In this unreleased interview from ’95, a young Shawn Carter promotes his upcoming single, “In My Lifetime” at a Chaos Records release party. Kraze, is that you?! Ha!
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Last night in NYC, Rick the Ruler took over B.B. King Bar & Grill and performed “La Di Da Di”. After the jump, grub on some of Goodie Mob’s “Soul Food.” Props: SupMag
Beans called DJ Whoo kid this afternoon on Shade 45. He discussed “I Go Off”, Jay-Z, and says Memphis Bleek’s fake. Afterward, he reveals that State Property clothing was originally called Blocawear and questions Hov’s frugality. ThisisAdot
Some screen caps from the upcoming video for the extended remix. Rap-Up
At a Miami radio station, 50 reflects on his “Amusement Park” performance at the 2007 BET Awards. Because his set was foiled, Fif says he went back on his bullshit. Stephen Hill has no room for your “aggressive content” Boo Boo. Props: ThisIs50
Tameka revealed to XXL that she plans to jump the broom with her incarcerated scarface next year. “Sometime next year, but we can’t really give a date yet because we have to find out exactly when Tip is coming home, we’ll have to just plan around that, but I envision a fairy tale wedding.” And they all lived happily ever after? Spotted: GlobalGrind
Last night, Puff celebrated Jimmy Kimmel’s born day on-air and gave him a huge portrait of himself as a present. Picture perfect. Spotted: SmartenUpNas
Def Jam architect and Atlantic Records President, Juile Greenwald stands by her star pupil and says he’s headed straight to the top. Probably on Cloud 9. B.o.B. Presents The Adventures of Bobby Ray coming April 2010.
Sai stopped by The Leak Show with DJ Killatouch and Bizkit and kicked a killer freestyle. Jamie Drastik gets some and goes in as well.
[vodpod id=Groupvideo.3915407&w=425&h=350&fv=] While on tour in the British Isles, MTV follows Pharrell & Co. on their European trek. You think you know, but you have no idea. Props: UHTN via TheNeptunes
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.