garden.
Peace to the NMC’s secret weapon who thankfully found the time to painstakingly put together the tracks behind the hottest hip-hop/R&B joints out right now. No DJ. No vocals. Ride out with the links and tracklists after the jump. Wanna-be MCs please come in peace.
Damn, my homie Dram goes hard with the guest bookings to keep his radio conglomerate strong. Hours before we linked up in the A, he chopped it up with Mike Vick. Do your thing, dawg. Oops my bad! Two more clips after the jump.
Over the weekend, Guru suffered a heart attack and is currently in a coma at a New York-based hospital. He is slated to undergo surgery today. An outpouring of love and support has already started on Twitter. Let’s please keep Keith Elam in our prayers. Miss Info via HHDX thru HipHopWired
Mr. Birthday Bash brought out one guest for his hometown stop on Hov’s BP3 Tour. I shrugged when I knew it was Plies, but he proved me wrong with the debut of their dope new collabo off TM103. I thought the Goon said this was about to drop? I’m sure it’ll be out by manana along with more of my footage. You poorly write about it, I live it.
Last night, Lightskinned Jermaine tore down The Loft on Peachtree St. But he didn’t do it alone. In the above clip, Bobby Ray pops up to perform his hit single and their standout from the May 25th mixtape. Sorry I missed it, I’m actually on my way to Atlanta right now. Literally. Gogo, son. I’ll be in the sky. Ha. Nav
My dude Robbie is not a fan of 2010 rap. But instead of just bitchin’ about it like most of youse, he put together a collection of hip-hop he thinks you should be listening to. Hosted by mixtape master Doo Wop, this is heavy East Coast underground and commemorates the Unkut site’s sixth year in existence. *YN salutes* Download here and tracklist on the other side.
Truthfully, I’ve been meaning to post this one day since we launched RR. This is a rare freestyle Rae did for the promo cassette that dropped before the release of OB4CL. Damn this takes me back. Make like Sir Too $hort and spark one up. Ha. T.R.O.Y.
The Bay Area legend is back with the first release off his all-digital April 6 album release. Too bad he produced it. This is simply a pretty lackluster weed anthem. But I’ll give the OG a pass. Grand Good
Sir Paul’s favorite artist blessed the BBC with a taste of two new tunes from New Amerykah 2. This actually came from her boo Jay Elect’s appearance on Giles Peterson show while he was across the pond. So blame him. You can check the full show out here. “Agitation” “Don’t Be Long” HHNM
Guess guesting on a wack-ass Teairra Mari song does have its benefits. *YN shrug* TI5
[sparkart-clique site=”rap_radar” video=”the_wizards”] The good folks at NY’s premiere radio channel brought their behind the scenes drama to the forefront with the debut last night of an online reality show. Get to know Cipha Sounds, DJ Enuff, and DJ Camilo. Featured guest 50 Cent.
You know, I still haven’t seen the play. Damn. Anyway, the video above has Philly’s favorite drummer waxing poetic over the African music legend. He also breaks down the hip-hop artists who have sampled his work. Footage provided by Knitting Factory Records who are re-releasing Fela’s entire catalogue. Already available is the “Chop N’ Quench” collection of 6 CDs from 1964-1974 at fela.net. Give the gift of music. Ha.
There’s been a gang of behind the scenese video from here, there, and everywhere, but here’s some image stills from Rik Cordero’s stimulating visual. Now if we could just get our greedy hands on a joint from the album to share. Hmm.
When the fuck we start bouncin’? This crap track proves great artists still don’t know when to wave the White flag. Pardon your ears. Urban Daily
Here’s a news report from Germany on Curtis’ opening night of his European Tour this past Tuesday. Below is some janky iPhone footage of the first two opening songs, “The Invitation” and “Crack A Bottle”. Notice all your favorite rappers are on the road. Show money is the only money in this game.
“Tony Royster on the drums” Before watchin’ Kobe and ’em lose to the Mavs last night, H.O. was doin’ his one-two thing on Tuesday which was day two of the BP3 Tour. I’ll be hitting up the ATL stop on Saturday. Holla if you see me, shawty. UPDATE: For the Jiggaholics, more from H-Town.
[…] Busta Rhymes’ revelation about the Roxy incident offers fans a rare glimpse into a moment that could have escalated into something much bigger. But thanks to the power of music—and the quick thinking of Kid Capri—the night ended on a high note. It’s a story that reminds us of the way hip hop can unite as much as it divides, and how even in moments of tension, the culture finds a way to move forward. […]