Now that Drake’s back on the road, he appeared at this year’s Bluesfest in Canada last night. He switched things up and for the first time performed “Fancy” and “Paris Morton Music”. After the jump, he leads off with “Show Me A Good Time”. Oh yeah! atf

Do you believe in magic? Apparently, 50 Cent doesn’t anymore. In an interview with RollingStone Brasil, Fif says that he’s not sure if Black Magic will be his next album. To hear him tell it, the sound no longer fits the original concept. hhnm

Guess they couldn’t find anyone for J.Cole huh? Affion returns channeling Hov once again, but this time in an ode to LeBron’s decision. Not as funny as the parody from the other day, but worth a chuckle

As you can see with Andre’s Heisman Trophy pose, it sure looks like more play than work. 57th ave

“Maybe it’s time for your label to sign a new act” Crooked I’s EP, Planet C.O.B Vol. 1 drops August 17th, and while we wait about a month for its release, here is the official first single. Word to everythang, this one isn’t bad. splash

This was shot during the Puerto Rican Day Parade last month. If the track sounds familiar, it’s because it’s from Capone-N-Noreaga’s Camouflage Season mixtape. Remember The War Report 2 in stores now. Run for cover…and to Best Buy. 57ave

Ron Ron was back in Long Island City yesterday to celebrate his Ron Artest BBQ at Queensbridge Park. Funkmaster Flex was on the turntables and EPMD gave a performance. Oh yeah, as for that Fuck LeBron party at Club Element tonight, believe half of what you read. Sidebar: Penny Hardaway Making A Comeback? Boi Stooop! 57ave

Usually, suspicious emails get tossed like a salad. But this time, I took a chance an voilà! A new track by J.Cole. Happy Friday, indeed. Not sure if this will appear on his debut, but it sounds like a keeper. No need to think about that.

While we wait for the upcoming video, People got a hold of the single off John Legend and The Roots’ collaborative album, Wake Up! It’s tough to touch a classic.

photo: Biven’s Photography at Hennessy x DJ Christion bday bash. It’s that Crack Music, nigga, from Joe Crack and a few of his key compadres. (See what I did there?) Darkside is 11 days away. You’re all welcome!