The verdict’s still out on whether or not Nas wrote a letter to the exces at Def Jam. Nonetheless, The Source caught up with him this past weekend at the NY Heineken Inspire event and asked about the status of Lost Tapes 2. He says, as of now, there’s no release date for it—nor his next album.
Jay-Z held his second book signing for Decoded at the Barnes & Noble in midtown NY this afternoon. Cameras weren’t allowed inside, but here’s footage of him leaving the store. As you can see, the turnout was pretty overwhelming. Head to your local retailer and pick up Decoded—that is, if it’s not sold out. Sidebar: Bloomberg Game Changer: Jay-Z
Pill is back once again this week with some more new music. This is supposedly going to end up on his upcoming album, The Medicine. Sounds like something we gotta have. papa smirf Previously: Pill “#NoSleepGang”
[vodpod id=Video.4932347&w=425&h=350&fv=configParams%3Dvid%253D597308%2526uri%253Dmgid%253Auma%253Avideo%253Amtv.com%253A597308] Similar to Drizzy’s documentary, Nicki got her own as well. As we previously reported, the cameras follow her during the time she recorded her album and performing at various events. Looks pretty interesting, so catch it on MTV, November 28th at 10pm.
Did this shock ya? Ha! The first magazine I’ve edited in three years hits newsstands on Dec. 7. More details on the way.
Polo Dro revealed the features of TIP’s next album earlier this week, but here’s the complete line-up featured in the second promo for No Mercy. Let’s see who supports The Kang on December 7. Previously: Part 1
Jermaine discusses his recent mixtape and Jay Electronica’s signing with Complex, and details how his stand out verse from his G.O.O.D. Friday appearance came into fruition. “[That verse] was last minute. I got the beat the night before from my manager. But nobody told me they wanted to do it for G.O.O.D. Friday, and definitely not that G.O.O.D. Friday. I was like, ‘Oh man, that beat is dope. I’ll write to it soon.’ The next day I woke up in […]
Nicki’s debut album drops next Monday and earlier this morning, she entertained the AM audience on the Wendy Williams Show with her current single. Pink Friday arrives November 22.
“hope u guys like tha glasses I wore in tha black and yellow video cuz they are mine that I designed. they’re called “the elevators” and the first 500 pair go on sale at midnight…get taylord” Wiz Khalifa is also making moves outside of music and has recently linked up with Eyetique to create a line of aviator shades, The Elevators. The Taylor Gang general can be seen wearing them in his “Black & Yellow” video. Get lifted and cop a pair here. […]
We didn’t see this one coming. In preperation for his new Black Friday mixtape, West Coast’s own Jay Rock is the first to drop some bars on The Doc’s new track. Sounds like Jay is still killin’ it. The new mixtape drops on November 26th.
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.