Official Video of J.Cole's new single "Work Out"

Here's the brand new video for "Work Out" from J. Cole, the 26-year old Roc Nation-signed rapper. Recently on Twitter, Cole announced that his debut album "Cole World: The Sideline Story" will be released in stores on September 27. I feel that this record is a good end-of-summer jam to hype us for the album. Enjoy...




Additionally, you know I can't get outta here without giving away something free to yall today...so here's a FREE DOWNLOAD LINK for the above song "Work Out"...Hope you Enjoy!

http://www.mediafire.com/?z6bipab6iwmzu7o

Dee-1's official video for new single "The One That Got Away" (ft. Mannie Fresh)

Dee-1 is a New Orleans-rapper bringing some fresh air to the southern rap scene. He's got a LSU college education, is an ex-middle school teacher, opts to use no profanity in his lyrics, and was recently honored with a XXL Magazine's Show & Prove article. Off the heels of touring to support his latest mixtape 'I Hope They Hear Me Vol. 2', here's the official video for his newest single, "The One That Got Away", which features Mannie Fresh. Dee-1 is my fam on facebook, and I'm liking the humbleness he's bringing to the game, so please check it out and support. Hope you enjoy...



Additionally, you know I can't get outta here without giving away something free to yall today...so here's a FREE DOWNLOAD LINK for the above song "The One That Got Away"...Hope you Enjoy!

http://www.mediafire.com/?s184nitg17fvv8b

Young Jeezy Interviews w/ 93.7FM Connecticut: Speaks on new single, a new mixtape before the TM103 album, and looking for new talent.

Young Jeezy, the 33-year old Grammy-nominated rapper from Atlanta, has a confirmed September 20th release date for his next album 'TM103' and is starting to get excited. While sitting down with Jenny Boom Boom @ Hot 93.7FM Connecticut, Jeezy discusses his new single "Shake Life", an announced remix he's working on, his plan to release a new 'Real Is Back Pt. 2' mixtape before TM103 drops, and how he's looking to sign more talent at CTE Worldwide. Enjoy...

Grafh Tells MTV That He Has No Beef with 50 Cent!

Grafh is a 28-year old rapper hailing from Queens, New York who's garnered moderate success through mixtapes since 2001. He recently sat down to interview with MTV and spoke about being managed by 50 Cent's ex-manager, memories of trying to meet with 50 @ G-Unit Headquarters, and (at least from his end) there's no beef he has with 50 Cent. For those not familar with his music - despite having yet to release a studio album, Grafh has had his music featured in TV Shows like: HBO’s Entourage, Fox’s Meth and Red, BET’s Ultimate Hustler as well as in a number of video games including: EA Sport’s NFL Streets, Saint’s Row, and 25 to Life. Grafh is currently a free agent looking for the right major label record deal and is a the flagship artist at Black Hand Entertainment. He can be reached on twitter @ http://twitter.com/Grafh. Enjoy...

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The Game explains his "Uncle Otis" diss record & sends warning to Big Sean!

31-year old rapper, The Game, sat down with VladTV to quickly explain his diss record "Uncle Otis" (recorded over Jay-Z & Kanye's "Otis"). He discusses the fans' reception when he released the song, exactly who he was targeting, and how alot of the other indirect disses aren't to be taken too seriously. For those that haven't heard it yet - the song takes minor lyrical shots at: JayZ, Kanye West, Big Sean, Keyshawn, Tyler The Creator, & Frank Ocean. Game goes as far to respectfully warn Big Sean to stay in his lane, and reaffirms that he'll be ready for him if Big Sean disses and says his name back.




Additionally, you know I can't get outta here without giving you something...so here's a FREE LINK for the above mentioned diss song "Uncle Otis"...Hope you Enjoy!

http://www.megaupload.com/?d=NWX566Y6

My Weekly Promos #4 (get 'em while they hot)

Alright folks...I'm part of 2 different record pools (TjsDjs & 4th Dimension) and weekly I'm sent typically 9 or more new records for me to rate, try to break, and get people to like. Since this blog is getting steady traffic now, I'm hoping I can get the music out quicker here as well. As said before, every promo contains a 'DJ pack' of each single; meaning you get a dirty version, clean version, instrumental, & artwork. So if you collect music, write, rap, record...feel free to remix anything I throw up here. All I ask is if you do record something, please send me a copy of it so I can check it out. Thanks!

