I approve this message, Mr. Garland. Usually Lupe’s raps leave me dazed and confused, but this freestyle’s dead on. Turn it up! BusyBlog

He crushed the buildings. Now, you can add this beat to the list. This afternoon, DJ Envy premiered Snoop’s freestyle over “Empire State Of Mind” on Hot 97. See, it’s not about East or West!

No Cristal for a Clipper. Ace of Spades, son. World Series one day away.

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Last night on Shade 45’s Lip Service, Layzie Bone revealed that his kids have kids. Don’t expect him to stop rocking neither, whippersnappers. Team Yee

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It appears last night at Boston’s JAM’N 94.5 Monster Jam, Fab’s performance was abrupted for Pitbull. Dog gone shame.

Webstar photos are side-splitting. Heard even C Breezy got bent at his b-day party last night. L’Chaim! Image: Ralphie The Source

For the kids that don’t know, you’re about to witness a hip-hop classic. Last week, the Bay Area crew Souls of Mischief hit up BK during a CMJ showcase at Southpaw. Call me prejudice, but I just can’t truly enjoy seeing rappers past their prime perform live. That being said, this is more the exception than the rule. Props: Always Hustle

The title’s Rated R, but this cover is suitable for all ages. According to Popeater, the image was shot by renowned photographer Ellen von Unwerth. She says, “Rihanna was looking to create something a bit new for the look of the album.” Fade to black.