Preparing for Coachella, K-Dot phoned Bootleg Kev to discuss his new single, writing for and working with Dr. Dre, his upcoming album and more. For those waiting on a mixtape prior to the LP, don’t expect one.
In recognition of today’s date, Slim The Mobster and Friday both play Jason over the dark instrumental. Thank God it’s Friday? Sounds like it. Be on the lookout for Slim’s new mixtape coming soon.
Over the soulful sounds provided by Statik Selektah, Kid Ink laid down a few of his raps during his visit to Statik’s Shade 45 show last night. Smooth sailing.
With 4/20 coming next Friday, Uncle Snoop lets loose his new single off Smokers EP. Instead of breathing it in, this dud never should’ve gotten out. Check out the EP’s tracklist after the cut.
MMG’s Torch is back in his native NY and heads Uptown with Jomo and Provalone P for his new video. Off his mixtape, U.F.O. Vol. 2.
The Chef’s protege is gearing up to release his mixtape, No Handouts on April 16th. For the first leak off the project, he hands us his new track featuring Mac Miller. Hate later, listen now.
Meek and Jahlil Beats reunite on this new cut off Dreamchasers 2. The beat is haunting and meshes well with his scatty flow. Come to think about it, Gunplay or 2 Chainz would probably tear this apart too. DC2 drops April 24th. pitchfork
Now that we are finally getting that 50 Cent/Gangsta Grillz mixtape, The Lost Tape soon, DJ Drama spoke to The Boombox on how the idea came about. “We ran into each other at my party out there. I think I said a joke to him real quick about [doing a Gangsta Grillz tape], like, ‘You playing…,’ because a while ago we were supposed to be doing a G-Unit tape that never happened and we’ve been discussing some things. I was with his […]
Inside the Marriott at 2 am, rising MC Big Stat and Big Mef drops a few quick bars while loitering in the lobby. Guess this wasn’t a non-smoking area. wtcfolife
[vodpod id=Video.16362105&w=540&h=350&fv=] In the wake of the arrest of George Zimmerman, Wyclef linked up with Prescribed and J. Williams for their tribute to Trayvon Martin. Above is their viral “I Am” focusing on global profiling.
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.