It’s official. Days before the Brooklyn Nets make their playoff debut, Jay-Z renounced his ownership of the team. Don’t get it twisted though, he’s still keeping his seat. Being a member of the Nets organization surpassed some of my greatest ambitions. It was never about an investment; it was about the NETS and Brooklyn. My job as an owner is over but as a fan it has just begun. I’m a Brooklyn Net forever. It’s been an honor to work […]
Dizzy Wright puts his talents on display for a few minutes in today’s XXL Freshman freestyle clip. Below that, cheek out his latest video, “First Agreement” featuring Nikkiya and Manny Scott.
Just when you thought it was a wrap, Timbaland exhumes his weekly music series. Today, he kicks things off with audio from Attitude and DJ Khaled. This sounds like a whole lotta of dated material.
Jae Millz’s pops a squat on the barstool for his new recording produced by Harry Fraud. It’s kind of crazy how close Mill’s baritone is similar to that of CyHi The Prince’s
King Kendrick and the crew. On sale April 30. Cop it, ya bish. RESPECT.
All eyes were on Drake this week with the release of his two new recordings, “No New Friends” and “Girls Love Beyonce”. And for this week’s final episode of The Elliott, critiques both songs. Nothing Was The Same coming soon.
It appears that Rocko’s milking his single for all it’s worth with weekly remixes. Here’s today’s installment featuring A$AP Rocky. It’s the song that never ends.
The Best Of Both Offices just got a little bigger. After putting in years at Def Jam with partner Steve-O (pictured left) Kendall “Young Sav” Freeman has been named Vice President of Maybach Music Group. Once label’s loss is another’s label’s gain. In a statement provided to Billboard, Sav says “I am extremely excited to embark on this new path in my career. I appreciate Ross for noticing my grind, work ethic and giving me a major opportunity to not […]
Revamps will never die as long as Jim Jones is around. So for his latest, Capo puts excursions onto the Tube for T. Rone’s remix. Jomo loves his fans.
“TIME’s most influential was impressive’, specially since I wasn’t in the artist section…” Hov’s back with builders and titans. As one of seven covers, Gloria’s Warrior rubs elbows with the 99 most influential people on Earth. You can check out his feature written by New York City mayor Michael Bloomberg here. Y’all gon’ read today.
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.