[vodpod id=Groupvideo.4198579&w=425&h=350&fv=configParams%3Dvid%253D464486%2526uri%253Dmgid%253Auma%253Avideo%253Amtv.com%253A464486] A few months ago, MTV crowned Drake the third hottest MC in the game. Now, the 1515 Boys are naming Drake’s So Far Gone “Mixtape Of The Year”. Not only did it spawn two hits (“Best I Ever Had”, “Successful”) but it was re-released for retail and earned him two Grammy nominations. What a year.
Pardon their backs, but before The Dallas Cowboys take on the San Diego Chargers, Eminem talks strategy with Cowboys owner Jerry Jones. Are you ready for some football?
Last Friday, retired NBA all-star, Charles Oakley called Angela Yee on Shade 45. When asked about Allen Iverson’s return to the 76ers, Oak says The Answer needs to stop his bloodclot cryin’.
La Flare’s on the top of the world (and a skyscraper) in his new video off The State v. Radric Davis. All blue everything.
There’s only 18 days left until the close of the decade. But before the ball drops, Rae leaves us with some parting words.
Jeezy continues his raid on the most current instrumentals. For his latest, he jacks Birdman’s joint for a coke transaction. (They call those blow jobs, ya know) Props: DJ Folk
The sound is muted, but this is how the story goes: After a wallet is thrown at Cudi during his set last night in Vancouver, he stretches across the barricade and socks the alleged culprit. However, according to fans in attendance, he hit the wrong person. Ouch, that’s gotta hurt. Omen
R&B stars of yesteryear had the Phillips Arena rocking last night in Atlanta. Featured on the bill were Dru Hill; Changing Faces; Troop; Blackstreet; K-Ci & JoJo; Guy; Next, and Jagged Edge. Ah, the 90s. Eww, K-Ci! Exclusive Access
R&B stars of yesteryear had the Phillips Arena rocking last night in Atlanta. Featured on the bill were Dru Hill; Changing Faces; Troop; Blackstreet; K-Ci & JoJo; Guy; Next, and Jagged Edge. Ah, the 90s. Eww, K-Ci! Exclusive Access
While we were enjoying Angela Yee’s Rap Radar takeover last night (hence, the pink background), Swizz Beatz and estranged wife Mashonda, engaged in the war of words via Twitter. They’ve since deleted their tweets. Luckily, TwitHop screen grabbed before it was too late. Take a look at what they said. Read each update from the bottom up. Hopefully, they can work this thing out. Omen
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.