More trouble for DMX

The man formerly known as one of the best ever in Hip Hop could be facing more charges after a fight with a correctional officer. C'mon X tell us whats up man, I want that RuffRyder rapper back, the one who was hood, but had that street smarts.

Article: http://www.azcentral.com/community/phoenix/articles/2009/02/25/20090225dmxassault0225-ON.html

Elliott Wilson's New Hip Hop Site

Elliott Wilson the former leader at XXL magazine is about to launch a website called RapRadar in march, and this website will be a site which will do interviews, blog, and other materials related to hip hop. I know I'm small scale but hopefully I can get more news from Elliott to pass on.

Article: http://www.ballerstatus.com/article/news/2009/02/6402/

Hip Hop Museum

So NYC got a museum which is a burger joint that serves you food, and if you buy something you can check out the history this place owns. Check it out if you in the NYC sounds cool

Article: http://www.usatoday.com/travel/destinations/2009-02-23-new-york-hip-hop-museum_N.htm

Play N Skillz - Established

I don't know if you have heard of them or not, but two brothers from Dallas, Tx are getting more and more buzz on the production side of things. Already nominated for a few Grammy's these guys have produced tracks for Lil Wayne, Chamillionaire, Slim Thug, and are working on projects for many other artists. I just wanted to let people know that D Town is in the building and hopefully they get bigger on the mainstream level.

Article: http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1605680/20090223/lil_wayne.jhtml

Hip Hop Oscars

Yea we sure did have some performances last night at the Oscar's. Beyonce, John Legend, Alicia Keys, and Queen Latifah performed. Big ups for the performances and the big winner of the night Slum Dog Millionaire. Going off on a tangent here I did see the movie and I thought it was amazing, my only beef with it is that those kids involved still don't seem to have the pay they shouldve earned. Get the money to the people!

Article: http://blogs.sohh.com/soul/2009/02/rb_the_oscars_beyonce_john_leg.html

XXL NEW MUSIC!!!!

NEW MUSIC on the site of XXL click the link for the songs.

Link: http://www.xxlmag.com/online/?cat=17

MTV's Mixtape Monday

Here is the Link for Mixtape Monday from MTV if your interested.

A few topics discussed: Rick Ross, Flo Rida, Mixtapes, and individual Singles

Link: http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1605493/20090220/story.jhtml

TI to teens: Be Careful

Man this guy TI just keeps on being a good guy. TI spoke to kids at a high school about staying in school and staying away from the bad things in life. I know that TI isn't the best of people to follow as a role model, but you have to give him credit for sincerely doing the things he is doing these days. Props TI keep it up!

Article: http://www.newsobserver.com/105/story/1415568.html

Xzibit, P Diddy BEEF!

I don't know how all this started but it involves a gay nightclub and P Diddy trying to take Xzibit. This is some crazy stuff, and I have no idea what these two men are thinking. Straight or not whatever you do I don't care, but please don't put it on blast and ruin your careers.

Link: http://www.hiphoprx.com/2009/02/22/rapper-xzibit-claims-diddy-tried-to-take-him-to-a-gay-nightclub/

N.O.R.E. Arrested!

I know nobody has heard about this dude for a while, but the reason for N.O.R.E. being arrested was a fight at a restaurant. I remember when he had some buzz, but I guess he fills the rap void with some burger fights. C'mon bro get back into the hustle!

Article: http://www.google.com/hostednews/ap/article/ALeqM5g7ip6sbZ9D3IyfEoOu0Qv20Dlj5AD96HDB981

The Dream feat Kanye West - Walking on the Moon

The Dream is back and this time he is going retro on us with Kanye West. I'am finally happy Kanye is rapping again THANK YOU!

Link: http://www.thelifefiles.com/check-out-the-dream-feat-kanye-west-walking-on-the-moon/

TI feat Kobe - This is Detox (I'am Hip Hop)

Man another tracked leaked from Detox? Idk but all I know is if these tracks are the scrapped tracks then Dr. Dre really ain't messin around.

Link: http://nahright.com/news/2009/02/20/ti-i-am-hip-hop/

R.U.L.E.

Ja Rule is BACK! According to this article on SOHH, Ja plans to drop a new album this year, and a jewelry line. One thing I want to ask Ja is, Who is gonna buy your jewelry in a recession? Oh well, maybe the 50 cent Ja Rule beef will rejuvenate Hip Hop lol.

Link: http://www.sohh.com/2009/02/ja_rule_emerges_from_shad.html

Hip Hop as Medical Treatment?

