I know, I know, this isn’t new. It’s just an early recording of ‘Ye’s contribution to a song for some girl group I never heard of. But, I’m posting this for three reasons. A) It’s Saturday so things are a lil’ slow. B) It gives RR a chance to showcase one of Mr. West’s new jackets and C) Y’all niggas are so fiendin’ for a new Kanye album I might as well feed you something to snack on. Ha. What’s […]
Another leak from Distant Relatives. Guess they couldn’t keep this material in the stash forever. Will the project ever really see the light of day is the question. HHDX Previously: Nas x Damian Marley “Strong Will Continue”
Here’s a nice shot of Joe Budden and Joell Ortiz rippin’ an Amsterdam stage on the opening night of their current tour. Hip-hop’s international, baby. Mouse Previously: Slaughterhouse European Tour Dates
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“About to Obama this rap game, it’s over Bush” Bun B rocks out with another freestyle. In case you’re still not crystal clear, Trill O.G., The Naked Soul Of Sweet James Jones and No Mixtape on the way, whether you like it or not. It’s His Turn: X
[vodpod id=ExternalVideo.917662&w=425&h=350&fv=] Last Monday, Ricky Ross and Puff brought the angels from above, down to NYC’s Pink Elephant. Even live, I still don’t hear ’em callin’. PDS x Alanzo Dale
Last night, Cons took the stage at Irving Plaza and brought out Asher for their childish collab. Sounds pretty G.O.O.D live too kids. 57th Ave
Tricky Stewart and The-Dream are behind the boards on Jamie’s latest, that more than likely will appear on Body. Ladies, if your man’s stressing you like a 9-5, just roll with Jamie. UHTN
Although the lovely Melanie Fiona was not part of the Hope For Haiti Now telethon last night, she shows support by covering Bob Marley’s “Redemption Song” for the victims in Haiti. Did she body Ri-Ri’s take? Spotted: Rap-Up
[vodpod id=Video.2913981&w=425&h=350&fv=] “I’m very serious about washin’ up” As you already know, Jay is across the pond for the Hope For Haiti Now telethon. But earlier in the day, Hov was in France and made his grand return to the French television show, Le Grand Journal. I’ll spare you another “Empire State Of Mind” performance, but peep the interview above and see if you can comprehend. Pardon my french but he got Summer Jam Screen-ed. Ha.
The style and skill are on a par with the exaggerated musicality. I tried to understand the message of the song. I think it's about a person who thinks they can do a series of things that may be beautiful or "powerful," but in reality it's nothing of the sort. People are like chickens that eat each other and don't know that they're raised and live only to be eaten.