Kid Cudi hit the stage last night at the 23rd Annual Cannabis Cup in Amsterdam. And of course, he performed the aptly-titled “Marijuana” from his new album, Man On The Moon II. Put that in ya pipe and smoke it. hhnm via dnc
This past Friday, Emilio Rojas dropped a new mixtape. In case you missed it, here’s one of the standout tracks featuring Bobby Ray. We tell no lies, this is good. And that’s the truth. mr.x
Mac Miller takes it back to the 1950s with the latest video from his mixtape, K.I.D.S. “Happy Days” are here again.
[vodpod id=Video.4974307&w=425&h=350&fv=configParams%3Dord%253D139434217615396430%2526tile%253D2%2526reportDartNValue%253Dnewsswizzbeatzteachesatnyu112210%2526reportDartSubValue%253Dvideohub%2526reportDartZone%253Dvideo%2526reportPropSubSection%253Dnews%2526reportPropSeason%253D_brief%2526reportPropPageName%253Dnews__swizz_beatz_teaches_at_nyu__112210] A few weeks back, Swizz Beatz accepted residency at New York University. Here the producer speaks with BET News about his latest endeavor. Save the music, y’all!
Actually, it’s “Gordon Smith”. Last night, Nas appeared on Hawaii 5-0 as a computer booster turned parole violator. Let’s just say actin’ isn’t Esco’s strong suit. Maybe next time they’ll catch him at the pro bowl.
Well, the cat’s out of the bag. After holding down the morning slot on Shade 45 for six years, Angela Yee will replace Ed Lover on New York’s Power 105.1 with DJ Envy and Charlamagne Tha God. The new regime begins in two weeks. It’s so hard to say good bye.
Teyana Taylor spilled the beans yesterday on Twitter about Kanye’s secret show at the Bowery Ballroom. Brooklyn Vegan did a lil’ diggin’ and found out that Yeezy will indeed be at 6 Delancey Street later tonight. In fact, tickets go sale in one hour.
[vodpod id=Video.4973566&w=425&h=350&fv=] Reek pops the hood with Busta Rhymes and Swizz Beatz for his new video, “Mechanics”. With Aristotle in the director’s chair, there’s no need for a tune up.
N.O. sent me so many heatrocks for Rap Radar’s Mixtape Of The Year, I don’t know which one to choose. Here’s one that probably won’t make the final cut but it knocks nonetheless. The joint is produced by Hazardis Soundz and features Imam Thug and Glacierz Da Ville. Yup that’s a female MC at the end, watch out Minaj. Ha!
You know how we do it. Although Tha Thug Show premieres on November 30th, here is Slim’s collab co-starring Rozay and Lex Luger’s signature drums. They’ve come a long way baby. Ha! hhnm
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.