“Some people might wonder why Jay-Z’s in the President’s chair. Some people might wonder why Barack Obama is. After all, Jay-Z’s created more jobs.” Ha! A year ago, Rap Radar was the new blog on the block. 365 days later, Wolf Blitzer’s plastering the site on CNN. Crazy, ain’t it? Last Friday, Wolf and political pundits Donna Brazille and Alex Castellanos discussed Hovito’s photo op in the White House’s Situation Room. Last year, RR was featured on channel 10 (check […]
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“Come with me to the White House, get cha suit up…” This almost looks like a reenactment of this 2005 XXL cover. Here are two photographs from Jigga and Trigga‘s visit to casa blanca yesterday morning. Hov even brought his first lady along for the trip. Props: Llindyrr
Today, Nick Cannon began his morning drive on New York’s 92.3 Now. On his first day on the job, Nick chopped it up with Hov, Da Snowman, and Trigga. Before discussing the Blueprint 3 Tour, Nick and Jay reminisce on a hilarious, yet, near fatal accident.
This is how not to give an on-air interview. Last week, Jay-Z, Young Jeezy, and Trey Songz appeared on New York’s 92.3 FM to promote their upcoming Blueprint 3 Tour. After a series of awkward questions, The Mob Squad turn the tables and toy with host, Chunky. Take a listen. Part 1: Part 2: Part 3: Sidebar: Trey plugs the BP3 tour to the 1515 Boys and pretends they’re all gonna do a song together.
Jigga & Friends took their promo run to 395 Hudson St. and checked in with Angie Mar on Hot 97. Here’s what went down. Part 1: Hugs and pounds before the throwdown. Tickets for the Garden go on sale Friday. Part 2: After discussing the crisis in Haiti, Hov speaks on his religious beliefs and repudiates involvement in any “secret society”. Part 3: The newly-christened Mob Squad talk tour bus arrangements, jokingly arguing over who gets the master suite, who […]
Jigga & Friends took their promo run to 395 Hudson St. and checked in with Angie Mar on Hot 97. Here’s what went down. Part 1: Hugs and pounds before the throwdown. Tickets for the Garden go on sale Friday. Part 2: After discussing the crisis in Haiti, Hov speaks on his religious beliefs and repudiates involvement in any “secret society”. Part 3: The newly-christened Mob Squad talk tour bus arrangements. Part 4: Jeezy speaks on his philanthropy and TM […]
Hovi woke up early this morning and headed to NY’s Power 105.1. Along with opening act Trey Songz, Jay’s in the studio to plug the upcoming BP3 tour. Part 1 Runnin’ late, Da Snowman just walked in the building from an all night session with Swizz. Jay compares the good vibes to Hard Knock Life. A gang of touring questions. Part 2 Hov is about do Garden for the eighth time. Trey gets his mack on. When’s Jeezy’s album coming? […]
Hovi woke up early this morning and headed to NY’s Power 105.1. Along with opening act Trey Songz, Jay’s in the studio to plug the upcoming BP3 tour. Part 1 Runnin’ late, Da Snowman just walked in the building from an all night session with Swizz. Jay compares the good vibes to Hard Knock Life. A gang of touring questions. Part 2 Hov is about do Garden for the eighth time. Trey gets his mack on. When’s Jeezy’s album coming? […]
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.