Damn, Ace Hood sure has come a long way. Directed by Edgar Esteves, Ace takes us down memory lane for his next album’s promo. Trials & Tribulations begins July 16.

Baauer’s “Harlem Shake” shook a few feathers, but Diddy isn’t the only one who supports it. In his chat with MTV, Just Blaze says its intention was never to disrespect the culture. Tell it to them.

Bow Wow’s got a one track mind and shares his nasty thoughts on the latest leak off Greenlight 5. So much for thinking outside the box. Mixtape drops March 9. UPDATE: Now featuring Kid Ink for you Alumni fans via HNHH. Bow Wow’s Greenlight 5 drops tomorrow.

Disney film, Oz The Great & Powerful is in theaters today. In support of the film, Mariah lends her voice in the simple black-and-white visual. Follow the yellow brick road to theaters now.

Troy Ave held court over at S.O.B.s last night for Hot 97’s “Who’s Next” concert series. During his performance, he brought out Prodigy for “Dirty Martini” and N.O.R.E. for “Superthug”. So NY. xzone

Still on The Layover? Well if so, Bishop Lamont, Kobe and their friends’ little get-together gets interrupted by the feds in this visual release. hhnm

In addition to T.I., Budden also occupied the Best Buy Theater for Hot 97’s MetroPC 5 Boro Tour. He wasn’t alone as he brought along his Slaughterhouse for the assist. Now that’s love and hip hop.

Hot 97’s MetroPC 5 Boro Tour continued last night over at New York’s Best Buy Theater with T.I. and Joe Budden. Above, iboTV films surprise guest Juicy J joining the Kang. EMETakeover‘s recap below. Sidebar: T.I. Talks Next LP & Grand Hustle Compilation

Off of the HS87 compilation project, All I’ve Ever Dreamed Of due Tuesday, Hit-Boy and Audio Push bring the antics to no man’s land in this visual.

Sa prize!! King Kendrick Lamar takes the crown. Well deserved. Congrats. “K-Dot earned the #1 spot in a unanimous decision, while 2 Chainz landed in the #2 slot. While both MCs made indelible marks in the last year, it was Kendrick’s artistry and commercial appeal that helped him earn the title. Lyrically, Lamar is an expert spitter who weaves complex rhyme patterns around soul-drenched beats, with as unique a style as rap has seen in years. And while verbal depth […]