50 Cent isn’t the only one out the Unit landing movie roles. AHH reports that Tony Yayo will make his acting debut as “Carlos” in the upcoming Bennie Boom movie, SWAT: Fire Fight. No release date as of yet, but production started last month in Detroit. Yayo spoke with XXL on his role: “[This] is a real big, big look. It’s a big movie. It’s gonna be crazy. I can’t tell you everything, but I can tell you I’m definitely […]
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Cam said the UN was top priority and he didn’t lie. With Heat in Here, Vol. 1 dropping May 25th, here’s the first leak off the project. At least, the cover’s fire. Miss Info
Now that Iron Man 2 is in theaters today, DJ Envy premiered Busta Rhymes and Swizz Beatz’s inspired record, “Stop The Party” this afternoon on Power 105.1. UPDATE: CDQ via Dajaz
Just and Al kicked off their Soundclash European tour Thursday night at the East Village in the UK. Until footage surfaces, here’s some flicks from the sold-out show. Mo’ after the jump. Clock Work Music
[sparkart-clique site=”rap_radar” video=”bun_bniagra”] Before crossing the Gumball Rally finish line later today in Times Square, Bun B and DJ Muggs take time out from the race and admire the waterworks at Niagara Falls. Bun’s right, get out the hood! Previously: Bun B & DJ Muggs Get Pulled Over At Rally
Backstage at the Clipse’s gig at the Highline Ballroom in N.Y. last night, Pusha speaks briefly on his motivation to do a solo project. When asked about the logistics, he says interviewer Karen Civil already knows the answers. Spill the beans, ma!
Katy and Snoopy rep for the West on this cut inspired by the ladies from The Golden State. Sorry, but if we gotta choose a coast, we got to choose the East. X
Seem as if Uncle Luke isn’t the only that has a bone to pick with VH1. Suave House Records fonder, Tony Draper tells XXL that he feels disrespected for being snubbed at this year’s upcoming Hip Hop Honors ceremony. …For you not to recognize Tony Draper, it’s a real slap in the face. It’s a real slap in the face. And when you go to these ghettos in Atlanta, these ghettos in Memphis, these ghettos in Houston, these ghettos in […]
Yesterday, Fat Joe stopped by 102 Jamz in Orlando and spoke on his fellow MCs—past and present. Pretty interesting take. Funny to hear him confess to being a KRS-One groupie. Ha! Honesty’s the best policy.
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.