At the 1:44 mark of William H.’s interview with DJ Clue on Power 105.1, he says that Sidekicks are for chicks. Excuse me mister., but that picture is kinda, um, incriminating wouldn’t cha say? Fuck it, you live and you learn.
Inspired by his starring role on NCIS: Los Angeles, Todd hooks up with producer Tricky Stewart and reps for his boys in blue. [insert Rick Ross joke here]. Props: YK2
Yesterday, the kid Donnis slid this over to the folks at Complex. 24 hours later, it found its way over here. Keep your stinkin’ late pass.
Here’s some new material from H-Town’s own, Dustin Prestige. This is off his upcoming mixtape Houston Presto Vol. 2 The Playoffs. America’s Dustin’s got talent.
In an interview with Jenny Boom Boom, Mack Mittens admits that he likes The Blueprint 3 over Hov’s previous work. Afterwards, he says it’s still Roc for life and gets a lil’ aggy once Dame Dash is mentioned. Early! Props: HHNM via UHTN
Big Boy asks’ Jay if he were on a raft and saw Jim Jones, Dame Dash, and The Game drowning, who’d he save. Of course, Hov gives an atypical answer. Previously: Jay-Z Speaks On Unreleased Song “Ray-Bans”
[vodpod id=Groupvideo.3398750&w=425&h=350&fv=] As the headline suggests, Kamaal says that Chrissy-Poo wanted the same heat he gave Nas on Illmatic. Unfortanelty when he forked over the tracks, B.I.G had completed his album. Guess you gotta learn to live with regrets. Props: XXL
[vodpod id=Groupvideo.3398553&w=425&h=350&fv=configParams%3Dtype%253Dnetwork%2526vid%253D435784%2526uri%253Dmgid%253Auma%253Avideo%253Amtv.com%253A435784%2526startUri%3Dmgid%253Auma%253Avideo%253Amtv.com%253A435784] Lightskinned Jermaine spoke to the 1515 Boys about appearing alongside Hov on “A Star Is Born” off The Blueprint 3. Great start and great verse, homie. Clap for him, damn it! Previously: J.Cole Cops The Blueprint 3
Earlier this morning, BET aired Pretty Tone’s interview on The Deal. He discusses his new album, Wizard of Poetry In Emerald City and encourages the babies to stay in school. Wu-Tang is for children.
Last night, Chef and Clef kicked a freebie at S.O.B.’s. Didn’t know rappers still did those kinds of things.
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.