And now, for the main event. Following a dope performance by Brother Ali, Free and Jake One commanded the stage and recited several cuts off their new album The Stimulus Package. Lots of footage after the jump.
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Joell Ortiz took to the stage last night as an opening act for Freeway and Jake One’s show at the Highline Ballroom. After performing some mixtape favs, he closed his set with the first single off his upcoming album, Free Agent.
[vodpod id=Video.3066067&w=425&h=350&fv=] It’s Nip’s turn to showcase his poetic wizardry with XXL. Three down, seven more to go. Yesterday: Wiz Khalifa
As many know, Monday marked the 11th anniversary of Big L’s passing. Preemo took time out on his blog today to pay his respects to Corleone. Put ya L’s up! Siderbar: Preemo’s Picks D.I.T.C. – The Enemy Big L – Ebonics Lord Finesse – Yes, You May (Remix) D.I.T.C. – Day One Big L – Casualties Of A Dice Game Big L – The Big Picture Intro D.I.T.C. – Way of Life Big L – Platinum Plus (Feat. Big Daddy […]
Bobby Ray chops it up with Rap-Up and discusses his unique sound, his rock alter-ego, and what instrument he wants to master. One man band man? Related: B.o.B. in Big Boy’s Neighborhood
More pics from one of the million videos Weezy shot in the past few weeks with his Young Money cartel. Looks pretty interesting. Fly high with more after the jump. Roger that. Derick G. Previously: Vol. 1 l Vol. 2
Ha! OK, he gets a pass.
“When New York niggas were callin’ Southern rappers lame but then jackin’ our slang” During his first time at Cipha Sounds and Peter Rosenberg’s Hot 97 morning show yesterday, Jay Elect explains that the above line ain’t a diss, but rooted in personal experience. Hey, if the truth hurts, you’ll be in pain. DGG
“Put a peace sign up for Weezy on the Island” DJ Envy’s man goes in on the big Southern hit. That instrumental is still so much better that what Roscoe and SB did to it. Hey shouldn’t this guy be signed with Combs by now? Splash
That blog post perfectly captured the raw intensity of Joell Ortiz’s performance at Guz Sports Bar! His delivery of Battle Cry was absolutely electric, making the whole room feel like it was vibrating with pure, unfiltered energy. It reminded me of those high-stakes moments during a intense word guessing game with friends where the pressure is on and every single syllable counts. Seeing such a lyrical powerhouse perform in such an intimate, gritty setting was a legendary experience. If you weren't there, you truly missed out on some masterful storytelling. I'm still buzzing from that incredible night of hip-hop excellence!