Warren G’s keeping Nate Dogg’s name alive by working on a new EP. Set to release this summer, he did an entire project with Nate before he passed last month. Features will include The Game, B.o.B., and DJ Quik. “Nate wasn’t just a hook man, he was a songwriter too,” he remembers. “He was just incredible. Back in the day I had seen how he could captivate the crowd when he sang. We’d be in the hood and he’d sing […]
Killa and Vado were recently the latest guests on Peter Rosenberg and Cipha Sounds‘ Juan Epstein podcast. Cam shares some of his fondest stories, appearance on The O’Reilly Factor and a whole lot more.
Pharrell, Chad and Shae have just been announced as New Era‘s latest flagbearers. Hats off to ya, guys. Get in where you fit in by checking out a clip of their shoot and interview above. hhnm
The Hype Men continue their weekly podcast series with an interview with legendary photographer Jonathan Mannion. They touch on a host of topics including, DMX bathing himself in blood, breaking new artists, Lil’ Wayne and much more. hype men
Aubrey Graham is set to hit the big screen. Well, his voice that is. As of now, his role is unknown, but Reuters reports that Drake will lend his vocals for the new animated Ice Age film. Singer/Actress Jennifer Lopez is the latest voice addition to the forthcoming animated film “Ice Age: Continental Drift.” Lopez and actor Jeremy Renner will join new voice cast members Keke Palmer, rapper Drake, Wanda Sykes and Aziz Ansari. The new additions was announced on […]
[vodpod id=Video.7239816&w=540&h=350&fv=%26rel%3D0%26border%3D0%26] Bonsu Thompson continues his conversation with Al Lindstrom and speaks on his apprehensiveness on working with The Source and recruiting Combat Jack to his Mind Squad.
[vodpod id=Video.7240329&w=425&h=350&fv=autoPlay%3Dfalse%26amp%3Bsid%3DMTV_rapfix%26amp%3BconfigParams%3Dvid%3D646497%26amp%3Binstance%3Dwp%26amp%3BfreewheelId%3DMTV_rapfix] Believe it or not, Havoc tells MTV that he hasn’t yet read Prodigy’s book, My Infamous Life. Despite the surrounding controversy, he says that he supports his Mobb Deep Co-D. He then goes on talk about accidentally shooting a Def Jam employee—at Def Jam!
Although Gucci Mane’s still behind bars, there’s no delaying the release of the Ferrari Boyz album with Flocka. Waka tweeted that the project is going to be released June 21. Hopefully by then La Flare makes bail.
[vodpod id=Video.7224500&w=540&h=350&fv=%26rel%3D0%26border%3D0%26] Snoop keeps his #PuffPuffPassTuesdays moving along with another viral clip off the album. No peer pressure here, but you might wanna pick up Doggumentary if you haven’t already. wshh
Diddy brought his Coming Home Tour over to the Tabernacle in the ATL last night. He didn’t come alone though. Before hitting the stage he brought out Lloyd, Roscoe Dash, YC, and Big Boi. Nice robe, Puff. ea
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.