Raekwon’s Lost Jewlry EP was initially set to arrive today, but has been pushed back to next Tuesday. Last night, he previewed a few tracks off the project in Brooklyn and EMETakover has the highlights.
The morning after Love & Hip-Hop kicked off their third season, Joey returned to Power 105 to recap last night’s episode. He also discusses past relationships and more.
Bad as she wanna be, E-V-E glams up and returns to the small screen for her forthcoming album’s first visual. Lip Lock is expected to arrive later this year.
Nickle Nine blows dust off Kanye’s “We Major” instrumental and runs a few laps for his latest freestyle. Hopefully, this is a sign that there’s more to come.
Time to wake and bake. Juicy J kicks off the morning with another cut featuring his Taylor Gang boss. Produced by himself and Crazy Mike.
With DJ Clark Kent on the mic, Wale held court last night at the Bowery Ballroom and brought out French Montana for “Back 2 Ballin”, “Actin Up” and “Ocho Cinco”. Page 31 has more footage below of Wale performing “Bad” alongside Tiara Thomas and “The One Eyed Kitten Song”.
Is Brooklyn in the house? Without a doubt. So for Joell Ortiz, he reps his borough the best way he knows how on his latest recording. ifwt
Trinidad James keeps it in his hometown with the official remix featuring his fellow ATLiens. If that ain’t enough for ya, expect a lot more on the way. hhnm
The Heist is a fitting title for Macklemore and Ryan Lewis’ official debut. Seemingly in broad daylight, hip-hop’s independent contractors infiltrated Main Street, made their demands, and robbed critics blind with big budget hits and honest transparency. Anchored entirely by Ryan Lewis’ sonic boom, Macklemore begins their caper with “Ten Thousand Hours” and follows up with the irresistible, “Can’t Hold Us”. He spills his guts on cuts like “Neon Cathedral”, “Make The Money”, “Starting Over”) but still manages to not take […]
The best selling rap album of the year. The most controversial rap album of the year. And the most disappointing! Oh Nicki you can rhyme but the direction you’re taking your career is disturbing. Who cosigned this Roman character shit in the first place? The intro here is dreadful. And did you really have to put your dick in our face on the clumsy “Come On A Cone”? Besides the terrific “Beez In The Trap” (Thank you, 2 Chainz) you […]
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.