Lightskinned Tremaine is opening up for the Blueprint 3 tour, and here he explains to us how he prepares to deliver his performance. Here’s here for the ladies, baby. YK2

[vodpod id=Video.3114824&w=425&h=350&fv=] On the set of their new video, “In This World”, Tek and Kweli discuss the wait on their new album, Revolutions Per Minute and Jay-Z’s famous shout on “Moment of Clarity”. OKP

[vodpod id=Video.3114165&w=425&h=350&fv=configParams%3Dvid%253D486901%2526uri%253Dmgid%253Auma%253Avideo%253Amtv.com%253A486901] Back in the candy shop, Nicki tells 1515 that she’s taking her time on releasing her debut album. Ironically, Sean Garrett told MTV her first single should be dropping soon. I’m all confused.

Puff’s making his way ‘cross that bridge. On March 9th (the 13th anniversary of Biggie’s passing), Diddy and Dirty Money will be performing at The Lab Banquet Hall in the heart of Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn. If that wasn’t enough, Hot 97’s Mister Cee will be on the 1’s and 2’s. You can purchase tickets here. Get ’em while supplies last.

Squeeze the juice out of your headphones and listen to Drake explain why he and Nicki Minaj declined appearing on XXL‘s upcoming freshmen 10 cover. No social promotions here. Miss Info

When Noreaga appeared on the Morning After With Angela Yee last week, he recounted throwing up on Cam’Ron while performing at famed NY club, The Tunnel. That’s just sick!

O’Shea took to his blog and announced the title of his next album. He’s aiming for a July release and plans to bring back that West Coast sound. Now that’s gangsta.

Um, Grace Jones, anyone? Hey after much hype, Mr. West has another home at kanyewest.com. This was his second post. Double your pleasure, double the fun. Thank you and you’re welcome! Heads Up: The Old Spot UPDATE: Donda’s baby boy owes my son some publishing. SMH.

Y’all peeped the dope premiere with Hov and Pac, now the mag that celebrates the visual beauty behind the artform is back at it. Cover number two goes to the one and only Curtis Jackson. Hey, I like that guy and I like this cover. Ha! On sale: March 9. I like that date too!

Light skinned Jermaine is performing Friday at The Loft in Atlanta, GA.  If you’re in the surrounding area and want a pair of tickets, hit me at [email protected] with your full name, phone number, and the answer to this question: What was Cole’s original rap name? Tickets are on sale now for $20 at www.ticketalternative.com. Doors open at 9pm and showtime begins at 10pm. The show is an 18+ event; 18 to party, 21 to drink. UPDATE: Contest over. In […]