Last night on CNN, DJ Drama was part of round table discussion, Black Men In The Age Of Obama. As the title suggest, the special focused on how Obama’s presidency has impacted the African American community. Watch the entire episode after the jump.

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On the late night tip, Ri-Ri showed up at Mariah and Nick’s party dressed as Tony The Tiger. By then YN flaked and was BK bound. RR Lost! Props: Rap Up

“Friday the 13th, I’ma play Jason.“—Antonio Hardy Hov donned a Jason mask at Saturday’s show in T Dot, while the Black Brigitte Bardot got her Peter Parker on. Can you say fun couple? Ha! Props: Concrete Loop x Beyonce World

After venting about industry politics, X reveals Def Jam offered him a $25,000 signing bonus and two pennies off every unit sold from the Def Jam Vendetta video game.Damn, this business has gone to the dogs. Props: ATTR

This deserves a tardy pass. But hey, better late than never. Over the last few weeks, I’ve familiarized myself with Mike from his various gigs throughout the city. His music’s good and stage presence, even better. With that said, check out his latest mixtape, One Foot Out The Door. Thank me later.  Download here, tracklist on the other side.

The wife and I were at Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon’s Halloween party last night. Looks like Ice-T and Coco had a better time. They’re everywhere, you ain’t never there. Bossip Sidebar: Does Puff still hear the angels calling?

Last night, Curtis made a surprise phone call to the Gomez Brothers on Shade 45. He mentions that BISD has been pushed up to November 16th and isn’t too concerned about the leak. He also weighs in on the Jay and Beanie debacle and understands Bean’s frustration. Props: HHNM

Kanye’s hunny bun was at last night’s World Series game reppin’ for her hometown. Guess who won? Rose

Until my Jewish partner comes up off some better footage. Chew on this!