While out in Orlando, Gooch stopped by 102 Jamz and talked about his album trilogy and addressed Waka Flocka’s confrontation at his video shoot two weeks ago. 57th ave

With Stargate behind the boards, Ne-Yo goes uptempo for the first single off his upcoming LP, Libra Scale. Should be a good balance. uhtn

Snoop recently kicked it with Slick Rick and mentions to DJ Whoo Kid that his song, “Lodi Dodi” was the first hip-hop cover song. Hmm, might need to check the record books. heads up: hhnm

Earlier tonight, T.I. stopped by Funk Flex’s show on Hot 97. For those still speculating on his early release, TIP breaks down his sentence. He’s also scheduled to drop off another single tomorrow at noon.

[vodpod id=Video.3696226&w=425&h=350&fv=config%3Dhttp%3A%2F%2Fwww.soundhustle.com%2Fconfig.php%3Fvid_id%3D2235] Looks like them drum lessons paid off huh? Ri Ri sure proves that she can rock out with the best of them in her latest video. Trav we see you. yk2

[vodpod id=Video.3696168&w=425&h=350&fv=configParams%3Dvid%253D519893%2526uri%253Dmgid%253Auma%253Avideo%253Amtv.com%253A519893] Yayo’s gone Hollywood and landed himself a role in the upcoming S.W.A.T. 2 film. He says he has no problem playing a villan and that they’ve used real S.W.A.T. in the making of the flick. Say hello to the bad guy. “I’m just a bad guy. I’m from the streets, and I do what bad guys do. I play Carlos. I’m definitely a bad guy. I don’t have a problem playing a bad guy, ’cause everybody looks at me as […]

“Fuckin’ welfare check bitches/ Hell yeah I deck bitches, Chris Brown” Let me tell you, you won’t hear this on your FM dial, but dope nonetheless. New Sean Rambo. Hey! nation

[vodpod id=Video.3696099&w=425&h=350&fv=] For 15 years, Southwest Atlanta’s Venetian Hills Elementary School was without a playground. That is until the Ludacris Foundation teamed up with United Health Care and built a play area for the children. At the playground. You know?

Pick and choose June 22nd. eminem

Last Thursday, Jamie Foxx caught up with T.I. in the studio for a four part interview. In the first clip, Tip spoke on his weapons charge, prison time, and approval of Tiny’s reality show. Afterward, he discusses his new album, fame, and trite questions. Got that “interviewers”?  By the third video, Jamie tells a story of meeting T.I. for the first time and more LP talk. In the final vid, he speaks on his new movie Takers.

Before heading to the studio, Cory Gunz and partner Los warm up in the bullpen with a couple writtens. Not bad gentlemen. Not bad.

As promised, here’s new material from T.I. Any takers on this? King Uncaged comes August 17th. splash

Despite an elbow injury and some knee damage, Uncle Bun finished his international race earlier this month. Here he recounts the crazy experience. Also it looks like his SOB’s show is now official tissue. Get your tickets here. Bun B and Friends? I shoulda thought of that!

Hope this isn’t the vibe Cam’s looking for while in ATL. Here he throws a verse on top of Roscoe Dash’s ditty. When the fuck we start bouncin’? green

Pastor Troy makes his way back to the main stage on June 15 with his sequel to Attitude Adjuster. Below is the first single. Pop off, then click play. yk2

[vodpod id=Video.3694574&w=425&h=350&fv=] In T.I’s first round of post prison interviews, he reveals to Access Hollywood that he taught a Self Enrichment class while locked up. Each one teach one. y2k via rtny

Producer Scott Storch speaks to DJ Skee on relocating to L.A. to work with Dr. Dre on Detox. And if you’re still in denial, Scotty mentions the album is three tracks away from completion. Meanwhile, the Doc and Jimmy Iovine appeared on Skyrock radio earlier today in France. No audio yet, but Nav breaks down highlights of the interview. 1. ‘Under Pressure’s release was delayed because Eminem decided to drop his new one ‘Not Afraid’ first, which was not the original plan. […]

URB got the scoop that Lauryn Hill is set to close this year’s Rock The Bells concert and perform her debut album The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill in its entirety. Hopefully, confirmation comes later today during RTB’s press conference. Last month, Lauryn speculated that she had new music in the can. Can’t hardly wait. UPDATE: It’s a no go.

Hope you still have your Kush & Orange Juice handy as track number eight gets its close up. WSHH Previously: New Video: Wiz Khalifa “The Statement”

Luke, ‘Face and Tony Draper have all voiced their displeasure with VH1’s upcoming tribute to the South. Well UGK’s Bun B has a different take on things. He’s slated to perform three times during Thursday’s June 3 taping. Here why he’s so supportive of this year’s festivities.