While the sold out Barclays Center waited for Hov’s arrival, he finally emerged on his home court and opened up the show with “Where I’m From” and “Brooklyn We Go Hard”. Perfect grand opening.
“Ball so hard, I don’t respect the fuckin’ referees” The Barclays Center opened its doors this evening with Hov’s first of 8 sold-out shows. Currently in progress, Hov interrupted his set for an acapella of a new verse. Watch it, he’s got shooters on his team. complex
Hov opened the doors last night to the 40/40 Club inside the Barclays Center. DJ S&S provided the soundtrack while his Roc Stars J.Cole, Rihanna, and hosts of basketball players helped him celebrate. Tonight kicks off the first of eight shows at the arena. “I walked around here earlier and I just seen everybody busy and at work trying to finish up and it was a great feeling,” Jay-Z told gathering press as he entered the 40/40 for its grand […]
Hov was back was on the red carpet last night for the launch of
What a Sunday afternoon. Hov and Beyonce capped off the summer with a surprise appearance at La Marina restaurant/lounge in Manhattan’s Washington Heights section. With DJ Camillo on the 1s and 2s, guests included Memphis Bleek, Swizz Beatz, Steve Stoute, Ebro, and yours truly. (That’s me on the text dawg). Over a couple Cubans and endless
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“…and argue all day, about who’s the best MC?, Biggie, Jay-Z, or Nas?
Jay-Z and Beyonce held a fundraiser last night at the 40/40 in support of President Barack Obama. The cost of attendance? $40,000. Light work, right? Cameras or mics weren’t allowed
Jigga Man debuted a new verse last night while performing with Coldplay at the Paralympics in London. Instead of dropping the audio, he broke down his lyrics on Life + Times. Reading is fundamental. The thought behind the verse is, anyone with a disability, just wants a sense of normality – that’s why they’re competing in these games. That was the idea to make the verse as inclusive for as many people, and to make it as normal as possible. […]
Jay-Z joined Coldplay tonight for the closing ceremony of the Paralympic Games in London. While the band performed “Paradise”, Hov recited a new verse. This is the remix? semtex
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.