When DJ Self’s not tearing up the clubs, he’s holding things down over on Shade 45. Here’s his latest blog featuring interviews with Big Sean, Juicy J and more.

Maino introduced his gang to MTV’s RapFix Live this afternoon. Before exiting the premises, Lucky, Mouse, Twigg and Push! attempt to rap without the curse words. Nice try, guys.

Before the opening pitch of the World Series, Fox Sports spends the day with Detroit Tigers’ Prince Fielder. At the :25 mark, the first baseman and his kids visit Eminem at the studio for some encouraging words.

Moments after his debut spilled

In support of Masta Killa’s Selling My Soul

Free kills two birds with one stone and plugs Diamond In The Ruff

Kendrick held an in store signing last night at the Best Buy in Union Square. Following the meet and greet, he and Jay Rock performed good kid, m.A.A.d city’s crown jewel for the first time. Rock’s verse is nuts. Cop the LP here, ya bish.

Just Blaze digs in the crates with FUSE for the latest installment of Crate Diggers. He shows off some of his collection, reveals the most he spent on a record, and says Aaliyah was en route to see him for a session when she passed.

Last night, Wiz and Taylor Gang’s

Still breaking down Dreams & Nightmares with Shaheem Reid, Meek goes into his city’s influence in the album’s nightmare side by reflecting on his father’s murder and surviving in South Philly. Previously: “In God We Trust“