> DRAKE - "Headlines"
[Produced by: Boi-1da]
> MISTAH FAB - "City Nights" (ft. T-Pain)
[Produced by: The Cataracs]
> ACE HOOD - "Go'N Get It RMX" (ft. Beanie Sigel, Busta Rhymes, & etc)
[Produced by: Lex Luger]
> MAC MILLER - "Donald Trump"
[Produced by: Sap]
> OBIE TRICE - "Battle Cry"
[Produced by: Rezza Bros.]
> BEI MAEJOR - "Trouble"(ft. J. Cole)
[Produced by: Bei Maejor]

To save myself the embarassment of too much traffic here, constant copyright infringment allegiations, and to make it easier for yall to get your FREE MUSIC, ADD me on facebook @ http://www.facebook.com/doctorJ82 - to ask how to join my VIP WEEKLY PROMOS group to get ALL the FREE GIFTS. Stay tuned!

Remember, if you record something, send it my way so I can check it out. Feel free to leave comments, and please join/follow this blog if you like it. The more traffic I get here, the more downloads I will put up. Enjoy...

Actor Idris Elba Thinks Back to Working w/ Jay-Z on his 'American Gangster' CD

Idris Elba, the 38-year old actor sat down with TheLifeFiles.com (shoutouts!) and breaks down exactly how he linked up with Jay-Z, and got on to do the Intro for the American Gangster album. Now living in New York, Elba originally grew up in Canning Town, East London (notice the accent) as a Hip-hop fan. He gained his fam being a British television, theatre, and film actor who has starred in both British and American productions. Other than appearing in the movie American Gangster, Idris has been in TV shows such as: The Wire, Law & Order, The Office, and Luther. He's also starred in such films as: Tyler Perry's Daddy's Little Girls, 28 Weeks Later, This Christmas, RockNRolla, Prom Night, The Unborn, Obsessed, Legacy, The Losers, Takers, Thor...and is currently working on the Ghost Rider sequel.

Kese Soprano's "El Capitan" promo video...Captain America Mixtape coming soon!

This is family here...Kese Soprano is an Illmatic emcee repping Paterson, New Jersey to the fullest. He's a humble friend, and my best dream-comparison to describe his style is combining the best parts of both Biggie & Jay-Z. He's currently being promoted by Mogul Marathon/Smart Money Ent., and is open for gigs, interviews, and features. Kese is ready to give hip hop the change it needs and has begun to do just that by joining the diverse group LiveViaSatellite. Not only did this group create its own genre, combining HipHop, R&B, and Alternative, but they have begun to take their music to a “whole new level” so to speak. Here is "El Capitan" which I'm told, is the first of many promo videos to promote Kese Soprano's mixtape 'Captain America' which is coming soon. This is just the beginning…

Big Sean interviews w/ AllHipHop - Tells his 5 Firsts! (1st Kiss, 1st Stage, 1st Sexual Experience, etc)

23-year old rapper Big Sean, hailing from Detroit, recently sat down for an interview with AllHipHop.com. The theme was 'Top 5 Firsts' - ranging from questions about 1st Kiss, 1st Sexual experience, 1st time on stage, 1st time in a studio, and 1st time he told his family he wanted to pursue a rap career. He takes the questions thrown at him pretty humbly, and gives some honest answers. If you haven't supported it already, go out there and buy his new debut "Finally Famous", featuring the hit singles "My Last" (ft. Chris Brown) and "Marvin and Chardonnay" (ft. Kanye West). Enjoy...

