Diddy, Ross, and Fabolous were in Atlanta last night to shoot the remix to Waka Flocka’s “O Let’s Do It”. Filming went down at the Central Station in East Point and Exclusive Access was there to witness it all. Additional footage courtesy of Round Up Russy after the jump.
To celebrate the release of his iPhone application, Envy held a bash at La Pomme in NYC. The event was sponsored by Vitamin Water and in attendance were Murda Mami’s 1st Lady El, Tahiry, and producer Obie. More flicks after the cut.
[sparkart-clique site=”rap_radar” video=”rip_the_runway”] BET aired their annual Rip The Runway fashion special last night. The event was hosted by Nicki Minaj who also pulled double duties as a performer. Other acts included, Estelle, Ludacris, and Soulja Boy. Check out the full episode above.
Well, at least for now. Game’s currently in court fighting a lawsuit for allegedly assaulting and brandishing a gun on a man during a basketball game in ’08. According to TMZ, he’s requested that he not be referred to as a gangster rapper nor have any of lyrics read during proceedings. That’s not gangsta.
[vodpod id=Video.3249107&w=425&h=350&fv=configParams%3Dinstance%3Dnews%26amp%3Bvid%3D493265] 1515 were on hand during XXL‘s Freshmen 10 covershoot and spoke with the some of the game’s underclassmen. Hopefully no one gets left back this year.
La Flare and his Brick Squadron shot this backyard clip for this unreleased track over a year ago. Shawty Redd on the track too. NR
The city of brotherly love was in the house last night as The Roots backed up Freeway during his performance of “She Makes Me Feel Alright” on Late Night With Jimmy Fallon.
It looks like Nicki’s a Barbie girl living in a Barbie world. With Hype Williams in the driver’s seat, here are some snaps taken yesterday on the set of her debut single. Two more after the jump.
“Get that money yea I learned to hustle/ And now I’m tryna find which label to muscle” Buck buck, lick a shot one time for Reggie as he lets off a round from the chamber. Yo, this shit is harder than a muthafucka. Previously: New Music: Redman “Lookin’ Fly”
Hate it or love it, but the RIAA has announced that Lil Wayne’s Rebirth is certified gold. Despite its premature release, the album still hit No. 1 on Billboard’s Rap Albums chart and landed at No. 4 on Billboard’s R&B/Hip-Hop Album chart. No need to abort now. Hip Hop Press
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.