Looking back to when the audio for “Maniac” first dropped, Tinsley suggested listeners may need to be on one in order for the song to be fully absorbed. Surely by now your brain is spinning either from the slew of music released or on a Halloween sugar high. Perfect setup to watch Cudi and Cage starring as two deranged killers Read the rest of this entry »

There’s something unique about hype and anticipation. Eventually, it all boils down to the product to validate them. For ASAP Rocky, rap’s new wonder kid of the moment, the time is now. Read the rest of this entry »

Christmas just so happens to come several times of year in Hip-Hop. There’s the real Christmas where rappers gift wrap new EP’s to spread yuletide joy and there’s also 4/20 where every rapper strives to be the High Times man of the year. Biggest of all though, there’s Halloween when it pays to keep it gangsta. You may not get to listen to all your candy in one sitting but here’s your one-stop shop for all the rap goodies that’s getting passed out today. Read the rest of this entry »

As much as I love a fresh pair of sneakers, I love the backstories behind them just as much. The athletes, records and cultural landmarks make up part of the reason why certain releases gain value and remain coveted years after their release. This November, adidas will be dropping a New York Marathon collection, inspired by nine-time Marathon champion Grete Waitz. Read the rest of this entry »

Childish Gambino sees your endless Halloween mixtapes and raises you a highly creative and creepy “Bonfire” video for All Hallows’ Eve. When I first heard Childish Gambino rap, it was very difficult to separate him from the hilarious Troy from Community. But he’s managed to make myself – and the rest of the world that has a discernible amount of taste – see his two avenues as exclusive entities. Read the rest of this entry »

ATF gives the world what’s said to be the official tracklisting for Drake’s Take Care, his sophomore effort on Young Money set to release on November 15th. The Canadian MC called on a slew of high profile friends for the 17 track release, including YMCMB cohorts Lil Wayne and Nicki Minaj plus former flame Rihanna, enigmatic Outkast MC Andre 3000, Rick Ross and more. Read the rest of this entry »

I tried to declare Rocky’s “Peso” beat dead a few weeks ago but Pusha just resuscitated it. Egchk! Read the rest of this entry »

You know Freddy, Mike, Chuckie and Jason and now it’s Shawnna who wants to be referenced in similar company when you shudder at the thought of scary movies. That is, thanks to her new short film, “Horror Show,” which was shot at a haunted house in Chicago by the name of Dream Reepers. Read the rest of this entry »

Rap music is currently overrun with smiley faced youngsters, dressed in Sunday’s best pastel colors, quick to flash their piggy bank savings in broad daylight like sunbeams are made of honey and everybody wants to be your neighbor. Allow the L.E.P. Bogus Boys to retort with the reality of it all. Read the rest of this entry »

Freddie Gibbs’ Cold Day In Hell will be the tape that has a snowball’s chance being remembered weeks and months from now. While others are dropping novelty tapes for the holiday, Freddie’s release seems meant to be played through winter and beyond. The tone is set by the distinguished art alone, which may be the illest seen this year. Beyond the cover, Cold Day… holds equally sick music and “consistency” best describes what Gibbs does best on this release. Read the rest of this entry »

Bun B’s still rhyming and we’re still listening. As Hip-Hop’s most beloved uncle, the surviving legacy of UGK continues to reach out and provide assistance where needed. In 2010, 14KT snagged the title of Red Bull Big Tune champ, which granted him the luxury of landing in the studio with Bun. Read the rest of this entry »

Some things are set up for failure before they’re even created. Naming your child Barack Obama II is one. Calling yourselves “The Dream Team” is another. And deciding to revive the timeless ’90s sketch comedy show In Living Color is another. The last of which your favorite station, FOX, has decided to do with the blessing of Keenan Ivory Wayans. Read the rest of this entry »

After getting the Interwebs all teary-eyed with the original version of his goosebump-inducing “Letter To My Son,” Don Trip caught the attention of Cee-Lo Green, who added his own soulful tones to a second serving of heartache. Read the rest of this entry »

A new Amy Winehouse album will be in stores on December 6th. Lioness: Hidden Treasures was compiled by the recently deceased singer’s frequent collaborators Mark Ronson and Salaam Remi and the 12 track collection features previously unreleased tracks, alternate versions of existing material, a handful of covers and a few new compositions. Read the rest of this entry »

Two weekends ago, San Fransisco 49ers rookie head coach Jim Harbaugh got into a heated back-and-forth exchange with Detroit head coach Jim Schwartz. The altercation was broken down and analyzed to the degree of an on-field play. Whether or not he was trolling Schwartz, Harbough’s youthful exuberance distracted many from the fact that his team had just knocked off a previously undefeated Detroit squad. Read the rest of this entry »