Drake isn’t the only rapper in business with Coca-Cola these days. Recently, the soft drink maker commissioned K’nann to remix his song “Wavin’ Flag” for their Fifa World Cup ad campaign. The track appears on last year’s Troubadour. In a statement, K’naan said, “It’s so exciting to be part of this epic journey and see Africa’s excitement for the FIFA World Cup first hand”. Woooha
Not again. TMZ says that Yung Berg and eight others were pistol whipped and robbed at a house party in Los Angeles over the weekend. Reportedly the bandits made off with $10,000 in cash and jewels. UPDATE: Berger denies the allegations
Dre put us hip to this clip of L.A. Reid and his artiste Bagger Vance Shyne in Belize. On Monday, the Def Jam Chairman flew to the nation and signed Po to the label.
UGK was in the building for Hov’s Monday night show in Houston. Nice salute to Pimp C. Classy.
[vodpod id=Video.3111879&w=425&h=350&fv=] Yesterday: Freddie Gibbs
Two months ago, we mentioned that Lil Wayne was doing the voice over of “Jesus” in T-Pain’s new Cartoon Network series, Freaknik: The Musical. Here, we’re introduced to the rest of the cast, which includes: Rick Ross, Snoop Dogg, Big Boi and others. The show is based on the exploits of the former Atlanta Spring Break festival. UHTN
Not only did T.I. make his first post prison appearance Monday night, he surprised Tiny with a brand new 2010 Porsche Panamera Turbo. Try not to spill your Merlot, ma.
[vodpod id=Video.3111521&w=425&h=350&fv=configParams%3Dinstance%3Dnews%26amp%3Bvid%3D485184] Drakemania continues as Magic Johnson gives Drizzy his stamp of approval. During NBA All-Star Weekend, the rapper coached alongside the Hall of Famer in the celebrity basketball game. Believe it or not, Magic’s knee deep in the rap game. In fact, he signed Ma$e to his management company back in 1999. MTV
Last Saturday, Banks made his way to the home of Biggie and Jay to shoot scenes for his new music video,”Beamer, Benz, Or Bentley”. Ride out to that. 50 Cent
Rap’s free agent borrows Banks’ beat and goes for a joy ride. A down grade in car selections, but at least he makes up for it on the mic. Miss Info x DJ Camilo
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.