(From BeanSoupTimes)
In what may be one of the most unexpected political announcements in Chicago political history, Grammy-award winning MC Che “Rhymefest” Smith announced his campaign to run for Alderman of the 20th Ward.
Chicago Rapper Rhymefest Running For City Alderman
Friday, October 22nd, 2010Nas: “Hip-Hop Is Too Young For G.O.A.T Title”
Thursday, October 21st, 2010(From Youtube.com)
Nasir Jones claims that it’s premature to claim an all-time king of lyrical prowess.
COST EXCLUSIVE: Is Eminem Hip-Hop’s G.O.A.T?
Sunday, October 10th, 2010
(Photo courtesy of Pynkcelebrity.com)
It’s been over ten years since Marshall Bruce Mathers III stepped into the major limelight of the hip-hop world. Eminem/ Slim Shady has gone from being the “white rapper from Detroit” to becoming a cultural icon. Having the two biggest hip-hop albums in 2009 and 2010( Relapse and Recovery, respectively), eleven Grammy Awards and tons of controversy, hip-hop spectators across the globe have questioned one thing about Em–where does he rank on the greatest of all time list? We’ve complied some of Em’s greatest work as we take a look at his illustrious career in hip-hop. Hate him or love him, you gotta give Marshall his respect.
(From: Vevo)
Q-Tip and Ice Cube Perform In LA
Friday, October 8th, 2010(From Youtube.com)
Two hip-hop legends link up during the Hennessy Artistry Concert.
Introducing Def Jam Rapstar
Thursday, October 7th, 2010(From Reuters)
Hip-hop gets interactive with the new video game from the historic music label.
Lupe Fiasco Rips Atlantic Records
Tuesday, October 5th, 2010
(From Youtube.com)
During his keynote address speech at the second Regional Academic and Cultural Collaborative in Dayton, OH this past Saturday, Lupe Fiasco spoke out against Atlantic Records offering him a 360 deal and the delay of his long-awaited album, Lasers. Fans and supporters of the Chicago MC plan to protest outside the label’s offices next Friday, demanding the project’s release.
Justin Timberlake & Jimmy Fallon’s Hip-Hop Medley
Thursday, September 30th, 2010
(From: NBC.com)
With the Roots providing the music, Justin and Jimmy showcase their hip-hop knowledge with a medley consisting of everything from “Rappers Delight” To “Empire State Of Mind”.
N.E.R.D Debuts “Hypnotize You” On David Letterman
Wednesday, September 29th, 2010
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(From: Mr.WorldPremiere)
Pharell and the crew hit the road again, this time visiting David Letterman to premiere their new record “Hypnotize You” off of the upcoming album “Nothing“. The album is set to hit stores on November 2 Godwilling.
President Obama Listens To Lil Wayne & Nas
Wednesday, September 29th, 2010
(From: RollingStone.com)
In a new interview with Rolling Stone, the president spoke about the artists that currently occupy his iPod(CLICK POST FOR MORE)
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