Dr. Rani Whitfield a Physician from Louisiana is working on merging Hip Hop with medicine. The doctor is trying his best to find ways to limit or prevent Heart Disease within the African American communities in the United States. Thank you Doc for finally trying to put a positive spin on the music and the culture, and hopefully your work within this field of study could bring us a better understanding of the music as well as medical advancement. Heart Disease is the #1 killer within African Americans with many reasons, if your interested the article goes to depth about what Dr. Whitfield wants to do.

Article: http://www.hiphopdx.com/index/news/id.8612/title.hip-hop-doctor-battles-heart-disease-with-music

Fabolous dating Mary Jane?

This weekend the rapper Fabolous was linked to 500 pounds of marijuana which was found during a drug raid of a tour bus. According to this article there were no rappers on the tour bus at the time, but Fabolous was on the bus earlier. Man the only question I have is why can't we just legalize the good stuff lol, I mean if you don't want to do it don't but dang alot of people be liking themselves a piece of Mary Jane.

Article: http://www.hiphoprx.com/2009/02/21/rapper-fabolous-possibly-mentioned-in-500-lb-marijuana-drug-raid-of-tour-bus/

Talib Qweli: Hip Hop is Here

Talib Qweli a legend in socially aware Hip Hop, met with and discussed the influence Hip Hop has had socially. The rapper along with a Harvard University scholar spoke to an audience in West Virginia about how bit the influence of Hip Hop really is. This is a great article to read with very good educational information. Check it out: http://www.statejournal.com/story.cfm?func=viewstory&storyid=52510&catid=166

Political parties and Hip Hop!

Michael Steele the new R.N.C. (Republican National Committee) chairman has said that he wants to apply conservative party principles to urban communities. By doing this the Republicans want to gain voter support that they basically lost during the Obama Mccain election. I don't know about you guys but after Bush I'm not feeling a republican for a few more years, but who knows someone might surprise me.

Article: http://thecaucus.blogs.nytimes.com/2009/02/19/new-rnc-chairman-wants-a-hip-hop-party/

Da Chartz

HipHop Sales for the week of 2-15-09 according to HiphopDx

Link: http://www.hiphopdx.com/index/news/id.8587/title.hip-hop-album-sales-the-week-ending-2-15-09

Drake, The Interview

Drake the protege of Lil Wayne and a youngster with some promise was interviewed in this article recently about many different topics. He talks about ghostwriting for Lil Wayne and comparisons to Kanye West. I have listened to Drake's music for a lil bit and the style is waynesque, and so are the lyrics. One thing is for certain, to be mentioned with Wayne and Kanye means you gotta have a lot of talent.

Link: http://www.complex.com/blogs/2009/02/19/drake-talks-young-money-kanye-comparisons-ghostwriting/

P Diddy New Album

Diddy is back and this time with a new movement in rap music. The Bad Boy business mogul is going to drop his 6th studio album titled "Last Train to Paris"this year. I don't think we need more cd's by Puff but maybe some guest features. Anyways I'm interested to see this new movement he mentions in this article.

Link: http://www.allhiphop.com/stories/news/archive/2009/02/19/20878685.aspx

TI feat. Justin Timberlake Dead and Gone

I know this song has been on the buzz for a while, but lets bump this for TI because the man is straight up real talk "Dead and Gone" from the album Paper Trail.

Link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fVuv25n13qU

Rihanna BEAT UP PICTURE!

I was left speechless when I saw this pic from TMZ. Chris Brown about to get some hate.

Link: http://www.tmz.com/2009/02/19/rihanna-photo-face-beating/

Beyonce - Diva

Beyonce is back with another single off her Sasha Fierce cd, this time the single is called "Diva." B has always been for the ladies and this sounds like a strong song for the independent women. One thing I do not understand is why Beyonce needed this alter ego, but hey if the cd's are selling then keep on doin what you doin.

Link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vuDE9vRZvg0&feature=channel_page

Sha Money XL One Stop Shop

For a few years Sha Money XL has held an event for producers, fans, and others to meet up for many Hip Hop related things. This year Sha Money will be setting up the conference based on what fans want which is always a good look. In this article there is also mention on him developing a new production crew like the hitmen, some talk on the 50 cent, DJ Premier collabo, and other tidbits going on with the former G-Unit manager.

Link: http://www.hiphopdx.com/index/news/id.8566/title.sha-money-xl-talks-one-stop-conference-50-cent-dj-premier

Keri Hilson Chart Topper

Keri Hilson's second single "Turnin Me On" feat Lil Wayne has landed at #1 on Urban Radio. Keri if you don't know is associated with producer Timbaland, and was featured on Lloyd Banks 2006 single called "Help." I'am happy Keri is doing good on and hopefully her new found success keeps her in the game for a while.

