After a few members of the Wu-Tang Clan closed out the 2011 Village Voice and Frank 151 Showdown, Badu transformed into her alter-ego, DJ Lo Down Loretta Brown and took over the 1s and 2s.
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During an interview with the LA Leakers, DJ Quick reflects on working with Nate Dogg and recalls a time Nate recorded a track on one take during a studio session. R.I.P. Nate The Great. Earlier: The Book Of David Cover & Tracklist
Good day mate. While in the land Down Under for Usher’s OMG tour, Tremaine put his day job aside and spits a freestyle. Hey, I thought he told y’all fools, he’s not a rapper. Ha! miss info
[vodpod id=Video.5791555&w=540&h=350&fv=] Before Meek Mill takes charge with the video for his joint with his boss, Dre Films teases us with a quick preview. Self Made coming May 24. Full video, hopefully soon. Sidebar: Rick Ross Remembers Nate Dogg
In the last few days, Curtis has been steady giving us new music and in just less than 24 hours, here’s another one. Rich or poor, we would like this guy even more with a new mixtape. Yesterday: Boomerang
[vodpod id=Video.5791161&w=540&h=350&fv=%26rel%3D0%26border%3D0%26] Earlier this week, we finally got Mobb Deep’s first track since Prodigy‘s release. During SXSW, VIBE caught up with Alchemist, who spoke on reuniting with P in the lab and says the MC is in the best shape of his life.
Last night, former president, Bill Clinton held his fundraiser event at the Boulevard3 in Hollywood. Local film studios and a new social casino sponsored the night’s open bar. Funds raised yesterday helped benefit The Clinton Foundation’s Millennium Network. Above Clinton gives his speech before bringing Drake out for some words and a performance. We already knew, Bill’s a YMCMB fan. Ha! If you’re planning a concert or any musical event, fire safety is crucial to help protect attendees, staff, and […]
[vodpod id=Video.5791040&w=540&h=350&fv=videoId%3D834696179001%26amp%3BlinkBaseURL%3Dhttp%253A%252F%252Fwww.xxlmag.com%252Fvideo%252F2011%252F03%252Fxxls-2011-freshman-class-cyper-part-3-of-3%252F%26amp%3BplayerID%3D735056479001%26amp%3BplayerKey%3DAQ%7E%7E%2CAAAAj36EHhk%7E%2C2pR1tWM5uVhnbSj–UUJCXbI03wJZIun%26amp%3Bdomain%3Dembed%26amp%3BdynamicStreaming%3Dtrue] We got parts one and two of the XXL Freshman Class cyphers, but to finish the series off, Meek Mill, Big K.R.I.T. and Fred Da Godson go in with DJ Kast One on the turntables. Three’s a charm.
[vodpod id=Video.5790753&w=540&h=350&fv=configParams%3Dvid%253D633450%2526uri%253Dmgid%253Auma%253Avideo%253Amtv.com%253A633450] Although Cee-Lo and Lupe’s SXSW appearances were canceled during last night’s show at the La Zona Rosa, Atlantic brought in B.o.B. and Janelle Monáe to fill in. Afterwards, Wiz Khalifa hit the stage and pays tribute to Nate Dogg. Hee-eey—smoke weed everyday. mtv Sidebar: What’s Poppin’ SXSW: B.o.B.
[vodpod id=Video.5790631&w=540&h=350&fv=%26rel%3D0%26border%3D0%26] Thugga is just now beginning to give his Rozay collabo the visual treatment, but before we get the final result, DJ Young Samm shares how they did it on the set. Tha Thug Show in stores now. heads up: mtb
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.