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All morning Twitter has been abuzz with claims that Gucci Mane violated his probation and was back in the big house. Asylum, his recording label, has vehemently denied this and now Gucci’s lawyer has sent out the following statement.
“Gucci Mane is not incarcerated. His attorneys are addressing all pending issues through the courts.”—Attorney, Dwight Thomas
RR will continue to cover this story.
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At the 4:15 mark, Terius talks about bumpin’ chests with his main squeeze in the final issue of VIBE.
Connected: HHC

No single? No leaks? No video? No problem! Here’s Sigel’s artwork and tracklist for his upcoming album, The Focus. I’m willing to forgive Beans for that debacle last go around. But then again, I have less compassion than your average blawga.
1. Broad Street Bully
2. All In
3. Shot Em Up
4. Death Follows Me
5. Phili (w/ Freeway & Young Chris)
6. Ready For War (w/ Freeway & Young Chris)
7. Point The Finger (w/ Young Chris)
8. Get Back To Rap (w/ Young Neef)
9. I’m Sicker (w/ Freeway)
10. What Are We Doing Here
11. Going Through The Emotions
12. You Over Did It
13. Why Shouldn’t I
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Here’s more footage from Slaughterhouse’s show the other night in CT. The Latin Teddy Ruxpin gets it in up top and if you want more—a brief acapella freestyle from a shirtless Joe Budden after the jump.
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“Takin’ my time. To make up my mind. Do I wanna be a superstar?”
The boy is back! And he’s in the studio. Hey, Chuck I’m diggin’ the hook. Welcome back, lil nigga. Drive slow, homie.
Props: Amajanese
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Puff came through the Central Park Summer Stage yesterday afternoon to support The Abstract and couldn’t resist joinin’ in on the fun. I heard Tip tore it down. Sorry, I missed the show, Kamaal.
Bonus: A quick close-up on Combs’ dance moves.
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Here’s another performance from ‘Ye and Mr. Hudson at the recent iTunes festival across the pond. Although this presentation is kinda flat, I really thought this joint had summer banger potential. Good job, Def Jam!
Previously: Kanye West “Heartless” (Live New Version)
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This is pretty funny. YN never went out like this, kids. Actually, a young Mr. Wilson did interview M.O.P. back in the To Tha Death days and after I said something with the word “bummy” to Billy Danz, let’s just say things got a lil’ testy. Ha!
Spotted: Nigel D.

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.