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R.I.P. Michael Jackson

2009-06-26T10:26:00.000-07:00

Michael Jackson, one of the most widely beloved entertainers and artists passed away yesterday. Michael Jackson was born in Gary Indiana in 1958. Michael Jackson started in the music business at the age of 11 with his brothers as a member of the Jackson 5.

Sir Howard Stringer, Chairman, CEO and President, Sony Corporation, commented on his passing: "Michael Jackson was a brilliant troubadour for his generation, a genius whose music reflected the passion and creativity of an era. His artistry and magnetism changed the music landscape forever. We have been profoundly affected by his originality, creativity and amazing body of work. The entire Sony family extends our deepest condolences to his family and to the millions of fans around the world who loved him."

I'm a Gary Indiana native myself so the news of MJ's death really hit home for me. I give my respects to his family and to all of his fans.

Here is a link to the music video for the international hit Thriller

Bryan Greenberg & Kid Cudi - You Can Run (Live)

2009-06-23T20:35:00.001-07:00

New video of Kid Cudi and Greenberg performing live. Check it out!

Fonsworth Bentley Avenue Pink Interview

2009-06-23T10:14:00.000-07:00

Interview of Fonsworth Bentley of G.o.o.d. Music.

KanYe West Speaks on Mission of S.H.O.W

2009-06-14T18:21:00.000-07:00

Kanye West continues his mother's legacy through the Kanye West Foundation with the 2nd Stay in School Benefit Concert. Hear what Kanye, founder of S.H.O.W. David Abrams, Mayor Richard M. Daley and CEO of CPS Ron Huberman have to say about helping kids stay in school.

Kanye West On "The View"

2009-06-10T15:52:00.000-07:00

Kanye's latest interview. First Lil Wayne now Kanye West. Is it just me, or do the ladies of the View have a new thing for rapppers? Check out the video!

Video courtesy of RapRadar

Soulja Boy - Chelsea Lately Interview

2009-06-10T15:42:00.000-07:00

"First name Soulja Boy, last name Tell em." For all you Soulja Boy fans out there, here is his latest interview. This stuff is funny. Gotta luv this dudes sense of humor and 400 pound chain!

Kanye West:Thank You and You're Welcome

2009-05-25T14:58:00.000-07:00

Kanye West, who is known for his musical abilities and his various other ventures, has teamed up with philosopher/author J. Sakiya Sandifer to release "Thank You and You're Welcome." Kanye says that Sandifer was the inspiration behind the book.

He told MTV that; "He inspired the format of the book, because he wrote a book called 'Think, Think, Think and Think Again.' [He did] bullet points in bold graphics, and he expounded upon them ... whereas books hide the main points chapters in. You have to read so much to get so much out of it. We wanted to make it simple for people who are non-readers, who don't feel like doing all that, and still get the point across"

The book can currently be picked up on Kanye's site for only ten dollars. The book will hit store shelves July 7.

Eminem - 1998 Unreleased Interview

2009-05-20T21:40:00.001-07:00

Eminem gives his thoughts on his career. This interview took place back in '98 before he became the acid-tongued superstar we know today.

iHeartMusik Review: Mr. Hudson feat. Kanye West - Supernova

2009-05-17T15:39:00.000-07:00

Mr. Hudson feat. Kanye West - Supernova

1st single from Mr. Hudson’s Straight No Chaser. According to Ye, Supernova was originaly included among the tracklisting of 808's and Heartbreak. Straight No Chaser is set to be released by G.O.O.D. Music August 6th. Track listing will be available so check back soon!

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iHeartShowdowns: Illmatic Vs. Ready To Die

2009-05-10T17:02:00.000-07:00

A clash of the titans! Two of hip-hop's greatest lyricists battle head to head to see which album is the greatest. Many hardcore hip-hop heads will tell you that Nas' Illmatic was the "end all, be all" of all hip-hop albums. That is, until you mention Big's Ready To Die. Both albums are true jewels. Damn this is torture for me, I'll let You all decide!

Ready to Die

Illmatic

EMINEM "3 A.M."

2009-05-04T17:41:00.000-07:00

New video by Eminem. Check it out!
Relapse comin' soon!

iHeartMixtapes: The Cool Kids-Gone Fishing

2009-05-04T17:02:00.000-07:00

The Cool Kids, probably the most under-hyped duo in rap music. I got to show them some love, they're holding down the Midwest. This is the new mixtape, Gone Fishing. The tape paves the way for their upcoming album When Fish Ride Bicycles. Their lyrical and production skills are very impressive. The whole mixtape is a complete headbanger. "Real hip-hop lives, death to this fake sh*t!"

