Today marks 10 years since Dr. Dre released his last album, 2001. To commemorate the date, XXL spoke to Game on Dre’s classic disc. Wait, wasn’t Jayceon in a coma? When Dre put out 2001, man, every single car that drove past the hood was bumpin’ that album and different tracks. Everybody always had they favorite and wanted to argue over what was better or who rocked better but that combination of Mel Man, Dre and Hittman was crazy, man… […]
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So after several false starts, 50’s new compact disc, Before I Self Destruct hits stores today. It’s actually bittersweet. Fif has gone on the record and said this is would be his final recording on Interscope Records before releasing a greatest hits compilation. So if this is indeed Curt’s last hurrah, let’s take ’em back. Above is an article I saved from a summer 2002 issue of Rolling Stone. That’s right, I’ve been rocking with the kid 50 Cent since […]
Mariah takes center field at Yankee Stadium in her new video off Memoirs Of An Imperfect Angel. Be warned, the clip is as blurry as Hype Williams’ directorial vision.
Over the weekend, Chris Brown performed his new single, “Crawl” in H-Town. No one’s knockin da boots here, kids. TLF
[vodpod id=Groupvideo.3927165&w=425&h=350&fv=] Holy 2000 Naughty Nine! This morning Vinnie, Treach, and Kay Gee appeared on The Wendy Williams Show. Sandwiched between “O.P.P.” and “Hip-Hop Hooray, they performed their new single, “Get To Know Me Better”. Afterwards, they spoke on performing for the troops in Iraq.
Consequence brought his camcorder behind the scenes of Kid Cudi’s upcoming video, “Pursuit Of Happiness”. Not much is captured, but at least we know a clip is on the way.
The Pyrex King whips up some pastries in his latest visual aid. Screw Tom’s Diner, Gotti’s got his own kitchen.
During Bey’s I Am… tour in London earlier tonight, Kanye made his appearance and assisted Bey on the “Ego” remix. Below is a pic of Hov, Bey and Jeezy in front of DJ Manny Norte’s booth.
No Limit’s former first lady laces her boots again with a new visual for her street single, “I Get Da Paper”. Yeah, she still bout it.
[vodpod id=Groupvideo.3926160&w=425&h=350&fv=configParams%3Dvid%253D456119%2526uri%253Dmgid%253Auma%253Avideo%253Amtv.com%253A456119] 50 tells Tim Kash that he wouldn’t appear on the same track with Game—even if it featured Dr. Dre. No, I wouldn’t do it. I’d be on a record, on a song, on the [Detox] album, but not on that record [with Game]. That’s not making a song, that’s making an event — things for people to talk about. … So there’s a verse there that you think would be great for both of us, I just say, […]
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.