With J.Cole’s album now arriving on June 18th, he’ll be going head to head with Kanye West. In an interview with The Juice, he discusses moving his album date up. “Instantly the lightbulb [turned on]… it got real. I made one phone call to somebody that would know, just to make sure first. As soon as I got it confirmed, I was like, ‘Yo…’ The idea hit me instantly: ‘You got to go to that date. I’m not going to sit […]

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We hate being sober too. E-40’s back with new music and raises his glass to the sky with Lil Jon. x

Frank White would’ve turned 41 years old today. And this afternoon, his former mentor Mister Cee, celebrated his born day with a mix. Biggie Smalls is still the illest. missinfo

Now, that’s how you make an entrance. Before The Fresh Prince’s interview with David Letterman the other night, he walked out with a performance of his seasonal classic. tlf

All Loaded Lux needs is one mic as he holds down the corner with Reggie and Meth in his new video. We see you too, Vado. hhdx

Cee-Lo recently announced that August 27th will be the release date for the Goodie Mob’s Age Against The Machine. But today, the band releases their new single featuring Janelle Monaé. Y’all gon’ learn today. mauricegarland

After the BMAs in Vegas, Mack and Ryan jetted across country to NYC for last night’s Rolling Stone-Barcardi Rebels event at Roseland Ballroom. Here’s a couple clips from their set.

Pharrell turns the frowns upside down on the first of three tracks he composed with Heitor Pereira for the Despicable Me 2.  Soundtrack drops June 18. Film hits theaters July 3. rs

Tuck them chains and put away your cash. From Memphis to Atlanta, DJ Scream rounds up a few for the latest offering off his The Ratchet Superior EP on May 31. Produced by Juicy J and Crazy Mike.