After Major asks to be featured in T.I. and Cee-Lo’s “Hello” video, T.I. includes the rest of the family and has them come up with ideas for their role in the flick. Family business. Previously: Ep. 6
For those who are trying to rack up on some gear, Krayzie Bone invites us inside his The Life Apparel store in Los Angeles. Off his recent release, The Quick Fix: Level 1 which can be picked up here. hhnm
With a few Bentleys, a whole lot of cash and plenty of women, it seems like Webbie’s doing pretty good these days. Well at least in his brand new video, that is.
Leading up to the release of his The Piecemaker 3: Return Of The 50 MCs on July 9, DJ Tony Touch is releasing never seen before clips he’s recorded over the last 20 years. Kicking things off is footage from 1994 at the Gavin Convention in New Orleans, where Busta and the late ODB kick a few raps, which of course later ended up as “Woo Hah” and “Damage”.
With his mind still focused on his T.R.U. 2 It, Cap 1 takes a stroll through his stomping grounds in his new black-and-white clip. Download the tape here.
While doing press for his new movie After Earth, Will Smith tells HipHollywood about his studio sessions with Mr. West. Three months ago, photos surfaced of the pair in the lab in Brazil. nav
Gangsta Boo is back in the mixtape game and lets go of her latest release. Guests include Big K.R.I.T., Young Buck, Maino, 8Ball, Drumma Boy and more. “Indiana Jones” video also after the jump.
Following up “Gangsta“, Kat Dahlia keeps bringing the heat on her second release. Her debut album, My Garden is coming soon. im
Here’s something that you might not hear on your FM dial. The Mad Rapper is back and taps Gunplay for his new audio. x
True love is just one click away on The-Dream’s ballad with Kelly Rowland. IV Play is in stores May 28.
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.