Download the mixtape here.

iHeartMixtapes: DJ Famous & Drake - Almost Famous

2009-05-04T16:56:00.000-07:00

A "Best Hits" compilation tape by MC Drake, whom you may know as the physically disabled character on the t.v. series Degrassi. I got to say, there's alot of hype behind this dude. He actually sold out a show in less than five hours at his Atlanta debut. The mixtape features Lil Wayne whom Drake has worked closely with. Check it out and tell me what YOU think about it.

Download here.

iHeartMusik Review: DJ Drama f. Ludacris, Willie the Kid & Busta Rhymes - We Must Be Heard

2009-05-01T16:16:00.000-07:00

DJ Drama f. Ludacris, Willie the Kid & Busta Rhymes - We Must Be Heard

Man, this ish must be heard! This track is off Drama’s Gangsta Grills: The Album v.2, dropping May 19th.

MySpace Music Playlist at MixPod.com

G.O.O.D. Morning, G.O.O.D. Night Contest

2009-05-01T15:28:00.000-07:00

G.O.O.D. Music is giving away signed copies of G.O.O.D. Morning, G.O.O.D. Night! This is the new album by Malik Yusef and it is set to be released May 26th. Each day 101 Distribution will be giving away advanced copies of the album signed by Common, John Legend, Kanye West and Malik Yusef.

For more information on how to win click here.

iHeartMusik Review: Lil Twist f. Lil Wayne - The Leak

2009-04-29T16:53:00.000-07:00

Lil Twist f. Lil Wayne - The Leak

New street banger with Lil Twist and Lil Wayne. Alright, let me be the first to say it. Lil Twist sounds like an infant that just got his ass WHUPPED by some big handed ass... I'll stop right there. No hate. Guess what? Lil Wayne is rapping! The song sounds kind of like a Millie from the Carter III. Weezy is back to his old word play. In my opinion, he single handedly saves this track. Listen below and leave your feedback!

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iHeartMixtapes: T.I. - Official White Label

2009-04-29T16:20:00.000-07:00

This mixtape is tight! Yeah, thats right, I'm bias! T.I. is continuing to write down his lyrics to his songs and is even able keep up with Nas on the first track. T.I. is one of my favorite rappers, even though I'll probably drive my car off a cliff if I hear "Dead and Gone" on the radio ONE more time. I mean seriously, the first 100,000 times was cute but we need something fresh here in the Chicago-land area. Anyway this tape is dope, cop it.

Download the mixtape here.

Big Boi Presents King Henry

2009-04-29T16:12:00.000-07:00

LOL! This is a skit from Big Boi's solo album that was released earlier this month.
"Sir Lucious Leftfoot: Son Of Chico Dusty" due June/July 2009.

Consequence: Studio Session

2009-04-25T19:04:00.000-07:00

Consequence in the studio with the G.O.O.D. Music Family. Consequence: "You Win Some, You Lose Some" coming soon!

Kanye West: AMAZING (FEAT. YOUNG JEEZY)

2009-04-25T18:56:00.000-07:00

Amazing from kwest on Vimeo.

The video is finally out! I'm sure you've all heard the song, so check out the video!

iHeartMixtapes:Trav Williams - IllTravis

2009-04-21T15:44:00.000-07:00

MC Trav Williams pays homage to Nas‘ 1994 debut album Illmatic. Over the course of 10 weeks, producers from all across the world came together to work on this single project as part of a beatmaking contest. as stated above, the mixtape pays homage to Nas' debut Album so the sound is very similar. I liked it, it takes you back to the time when rappers and hip-hop fans valued creativity and intelligent lyrics. (Lol, I sound like an old ass music critic!)

Download the mixtape here.

Eminem Releases Album Cover

2009-04-21T15:04:00.001-07:00

Alright, looks straight to me. It's definitely creative, Eminem style. The collage of pills is obviously reflective of the music that will be featured on the album.

Pic borrowed from Smoking Section

iHeartMixtapes: Mr Peter Parker & Eminem - The E/Tox (A Prelude to Relapse)

2009-04-18T16:18:00.000-07:00

A new mixtape by Mr. Peter Parker featuring music from Em’s early years. The mixtape rides the anticipation of “Relapse”, which hits stores May 15.

Download the mixtape here.

iHeartMusik Review: B.o.B (aka Bobby Ray) f. Devin the Dude - Gettin' High

2009-04-16T14:56:00.000-07:00

B.o.B (aka Bobby Ray) f. Devin the Dude - Gettin' High
Album: The Adventures of B.o.B

This is the new soulful single from B.o.B, who is now calling himself by his real name. This track is real cool, nice and laidback. I love street bangers just like anyone else but sometimes I just want to chillout and relax. The song features Devin the Dude, who's laidback and drowsy flow fits perfectly with the song's vibe.

