Here’s a backstage pass to Snoop’s recent gig in Pittsburgh, PA. Easy on the language Kurupt! Check back all week for more exclusive audio footage. Welcome aboard, Doggfather.

In memory of Roc Raida, here’s a classic mix he put together of breakbeats inspired by Kid Capri’s legendary mixtape of the same name. Thanks to DJ Wonder for the tip. Download here. Props: Domeshots and Fat Laces

Light-skinned Jermaine tells ABC News that he’s in the zone like the homie 2-3. “LeBron does everything. He can shoot, he can pass, he can handle the ball, he gets rebounds … That’s how I feel, whether its lyrics, or flow or beats. I just feel like I’m a renaissance man, like I’m revolutionizing the game. There’s been people who’ve rapped and produced—like Kanye—but I don’t feel like on the rapping side there’s ever been a producer who can rap […]

The Thorntons cover 1/3 of the next issue of Complex. Speaking with journo Damien Scott, the brothers touched on their musical palettes and how their Play Cloths line came out of necessity. After the jump, check out a behind the scenes look from the shoot.

My Italian is a bit rusty, but apparently Dr. Dre has teamed up with Hewlett-Packard to create a limited edition laptop. No word on availability or price point, but be prepared to pay like you weigh. Sidebar: Lady Gaga’s all ears.

According to TVNZ, Hov says Coldplay’s Chris Martin has inspired him to consider takin’ up Yoga. “Chris hasn’t tried to get me to do yoga yet but I am close to doing it. I’m envious of what he can do on stage. Watching him is amazing, he can really move. I want to be able to move like that, get my leg behind my ear, things like that.” Russell Rush approves this message. Previously: Jay-Z On The Price Of Fame

[vodpod id=Groupvideo.3462231&w=425&h=350&fv=] Scottie tells QDeezy that he used to work at Wendy’s just so he could afford Diddy’s signature threads. Let’s hope Craig Mack isn’t doin’ the same.

Here’s a teaser from the upcoming “This Is It” flick. The King doin’ what he did best. Sweet! Props: Life Files

Nippy woke up early this morning and called into Ed Lover’s Power 105.1 morning show. With limited time, she spoke on her decision to work with the Pied Piper. She sounds a lil’ crazy here. Maybe she didn’t have her coffee yet. Oh well. Previously: Whitney Houston On Oprah |Whitney Houston On Oprah (Part 2)

As promised, Mr. Crockett delivers again. Really good stuff. Hey anything with Fuck Boy Brown catchin’ a bad one works for me. Ha! Previously: Affion Crockett “I’m Sorry Taylor”

Here’s a new visual from the Boss of all Bosses. Not only is he a thug around the way, but he’s also got the tweets on lock. Follow him here: SlimThugga WSHH

[vodpod id=Groupvideo.3461904&w=425&h=350&fv=config_settings_language%3Ddefault%26config%3Dhttp%3A%2F%2Fnews.bbc.co.uk%2Fplayer%2Femp%2Fconfig%2Fdefault.xml%3F1.3.114_2.14.10344_10753_20090817121631%26playlist%3Dhttp%253A%252F%252Fnews.bbc.co.uk%252Fmedia%252Femp%252F8260000%252F8265600%252F8265613.xml%26embedReferer%3D%26embedPageUrl%3Dhttp%3A%2F%2Fnews.bbc.co.uk%2F2%2Fhi%2Fprogrammes%2Fandrew_marr_show%2F8265613.stm%26config_settings_autoPlay%3Dfalse%26config_settings_showPopoutButton%3Dfalse%26config_settings_showUpdatedInFooter%3Dtrue%26config_plugin_fmtjLiveStats_pageType%3Deav1%26config_plugin_fmtjLiveStats_edition%3DInternational] At the 11 minute mark,  Hov says that he never intended on being famous. He then explains the dichotomy of managing celebrity with normalcy. Yep, crack fame kills. Don’t drown, Gay Fish. Heads Up: Hattie Collins

[vodpod id=Groupvideo.3461756&w=425&h=350&fv=affiliateSiteId%3D113363%26amp%3BwidgetId%3D209139%26amp%3Bwidth%3D422%26amp%3Bheight%3D401%26amp%3BkaShare%3D1%26amp%3Brevision%3D25%26amp%3BautoPlay%3D0%26amp%3BmediaType_mediaID%3Dvideo_790981%26amp%3BplayOnLoad%3D0] Here’s a raw and uncut preview of Algernod’s “Becky” visual. Fellatio never this good…unless, Karrine was involved of course.

Life after “Hard Rock.” Thank heavens. This is more like it. Props: Are You In That Mood Yet

Here’s something you hear everyday: an Auto-Tuneless T-Pain. Apparently, this an appetizer until the release of his next album, Revolver. Anyone up for a lil’ Russian roulette? X

[vodpod id=Groupvideo.3459707&w=425&h=350&fv=] Yesterday, Wasalu made the trek to Governors Island and performed in front of several hundred New Yorkers. If you missed out, grab a front row seat after the jump. Props: Lupe x PDS

Kanye’s bloke from across the pond performs track 15 off The Blueprint 3 at the RSVP Gallery in Chi-Town. If life is but a beach chair, than this shit is a broken milk crate. Previously: G.O.O.D. Music (Live In Chicago) Props: X

No label? No problem. Dat Nigga Daz literally takes it to the streets and plugs his new album, Public Enemiez. See Dukie, there’s hope after all. Props: 57th Ave

[vodpod id=Groupvideo.3457500&w=425&h=350&fv=] Eskay’s favorite rapper speaks on Roc Raida’s genius. Of course, genius is one percent inspiration and ninety-nine percent perspiration. UHTN

Last night, the Good Die Mostly Over Bullshit collective held court at the Masquerade Atlanta, GA. Feed your soul with more clips after the cut. Props: Broken Cool via WOTS