Apparently, it’s still a 1-8-7. And for the first release off Freddie Gibbs’ ESGN, he and West Coaster Problem go for the kill. In related news, Gibbs recently had some unkind words for his former boss,Young  Jeezy. Gotta respect it. Fuck no. Anything he tells you, it’s going to be fake. I am going to give you the real. He gonna give you the sugarcoated version. That’s the difference between me and him. He gonna give you the sugarcoated shit, […]

Ace Hood will finally face his Trials & Tribulations on July 16. But in the meantime, he revisits the Rich Gang All-Stars tape with his new flick. Directed by Ivan Berrios.

Waka flips 50K into 100 grand with T.I. on the remix to his latest single. If these bandz don’t make her dance, nothing will.

Class is in session as N.O.R.E. gets a crash course in hip-hop history. The only problem here is Pharrell’s absence in the video. Download Student Of The Game here.

“DON’T ASK ME QUESTIONS, MAN! SHUT UP! DON’T EVER TALK!” Basically if you got a camera and wish Yeezus a happy birthday, don’t expect a thank you— Ever! Previously: vs. Pole & Paparazzi

Old pic, new visit. Jadakiss returned to Peter Rosenberg and Cipha Sounds podcast. In the hour discussion, he discussed fatherhood, his career, Allen Iverson and more.

More dedication? Yes indeed. Yesterday, DJ Drama confirmed that he and Lil Wayne are dropping the fifth installment of their Gangsta Grillz series. In related news, peep Drama’s return to South Africa below.

Producer Mike Dean also appeared on HuffPost Live’s yesterday. He recalls his Death Row days, unreleased 2pac diss recordings, discusses Yeezus and confirms Watch The Throne 2 is on the way. Related: YN

This is real brotherly love. Will Smith returned to Philadelphia and caught up with Gillie Da Kid at the Batcave Studio. While doing dumbbell curls, he previewed Gillie’s upcoming movie and music. Can’t leave rap alone.

At the loading dock in NYC’s meatpacking district, Kanye hosted a listening session for his upcoming album, Yeezus. He played a few tracks off the album, explained its concept and marketing strategy. Those in attendance included Jay-Z, Beyoncé, Q-Tip, Busta Rhymes, DJ Khaled, Timbaland and more. Above is a highlight via Info. Yeezus drops a week from today.