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The legendary rapper turned businessman Jay-Z is reportedly partnering with the NFL through his company Roc Nation Entertainment. The Grammy-winner, born Shawn Carter, will be managing some of the league’s entertainment options, including being a co-producer of the Superbowl Halftime show. The long-term agreement also includes the rapper having a major role in the sport’s…
On the Thursday, June 13th episode of #EverydayStruggle, DJ Akademiks, Nadeska and Wayno look back at ‘This Week in Hip-Hop’ in June 2010 when Drake released his debut album ‘‘Thank Me Later.’ They evaluate the impact of the project and Drake’s capacity for making hits at that point in his career before moving onto their…
The guys finalize the tour and give a recap of their set at the Roots Picnic (11:00) and on Summer Jam (28:18). They also discuss Jay-Z being the first Hip Hop billionaire (47:35), new music, Mal questions Wale’s management (77:33), and Mal’s DY review (118:20). Intro Song: Stephanie Mills – “Feel The Fire” Sleeper Picks…
The 2019 “BET AWARDS” returns live from the Microsoft Theater at LA Live on June 23rd, to celebrate the brightest stars across music, television, film, sports, and philanthropy. Today, BET Networks announces the 2019 nominees with Cardi B leading the pack. The starlet earned an impressive seven nominations, including ‘Best Female Hip Hop Artist,’ two…
On this episode, the guys pay their respects to John Singleton (14:50). They also discuss their experience at Jay-Z’s B-Sides concert (23:10), gentrification in black communities (41:00), SITW festival (55:50), the lack of infrastructure in battle rap (73:00), and a Game of Thrones review (88:40)!
On this episode the guys discuss Jay-Z’s B-side concert at the newly re-opened Webster Hall (11:30). They also discuss Coachella (29:13), Joe is cancelling Henry Hudson (63:12), Tiger Woods winning his 15th Masters (69:25), getting your old work back (92:44) and a ton more!
JAY-Z will officially re-open the iconic Webster Hall on Friday, April 26, 2019 following the completion of a comprehensive renovation to modernize the historic concert venue. The ‘B-Sides 2’ show is billed for Day 1 fans and will be JAY-Z’s first time playing the legendary venue located in Manhattan’s East Village. A limited number of…
One of Jay-Z’s classic albums and arguably his best body of work, The Blueprint, was recently added to the Library of Congress’ esteemed collection, the national registry. His sixth album, The Blueprint was the first part of a three-part series and featured incredible songs including the Nas/Mobb Deep diss track “Takeover”, “Song Cry”, “Heart of…