Jay’s right hand man, explains why he chose not to sign to his Roc Nation label. In this case, money isn’t a major issue. “I coulda went to Roc Nation, but then what am I getting out of that? Another $150,000 check advance, then I come out [and] sell 300,000 probably, somebody makes two or three million, and I gotta mess with the fact that they gon’ say yo you bricked out? Like that’s the industry. And that’s [with a […]

This Thursday, Talib and Hi-Tek plan to ring in the New Year with a new mixtape called The Re:Union. With Statik Selektah on board, the tape will contain unreleased tracks and new cuts from their upcoming album, Revolutions Per Minute. Previously: New Music: Reflection Eternal Ft. Jay Electronica, J.Cole, Mos Def “Just Begun”

Two nights ago at The Phillips Arena in Atlanta, Trey and his fellow inventors performed the remix at Hot 107.9’s Jingle Ball concert. Tiger Woods putts and all. YK2

Fif reveals that a visual for track four off Before I Self Destruct is in the works. Expect no apologies. 57Ave

Game’s unbelievable.

Last night, Lupe Fiasco responded to Yellow Nigga’s “Blackout” rant at his home base. Sorry folks, but there’s no “beef”. As the saying goes, opinions are like— well, you know, and everyone has one. Even YN. Personally, I’m ambivalent towards Lupe’s music. One minute, I’m totally engrossed. (see: “Hip-Hop Saved My Life”) The next, I’m completely lost in translation (see: “Shining Down”). Despite Elliott’s gripes, we’ve got a job to do. Personal feelings go the way of Ron Browz. At […]

DJ Enuff is experiencing a crucial conflict. On his blog yesterday afternoon, the Heavy Hitter put himself through the ringer for not playing Jay Electronica’s “Exhibit C” on your Hot Nine Seven. Since Enuff’s taking suggestions, here’s my two cents. Screw the politics and go with your gut. If a record’s dope, play it. Let’s not forget, the DJ is the soul controller. With several hundred spins, a song can go  from “Ok” to “That’s my shit!”  Don’t second guess. […]

[vodpod id=ExternalVideo.910433&w=425&h=350&fv=] In the second installment of Birdman’s day in the life, Stunna catches up with Jay Sean and jet sets across the pond for their album release parties. Afterward, they head to Atlanta and then return to the Big Apple. Great way to rack up them frequent flyer miles. Again: Derick G. Earlier: A Day In The Life Of Birdman (Pt. 1)

At the 3:49 mark, one of Chris’ fans bum-rushes the stage on the Connecticut leg of his Fan Appreciation Tour. Shorty’s leaping abilities are unparalleled. GG

[vodpod id=ExternalVideo.910565&w=425&h=350&fv=] This is it folks. Director Spike Lee executes his vision for the King Of Pop’s final opus. Gone but never forgotten. HHNM x 40Acres