HIP HOP NEWS [Septembre 07]
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-> 09/29 - Final Chapter of G-Unit Radio Mixtape to Be Released
Whoo Kid just announced that the last volume of the G-Unit radio series will be released very soon.
This 25th mixtape is hosted by comedian Chris Rock and features appearances from the whole G-Unit camp as well as Eminem, Akon and T-Pain.
Also included will be an 'unbelievable' bonus song.
'Class in Session,' featuring Young Buck and dissing Lil Waye, Fat Joe and Khaled can be heard in our audio section.
This 25th mixtape is hosted by comedian Chris Rock and features appearances from the whole G-Unit camp as well as Eminem, Akon and T-Pain.
Also included will be an 'unbelievable' bonus song.
'Class in Session,' featuring Young Buck and dissing Lil Waye, Fat Joe and Khaled can be heard in our audio section.
-> 09/28 - B-Legit dropping album Throwblock Muzic in November
Bay Area legend B-Legit is dropping his new album Throwblock Muzic on November 20 on SMC Recordings.
"Hands On Them Knees" is the first single off Throwblock Muzic. The album features E-40, Mac Dre, Clude Carson, Harm from the Rich and Levitti as well as producers Mike Mosely, Goldfingaz, Stix, Troy Sanders and E-A Ski. Throwblock Muzic also features B-Legit's Block Movement signees Taj-He-Spitz, Duna, 2wiceberg Slym and Harm from the Rich.
"I stay recording so I have songs that I love but didn't fit on my last album and don't fit on my new album, so I took my favorite ones, touched them up, recorded some new songs and came up with Throwblock Muzic," B-Legit said. "My last album hit before the Hyphy Movement broke. I'm known for that classic mob music, so I fell back and went to work. I gave the kids a chance, but now I have to step in and do what I do best. Throwblock Muzic is to hold you over until Block Business."
Block Business is B-Legit's next album, which is slated for release in March 2008.
"Hands On Them Knees" is the first single off Throwblock Muzic. The album features E-40, Mac Dre, Clude Carson, Harm from the Rich and Levitti as well as producers Mike Mosely, Goldfingaz, Stix, Troy Sanders and E-A Ski. Throwblock Muzic also features B-Legit's Block Movement signees Taj-He-Spitz, Duna, 2wiceberg Slym and Harm from the Rich.
"I stay recording so I have songs that I love but didn't fit on my last album and don't fit on my new album, so I took my favorite ones, touched them up, recorded some new songs and came up with Throwblock Muzic," B-Legit said. "My last album hit before the Hyphy Movement broke. I'm known for that classic mob music, so I fell back and went to work. I gave the kids a chance, but now I have to step in and do what I do best. Throwblock Muzic is to hold you over until Block Business."
Block Business is B-Legit's next album, which is slated for release in March 2008.
-> 09/28 - Legendary Hip-Hop photographer Joe Conzo releasing book Born in the Bronx in November
Legendary hip-hop photographer Joe Conzo is releasing his book Born in the Bronx: A Visual Record of the Early Days of Hip-Hop will be available on November 9. Born in the Bronx features the historic photographs of Joe Conzo. With the help of editor Johan Kugelberg, a foreward by Afrika Bambaataa, original flyer art by Buddy Esquire and a timeline by Jeff Chang, Born in the Bronx is a striking anthology of hip-hop's baby steps. Born in the Bronx features rare photographs from hip-hop's early days including improvisational artwork of previously unpublished street flyers of the era, Polaroids buried in basements across the Bronx and testimonials from the most scholarly historians of hip-hop culture.
Born in the Bronx also features additional photographs contributed by Charlie Ahearn and Henry Chalfant.
Joe Conzo will be speaking on a panel discussion titled Fort Apache Revisited on October 4 at the Hostos Center for the Arts and Culture in the Bronx. On October 6 Joe Conzo and Grandmaster Caz will present the Born in the Bronx Slideshow and Artist Discussion at the powerHouse Arena in Brooklyn, NY from 2 4 pm.
Born in the Bronx also features additional photographs contributed by Charlie Ahearn and Henry Chalfant.
Joe Conzo will be speaking on a panel discussion titled Fort Apache Revisited on October 4 at the Hostos Center for the Arts and Culture in the Bronx. On October 6 Joe Conzo and Grandmaster Caz will present the Born in the Bronx Slideshow and Artist Discussion at the powerHouse Arena in Brooklyn, NY from 2 4 pm.
-> 09/28 - Del the Funky Homosapien tour info, The 11th Hour album coming soon on Def Jux
Hopefully Del's tour bus gets good mileage to the gallon, because the eccentric Hiero MC is hitting the road heavy to promote his long-anticipated album The 11th Hour. Joining Del on tour will be Hieroglyphics founder A-Plus, Devin the Dude and the Coughee Brothers, Bukue One, The Serendipity Projects, Knobody and Junk Science.
Del the Funky Homosapien's album The 11th Hour will be coming out in early 2008 on Definitive Jux with the backing of Hiero Imperium.
September 28 Orpheum Theater Flagstaff, AZ
September 29 Marquee Theater Phoenix, AZ
September 30 Sunshine Theater Albuquerque, NM
October 2 The Warehouse Houston, TX
October 3 Emo's Austin, TX
October 4 Tipitina's New Orleans, LA
October 5 Spanish Moon Baton Rouge, LA
October 6 Beta Bar Tallahassee, FL
October 7 State Theater Tampa, FL
October 9 The Social Orlando, FL
October 10 Village Tavern Charleston, SC
October 11 Georgia Theater Athens, GA
October 12 Orange Peel Asheville, NC
October 13 Cat's Cradle Carrboro, NC
October 14 Satellite Ballroom Charlottesville, VA
October 15 Sonar Baltimore, MD
October 17 World Cafι Live Philadelphia, PA
October 19 BB King's New York, NY
October 20 Middle East Boston, MA
October 21 Higher Ground Burlington, VT
October 23 Blind Pig Ann Arbor, MI
October 24 Skully's Columbus, OH
October 25 The Dame Lexington, KY
October 26 Bluebird Theatre Bloomington, IN
October 27 The Metro Chicago, IL
October 28 High Noon Saloon Madison, WI
October 29 Pizza Luce Duluth, MN
October 30 First Avenue Minneapolis, MN
October 31 Slowdown Omaha, NE
November 1 Aggie Theater Fort Collins, CO
November 2 Cervantis Denver, CO
November 3 Belly Up Tavern Aspen, CO
November 4 Fox Theater Boulder, CO
November 5 Suede Park City, UT
November 8 Roseland Portland, OR
November 9 Showbox Seattle, WA
November 10 Wow Hall Eugene, OR
November 11 Senator Theatre Chico, CA
November 13 Slim's San Francisco, CA
November 14 Slim's San Francisco, CA
Del the Funky Homosapien's album The 11th Hour will be coming out in early 2008 on Definitive Jux with the backing of Hiero Imperium.
September 28 Orpheum Theater Flagstaff, AZ
September 29 Marquee Theater Phoenix, AZ
September 30 Sunshine Theater Albuquerque, NM
October 2 The Warehouse Houston, TX
October 3 Emo's Austin, TX
October 4 Tipitina's New Orleans, LA
October 5 Spanish Moon Baton Rouge, LA
October 6 Beta Bar Tallahassee, FL
October 7 State Theater Tampa, FL
October 9 The Social Orlando, FL
October 10 Village Tavern Charleston, SC
October 11 Georgia Theater Athens, GA
October 12 Orange Peel Asheville, NC
October 13 Cat's Cradle Carrboro, NC
October 14 Satellite Ballroom Charlottesville, VA
October 15 Sonar Baltimore, MD
October 17 World Cafι Live Philadelphia, PA
October 19 BB King's New York, NY
October 20 Middle East Boston, MA
October 21 Higher Ground Burlington, VT
October 23 Blind Pig Ann Arbor, MI
October 24 Skully's Columbus, OH
October 25 The Dame Lexington, KY
October 26 Bluebird Theatre Bloomington, IN
October 27 The Metro Chicago, IL
October 28 High Noon Saloon Madison, WI
October 29 Pizza Luce Duluth, MN
October 30 First Avenue Minneapolis, MN
October 31 Slowdown Omaha, NE
November 1 Aggie Theater Fort Collins, CO
November 2 Cervantis Denver, CO
November 3 Belly Up Tavern Aspen, CO
November 4 Fox Theater Boulder, CO
November 5 Suede Park City, UT
November 8 Roseland Portland, OR
November 9 Showbox Seattle, WA
November 10 Wow Hall Eugene, OR
November 11 Senator Theatre Chico, CA
November 13 Slim's San Francisco, CA
November 14 Slim's San Francisco, CA
-> 09/28 - Marc Ecko branding Barry Bonds' No. 756 with an asterisk before sending it to the Hall
Marc Ecko's vote about what to do with Barry Bonds' record-setting home run ball has come to a close and the people have spoken the ball is going to the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, NY
with an asterisk.
Marc Ecko paid $752,467 for the ball to which Barry called Ecko an "idiot." Ecko is still not sure how to brand the ball with the asterisk.
Marc Ecko paid $752,467 for the ball to which Barry called Ecko an "idiot." Ecko is still not sure how to brand the ball with the asterisk.
-> 09/28 - Puffy looking to start perfume challenge
It looks like Puffy was watching the 50/Kanye Soundscan battle. The Bad Boy chief recently issued a challenge to J. Lo, Britney Spears, Mariah Carey, Gwen Stefani and Sarah Jessica Parker.
"My fragrance is better than yours," Diddy said in a recent webisode. "I invite them to come out and meet me on 5th Avenue. We will do a blind smell test and find out which smells better. The winner pays for the shopping spree. I am a man and I know how a woman should smell."
