Back at Slippery Rock, PA Drake performed the opening track from So Far Gone. Too bad “sportsgirl1210” only caught the first 1:10. In other Drizzy news, the rapper hired a vocal coach for his Away From Home tour and told Sway that “Over” was orignally a warm up record.
Yeah kid, Harlem’s Gucci’s on the rise. Well, at least he claims to be on the latest track off The Burrrprint 2HD. Don’t be surprised if this whole thing leaks before next Tuesday. DGB Yesterday: Gucci Mane Ft. Yo Gotti x Rick Ross “Do This Shit Again”
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Recently on Rude Jude and Lord Sear’s The All Out Show, the brothers Bone, spoke on their many collaborations. Crazy to think that they’re the only artists that’ve worked with Eazy-E, 2Pac, and Biggie while they were alive. That Mariah Carey joint’s a personal fav too. Previously: Bone Thugs-N-Harmony Takeover NYC
[vodpod id=Video.3390525&w=425&h=350&fv=configParams%3Dinstance%3Dnews%26amp%3Bvid%3D501360] Trey Songz’s manager Kevin Liles tells 1515 that the singer’s follow-up to Ready is dropping September 14th. But that’s not all. Trey and Jeezy are set to star in a new reality show called, The Blueprint 3. The series documents the artists journey on this year’s BP3 tour. The first episode airs after the BET Awards on June 27th.
Cube digs in own pockets to fund his new video “I Rep That West“. The clip’s directed by Gabriel Hart and is the first single off his new album, I Am The West. At the end of the footage, we get a glimpse of the album’s cover art. Dubs up! HHNM
Rihanna and her guitar rocked out to her new single for the first time last night on American Idol. Pretty electrifying.
Swizzy tells Rap-Up to “expect the unexpected” from his work on Drake’s debut album, Thank Me Later. C’monnn Swizz, spill the beans! 57 Ave
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There’s no question as to who Jay Rock’s putting his chips on next month. Sorry Shane, you’re going down.
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.