While out in Montreal, Wyclef shares what he learned from Baby Chris. He also mentions trying to get 50 Cent to come to Haiti during their last convo and addresses whether he spoke to Lauryn Hill during last week’s funeral. montreality
Slaughterhouse were up at Peter Rosenberg and Cipha Sounds’ podcast on Hot 97. To hear Rosenberg tell it, “this is the best interview with Slaughterhouse that has ever been done. Yeah I said it!” Juan and Cipha also launched their Juan Epstein app, which you can download for free here.
What a title! Whether you worship one or not, F.A.B. whips out the rhyme book and drops more knowledge on his new cut. I Found My Backpack 3 coming soon. wtw
In support of his Reloaded mixtape with Don Cannon, Twista turns on the blue light and lets the cameras roll for his new clip. His album Dark Horse coming soon.
Now that Tiny and her friends talk show got picked up, Shekinah feels her contribution isn’t needed and goes out to prove she’s just as dedicated as them. Work hard, play hard, ladies. Previously: Ep. 1 & 2
Betha returns to the mic and adds a quick verse to Miguel’s popular record. Sounds like Mason is slowly adjusting back to his comfort zone. Hopefully he’s got more on the way. flex
Chi Ali is a free man. And today, he joined Joey and guests, French and Weezy on the set of their new video, directed by Eif Rivera. A$AP Rocky is also on the track, but hasn’t appeared on the set yet. More photos below.
Yo Gotti decided to take his evening at King of Diamonds and shoot the video behind one of his recent takes. Cocaine Muzik 7 coming soon. 57thave
[tweet https://twitter.com/Nas/status/245257843014516736] Life is good and Nas plans to ring in the new year in a good way as well. Esco just announced that he will welcome 2013 with a concert at NYC’s Radio Music Hall on December 31. Tix go on sale this Friday.
<!– Speaking with VIBE on the red carpet at the VMAs, Mac elaborates on the origins of his Soundcloud account name and says that it’s who he refers to when he’s producing. If you don’t know, now you know.
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.