I’m not sure is this is the right candidate for it or not, but Kevin McCall really is one hit away from being on the front lines as an artist.
Not sure where this song is going, by the way…
Lloyd Banks Announces New Mixtapes
Lloyd Banks doesn’t seem like he’s taking this year off. Earlier, he took to Twitter to announce his new mixtape series with DJ Drama. No date set yet, but expect it soon.
The A.O.N (all or nothin) series coming soon!! Bank$ Drama! Volume 1..F.N.O (Failure’s No Option)
Dice Raw Feat. Raheem DeVaughn – Somebody Loves You (Video)
Dice Raw features Raheem DeVaughn in this new track from his upcoming mixtape soon to drop in 2013. Aisha Thalia stars in the video.
2 Chainz Performs At The Fillmore (Silver Spring, MD)
DMV’s The Move captured some good footage of the riot that was 2 Chainz at the Fillmore in Silver Spring. More below…on an unrelated note, 2 Chainz is really gaining on Drake for most hilarious outfits.
Paper Pabs (@pabbywabby) – 2013 Freestyle (Video)
Something to get the roads hype for the forthcoming The Man, The Myth, due 1st March (preorder here).
JayEye (@JayEyeNSB) Vs. Eyez (@Eyez_UK) – Send Before The War (Whos Da Boss)
Whos Da Bos has been putting together some pre-clash battles….in these two, Jay Eye goes up against Eyez in their ‘Send Before The War’ vids.
The Game – VIBE Interview
A very informative interview from The Game courtesy of VIBE TV. Of the many topics discussed, the most interesting is probably his take on Dr. Dre’s Detox (he doesn’t think we’ll ever see the album and even compared it to Jesus).
Hudson Mohawke (@HudMo) Signs To Kanye West’s G.O.O.D. Music
Looks like Ye is expanding his roster, as Glasgow producer Hudson Mohawke has signed on to the label alongside Hit-Boy (and other producers I’m probably not aware of):
I haven't left Warp, will continue to release music with Warp. I have signed with G.O.O.D./Kanye as a producer.
— hudson mohawke (@HudMo) January 19, 2013
Ace Hood – Fuck The World (Video)
Ace Hood shows his political side, which certainly raises his talent in my book.
Business Partner Threatens To Sue Russell Simmons & Reverend Run Over Pastries
From TMZ:
Lawyers for Rasheed Young — President of Run Athletics — sent Russell and Rev. Run a letter back in November, accusing the brothers of secretly funneling millions in revenue from their Pastry brand of footwear … into a company that Rasheed isn’t a part of.
Rasheed claims Pastry has raked in tens of millions in sales — and so far, he hasn’t seen a penny of it.
Sources close to Rasheed tell TMZ, Russell and Rev. Run have been stonewalling him ever since he sent the letter — refusing to respond to Rasheed’s demands — so now he’s cranking up the legal heat.
Rasheed’s demanding the Simmons brothers fix the screwed-up business structure ASAP … and pay him his share of the shoe profits. If they don’t, Rasheed says he’ll sue.
Calls to Russell and Rev. Run’s people haven’t been returned.
Rick Ross – Pirates (Video)
Rick Ross drops his latest visual from God Forgives, I Don’t, milking his last bit of revenue before he turns his full attention to his upcoming album.
Common – The Morning Riot Interview; Gives Advice To Chief Keef
Common called into Tony Sculfield’s show to speak on his much talked about film LUV….he also had some words of support for Chief Keef, whose recent troubles threaten his career:
“Right now it’s about making choices…am I gonna go do this, which is gonna turn out to be good for me and I can get all of the things I want in life if I make these good choices…or let my influences be like well I’ma do this and get in some trouble and not think about the consequences.”
“I hope he continues to grow and gets his lessons…I’m here to support him.”
Chief Keef – Power 92.1 Interview; Speaks On 50 Cent, Young Jeezy & More
Done prior to his arrest and sentencing. Chief Keef gives the most retarded interviews….but even with the standard responses, this one is probably the most revealing…
Chief Keef exclusive interview with Power 92.1 about his new album “Finally Rich” dropping on December 18. He discusses, Kayne, Young Jeezy, 50 cent, Rhianna, Kim Kardashian, Soulja Boy and artist he wants to work with in the future.
Did Vado Sign To DJ Khaled’s ‘We The Best’?
Wait….wut? Seriously….I saw this tweet on D-Dot Omen‘s website…
Looks like I’m taking my talents 2 South Beach #WTB
— V.A.D.O (@VADO_MH) January 20, 2013
Only to find that it’s been deleted and replaced with this:
Dats crazy smhL
— V.A.D.O (@VADO_MH) January 20, 2013
So what’s really going on? For the record, the move might actually be a good look for him (potentially).
SafOne (@SafOneStayFresh) – Show Man About Grime (Video)
Taken from the mixtape Saf Done Dis available 3rd March.
Donae’o (@Donaeo) – @UrbanFlash Interview
Donae’o link up with Urban Flash for a pretty dope interview.
The Stage: Devlin (@DevlinOfficial @LinkUpTV)
In episode 1 of Link Up TV’s brand new series, they catch up with the one and only Devlin while he was on tour.
Chief Keef: From Rags To Riches Documentary [Part 1]
Chicago director DGainz is releasing a short-form documentary on Keef entitled From Rags To Riches. Gainz has literally been down with Keef since day one, and has endless footage of the young rapper’s journey . Check the first installment above.
Behind The Scenes: Meatchi (@Meatchi_Sb) – E.Street Bangaz
Meatchi celebrated his birthday last Tuesday with a new mixtape and he shot a video for a record off his mixtape , Free Crack. If you havent done so, make sure you download it now.
Dipset Announce 10 Year Anniversary Show
CyHi The Prynce x 2 Chainz, B.o.B. & Travis Porter – ‘A-Town (Remix)’
CyHi goes in the studio with a few of his friends from the ‘A-Town’ for the remix. I’m sure this will appear on his mixtape, ‘Ivy League: Kick Back’, set to drop on January 29th.
Macklemore & Ryan Lewis Perform ‘Thrift Shop’ On Ellen
It’s the song that’s blasting on every radio across the country. Check out Macklemore & Ryan Lewis’ amazing performance of “Thrift Shop.”