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.

This was released last week with tags attached. This evening, X comes through without ’em. Now, that’s dope.

If history has proven anything, it’s that dates are always subject to change. Right, Fabolous? But for what it’s worth, this is great news. Check back in two months. HHNM

Before the close of Wiz’s set at the Fillmore, he performed track four from his album, Deal Or No Deal. Sayonara.