Com goes out on a limb and calls the late J Dilla the greatest producer of all-time. He says since his passing, hip-hop hasn’t possessd the same soulful vibe. Alright folks, don’t jump in all at once.

Here’s something you don’t see every day: No, not a record shop, but an in-store performance. On Tuesday, Melanie Fiona recited several tracks from The Bridge at J&R Music World in Gotham City. YK2 Bonus: Billboard performance.

Last December, Kid Cudi was in hot water for punching Michael Sharpe in the face at a Vancouver concert. Now, TMZ has learned that Cudder recently apologized to the victim and offered to fly him to New York. Supposedly, Cudi blamed his actions on the, you guessed it, a-a-alcohol. That’s no G.O.O.D., right Kanye?

This song leaked a few days ago and was labeled: Webbz x Rick Ross “Presidential” (Produced by Just Blaze). So of course, it was widely ignored cause it looked fugazi. Webbz, who? Anyway, Mr. Smith provided a moment of clarity last night and explained that he really did craft the track. You understand? Now have a quick listen before JB sends YN a C&D. Ha. HHNM

Don’t sleep! Previously: The Roots To Produce John Legend Album

[vodpod id=Video.3031610&w=425&h=350&fv=] Wow can’t believe dude did a video for this one. Director Jordan Tower takes it to Watts. All red everything. Wonder what MJB makes of this? Sidebar: Can YN get a cellphone watch? Ha.

[vodpod id=Video.3033956&w=425&h=350&fv=configParams%3Dinstance%3Dnews%26amp%3Bid%3D1631446%26amp%3Bvid%3D482814] After some nonsense about Ross challenging Sway to a bowling match, Ricky reveals that he and the champ are no longer at odds. “Yeah, bumped into Floyd Mayweather,” Ross said. “Most definitely. We chopped it up like G’s and after a discussion, we shook hands. So that’s squashed. It’s a new year, it’s time to get new money. Y’all know what it is. I kept it 1,000.“ Boo! Previously: Ross Speaks On Vegas Tussle

Bet you didn’t see this coming. Ha!

As I patiently wait for Antwan to pass me the final CDQ of “Tangerine”, here’s a flick of a video he just shot for a previously-released joint from that Chico Dusty album. Two funk legends are better than one. Boi

Here’s a live performance of Bobby Ray’s new single from his recent appearance on Jo Jo Wright’s radio show. No Bruno. No problem. YK2