All right, so it's not as exciting as Kanye taking on 50 Cent
"My fragrance is better than yours," Diddy said in a recent webisode. "I invite them to come out and meet me on 5th Avenue. We will do a blind smell test and find out which smells better. The winner pays for the shopping spree. I am a man and I know how a woman should smell."
All right, so it's not as exciting as Kanye taking on 50 Cent
-> 09/26 - Rapper Big Pooh and Nottz working on album together
It looks like Rapper Big Pooh is going to be hopping on I-95 and heading up to VA to work with Nottz on an album.
"Me and Nottz officially decided to go ahead and do this project Home Sweet Home," Rapper Pooh told HipHopGame. "It's going to be Nottz on production and me rapping. I'm trying to get Nottz on the mic a little bit. It's going to be with all VA artists. I'm trying to link up with Fam Lay out of the Star Trak crew and Pusha T and other artists out of Virginia."
Pooh is also putting the finishing touches on his solo album Dirty Pretty Things, which is scheduled to be released in February or March. Pooh is also working on another project titled The Measure of a Man.
Little Brother's new album Getback is being released on October 23 on ABB Records.
"Me and Nottz officially decided to go ahead and do this project Home Sweet Home," Rapper Pooh told HipHopGame. "It's going to be Nottz on production and me rapping. I'm trying to get Nottz on the mic a little bit. It's going to be with all VA artists. I'm trying to link up with Fam Lay out of the Star Trak crew and Pusha T and other artists out of Virginia."
Pooh is also putting the finishing touches on his solo album Dirty Pretty Things, which is scheduled to be released in February or March. Pooh is also working on another project titled The Measure of a Man.
Little Brother's new album Getback is being released on October 23 on ABB Records.
-> 09/26 - Kanye and 50 drop almost 80% in second-week sales
The second week Soundscan numbers for Kanye West's Graduation and 50 Cent's Curtis are in. Kanye West sold almost 226,000 albums in his second week while 50 sold almost 143,000. Kanye West experienced a 76% drop in sales while 50 had a 79% drop in sales.
The first week figures for Chamillionaire's Ultimate Victory are 79,161, which gives him the No. 8 album of the week. Twista's Adrenaline Rush 2007 sold 40,693 copies in its first week, placing the album at the No. 10 spot for the week. Rick Ross' Rise to Power debuted at No. 62, selling 11,597 in its first week.
The first week figures for Chamillionaire's Ultimate Victory are 79,161, which gives him the No. 8 album of the week. Twista's Adrenaline Rush 2007 sold 40,693 copies in its first week, placing the album at the No. 10 spot for the week. Rick Ross' Rise to Power debuted at No. 62, selling 11,597 in its first week.
-> 09/26 - Midi Mafia update
Midi Mafia is gearing up their own Family Ties Entertainment label for some impressive releases. They recently teamed with Philadelphia's Hot City Music Group and SRC/Universal to introduce R&B songstress Shirι to the world. Her current mixtape, Baltimore's Daughter, presents her hard-hitting vocals and intimate lyrics to the hip-hop Generation. Much like Mary J. Blige and other hip-hop/R&B royalty have done before her, Shirι shares the often-harsh reality of her life with a relatable magnetism. Her full-length debut will drop early in 2008, with Midi Mafia as the driving force behind her sound.
"Shirι is taking R&B music back to real singing, substance and excitement that's been missing for a long time. This is going to be a landmark album," says Swift.
"Shirι will be the blueprint for all female solo artists after her album drops," Bruce Waynne said.
In coming months, Family Ties Entertainment will be releasing a prelude to their full-length album. The pre-album, titled Get Connected, will familiarize fans with the work of Midi Mafia, while the album Family First will introduce Family Ties' roster of stellar new talent. Following their own projects, the team will launch a flurry of albums for their own artists, along with a solo album for Bruce Waynne entitled Waynne Manor.
Despite personal setbacks in the past year - a tragic accident for Dirty Swift and a major lawsuit and divorce for Bruce Waynne - the two men have persevered to stay at the top of their game. As their label grows, Midi Mafia will continue to work with artists who best mesh with their amazing production. Bruce Waynne is excelling in his songwriting while Dirty Swift continues to utilize the hottest new technologies in engineering the Midi Mafia sound.
The duo is already working steadily overseas and on taking their own brand to the next level by partnering in endorsement deals with respected corporations. They are currently working with SSL and Spectrasonics, and will continue to build on new relationships. "Midi Mafia and Family Ties are the realization of our vision, our passion for music," explains Dirty Swift. "We align ourselves with other brands that have shown that same passion for success which we represent."
"Shirι is taking R&B music back to real singing, substance and excitement that's been missing for a long time. This is going to be a landmark album," says Swift.
"Shirι will be the blueprint for all female solo artists after her album drops," Bruce Waynne said.
In coming months, Family Ties Entertainment will be releasing a prelude to their full-length album. The pre-album, titled Get Connected, will familiarize fans with the work of Midi Mafia, while the album Family First will introduce Family Ties' roster of stellar new talent. Following their own projects, the team will launch a flurry of albums for their own artists, along with a solo album for Bruce Waynne entitled Waynne Manor.
Despite personal setbacks in the past year - a tragic accident for Dirty Swift and a major lawsuit and divorce for Bruce Waynne - the two men have persevered to stay at the top of their game. As their label grows, Midi Mafia will continue to work with artists who best mesh with their amazing production. Bruce Waynne is excelling in his songwriting while Dirty Swift continues to utilize the hottest new technologies in engineering the Midi Mafia sound.
The duo is already working steadily overseas and on taking their own brand to the next level by partnering in endorsement deals with respected corporations. They are currently working with SSL and Spectrasonics, and will continue to build on new relationships. "Midi Mafia and Family Ties are the realization of our vision, our passion for music," explains Dirty Swift. "We align ourselves with other brands that have shown that same passion for success which we represent."
-> 09/26 - DJ Muggs and Sick Jacken heading overseas
DJ Muggs and Sick Jacken are heading overseas to promote their new album The Legend of the Mask and the Assassin. The album was released September 11 on Rebel Music Group, which is Sick Jacken's joint venture with Universal Music Latino.
September 27 Estonia, Tallin at Club Hollywood
September 28 Norway, Trondheim at Club Kafe Larssen
September 29 Norway, Oslo at Club BLA
October 2 United Kingdom, Canbridge at TBA
October 3 Denmark, Copenhagen at TBA
October 4 Bulgaria, Sofia at TBA
October 5 Switzerland, Lausanne at TBA
October 5 Sweden, Gothenburg at TBA
September 27 Estonia, Tallin at Club Hollywood
September 28 Norway, Trondheim at Club Kafe Larssen
September 29 Norway, Oslo at Club BLA
October 2 United Kingdom, Canbridge at TBA
October 3 Denmark, Copenhagen at TBA
October 4 Bulgaria, Sofia at TBA
October 5 Switzerland, Lausanne at TBA
October 5 Sweden, Gothenburg at TBA
-> 09/26 - Edo G and Masta Ace recording album together
It looks like Edo G and Masta Ace are giving their fans a new project to look forward to.
"I'm working on another album with Masta Ace that's coming out early next year in the spring," Edo G told HipHopGame. "We're actually in the studio recording that as we speak."
Special Teamz, the group featuring Edo G, Jaysaun and Slaine, dropped their debut album Stereotypez yesterday.
"I'm working on another album with Masta Ace that's coming out early next year in the spring," Edo G told HipHopGame. "We're actually in the studio recording that as we speak."
Special Teamz, the group featuring Edo G, Jaysaun and Slaine, dropped their debut album Stereotypez yesterday.
-> 09/24 - DJ Statik Selektah releasing offical album Spell My Name Right in November
DJ Statik Selektah has gone from behind the turntables to behind the boards, producing his entire debut album Spell My Name Right. After creating a buzz in the mixtape game by collaborating with major artists, Statik Selektah decided to further his position in the hip-hop game by producing an album packed with exclusive tracks from some of hip-hop's best talent. This album will unquestionably make everyone "Stop Look and Listen!", as the first song on the album states with help from Styles P, Termanology, and the legendary Q-Tip of A Tribe Called Quest.
Earlier this month mixtapes and mixshow radio started playing the lead single "Express Yourself 08" featuring Talib Kweli, Consequence and Termanology. "Express Yourself 08" is a tribute to NWA's classic "Express Yourself" mixed with an East Coast spin. The "Express Yourself 08" video is scheduled to hit cable-TV and the internet this October.
Spell My Name Right: The Album features a number of first-time collaborations among artists, most notably Cassidy and Freeway's "What Would You Do." Royce Da 5'9" and Cormega team up on "Back Against the Wall", and Red Cafι, Termanology and Mims come together on the potential club banger "Bam Bam."
DJ Premier sets off the album with his co-sign, introducing the world to Statik Selektah's label Showoff Records. The intro also features Statik's long time collaborator Termanology, who also appears on six other songs.
Spell My Name Right also features appearances from Alchemist, Evidence, Lil' Fame of M.O.P., Jadakiss, Uncle Murder, Reks, Joell Ortiz, Kool G. Rap, Large Professor, KRS-One, Tony Touch, Big Shug, Slum Village, Skyzoo, DJ Khaled, Sheek Louch, Scram Jones, AG of DITC, Esoteric and many more.
Spell My Name Right: The Album will be released on November 6 on Showoff/Brick Records.
Earlier this month mixtapes and mixshow radio started playing the lead single "Express Yourself 08" featuring Talib Kweli, Consequence and Termanology. "Express Yourself 08" is a tribute to NWA's classic "Express Yourself" mixed with an East Coast spin. The "Express Yourself 08" video is scheduled to hit cable-TV and the internet this October.