Link: http://sev.prnewswire.com/music/20090217/LA7213817022009-1.html

Jadakiss Vs Jeezy

Two of the most respected rappers in the game have very similar physical attributes. Could they be the same thing in different regions? I think they are, and both are fun rappers to listen to. What do you think?

Lil Wayne Delays Album

I'm not anticipating this album at all but I thought some people might want to know that Wayne has delayed his rock album. The album is called "Rebirth" and has been pushed back to May after having a April release date. Weezy has a single out called "Prom Queen" which will have a video coming out very soon. Personally I want Wayne to go back to the 99-02 flow with the 05-07 lyrics.

Link: http://www.rapbasement.com/lil-wayne/021909-lil-wayne-delays-release-of-his-new-rock-album-rebirth-till-may-19th-finishes-carter-4.html

2Pac Movie!!!!!

Ok so this post is about 2Pacs mom Afeni Shakur and a rift between a production company over what is said to be a movie on Pac. I'am not really interested in the problem as I'am in the fact that a movie could be made on Pac just like it was on Biggie. If anything I hope they cast the role characters better than in Biggie's movie, and show more of the artistic side of 2pac.

Link: http://www.hiphopdx.com/index/news/id.8593/title.production-company-sues-2pacs-estate-over-movie

New B.G. feat Magnolia Chop

B.G. a former Hot Boy is back with a new song called "Keep it 100." I'am personally a big time Cash Money Records fan especially the old school stuff, and it is good to see B.G. back in the game. I really want his cd to drop soon because I want the year of the Hot Boys!!!!!!

Link: http://www.allhiphop.com/stories/multimedia__music/archive/2009/02/19/20877521.aspx

50 cent & R Kelly?

Yep if you don't know already both these men have joined forces for a new song called "Do What it Do." The song sounds very pop but I can see it becoming a radio friendly track which 50 cent needs at this point. It's good to see that 50 and Kelly have put there past beef behind.

Link: http://www.allhiphop.com/stories/multimedia__music/archive/2009/02/19/20877621.aspx

Luda says Sorry

Ludacris apologized to Senator John McCain during NBA all star weekend about comments he made in a rap. I feel thats a grown man move by Luda and hopes he continues this growth. Also his cd was freakin amazing I'm disappointed it didn't go as big as it should've.

Link: http://www.hiphoprx.com/2009/02/18/ludacris-apologizes-to-john-mccain-and-wife-cindy/

Bone Thugs Recording with Who?

One of the greatest groups in Hip Hop history is going to record with K-Fed and Vanilla Ice. It is said that Bone Thugs N Harmony will be working with them on a new album but I do not know for whose cd. I hope the Thugs aren't doing this for pop exposure which they probably are. Does this hurt the legacy they have created?

Article: http://www.rapbasement.com/bone-thugs-harmony/021809-bone-thugs-n-harmony-record-new-songs-with-k-fed-and-vanilla-ice-for-new-album.html

Usher's Wife out of the Hospital

I know many of us in the Hip Hop community heard about Usher's complications with her liposuction surgery. The good news is she is out of the hospital.

Link: http://www.eonline.com/uberblog/b100489_ushers_wife_released_from_hospital.html

New Track By Dr Dre!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Yup a new track by the good doctor featuring Nas, and TI. If the features don't scream fire then the track will. Check it through the link www.thisis50.com

Flo Rida is Back for Round 2

After the success of his hit single's Low, and Elevator, Flo-Rida has dropped another track called Right Round. This song has been out for a few weeks if not months for the Hip Hop internet crews, but now it has reached commercial success in song sales for Flo-Rida. The record he has broke is from his previous single of Low, and hopefully he keeps the club tracks coming!

Link: http://24hourhiphop.com/hip+hop+News/Flo+Rida+Breaks+Sales+Record+with+%27Right+Round%27/4022/

Nipsey Hussle West Coast STAND UP

I found this track of Nipsey Hussle on allhiphop, and I just wanted to share it because it reminds me of some old school WestCoast music. I hope these young movements can get more than just regional buzz especially guys like Jay Rock, Glasses Malone, and Nipsey.

