Standing next to Elmo is actor Roscoe Orman. Before playing “Gordon” on Sesame Street, he starred as a pimp in the film, Willie Dynamite. And now that Mac’s reached 900k followers on Twitter, he carries on tradition with his ode to the Blacksploitation classic.
[vodpod id=Video.15432847&w=540&h=350&fv=%26rel%3D0%26border%3D0%26] If you’re unfamiliar with Kirko Bangz, now would be a good time to say hello. Here’s the visual representation for his rendition of “I’m On One”. His new mixtape, Progression 2 is coming soon.
Dame Dash used to pop ‘Cris, but now, he’s pitching Texas Tea. According to the video, Dame is embarking on his latest business endeavor, Dash Motors. Pennzoil, eat your heart out. nr
Not everything in life is handed to you easy. Sometimes you got to earn it. But we’ll let Slim tell it all in his new video, under the direction of Derick G. Produced by Nottz and off Slim’s upcoming War Music LP. Previously: “Fuck You” | “Gunplay”
Trouble gets the green light to release his new mixtape, hosted by Don Cannon. Tracklist after the jump and download it here at livemixtapes.
Instead of a blunt in one ear, Gibbs sports the Beats by Dr. Dre headphones as he puts his gangsta raps over Weezy and Drizzy’s radio hit. Cold Day In Hell coming soon. thank you: kc Previously: Bow Wow
In celebration of 20 years, them Naughty boys from Jerz will release their, Anthem Inc., which will feature re-recordings and unreleased material. Before that arrives on November 15, here’s a new jam featuring Joe. Cop on iTunes here.
As-Salamu Alaykum. Wa alaikum as salaam. And before the full version is released, MMG’s fantastic four tease us with a pretty lengthy preview. Directed by SpiffTV and Dre Films. Self Made in stores now.
As-Salamu
Shocked? Yeah, us too. On the other side of Complex’s October/November cover is Bay Area rapper, Kreayshawn. Again, issue on newsstands October 4th, but you can peruse the feature here. “I never made anything with the intention of signing a record deal,” she says. “It was just for fun. The moment I realized I could get a record deal, was when I got a record deal. I didn’t see myself getting famous.” “People say, ‘You’re changing the game,’” she continues. […]
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.