Michael, Michael, Michael, You My Nigga!
It’s been a really fucked up year for niggas named Ron. First Browz, now Artesticles. I don’t know if I like being a Ron anymore. ☹ As I briefly mentioned on today’s podcast, I refrained from mocking Ron Artest’s simultaneous mockery ...
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Chuck D is using science to discover hit records, aligning with music marketing website uplaya.com. The website, introduced in June by global digital media company Music Intelligence Solutions, offers instant feedback on music of all genres, measuring mainstream potential. “Online services have ...
Read MoreWither the proverbial song for the bitches?
A couple of recent rap videos have got me wondering why rappers aren't trying to appeal to women anymore. Not that I'm complaining. I'm just saying. You'd think, with the state of the economy, rappers would be doing a lot ...
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Drake Sits Down With ABC News [Video]
DJ Suss One presents Memphis Bleek: Signed & Sealed
Since dropping this mixtape last week a slew of heads have been asking the same exact question: Why is Memphis Bleek still rapping? Some say it’s because he’s about to let loose on The Game for all those “Fuck Jay-Z” ...
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Maxwell hijacked the charts this week with his long-awaited comeback disc, BLACKsummers’night, the first album by the singer in eight years. The Columbia Records artist almost managed to outsell the late King of Pop with a career high of 316,500 units ...
Read MoreFEATURE: dead prez,The New Danger
Black power is more than just slogans and bandanas. Just ask dead prez. The poster boys for what many would consider “revolutionary rap” have been holding it down for the movement since they blasted on the scene with their raucous ...
Read MoreNew Music
- Iamsu! Drops The Video To “100 Grand (Remix)” Featuring Juvenile, Problem, and Kool John
- New Video From YG Featuring Dr. Zodiak And Sicfuc “Mollywhopper”
- L.E.P Bogus Boys Drops The Video For “Commas” Featuring Lil Wayne and Ma$e
Hip-Hop News
- Trinidad James Admits “Doing Drugs Is Not Right”
- OJ Da Juiceman, Class Of ’10 – Catching Up With The XXL Freshmen
- 17 Images Of Rappers Enjoying The Finer Things In Life
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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