Sean Paul speaks with VladTV about Buju Banton's prison situation + Freestyles

38 year-old Sean Paul, a Grammy-winning dancehall & rap star, sits down for an interview and discusses his feelings towards the legend Buju Banton's current prison situation. For those that didn't know, Buju was arrested in Miami back in December 2009, and found guilty for conspiracy of drug distribution - in which he started serving a 10-year sentence in March 2011. Sean Paul remembers back to the first time meeting Banton, the last time they saw each other, and sends his blessings. Below that, is also an exclusive freestyle Sean spit for VladTV right after the interview. Check it out and enjoy...

Miguel's new music video for "Quickie"!

For those of you that have downloaded my latest FREE promo singles and were digging Miguel's newest joint "Quickie", I present to you the new official music video for it. Miguel's a 24-year old singer from Los Angeles, California signed to Jive Records. "Quickie" is his 3rd single off of his debut album 'All I Want Is You'. The song is produced by newcomer Fisticuffs, and is being sent to urban radio today (8/2/11). Quickie blends slick and slow R&B, with Prince-esque theatrics for a sensual radio-friendly summer jam that should be on any bedroom mix. Go out and support, by buying his album. Check it out and enjoy...

Quickie [OFFICIAL VIDEO] from Miguel on Vimeo.

David Banner speaks with VladTV - discusses working with 9th Wonder & how Black Men are viewed overseas.

Mississippi-rapper David Banner is never one to shy away from intelligent conversations. Here he sits down with VladTV (shoutout!) and speaks on working with producer 9th Wonder, as well as how black men are viewed by the overseas market. Enjoy...

My Weekly Promos #3 (get 'em while they hot)

Alright folks...I'm part of 2 different record pools (TjsDjs & 4th Dimension) and weekly I'm sent typically 9 or more new records for me to rate, try to break, and get people to like. Since this blog is getting steady traffic now, I'm hoping I can get the music out quicker here as well. As said before, every promo contains a 'DJ pack' of each single; meaning you get a dirty version, clean version, instrumental, & artwork. So if you collect music, write, rap, record...feel free to remix anything I throw up here. All I ask is if you do record something, please send me a copy of it so I can check it out. Thanks!

> COMMON - "Ghetto Dreams" (ft. Nas)
[Produced by: No I.D.]
> DJ KHALED - "It Ain't Over Till It's Over" (ft. Fabolous & Jadakiss)
[Produced by: Infinity]
> RAEKWON - "Rock-N-Roll RMX" (ft. The Game, Busta Rhymes, & etc)
[Produced by: DJ Khalil]
> TREY SONGZ - "Unusual" (ft. Drake)
[Produced by: Pop Wansel & OAK]
> LONNY BEREAL - "Favor" (ft. Kelly Rowland)
[Produced by: Battleroy & J. Marlon]
> MIGUEL - "Quickie"
[Produced by: Fisticuffs]

To save myself the embarassment of too much traffic here, constant copyright infringment allegiations, and to make it easier for yall to get your FREE MUSIC, ADD me on facebook @ http://www.facebook.com/doctorJ82 - to ask how to join my VIP WEEKLY PROMOS group to get ALL the FREE GIFTS. Stay tuned!

Remember, if you record something, send it my way so I can check it out. Feel free to leave comments, and please join/follow this blog if you like it. The more traffic I get here, the more downloads I will put up. Enjoy...

Exclusive Behind The Scenes Footage from the set of The Game's "Pot Of Gold" Video Shoot

For those that are digging the new Game single "Pot Of Gold" (which is now available in my Weekly Promos #2 & VIP Group on Facebook)...I've got some behind the scenes footage from his recent video shoot, thanks to RapUpTV (big shoutout!). Other than scenes from the video set, he also he speaks on: the theme of the video, and reminiscing back to where he used to live as a kid. Enjoy...

My Weekly Promos #2 (get 'em while they hot)

Alright folks...I'm part of 2 different record pools (TjsDjs & 4th Dimension) and weekly I'm sent typically 9 or more new records for me to rate, try to break, and get people to like. Since this blog is getting steady traffic now, I'm hoping I can get the music out quicker here as well. As said before, every promo contains a 'DJ pack' of each single; meaning you get a dirty version, clean version, instrumental, & artwork. So if you collect music, write, rap, record...feel free to remix anything I throw up here. All I ask is if you do record something, please send me a copy of it so I can check it out. Thanks!

