[vodpod id=Video.4021444&w=425&h=350&fv=] Maurice Garland caught up with Killer Mike Mike Bigga at his Georgia studio. He played a new track entitled “Burn” and said the final verse was spawned from a freestyle. Dope, man. Sweatbox Productions on the beat.
While Capone-N-Noreaga were handling their business at S.O.B.’s, Duck Down Records celebrated their 15th anniversary at B.B. King Bar & Grill in Times Square. There were loads of performances, but here’s one of the first to hit the net. Up top, Styles has “Good Times” and then recites “My Life” with Pharoahe Monch and Mela Machinko.
To celebrate the release of Capone-N-Noreaga’s The War Report 2, the duo invaded S.O.B.’s last night. But they didn’t do it alone. In between songs, they brought out some special guests. Above, Nature recites his verse from “Banned From TV”. (N.O.R.E. did his portion prior to bringing him on stage). Below, Black Rob, Raekwon, Royal Flush, and Fred Da Godson also lend a helping hand.
A George Steinbrenner reference? Yep, this is brand new. Joey tacks a mean 16 to Jazmine’s new single. The Darkside is upon us July 27th. 57thave
With only six days away before Teflon Don drops, Rozay kept his promo run going over the weekend in Atlanta. With Khaled and Diddy’s support, Rick performs “MC Hammer” with the track’s feature Gucci. Hammertime! Sidebar: Even Larry Hoover Jr. (on the right) came to support last night in Chicago
Drake let the Henney do the talking last night and revealed that he began recording his sophomore album. Hopefully it doesnt interfere with his R&B mixtape or joint album with Weezy. Kill everything, indeed.
In this portion of Antwan’s Walmart Soundcheck, Sir Lucious discusses his collab with Jamie Foxx and mentions he wants to shoot visuals for all tracks on the album. Oh shit. Five down, ten more to go. Let’s go! Full segment airs July 20th. tss Previously: “Shine Blockas” l “For Your Sorrows” l “Shutterbugg” l “General Patton” l “Follow Us”
Earlier this week, footage surfaced of a crazed fan making his way on stage to get a hold of Fif during a show in Brazil last Friday. Yayo says talk of the excited fan catchin’ a beat down was an exaggeration. “The show got crazy, man. For security reasons, when somebody jumps onstage … when [performers] got on chains for $20,000, $30,000, $40,000, that’s a security risk right here. Nobody should be onstage except me, Banks and 50. It was just a fan — he […]
Nutso’s feeling stressed and takes it to the streets of Queens to let it all out with his latest video. Off his July 20th EP release, King of the Project Hallway. Nice title. Ha.
Dub C plans to rep the west too. Although not date is set for the untitled album, it’s dropping via E1/KOCH. Throw them dubs up with his first offering. nr
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.