After announcing his new campaign with Mountain Dew, Mr. Carter celebrated in the right way and held a concert during SXSW last night at the Austin Music Hall. Above, is a clip of Weezy making his grand entrance courtesy of Mikey Fresh. He also shot his commercial.

After lending beats for the likes of Eminem, Snoop, Busta, G-Unit and more, the D-12 member Kon Artist will tackle the solo role with his debut album, tHe mEmO under his government name Denaun. Brace yourself. hhnm

Jim Jones is apparently still balling out of control. This evening, he reaches into his pocket and pulls out his new track. 60 stacks to be exact. ifwt

One year after the passing of his late friend Nate Dogg, Warren G takes a stroll through L.A. and reminisces on the good ol’ days in the video for his tribute track. R.I.P. Nathaniel Hale.

Roc-A-Fella records co-founder Kareem “Biggs” Burke appeared in court today and admitted to his federal drug charges including conspiracy and intent to distribute over 100 kilograms of Marijuana. As part of the plea deal, “Biggs” forfeited $660k, $15k seized cash, his 2010 BMW and home. As part of an 18-month investigation, Biggs’ New Bergen, NJ home was raided in October 2010 and was among the 50 individuals arrested for their drug trafficking operation that stretched from Florida to New York. Burke […]

Not only did 2 Chainz and Slaughterhouse perform at S.O.B.’s 30th Anniversary showcase, but Bad Boy’s very own, MGK was on the bill as well. Here’s footage of MGK wildin’ out with his latest single.

20 years in this game, lookin’ 17. Ty Kidd Previously: Positive Energy

Soon as Mr. Folarin touched Austin, Texas soil, he kept his promise by delivering his take over Cash Out’s popular track.

After heating up the block last summer with “Nasty“, Esco bosses up for NYC with his new single, produced by Salaam Remi, Da Internz and co-produced by Heavy D. The tentativey-titled album, Life Is Good, coming soon. Lyrics here. flex UPDATE: No tags.

Earlier this afternoon, A$AP and Q both took the outdoor stage in Austin and recited their stand-out collabo during the annual mtvU Woodie Awards. Habits & Contradictions available here. rubyhornet