Kanye was in the studio early this morning with mentor No ID and producer Lex Luger. Apparently the session was so good, that Ye said he wanted to pass the record off to Hot 97’s Angie Martinez today. We’ll see. hhnm

A few days ago, J.Cole’s “Bun B For President” leaked onto the net to much fanfare. The unfinished track was supposed to appear on Bun B’s Trill O.G. but didn’t make the final cut. Bun explains to VIBE the reason why. “I never could figure out how to approach the record. It almost sounded crazy for me to say ‘Bun B For President,’” Bun B told VIBE recently of the leak. “It was an incredible song. I really loved the […]

[vodpod id=Video.4207324&w=425&h=350&fv=] Before Wyclef officially announced his bid for President of Haiti, he brought CNN along for a ride as he discussed his vision for the country. Screw Sean Penn, Clef’s got my vote. woooha

Oh boy! Although Gucci Mane is set to drop his next album The Appeal, he continues to release videos from State vs. Radric Davis. Here’s his latest, featuring producer Jazze Pha. hhnm

A few weeks ago, Quik (perm and all) performed at the Key Club in Hollywood. Quik brought out a gang of guests including Faith Evans, Xzibit, Paul Wall and UN. Sounds pretty funky. The Book Of David coming soon. tss

Guess Kanye really does have all that power. Just one year after the debacle, US Magazine reports Mr. West will return to the MTV Video Music Awards this year as a performer. The ceremony airs September 12 at the Nokia Theatre in L.A. Someone call extra security.

Never trust a girl name Delilah and I’m not too sure we can trust this as well. Haiti’s presidential candidate gives us The Haitian Experience, with his latest melody featuring Barrington Levy. kingz

[sparkart-clique site=”rap_radar” video=”joe_budden_fans”] Joe Budden’s got some loyal fans. Before doors opened at his show tonight at S.O.B.’s, fans paid $100 to get a signed copy of his lyric book, Enter The Mind Of Joe Budden. One stan fan even asked to have his money autographed. We can’t believe it either.

False alarm? Jeezy called the 1515 Boys today to clear the air and claim that he was not throwing a shot at Rick Ross on “Death Before Dishonor”. Do you believe? “It’s not a dis,” Jizzle told MTV News via phone from ATL. “First of all, I’m not gonna get nothing out of dissing that guy. That’s one. What am I gonna get out of dissing him? I think sometimes people can read into things too deep. They trippin’ man. […]

[vodpod id=Video.4203181&w=425&h=350&fv=] Here’s more footage from Wale’s mixtape release party last week. Check out this viral vid of Mr. Folarin performing his favorite track off More About Nothing. Do remember (DJ Clue style): We’re making history next Monday at the Highline Ballroom. We’re sold out but if you’re nice to me, maybe we can work something out. Ha! 2db Previously: Wale At The Commonwealth In D.C.