Link: http://community.allhiphop.com/go/thread/view/12461/13079955/Nipsey_Hussle__Hussle_In_Da_House__Speaks_On_Working_With_THE_GAME

Lloyd Banks Disses Rick Ross

Yea I know this song came out last week, but I had to talk about it. Everyone remembers the Boy Wonder from his first album in 2004 with the hits, On Fire, Warrior, and Karma but since then he has been on a downhill spiral. Banks has not done much when it comes to bad things, but the aggressiveness that he used to approach a track with seems like it's back. In his diss track Officer Down, Banks verbally assaults the Boss from the South like he wants to destroy him. Verse after verse the attacks continue and Banks ends the hurricane track with a punchline thats got the streets talkin, "50 bodied you, I just laid the chalk out." The fire and hunger for more seems like it has returned for Banks, and lets hope the creativity that he used to bring continues to reach new levels. If you want to check the track out it is available at www.thisis50.com

Jeezy to O'Reilly "Come to My Hood"

With a new mixtape coming out Young Jeezy took some time to address a few haters that have been on his case for a minute. Jeezy said in an interview that he would welcome Bill O'Reilly from the O'Reilly factor to come to his hood. Young Jeezy also made some statements about what he thought about Mr. O'Reilly, and Dennis Miller's comments regarding the music they release. All I know is Jeezy I'am on your side, but if you ever go to Bill's show he will not let you win, I've seen it! Any how keep dropping that real music for the 09 and we all good.

Article: http://www.sohh.com/2009/02/young_jeezy_announces_the.html

DMX in dark times

No he is not the Dark Knight, but DMX is on lockdown after running into the law on several things. From what I here he is on a bread and water diet, but on the bright side he will be in a videogame. Idk what kind of consolation prize that is but he will be a featured character in a game where you have to fight zombies. X bro please bring back the dog from 97!!!

Link: http://www.networkworld.com/news/2009/021309-dmx-to-star-in-zombie.html

T-Pain in Pajamas?

Ok so we all know fashion trends have to be started by those who are daring, or a little different. T-Pain wore some pajamas at a party in a Vegas nightclub. Fashion trend or ready for bedtime?
I think he is feelin bedtime, here is the picture in the article link.

Link: http://www.examiner.com/x-964-LA-Celebrity-Gossip-Examiner~y2009m2d17-TPain-parties-in-his-pajamas

Jim Jones Innovation

The Capo is releasing a cd very soon and has decided to put a new spin to music leaks. He will be dropping individual songs on itunes for people to purchase before the full album drops. According to this article all the songs downloaded will not count against purchasing the full cd. I like this move by Jim Jones and maybe it can start a better revenue stream for music even if its somewhat minor.

Article: http://www.hiphopdx.com/index/news/id.8586/title.jim-jones-to-pre-release-pray-iv-reign-tracks

Juvenile Vs Plies

Yesterday I had a post of Ricky Ross and Suge Knight looking very similar to each other. Today I was wondering if anyone thought about the rapper Juvenile, and his new version Plies. Both of these rappers got gold teeth, rap about the females, keep a thug image, and rep their states to the fullest. Is it me or are these rappers just swagger jackin all over the place?

Mixtape Messiah 6

Chamillionaire dropped this mixtape a few weeks ago and it is fire. He is one of the few rappers I know of who made it based on hustling his music. The tracklisting is on the link and if you haven't heard the track already, Creepin ft. Ludacris is Heat!

Link: http://www.rapweekly.com/news.asp?id=2994

Cam'ron Curbin Enthusiasm?

Killa Cam got a new cd coming out and the single I Hate My Job has already been released. Along with a cd Cam has caused some controversy with comments about his former friend Juelz Santana. With everything going on in Cam'rons life, he has stated he is working on a tv show which is similar to Curb Your Enthusiasm. I'am all for Hip Hop entrepreneurs so Cam do it big

Article: http://www.exclaim.ca/articles/generalarticlesynopsfullart.aspx?csid1=129&csid2=844&fid1=36540

Kid Cudi: It wasn't me

This weekend there was news that Kid Cudi was arrested. He said he wasn't, and here is the article for those who want to read into detail about the incident. There is one thing that bothers me about Cudi, I feel like he is following Kanye, and Lil Wayne a bit too much. I have one thing to say bro, people are feelin the music so keep it up!

Article: http://www.hiphopdx.com/index/news/id.8575/title.kid-cudi-says-he-wasnt-arrested-clarifies-incident

Kanye Speaks for Kanye

Man sometimes celebrities get weirder and weirder. Today I found this article on how kanye can speak in 3rd person about himself. Mr. West said he is a walking brand which he probably is, but more for those who are a little different in fashion taste. Kanye my man listen to me, drop the vocoder, buy some rocawear, and start sampling again. We miss the 03-07 Swagger man!

