[vodpod id=Groupvideo.3494137&w=425&h=350&fv=] During his set last week at Governors Island, Lupe performed the first verse of Nasir’s flawless opus, “Nas Is Like.” He then segues into his “Run This Town” freestyle. Arrrr! LupEnd
[vodpod id=Groupvideo.3493960&w=425&h=350&fv=configParams%3Dtype%253Dnetwork%2526id%253D1621920%2526vid%253D440094%2526uri%253Dmgid%253Auma%253Avideo%253Amtv.com%253A440094%2526startUri%3Dmgid%253Auma%253Avideo%253Amtv.com%253A440094] On the Hip Hop Honors red carpet, Johnny Blaze puts speculation to rest and confirms that he, Diamonds, and Starks are collaborating on an album. This is the stuff that dreams are made of. Props: 1515
Last night, Consequence headlined Hot 97’s Who’s Next? Showcase at S.O.B.’s in NYC. With special guest John Legend, he premiered his new video “Whatever You Want.” Hype, you’ve redeemed yourself ‘forever’. Cons TV coming this November. More footage after the jump.
Here’s yet another forgotten gem from VIBE‘s treasure trove. And as always, Pac’s raging against the machine. He repudiates rumors of getting raped in jail and speaks on his ideal mate. He even throws a cheap shot at former President Bill Clinton for his romps in the Oral Oval Office. Even the Commander-in-Chief got around. Previously: 3. 2. 1.
Guess Hov ain’t the only keepin’ his passport well-stamped. Puff’s latest Bad Boy and DJ Envy have been doing the damn thing in East Asia. Here’s some recent footage of them rockin’ an intimate crowd with “Dollar Bill” and “Hottest In The Hood.” Watch Cafe give his chain up at the 3 minute mark so he could go stage divin’. Yup, these guys are havin too much fun overseas.
[vodpod id=Groupvideo.3488634&w=425&h=350&fv=] “I love you wack muthafuckas.” On a recent Tony Touch radio show, Buck runs through some BCC classics. When was the last time you heard the Teacha perform “Poetry” and “Super-Hoe”? Wow. Props: Paul’s other spot
At the Holiday Inn in Pittsburgh, PA, Tha Kingpin blesses one of Snoop’s oldest supporters with a pair of concert tickets and new name: O.G. Granny. Chuuuch!
Radric is startin’ to develop quite the reputation as an R&B savior. You take the wackest song, he makes it better. Well he couldn’t save this one. Omarion is the wack juice poster child. This dummy (no Mechanical) went from Young Money to StarWorld? And you wanna call your album, Ollusion? This just might be your final post on my Radar. Holla at Lil Mama. Props: Mr. X
Thanks to the magic of TV, here’s what you won’t see on October 13th. Above is the first take of The Murderers’ set. Unfortunately, their audio goes kaput and Ja flubs his lyrics on “Always On Time.” Realizing the debacle on their hands, they would have to later reprise the performance. Only if life was that easy. Previously: Ja Rule & Ashanti Reunion
After weeks of anticipation, Hov finally appeared on Oprah’s daily gig. Much of the interview piggybacked off the feature found in O magazine. Nonetheless, cameras followed the pair from Hov’s old stomping grounds to his Midtown office. Check it out after the jump.
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.