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From the RR archives, photographer Jonathan Mannion speaks on Aaliyah’s final photo shoot. It’s been along time, you shouldn’t have left us.
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Auto-Tune may be D.O.A.’d, but good music never dies. Here’s the visual aid for The Yardfather’s “Gotta Believe It”, shot in Bushwick, BK. Despite their rifts, it’s good to see Just and Sai working together. God Bless America.
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Previously: On The Set Saigon “Gotta Believe It“
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Last night on the Sly Fox, O’Reilly-Oh,Really responded to the Jigga man’s jab on “Off That“. A regular Otis Redding, though? *dies*
Black History Fun Fact: In 1864 Louisiana, Arkansas, and Missouri abolished slavery. A year later, the 13th Amendment freed the slaves nationwide. And all this time, you thought it was Lincoln.
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Last night on the Sly Fox, O’Reilly-Oh,Really responded to the Jigga man’s jab on “Off That“. A regular Otis Redding, though? *dies* Black History Fun Fact: In 1864 Louisiana, Arkansas, and Missouri abolished slavery. A year later, the 13th Amendment freed the slaves nationwide. And all this time, you thought it was Lincoln. Props: Bossip
Señor Bad Azz talks about the good ol’ days in his new visual. Christopher Latore was right, things done changed, indeed. Superbad hits stores September 15
[vodpod id=ExternalVideo.866338&w=425&h=350&fv=] The last time the Wu were illustrated, a veteran journalist caught an eye jammie. My how times have changed. Check out the latest clip from Shallah Raekwon. OB4CL 2 September 8th Premiere: AHH Previously: House Of Flying Daggers (Teaser)
[vodpod id=ExternalVideo.866335&w=425&h=350&fv=] Last night, Fab held court at Santos Party House in NYC. The show was sponsored by Reebok, who recently inked a deal with the rapper. Niceeee. Thanks: X via Soundoff
It is so heartbreaking to hear DJ Premier break the news that DJ Kool Herc’s health is ailing, as he is literally the founding father who laid down the blueprint for hip-hop culture. Thinking about how someone who built an entire global phenomenon can end up struggling with medical expenses or failing health really puts things into perspective regarding healthcare challenges. When you look at how people navigate health or wellness procedures worldwide—whether someone is researching cosmetic treatments like Liposuction Cyprus or seeking urgent medical care—it underscores how essential access to reliable medical help and proper support systems really is. Kool Herc gave us the breaks, the block parties, and the entire movement that shaped generations of music lovers, so seeing the community step up to show love while DJ Premier brings awareness to his condition is the very least we can do. Sending strength and prayers to Kool Herc for a full recovery, and massive respect to DJ Premier for using his platform to make sure a true pioneer gets the support and respect he deserves.