Wrapping up two huge tours with millions of records sold and imminent jail time, Weezy is poised to release one of the most anticipated mixtapes in a long time. Here’s some behind the scenes of its creation. Remember: No Ceilings arrives on Halloween. Da Drought is over! Believe It Or Not: The Source
More footage of Hov hawkin’ DJ Hero but what’s most interesting here is Jay speaking for the first time on his involvement with Will and Jada Pinkett Smith in the now Broadway musical, “Fela!” You happy now, Ahmir? Also: *Dead at SC gettin’ his “All Eyes On Me” mash-up on at the end. Ha! AP
With the help of John Mayer, Wale pens a letter to the 44th President and Afeni’s baby boy. Sounds good to me. Should’ve made the album. Sincerely, Brian “B.Dot” Miller. Props: Karen Civil
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Earl phoned in to MMA Nation and spoke on his upcoming boxing exhibition. Apparently, the match is not Mixed Martial Arts. Or is it? Hell, X doesn’t even know what MMA is. He says he’s not training for the fight neither. Leave it to X to be down for the one on one. HHH
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I loathe music video trailers. Teasers were made for peep shows and gentleman’s clubs. If that’s your cup of tea, check out a snippet of Chris Brown’s new video, “I Can Transform Ya.” The full version debuts mañana. HHNM
In the first installment of “Tales Of The Industry”, Firestarr describes the night Shyne let off a few rounds in 1999 at Club New York. He says he and Black Rob were the first ones out the club. Whoa!
Here’s the latest visual from the Carol City Cartel, Jeezy, and J Dub. This particular line-up features your usual suspects including Bun B., Nipsey Hussle, Rich Boy and more. Custom Cars & Cycles in stores tomorrow. Ride out.
This holiday season will be full of jolliness and one eyed willieness. Fa-la-la-la.
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.