[vodpod id=Video.12165382&w=540&h=350&fv=] Earlier today, Jermaine returned to Hyde Park in the UK for this year’s Wireless Festival and gave a performance of his new single. Cole World: The Sideline Story drops September 27. roy thomas Sidebar: Freestyle
You found Manuel Noriega? In the Philippines? No, it was N.O.R.E. and last night he was in the lab with Pharrell and Jay Sean while working on his album. S.U.P.E.R.T.H.U.G. coming soon. 57
Bad Meets Evil called in to DJ Whoo Kid’s show today on Shade 45. Diversehiphop was listening and comes through with a rip of the audio. Part 1: On Hell: The Sequel debuting at #1 and response from Mike Epps on “I’m On Everything”. Part 2: Evil explains Nicki Minaj line and overall chemistry with Bad. Part 3: Proof’s role on Bad Meets Evil reuniting and The Alchemist’s late pass. Part 4: Fourth of July weekend plans.
It was a family reunion at Philly’s Power 99 last night as Beanie, Free, Young Chris, Neef, Oschino, Sparks and Peedi all hit up Cosmic Kev’s The Come Up Show for a freestyle. Back like they never left? Well catch them all on stage in Atlantic City tonight. UPDATE: Footage below
[vodpod id=Video.12094590&w=540&h=350&fv=%26rel%3D0%26border%3D0%26] During Summerfest 2011 in Milwaukee, Kanye interrupted his performance to address the crowd. He spoke on backlash from the press and criticism of his “Monster” video. Listen up and don’t forget he headlines the Essence Music Festival in Nawlins tonight. hco
Though the Finals ended a few weeks ago, Rozay and his team’s track lives on and is set to hit the small screen. Before tip off, here’s a quick preview. UPDATE: Now with full version. Directed by Spiff TV.
Lonnie and Nasir trade verses in this snippet believed to be on Common’s upcoming album, The Dreamer, The Believer. Full version drops June 23. fsd UPDATE: Nasir leaks it. Produced by No I.D. Happy 4th of July weekend, y’all.
Cory’s Son Of A Gun is pushed back until July 5, but while we wait another four days, YMCMB and MMG connect once again thanks to Meek Mill. We like both music crews. Sweet! rd
Lloyd’s fourth studio LP, King Of Hearts arrives in stores July 5, but here is the fourth title featuring Breezy and Veronica Vega. Sounds like this album is shaping up pretty nicely.
We all want the finer thangs in life, but how about some new Pimp C? Well here’s the latest offering featuring Thugga of the late Chad Butler’s next posthumous LP. We Still Pimping on July 12. nr Previously: “Grippin On The Wood” Ft. Big K.R.I.T.
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.