N.O.R.E. mentioned this unreleased Pun tribute track during his XXL ustream session a few weeks ago, that was premiered on Hot 97 awhile back, but never heard again. Thanks to 57th Ave, they just rebirthed the track. RIP Chris Rios.
Them bald headed boys are back and yesterday Fredro and Sticky Fingaz ran through a few of their hits at the Hemp Fest in Boston. Roll one up and enjoy the show. x
[vodpod id=Groupvideo.6924378&w=425&h=350&fv=] We’re still blowin money fast and so is Spitta and Da Skydiver for their rendition of the Rozay’s hit. Directed by Creative Control. Jet life, fool.
Wake Up is in stores now. While you go pick yourself up a copy, be sure to head to your local newsstand as the R&B crooner and the band’s drummer man take the cover of the latest issue of Billboard. hhnm
This beat is a go and while we’re just three days away until the release of Ski Beatz’ 24 Hour Karate School, here’s the Capo and Spitta feature. Don’t be late to class. sermon
Pardon Lloyd Banks’ lateness, but once again, he does his thing with his weekly feature. Happy Blue Saturday. Hunger For More 2 coming November 23. thisis50 Last Week: “Bigger Voice Bigger City”
Not only is Lil Wayne dropping a new album on the 27th, but DJ Drama says that he’s heading back into the lab to work on the fourth installment of their Dedication series.
We like fast cars, and love faster chicks. Luckily, Rozay had both on hand during the shoot for his next video along with Chrisette Michele and Drake. Keep the gas on full ’cause the full clip is on the way. derick g
Chris Brown cracked the mic over at 102.3 The Beat in Austin, Texas and announced the name of his next album, F.A.M.E. which stands for “Forgiving All My Enemies”. It’s also one of his many tattoos. Be on the look out for his new singles”Yeah 3x” and “Calypso” as well. hhnm
This one’s for the record books. In the 2011 edition of Guinness’ annual tally, Jay-Z and Beyoncé have been named as the year’s biggest “Power Couple,” for collectivley earning $122 million through June 2009. That’s some major coins. HHC
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.