Hip-Hop: From Soundtrack of The Streets To the Soundtrack of Today’s Bourgeoisie

14 apr 2012, 20:29

The word "luxury rap" is a fairly new term, which can be attributed to today's rap songs landing on Billboard's top 10 hits. The voice of hip-hop that spoke to the downtrodden youth of America is now missing and does nothing to support social justice. I, might argue its more about the measure of one's wealth and material gain. Continue reading →

MIXTAPE: Sex Love & Hip Hop (Hosted By DJ Drama)

14 apr 2012, 12:51

Verse Simmonds drops the DJ Drama hosted mixtape, Sex, Love and Hip-Hop. The mixtape is filled with features from Snoop Dogg, Natasha Mosley, Akon and more. Continue reading →

Video: Kwame’s Life (Episode 1 & 2)

14 apr 2012, 12:00

If you're a true hip-hop head from back in the days you are well aware of Rapper Kwame, who is known for starting the poka dot craze in hip-hop. That was until Biggie destroyed his sense of fashion with that one line: “Your style is played out like Kwame and them f*cking polka dots,” Continue reading →

Michelle Obama Responds To Beyonce’s Letter on Twitter!

14 apr 2012, 11:21

A few days ago, Beyonce penned a touch letter to the First Lady praising her mothering skills. In true First Lady fashion, Michelle Obama acknowledge Bey's kinds words and returned the favor via twitter. Continue reading →

MIXTAPE: Elle Varner – Conversational Lush

14 apr 2012, 10:50

I first became aware of the sultry singer/songwriter Elle Verner when a drinking partner introduced me to her intoxicating song, 'Refill' (pun intended). Days later, I've privy to listen to her mixtape "Conversational Lust". Continue reading →

Video: Something From Nothing: The Art of Rap Official (Trailer)

14 apr 2012, 10:14

SOMETHING FROM NOTHING: THE ART OF RAP is a feature length performance documentary film about the runaway juggernaut that is Rap music. At the wheel of this unstoppable beast is the film’s director and interviewer Ice-T. Ice-T takes us on a deeply personal journey to uncover how this music of the street has grown to dominate the world. Continue reading →

Frank Ocean Performs At Coachella 2012 (Full Set)

14 apr 2012, 09:59

The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Annual Festival in Indio, CaliforniaThe Coachella Valley Music and Arts Annual Festival in Indio, California was the place to be last night. Def Jam recording artist, Frank Ocean performed several of his hit records such as ‘Novacane’, ‘Voodoo’, ‘Whip Appeal’, ‘Swim Good’ and ‘Thing About You’ to name a few. Continue reading →

New Music: Snoop Dogg – ‘Breathe It In’

14 apr 2012, 02:46

This is one is the soundtrack to 4.20. I want all you stoners to take a pull, breathe in and then breath out with Snoop Dogg. Continue reading →

‘Intruder’ Arrested For Sneaking Into Diddy’s Hamptons Mansion

13 apr 2012, 19:36

A derange man broke in rap mogul Diddy's home and was arrested by the Suffolk County Sheriff's Office. According to the NY Post, Quamine Taylor, 30, of Jamaica, Queens raided the fridge, tried on some of Diddy's Sean John attire and began consuming his cache of Ciroc liquor before getting caught. Continue reading →

Comedian Kevin Hart’s Estranged Wife Attempts To Assault His Attorney In Court!

13 apr 2012, 19:11

As if things could not get any worse for Kevin Hart's ex-wife Torrei who was in a bitter custody battle with her ex-husband. According to RadarOnLine, Torrei attempted to assault his attorney Debra Opri during a hearing for their divorce proceedings in Los Angeles Wednesday afternoon. Continue reading →