Mr. Smith and Jazz reconnect in Hollywood last night at the Hancock world premiere, performing “Brand New Funk 2008″ and “Summertime.” Damn.
Courtesy of the homey Mick Boogie. And the “Summertime” video just came on TV as I’m making this post. Weird.
As earlier stated, KanYe is weird.
I’m glad others are starting to notice that TiRon is the truth. And I appreciate the shoutout on the track.
Produced by Jack Sample Pros. Who, by the way, produced this joint as well.
More footage of Blu & Ex’s show last month at the Henry Fonda Theatre. Check them out rocking three of the most memorable songs from the classic Below The Heavens LP. Courtesy of the homey Ben @ Alwayshustle.
“The Narrow Path”:
“Dancing In The Rain”
“Blu Collar Worker”
Nas’ new album appears to be hitting the internet today, track by track. Coincidence??? Hmm…
I’m not listening to anything else until there’s a full copy available, but head over to Shake’s spot to catch the leak so far. In the meantime, NY Mag also has a great new feature on Mr. Jones and Untitled. Peep that.
J*Davey drops their double EP The Beauty In Distortion/The Land of Lost today on Interdependent Media. The homey Brub recently caught up to them to talk music, label bullcrap, alcohol and the future. Click here to check out the interview. Also, here’s a clip of the duo performing at The Key Club a few weeks ago, courtesy of Okayplayer TV:
J*Davey - “Dollar Or More” (live @ The Key Club):
Tim Westwood, the most annoying on-air personality in the world, interviews Muhammad Hovi before his epic performance in the UK the other night. You can download audio of the entire performance below as well, courtesy of KNOWxONE.
Jay-Z - Glastonbury Festival performance:
01. Jay-Z - Wonderwall
02. Jay-Z - 99 Problems/Back in Black
03. Jay-Z - Is That Yo Bitch?
04. Jay-Z - Smack My Bitch Up/Rehab
05. Jay-Z - A Billi
06. Jay-Z - Dirt Off Your Shoulder/Lying From You
07. Jay-Z - Izzo (H.O.V.A.)/I Want You Back
08. Jay-Z - Can I Get a…
09. Jay-Z - Beware of the Boys
10. Jay-Z - I Just Wanna Love U (Give It 2 Me)
11. Jay-Z - Show Me What You Got
12. Jay-Z - Girls, Girls, Girls
13. Jay-Z - American Boy
14. Jay-Z - Umbrella
15. Jay-Z - Hard Knock Life (Ghetto Anthem)
16. Jay-Z - “Beautiful Moment” Speech
17. Jay-Z - Encore/Numb
The CunninLynguists don’t know how to make wack shit. Check out Natti’s latest joint, over a sample flipped from Coldplay’s newest single “Viva La Vida.” Produced by Kno, who is a genius. Very very very dope.
Natti - “Ruled The World“
Natti - “Ruled The World (instrumental)“
Some of the world’s illest freestyle/battle MCs shed light on the west coast battle scene in the upcoming Fresh Coast Battle Documentary, which is due out this September. I haven’t battled in years (whatup Ben?) but being close to a lot of people in the scene, I know for a fact that Cali has a worldwide reputation on the battle circuit. Check out the trailer below, featuring appearances from the homeys Nocando, Okwerdz, Tantrum, The Saurus, Lush One and more.
The big homey Kweli and Hi-Tek link up in NYC to perform their classic joint “The Blast” earlier this week. RE2 is a reality and it’s definitely on the way, folks!