> THE GAME - "Pot Of Gold" (ft. Chris Brown)
[Produced by: The Futuristics]
> PUSHA T - "Trouble On My Mind" (ft. Tyler The Creator)
[Produced by: The Neptunes]
> JAY-Z & KANYE WEST - "Otis"
[Produced by: Kanye West]
> LLOYD - "Be The One" (ft. Young Jeezy & Trey Songz)
[Produced by: Polow Da Don]
> WIZ KHALIFA - "No Sleep"
[Produced by: Benny Blanco & Detail]
> MARIO - "My Bed"
[Produced by: Deep Henderson & Chef Tone]

To save myself the embarassment of too much traffic here, constant copyright infringment allegiations, and to make it easier for yall to get your FREE MUSIC, ADD me on facebook @ http://www.facebook.com/doctorJ82 - to ask how to join my VIP WEEKLY PROMOS group to get ALL the FREE GIFTS. Stay tuned!

Remember, if you record something, send it my way so I can check it out. Feel free to leave comments, and please join/follow this blog if you like it. The more traffic I get here, the more downloads I will put up. Enjoy...

Nore Interviews with VladTV again - speaks on his label situation with Busta Rhymes.

Queens-rapper NORE sits down again with VladTV during a drive and talks about the fans' confusion of his label situation, since Busta Rhymes tweeted that he signed him to Conglomerate Records. NORE goes into details on how the record deal is more of a partnership with Busta to mother his own label Thugged Out Militanment with further marketing from Chris Lighty & Violator Management. Enjoy...

Lloyd Interviews w/ VladTV - Speaks on being signed to Interscope, Creative Freedom, His newest album being #1, & His own Production Duties

Continuing his sales' success of his new album "King Of Hearts", since the last Lloyd interview I posted up, the 25-year old R&B singer, sat down to speak with VladTV (shoutout!) for an interview. During which - he discusses being signed to Interscope Records, finally having creative freedom, his newest album being #1, his own production duties, and some of the producers he's worked with on the new album (such as: Polow Da Don, D-Mile, Ester Dean, Bei Maejor, Mizzle Boy, Hollywood Hot Sauce, D-Smith, and others). Check it out...

Bow Wow In The Studio Working on his debut for Cash Money Records

The pressure is on Atlanta-rapper Bow Wow who is now 24-years old and freshly signed to Cash Money Records. His intentions are to bring his new music back to the forefront of the rap game, and put both his latest news headlines & kiddie image behind him. His next album 'Underrated' is scheduled for a November 2011 release, and in various interviews he said features that he has set could include: Lil Wayne, Nicki Minaj, Chris Brown, Snoop Dogg, The Game, Birdman, Sean Kingston, & Boyz II Men. To get a buzz going he plans on dropping his 'Greenlight 4' Mixtape this month, and below is studio footage of him working on new music from the mixtape. Enjoy...

Nas & Common: Behind The Scenes Footage of the making of "Ghetto Dreams"

Ok, these are 2 of my favorite lyricists EVER, Common & Nas...and they have recently recorded a song TOGETHER called "Ghetto Dreams" for Common's next album 'The Dreamer, The Believer' due out in late 2011. The No ID-production sounds very Premier-esque and the song is gonna be amazing. Now what I have for you below is loads of behind the scenes footage of the making of the song, each emcee explaining how they inspire each other, them reminiscing the good old days, as well as commentary from: Common, Nas, and producer No ID. Enjoy...

My Weekly Promos #1 (get 'em while they hot)

Alright folks...I'm part of 2 different record pools (TjsDjs & 4th Dimension) and weekly I'm sent typically 9 or more new records for me to rate, try to break, and get people to like. Since this blog is getting steady traffic now, I'm hoping I can get the music out quicker here as well. As said before, every promo contains a 'DJ pack' of each single; meaning you get a dirty version, clean version, instrumental, & artwork. So if you collect music, write, rap, record...feel free to remix anything I throw up here. All I ask is if you do record something, please send me a copy of it so I can check it out. Thanks!

