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Video: What If Mos Def Were President?
Posted by richard on 11/03/08
Filed under: Videos
On a new video courtesy of Good Magazine, Mos Def clues viewers in on the policies he would put in place were he chosen as Head of State. The emcee's radical proposals include universal healthcare, a 10% flat tax for all Americans, mandatory community service for the rich, and a 100-year ban on the word "shortie." The …
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Wu-Tang Clan to Release Soundtrack to Accompany Upcoming Documentary
Posted by richard on 11/03/08
Filed under: Albums, DVDs
Hardcore hip-hop fans are aware that New York City's Wu-Tang Clan was one of the most groundbreaking groups in the history of rap, and continues to exert considerable influence on the music industry today. Wu: The Story of the Wu-Tang Clan, directed by Gerald "Gee-Bee" Barclay, will give the Clan's long-time fans and newcomers alike an intimate look at the …
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Slim Shoots “Good Lovin’” Video; Preps Release of Solo Debut
Posted by richard on 11/03/08
Filed under: Albums, Previews, Videos
New York, NY -- Slim, R&B singer of 112 fame, recently finished shooting the video for "Good Lovin'," the Ryan Leslie-featuring follow up to lead single "So Fly," off his upcoming solo debut, Love's Crazy. In addition to the original guest artist, new addition Fabolous was on set for the shoot, …
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Def Jam Executive Vice President Shakir Stewart Dead at 34
Posted by Burmy on 11/03/08
Filed under: News
Marietta, GA -- The urban music industry mourns the loss of one of its strongest behind-the scenes workers; Shakir Stewart, former Executive Vice President of Def Jam Recordings, was found dead at his house in Marietta, Georgia (an Atlanta suburb) Saturday afternoon, due to an allegedly self-inflicted gunshot wound. He was only 34 years old. A native …
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Play-N-Skillz Interview
Filed under: Latin, Producer, We Got Next, Interviews
The leaves are falling, and to true hip hop heads, that can only mean one thing: it’s time to start stockpiling hot beats for the coming winter. If you want to keep your fire burning no matter the weather, look no further than Dallas, Texas production duo Play-N-Skillz, who have dominated the airwaves with scorchers like Chamillionaire‘s “Ridin’ (Dirty)” and Lil’ Wayne‘s recent hit single, “Got …
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DJ Whoo Kid & Lloyd Banks Hook Up for “Halloween Havoc” Mixtape
Posted by DJ Z on 11/01/08
Filed under: Free Downloads, Mixtapes
New York, NY -- While his G-Unit boss, 50 Cent, is gearing up to release his new studio album, Before I Self Destruct, on December 9, Lloyd Banks has been busy with his new series of mixtapes. On Friday evening, Banks released "Halloween Havoc" with DJ Whoo Kid. The release is the second in his ‘5 …
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B.A.R.S Live at Knitting Factory [Exclusive Coverage]
Posted by Erica L. on 10/31/08
Filed under: Community Involvement, News, Exclusives, Concerts
New York, NY -- If fans of hip hop’s freshman class were looking for a showcase Tuesday night, they probably ended up kicking it at Donny Goines’ B.A.R.S. Live event at the Knitting Factory. Proceeds were donated to The All Stars Project, Inc., a charitable organization focused on the education of young people around the nation. …
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Julia & Jennifer Hudson Establish Hudson-King Foundation For Families of Slain Victims
Posted by richard on 10/31/08
Filed under: Community Involvement
New York, NY -- In honor of Darnell Hudson Donerson, Jason Hudson and Julian King, Julia and Jennifer Hudson have established the Hudson-King Foundation For Families of Slain Victims, an organization dedicated to providing food, shelter, clothing, and counseling to families who have lost relatives as the result of violent crime. Those who wish to contribute to …
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Producer Jake One Offers Aspiring MC’s A Single Deal
Posted by richard on 10/31/08
Filed under: Albums, Contests
Producer Jake One, whose new, album, the Booth-approved White Van Music, is in stores now, is giving aspiring emcees who have purchased the LP a chance to win a Rhymesayers single deal by creating an original song using one of the instrumentals on the included bonus disc. Entries must be submitted by November 4th, (Election Day), to …
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Busta Rhymes & Pac Div Rock the Mic at NYC’s Knitting Factory [Exclusive Coverage]
Posted by Mikey Fresh on 10/30/08
Filed under: News, Exclusives, Concerts
New York, NY -- On the night of his baby’s birthday, Busta Rhymes took the stage at New York City’s Knitting Factory to throw some excitement into the frigid city air. Special Guests Pac Div opened the show with their honest raps and crowd-participation-inviting stage antics. The West Coast trio may be the hardest-working group of …
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