It’s no days off for Statik Selektah, Termanlogy and Reks. While across the pond, they recorded this track which will be off 1982’s upcoming album, 2012. What a great start for the new year. Statik says: recorded 10 minutes ago… we had an off day in Sweden on the European Population Control tour…. for the internets/dj’s/fans. New 1982 album “2012″ dropping top of the year on Showoff/ST. Records hhnm
There’s some hoes in this house. And the video-making machine, Lil B is back with a new viral that keeps his poor lil rich girls all in check.
Always expect the unexpected when it comes to what the Chef is cookin’. Come Christmas, expect his new mixtape, UnExpected Victory under your tree. nav
Fresh off the release of her new track and Billboard’s Women In Music Awards, Nicki phoned into Tim Westwood’s BBC Live show to discuss the difference between her upcoming album and Pink Friday. info
T-Pain lets the keys take over for his new video. This will not appear on his rEVOLVEr, but be sure to pick up the album the day after tomorrow.
With Yo! MTV Raps making its return to MTV tonight at Midnight with their “Classic Cuts” episode, Ed Lover took over the Hot 97 Throwback at Noon on Friday with some blasts from the past. Man, what a mix. info
It’s still a Cole World. And the Grammy Best New Artist nominee takes the cover of YRB’s latest cover. You can read the cover story here. Below is an excerpt on his project with Kendrick Lamar. Another project that he’s keeping quiet on is his joint studio album with Kendrick Lamar, which originated as a mixtape. Though the two haven’t hit the studio since laying down cuts including K. Dot’s “HiiiPoWeR,” Cole spoke with the Compton rapper about flying him […]
Crooked I’s going out for self again and releasing his new project, In None We Trust: The Prelude EP on December 13th. More details to come. UPDATE: Tracklist below 1. Ssuut x 2 2. Pocket Full Of Money 3. Roll Call Ft. G. Malone, Coniyac, Jay Rock, Mistah Fab 4. Diamond In The Back Ft. K-Young 5. Drum Murder Ft. Horseshoe G.A.N.G. 6. No Competition 7. Goin Bad Ft. KeyAna 8. Game Time (Bonus Track)
After dropping Billionaire Minds last month, Baby and Mack have already got their mind right for the follow-up and here’s its cover art. Great minds think alike? We’ll see on New Year’s Day.
On Thursday night, WeSC helped RZA celebrate the launch of his Chambers headphones at L.A.’s Trousdale. During the event, Talib Kweli hit the stage to debut his new RZA-produced track.
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.