Spell My Name Right: The Album features a number of first-time collaborations among artists, most notably Cassidy and Freeway's "What Would You Do." Royce Da 5'9" and Cormega team up on "Back Against the Wall", and Red Cafι, Termanology and Mims come together on the potential club banger "Bam Bam."
DJ Premier sets off the album with his co-sign, introducing the world to Statik Selektah's label Showoff Records. The intro also features Statik's long time collaborator Termanology, who also appears on six other songs.
Spell My Name Right also features appearances from Alchemist, Evidence, Lil' Fame of M.O.P., Jadakiss, Uncle Murder, Reks, Joell Ortiz, Kool G. Rap, Large Professor, KRS-One, Tony Touch, Big Shug, Slum Village, Skyzoo, DJ Khaled, Sheek Louch, Scram Jones, AG of DITC, Esoteric and many more.
Spell My Name Right: The Album will be released on November 6 on Showoff/Brick Records.
-> 09/24 - Cam'ron releasing new mixtape
It looks like we're going to be hearing some more from Cam'ron very soon. Hell Rell told HipHopGame that Cam'ron will be releasing a new mixtape, Where's Cam'ron, in the next two weeks.
-> 09/24 - Havoc: "I get fly. Fuck Kanye West. You know I got the realest beats ever."
A slightly intoxicated-looking Havoc recently filmed a video in which he tells Kanye West to eat a dick before giving praise to the rapper for being a good producer and artist.
After showing off his new Dolce Gobana shirt, Havoc said, "I get fly. Fuck Kanye West. Kanye West can eat a dick. Word up. Watch this. It's going to on, like, YouTube and all this crazy shit and all this, that and the third. But I'm going to say one thing I love Kanye as a producer and as an artist. Don't get it twisted. If you hear this and you see this, you're going to be like, 'Yo, Hav was saying some shit.' I love Kanye West. That nigga's ill. But he can eat a dick because I'm coming at you, baby. You know I got the realest beats ever. I don't even know what number it is on 50's album, but I got "187" and No. 16, whatever it is. I got the best songs on the best rapper-to-date in the game right now (sic) and my name is Havoc. Nice to meet you. How are you doing? H-Class. H-Class diamonds. H-Class diamonds Look what I'm trying to show you! We got onyx and we got diamonds. I look jewelry-less because I spent so much money on this motherfucking chain that I'm not going to ever spend no money on jewelry again. That is bad. Feel me?"
After showing off his new Dolce Gobana shirt, Havoc said, "I get fly. Fuck Kanye West. Kanye West can eat a dick. Word up. Watch this. It's going to on, like, YouTube and all this crazy shit and all this, that and the third. But I'm going to say one thing I love Kanye as a producer and as an artist. Don't get it twisted. If you hear this and you see this, you're going to be like, 'Yo, Hav was saying some shit.' I love Kanye West. That nigga's ill. But he can eat a dick because I'm coming at you, baby. You know I got the realest beats ever. I don't even know what number it is on 50's album, but I got "187" and No. 16, whatever it is. I got the best songs on the best rapper-to-date in the game right now (sic) and my name is Havoc. Nice to meet you. How are you doing? H-Class. H-Class diamonds. H-Class diamonds Look what I'm trying to show you! We got onyx and we got diamonds. I look jewelry-less because I spent so much money on this motherfucking chain that I'm not going to ever spend no money on jewelry again. That is bad. Feel me?"
-> 09/24 - NBA 2K8 Soundtrack features J Dilla, Madlib, Common and Q-Tip
2K Sports, the sports publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc., announced today that NBA 2K8 will feature original and exclusive tracks from the late legendary producer J Dilla with Common, Q-Tip, Talib Kweli and Madlib providing vocals. The in-game soundtrack will also include music that harkens back to the roots of hip-hop, as well as an eclectic mix of songs from other genres that complement the virtual hoops action.
As one of the music industry's most influential producers, J Dilla inspired many artists, including Common, Q-Tip, Talib Kweli and Madlib, all of whom he had previously collaborated with in some fashion. These artists were tapped to keep J Dilla's legacy alive because of their friendship and respect for this fallen talent. Now exclusively on the NBA 2K8 soundtrack, three J Dilla tracks will feature the lyrics of Common, Q-Tip, Talib Kweli, and Madlib.
"J. Dilla was one of the industry's greatest talents," said Q-Tip. "This recording is reflective of his legacy and of the wonderful body of work that he left behind."
The in-game soundtrack to NBA 2K8 introduces today's gamers to classic tracks from The Highlighters Band, Ernie and The Topnotes, Billy Ball and The Upsetters, and The Fabulous Jades. Rounding out the soundtrack are offerings from Quasimoto, Percee P, Run-DMC, Devo, Cut Chemist, Fishbone, Stone Roses and many more.
"For the NBA 2K8 soundtrack, we wanted to produce something diverse that bridges modern hip-hop with its rich heritage in funk and groove," said Tim Rosa, 2K Sports Director of Brand and Lifestyle Marketing. "In addition to showcasing some of J Dilla's finest and unreleased cuts with marquee artists like Common, Talib Kweli and Q-Tip, we've included a diverse group of artists whose music really captures the spirit of the game."
NBA 2K8 is rated E for Everyone and will be available October 2, 2007 for the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, the PLAYSTATION 3 computer entertainment system and PlayStation 2 computer entertainment system. NBA 2K8 features exciting all-new play modes, defensive mechanics, off-ball controls, a radically improved franchise mode and an impressive set of other updated features.
Tracklisting:
J Dilla feat. Madlib - The Official (2K8 Mix)
J Dilla feat. Q-Tip and Talib Kweli - Lightworks
J Dilla feat. Common - E=MC2
Run-DMC - Sucka MC's
Stone Roses - Fool's Gold
Breakestra - Getcho Soul Together Pt. 2
Fishbone - Skankin to the Beat
Tommy Guerrero - Molotov Telegram
Percee P - Throwback Rap Attack
Quasimoto - Chrome Dreams
Devo - Through Being Cool
Quantic - When You're Through
J. Rocc - Cold Heat Megamix
Cut Chemist - Bunky's Pick
Billy Ball and The Upsetters - Tighten Up Tighter
The Highlighters Band - Funky 16 Corners
A Guy Called Gerald - Hurry to Go Easy
Sonic Trip - Energy Play
Baron Zen - Turn Around (Peanut Butter Wolf Instrumental Mix)
Finley Quaye - Ultra Stimulation
G-Love and Special Sauce - Shooting Hoops
Ernie and The Topnotes - Dap Walk
The Fabulous Jades - Cold Heat
As one of the music industry's most influential producers, J Dilla inspired many artists, including Common, Q-Tip, Talib Kweli and Madlib, all of whom he had previously collaborated with in some fashion. These artists were tapped to keep J Dilla's legacy alive because of their friendship and respect for this fallen talent. Now exclusively on the NBA 2K8 soundtrack, three J Dilla tracks will feature the lyrics of Common, Q-Tip, Talib Kweli, and Madlib.
"J. Dilla was one of the industry's greatest talents," said Q-Tip. "This recording is reflective of his legacy and of the wonderful body of work that he left behind."
The in-game soundtrack to NBA 2K8 introduces today's gamers to classic tracks from The Highlighters Band, Ernie and The Topnotes, Billy Ball and The Upsetters, and The Fabulous Jades. Rounding out the soundtrack are offerings from Quasimoto, Percee P, Run-DMC, Devo, Cut Chemist, Fishbone, Stone Roses and many more.
"For the NBA 2K8 soundtrack, we wanted to produce something diverse that bridges modern hip-hop with its rich heritage in funk and groove," said Tim Rosa, 2K Sports Director of Brand and Lifestyle Marketing. "In addition to showcasing some of J Dilla's finest and unreleased cuts with marquee artists like Common, Talib Kweli and Q-Tip, we've included a diverse group of artists whose music really captures the spirit of the game."
NBA 2K8 is rated E for Everyone and will be available October 2, 2007 for the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, the PLAYSTATION 3 computer entertainment system and PlayStation 2 computer entertainment system. NBA 2K8 features exciting all-new play modes, defensive mechanics, off-ball controls, a radically improved franchise mode and an impressive set of other updated features.
Tracklisting:
J Dilla feat. Madlib - The Official (2K8 Mix)
J Dilla feat. Q-Tip and Talib Kweli - Lightworks
J Dilla feat. Common - E=MC2
Run-DMC - Sucka MC's
Stone Roses - Fool's Gold
Breakestra - Getcho Soul Together Pt. 2
Fishbone - Skankin to the Beat
Tommy Guerrero - Molotov Telegram
Percee P - Throwback Rap Attack
Quasimoto - Chrome Dreams
Devo - Through Being Cool
Quantic - When You're Through
J. Rocc - Cold Heat Megamix
Cut Chemist - Bunky's Pick
Billy Ball and The Upsetters - Tighten Up Tighter
The Highlighters Band - Funky 16 Corners
A Guy Called Gerald - Hurry to Go Easy
Sonic Trip - Energy Play
Baron Zen - Turn Around (Peanut Butter Wolf Instrumental Mix)
Finley Quaye - Ultra Stimulation
G-Love and Special Sauce - Shooting Hoops
Ernie and The Topnotes - Dap Walk
The Fabulous Jades - Cold Heat
-> 09/21 - Dr. Dre: 'No Detox this year'
Dr. Dre recently spoke to the Los Angeles Times about his history, fitness regime, upcoming projects and, most importantly, his album Detox.
