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[vodpod id=Video.2963438&w=425&h=350&fv=videoId%3D64241373001%26amp%3BplayerId%3D1119642854%26amp%3BviewerSecureGatewayURL%3Dhttps%3A%2F%2Fconsole.brightcove.com%2Fservices%2Famfgateway%26amp%3BservicesURL%3Dhttp%3A%2F%2Fservices.brightcove.com%2Fservices%26amp%3BcdnURL%3Dhttp%3A%2F%2Fadmin.brightcove.com%26amp%3Bdomain%3Dembed%26amp%3BautoStart%3Dtrue%26amp%3B] Apologies to the fine folks at the soda company but YN was unable to attend last night’s show at the Roseland Ballroom. Thankfully, Mikey Fresh left his crib. Here’s the headliner Luda gettin’ more than enough crowd participation for “Move Bitch” (Where’s Mystikal? Ha.) and is that “Kryptonite” I hear as the backing track for”What’s Your Fantasy”? Damn, next time! VIBE
Here’s some mo’ of Esco in Park City, Utah performing I Am‘s big singe. Anybody got a copy of the early version of the video with Puff on the cross? Hmm. 57th Ave
Justin and Drake weren’t the only guests at Timbo’s Friday night set at the House of Blues. The top MC from the West not named Snoop popped up and attempted to go off-the-head on the mic. Too bad, Chuck can’t freestyle for shit. “I love pussy like Cap’N Crunch”? Terrible! YK2
Curtis braved the cold in Aspen, Colorado yesterday to bring some hip-hop flavor to ESPN‘s action sports event. Later during a live chat, 50 revealed that this summer he’s finally gonna tour in the good ole U.S.A. ‘Bout time. ThisIs50
HipHopDX has put together a Hip Hop Helps Haiti mixtape to continue to raise awareness and encourage you to donate to the Red Cross. Musically, the collection has some dope new tunes including an exclusive heatrock from Free and Jake. Good music. Good cause. That’s a win-win. Spotted: NR
In case you forgot Ms. Hill is a Marley by blood, here she performs her version of a Bob Marley classic at another Ragamuffin Festival show in Sydney a few days ago. Her bro-in-law Julian on the help out. Rap Up
The Roots faced some comp last night in La La Land as Trey Songz tore down a Sunset Strip hotspot along with special guests, Drake and Fabolous. “Invented Sex” above and “Say Aaah” below. What’s fuckin’ with that? Rap Up
The boys from Philly were at the Key Club last night for their 6th Annual pre-Grammy party. Special guests included the return of Scott Storch on keys and Jay Electronica, who along with Mos Def as hypeman, performed his joint all the way live for the first time. Clap for him. Okayplayer Sidebar: Go to VIBE for some flicks. Update 2: Mel D. Cole was in the house too.
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.