Kanye’s bloke from across the pond performs track 15 off The Blueprint 3 at the RSVP Gallery in Chi-Town. If life is but a beach chair, than this shit is a broken milk crate. Previously: G.O.O.D. Music (Live In Chicago) Props: X
No label? No problem. Dat Nigga Daz literally takes it to the streets and plugs his new album, Public Enemiez. See Dukie, there’s hope after all. Props: 57th Ave
[vodpod id=Groupvideo.3457500&w=425&h=350&fv=] Eskay’s favorite rapper speaks on Roc Raida’s genius. Of course, genius is one percent inspiration and ninety-nine percent perspiration. UHTN
Last night, the Good Die Mostly Over Bullshit collective held court at the Masquerade Atlanta, GA. Feed your soul with more clips after the cut. Props: Broken Cool via WOTS
[vodpod id=Groupvideo.3459526&w=425&h=350&fv=] This was more exciting than the actual Marquez fight. Watch Mr. Mosley gets his Kanye on at the post-fight interview. He wants to congratulate you, he’s gonna let you finish Floyd, but he got next. Ha! Props: Khal
[vodpod id=Groupvideo.3454513&w=425&h=350&fv=] Sitting with XXL, Boosie speaks on the recession and taking matters into his own hands with his new label Bad Azz Ent. If you want something done, you got to do it yourself.
Mo’ cookies. No apple juice. “Roc Boys” wasn’t the only song Hov performed at Jo Whiley’s house for the BBC Radio 1. Here’s a stripped down take of “Encore,” the song produced by Mr. Carter’s pal, Kanye West. See it all comes together. And yup, a lil “Thank You” at the end. Owww.
[vodpod id=Groupvideo.3452546&w=425&h=350&fv=] Until Drake’s “Forever” video is finished, this is gonna have to do. Here’s Bron hawking his More Than A Game movie overseas. Hey, is that you Tony Parker? Hope you stayed on the sidelines. You don’t wanna catch anymore L’s. Do you remember? Sidebar: In other b-ball news, Shaq needs a chill pill.
[vodpod id=Groupvideo.3452457&w=425&h=350&fv=configParams%3Dvid%253D438684%2526uri%253Dmgid%253Auma%253Avideo%253Amtv.com%253A438684%2526startUri%3D%7BstartUri%7D] “Stop fuckin’ with me!” Damita Jo recalls supporting her big bro in his darkest hour and making the most expensive video in history. Seven millie! Eat your heart out, Ratner. ‘Scream,’ there was so much going on at that time,” Jackson recalled. “That’s when the — I hate to say this but — the first allegations [of child molestation] came out and the whole bit. He was very upset and very angry and he had so much pent […]
A genius behind the turntables, Roc will be missed. Here’s a few words from the family of the X-Ecutioner. Anthony Williams p/k to the world as The Legendary Grand Master Roc Raida has passed away unexpectedly today Sept 19 2009. He is survived by his wife, 3 lovely daughters, mother and friends. Raida was recently in an mixed martial arts accident, something that he has been practicing for several years. Although he had under gone 2 surgeries with great success, […]
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.