While in Vancouver, Def Jam’s Logic finally got his interview with Nardwuar. After discussing the story behind the reach out tweet, Nardwuar treated him with vinyls from Sinatra to No I.D. He’s excited.
It was revealed to the world yesterday that Kanye West and Kim Kardashian named their daughter North— Nori for short. When the real Noreaga caught the news on Sway In The Morning, he called in to react to their similarity in pronunciation. “I’m so honored… I’ve never met a Kardashian… Even if they named [the baby] NORE, and Kim doesn’t know who I am — I’m sure Kanye knows who I am. So, I’m very honored.”
2pac’s gone Hollywood. Next year, the late MC will be honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk Of Fame. He will become only the fourth rapper to have his name on the path. variety
J.Cole was in the DMV yesterday and brought his tour to The Fillmore. After receiving a shirt from a fan, Cole invited her on the stage to perform “Back To The Topic”. Basic fans? Toss ’em out. jbdc
With Da Snowman and YG still around, Iamsu! gets his act right on the remix to Yo Gotti’s single. Interesting how the Bay Area sound is slowly making a resurgence.
Over Nas’ “Affirmative Action”, Vinny and Kid Art take it to the streets of Harlem USA in their new video. The song will appear on Vinny’s upcoming mixtape Kings Landing. Once you’re done watching, peruse his Q&A with Interview.
Master P returns to the beat as Problem enlists his services as well as Wiz, Tyga and Breezy for his “Like Whaaat” remix. Premiered earlier during his visit at L.A.’s Power 106.
Chance The Rapper took a bite out of the big apple last night for his sold out show at S.O.B.s During his set, he even brought out Travis McCoy. GoodFellaMedia has the coverage. Acid Rap is available here. Sidebar: Sway In The Morning Freestyle
After the Miami Heat won the NBA Championship, Drake wanted to celebrate with the team. Unfortunately, he was denied media access into the locker room. Burn. Where your real friends at? Sidebar: Access granted at Club Story via WRE
Jon Connor and Freddie Gibbs exercise their right to brag on their collaboration. The track is lifted off Connor’s Unconscious State dropping on July 2.
Masego continues to show his creativity and versatility with Studying Abroad: Extended Stay. The combination of live instrumentation, smooth vocals, and West Indian influences makes this project an exciting listening experience. Adding new collaborations with talented artists gives fans even more reasons to explore the album and appreciate its musical diversity. I also appreciate how music and learning can connect through creativity, exploration, and new experiences. In the same way that listeners explore different musical styles, people can improve their practical skills by learning useful techniques such as "How to calculate proportions easily". Understanding proportions can make everyday calculations, comparisons, and problem solving much simpler. This is a great reminder that exploring new ideas can be rewarding in music, education, and daily life.