"I was really hoping to have it out this year, but it's going to have to be pushed back a while because of some other things I've got to work on," Dr. Dre said. One of those projects is Eminem's next project, which he will be working on for the next two months.
"We'll be trying to get his thing done and work on a few things on my own project," Dre said of Eminem's project.
In regards to Detox, Dre says, "I was really hoping to have it out this year, but it's going to have to be pushed back a while because of some other things I've got to work on." He added that he was two or three tracks away from finishing Detox.
Dre also mentioned that he spends between 2 and 2 ½ hours a day during the week in the gym, going from 270 pounds to 220 and bringing his body fat down from 29% to 6%.
"I feel like I can kick a brick wall down now," Dre said. Hopefully Detox will be on the other side of that brick wall.
"I was really hoping to have it out this year, but it's going to have to be pushed back a while because of some other things I've got to work on," Dr. Dre said. One of those projects is Eminem's next project, which he will be working on for the next two months.
"We'll be trying to get his thing done and work on a few things on my own project," Dre said of Eminem's project.
In regards to Detox, Dre says, "I was really hoping to have it out this year, but it's going to have to be pushed back a while because of some other things I've got to work on." He added that he was two or three tracks away from finishing Detox.
Dre also mentioned that he spends between 2 and 2 ½ hours a day during the week in the gym, going from 270 pounds to 220 and bringing his body fat down from 29% to 6%.
"I feel like I can kick a brick wall down now," Dre said. Hopefully Detox will be on the other side of that brick wall.
-> 09/21 - Cam'ron Won't Appear on 106 & Park
Cam'ron sent the following message to Miss Info:
"Although 106 n Park has been great in launching the careers of diplomat members, I'm not going to be appearing on the show next week to discuss anything. When I decide to speak on anything, I will stop by Funk Flex's show first."
Miss Info also heard that Cam'ron was in studio recording an album tentatively titled 'Public Enemy #1.'
"Although 106 n Park has been great in launching the careers of diplomat members, I'm not going to be appearing on the show next week to discuss anything. When I decide to speak on anything, I will stop by Funk Flex's show first."
Miss Info also heard that Cam'ron was in studio recording an album tentatively titled 'Public Enemy #1.'
-> 09/21 - FREE Download: Mick Boogie and Young Chris Politically Incorrect
There's nothing like getting a free mixtape, right? Check out what happens when Young Chris teams up with Mick Boogie on this mixtape full of never-before-heard tracks.
Download Politically Incorrect: http://www.megaupload.com/fr/?d=U9VCG2IL
1 Mick Boogie and Revenue Rich: Intro
2 Gunshot
3 How We Roll feat. Lil' Wayne
4 Survival Of The Fittest
5 That That That feat. Neef and Pooda Brown
6 Callin' Me
7 My Part Of Town feat. Black Thought
8 Stuntin' feat. Revenue Rich
9 Don't Play With Me
10 Nowadays
11 Plain To See feat. Pooda Brown
12 Young Hip-Hop
13 Soundtrack Of My Life
14 Down With The King feat. Revenue Rich
15 Ghetto Girls feat. Mase
16 Bridging The Gap feat. Kool G. Rap
17 Gunna
18 Air 'Em Out
19 Strip Down On The Poll feat. Neef and Pooda Brown
20 Bodies
21 Live Or Die feat. Rell
22 Pooda Brown - Outta Control (bonus track)
-> 09/20 - Hell Rell and Duke Da God arrested for weed
Hell Rell and Duke Da God were arrested in Ohio for possession of weed. The dynamic duo was on the road promoting Hell Rell's debut album For The Hell Of It. Rugar Rell and Duke are claiming racial profiling.
For The Hell Of It is in stores September 25.
For The Hell Of It is in stores September 25.
-> 09/20 - Saigon, Prodigy Involved in Fight at Havoc's Album Release Party
The video is all over the web this morning.
Havoc, Saigon, Prodigy and their respective entourage were on stage for Havoc's album release party at SOB's in New York when after Saigon finished performing 'C'mon Baby' he was grabbed by the shoulder and a fight ensued.
Saigon and Prodigy have exchanged words in the past so apparently there was still some tensions.
Saigon posted the following comment on his Myspace blog:
'I Finally Got Prodigy....
I know you all are seeing this YouTube video of like 25 Mobb Deep niggaz chasing me out the club...And helll fucking yeah I dipped up up out of there untouched.....
But that was after I snuffed little punk ass Prodigy...They can edit it and lie all they want but , But when you hear the nigga say 'Oh' the first time is when i rock him... right before you see my man rock him, The second time is when my man rocks him... I rocked him first, thats what makes the kid with the red hat try to get at me and got everybody hype..Why didnt they slow down that part? If you notice I punch prodigy right into my mans hands...And fuck yeah I got up outta there...Them niggaz was 30 deep and I went to their party, grab the mic, did my song and punched Prodigy in his face.. (I wasnt even on the bill to perform) This nigga told me to suck his dick so he got rocked, at his show..
I see niggas laughing cause I was running up outta that mufucka, damn right..I think the shit looks funny as hell too...And all yall talking about I wouldve stayed there and got my ribs broken and all that, ya frontiing....or ya fucking stupid..I had already rocked Prodigy, it was time to dip up outta there...Shout out to Big Chris for the human sheild technique, He said, you got em, lets gooo and we went......I toooold Prodigy I was gonna get him...
Havoc, Saigon, Prodigy and their respective entourage were on stage for Havoc's album release party at SOB's in New York when after Saigon finished performing 'C'mon Baby' he was grabbed by the shoulder and a fight ensued.
Saigon and Prodigy have exchanged words in the past so apparently there was still some tensions.
Saigon posted the following comment on his Myspace blog:
'I Finally Got Prodigy....
I know you all are seeing this YouTube video of like 25 Mobb Deep niggaz chasing me out the club...And helll fucking yeah I dipped up up out of there untouched.....
But that was after I snuffed little punk ass Prodigy...They can edit it and lie all they want but , But when you hear the nigga say 'Oh' the first time is when i rock him... right before you see my man rock him, The second time is when my man rocks him... I rocked him first, thats what makes the kid with the red hat try to get at me and got everybody hype..Why didnt they slow down that part? If you notice I punch prodigy right into my mans hands...And fuck yeah I got up outta there...Them niggaz was 30 deep and I went to their party, grab the mic, did my song and punched Prodigy in his face.. (I wasnt even on the bill to perform) This nigga told me to suck his dick so he got rocked, at his show..
I see niggas laughing cause I was running up outta that mufucka, damn right..I think the shit looks funny as hell too...And all yall talking about I wouldve stayed there and got my ribs broken and all that, ya frontiing....or ya fucking stupid..I had already rocked Prodigy, it was time to dip up outta there...Shout out to Big Chris for the human sheild technique, He said, you got em, lets gooo and we went......I toooold Prodigy I was gonna get him...
Right when they say Im supposed to be hiding under the table, You see right before my man rocks Prodigy I give him the overhand right...Thats when the guy with the red hat tries to get at me.. Thats what sent prodigy flying into my man, who rocked em again...And I never got touched at all, That fat nigga fronting at the end, ya fronting, Nobody hit me, I was grabbed from behind....Edit shit all you want to promote havoc album...P know I got him though...And dipped up outta there..smooth....hahaha... Lets get the facts straight people.......'
-> 09/20 - Jay-Z To Release New Album, 'American Gangster' in November
Jay-Z is currently in the studio working on his next album, the NY Times reports.
The album, 'American Gangster' which is inspired by the upcoming flick of the same name will be his first concept album and should drop in September.
Hov' got the idea after he was shown the film in which Denzel Washington plays the role of Frank Lucas, an early 1970s Harlem heroin kingpin.
"It immediately clicked with me. Like 'Scarface,' or any one of those films, you take the good out of it, and you can see it as an inspiring film," Jay-Z said.
The movie drops November 2 which means that the album could drop the next Tuesday, November 5.
The first single should be 'Blue Magic' produced by Pharrell Williams and should drop in the coming weeks.
Jay-Z spit a few bars from a song titled 'No Hook':
" 'Poor me, Dad was gone, finally got my Dad back, liver bad, he wouldn't live long, it snatched my Dad back.' "
Please don't compare me to other rappers. Compare me to trappers.
I'm more Frank Lucas than Ludacris. And Lude is my dude, I ain't trying to dis.
Just like Frank Lucas is cool, but I ain't tryin' to snitch.
I'm-a follow the rules, no matter how much time I'm-a get.
I'm-a live and die with the decisions that I'm-a pick.
The album, 'American Gangster' which is inspired by the upcoming flick of the same name will be his first concept album and should drop in September.
Hov' got the idea after he was shown the film in which Denzel Washington plays the role of Frank Lucas, an early 1970s Harlem heroin kingpin.
"It immediately clicked with me. Like 'Scarface,' or any one of those films, you take the good out of it, and you can see it as an inspiring film," Jay-Z said.
The movie drops November 2 which means that the album could drop the next Tuesday, November 5.
The first single should be 'Blue Magic' produced by Pharrell Williams and should drop in the coming weeks.
Jay-Z spit a few bars from a song titled 'No Hook':
" 'Poor me, Dad was gone, finally got my Dad back, liver bad, he wouldn't live long, it snatched my Dad back.' "
Please don't compare me to other rappers. Compare me to trappers.
I'm more Frank Lucas than Ludacris. And Lude is my dude, I ain't trying to dis.
Just like Frank Lucas is cool, but I ain't tryin' to snitch.
I'm-a follow the rules, no matter how much time I'm-a get.
I'm-a live and die with the decisions that I'm-a pick.
-> 09/20 - Papoose released from Jive
DJ Kay Slay says that Papoose has received his release papers from Jive Records, almost a year after signing a deal with a $1.5 million advance.