Article: http://www.ballerstatus.com/article/news/2009/02/6350/

50 cent Dr Dre and Slim Shady Destroying the Charts

Crack a Bottle the new single for 50 cent and Eminem has launched itself to #1 on the Billboard Hot 100. From what I know this song was supposed to be Eminem's with Dr. Dre and 50 cent featured, but now it will be featured on 50 cent and Eminem's brand new albums. If this song is as big as it seems I wonder if that means platinum status for the hustla from Jamaica, Queens.

Link: http://www.rollingstone.com/rockdaily/index.php/2009/02/12/eminems-crack-a-bottle-rockets-shady-and-50-cent-to-top-of-hot-100/

Dogg after Dark

So big Snoop has a new tv show on MTV called Dogg after Dark. From what I have read it sounds a lot like a talk show with guest celebrities, sketch comedy, etc. Watch out Johnny Carson, Snoop A Loop is about to take over

Article: http://www.sohh.com/2009/02/tonight_snoop_dogg_tags_p.html

Lil Wayne SUED!!!!

So Weezy as some call him is being sued by a promoter for some hefty change because Mr. Carter didn't show up to a scheduled concert. All I know is if you schedule something you better make it, if not, well thats bad business.

Article: http://www.popeater.com/music/article/promoter-sues-rapper-lil-wayne/347260

Chris Brown Vs Rihanna

Everyone knows of the hit man who calls himself Chris Brown. The fact that this dude still doesn't know he is not supposed to hit a lady is crazy to me, and I hope he gets the punishment he deserves. Here is some fan reaction from MTV about this whole situation

Article: http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1605195/20090217/brown__chris__18_.jhtml

Please don't do it Joaquin!

I know many of you have heard that Joaquin Phoenix is going to drop a Rap album. I would like to encourage artist growth for individuals, but not stupidity. If you rap please do it in private, and if your good get approval by those who are in the industry first. Career suicide? maybe, but all I know is this could be comedic or serious, I hope it never starts.

Article: http://entertainment.timesonline.co.uk/tol/arts_and_entertainment/music/article5659301.ece

The End of Bling

As the recession hits harder rappers are putting on less jewelry. This article right here is very informative on the changes we could be approaching in rap as a whole.

Article: http://www.allheadlinenews.com/articles/7014050196

Baby Daddy

Nas and Kelis are expecting a son pretty soon! I love the grown man look for Nas, and the fact that he continues to write music for the people not for the radio. Nas keep it fire till you retire!

Article: http://celebrity-babies.com/2009/02/17/nas-and-kelis-expecting-a-son/

Hip Hop and Obama

In our generation many of us see Obama as the HipHop president. He is the man that understands the culture, the people, and the history. With the support of our president, is it time we make music that is relevant to the times? I mean can the radio please blast music on our struggles, and what we strive to become instead of, daaaaaaaaang that girl got booty? If we can change the commercial appeal to real life instead of fairy tale land, maybe we can be taken seriously as a genre as a whole.

Article: http://www.etaiwannews.com/etn/news_content.php?id=848271&lang=eng_news

Rapper TI, Road to Redemption

I found this interview with TI and Craveonline that I wanted to share. If you don't know, TI has a TV show which will air today on MTV following him while he does his community service. Real man image for TI fo sho

Link: http://www.craveonline.com/articles/music/04653024/tis_road_to_redemption.html

Rick Ross Vs Suge Knight, Brothers from another mother?

I know some people have probably seen the similarities in how Rick Ross and Suge Knight look. The beard, the swagger, the thug, and the hair. Well if you had to compare them side by side, what is the difference?

Suge Knight, My how the mighty have fallen

Marion "Suge" Knight got beat up a few days ago while attending NBA all star weekend. One of the people involved claims to be an associate of the singer Akon, and is said to be charged with assault along with a few other charges. Man I do remember 95 when it was Death Row Vs Bad Boy. Suge please get some help!

Article: http://www.nj.com/entertainment/celebrities/index.ssf/2009/02/mere_weeks_after_authorities_i.html

Inspired by Spears?

I found this short article stating that 50 cent was inspired by Britney Spears for his new cd. I hope Curtis doesn't go getting a girl pregnant, admitting himself into rehab, and growing his hair looking like a girl. Wait! he has already got baby momma drama, has a former associate who needs rehab, and has some pimpin curly videos out on his website. Do I smell copycat?

Link: http://www.google.com/hostednews/ukpress/article/ALeqM5hoTqEVWUbNoAsAu4m9oZrrb5ufeQ

Time to SHYNE

Shyne is looking to be released this year, does this mean 50 cent has more fire attacking him? All I know is we are about to have a very interesting 09 compared to 08

Article: http://www.hiphopdx.com/index/news/id.8580/title.shyne-on-the-verge-of-prison-release