T.I. Stops By Rap City

T.I., in preparation for his upcoming album stopped by Rap City on Tuesday. And you know before he skated, he had to blaze the booth!!! Remember, his album TI vs. TIP drops Tuesday, July 3rd, so pick it up.

Kanye is STRONGER!!!

The next single off of arguably the most anticipated album of the year.

"Stronger" by Kanye West off Graduation, dropping August 21st

Some Summer Album Covers & Tracklist

Common and Swizz Beats albums this summer are two very anticipated albums. And like we said before, Common might have the best complete album of the year, lyrically and productions-wise. Swizz is definitely doing his own thing and branching out this summer with his joint. His track listing is final, while Common's isn't in any particular order yet. Don't forget to check em out though.

• “The Game” (Produced by Kanye West) (featuring scratches by DJ Premier)
• “The People” (featuring Dwele) (Produced by Kanye West)
• “Black Maybe” (featuring Bilal) (Produced by Kanye West)
• “A Dream” (featuring will.i.am) (Produced by will.i.am)
• “I Want You” (Produced by will.i.am)
• “Southside” (featuring Kanye West) (Produced by Kanye West)
• “Driving Me Wild” (featuring Lily Allen) (Produced by Kanye West)
• “Break My Heart” (Produced by Kanye West)
• “Start the Show” (featuring Kanye West) (Produced by Kanye West)
• “Misunderstood” (Produced by Devo Springsteen)
• “Forever Begins” (Produced by Kanye West)
• “So Far to Go” (Produced by J. Dilla)
• “The Myth” (Produced by Jeff Atkins)
• “Peace and Love” (Produced by will.i.am)
• “Baby Don’t Think About It” (Produced by Kanye West)

1. “Product Man (Intro)” (Produced by The Individuals)
2. “It’s Me Bitches” (Produced by Swizz Beatz)
3. “Big Munny” (Produced by Nottz)
4. “Bust Ya Gunz” (featuring Drag-On) (Produced by Needlz)
5. “You Know Your Boy Did That” (Produced by Snags)
6. “The Funeral” (Produced by Neo Da Matrix)
7. “Take a Picture” (Produced by Swizz Beatz)
8. “Top Down” (Produced by Swizz Beatz & Eric McCane)
9. “Money In The Bank” (Produced by Young World Music)
10. “Part of the Plan” (featuring Chris Martin of Coldplay) (Produced by Swizz Beatz)
11. “Snoop Skit” (by Snoop Dogg) (Produced by Swizz Beatz)
12. “It’s Me Bitches (Remix)” (featuring R. Kelly, Jadakiss & Lil’ Wayne) (Produced by Swizz Beatz)
13. “Nas Skit” (by Nas) (Produced by Swizz Beatz)

G-Unit DJ Khaled Beef?

Young Buck recently put out a track going at DJ Khaled for not playing G-Unit on his radio show. If you recall, Khaled was just on Rap City and when asked to put 3 classic albums in a bag, he put all 5 albums in the bag and left the the "Get Rich or Dye Tryin" album out. Khaled goes to claim he can single handedly dead all beefs but avoided the question of a possible G-Unit/Terror Squad collabo. Well we just posted the Young Buck's response on our jukebox. Feel free to leave a comment after you check the song out. You can also check out the new TI featuring Jay-z track we posted aswell (thanks hhdx....)

Video Showcase: Common: The People

Common may well have the most complete album comming out this year due to his production and lyrical content. Common is really "in the streets" in this one, just not how you think. Check it out.

Common Rips the Booth

Jim Jones Responds to Stack Bundles Death....

She is, Chrisette Michele

Artist: Chrisette Michele
Album: I Am
Rating: 4.5/5
Reviewed By: Jeebin

Chrisette Michele was that "who" girl? Many asked who was she, when she appeared on Jay-Z's second single off Kingdom Come, "Lost Ones". And when she was included on Nas' Hip Hop is Dead multiple times, including the second single, "Can't Forget about You", people were wondering who is this talent? Now, the question is answered, she is Chrisette Michele, and if you ask me, is the savior to this new R&B scene. Let's face the truth, R&B nowadays is repetitive and the same. Ciara is one of the top tier ones, but all the others sound repetitive, and are products of "studio magic". Jill Scott and Lauryn Hill can now smile, for Chrisette Michele has came out right with I Am.

Her voice and talents often draw many comparisions to Jill Scott and Lauryn Hill, even Billie Holiday is mentioned. She has that distinctive old school feel, that people just love about her. My favorite track is the single, "If I Have My Way". The song is a great example of her seemingly endless talent. The video is a great addition also, all black and white, with an old school mic and a stage, nothing overdone, only to perfection. The rest of the album is just as nice, including a collaboration with Will.I.Am. on "Be Ok". Basically, if you're a true music fan, and believe in true music over commercialism, rap and R&B fans alike should love this album. Support it and go pick it up, it won't be a waste of money.

