Cube puts the Coast on his back with his first single off I Am The West. Throw them dubs up, mark. HHNM

Although Bun B’s from Texas, don’t expect him to drive slow at this year’s Gumball 3000 rally. Uncle Bun recently added him name to the international race along with fashion designer Mike Malbon. Other celebrity racers include, DJ Muggs, Xzibit, and Tony Hawk. The rally kicks off May 1st in London and will make stops in Europe, Canada, and the U.S. The race ends 3,000 miles later on May 7th in Times Square.

Game’s new mixtape The Red Room is scheduled to drop today. But until that happens, here’s a look at the cover and tracklist. UPDATE: The eagle has landed. Download here. XXL

The distant relatives unite for their new video, “As We Enter”. Remember, the album drops May 18th. Underneath is behind the scenes footage.

Curious as to what it looks like? Get the scoop from Plies, Jeezy, and Fabolous on this new cut off Goon Affiliated.

[sparkart-clique site=”rap_radar” video=”preem_and_pete”] During the opening set of his Guru Salute mix, DJ Premier is greeted by Pete Rock who has a show at the same time on Shade 45. Of course, the chocolate boy wonder had to make time to pay his respects. Remember the two do battle next Sunday May 2 in Japan. Who’s comin’ with me? Ha!

As the clock winds down for Game’s The R.E.D. Room mixtape, DJ Skee makes Game’s “400 Bars” a bit more interesting by mixing it with over 50 random beats. Better grab a Snickers, cause you’re not going anywhere for the next 20 minutes. Mr. X

[sparkart-clique site=”rap_radar” video=”preem_on_guru_visit”] I was honored and humbled to be an invited guest to DJ Premier’s Live From Headqcourterz Hip Hop Nation radio show last Friday night. Not only did Preem pay musical homage to his partner, he more importantly, for the first time, revealed that he did visit Guru in his last days. The details are heartbreaking. Damn you, Solar. Previously: DJ Premier’s Guru Salute Mix

[sparkart-clique site=”rap_radar” video=”gang_starr_owners”] This was lifted from the actual CD of Gang Starr’s last studio album, The Ownerz. A DVD was planned but never came to fruition. Included are several interviews and live performances. One of the best yet. Bonus: Footage from Preemo’s Salute Set

During SXSW music festival, Peter Rosenberg caught up with music historian Nardwuar. More recently, The Human Serviette put the Black Eyed Peas through the ringer. Check it out after the jump.