[vodpod id=Video.3323795&w=425&h=350&fv=] Where’s Don King when ya need him? On May 2nd, Preemo and Pete Rock plan to duke it out on the 1’s and 2’s in Tokyo for the 30th anniversary of Manhattan Records. The label was home to artists like Diana Ross, Art Garfunkel, and Thomas Dolby. Book your flights now and grab a window seat. Nav

In the wee hours of the morning, Erykah held a secret show at Good Units located in the basement of the Hudson Hotel. For the first time she performed the lead track from her new album, New Amerykah Part Two (Return of the Ankh). The ballad’s produced by Erykah and 9th Wonder. That’s a tall order. Mfeenz

Make it rain one time to 8Ball & MJG’s latest clip from their forthcoming album, Ten Toes Down. And while you’re at it, tell the DJ to play it one mo’ ‘gain. YK2 x Dirty Glove Bastards

The NMC & the Empire are back with their mixtape series, and this time some of your favorite R&B tracks get a little flavor from Barbie. Download here. Tracklist on the other side.

During their debut at SXSW, Nas and Damian sat down and discussed the creative process of Distant Relatives and bringing their music together. Get ready, the pair bridge the gap May 18th. Rap-Up

A few weeks ago, Dream speculated that his upcoming third LP, Love King could be his last. But yesterday he turned to Twitter and threw out a name for a fourth one. So much for that retirement. HHNM

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Tha Bizness‘produced track off CNN’s War Report 2 was shot today. And if that isn’t enough, 57th Ave says the duo are filming a clip for Alchemist’s track this weekend too. Earlier: CNN On War Report 2 Creative Process

Here’s the final clip from Wiz’s gig last night at the Fillmore. Put your hands up and keep it Taylor party people. Wiz Khalifa Waves “Goodbye” | Wiz Khalifa x Curren$y “In The Middle”| Wiz Khalifa “The Thrill” | Wiz Khalifa Stays G’d Up In NYC

On this new cut produced by The Olympiks, Ricky pays tribute to Miami Beach’s 5 star palace. As X mentioned, this is will probably appear on Diddy’s Last Train To Paris.