[vodpod id=Video.12358108&w=540&h=350&fv=] Def Jam is continuing their vlog series and next up is Ace Hood. He speaks on signing with Def Jam, performing at Summer Jam 2011 and his new album, Blood Sweat & Tears which hits stores on August 9th.
[vodpod id=Video.7240329&w=425&h=350&fv=autoPlay%3Dfalse%26amp%3Bsid%3DMTV_rapfix%26amp%3BconfigParams%3Dvid%3D646497%26amp%3Binstance%3Dwp%26amp%3BfreewheelId%3DMTV_rapfix] Believe it or not, Havoc tells MTV that he hasn’t yet read Prodigy’s book, My Infamous Life. Despite the surrounding controversy, he says that he supports his Mobb Deep Co-D. He then goes on talk about accidentally shooting a Def Jam employee—at Def Jam!
In the wake of Shyne and Nas‘ alleged gripe with Def Jam, Big Sean was a guest on Angela Yee‘s weekly program, Lip Service last night and spoke out on his label’s lack of support. Girdle.
Nas allegedly wrote this email to the bigwigs at Def Jam demanding the release of Lost Tapes Vol. 2 this winter. Supposedly, they offered him $200,000 to fund the project. Until we receive confirmation, believe half of what you read 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.