What up everyone? This my final blog and as promised I'ma shine some light on up-and-coming West Coast artists and producers that I think got the potential to really pop. 1. THE SLAUSONBOYZ: www.myspace.com/theslaunsonboyz 2. KID CALI: His myspace isn't up yet but it's comin' ...
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Big Boi Moving to Def Jam
After facing numerous album pushbacks at Jive, OutKast rapper Big Boi recently announced that he would be leaving his longtime home for L.A. Reid’s helmed Def Jam Recordings. During an interview with Toronto paper Eye Weekly, the ATLien confirmed the deal ...
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Evidence Signs to Rhymesayers Entertainment
Dilated Peoples rapper/producer Evidence has signed a multi-album deal with Rhymesayers Entertainment. While it’s not specified how many albums Evidence has agreed to, the Minneapolis-based indie label plans to release Evidence’s sophomore solo LP Cats & Dogs early next year. "This is ...
Read MoreWho killed Vibe magazine?
(Note: I wrote this Thursday and tried to get it to post during the day Friday, while I was en route to kick it with straight-haired hoes, but I never really learned how to use this site. Maybe if I ...
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FEATURE: Royce Da 5′ 9″, Rejuvenated
For Royce Da 5’9", the adage “real recognizes real” couldn’t be truer. First linking up with a pre-stardom Eminem back in 1996 to form the lyrical tandem Bad Meets Evil, The Detroit MC has now aligned himself with another set ...
Read MoreAsher Roth Wants to Work With DJ Premier & Pete Rock on New LP
Following his sold-out performance with Kid Cudi, XXLMag.com chopped it up with suburban sensation Asher Roth about his his follow up to Asleep in the Bread Aisle, his chemistry with the G.O.O.D. Music artist and The Great Hangover Tour. When asked ...
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New Music
- L.E.P Bogus Boys Drops The Video For “Commas” Featuring Lil Wayne and Ma$e
- Watch Ice Cube’s Lyric Video For “The Big Show”
- Earl Sweatshirt Releases New Song “Guild” Featuring Mac Miller
Hip-Hop News
- Chief Keef Responds To Katy Perry’s Tweet
- Mr. Muthafuckin’ eXquire Reveals Cover Of ‘Kismet’
- Here’s The Artwork For Mike WiLL Made It’s “23″ Featuring Wiz Khalifa, Miley Cyrus & Juicy J
Today in Hip-Hop
- Today In Hip-Hop: Max B Turns 35
- Today In Hip-Hop: Busta Rhymes Celebrates 41st Birthday
- Today In Hip-Hop: Ace Hood Celebrates 25th Birthday
Sneakers
- Check Out COMME des GARÇONS’ PLAY for Converse Pro Leather 2013 Collection
- Nike Roshe Run “Tie Die”
- Here’s A Look At Filling Pieces’ 2013 Spring/Summer Collection
Lists
- The Best Work Bags Available Under $200
- Behind The Scenes: 20 Awesome Rapper Vlogs
- Can’t Hold Us: Independent Rapper Success Stories
Hip-Hop Fashion
- Check Out COMME des GARÇONS’ PLAY for Converse Pro Leather 2013 Collection
- Marc by Marc Jacobs Golden Foil iPhone 5 Case
- XXL‘s Memorial Day Weekend Survival Kit
Show & Prove
- A$AP Ferg to Release “Trap Lord” Mixtape in Late February or Early March
- Hit-Boy Announces Diddy, Waka Flocka Flame & Lil Wayne for "Scream and Shout (Remix)"
- Lil Reese ft. Young Jeezy & Twista "Traffic (Remix)"
Rap Videos
- Illogic And Blockhead Release The Video For “Atlantis Depth”
- Video Premiere: Lil Twist “Understand Me”
- Video Premiere: Krizz Kaliko, Futuristic, Black Pegasus, and Jeff Turner [TeamBackpack Cypher]
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