"It was like a fucking year of hell," DJ Kay Slay said. "They meant well, they believed in the project. Unfortunately we almost became victims of A&R hell. You can not put a 60-something year-old white man on a 20-something year-old black kid's project from Brooklyn and think it's going to pop. We wound up with records that we didn't want to come out."
"We're popping champagne," Kay Slay contined. "We got our release from Jive Records and we're just moving on." Kay Slay also did not say what the next move for him and Papoose was.
Kay Slay also likened being signed to Jive to being in prison before thanking Jive for trying.
"We have our wings," Kay Slay continued "We have our shackles off."
"It was like a fucking year of hell," DJ Kay Slay said. "They meant well, they believed in the project. Unfortunately we almost became victims of A&R hell. You can not put a 60-something year-old white man on a 20-something year-old black kid's project from Brooklyn and think it's going to pop. We wound up with records that we didn't want to come out."
"We're popping champagne," Kay Slay contined. "We got our release from Jive Records and we're just moving on." Kay Slay also did not say what the next move for him and Papoose was.
Kay Slay also likened being signed to Jive to being in prison before thanking Jive for trying.
"We have our wings," Kay Slay continued "We have our shackles off."
-> 09/20 - J-Hood to G-Unit?
J-Hood recently spoke to HipHopGame about his current situation and the prospects of him working with 50 Cent. "As far as the G-Unit thing, it's a strong possibility that me and him might definitely do business on some type of venture," J-Hood told HipHopGame. Check for more on J-Hood's departure from D-Block and what his next move is in our exclusive interview with him.
-> 09/20 - HHG PSA: Support Cancer Research
Join HipHopGame in supporting Omar Ellis, who is running the LaSalle Bank Chicago Marathon in October as a member of The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society's Team In Training. Ellis is attempting to raise $4000 and he has currently met about half of the goal.
You can donate here: http://www.active.com/donate/tntnyc/omarellis
Even if you can't donate, make sure you follow Omar's progress and wish him good luck.
You can donate here: http://www.active.com/donate/tntnyc/omarellis
Even if you can't donate, make sure you follow Omar's progress and wish him good luck.
-> 09/20 - Ill Bill tour info
Ill Bill remains busy with a number of projects along with an upcoming 39 city tour supporting Twiztid. The trek begins in Cleveland, Ohio on September 25 and comes to an end on November 10 in Columbus, Ohio. Bill is also putting the finishing touches on the debut album by La Coka Nostra, the new group featuring all three original members of House of Pain, Slaine, Big Left and, of course, Ill Bill.
Additionally, Ill Bill is working on collaborations with the likes of Boot Camp Clik's Sean Price, Jeru the Damaja and West Coast heavyweight Crooked I. He has also contributed production work to the upcoming Army of the Pharaohs and Special Teamz albums.
In other Ill Bill news, Ill Bill's sophomore album, The Hour of Reprisal, has been pushed back. There is currently no set release date for it.
Ill Bill Tour Dates with Twiztid
09.25.07 / Cleveland, OH / Peabody's
09.26.07 / Buffalo, NY / Infinity
09.27.07 / Pittsburgh, PA / Mr. Smalls Theatre
09.28.07 / Hartford, CT / Webster Theatre
09.30.07 / Worcester, MA /The Palladium
10.01.07 / New York, NY / B.B. King Blues Club
10.02.07 / Philadelphia, PA / The Fillmore (TLA)
10.03.07 / Sayreville, NJ / Starland Ballroom
10.05.07 / Lancaster, PA / Chameleon Club
10.06.07 / Towson, MD / The Recher Theatre
10.07.07 / Norfolk, VA / The Norva
10.08.07 / Charlotte, NC / Tremont Music Hall
10.09.07 / Atlanta, GA / The Masquerade
10.11.07 / Fort Lauderdale, FL / Culture Room
10.12.07 / Orlando, FL / The Social
10.13.07 / St. Petersburg, FL / State Theatre
10.15.07 / Houston, TX / Red Room at The Meridian
10.16.07 / Dallas, TX / Palladium Ballroom
10.17.07 / San Antonio, TX / White Rabbit
10.18.07 / Oklahoma City, OK / Diamond Ballroom
10.19.07 / Albuquerque, NM / Sunshine Theatre
10.20.07 / Tempe, AZ / Marquee
10.22.07 / Los Angeles, CA / Knitting Factory
10.23.07 / Anaheim, CA / The Grove of Anaheim
10.24.07 / Sacramento, CA / The Boardwalk
10.26.07 / Portland, OR / Hawthorne Theatre
10.27.07 / Seattle, WA / El Corazon
0.28.07 / Spokane, WA / The Big Easy Concert House
10.29.07 / Boise, ID / The Big Easy
10.30.07 / Salt Lake City, UT / In The Venue
10.31.07 / Denver, CO / Ogden Theatre
11.02.07 / Lawrence, KS / The Bottleneck
11.03.07 / Des Moines, IA / House of Bricks
11.04.07 / Minneapolis, MN / First Avenue
11.05.07 / Milwaukee, WI / The Eagles Club
11.07.07 / Sauget, IL / Pop's
11.08.07 / Mokena, IL / The Pearl Room
11.9.07 / Louisville, KY / Headliner's Music Hall
11.10.07 / Columbus, OH / Newport Music Hall
Additionally, Ill Bill is working on collaborations with the likes of Boot Camp Clik's Sean Price, Jeru the Damaja and West Coast heavyweight Crooked I. He has also contributed production work to the upcoming Army of the Pharaohs and Special Teamz albums.
In other Ill Bill news, Ill Bill's sophomore album, The Hour of Reprisal, has been pushed back. There is currently no set release date for it.
Ill Bill Tour Dates with Twiztid
09.25.07 / Cleveland, OH / Peabody's
09.26.07 / Buffalo, NY / Infinity
09.27.07 / Pittsburgh, PA / Mr. Smalls Theatre
09.28.07 / Hartford, CT / Webster Theatre
09.30.07 / Worcester, MA /The Palladium
10.01.07 / New York, NY / B.B. King Blues Club
10.02.07 / Philadelphia, PA / The Fillmore (TLA)
10.03.07 / Sayreville, NJ / Starland Ballroom
10.05.07 / Lancaster, PA / Chameleon Club
10.06.07 / Towson, MD / The Recher Theatre
10.07.07 / Norfolk, VA / The Norva
10.08.07 / Charlotte, NC / Tremont Music Hall
10.09.07 / Atlanta, GA / The Masquerade
10.11.07 / Fort Lauderdale, FL / Culture Room
10.12.07 / Orlando, FL / The Social
10.13.07 / St. Petersburg, FL / State Theatre
10.15.07 / Houston, TX / Red Room at The Meridian
10.16.07 / Dallas, TX / Palladium Ballroom
10.17.07 / San Antonio, TX / White Rabbit
10.18.07 / Oklahoma City, OK / Diamond Ballroom
10.19.07 / Albuquerque, NM / Sunshine Theatre
10.20.07 / Tempe, AZ / Marquee
10.22.07 / Los Angeles, CA / Knitting Factory
10.23.07 / Anaheim, CA / The Grove of Anaheim
10.24.07 / Sacramento, CA / The Boardwalk
10.26.07 / Portland, OR / Hawthorne Theatre
10.27.07 / Seattle, WA / El Corazon
0.28.07 / Spokane, WA / The Big Easy Concert House
10.29.07 / Boise, ID / The Big Easy
10.30.07 / Salt Lake City, UT / In The Venue
10.31.07 / Denver, CO / Ogden Theatre
11.02.07 / Lawrence, KS / The Bottleneck
11.03.07 / Des Moines, IA / House of Bricks
11.04.07 / Minneapolis, MN / First Avenue
11.05.07 / Milwaukee, WI / The Eagles Club
11.07.07 / Sauget, IL / Pop's
11.08.07 / Mokena, IL / The Pearl Room
11.9.07 / Louisville, KY / Headliner's Music Hall
11.10.07 / Columbus, OH / Newport Music Hall
-> 09/20 - Dame Dash releasing film Mr. Untouchable
Damon Dash Enterprises is releasing Mr. Untouchable, a film telling the true story of Harlem's drug-lord Nicky Barnes and his rise in the heroin game in the 1970s to his time in prison. Mr. Untouchable hits theaters October 19.
-> 09/19 - Jay-Z: 'I'm proud of 'Ye,' speaks on "I Get Money (Remix)" and who's on top in New York
Jay-Z recently spoke to Entertainment Weekly about Kanye West, 50 Cent and being on top of New York.
"It makes me proud as someone who's watched his growth from the beginning, when he came in as a hungry producer, to now he's a rock star. I'm happy for him on that level," Jay-Z said. "And I'm excited for creativity as well, because I think that's a win for that as well. You know, people mimic success. And in order to mimic that success, you have to put in a lot of work. You have to really care about the music. I was just listening to the first song [on Graduation], called 'Good Morning' [West sampled] an a capella of my song in the end, ''The Ruler's Back'' off of The Blueprint album. And I was with him last night, he was bragging about having the a capella. He's like, 'Yo, that's how I spun it, 'cause I had the a capella.' I'm like, wow. The things he cares about! That's not a big thing, but in his mind, 'I had the a capella, so I was able to put that sample in there without any drums.'"
When asked about "Big Brother" being an accurate portrayal of himself, Jay-Z responded with, "I think it's a fair portrayal from a little brother's perspective. You know, you've got your big brother and you want to go out with him, he's like, ''Nah, get back in the house!'' Things like that, until you come of age. At Roc-A-Fella, we've always lived by tough love. Everyone knows that. It's nothing given. Everyone has to work for theirs, and that's how you make strong individuals, by not carrying them. That's how you make a Kanye West. You make him fight for his position."
