[vodpod id=Video.14864957&w=540&h=350&fv=videoId%3D1091596697001%26amp%3BplayerId%3D1126070790%26amp%3BviewerSecureGatewayURL%3Dhttps%3A%2F%2Fconsole.brightcove.com%2Fservices%2Famfgateway%26amp%3BservicesURL%3Dhttp%3A%2F%2Fservices.brightcove.com%2Fservices%26amp%3BcdnURL%3Dhttp%3A%2F%2Fadmin.brightcove.com%26amp%3Bdomain%3Dembed%26amp%3BautoStart%3Dfalse%26amp%3B] Still conversing with Billboard backstage at OVO Fest, Drake says that not only will The Weeknd make multiple appearances on his sophomore set, but the fellow Toronto native also served as a major inspiration. “Not only did he inspire me to get out there and sing better on stage, he inspired me writing wise, music wise, just to better my product. He’s on my album a lot. We really collaborated a lot on this album.” Take Care on October […]

It’s even no days off down in Miami. For Wale’s latest, you can spot him along with his DMV pals and MMG’s reggae artist Magazeen on South Beach’s popular strip. Ambition coming soon. Bonus: Teedra Moses x Wale “Another Luvr (Remix)”

Shot on: Rebel T2i Royce held court last night at S.O.B.’s to celebrate the release of his new album, Success Is Certain. Dark NYte was in the crowd and filmed his set which included a performance from his Slaughterhouse brethren.

[vodpod id=Video.14781215&w=540&h=350&fv=%26rel%3D0%26border%3D0%26] Today, Adidas has finally revealed their new Fall 2011 All Originals campaign and here’s a promotional ad for it which features Big Sean and Snoop Dogg. Narrated by Charlamagne Tha God. The “all Originals” campaign celebrates the depth of the Originals brand, combining music, fashion and sport with the most popular Iconics footwear styles over the past 40 years — Superstar, Gazelle, Samoa and Campus. Shot in 4 locations across the United States, the spot brings together several different icons in unique […]

If Young Chris has not gotten your attention yet, now would be a good time to check out the video for his Fabolous take. His collaboration project with producer Cardiak coming soon.

No matter the time, Pete Rock, Tek, Steele and Buckshot Shorty deliver their latest video. Do remember: Pete Rock and Smif’s joint album, Monumental is available now.

[vodpod id=Video.14841568&w=540&h=350&fv=%26rel%3D0%26border%3D0%26] Nasir made a stop at Philadelphia’s Electric Factory last night and while he was performing “Made You Look”, he brought out hometown hero, The Fresh Prince. More after the jump. rap up

Bad news keeps coming for Beanie Sigel. Yesterday in a Philadelphia Federal Court, he admitted that he didn’t file or pay taxes from 2003 through 2005. He faces up to three years behind bars and will be sentenced November 18th. philly

Just when you thought the remixes were over with, Trae brings it back and puts his own spin to Drake’s track. Street King in stores now. uhtn

All Jeezy does is win. For his new video directed by Decatur Dan, he rounds up his CTE clan and Dallas Maverick, Jason Terry. Only thing missing is Charlie Sheen. Thug Motivation 103 coming September 20th. Sidebar: Jeezy & CTE Takeover Dallas