Common ft. Pharrell - Punch Drunk Love (Remix)
Common‘s eighth studio album, Universal Mind Control, has officially hit store shelves. Though his new style of hip hop has left some critics (including both of …
Common - Changes
In the fifth century B.C., ancient Greek philospher Heraclitus coined the oft-quoted saying, “Nothing endures but change.” One of the many artists to take this sentiment …
K-Salaam & Beatnik ft. Common - 6th Sense (Remix)
Apparently, K-Salaam & Beatnick aren’t satisfied with the original version of the song 6th Sense, from Common’s 2000 album, Like Water for Chocolate. In fact, they …
K-Salaam & Beatnick ft. Common - Resurrection (Remix)
You know you’re a star when you release a greatest hits album. You know you’re a legend, however, when someone remixes that album. Thankfully, K-Salaam and …
Skillz ft. Common & Talib Kweli - So Far So Good (Remix)
In a May interview with DJBooth, rapper Skillz explained the reasoning behind the creation of his current single, So Far So Good. “Hip hop is an …
K-Salaam & Beatnick ft. Common - The Corner (Remix)
Prior to the release of their forthcoming VP/Universal debut, Whose World Is This (which features Talib Kweli, Young Buck and Trey Songz amongst others), production duo …
Common ft. Pharrell Williams - Announcement
This Friday marks the release of Wanted, the newest film in rapper/actor Common’s burgeoning acting career. Once the red carpet premieres and press junkets wind down, …
Common ft. Pharrell Williams - Universal Mind Control
Clearly tired of being pigeonholed as a “conscious rapper,” critically-acclaimed emcee Common is taking a new direction with his upcoming eighth studio album, Universal Mind Control …
Skillz ft. Common - So Far So Good
When a rapper does a song that sounds like a complaint, readers comment “stop bitchin!” Similarly, when a rapper does a song about a worn-out or …
Common ft. Marsha Ambrosius & Bilal - The Light 2008 (It’s Love)
What happens when three highly acclaimed rappers are paired with three of the hottest current producers in hip-hop? You get the Smirnoff Signature Mix Series; a …
Common ft. Lily Allen - Drivin Me Wild
Considered by many to be the man who can bring hip-hop back to life, Common will release Drivin’ Me Wild as the next single from the …
Common ft. Dwele - The People
If there ever was a time when hip-hop could use a savior (sit down Jay,) now is that time. Please enter, Common. The heralded Windy City …
Common ft. Will I Am - I Have A Dream
Sampling Martin Luther King’s famous “I Have A Dream” speech, Will.I.Am continues to strive towards production greatness with Chicago MC, Common. The two collaborate on a …
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Common - Universal Mind Control
Some people are going to hate Common’s new album, Universal Mind Control. It won’t matter what I write. Nothing will convince …
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Common - Finding Forever
When I was high school we used to hood ride. No, not that hood, like on a car. We’d fly through …
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It’s No Secret: Common Packs Mean Performance Punch [Exclusive Coverage]
Chicago, IL -- On Friday evening, DJBooth.net was invited to attend NBC’s “Locals Only” secret show featuring hometown favorite Common. The event, which was held at …
K-Salaam & Beatnick Release Common Remix Album
New York, NY -- K-Salaam & Beatnick, the up-and-coming production duo who caught DJBooth.net's attention with their remixes of classic records by veteran rapper Common, Today, …
K-Salaam & Beatnick Preview Common Remix Album
New York, NY -- K-Salaam & Beatnick, who Booth members may remember from their remixes of Common cuts "6th Sense," "Resurrection," and "The Corner," are at …
Complete Coverage: Chicago Celebrates Obama Election in Style; Common, Kweli, Others On Hand
Chicago, IL -- If you have never felt as though you were part of a truly historic moment, then Tuesday evening was your night. Just minutes …
Common, Talib Kweli Host Election Results Watch Party in Chicago [Exclusive Coverage]
Chicago, IL -- Chicago native and Grammy Award winning artist Common teamed with Brooklyn lyricist Talib Kweli on Tuesday night, to co-host Get Presidential: The Election …
Common Previews “Universal Mind Control” for DJBooth.net
To control the minds of your listeners, you need not only superb lyrical abilities, but a musical backdrop that can take the listeners to a realm …
Common Releases “Universal Mind Control” Video
Chicago, IL -- Industry vet Common has released the video for the title track and first single of his upcoming LP, Universal Mind Control. In this …
Q-Tip Performs for Maximum Capacity at NYC’s Knitting Factory [Exclusive Coverage]
New York, NY -- The outside of Tribeca’s Knitting Factory appeared to be just that, as the seemingly mile-long ball of yarn that was Q-Tip’s enthusiasts …
Common Changes Album Title, Shoots Video With Hype Williams
Chicago, IL -- Word is out that veteran rapper Common's upcoming eighth album has undergone a name change-- formerly Invincible Summer, the set is now to …
Smirnoff Signature Mix Series To Feature Re-Worked Classics By Common, Q-Tip & More
New York, NY -- Beginning this month, the makers of Smirnoff vodka are launching an exciting new Smirnoff Signature Mix Series, a campaign pairing three acclaimed …
The Roots, Common Set To Premiere Documentaries During NBA All Star Weekend
New York, NY -- Black History Month during the All Star weekend may have just become a little more cultural besides the endless parties and basketball …
Common Wins Awards for ‘CD of the Year’ and ‘Lyricist of the Year’ at This Year’s BET Hip Hop Awards
LOS ANGELES, LA -- Common's G.O.O.D Music/Geffen Records gold-selling release "Finding Forever" wins the "CD of the Year" award at the BET Hip Hop Awards show …
Common Shoots New Video, Prepares for BET Awards
Los Angeles, CA -- Grammy winning rap superstar Common stars in his most provocative video ever, "I Want You," debuting this week featuring Alicia Keys, Kanye …
Common Launches Common Ground Foundation to Help Urban Youth
San Francisco, CA -- Grammy winning artist, actor and children's author Lonnie Rashid Lynn, known as "Common", has announced the launch of The Common Ground Foundation, …
Nelly Furtado, Lil’ Wayne, Common, T-Pain and others Added to VMA Performers
New York, NY -- The party just got bigger and louder at the “2007 MTV Music Video Awards” as Common, Nelly Furtado, Gym Class Heroes, T-Pain, …
Hip Hop Takes A Turn and Common Leads The Way
Santa Monica, CA -- On his 7th album, Finding Forever, Grammy winning rap superstar Common hits the jackpot, scoring his first career #1 on the Billboard …
Common’s ‘Finding Forever’ Hits Retail Today
SANTA MONICA, Calif., -- Grammy-nominated rap superstar Common returns with his long-awaited seventh studio album, "Finding Forever," on G.O.O.D. Music/Geffen Records, to be released July 31. …
Common Set to Release New CD ‘Finding Forever’ July 31st
LOS ANGELES, CA -- Multi-faceted Hip-Hop superstar Common is prepping his highly anticipated seventh album, Finding Forever, for a July 31st release on G.O.O.D Music/Geffen Records. …
Kanye & Common Invade 2006 Global Mixx DJ Retreat
CHICAGO -- The Global Mixx DJ Retreat announced Chicago natives, Kanye West and Common as their 2006 Co-Chairpersons. In exchange for their participation, charitable donations will …
Designer Mark Ecko, Common, Rakim, Lupe Fiasco & Rhymefest Invade NYC
New York, NY -- Marc Ecko, founder of the world famous rhino brand of apparel, *ecko unltd., today announced details for “Marc Ecko’s Save the Rhinos …
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