You know Jomo wasn’t going to let Drake’s instrumental pass him by. So for his and Trav’s latest revamp installment, they both add their rendition to the long list of others. Filmed in the studio of course.
CyHi and his crew find themselves in some hot water in his never ending video. Rule of thumb: When the block is hot, run for cover. Off Ivy League mixtape available here.
Hard to believe, but today marks the 13th anniversary of Big Pun’s passing. This afternoon on Hot 97, Mister Cee paid homage to Punisher with 60 minutes of his music. Sidebar: Mister Cee Interviews Pete Rock UPDATE: 2013 mix. 2013 MIX
It’s a New York takeover as A$AP and French split the Feb/Mar cover of XXL. In the issue, A$AP recalls the passing of his father and his parents’ musical influence. French discusses his debut album, 50 Cent and the time he was shot. Peep their solo covers below. All three issues hits newsstands February 19.
This track brings back some memories. Anyway, 360 personalizes Missy Elliott’s classic for his new freestyle. His new EP is set to drop later this year.
Emilo’s previous joints “HiiiPower and “The Devil II” snuck under the radar, but here’s his new recording with fellow arsonists Killa Kyleon and Doughbeezy. No Shame No Regrets arriving soon.
Mike Will made it over to Shade 45 for Sway’s morning show. In addition to name dropping his ideal MCs over his production, he talks working with Future and possibly future work with the Bieber God.
Before addressing his Cassidy beef and Rozay’s shooting with Q Deezy at Philly’s Hot 107.9, Meek started from the top with a freestyle over Drake’s single and a few shots at Cassidy.
YG is about to reup on more music and he’s bringing Nipsey along with him. During his chat with the LA Leakers, he reveals he plans to release a mixtape with Nip titled, 2 Of Amerikas Most Wanted. “Hey, Nip probably don’t know.. about the title. Mustard came up with that. I got records for it. I got records with Dom on it already. I got shit like, Nip know what’s up. You feel me. We finna do the tape […]
Kid Ink also stopped by Shade 45 last week and joined DJ Tony Touch on his late night gig. Above, the West Coaster follows the sound of Game’s “Dreams” for some wordplay action.
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.