[vodpod id=Video.15781026&w=540&h=350&fv=] Back in October, Taylor Swift brought out TIP during her tour stop in Atlanta. Speaking with MTV, the Kang reflected on the day he got Ms. Swift’s invite via phone. She’s got all the rappers on speed dial ha! “I was pleasantly surprised and confused,” T.I. said of receiving the phone call from Swift. “I was confused because I know it’s a phenomenal opportunity, but being T.I. — the Rubberband Man — and Taylor Swift being America’s Sweetheart, […]
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The crown is for the taking and so is Los’ new mixtape. Catch the titles and download link after the jump.
Bun B and Pimp C’s widow, Chinara Butler have announced the third annual Pimp C Health Fair, which will take place Saturday, December 10 at the 5th Ward Multi Service Center in Houston. According to the press release, the event from 2pm-6pm will have a Pimp C memorabilia exhibit, free HIV testing, Wii raffle and more. Proceeds will help benefit the Butler Scholarship Fund. Sidebar: J. Prince On The Rise Of Rap-A-Lot Records
Talk to the hand. Earlier this morning, K.R.I.T. swung through Shade 45’s Sway In The Morning and let loose his country grammar over DJ Wonder’s “5 Fingers of Death”. UPDATE: Video included
[vodpod id=Video.15780756&w=540&h=350&fv=] Last night, MTV2 aired the Sucker Free Awards, which took place a few weeks back at the Fontainebleau’s LIV in Miami. Above, Dade County’s finest accepts his “Artist Of The Year” award. Full winners after the jump.
On the eve of the album release, The Roots’ Black Thought and ?uestlove appeared on Cipha and Rosenberg‘s Juan Epstein podcast to discuss the album and a wide range of topics. undun in stores tomorrow.
After his first entry a few weeks back, Ja Rule checked in with VIBE for his latest kite. Up north, Ja discussed the first night behind bars, reflected on his deceased father and how responding to fan mail uplifts his spirits.
Nicki Minaj was honored this past Friday at Billboard’s Women In Music event. During her acceptance speech, she got misty-eyed while thanking her fans. Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded coming Valentine’s Day.
[vodpod id=Video.15780491&w=540&h=350&fv=] After performing in San Antonio last Thursday, DMX visited the Fort Sam Houston for a game of wheelchair basketball with injured troops. Good deed Dark Man. X tells TMZ: “It made my day as much as it did their day. One told me that I gave him the best early Christmas gift he ever got and that has me still smiling.”
Over the weekend, Busta and Chris began shooting their Hype Williams-directed video for their collabo in L.A.Who gon stop them now? More pics below.
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.