New York’s a tough fickle crowd. On Tuesday, K.R.I.T. was met with jeers and sneers during his performance at the Highline Ballroom. Where’s the hospitality? But K.R.I.T.’s unfazed. Before rocking S.O.B.’s last night, the rapper spoke out on his cold reception.
Backed up by the band Scarlet Fever, Cee-Lo brought his The Twilight Saga: Eclipse ballad, “What Part Of Forever” to George’s spot last night. Still killin’ the ladies of course. hhnm
Soul Brother and Preemo?!
Dope rhymes. Cool melodies? Guess Kendrick’s a rare breed after all. But it’s best if we let him tell it. os
La Flare and singer Mylah shows off their people skills and bring out the neighborhood for their new video. Think Gooch is gettin’ a lil big headed? Ha!
Scram Jones chooses his own path on this new self-produced tune. It might be time for Scram to take the high road and release a mixtape or album.
Playboy Tre and Joell put in that work over a funky Isley Brothers sample. You niggas lunchin’, punchin’ the clock. Tre’s mixtape, The Last Call is coming soon.
[vodpod id=Video.3941940&w=425&h=350&fv=] Bobby Ray and Lupe cross the high wire with Janelle Monae for the remix to her original cut. Sounds like her verse was tighter than both of theirs. os
Prematurely released earlier this month, Mr. West’s return has new art and an iTunes release tmw. Remember it’s OK to support our culture. ts Update: Cop here.
YN picks up where he left off and speaks on Drake and hip-hop’s new crop of talent. The conversation changes to our possible partnership with Power 105.1 FM and tentative mixtape. So much in store.
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.