“Man, Juelz sucks. That nigga can’t rap!” Yep, that used to be me. For years, I’ve defecated on Santana’s rhyme book. Although I enjoyed some posse cuts (“Dip Set Anthem”, “I’m Ready”) and tolerated his Back Like Cooked Crack mixtape, Elz’s raps were tainted with onomatopoeias and  incoherence. These days, things are much different.With his album Born To Lose, Built To Win dropping later this year, Santana’s been feeding the streets with savory guest verses and freestyles. He eclipses Lloyd […]

[vodpod id=Video.3055462&w=425&h=350&fv=] Yesterday, Noreaga gave us a sneak peak of “Bodega Stories” from The War Report 2. Stop being cheap with the mayonnaise! Previously: CNN Ft. Imam Thug x Musaliny “Planet Thug” 57th Ave

The mighty Mos took over the Congress Theater in Chicago Saturday night and it appears that a fake DOOM was in the house. After the alleged impostor’s performance, fans got rowdy and threw objects onto the stage. No time for unexpected guests! Andrew Update: New verse Dante? NR

It’s been a busy weekend, so we never got around to throwing this up. Ah well, it’s never too late to enjoy “fuck shit”. Download here. Tracklist underneath.

[vodpod id=Video.3055053&w=425&h=350&fv=] All week, XXL will reveal their line-up from their 2010 freshman class. Setting things off is Pill with a freestyle. Sit tight, the other nine coming soon.

With Travis Barker on drums, The Queen of Hip-Hop Soul takes on a rock radio staple for the international re-release of Stronger With Each Tear due March 15. Can’t wait to hear the end result. ET

Look who took in the All-Star game. But wait ole girl went brunette?! I swear to God everytime I see Bridges’ squeeze she looks different. Oh well. Crush over! Previously: Vol. 1 & Vol. 2

According to XXL, Mr. “Gone” inked up with Lyor’s spot. That’s a good thing, right? Donnis points out Def Jam, Asylum, and Jive lost out and he got a EP and mixtape, Southern Comfort on the way. After that, time for his album, Past Visions Of The Future. Good luck, kid.

“This court will make you feel brand new”? Me no like what she did to the “Empire”. C’mon, Cook!

[vodpod id=Video.3052848&w=425&h=350&fv=] Usher opened up the All-Star game before tip off this evening performing a medley of his old and new tunes. However, the center of attention wasn’t his actual performance, but his wardrobe. Yardie