This week's featured promos are:

> BIG SEAN - "Marvin & Chardonnay" (ft. Kanye West & Roscoe Dash)
[Produced by: Pop Wansel & Mike Dean]
> PIMP C - "Grippin' On The Wood" (ft. Bun B & Big KRIT)
[Produced by: Beat Masta Wes]
> BAD MEETS EVIL - "Lighters" (ft. Bruno Mars)
[Produced by: Eminem & The Smeezingtons]
> J. COLE - "Work Out"
[Produced by: Elite & J. Cole]
> ACE HOOD - "Body 2 Body" (ft. Chris Brown)
[Produced by: J.U.S.T.I.C.E. League]
> JASON DERULO - "Don't Wanna Go Home"
[Produced by: The Fliptones]

To save myself the embarassment of too much traffic here, constant copyright infringment allegiations, and to make it easier for yall to get your FREE MUSIC, ADD me on facebook @ http://www.facebook.com/doctorJ82 - to ask how to join my VIP WEEKLY PROMOS group to get ALL the FREE GIFTS. Stay tuned!

Remember, if you record something, send it my way so I can check it out. Feel free to leave comments, and please join/follow this blog if you like it. The more traffic I get here, the more downloads I will put up. Enjoy...

Comedian JB Smoove Interviews with Young Jack Thriller @ ThisIs50

Comedian JB Smoove, repping both North Carolina & Mount Vernon-New York, recently sat down with Young Jack Thriller from ThisIs50.com (big shoutout!) to talk about paths in life, the biggest misconception about him, people thinking he's always in haracter, being a voice in the upcoming 4th installment of "Ice Age", and what else he is working on - dude is staying busy and definitely funny! Check it out...

Beanie Sigel Interview with DJ Green Lantern @ Invasion/Sirius XM (Denies Apologizing to Jay-Z)

Alot of people I know have Philly-emcee Beanie Sigel, on milk-carton-status, wondering where he's been at. Well, Beans stopped by the Invasion Show Studio for Sirius XM Radio, and had this interview with DJ Green Lantern. Among other things, he speaks about coming back to music; denies his recent on-air "apology" to JayZ on May 31st; his recent work on a new mixtape with DJ Green Lantern; and even a lengthy "On Da Spot" freestyle. Check it out and enjoy...

Young Jeezy Announces: New Album Release Date, 1st Single, & Tour Dates

Just days after revealing that Def Jam Records will be releasing his next CD "Thug Motivation 103" on September 20th, Young Jeezy has dropped some more news to the media. He personally told us that his album's first single will be entitled "Shake Life". Jeezy has already filmed a music video for it, and Def Jam plans on sending it to all DJs and urban radios by August 1st. The trap star was also excited to highlight that another possible single will be called "I Do" and there will be 2 versions on the album - one featuring Andre 3000 (from Outkast), and the other featuring JayZ & Drake. To go along with all of this, Young Jeezy is also scheduled to embark on a summer US tour, starting on July 29th. He plans to bring his newest signee, Freddie Gibbs (who is on the 2010 XXL Freshmen Magazine cover) on the road for some of his show dates. Below is a list of the dates/venues for Young Jeezy's tour:

Dates: ----- Location: ----- Venue:
07/29- Dallas,TX - The Palladium
07/31- New Orleans,LA - House Of Blues
08/02- Charlotte,NC - Fillmore
08/03- Myrtle Beach,SC - House Of Blues
08/04- Richmond,VA - The National
08/05- Norfolk,VA - NorVa
08/06- New Haven,CT - Toad’s Place
08/07- Philadelphia,PA - Theatre of Living Arts
08/09- Boston,MA - House Of Blues
08/10- Providence,RI - Lupo’s Lounge
08/12- Cleveland,OH - House Of Blues
08/13- Dayton,OH - Hammerjax
08/14- Louisville,KY - Mix Factory
08/15- Kalamazoo,MI - Kalamazoo State Theatre
08/17- Fargo,ND - The Hub Amphitheate
08/18- Sioux City,IA - Tyson Center
08/19- Milwaukee,WI - The Rave
08/20- Kansas City,MO - Mammoth
08/21- Lincoln,NE - Pershing Auditorium
08/22- Tulsa,OK - Elm Casino
08/23- Denver,CO - Ogden Theatre
08/24- Salt Lake City,UT - In the Venue
08/25- Phoenix, AZ - Celebrity Theatre
08/26- Las Vegas,NV - Pearl @ Palms
08/27- Tucson,AZ - Rialto Theatre
08/28- Los Angeles,CA - MTV VMAs 2011
08/30- Los Angeles,CA - House Of Blues
08/31- San Francisco,CA - Mezzanine
09/01- Portland,OR - Roseland
09/02- Seattle,WA - Showbox at the Market

Additionally, you know I can't get outta here without giving you something...so here's a FREE LINK for the above mentioned 1st single "SHAKE LIFE"...Hope you Enjoy!

http://www.wupload.com/file/63889283/Shake_Life_-_Jeezy.mp3

BlackStar announces Full Album Tour, and Confirms that Raekwon, Ghostface, & Mobb Deep will Join Them For Some Dates!

For my real Hip-Hop heads out there...this bit of news has me excited. Legendary rap group Mos Def & Talib Kweli (better known as BlackStar) have recently enjoyed performing together during this year's Rock The Bells tour, and have decided to keep the momentum going. With Rock The Bells coming to an end next month, Blackstar has announced that they are extending their 'full-album tour' set until the beginning of October. For anyone that isn't aware, the buzz behind this 'full-album' set is that they are performing their classic album "Mos Def & Talib Kweli Are BlackStar" in complete tracklist order. If that's not enough they have now added both Wu-Tang's Raekwon & Ghostface Killah, and Queens-duo Mobb Deep to the tour bill as well for some shows. Respectively, Raekwon & Ghostface will perform "Only Built 4 Cuban Linx" in completion; while Mobb Deep will perform "The Infamous" in completion. If any of yall know me, I'll be there in person down in Miami Beach on both September 15th & September 27th. Check out the list of dates & venues below to see if they come near you:

Date: ----- City, State: ----- Venue: ---- Scheduled Artists

08/13- New Orleans,LA - House Of Blues [Rae/Ghostface & Mobb Deep]
08/14- Dallas, TX - House Of Blues [Rae/Ghostface & Mobb Deep]
08/16- Phila., PA - Living Arts Theatre [Rae/Ghostface & Mobb Deep]
08/20- San Bernardino,CA – R.T.B. Festival [All 3 Groups!]
08/21- San Diego,CA - House Of Blues [Rae/Ghostface & Mobb Deep]
08/22- Las Vegas,NV - House Of Blues [Rae/Ghostface & Mobb Deep]
08/27- Mountain View,CA – R.T.B. Festival [All 3 Groups!]
08/30- Indianapolis,IN - Egyptian Room [Rae/Ghostface & Mobb Deep]
08/31- Cincinnati,OH - Bogart's Lounge [Rae/Ghostface & Mobb Deep]
09/01- Detroit,MI - Saint Andrew's Hall [Rae/Ghostface & Mobb Deep]
09/03- New York, NY – R.T.B. Festival [All 3 Groups!]
09/06- New Orleans, LA – House Of Blues [All 3 Groups!]
09/07- Dallas, TX – House Of Blues [Blackstar]
09/08- Cleveland,OH - House Of Blues [Rae/Ghostface & Mobb Deep]
09/08- Houston, TX – House Of Blues [Blackstar]
09/11- Philadelphia,PA – TLA [Blackstar]
09/13- Las Vegas,NV – House Of Blues [Blackstar]
09/13- Miami Beach,FL - Fillmore [Rae/Ghostface & Mobb Deep]
09/15- Atlanta,GA - The Tabernacle [Rae/Ghostface & Mobb Deep]
09/16- Indianapolis, IN – Egyptian Room [Blackstar]
09/16- Myrtle Beach,SC - House Of Blues [Rae/Ghostface & Mobb Deep]
09/17- Cincinnati,OH – Bogart’s [Blackstar]
09/17- Charlotte,NC - Fillmore Charlotte [Rae/Ghostface & Mobb Deep]
09/18- Washington, DC – The Fillmore [Blackstar]
09/20- Mansfield, MA – R.T.B. Festival [All 3 Groups!]
09/21- Detroit, MI – St. Andrew’s Hall [Blackstar]
09/22- Cleveland, OH – House Of Blues [Blackstar]
09/23- Chicago, IL – House Of Blues [Blackstar]
09/25- San Diego, CA – House Of Blues [Blackstar]
09/27- Miami Beach, FL – The Fillmore [Blackstar]
09/28- Atlanta, GA – Tabernacle [Blackstar]
09/29- Charlotte, NC – The Fillmore [Blackstar]
10/01- Myrtle Beach, SC – House Of Blues [Blackstar]

