As part of Real Talk NY‘s freestyle series, Cafe and Cain kick an acapella freebie during a photo shoot. Red Cafe’s free EP, Above The Clouds drops New Year’s Day.

Our pal Al is back with the latest from his Hip Hop Award Series as YN and company share their thoughts on which album takes the number one spot of the year. Em or Ye? You decide. Previously: Most Improved MC l Rookie Of The Year; 6th Man

The Voice Of The Young People was silenced two days before Christmas at Webster Hall in NYC. During Chris Brown’s All Black Extravaganza, Lil Mama was greeted with boos while spitting an acapella freestyle. That’s not popping at all. karencivil

Talib Kweli’s new album Gutter Rainbows will be available digitally and tangibly on January 25th. But for now, feast your eyes on the project’s cover courtesy of hhnm.

[vodpod id=Video.5199796&w=425&h=350&fv=] Directed by Jonah Schwartz, here is the latest flick from Spitta and friends. There sure is a whole lot of weed smoking going on. Hold on for a second while we get ours.

The legendary soul singer has passed away. 1956-2010. Rest In Peace, Lady T.

[vodpod id=Video.5194135&w=425&h=350&fv=] Konichiwa Hip Hoppers! As a bonus clip off the DJ Premier vs Pete Rock DVD released in Japan, Preemo and The Chocolate Boy Wonder spend an hour sharing some of their most memorable stories. Listen up, you’re going to be here for awhile. djpremierblog

[vodpod id=Video.5195606&w=425&h=350&fv=%26rel%3D0%26border%3D0%26] Nipsey recently stopped by to talk with Bootleg Kev about his latest mixtape The Marathon, leaving Epic Records, the status of his upcoming album South Central State of Mind, Kendrick Lamar being on Detox and much more.

Last night at Paradise Theater in the Bronx, Hot 97 held its Christmas concert. Performances included Nicki Minaj, Fabolous & Lloyd Banks. Above is some footage from the event last night courtesy of Industry Muscle. Sidebar: Soundcheck

Looks like Game isn’t too jolly this holiday season. While last-minute shopping at the Westfield Topanga Mall in Canoga Park, CA on Friday,, he returned to his friend’s car and was relieved of jewelry and $75,000. Later, he took to his Twitter page and vowed revenge on the Grinch that stole his Christmas. So, heres my day: tried 2 do last minute shoppin 4 da kids & valet stole a Louis Duffle out @avanterose ‘s car & we 2 chains & $75,000 short. So police come & […]