Click on the musik player below!

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iHeartMusik Review: Teairra Mari f. Kanye West - Diamonds

2009-04-16T13:51:00.000-07:00

Teairra Mari f. Kanye West - Diamonds
Album: At That Point

This is the latest single from R&B singer Teairra Mari. Yup are girl is back with some heat on this one. The song features hip-hop super star Kanye West. I got to say, I'm glad to hear Yeezy rapping agian, even though I really liked 808's and Heartbreak.

Click the musik player below!

MySpace Playlist at MixPod.com

Kid Kudi finds a home!

2009-04-16T12:38:00.000-07:00

Kid Cudi has managed to begin a successful music career, even without the help of a major record label. On April 15, the rapper behind the hit song “Day N Nite” announced that he will be joining Universal Motown. Kid Cudi also has plans on starting his own label entitled Dream On, which is expected to launch later on this year.
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Bow Wow screws Historic Roller Rink

2009-04-16T12:09:00.001-07:00

The Chez Vous is a roller rink located in Dorchester, Massachusetts. The rink has been open since 1932 and the owner, Greer Toney, has been having some money problems. Bow Wow had agreed to perform at the Chez Vous’ second annual Peace Night, along with “MTV’s Best Dance Crew” finalist Status Quo. The entire event cost Toney about $10,000 to put together. Bow Wow had arrived, but he didnt like that the fans were too close to his performance area so he refused to do the show. Toney had to give refunds and was told that the advance she paid Bow Wow would not be returned. Creditors informed Toney that she would lose the rink due to missed mortgage payments. “I couldn't believe it…I can't believe that any superstar like Bow Wow would do this,” Toney said in an interview. Well Bow Wow, you said you wanted to go out with a bang. Way to go.

See full story at The Boston Phoenix

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iHeartMusik Review: Rick Ross - Valley of Death

2009-04-15T11:48:00.000-07:00

Rick Ross - Valley of Death
Album: Deeper Than Rap

This track was leaked a while ago from Rick Ross' upcoming album Deeper Than Rap. The song features Ross spitting over a drum loop and a soulful sample. The final album version will feature Lil' Wayne.

Listen Here:Rick Ross - Valley of Death | Hip Hop Songs > HipHopDX.com

iHeartMusik Review: Lil' Wayne- In the Morning

2009-04-15T11:07:00.000-07:00

Lil' Wayne- In the Morning
Album: The Drought is Over (Collector's Edition)

Another autotune track from Lil Wayne, best pop singer (or was it rapper?) alive. The song is reminiscent of his "Prom Queen" and "Hot Revolver" tracks, both of which can be found on his future album The Rebirth.

Lil Wayne - In the Morning | Hip Hop Songs > HipHopDX.com

Bow Wow Retiring?

2009-04-13T12:15:00.000-07:00

Yup, just like Jay-Z and Eminem did. Oh wait, they're still here! Bow Wow claims he wont be making anymore albums, which is something he's been doing since he was 13. Well, watch the video and see what you make of it. Retiring from music at age 21? Lol, I believe it...

(Video courtesy of SOHH.com)

Bo Obama: the First Dog

2009-04-13T12:02:00.000-07:00

Bo is a six-month old Portuguese water dog and a gift from Senator and Mrs. Kennedy to Sasha and Malia. Bo joined the Obamas on Tuesday, according to a spokesman for First Lady Michelle Obama.

(Photo: Getty Images)

KANYE, RIHANNA, & JAY-Z: Common Scents

2009-04-13T11:41:00.000-07:00

Parlux has recently confirmed that the fragrance company made a deal with Jay-Z’s company Iconic Fragrances. Jay-Z, along with Rihanna, Kanye West and another, yet-to-be-announced “well-established female artist” will all release new scents. The release dates are set for 2010 and 2011.

(Photo: Corbis)

Hip Hop Live Tour: Almost over!

2009-04-11T15:47:00.000-07:00

Hip-Hop Live! is a national tour presented by Flow TV and produced by The Agency Group. The 19 city event featured hip-hop greats such as Talib Kweli, David Banner, Black Eyed Peas, Christina Aguilera, Justin Timberlake, Outkast and more. The tour will be wrapping up next Saturday, so those who haven't gone and would still like to have one more week to go. Thats good news to all of us on spring break! ;-)

For more info and performance times click here.