While promoting his book last week on VH1’s Big Morning Buzz Live, rocker Scott Stapp revealed that T.I. rescued him from a botched suicide attempt in 2006. Tip called the show this morning and gave his take on the situation. mtv
Mister Cee forfeited the turntables and gave DJ D-Nice some burn for this week’s edition of “Best Of Tuesdays” mix. Here’s his hour long tribute to Boogie Down Productions, Chris Lighty and various hip-hop classics. missinfo
A few hours before Machine Gun Kelly’s debut Lace Up hit stores, he and Waka Flocka appeared on Hip Hop Nation on gave an in-studio performance of “Wild Boy”. Yeah bitch. goodfellamedia
Ben Baller’s been in the game for years. Before designing jewelry, he was a label exec at Priority Records. In an interview with The Breakfast Club, he speaks on signing Jay-Z to his first record deal, relationship with Dr. Dre, and breaking into the gem business.
Somewhere in an alley in San Juan, Puerto Rico, The Kid Daytona knocks out a video off his Summer Games mixtape. Lost Luggage and Taxi Cab Confessions with Travis McCoy coming soon.
There’s more than enough money to go around. Or to be made. So with an accompanying visual, Cory Mo ups his track with the remix featuring a few familiar faces. countryraptunes
Keeping it short and simple, MGK brings his talent to the rhyme booth for XXL and Statik Selektah’s latest freestyle series. Be sure to pick up Lace Up today.
It’s crazy when you think about it, but it’s been 10 years since the release of Eminem’s semi-biopic 8 Mile. And to celebrate its anniversary, Eminem returns to the cover of VIBE. Peruse the entire feature here. How were the battle scenes written? Eminem: I think Curtis had a lot of the guys write their own things, and then I would see what they were going to say. I might sit there with some of the guys and be like, “What if you changed this?” The […]
As if an introduction is needed, Maino and his underworld family re-introduce themselves in their brand new flick. Be apart of it. Or just watch it above.
Backed by a band, Cory brought his music last night to S.O.B.s. Here’s what EMETakeover filmed including Fred The Godson’s set. According to Cory, That’s WTF I’m Talkin Bout drops in December.
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.