It’s only a snippet, but there’s a full verse from Weezy. Word on the streets is that this will serve as the lead single off Swizzy’s Haute Living LP and may appear on the Transformers III soundtrack as well. We can roll with this. info via uhtn
[vodpod id=Video.5589580&w=425&h=350&fv=] Kimberly cruises Jamaica Ave in Queens for the first video off her Black Friday mixtape. We’re assuming not only a Nicki Minaj look-a-like is featured in the flick, but also her so-called Paypal supporters. Can’t wait for another reaction. Sidebar: Lil Kim On Juan Epstein l Faith Talks Lil Kim & B.I.G.’s Son
Such kind words. Anyway, Tyler, The Creator and Hodgy Beats of Odd Future made their television debut on Late Night With Jimmy Fallon. With backup from The Roots, they performed the cut, “Sandwitches”. At the end of their recital, Mos Def also makes a brief on-camera appearance. Swag. Previously: Tyler, The Creator Performs “Yonkers” At Santos
With N.E.R.D.’s “God Bless Us All”, Jadakiss emerges with a new freestyle, which Flex premiered earlier this evening. Interesting choice of beat lil bruh. I Love You mixtape on the way.
J.Period will release a new remix compilation project featuring Black Thought, John Legend, and Rakim and here’s the first offering. Sounds like a good idea, so don’t sleep on this one. hhnm
[vodpod id=Video.5588153&w=425&h=350&fv=%26rel%3D0%26border%3D0%26] You might remember hearing this beat back in 2009 when R-Les and Rozay were in the studio working together. Obviously, the beat never went to Rozay, so Les took it for himself. Few weeks ago, he premiered the track live at Love Nightclub in D.C. Maybachs are a guys best friend.
[vodpod id=Video.5587683&w=425&h=350&fv=configParams%3Did%253D1656633%2526vid%253D623573%2526uri%253Dmgid%253Auma%253Avideo%253Amtv.com%253A623573] Talib Kweli recently sat down with DJ Envy for MTV’s Sucker Free and spoke on his son rapping, a Black Star album that could possibly be in the works in the near future and recording with Mos Def in MC Hammer’s home studio.
As promised, Fashawn drops off his latest mixtape, which features 22 tracks with appearances by GLC, Tony Williams, Gilbere Forte & J.Cole. Learn a thing or 2 after the jump.
[vodpod id=Video.5587491&w=425&h=350&fv=] Media personalities Jeff Baraka and Can Be captured various shows during The Roots’ Hennessey Artistry tour last year. Included in the nine minute short-film, they also had the chance to interview ?uestlove at the House Of Blues in Chicago. nr
[vodpod id=Video.5588254&w=425&h=350&fv=] Here we go again? TMZ reports that Waka Flocka dodged bullets this afternoon when his tour bus was riddled in Charlotte, NC. After Waka’s security returned fire, one individual was hit and a few were detained. Here’s to life imitating art. Update: Looks like Flocka is fine.
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.