Like the previous inauguration, Jeezy partook in the inauguration festivities and performed at the Echo Stage. Here’s a quick recap of the evening including a cat fight. Can’t we all just get along?
Pardon the angle. As the inauguration festivities are underway in D.C., Common performed at last night’s “Generation Now” party and was joined by John Legend for “The Light”.
Captain Rozay gasses up the speed boat and takes care of business out in sea in his new video directed by Dre Films. Off his album God Forgives, I Don’t, which can be picked up here.
To commemorate
Lloyd Banks doesn’t seem like he’s taking this year off. Moments ago, he took to Twitter to announce his new mixtape series with DJ Drama. No date set yet, but expect the first one soon. The A.O.N (all or nothin) series coming soon!! Bank$ Drama!
Legendary photographer Jonathan Mannion, takes it back to ’98 and reflects on DMX’s blood bath. The shoot resulted in the cover of X’s second album, Flesh of My Flesh, Blood of My Blood.
Up for some poker? Well Jimmy and Mel pull out the deck and stack their chips as they revamp Kendrick’s “Bitch Don’t Kill My Vibe”. They got their drink. They got their music.
It’s a sick world we live in. And featuring random clips of a few of today’s headlines, Ace flips the bird with his new black-and-white. Starvation 2 is available here.
Inspired by his recent interview, Brother Ali drops off a new recording in ode to The Human Serviette. Says Ali: I’ve had the pleasure of being interviewed and featured in some of the most incredible publications but the most entertaining and interesting interviews Ive ever had was with the one and only Nardwuar. During our interview he gave me The original program to a Muhammad Ali exhibition fight in Vancouver and several records. First thing I did when I got […]
Well, look who’s back. We haven’t seen CyHi for a minute, but he’s here to rep The A with a new joint featuring Travis Porter and Bobby Ray. His new mixtape, The Ivy League Club coming soon. UPDATE: Now with 2 Chainz and off the upcoming Ivy League: Kick Back on January 29.
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.