After their performance, The Source caught up with Rick Ross to discuss signing Wale and Meek Mill to his Maybach Music empire. Rozay also weighs in on being labeled as one of the greatest beat selectors in the game. After the jump, Mr. Folarin elaborates more on his deal. His chain heavy. Ha!
[vodpod id=Video.5572000&w=425&h=350&fv=%26rel%3D0%26border%3D0%26] A few days ago, Juelz gave an in-depth interview with Ozone. He spoke on his recent arrest and apologized for the delays of Reagan Era and the I Can’t Feel My Face album. He also confirmed the Diplomats pending deal with Interscope Records.
[vodpod id=Video.5599904&w=425&h=350&fv=config%3Dhttp%3A%2F%2Fwww.realgravity.com%2Fcached%2Fapi%2Fstaticplayerxml%2Fc0e00780-d58f-012d-2afb-12313b079c51%2Fc5e1f53afc5b20b77e152d3cda774c34000a%3Fembedded%3Dtrue] Mikey Fresh sat down with Bobby Ray to speak on his new VIBE cover as well as linking with Bruno Mars and Wiz Khalifa. Hip-Pop rules.
[sparkart-clique site=”rap_radar” video=”saigon_3″] Did you know Faith Evans was nine months pregnant when she recorded the hook for “Clap”? How mad was Giddy when Just first played “It’s Alright” on Shade 45? What’s up with the album’s comical, light-hearted joints like “Give It To Me”? All that and more with the conclusion of my convo with Saigon which was conducted on The Greatest Story Never Told‘s release date. Support real rap. Previously: 1 & 2
I promise you, he’s only 16! Ah, memories. During Grammy Weekend last Saturday, Young Chris took a step back and reflected on his 2001 freestyles on Hot 97. Man, those were the days when you actually had to get your tapes ready.
In December, Banko announced he was prepping the release of his second installment of The Cold Corner. And while performing at the Key Club in Hollywood (8:20 mark), he confirms its dropping in two weeks. Better dress warm. hhnm
[vodpod id=Video.5599073&w=425&h=350&fv=] Strong Arm Steady’s album Arms & Hammers hits stores on February 22nd, but until next week, here’s a short film from the crew. We’ll let Krondon explain it for everyone: Arms & Hammers: The Foundation is a short 15-minute film about everyday life in the City of Los Angeles. It follows three young men who approach survival differently but all-in-all have the same purpose throughout. The characters by no means reflect the individuals in Strong Arm Steady directly, […]
[vodpod id=Video.5945684&w=540&h=350&fv=%26rel%3D0%26border%3D0%26] A blunt, a cup, and a couple of bad bitches. That’s all Waka Flocka needs in this world of sin. Here’s his latest film in support of his mixtape, Salute Me Or Shoot Me 3. Just another day in the life of Juaquin Malphurs.
Meet L.A.’s J-Doe. He’s the newest member of the Conglomerate team and he’s about to make Busa-Busss mad more cream. Ha! California love.
With Meek Mill missing in action, Rick Ross and Wale performed “Pandemonium” (presumably for the first time) in Los Angeles yesterday for Skull Candy’s All Star kick-off party. karencivil
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.