R. Les’ forthcoming album, Black Mozart has suffered a few delays. Before he hands over the final product, he shares the recording process in Vieanna, Austria in this 25 minute short film.
R. Les’ forthcoming album, Black Mozart has suffered a few delays. Before he hands over the final product, he shares the recording process in Vieanna, Austria in this 25 minute short film.
Every dog has its day. But in this case of the X, it’s another run-in with the law. Last Friday, it was reported that DMX was arrested for a D.U.I. in SC. His publicist denied the claim stating he passed the breathalyzer test and was only charged for driving with a suspended license— again.
Pete Rock and CL Smooth were just a few of the acts at the Rock Steady Crew’s 36th anniversary show at NY’s Central Park yesterday. Others on the bill included DMC, Camp Lo, Brand Nubian, Craig G, The Beatnuts’ Pyscho Les, Cormega and more.
The Boss made his small screen debut two days ago on the STARZ original series, Magic City. He played numbers runner, Butterball. He held a screening on at Eventi hotel rooftop and invited Meek Mill, Fabolous, DJ Khaled, Rocko, Estelle, Angela Yee, DJ Self, Craig Kallman and others. Photographs after the jump.
Harry Belafonte appeared on MSNBC yesterday to discuss the Dream Defenders initiative and Stand Your Ground law in Florida. Afterward, the conversation shifted to Jay-Z’s criticism of him in his interview with YN. Last year, Belafonte told The Hollywood Reporter that Hov and Beyoncé “turned their back on social responsibility”. He later said he was willing to meet with the couple to iron out their differences.
Is all well with OVO and XO? Since Abel parted ways over to Republic the two have been distant, but they reunited in the lab this morning. Both have albums coming, so hopefully we hear the end result soon.
Another one. In the back of the Bach, Khaled speaks to Shaheem Reid on his come up, his transition from DJ to mogul and Suffering From Success. This shit special.
Birdman and co. flocked to Perfections nightclub in Queens last night for the Rich Gang album release. Power 105.1’s DJ Self monitored the festivities and captured all the booty shaking madness.
Chuck and his main squeeze Tiffney Cambridge will return to VH1 for the second season of Marrying The Game. Watch how the drama unfolds Monday, August 5.
The apologies keep rolling in. Following Timbaland’s statements regarding posthumous Aaliyah recordings, the producer apologized via Twitter for referencing Chris Brown’s collaboration, “Don’t Think They Know“. Oddly enough, Chris wrote a song last night called, “Go To War For Ya”.
It is so heartbreaking to hear DJ Premier break the news that DJ Kool Herc’s health is ailing, as he is literally the founding father who laid down the blueprint for hip-hop culture. Thinking about how someone who built an entire global phenomenon can end up struggling with medical expenses or failing health really puts things into perspective regarding healthcare challenges. When you look at how people navigate health or wellness procedures worldwide—whether someone is researching cosmetic treatments like Liposuction Cyprus or seeking urgent medical care—it underscores how essential access to reliable medical help and proper support systems really is. Kool Herc gave us the breaks, the block parties, and the entire movement that shaped generations of music lovers, so seeing the community step up to show love while DJ Premier brings awareness to his condition is the very least we can do. Sending strength and prayers to Kool Herc for a full recovery, and massive respect to DJ Premier for using his platform to make sure a true pioneer gets the support and respect he deserves.