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It’s true, hoes be winning. In fact, Power 105.1’s Angela Yee teamed up with Naked Angel Clothing for this T-shirt inspired by the sentiment. The first one to email with your name and size at [email protected] wins. Pun intended. Ha! UPDATE: Contest over.
Breezy’s record continues to make its rounds and today lands in the hands of So So Def. For the record, this marks Da Brat’s first recording since her release from prison. Look at her now.
It’s almost that time of the year folks. Billboard has announced the nominees for this year’s ceremony. Rihanna leads the pack with 18 nods, Eminem with 16 and Nicki Minaj pulls in a nod for Top New Artist. The ceremony airs on ABC on May 22 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. Full list underneath.
With araabMUZIK’s signature sound, IFWT let’s go of the fifth track off Cam and Vado’s upcoming release. Got to luv it that Gunz N’ Butta is finally dropping April 19. Bonus: “Killa” produced by araabMUZIK
Lupe Fiasco was a part of a panel discussion last night for Bun B’s Religion and Hip Hop Culture Class at Rice University. Others on the panel included Talib Kweli, Trae Tha Truth, Malice and more. Above Ozone captures the discussion on the subject of rappers as role models. After the jump, a clip of Lupe.
[vodpod id=Video.5982763&w=540&h=350&fv=] The screen shot says it all folks. Odd Future recently shot their piece for Vice magazine and under the direction of Terry Richardson, here’s what went down during the photo shoot. roy thomas Sidebar: Odd Future Announces East Coast Tour Dates
The young gunna catches the oohs and ahhs and gives Maino’s recent track a test run. Alive coming soon.
Nearly 15 years after the murders of Tupac Shakur and The Notorious B.I.G., the FBI has finally released the files on both cases. Last week, the bureau divulged more information surrounding Biggie’s murder and today, they released ‘Pac’s. Tupac Shakur Files l Notorious B.I.G. Files
One of the most underrated dope producers in hip-hop, DITC’s Buckwild spoke to Complex about his extensive catalogue of bangers. Peep his reflections on working with Biggie below and read the whole thing here. The Notorious B.I.G. “I Got A Story To Tell” (1997) Buckwild: “That was originally meant for Foxy. Tone from Trackmasters picked the beat for Foxy, and Foxy heard it, then she said, ‘It’s the worst beat I heard in my life.’ But you can’t knock it […]
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.