This is real brotherly love. Will Smith returned to Philadelphia and caught up with Gillie Da Kid at the Batcave Studio. While doing dumbbell curls, he previewed Gillie’s upcoming movie and music. Can’t leave rap alone.
At the loading dock in NYC’s meatpacking district, Kanye hosted a listening session for his upcoming album, Yeezus. He played a few tracks off the album, explained its concept and marketing strategy. Those in attendance included Jay-Z, Beyoncé, Q-Tip, Busta Rhymes, DJ Khaled, Timbaland and more. Above is a highlight via Info. Yeezus drops a week from today.
From the kitchen to the studio, ScHoolboy serves a plate of them leafy greens on the latest leak off Oxymoron. Depending on your palate, these collard greens may be an acquired taste. Produced by THC.
Originated from his All-Star 2013: Take Flight mixtape, Trae takes us down to the Lone Star State in his latest VEVO release. Banned coming soon.
Following the audio premiere earlier in the day, Kelly brought Wiz along with her to the Late Night With Jimmy Fallon for their first live performance. Talk A Good Game June 18.
Joe Budden’s got another chip on his shoulder. And this time, he talks about his love lost over Drake’s instrumental. VH1’s Couples Therapy, here we come.
With a guitar in hand, DJ Quik returns with new music and puts the pedal to the medal in its accompanying video. Our bad on having this slip past the Radar. nr
Sosa visited Sway recently and spoke on his longevity, Jay-Z and more. Afterwards, he cracked the mic while ?uestlove beatboxed. The Roots’ Wise Up Ghost drops September 7. AZ’s Doe Or Die II coming soon.
Let’s get ready to rumble. In support of their collaborative project, Clash Of The Titans, DJ Paul and Drumma Boy take Vegas and kick it ring side in their new clip. I didn’t hear no bell.
Down in Nawlins, you can find Young Roddy and 3D Na’Tee reppin’ their area to the fullest in their new video. Off the JET pilot’s release, Good Sense 2. Don’t touch that dial.
This sounds like such a lovely way to begin a road trip! Staying in Ventura seems like a great choice, especially with the opportunity to reconnect with people Shane knew during his mission. Catching up over dinner must have made the first day even more memorable. I also love the simple detail about picking up fresh oranges, as those little local experiences often become part of the best travel memories. Planning transportation in advance, such as arranging a Materuni waterfall for another adventure, can similarly make a trip much more relaxed and enjoyable.