Last night on Hot 97, The Kingpin spoke on the fuckery surrounding Beans and Hov. During Roc-A-Fella’s heyday, Flex’s show was the Roc’s battlefield. But after these recent events, there probably won’t be anymore shots fired. Heads Up: Greazy
Here’s footage of Robin and Shawn creating “Melipé.” No hable? Mi no comprehende. Oy vey!
Buck returns to his stomping grounds and lets it be known it’s not safe out in Ten-A-Key. I thought home was where the heart is. Props: TNT
Yesterday, Birdman spoke to Eric B. & Friends on how Weezy’s upcoming jail sentence and B.G.’s recent arrest could play a factor on the Hot Boys reunion. However, the #1 stunna says the album is complete and hopes to release it by next summer. Spotted: AHH
If you’re looking for Mr. Shakur, click here. In the inaugural issue, renowned photographers recount the stories behind some of the rap game’s most iconic images. Make your coffee table proud and cop an issue. RESPECT‘s on newsstands now.
This afternoon, Rihanna gave her second interview since her attack with Alexa Chung. You know, the unfunny Brit on MTV. Anyway, Ri-Ri doesn’t discuss the assault, instead speaks on her new song penned by Ne-Yo called, “Stupid In Love”. Go figure. Fashion talk after the jump.
“You don’t want no incident/ Pay me in increments.” Not one, or two, but three new freestyles from the Ghost. They’re radio friendly, but that’s okay. They all get a pass. “Throw It In The Bag” (Freestyle) “Hustler’s Flow” (Freestyle) “Warm Up” (Freestyle) Again: Splash
[vodpod id=Groupvideo.3880126&w=425&h=350&fv=] Last night, Sean celebrated his 40th birthday at Quo in NYC. Unfortunately, he couldn’t keep his composure or his trousers. After the cut, peep a performance of “All About The Benjamins” and “Love Come Down”. WP
Pill’s new mixtape, 4075: The Refill drops next week Tuesday. In the meantime, listen to another leak from it. Are those the angels callin’? EV
The Pyrex King accompanies Algernod and performs “That’s What’s Up” at Tennessee State University. It’s been a long time coming, indeed. Karen Civil
That blog post perfectly captured the raw intensity of Joell Ortiz’s performance at Guz Sports Bar! His delivery of Battle Cry was absolutely electric, making the whole room feel like it was vibrating with pure, unfiltered energy. It reminded me of those high-stakes moments during a intense word guessing game with friends where the pressure is on and every single syllable counts. Seeing such a lyrical powerhouse perform in such an intimate, gritty setting was a legendary experience. If you weren't there, you truly missed out on some masterful storytelling. I'm still buzzing from that incredible night of hip-hop excellence!