Nas and Damian Marley Give Update On Distant Relatives
When Nas and Damian Marley hit the studio to work on a record inspired by Africa, they only planned on putting out an EP. But as the artists continued to invest themselves in the creative collaboration, the album that was supposed to contain only a few tracks, grew into something bigger, and eventually evolved into a full length LP titled Distant Relatives.
Marley told Billboard.com, "Once we started working on the music, it was Nas who said to me, 'Yo, we should just make this ...
The Alchemist reveals track listing for Chemical Warfare 2
The Alchemist's forthcoming Chemical Warfare 2 is already a highly anticipated album. Now, with Eminem and others on board, it's sure to build an even greater buzz.
Fans who listened to 1st Infantry will get much of the same formula. The Alchemist will be manning the boards and taking some time behind the mic. However, he will not be alone. The ALC will have the assistance of many emcees, including the aforementioned Eminem. Aside from Slim, expect to hear Jadakiss...
With the CNN Channel 10 reunion album coming this spring, N.O.R.E. has been attempting a comeback of sorts. Through his video blogs, he has been taking fans through this journey, even filming himself on a workout plan. But, that comeback has been slightly halted by problems with the law.
This Sunday, N.O.R.E. was arrested after tossing a cup of yellow liquid on a man and punching him in the face at a local Fatburger in South Beach, Florida. According to the Miami Herald...
In promotion of the new CNN album "Channel 10", Capone-N-Noreaga have embarked on their World Domination Tour !! Follow the duo as they go on a 30 day tour tearing down venue after venue. Everyone has gotten to know N.O.R.E. pretty well now through his vlogs, but we have rarely seen or heard from Capone. Not anymore! Watch as the duo travel through city after city and take a peek into their life on the road as one of hip-hops most respected duo's!...
Prodigy Reworks 'H.N.I.C. 2' For Nov. 4th Re-release
A three year jail sentence has not slowed down the musical pursuits of Mobb Deep’s Prodigy, who next week will re-release an updated version of his third solo album, H.N.I.C. Pt.2.
Rechristened as H.N.I.C. Pt.2: The Ultimate Collectors Edition, the three disc album boasts eight new bonus songs featuring Havoc (“Dirty New Yorker”), Big Noyd (“It’s Nothing”), Cormega (“When I See You Remix”), Nyce, and Un Pacino (“Get Trapped”).
The second disc showcases full length videos ...
With Scarface declaring that his next album titled "Emeritus" will be his last, he stated that the only way he wouldn't kiss the game goodbye is if he's able to live out his dream; conducting a supergroup album featuring no other than Nas and Ice Cube.
When Ice Cube heard the news he responded by saying, “Of course, I wouldn’t even think twice about doing that…hell yeah!” Ice Cube declared. “I think the album would be crazy, lyrics would be sick, and Hip-Hop would love it. It’s just making that business happen...
Prodigy to release "Product of the 80's" album on October 21st
In the months leading up to his incarceration, Prodigy of Mobb Deep recorded a prolific body of work. A large portion of his efforts will be found on his upcoming album "Product of the 80's" which features Big Twins and Un Pacino, who both share heavy mic time with P.
"Product of the 80's" will be released October 21st on Dirt Class Records.
The album pays homage to the era Prodigy and his Queens...
2 years ago, when Nas said Hip-Hop was dead, Young Jeezy had made statements against that and also questioned Nas' street credibility.
Today it seemed that everything's cool between the them as Jeezy just announced a collaboration: "My President Is Black."
"Nas is on that joint by the way," Jeezy told MTV News. "Murdered it. Esco went in! Esco is a cool n---a, though. I can't even front. He's a thorough n---a. He went in on the record. I don't know...
Multi-platinum Def Jam recording artist Nas will embark on a 21-date summer tour in support of his untitled ninth studio album. The Jones Experience summer tour will kick off July 22 in Montreal, Canada, seven days after the highly anticipated and controversial album hits stores.
Produced by Guerilla Union, the entity behind the Rock the Bells and Paid Dues Festivals, the tour will bring Nas to various small clubs across North America, in what Nas described as...
Queensbridge duo Mobb Deep has filed a lawsuit against their former manager accusing him of using their music without permission.
The rappers have accused ex-manager Norman Bell of using their recordings on a "best of" album without their prior authorisation.
They further claim they were not paid $1 million royalties following the release of the album, reports TMZ.com.
Nas has inked a one-year partnership with athletic apparel company Fila, Billboard reports. Fila will offer reciprocal financial support for Nas’ print and TV ad campaign as well as his upcoming tour in support of his untitled album, due July 15 via Def Jam. In return, the MC will wear Fila products and co-create an apparel line that draws from fashions of the late ’80s. "My mother used to take care of us. She didn't want us...