Hov also mentioned that Kanye exceeded his expectations for the sales of Graduation, that 75 different mixes of "Stronger" exist and that he was supposed to be featured on "Barry Bonds" but that it was "late in the day, so I didn't get to do it." Jay also mentioned that he did the remix for "I Get Money" to show that he wasn't enemies with 50 Cent but noted that the remix came out on September 17 so as not to affect first-week sales.
Entertainment Weekly also asked Jay about being on top of New York, to which Jay responded, "When I'm in artist mode, why wouldn't New York be mine, right? It certainly is."
"It makes me proud as someone who's watched his growth from the beginning, when he came in as a hungry producer, to now he's a rock star. I'm happy for him on that level," Jay-Z said. "And I'm excited for creativity as well, because I think that's a win for that as well. You know, people mimic success. And in order to mimic that success, you have to put in a lot of work. You have to really care about the music. I was just listening to the first song [on Graduation], called 'Good Morning' [West sampled] an a capella of my song in the end, ''The Ruler's Back'' off of The Blueprint album. And I was with him last night, he was bragging about having the a capella. He's like, 'Yo, that's how I spun it, 'cause I had the a capella.' I'm like, wow. The things he cares about! That's not a big thing, but in his mind, 'I had the a capella, so I was able to put that sample in there without any drums.'"
When asked about "Big Brother" being an accurate portrayal of himself, Jay-Z responded with, "I think it's a fair portrayal from a little brother's perspective. You know, you've got your big brother and you want to go out with him, he's like, ''Nah, get back in the house!'' Things like that, until you come of age. At Roc-A-Fella, we've always lived by tough love. Everyone knows that. It's nothing given. Everyone has to work for theirs, and that's how you make strong individuals, by not carrying them. That's how you make a Kanye West. You make him fight for his position."
Hov also mentioned that Kanye exceeded his expectations for the sales of Graduation, that 75 different mixes of "Stronger" exist and that he was supposed to be featured on "Barry Bonds" but that it was "late in the day, so I didn't get to do it." Jay also mentioned that he did the remix for "I Get Money" to show that he wasn't enemies with 50 Cent but noted that the remix came out on September 17 so as not to affect first-week sales.
Entertainment Weekly also asked Jay about being on top of New York, to which Jay responded, "When I'm in artist mode, why wouldn't New York be mine, right? It certainly is."
-> 09/19 - Scratch releasing final issue
Scratch magazine is officially folding. The DJ/producer-centered magazine which featured in-depth interviews and articles on well-known and up-and-coming artists alike is closing its doors after their issue No. 20 drops at the end of September. The final issue features 50 Cent and Timbaland on the cover.
-> 09/19 - Kanye Moves Close To 1 Million Units, Crushes 50 Cent
Last week was the biggest one in 2 years as far as album sales.
According to Nielsen's Soundscan, Kanye West moved 957,000 units while 50 Cent sold 691,000.
Kanye West's new album ranks 15th among all sales weeks since Nielsen SoundScan began tracking in 1991.
Kanye's 'Graduation' also broke records as it was (legally) downloaded 133,000 times, Curtis was downloaded 58,000 times.
According to Nielsen's Soundscan, Kanye West moved 957,000 units while 50 Cent sold 691,000.
Kanye West's new album ranks 15th among all sales weeks since Nielsen SoundScan began tracking in 1991.
Kanye's 'Graduation' also broke records as it was (legally) downloaded 133,000 times, Curtis was downloaded 58,000 times.
-> 09/18 - Fat Joe releasing new album The Elephant in the Room, staying independent with Imperial Records
Imperial Records, a division of Capitol Music Group and Terror Squad Entertainment have signed a new deal to distribute Fat Joe's next album, The Elephant in the Room, which is slated for an early 2008 release.
"Working with Imperial is one of the greatest moves I ever made in my life!" Fat Joe said. "I never made as much money in my career as I have since I went independent. The Elephant in the Room is guaranteed to be a classic."
"Fat Joe is in a zone on this album, which is now his eighth solo work and I think it's his strongest to date," Neil Levine, Senior VP/GM of Imperial said. "It's truly amazing to be working with an artist that's getting better and better over time. He's never sounded more confident. I'm extremely pleased to be working with Joe once again and we're getting ready to do big things!"
Fat Joe's new release is the follow-up Me, Myself and I, which featured the double-platinum single "Make It Rain."
Fat Joe's The Elephant in the Room will feature production from Scott Storch, Cool and Dre, DJ Khaled, Danjahandz and the Runners and will feature guest appearances by P. Diddy, Rick Ross, Fabolous and more.
"Working with Imperial is one of the greatest moves I ever made in my life!" Fat Joe said. "I never made as much money in my career as I have since I went independent. The Elephant in the Room is guaranteed to be a classic."
"Fat Joe is in a zone on this album, which is now his eighth solo work and I think it's his strongest to date," Neil Levine, Senior VP/GM of Imperial said. "It's truly amazing to be working with an artist that's getting better and better over time. He's never sounded more confident. I'm extremely pleased to be working with Joe once again and we're getting ready to do big things!"
Fat Joe's new release is the follow-up Me, Myself and I, which featured the double-platinum single "Make It Rain."
Fat Joe's The Elephant in the Room will feature production from Scott Storch, Cool and Dre, DJ Khaled, Danjahandz and the Runners and will feature guest appearances by P. Diddy, Rick Ross, Fabolous and more.
-> 09/18 - Nas to Bill O'Reilly: 'Come to QB!'
Nas recently spoke to MTV about a variety of topics, from the 50 and Kanye hoopla to the n-word controversy to Bill O'Reilly. Check out what Nasty Nas had to say about Ol' Bill:
"Whenever he wants a debate, I'll go through it. I know Bill O'Reilly's test scores. I know what he did, what he's trying to be ... I'm a psycho. I'm an American psycho. [Addressing O'Reilly:] "Come to Queensbridge, [record your show] out there. Come to Jamaica, Queens [New York]. Do a show in Red Hook [Brooklyn, New York]." ... I ain't got no time to talk to a uncivilized savage. This man will go through all kinds of extremes for publicity. I will tell him I'm an American psycho, I'm his worst nightmare. "They Shootin' " is just the beginning.
I don't downplay nothing, that's who I am. When he wants to come holla at me, be ready for Hannibal Lecter. He don't deserve an intelligent explanation. I'll bite his nose off! He wants to talk to me like a animal? I will be but only to him. With everybody else I'll be a gentleman, including his wife. That's right I'm crazy. That's how we should be to him. He isn't here to help us, and we don't need his help.
If Arnold Schwarzenegger comes to VA Tech, he's gonna come dressed like the Terminator? [O'Reilly] would never say that about Arnold Schwarzenegger. But he'll say that to me because he's ignorant."
Does Nas have another "Ether" in him? We'll have to wait and see.
"Whenever he wants a debate, I'll go through it. I know Bill O'Reilly's test scores. I know what he did, what he's trying to be ... I'm a psycho. I'm an American psycho. [Addressing O'Reilly:] "Come to Queensbridge, [record your show] out there. Come to Jamaica, Queens [New York]. Do a show in Red Hook [Brooklyn, New York]." ... I ain't got no time to talk to a uncivilized savage. This man will go through all kinds of extremes for publicity. I will tell him I'm an American psycho, I'm his worst nightmare. "They Shootin' " is just the beginning.
I don't downplay nothing, that's who I am. When he wants to come holla at me, be ready for Hannibal Lecter. He don't deserve an intelligent explanation. I'll bite his nose off! He wants to talk to me like a animal? I will be but only to him. With everybody else I'll be a gentleman, including his wife. That's right I'm crazy. That's how we should be to him. He isn't here to help us, and we don't need his help.
If Arnold Schwarzenegger comes to VA Tech, he's gonna come dressed like the Terminator? [O'Reilly] would never say that about Arnold Schwarzenegger. But he'll say that to me because he's ignorant."
Does Nas have another "Ether" in him? We'll have to wait and see.
-> 09/18 - Jay-Z Talks Kanye Sales, Billion Dollar Remix
In an interview with Entertainment Weekly, Jay-Z talked about the battle of the sales between Kanye West and 50 Cent as well as the remix to 50 Cent's 'I Get Money.'
On why he thinks Kanye sold more copies on his first week:
'It's pretty much how much he cares about it. It's not done for any other reason but to be the best music out at that specific time. You know, at times you could hear [other] people's music, and you hear, ''Okay, that's your girl single, that's the thug single, that's the...'' No, it's none of that. Every single song he makes, he makes because he thinks it's the best record at that specific time.'
On how the 'Billion Dollar Remix' to 'I Get Money' came about:
'I just wanted to show that we're not enemies. It's a great story for this, you're the first person to ask, so you got great timing! [50 Cent] called me to ask for the remix, and I told him he couldn't put the remix out until the first week came. I didn't want it to affect any type of numbers. [Laughs] So as you see, it came out the 17th, when the SoundScan cycle is finished. So just to show, I'm still competing! We're not enemies, we're just competing.'
On why he didn't do a feature on Kanye's album:
'Well, I was going to do ''Barry Bonds,'' but it was late in the day, so I didn't get to do it.'
On why he thinks Kanye sold more copies on his first week:
'It's pretty much how much he cares about it. It's not done for any other reason but to be the best music out at that specific time. You know, at times you could hear [other] people's music, and you hear, ''Okay, that's your girl single, that's the thug single, that's the...'' No, it's none of that. Every single song he makes, he makes because he thinks it's the best record at that specific time.'
