[sparkart-clique site=”rap_radar” video=”snoop2pac”] In the middle of Snoop’s set last night at the Fillmore, he poured out a lil’ liquor for Pac and B.I.G. with covers of “Hail Mary” and “Hypnotize”. We see you, Cease! [sparkart-clique site=”rap_radar” video=”snoopbig”]
Rap-Up catches up with Game in the studio and they discuss his new mixtape, The Red Room hosted by Skee and The R.E.D. Album. He says that he’s not sweating that his LP’s dropping the same day as Drake’s debut. Let the games begin.
From the VIP, I captured Snoop’s opening act at The Fillmore last night. Here the ATL brave tells the crowd to look for his next mixtape on May 4th. Then he launches into “Yupp”. Yupp, we’re all excited this shit is finally comin’ out.
With D.C. rapper Kingpen Slim in the building, Jimmy performed the soundtrack to his life live at the Velvet Rope in Baltimore. Lights, camera, action.
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[vodpod id=Video.3467415&w=425&h=350&fv=] Kane and Cole were both booked this past Saturday at Vassar College in Upstate, NY. Old school, new school need to learn too. HHNM via 2db Sidebar: J.Cole In My Own Words
Let the smack talking begin! P and Jay-E say they are gunning for Jimmy and The Jones Family at the Converse 3 on 3 basketball tournament next month. No ringers allowed, Stadium Dan!
Guru’s family issued this statement today in the wake of their relative’s passing. Yesterday, Solar claimed to have a letter written by Guru from his death bed. LFH Sidebar: NY Times obit
[sparkart-clique site=”rap_radar” video=”snoop_1″] 12:43 a.m. That’s the time Snoop Dogg hit the stage at the Fillmore auditorium. Despite the tardiness, the show was worth the wait. With Dat Nigga Daz by his side, Snoop opened up his hour long set with “Next Episode” and followed up with some oldies and goodies. More highlights underneath. Sidebar: Snoop Launches A New Site
Drake tests out his new material at the 13th annual BMI Urban Showcase last night in Atlanta, GA. Sparks gon fly when Thank Me Later drops June 15th.
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.