For this Life+Times’ Decoded installment, 9th invites inside his laboratory. He reflects on his encounter with Jay before crafting “Threat” and breaks down how he flipped its sample. So sincere.
Big Move.
Directed by the Motion Family, two of Def Jam’s newest signees get together for their brand new video. Love
The rest of the Wu weren’t available so Method Man held things down with The Roots last night on Jimmy Fallon.
From war to poverty, Miguel holds his candle to some of the world’s on-going issues in his brand new video. Kaleidascope Dream in stores now. “It’s so easy to ignore what’s right in front of us sometimes. I wanted to create a song and visual that addressed my everyday concerns of life as I know it in the world that we live in.” hypebeast
You’re not going to need GPS to find Willie The Kid. Yesterday afternoon, he released his new EP,
Mr. Ocean dialed up BBC Radio 1’s Zane Lowe yesterday. In the 30 minute chat, he discusses his Grammy experience, possible tour and studio session with Pharrell. He also says that he’s 10-11 songs deep into his next album. frankocean.net
Wall-ay was courtside at the Washington Wizards game last night and while
“Nigga tried to kill me but I had the thing cocked”
Nicki Minaj is the latest celeb to get animated in Fame‘s comic book series. Written by Michael Troy and drawn by Jill Lamarina, the issue can be purchased at Comic Flea Market for $3.99. Fame: Nicki Minaj
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.