As previously reported, Don Cartagena was sentenced to 4 months in prison related due to tax issues with Uncle Sam. But before turning himself in later today, he gives us the third installment in his Darkside series featuring production by DJ Premier, Cool and Dre, Diamond D, 9th Wonder and more. Stream and download the project below.
Drake starts his set by recreating his recently revealed album art while performing “Hold On, We’re Going Home” and then transitions into “Started From The Bottom”. Barring any further setbacks, Nothing Was The Same will be in stores September 24th.
With a couple of moon men already in hand, Macklemore and Ryan Lewis take to the stage with Mary Lambert and Jennifer Hudson to perform their current platinum selling single, “Same Love”. Their Best Hip-Hop video acceptance speech below.
13 years ago Justin made his solo debut on stage at the Video Music Awards and tonight he comes full circle as he was honored with the Video Vanguard Award. Prior to receiving the award he ran through an extensive medley of his hits before reuniting with the members of NSYNC to perform “Bye, Bye, Bye”. His Vanguard and Video of the Year Award after the jump.
With the second Beats By Dre commercial of the day we get the announcement that fans around the world have been waiting for. Eminem is returning with The Marshall Mathers LP 2 on November 5 and it will be executive produced by Dr. Dre and Rick Rubin. Look for the first single, “Berzerk” this Tuesday August 27. UPDATE: Second commercial we get to hear an extended preview of Em’s new single “Berzerk”.
‘Ye kept the censors on their toes during a spirited performance of “Blood on the Leaves” tonight. Below he explains the significance of the photo he used as the background for his set.
MTV held their annual VMAs tonight at Brooklyn’s Barclays Center. Above Miley brought her twerk skills with her single, “We Can’t Stop”. Afterwards, Robin Thicke hit the stage for “Blurred Lines” and “Give It 2 Me (Remix)” with 2 Chainz and Kendrick Lamar. Twerk, Miley.
For their latest commercial the folks over at Beats By Dre links up with 2 Chainz to “destroy bad sound”. The clip stars 2 Chainz and features a preview of his Drake and Lil Wayne assisted track “I Do It”, which is featured on the rapper’s sophomore album. B.O.A.T.S. 2: Me Time. drops September 10.
With Brooklyn as the backdrop for this year’s VMAs, Lil Kim’ escorted Sway and MTV through Biggies old neighborhood. They also visited the spot where he delivered a verbal ass kicking. Preeme has yet to recover.
Jamaica meets Trinidad as The Gully God hooks up with Nicki for his latest single produced by Ja Productions. Nicki should’ve gave more to her verse.
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.