For Al Lindstrom‘s latest feature, he turns his cameras on SRC boss, Steve Rifkind. During Steve’s soliloquy, he speaks on artist development and explains why the music business is declining. The most interesting revelation comes at the 3:38 mark, where he says he wants in on Tyler’s creation.
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A week ago, Rick Ross announced the release of Maybach Music Group’s first compilation, Self Made. Now, a date has been set for May 24th. Time to celebrate like it’s your birthday Meek.
You would be committing a crime if you haven’t purchased Rae’s Shaolin Vs. Wu-Tang by now. In any event, here is the other iTunes bonus track featuring his fellow Wu-Gambinos. Support Shallah! x Sidebar: Raekwon’s Village Voice Feature
[vodpod id=Video.5737057&w=540&h=350&fv=videoId%3D820371208001%26linkBaseURL%3Dhttp%253A%252F%252Fwww.xxlmag.com%252F2011-freshman-class%252F%26playerID%3D735056479001%26playerKey%3DAQ%7E%7E%2CAAAAj36EHhk%7E%2C2pR1tWM5uVhnbSj–UUJCXbI03wJZIun%26domain%3Dembed%26dynamicStreaming%3Dtrue] For today’s XXL Freshmen of the Day, Fred The Godson holds the spot down and drops a quick freestyle. Down below, the BX spitter speaks on the importance of making the class. “Ever since things started picking up last year April, this is what I’ve been gunning for. I’ve been in the office and doing whatever I can do. And I’m like, ‘Yo, I need that Freshmen cover, man.’ It means everything. I think some people take it […]
Yesterday, Forbes revealed their top five richest Hip Hop artists. With Sean John and his Ciroc partnership, Diddy takes the top spot with Jay-Z right behind. Money ain’t a thang. 1. Diddy ($475 million) 2. Jay-Z ($450 million) 3. Dr. Dre ($125 million) 4. 50 Cent ($100 million) 5. Birdman ($100 million)
ESPN held a screening at the Tribeca Cinema in NYC last night for the latest installment of their 30 For 30 documentary series. This time, the network chronicled the days of the University of Michigan’s basketball starting squad dubbed the “Fab 5”. The freshmen line-up consisted of Jimmy King, Jalen Rose, Chris Webber, Ray Jackson and Juwan Howard. Together, they changed the face of college basketball by incorporating hip-hop and street ball elements to their style of play. Following the […]
[vodpod id=Video.5736337&w=420&h=350&fv=] Lupe went out West and performed his gold single last night on George Lopez’s nightly gig. Lasers in stores and iTunes now. What’s not to love?
The RIAA has just certified The Eminem Show as Diamond which gives the rapper his second Diamond record. Since its release on May 28, 2002, Eminem’s fourth studio album has moved over 10 million units in the U.S. Throw ya diamonds up in the sky one time. hhnm
If you haven’t had enough of Kanye’s latest single, there’s more of it coming. Apparently Yeezy has been working on a remix for the track and was able to grab Big Sean & Drake as well as a few more possible big names. Expect the song to be here real soon. complex
Spitta is releasing his nine-track LP, Muscle Car Chronicles on March 15th, but for the moment, our speakers explode with the project’s opening track. Boom! 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.