During K.R.I.T.’s Return4Eva excursion, the Mississippi MC tells 9th Wonder about his musical influence from David Banner as well as his thoughts on making this year’s XXL Freshman class. nav via xxl
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I ain’t eatin’ off last year’s cheddar. Ty Kidd Previously: Maximum Strength
[vodpod id=Video.7263328&w=540&h=350&fv=] While out in the U.K., Young Guru linked up with DJ Semtex. Guru gives his co-sign to upstart Giggs and provides advice on international acts making it in America.
[vodpod id=Video.7258340&w=540&h=350&fv=%26rel%3D0%26border%3D0%26] Hov’s site let loose footage of XV and Just Blaze at Stadium Red studios creating the track “When We’re Done.” The end product can be found on the V’s recent mixtape, Zero Heroes.
Cons drops another new joint with production from Kanye West. In case no one told you, Movies On Demand 3 coming soon. hnhh
[vodpod id=Video.7234219&w=540&h=350&fv=%26rel%3D0%26border%3D0%26] Trey is known for getting it poppin’ during his performances, but nothing like this before. Last night in London, he invites two girls on stage (5:00 mark) and things get well, a lil’ crazy. Take a look for yourself.
Clyde’s back on the scene and lets his wings fly with Wyclef Jean. This should definitely be Something To Speak About when his new project drops in May.
Warren G’s keeping Nate Dogg’s name alive by working on a new EP. Set to release this summer, he did an entire project with Nate before he passed last month. Features will include The Game, B.o.B., and DJ Quik. “Nate wasn’t just a hook man, he was a songwriter too,” he remembers. “He was just incredible. Back in the day I had seen how he could captivate the crowd when he sang. We’d be in the hood and he’d sing […]
Killa and Vado were recently the latest guests on Peter Rosenberg and Cipha Sounds‘ Juan Epstein podcast. Cam shares some of his fondest stories, appearance on The O’Reilly Factor and a whole lot more.
Pharrell, Chad and Shae have just been announced as New Era‘s latest flagbearers. Hats off to ya, guys. Get in where you fit in by checking out a clip of their shoot and interview above. hhnm
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.