On how the 'Billion Dollar Remix' to 'I Get Money' came about:
'I just wanted to show that we're not enemies. It's a great story for this, you're the first person to ask, so you got great timing! [50 Cent] called me to ask for the remix, and I told him he couldn't put the remix out until the first week came. I didn't want it to affect any type of numbers. [Laughs] So as you see, it came out the 17th, when the SoundScan cycle is finished. So just to show, I'm still competing! We're not enemies, we're just competing.'
On why he didn't do a feature on Kanye's album:
'Well, I was going to do ''Barry Bonds,'' but it was late in the day, so I didn't get to do it.'
-> 09/18 - J-Hood Shows No Respect for D-Block, Appears on Stage with G-Unit
Former D-Block affiliate J-Hood just posted the following video on Youtube, taking shots at the Lox and showing his appearance on stage with the whole G-Unit.
J-Hood shows he still has his D-Block chain but in the video he walks it like a dog.
Is 50 Cent trying to recruit all the defected members of the crews he has beef with?
A few days ago J-Hood released a song called 'Who I'ma Sign To?,' you can listen to it in audio section of HipHopGame.com.
J-Hood shows he still has his D-Block chain but in the video he walks it like a dog.
Is 50 Cent trying to recruit all the defected members of the crews he has beef with?
A few days ago J-Hood released a song called 'Who I'ma Sign To?,' you can listen to it in audio section of HipHopGame.com.
-> 09/18 - 50 Cent: 'Def Jam's rigging the sales!'
On the same day that 50 Cent released his "I Get Money (Remix)" featuring the president of Def Jam, the G-Unit boss reportedly called out Def Jam as he accused them of fixing the sales on Kanye West's Graduation.
According to Uncut magazine, 50 Cent said, "He's never had a fraction of the sales 50 Cent has. They could have one scan and have it count four times. West's entire career hasn't sold half what I sold on my first album."
According to Uncut magazine, 50 Cent said, "He's never had a fraction of the sales 50 Cent has. They could have one scan and have it count four times. West's entire career hasn't sold half what I sold on my first album."
-> 09/18 - Ill Bill's new album The Hour Of Reprisal pushed back
Ill Bill regretfully announces that his forthcoming sophomore effort, The Hour of Reprisal, has been pushed back until early 2008. The hour-long album, which is to be accompanied by a full-length DVD of Ill Bill live at the legendary CBGB, features guest appearances by the likes of Raekwon the Chef, B-Real, Immortal Technique, Tech N9ne and Necro as well as members of the Bad Brains, Killswitch Engage, La Coka Nostra, Jedi Mind Tricks and Sepultura/Soulfly. Tracks for the set were composed by Muggs, DJ Premier, Lethal, Necro, T-ray, Cynic and Sicknature along with a majority of the production coming courtesy of Ill Bill himself.
"I am extremely proud of this album," Ill Bill said. "It is the most personal music I've ever made. This record is an uncompromising snapshot of my entire life and the world around me at this very moment."
Originally scheduled for release on September 11 via Ill Bill's own Uncle Howie Records in cooperation with Perfect Game Recording Co./Warner Music Group, The Hour of Reprisal did not hit the stores as scheduled due to WMG's decision to discontinue the Perfect Game label. However, Ill Bill and former Perfect Game general manager Howie Abrams have joined forces to find an appropriate home for the album. They are currently in discussions with a number of interested parties and plan to announce a new release date within the next few weeks.
Additionally, Ill Bill is working on collaborations with the likes of Boot Camp Clik's Sean Price, Jeru the Damaja and West Coast heavyweight Crooked I. He has also contributed production work to the upcoming Army of the Pharaohs and Special Teamz albums.
"I am extremely proud of this album," Ill Bill said. "It is the most personal music I've ever made. This record is an uncompromising snapshot of my entire life and the world around me at this very moment."
Originally scheduled for release on September 11 via Ill Bill's own Uncle Howie Records in cooperation with Perfect Game Recording Co./Warner Music Group, The Hour of Reprisal did not hit the stores as scheduled due to WMG's decision to discontinue the Perfect Game label. However, Ill Bill and former Perfect Game general manager Howie Abrams have joined forces to find an appropriate home for the album. They are currently in discussions with a number of interested parties and plan to announce a new release date within the next few weeks.
Additionally, Ill Bill is working on collaborations with the likes of Boot Camp Clik's Sean Price, Jeru the Damaja and West Coast heavyweight Crooked I. He has also contributed production work to the upcoming Army of the Pharaohs and Special Teamz albums.
-> 09/18 - Hell Rell dropping debut album For The Hell Of It dropping September 25
After blazing countless mixtapes and guest appearances, Hell Rell is finally dropping his debut album For The Hell Of It on September 25 through Koch Records.
When asked about For The Hell Of It, Hell Rell says, "Dipset is back. We back at it like a crack addict. 'Showoff' will get it started!"
"Showoff" is the single Ruger Rell is pushing now. He has also shot a video for "I Ain't Playin' Wit Cha."
When asked about For The Hell Of It, Hell Rell says, "Dipset is back. We back at it like a crack addict. 'Showoff' will get it started!"
"Showoff" is the single Ruger Rell is pushing now. He has also shot a video for "I Ain't Playin' Wit Cha."
-> 09/17 - Marc Ecko buys Barry Bonds' record-setting 756th homerun ball
Hip-hop mogul Marc Ecko was the unidentified buyer who purchased Barry Bonds' record-setting 756th homerun ball last week. Ecko paid $752,467 at Sotheby's/SCP auctions for the ball. Ecko is going to give fans the chance to decide the ball's fate by establishing a website, http://vote756.com, where fans can vote to have the ball placed in the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, NY, permanently brand the ball with an asterisk before placing the ball in the Baseball Hall of Fame or put the ball on a rocket ship and launch it into space.
-> 09/17 - Cam'ron to Speak this Week?
Cam'ron probably has a lot to say and he should address a lot of issues this week on BET's 106 & Park.
No word yet on which day of the week he will appear but we'll keep you posted.
Last week Jim Jones joined 50 Cent during Rap City and hinted that Curtis offered a lot of money for a deal.
Then later that week, Juelz Santana and Jim Jones both appear on stage with the G-Unit camp.
No word yet on which day of the week he will appear but we'll keep you posted.
Last week Jim Jones joined 50 Cent during Rap City and hinted that Curtis offered a lot of money for a deal.
Then later that week, Juelz Santana and Jim Jones both appear on stage with the G-Unit camp.
-> 09/17 - Remy Martin and J-Hood rock with 50 Cent
Although Kanye may have won the battle of first-week sales, 50 is showing that he has a few tricks up his sleeve, as he performed in the Bronx last night on his five-borough tour and brought out surprise guests Remy Martin and J-Hood, who were affiliated with Fat Joe and D-Block, respectively, before cutting ties and going solo.
-> 09/17 - Dwight Schrute outraps Kanye West at the Emmys
Dwight Schrute, assistant to the regional manager at Dunder Mifflin, a small paper company located in Scranton, PA outperformed platinum MC Kanye West at last night's Emmy Awards.
Schrute (real name Rainn Wilson) and Kanye West were presenting an award together, but before they could name the honorees, Wayne Brady forced them into a rap battle. Schrute prevailed over Kanye when Kanye mispronounced his own lyrics to "Stronger," as he said, "That's how long I've been on you" when he really should have said, "That's how long I've been on ya." Schrute knew the difference, hence he emerged as the victor.
After he was proclaimed the winner, he then asked, to no one in particular, to be his black Kate Moss for the night. Unfortunately, there were no takers for the hard-working assistant to the regional manager.
In related news, the season premiere to The Office is a one-hour episode airing on September 27 on NBC.
Schrute (real name Rainn Wilson) and Kanye West were presenting an award together, but before they could name the honorees, Wayne Brady forced them into a rap battle. Schrute prevailed over Kanye when Kanye mispronounced his own lyrics to "Stronger," as he said, "That's how long I've been on you" when he really should have said, "That's how long I've been on ya." Schrute knew the difference, hence he emerged as the victor.
After he was proclaimed the winner, he then asked, to no one in particular, to be his black Kate Moss for the night. Unfortunately, there were no takers for the hard-working assistant to the regional manager.
In related news, the season premiere to The Office is a one-hour episode airing on September 27 on NBC.
-> 09/17 - 50 Cent: 'I'm not retiring if Kanye outsells me'
50 Cent appeared on The Jim Rome Show on Friday to discuss Curtis and his future in the hip-hop game.
When asked if he would retire, 50 Cent answered, "I know what to say when I get into a situation to generate interest in the public. Kanye West has never said anything disrespectful to me and he's never expressed any discomfort to the success that I've had. Kanye West's project has generated more interest than anything that he's done in the past and that's cool. That means he moves up. That doesn't mean that 50 Cent is done. I said that to create the actual event because he wasn't going to say anything to make it '50 Cent versus Kanye West.' This is the one quote that I've been asked by anyone that I've had a conversation with because that made the situation interesting."
50 Cent also said that Kanye West wouldn't outsell him internationally because he has done more groundwork in other countries. "There are countries that ain't even acknowledging Kanye West's release right now that I've been in and selling way more records than him," he said. "So right now in the U.S., if the United States decides that they want to vote for who feels like an underdog in this space, then that's Kanye West, considering the success I've had in my last projects. I've sold over 21 million records and this is just my third album."
