N.O.R.E. previewed this last week, but this morning, he gave the full version to the Breakfast Club on Power 105.1. Even without a bottle, this one bangs. On a related note, Charlamagne Tha God revealed that he will appear on N.O.’s Superthug album. UPDATE: CDQ 57ave UPDATE #2: Dirty Version.
[vodpod id=Video.5875294&w=540&h=350&fv=] Shot at the Sputnik bar in Brooklyn, Jean Grae keeps it gully with Talib Kweli and Styles Paniro. Look out for her Cookies Or Coma coming soon.
To celebrate the release of W.A.R., Hot 97 sponsored Pharoahe Monch’s concert at S.O.B.’s last night in NYC. Backed by supreme vocalists Mela Machink and Showtyme, Monch performed some oldies but goodies and new material. He also brought out Immortal Technique, Styles P, and Jean Grae to help him out. It was a great show, but if you missed out check out more film below.
This pre-maturely leaked a month ago, but here is the version you will hear from Pharaohe’s album. Not only does this deserve five on the black hand side, but the white as well. W.A.R. begins March 22.
DJ Kast One played track two off Banks’ Hunger For More 2 on Hot 97. By the sounds of what we have heard so far, Mr. Blue Hefner has a great album on his hands for November 22nd. This one leaves us speechless. 50
A few nights ago, Hot 97’s Peter Rosenberg celebrated his born day on a yacht along the Hudson River. Styles performs his debut album’s classic cut. Roll that shit, light that shit, smoke it. Ah, good times.
It’s less than 24 hours until Ross drops his mixtape, The Albert Anastasia EP. But until then, Styles and Ricky got some money to blow on track number tree. Mr. X Previously: New Music: Rick Ross “Money Maker”
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.