[vodpod id=Video.4950506&w=425&h=350&fv=] What’s up, where the video shoot? Well now that Detox is on the way, The Doc pulls out the big toys during the shoot for the video of his first single. Peepsent were there to capture what went down with Fif, Glasses Malone, Menace, E-40, and Roccett. More footage below. hhnm
Banks is pretty large on the streets and obviously here on the Radar. For Banko’s newest weekly music, he does it big over Vado’s Big L-sampled cut. Hunger For More 2 in stores next Monday. thisis50 Previously: “Everything You Got”
Everyone wants to make a movie these days, but when Yayo’s in the director’s seat, you better start ducking. Sounds like Tony got next. thisis50
Last night, during the NBA Jams and Complex Launch at UBIQ store in Philly, Freezer and Peedi addressed the leak of their recent cut and performed it live for those in attendance. Sounds just as good live.
[vodpod id=Video.4948712&w=425&h=350&fv=] Shaheem Reid is on his grind with his video series and in this portion of his talk with Curren$y, the jet setter discusses how he selects his beats from Ski Beatz. Hey, if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. Pilot Talk 2 lands November 22.
Last night, I took the wife to the taping of Charlie Rose’s interview with Jay-Z. You know the drill: No cameras allowed. So I just chilled in my skybox even though I saw some fans sneak some iPhone footage. Gonna be interesting to see if they edit the talk down ’cause there were a few interesting exchanges. Rose pressed Hov on the Un Rivera stabbing, Jay checked him on his pronouncement of 2-Pack, and Mr. Carter lamented lettin’ his wife […]
Still lookin’ out for Detox? We all are. But while we patiently wait—and wait, Kendrick gives XXL a new cut to bop to. Earlier: Kendrick Lamar Talks Dr. Dre Co-Sign
This Banks album is tough. Don’t sleep!
[sparkart-clique site=”rap_radar” video=”oprahdecoded”] Oprah held her annual (and final) favorite things episode this afternoon. Along with diamond watches and flatscreen 3-D TVs, she gave the studio audience copies of Jay-Z’s new book, Decoded. NY Times bestseller list, here we come!
Image: Mel D. Cole Nicki Minaj has no time for Lil’ Kim. During her Hot 97 VIP Lounge session with Angie Martinez, Nick stings the Queen Bee. Might be time to get a new social security card, ma.
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.