Hip-hop’s top cop wasn’t taking any prisoners last year. In the midst of controversy and severe backlash, Ross was shielded by cinematic production and clever wordplay on his third time out. He tried to bury his comp with “Valley of Death” but seemingly brought life to “Maybach Music 2”. He kicked endearing fables (“Rich Off Cocaine”), taunted foes (“Mafia Music”), and laughed in the face of danger (“Gunplay”). With the odds against him, Rick proved that good music runs deep. […]

The man behind the hottest beat in hip-hop today snitched to the Rap-Up. Snoop’s “I Wanna Rock” producer, Scoop Deville reveals that he recorded “Gangs In New York” with Jayceon and special Big Apple-based guests, Capo and Jadakiss. It’s uncertain though if it will make the final cut for The R.E.D. Album. See, it’s still not about East or West.

The man behind the hottest beat in hip-hop today snitched to the Rap-Up. Snoop’s “I Wanna Rock” producer, Scoop Deville reveals that he recorded “Gangs In New York” with Jayceon and special Big Apple-based guests, Capo and Jadakiss. It’s uncertain though if it will make the final cut for The R.E.D. Album. See, it’s still not about East or West.

According to Billboard, Jadakiss and OJ Da Juiceman’s “Who’s Real” peaked at number 18 on the Rap Charts and stayed there for 14 weeks. Psssh, I demand a recount! Despite becoming a local NY hit, this dud couldn’t cross state lines. These two aren’t in the same bracket and damn sure don’t belong on the same track. “Silver Hummer, on eights /Life’s good, I’m straight/ Clap your hands one time you relate…” Is that the best you got, OJ? Sorry, […]

Without Birdman and Loso, Faheem and Pusha create the visual to Ross’ 2.5 remix. Oh boy. Wasn’t this shot a long time ago? Better late than ever, I guess. Maybach music made it to the next decade. Previously: On The Set: Rick Ross “Maybach Music 2.5″

Truth be told: I’ve never been one to listen to a Mos Def album from front to back. Still somethin’ kept bringing me back to The Ecstatic throughout the past year. And no it’s not because Diddy said it was hot. No, I think it’s because its such a unique collection of dense tunes containing true eclectic sounds. My faves: the intoxicating “Priority,” the as close to a Black Star reunion as you’re ever gonna get headnodder “History”, and the […]

He likes it, hey Justin! Previously: Game On Working With Justin Timberlake

So what if Battle Of The Sexes never materializes, Shawnna will stay paid with that money maker. Check her shakin’ it last Saturday at the Congress Theater in Chi-town. After the jump, she gets some head. Not literally, perv. CTCCRAZY2

[vodpod id=ExternalVideo.912547&w=425&h=350&fv=] In this excerpt of Degrassi: Un-Scripted, Aubrey shows off his set of wheels and invites us inside his crib. You’ve come a long way Mr. Graham. O-k-k Granny! RTNY

The young king of braids and cornrows (sorry A.I.) graces the front page of the hip-hop world’s only true sports magazine. I don’t know tho. I mighta split with him his fellow Rookie Of The Year comp, Tyreke Evans. Dude’s turned me into a believer. Spotted: PreZZure via SLAM