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At the tail end of the 1990s, Brandy and Monica recorded one of the most popular catfights in history — the multi-platinum “The Boy Is Mine.” Now that they’re older, [...]

Y’know the nighttime is the right time to get involved in all sorts of G’d up wackiness and adult activities. Whether it’s wolves or vampy bloodsuckers that rise up when [...]

The more I hear about Windows 8, the more of a believer I’m becoming. When it drops in September, Microsoft’s newest OS will continue what Apple began, and bring the [...]

Technologizer: “Everyone knows that certain technology products are endangered species. Film cameras, for instance. Turntables. Payphones. Odds are pretty good that you haven’t used any of them recently. If you’re [...]

The Songs By Me, Stalley series has kept the Ohioan in the public eye since the new year began, proving to be an excellent appetizer for his upcoming mixtape, Savage [...]

Nike Basketball has gone all out to celebrate Florida’s history of space exploration for their All-Star weekend kicks and the Foam One’s for the “Galaxy Pack” might take the cake. [...]

I don’t know bout you guys, but I’ve spent the last few weeks playing Rich Forever over and over again. And I mention this because these days a staying power [...]

It only takes a whiff of alcohol for Treboy to get to zoning on his pen and pad and when tequila’s on the menu, he’s bound to offer up a [...]

We are very proud and excited to announce our support for the first leg of Dee-1′s “Too Focused To Fail” tour, along with 2dopeboyz and OMAR Ent. 11 cities for [...]

I’m not going to pretend like I knew who Alori Joh was yesterday. I’m not going to pretend like I listened to her The Love Religion album from last November. [...]

Funny how a simple game of football can transform downtown Manhattan and the Meadowlands into a ruckus party zone. Good times were the M.O. yesterday thanks to the NY Giants [...]

On the DJ Burn One-produced “Paradise,” Rittz dreams of Detroit-engineered machinery floating away from dead-end jobs and missed opportunities. Heaven is the lost city of Atlanta, with long stretches of [...]

Call them the “Galaxy” colorway, a reference to the larger pack they’ll be releasing with, or refer to them as the All-Star KD’s, since they’re what he’ll be wearing in [...]

Who else agrees that BJ The Chicago Kid seems to be somewhat of an old soul? If you hadn’t gotten that feeling from laid back tracks like “Lady, Lady” or [...]

We can’t speak for everyone, but our parents always told us it was rude to point. However, they probably didn’t account for the magnetic attraction most people’s index fingers have [...]

We’ve already been down the Las Vegas strip of audio pleasures with Sean Rose, but it just keeps getting better. The adept rapsmith tactfully blends the right amount of torque [...]

Words by David D., Greg Whitt, Raj, Beware & Justin Tinsley Art: Miss Dimplez Hip-Hop is full of misogyny and sex acts with the most random, nameless women. But sometimes, [...]

Sneaker prices are rising faster than the rent but there are still tons of affordable options available that don’t require sacrificing style or comfort. Example A would be adidas’ Clima [...]

We’re not sure if there’s a clause in Sir Michael Rocks’ Jet Life contract that ensures he bathes in 24-hour moisturizer or if he just happens to record in a [...]

Usually an Exile appearance in the artist category finds him contributing solely on the production front. Things have apparently changed on “Oh Word (Keep On Rising)” as he dusted off [...]

I didn’t want to believe in Jeremy Lin at first. Dude burst onto the scene with a miracle game – after being cut by the Warriors and Rockets earlier this [...]

I used to play “The Light” from Pharoahe Monch on my train ride to work to start my day inspired. Watching “Still Standing” reminded me of the veteran emcee’s ability [...]

Last week, we showcased NSW’s Black History Month collection of footwear and apparel and now we get a look at Nike Basketball’s range of offerings – which will include the [...]

If MTV hasn’t lost its credibility in your eyes by now, their nominees for the “Hottest MC’s In The Game VII” might be the tipping point. Every year around this [...]

While much of the world is blazing a birthday blunt in memory of Bob Marley today, who’s more qualified than Smoke DZA to release a tribute song to reggae’s fallen [...]

Planet Asia offers a west coast ode in the form of “Golden State.” Serving as primer for the veteran’s upcoming album Black Belt Theatre, Asia drops lines over a beat [...]

After Wale, Meek Mill and Pill joined the MMG roster, Rick Ross’ original dream team, Triple Cs, seemed to fade into the background. In a statement of unity, the whole [...]

Certain songs were meant to be remixed and Lloyd’s new one is just begging for the flip. Centered around some tight-knit kick drums and a whimsical synth flute that could [...]

The simple things in life get us through the daily grind. For Tennessean Skewby, these little pleasures can take the form of Polo sweatshirts, soft drinks and vinyls. Life’s arguable [...]

After being included on Billboard magazine's annual "Power 100 List," Birdman says he wants to diversify the YMCMB roster and include other genres.

Loosies: Brandy & Monica Resume Their Squabble, Lady Gaga Gets Bloody & “Boo Thang” Isn’t Just For Ladies Anymore

Jackie Chain x Nick Catchdubs – After Hours Mixtape

Microsoft Strips Away “Start” Button From Windows 8

Where Did All The Radios Go?

Stalley Discusses His “Savage Journey” Mixtape

First Look: Nike Air Foamposite One “Galaxy”

Rick Ross – “Yella Diamonds” Video

Playboy Tre – “Patron & Instrumentals” Video

Dee-1′s Announces His “Too Focused To Fail” Tour

Obits: TDE-Affiliated Singer Alori Joh Dies At 25

Event Recap: NY Giants Super Bowl XLVI Victory Celebration

Rittz Feat. Nikkiya – “Paradise” (Prod. By DJ Burn One)

Coming Attractions: Nike Zoom KD IV “Galaxy”

BJ The Chicago Kid – “I’m Jus Sayin” Video

E-40 Feat. 2 Chainz & Juicy J – “They Point”

Sean Rose – “Tomorrow” x “Plenty Of Love”

What’s Your Fantasy: Rap’s Top 30 Fictional Femmes

Cop: adidas Clima Cool Fresh Ride

Sir Michael Rocks Feat. Chuck Inglish – “Out The Jam” x “Imagine”

Exile Feat. Fashawn – “Oh Word (Keep On Rising)”

Jeremy Lin Does It Again, Knicks Win

Pharoahe Monch Feat. Jill Scott – “Still Standing” Video

Nike Basketball’s Black History Month Collection

MTV’s 2011 “Hottest MC’s” = FAIL

Smoke DZA – “Marley’s Garden”

Planet Asia – “Golden State” Video

Torch Feat. Wale, Meek Mill, Stalley, Young Breed & Gunplay – “Slow Down”

Lloyd – “So Gone”

Skewby – “New Era” Video

[News] Birdman Hopes To Add Gospel, Country And More R&B To Cash Money Roster