Well, this isn’t fly. During MTV’s Rap Fix Live broadcast today, Birdman and Lil Wayne confirmed that a new Big Tymers album is in the works. When asked if Mannie Fresh was involved, Birdman shot down the notion and said the group would consist of himself, Wayne, and Drake. Nobody’s feelin that, pleighboi. Jae Millz, Lil Chuckee and T-Rone freestyle below.
Troy Ave and his comrades hit the studio with The Chocolate Boy Wonder for a session that will appear on the producer’s upcoming album. Here’s a sample of what to expect.
With no police or body bags on the scene, Rich Boy and his troops roll out the yellow tape for their new video off Back To Class.
Like true kings, Blue Sky Black Death and UK’s SAS walk through the valley with their new cut featuring Killa and P.A.P.I. BSBD and SAS’ upcoming Celestial coming soon. nr
From popping tags to popping plaques. Five months after hitting the ‘net, Macklemore and Ryan Lewis’ single “Thrift Shop” has gone platinum. The song is currently number 10 on the Billboard Hot 100. Congrats! Check out my PSA from our YouTube sit-down after the jump. UPDATE: The song is now double triple quadruple quintuple sextuple platinum. chartnews
Back like he never left, Ransom tours the city in his new feature presentation. Directed by Smokestack. Not acquainted with The Alternative? Go back here for it.
Forced out of Queens, Pharoahe takes across the Atlantic to South Africa in search of more peace. In the meantime, you’ll find a lot of it on his W.A.R.
Tito Lopez’s Y.O.U. mixtape is on its way. But while we wait, he pulls up and flosses on his new track featuring Trae Tha Truth and Jaamel.
Two weeks after scoring another platinum plaque, Macklemore and Ryan Lewis’ single is now the number one song in country. The duo make Billboard history as the only group to have their first two singles hit the top of the charts. Congratulations! Cop The Heist here.
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.