DJ Envy’s Exclusives at 2 just premiered a new tune from Ms. Sullivan. It’s so hip-hop too. Good luck clearing all those damn samples. splash Update: Looks like that’s been handled. Update 2: TUD connects the dots.
[vodpod id=Video.3932174&w=425&h=350&fv=] Oh this is hot. Here’s a teaser to Terius’ next video from his new album. Love King in stores today. No granny panties. os Sidebar: Album Release Party Florida Style is this Friday. [vodpod id=Video.3931232&w=425&h=350&fv=]
[vodpod id=Video.3932219&w=425&h=350&fv=] Here’s an inside look at Aubrey and Jeezy losing their minds as they prepared for their BET Awards performance. TM103 on the way. Um, sure it is. Decatur Dan
The Distant Relatives went international last night and tore things down at The Zenith in France. I actually finally listened to the whole album today. Has some moments but overall not my cup of tea. Nice shirt, Nasir. sun Previously: Nas & Irv Gotti in Queensbridge
Drake says he knows G4 pilots on a first name basis. But after today, they’ll remember his government as well. As we reported, Drake embarked on Virgin America’s inaugural flight to Toronto, Canada. On board were Virgin founder, Sir Richard Branson, San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newson, and Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger. Sweet.
[vodpod id=Video.3931456&w=425&h=350&fv=] Producer Rockwilder grinds it out with Young Sav and Sean C to discuss his first hit, working with producer/musician Teddy Riley and reflects on his initial encounter with Redman.
Game was in the studio last Wednesday with Cool & Dre and Drake to record a new song entitled “Good Girl, Bad Girl”. Queen Latifah didn’t lay any verses, but was there to show her support. That’s a unity! R.E.D. Album comes August 24th.
Take your muthafuckin’ caps off, Gangsta Gibbs is in this bitch. And that Str8 Killa EP is done. Look for the free download on XXL July 29th and, most importantly, put your money where your mouth is when Decon Records puts it in your store on Aug. 3. nr
A couple of weeks ago, The Hip-Hop Chronicle returned to the Rap Radar mansion and once again, interviewed the Yellowest Nigga alive. In the first portion, Elliott speaks on our daily grind and hip-hop’s greater good. We’ve only just begun.
At the BET Awards red carpet this past weekend, Birdman gave Shade 45’s Angela Yee an enumerated rundown of Cash Money’s next releases. With the exception of Drake, here’s what to expect. Sorry, Jae Millz. Kevin Rudolf Bow Wow Baby Tyga Nicki Minaj Twist Gudda Gudda Mack Maine Lil Wayne Father-Son album Jay Sean
Great breakdown of Statik Selektah’s *Round Trip*! Honestly, this 2023 Mass Appeal release is pure boom-bap bliss from start to finish. Statik really outdid himself with those smooth, jazzy sample flips and turntable scratches, creating the exact kind of laid-back, golden-era hip-hop vibe you want playing in the background while relaxing at Denmark holiday cottages over a quiet weekend. The guest list alone is stacked—having legends like Posdnous kicking things off on the opener "Round Trip (For Dave)" alongside heavy hitters like Method Man, Raekwon, Ghostface Killah, and Inspectah Deck on "Unpredictable" makes every track feel like a proper event. Even the newer-school features like Benny the Butcher, Conway the Machine, and Joey Bada$$ fit effortlessly over the dusty, soulful production without a single wasted verse. Definitely one of his most cohesive projects in years and an easy front-to-back spin for anyone who appreciates real hip-hop craftsmanship.