If I Have My Way - Chrisette Michele

Video Showcase: State Of Clarity

Guru teams up with Common and Bob James for a smooth and brilliant lead-off single comming from the new "Jazzmatazz, Vol. 4: The Hip-Hop Jazz Messenger:Back To The Future" out July 17th.

HWU 1.2: Money, Money, Money!

Money is what moves the industry. But music is not the only way industry heads are making that money from. Time after time after time again, we see people taking those risks.

Damon Dash decides to rival myspace. He even said it himself that he is in it for the money. After seeing how much myspace sold for, he saw the potential in creating his own social networking site called BlackSavvy. It is a little different, and has nice features, such as virtual money systems and such, but if you ask me, you can't beat myspace!!! Too many people are on myspace, but oh well, when you're rich you can do what the hell you want.

Now this risk makes a little more sense. Joseph "Rev Run" Simmons decides to write a book. He signed a deal with Gotham Books, for more than $1 million. So what is this book about? His run with Run DMC? Music? The Show? Nada. His book will be about family issues, and this I will have to take a peek at. The way he handles his fam on the show is funny to say the least, but thats not saying he is a bad parent, he knows how to handle his business. This will be interesting.

Video Showcase: Peep Game: Stack Bundles feat. Bynoe

RIP Stack Bundles. Its so ironic how he went out, I mean he always stressed how he'd never leave his hood. But here's one thing everybody living the street life needs to remember, "The Streets Don't Love You Back!!!" It was reported that his peoples even told him he was getting too big for the neighborhood. Its a shame when certain dudes never get the chance to shine. I mean with all of the WEAK talent comming out nowadays, why did Stacks get his opportunity taken away from him? Shit, why did Big L, Biggie, Pac, Eazy E, Pun, Dilla, I mean the list goes on. It's funny how the forces that govern us operate. The dudes that killed him didn't even take his money or credit cards, just his chain. Similar to poacher's killing big game in the jungle and talking the ivory for a trophy. The nonsense needs to stop.

RIP Stack Bundles

Fight Klub Returns??

Fight Klub returned to the airwaves on June 4th with the premiere battle between Jin and Iron Solomon. Truthfully, none of these dudes spit any real fire but I'll post the the battle and let yall decide. I'm a Murda Mook fan and I'm pretty sure give it to either of them dudes.

Exclusive Styles P Freestyle

Marley Marl Suffers Heart Attack

Legendary producer Marley Marl is said to have a suffered a heart attack last night in New York City. He was taken to a local NY hospital and is currently being treated there. his condition is labeled as stable and that's a good sign. On an even more serious note, heart disease is the number one killer of African American males in the country. Health awareness is essential among the minority community and must be taken seriously. We don't stay 20 years old forever and we must take in mind that proper nutrition and exercise "MUST" become apart of our daily routines. I'm in the gym right now trying to get right. Its all about discipline and not wanting to be in the same position as someone like Marly Marl at 40 years old(no offense, but its a reality). Lets hope Marly Marl has a speedy recovery, he's still got a lot to contribute to Hip Hop.

Akon Throws a Fan off The Stage During Performance

Apparently Akon was performing at a concert and was hit with an object thrown by a fan. Akon then ask the crowd to point out the fan and to have him come to the stage. He then takes off the "wifebeater" picks the fan and throws him off the stage "Ultimate Warrior" style. In all the concerts I've seen, its never been that easy too retaliate against a heckling fan. Throw me off the stage like that and I'm going to get a piece of that "American Pie" if you know what I mean. Check the footage....

Video Showcase: Out Kast and UGK International Players Anthem

Andre 3000 is so underated!!! Why I don't know. Just listen to the flow, its like none other.....

50 Finally Responds to Cam's Latest Comments

50 Cent currently talked with AllHipHop Direct about censorship and Cam'ron. In my opinion, these dudes aren't really beefin like that. Its just a bunch of nonsense, but I'm a big fan of the "WRE"(Wrestling Rap and Entertainment).

OJ Simpson Parody

Someone apparently created a remake of the Simpson cartoon involvong OJ Simpson and his two kids. OJ should expect the the flack he's going to catch especially due to the fact that he published a book called "If I Did It". C'mon OJ, the majority of the people think you did do it!!!!!

Video Showcase: J Dilla: Won't Do

It took me a while to catch on to the whole "Dilla Movement" and I didn't fully come to appreciate his creative process until after he passed. Some of you will probably claim you don't know his music but I'll put money on it that he's behind some of your favorite tracks. His production speaks for itself and he will go down as one of the greatest producers of our time. "Hands Down"!!!! RIP Jay Dilla...