For this week’s issue of Billboard, Ricky Rozay and Wale make their cover debut. Below is an excerpt from the cover story in which Rozay speaks on the success of MMG/WB this past year. Full cover story here. “I understand why New York’s a huge fan of Derek Jeter — because in the playoffs he always delivered, he always came through,” Ross says. “And that’s what it is when it comes to big records, big collaborations. I was fortunate last […]
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During last week’s Google Music’s launch show, Drake discussed the inspiration behind Take Care, which he says Weezy did not hear until it hit retail, Rihanna, wise words from Kendrick Lamar and more.
After premiering the track live on The Colbert Report last month, Talib Kweli and the artist formerly known as Mos Def, Yasiin Bey, finally release their Madlib-produced track on iTunes. Happy Black Star Friday!
Seems like the two mixtapes earlier this month weren’t enough for Tremaine. His Inevitable EP drops next Monday, but here’s another smooth groove to hold you over.
After recently dropping his latest album, Meth, Houston’s finest keeps it moving with his latest single. Purchase it on iTunes. dgb
Before this #Thug Thursday comes to an end, Thugga drops off another treat with the video of his
After a brief prayer, Snoop Dogg, Daz and Kurupt take us around Brazil for the day in their new video. Directed by Dah Dah.
This slipped under our radar when it was premiered on Shade 45 a few weeks back. Can you blame us? Well here it it is in its CDQ glory. We’re not the only ones who thinks this is bad, are we? hhnm
Time to wash away your sins. Under the direction of
Fresh off the F.A.M.E. tour, Shad invites us to The Hit Factory where discusses his upcoming video with Weezy and preps his track with Meek Mill for his Underrated album. Sounds good so far.
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.