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Mo’ video games, huh? Hey, YN hates snippets but we needed to acknowledge J. Taylor (no Kool and The Gang) who got this year’s title track. And it don’t sound half bad. I shit you not, Mr. G U-Not. Ha!
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B.Dot Update: Pardon YN, but he’s yellow bellied. This crap wouldn’t make the playoffs. Jayceon, you’re benched.
Props: 2 Dope Boyz
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=No9oLLFeebY]
Here’s the full footage of Kanye explaining to former MTV VJ Quddus on what he meant about being the voice of the generation. Sigh. I hope I die before I get old.
Props: theQside.com

Alright kids, I’ve got two pairs of V.I.P. passes to attend Fight Night Round 4’s Red Carpet Release Party on June 22nd at the House of Blues in Los Angeles. If you don’t live in the greater L.A. area, knock yourself out.
To enter email: [email protected]. Winners will be selected at random Deadline is midnight PST.
Update: Contest is over. Congrats to the winners.
After the jump, check out Twista challenge Bow Wow to a bout in Fight Night.

Someone call a plumber. Here’s another leak off Bullets Aint Got No Name Vol. 3. Produced by Scram Jones.
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[vimeo http://vimeo.com/5196710]
Truth be told, I’m a sucker for documentaries. There’s something about them that’s just so…so…real. With that said, check out the the trailer for the Latin Teddy Ruxpin’s upcoming film, Free Agent.
Swiped: Eskay’s URL

Last Train To Paris?

Jigga knocked his hustle and now this nigga done lost his mind. Did you have to really rock the piece last night in Nashville? Not a good look for T-Swizzle. I prefer to call him T-Coon: The King of Autotune. Nas got your theme music.
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Spotted: Natasha From The YBF
Sidebar: Faheem explains his Summer Jam stunt.



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.