Never been a gimmick, just a young nigga with lyrics. Ty Kidd Previously: I Remember 

[vodpod id=Video.15816345&w=540&h=350&fv=] The Grammys are two months away and J.Cole is nominated for Best New Artist. Despite the stiff competition, Jay-Z says his protegé already won in his eyes. Cole statement. “I think it’s great for him, because I’m sure it’s a dream of his. We grew up seeing Michael Jackson, and I’m sure he grew up seeing whatever moment stuck in his mind, so I know it’s great for him to do that,” Hov told MTV News following a […]

Algernod had his day in court last week in Florida’s Alachua County. His testimony stems from a lawsuit filed against him by the victims of a 2006 shooting in Gainesville.

YMCMB’s Lil Twist and 2 Chainz do things their way on this new collabo. Off Lil Twist’s upcoming mixtape The Golden Child coming December 20.

Who needs a tour guide? From sun up to sun down, GLC takes us around his town for his new video. Directed by Terrence Jones. Get into the Eternal Sunshine Of The Pimpin Mind here.

[vodpod id=Video.15815923&w=540&h=350&fv=] Prior to hitting the stage last week at his homecoming concert in Pittsburgh, Mac caught up with a few players from the Steelers. With the beatbox going, tight end Weslye Saunders joined in and kicked a few lines as well. rapfix

Last month, Mystikal joined Busta Rhymes by signing with Cash Money. In a press release today, Baby and Mystikal discussed their new partnership: It is an honor to get the opportunity to work with Mystikal, as we have a long history together. He is a great artist and his talent, combined with our hard work and strong team, is going to result in some of the best music of his career. We are expecting great work from Mystikal. Slim and […]

Jay-Z and Kanye are shooting their video for “Niggas In Paris” today at the Staples Center in Los Angeles. So much for France. According to HB Model agency, Kanye will be returning to the director’s chair. Here are two lo-res flicks found on FSD.

Before Common made his way over to The Park On Fourteenth in D.C. last Friday (great show by the way), he stopped by WKYS’ EZ Street’s show for a five minute freestyle. Rappers take notes.

The good always die young. Unfortunately, Trae experienced the loss of a close friend a few weeks back and dedicates his take of Drake’s “Look What You’ve Done” to the ABN affiliate. R.I.P. Money Clip D! uhtn