[vodpod id=Groupvideo.3647426&w=425&h=350&fv=] Somewhere in a dark alley, J.Cole says The Blueprint 3 is on the same wavelength as The Black Album. After numerous listens, I’d agree. Still, “Change Clothes” belongs in the hamper. Props: Omen via TSS
You ain’t the only one, Cee. This afternoon during his Old School At Noon set on Hot 97, Big Daddy Kane’s former DJ spoke on the usage of bands at last night’s Hip Hop Honors ceremony. He says he was also disappointed by the exclusion of any mention of Shakir Stewart.
It’s been reported that wrestling Hall of Famer, Captain Lou Albano passed away this morning at age 76. According to the Miami Herald, he was bedridden under hospice care. Back in ’83, Lou was the central figure in Cindy Lauper’s video, “Girls Just Want To Have Fun.” In the early 90s, he played Mario in the short lived action series The Super Mario Bros. Super Show! Below, is a clip of him breakin’ with Original Locker, Shabba Doo.
[vodpod id=Groupvideo.3646686&w=425&h=350&fv=configParams%3Dvid%253D445272%2526uri%253Dmgid%253Auma%253Avideo%253Amtv.com%253A445272] Backstage at a recent Hennessy Artistry event, Lonnie speaks on his new album, The Believer. On the production side, he says he’s working with Twilite Tone (formerly Ynot), No I.D., and Kanye West. Should be good. Yes, I’m a believer! PDS via MTV
Ron Browz’s raps are less than desired. But I gotta admit, this song is a guilty pleasure. In fact, when I was in Miami this past Memorial Day weekend, he was slingin’ “No-Wifin’ In The Club Shirts” on Washington Ave. for $10 a pop…I bought two. Ironic ain’t it? Props: RealTalkNY Sidebar: What’s Lil Mama doing all up in the videooos? Someone hadcuff her…to a bench.
Tits. Boobs. Knockers. Whatever you want to call ’em, I’m all for it. And so is Snoop Dogg. Commemorating Breast Cancer Awareness month, Snoop Dogg speaks on thinking pink. 57thAve
Didn’t know iTunes had the official crispy soundboard audio of the first performance of BP3‘s first big single. You know, The Yankees new theme. I have a warm spot in my heart for you Internet geeks; so here’s a link to the audio file I just copped. Who says YN don’t give back? Convert to MP3 if you like, penny pinchers. Download here. Props: M1
Damn, must be a Chi-Town thing. While showing off his new Maybach, Kells reveals he broke his recent diet ’cause that Harold’s Chicken be callin’ him, bruh. *Dead* at him askin’ if his flip cam can “pan back.” SMH. Old habits are hard to break. Props: Skee
[vodpod id=Groupvideo.3645654&w=425&h=350&fv=] People love to tell this story again and again about how hard 50 works. I get it, he works hard. We all should. No hard feelings but I missed seeing myself in last night’s Behind The Music. Guess I wasn’t holding my poms poms high enough in front of the camera to make the final cut. Ha!
[vodpod id=Groupvideo.3645536&w=425&h=350&fv=configParams%3Dvid%253D445313%2526uri%253Dmgid%253Auma%253Avideo%253Amtv.com%253A445313] You rep for my weed carrier group. I’ll rep for yours. Favor for a favor. Ha! Anyways, on the set of a Triple C’s video, The Bawse and Da Snowman had some interesting things to say about carrying on tradition and their status in the game. Ross: “To be a part of Def Jam, I feel that the biggest legacies have been lived at Def Jam. From the dudes I love like EPMD, of course the LL Cool […]
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.