When 50 was asked about Kanye's tantrum at MTV's Video Music Awards, he said, "He felt like that was a deal in exchange for his performance and for loaning himself for the show that he would receive that but that's not how it works. Look, my last album, [I was] ASCAP Writer of the Year. 2003, ACAP Writer of the Year [and in] 2005. In 2007, I predict that I will be ASCAP Writer of the Year again. Those awards mean something to me because it's based on the actual performance of the music. The trophies that people receive based on their peers acknowledging them or the actual Grammy committee voting, I don't receive those things because I write about the harsh realities. And because I've been able to be successful without compromising myself, I'm not willing to do that at this point."
50 Cent added that he had nothing personal against Kanye West and talked about his next album, Before I Self Destruct. 50 told Van Smack the album is 80% done. Before I Self Destruct is 50's last obligation to Aftermath/Shady and after that, 50 said if he was going to make music, it was going to happen "organically."
When asked if he would retire, 50 Cent answered, "I know what to say when I get into a situation to generate interest in the public. Kanye West has never said anything disrespectful to me and he's never expressed any discomfort to the success that I've had. Kanye West's project has generated more interest than anything that he's done in the past and that's cool. That means he moves up. That doesn't mean that 50 Cent is done. I said that to create the actual event because he wasn't going to say anything to make it '50 Cent versus Kanye West.' This is the one quote that I've been asked by anyone that I've had a conversation with because that made the situation interesting."
50 Cent also said that Kanye West wouldn't outsell him internationally because he has done more groundwork in other countries. "There are countries that ain't even acknowledging Kanye West's release right now that I've been in and selling way more records than him," he said. "So right now in the U.S., if the United States decides that they want to vote for who feels like an underdog in this space, then that's Kanye West, considering the success I've had in my last projects. I've sold over 21 million records and this is just my third album."
When 50 was asked about Kanye's tantrum at MTV's Video Music Awards, he said, "He felt like that was a deal in exchange for his performance and for loaning himself for the show that he would receive that but that's not how it works. Look, my last album, [I was] ASCAP Writer of the Year. 2003, ACAP Writer of the Year [and in] 2005. In 2007, I predict that I will be ASCAP Writer of the Year again. Those awards mean something to me because it's based on the actual performance of the music. The trophies that people receive based on their peers acknowledging them or the actual Grammy committee voting, I don't receive those things because I write about the harsh realities. And because I've been able to be successful without compromising myself, I'm not willing to do that at this point."
50 Cent added that he had nothing personal against Kanye West and talked about his next album, Before I Self Destruct. 50 told Van Smack the album is 80% done. Before I Self Destruct is 50's last obligation to Aftermath/Shady and after that, 50 said if he was going to make music, it was going to happen "organically."
-> 09/17 - Joell Ortiz dropping mixtape with Statik Selektah and Green Lantern
Joell Ortiz, fresh off his success of The Brick, is going to be releasing a new mixtape in October with Statik Selektah and Green Lantern before his Aftermath debut hits stores, which is currently in the works.
"It's out of this world," Statik Selektah told HipHopGame. "Shit is really, really, really dope."
The mixtape features appearances from Sheek, Kool G. Rap, Fat Joe, Nate Dogg and others. Statik Selektah produced eight tracks while Green Lantern and Scott Storch also lent their production skills.
"It's out of this world," Statik Selektah told HipHopGame. "Shit is really, really, really dope."
The mixtape features appearances from Sheek, Kool G. Rap, Fat Joe, Nate Dogg and others. Statik Selektah produced eight tracks while Green Lantern and Scott Storch also lent their production skills.
-> 09/17 - Rick Ross and group Triple C releasing The Black Flag Prequel
In anticipation of their debut full-length release, Black Flag, Rick Ross's group Triple C are releasing The Black Flag Prequel on October 9 through Millionaire Music/Poe Boy Entertainment. The album features 18 tracks and is described by Ross as something that gives you that "raw, gritty, down-South feeling."
The trio, also known as Carol City Cartel, is comprised of Ross, Torch and Gun Play. Together, they bring the Miami sound in full effect and explore several different avenues with their music. There is no release date yet for the group's Black Flag album.
Tracklisting:
01. Intro
02. Clean Money
03. Career Criminal Rick Ross
04. Shades On
05. Keep Stuntin' (Prod. by Kane Beatz)
06. Come See Me
07. Smoke Break Interlude
08. Mind Playing Tricks On Me feat. P-Nut
09. M.I. YAYO
10. Mug Shot
11. Where You From (Prod. by J Rock)
12. Stuntin'
13. I Ain't The One Gunplay
14. Got It Made
15. Make A Move Torch
16. Projects
17. Fed Ex feat. Brisco and Flo Rida
18. Outro
The trio, also known as Carol City Cartel, is comprised of Ross, Torch and Gun Play. Together, they bring the Miami sound in full effect and explore several different avenues with their music. There is no release date yet for the group's Black Flag album.
Tracklisting:
01. Intro
02. Clean Money
03. Career Criminal Rick Ross
04. Shades On
05. Keep Stuntin' (Prod. by Kane Beatz)
06. Come See Me
07. Smoke Break Interlude
08. Mind Playing Tricks On Me feat. P-Nut
09. M.I. YAYO
10. Mug Shot
11. Where You From (Prod. by J Rock)
12. Stuntin'
13. I Ain't The One Gunplay
14. Got It Made
15. Make A Move Torch
16. Projects
17. Fed Ex feat. Brisco and Flo Rida
18. Outro
-> 09/17 - Ghostface Killah headlining Adult Swim Tour
Ghostface Killah and the Dungeon Family's Witchdoctor will be hitting the road in October for a 12-campus tour for Cartoon Network's Adult Swim Tour.
In other Witchdoctor news, his new album Diary of an American Witchdoctor will be released on October 23 on Adult Swim's Williams Street record label.
Tour schedule for Ghostface Killah and Witchdoctor's Adult Swim's Hip Hop Tour:
10/01/07: State University of New York, Albany, N.Y.
10/03/07: University of New Hampshire, Durham, N.H.
10/05/07: Rutgers University, New Brunswick, N.J.
10/06/07: Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, Va.
10/07/07: University of Maryland, College Park, Md.
10/09/07: American University, Washington, DC
10/10/07: Georgia Tech, Atlanta, Ga.
10/11/07: University of Central Florida, Orlando, Fla.
10/14/07: University of Oklahoma, Norman, Okla.
10/16/07: UCLA, Los Angeles, Calif.
10/17/07: Arizona State University, Tempe, Ariz.
10/19/07: University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, N.M.
In other Witchdoctor news, his new album Diary of an American Witchdoctor will be released on October 23 on Adult Swim's Williams Street record label.
Tour schedule for Ghostface Killah and Witchdoctor's Adult Swim's Hip Hop Tour:
10/01/07: State University of New York, Albany, N.Y.
10/03/07: University of New Hampshire, Durham, N.H.
10/05/07: Rutgers University, New Brunswick, N.J.
10/06/07: Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, Va.
10/07/07: University of Maryland, College Park, Md.
10/09/07: American University, Washington, DC
10/10/07: Georgia Tech, Atlanta, Ga.
10/11/07: University of Central Florida, Orlando, Fla.
10/14/07: University of Oklahoma, Norman, Okla.
10/16/07: UCLA, Los Angeles, Calif.
10/17/07: Arizona State University, Tempe, Ariz.
10/19/07: University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, N.M.
-> 09/17 - Jim Jones "I haven't seen Cam in a year"
Jim Jones was recently on the radio saying that he wasn't concerned about Cam'ron's feelings over his hanging out with 50 Cent. Jim Jones also said that he hasn't seen Cam'ron in over a year. More on this situation as it develops.
-> 09/14 - Chamillionaire and Slick Rick linking up with David Letterman
Chamillionaire and Slick Rick will be performing "Hip-Hop Police" tonight on The Late Show with David Letterman. The show airs at 11:30 pm on CBS. Chamillionaire will also be featured on MTV's Total Request Live on Tuesday, September 18 and BET's 106 & Park on Wednesday, September 19.
-> 09/14 - Kanye outsells 50 on first day
Soundscan is reporting that Kanye West sold around 437,000 copies of Graduation on Tuesday, September 11 while 50 Cent's Curtis sold around 310,000.
-> 09/14 - Rob Swift and DJ Eclipse DJing on ESPN tonight
Rob Swift and DJ Eclipse will be appearing on ESPN tonight to kick off the New York Yankees/Boston Red Sox series. The duo was approached by ESPN to do the intro to the series. Rob Swift represents New York and DJ Eclipse represents Boston as the duo scratches the voices of announcers making historical calls from the legendary Red Sox/Yankees series.
Rob Swift recommends that you tune in early to see the performance. The game is scheduled to start at 7 pm est and the video is scheduled to be played at 6:58 pm est.
Rob Swift recommends that you tune in early to see the performance. The game is scheduled to start at 7 pm est and the video is scheduled to be played at 6:58 pm est.
-> 09/14 - Hell Razah teams up with production duo Blue Sky Black Death to release album Razah's Ladder
Hell Razah has teamed up with production duo Blue Sky Black Death to release a collaboration album titled Razah's Ladder, scheduled for release on October 23 on Babygrande.
This is Hell Razah's first project since his debut album Renaissance Child was released in January of this year. Blue Sky Black Death's last project was a collaboration effort with Wu-Tang affiliate Holocaust titled Blue Sky Black Death Presents: The Holocaust.
Razah's Ladder features appearances by Ill Bill, Sabac Red, Crooked I, Prodigal Sunn and more.
This is Hell Razah's first project since his debut album Renaissance Child was released in January of this year. Blue Sky Black Death's last project was a collaboration effort with Wu-Tang affiliate Holocaust titled Blue Sky Black Death Presents: The Holocaust.
Razah's Ladder features appearances by Ill Bill, Sabac Red, Crooked I, Prodigal Sunn and more.
-> 09/14 - Bone Crusher making appearance on Iron Chef America
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