[sparkart-clique site=”rap_radar” video=”walemc”] Good times last night at the Highline Ballroom, as my boy Wale pulled off The Show About Nothing. Rap Radar was a proud sponsor of the event and I don’t know about y’all but I had super fun. Ha! Anyways, here’s Mr. Folarin’s show opener. More footage on way including guest appearances by J.Cole and Fabolous. Missed out? Your Loss!
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Hoping to quell any talk of conflict, La Flare happily flicked up with Flame’s mother at Prime Time club in Atlanta last night. Now isn’t that special? Video of his performance after the jump. ea Previously: Waka Flocka Mama Mad As Hell
Salty like Lawry’s that the “Power” remix didn’t drop Friday as promised? Well, Kanye had a good excuse—it wasn’t done yet. Thankfully Swizz, Mos and Kobe Bryant came by the stu Saturday night and inspired him to finish it. Too bad he woke up so amped this morning that he’s talkin’ Justin Bieber/Raekwon collabos. Oy vey. Sidebar: No days off.
Once again: Another Ramon Seguro leak. Sorry Plain Pat. After the snippet, it’s probably this. This apparently is an early version of the title track off Mescudi’s upcoming sophomore album. If I was Team Cudi, I’d see ‘Ye do it and wait til Spring 2011 to drop my shit. TS
Straight from John Legend’s YouTube account, here’s a full clip of the secret show opener. After the jump, a few words from the man with the popular hairline and the full performance of “American Boy” featuring Estelle. Maybe I should have drank a Red Bull and threw on my Scooby Doos. *Kanye shrug*
[vodpod id=Video.4228694&w=425&h=350&fv=configParams%3Dvid%3D552411%26amp%3Buri%3Dmgid%3Auma%3Avideo%3Amtv.com%3A552411] “We were groomed to go off like that” Also during Banks’ sit-down with RapFix, he spoke again on his reasoning behind working with former Murder Inc. artist Lloyd. He also revealed that he apologized to Ashanti for some of his past remarks. Aw how sweet! Ha. 57thave Sidebar: Chris digs Cole
Yup there’s a gang of footage out but here’s the full peformance of the first single from the album with no name. Nov 16th y’all. And still no remix as promised today. Oh well, time’s up. Stay tuned. Bonus: Mo’ MPC fun after the jump. “Flashing Lights”.
[vodpod id=Video.4226544&w=425&h=350&fv=configParams%3Dvid%253D551698%2526uri%253Dmgid%253Auma%253Avideo%253Amtv.com%253A551698] “I decided to take my talents to EMI” Before the press release went out announcing the Unit’s new recording home, Blue Hefner first broke the news to MTV’s RapFix Live host Sway. Sorry, Sha Money. Sidebar: Banks talks sex
[vodpod id=Video.4225726&w=425&h=350&fv=configParams%3Dvid%3D552368%26amp%3Buri%3Dmgid%3Auma%3Avideo%3Amtv.com%3A552368] Aubrey’s got a great idea for his upcoming performance at this year’s awards. C’mon, Rikers, give son a day pass. Ha. uhtn
Here’s the CDQ of the song Kanye recorded last night and debuted on Angie Mar today. You might recognize some of the rhymes from his Facebook and Twitter shows. Ha. ku
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.