Cris Rodriguez Comedy LIVE @ Jai Tai Showcase 5/2011

For anyone that doesn't know Cris Rodriguez (aka Biggie Brown), he's a big funny Mexican, LOL. He's my good friend, has a good taste in Rap/Hip-Hop music, an alumni from my college FAU, and one of my closest fraternity brothers. He used to be a fellow Floridian, straight from country-ass Okeechobee, but now lives all the way in Seattle, Washington. He's a new father, a criminal justice major, and has an incredibly in your face, funny sense of humor that I just knew was fit for comedy. Over the last year, he's been working the indie comedy circuit in lounges/clubs throughout Seattle, and getting funnier and funnier. I'm hoping he'll be blessing a stage in Florida in the very near future - you know I'll be there front row. Below is some video footage from one of his recent shows - please check my brotha out, and he can be reached via facebook @ http://www.facebook.com/crisrodriguez74. If you like him, let him know - Enjoy...

R&B Artist Lloyd Interview @ Power-92.3 - Speaks his CD release, his features, his single selections, & more

In excitement for his new album release of 'King Of Hearts', R&B artist Lloyd makes a quick stop @ Chicago's Hot-92.3, to interview with Ashley. He briefly speaks about the features he'll have, his single selection, recording a video for the next single "Be The One" (ft. Trey Songz & Young Jeezy), and going on tour with Lil Wayne & Rick Ross. I am personally feeling his new album as well & expect it to open up #1 in nation. Check It Out...



Additionally, you know I can't get outta here without giving away something free to yall today...so here's a FREE DOWNLOAD LINK for the next single "Be The One"...Hope you Enjoy...

LINK: http://www.mediafire.com/?5cu5i8mdkp695jt

J. Cole Interview @ HOT 93.7 - Speaks on Touring, His CD Release Date, & Not Being On "Watch The Throne"

J. Cole, the 26-year old Roc Nation-signed rap artist, has been very busy opening up on Rihanna's nationwide tour, and is extremely happy to finally receive his album release date for "Cole World: The Sideline Story" on 9/27/2011. The morning after his show in Boston, Cole was nice enough to stop by HOT-93.7 in Hartford, Connecticut to be interviewed by personality Jenny Boom-Boom (shoutouts!). They speak on a multitude of topics such as: Touring with Rihanna, RocNation thinking he has a gambling problem, his CD release date, how many songs he's recorded for his debut, his features he'll have on his own CD, not being featured on "Watch The Throne", and much more. Enjoy...

Jay Rock's new album Studio Listening Session (and legends Dr. Dre & Snoop approve)

I've been supporting the 25-year old rapper from LA, Jay Rock, for a long time. He's dropped a load of mixtapes & he's been through a whirlwind of recording situations - From attempting to write for Aftermath, to touring with 50 Cent, to having a failed record deal with Warner Bros Records, to being named MTV's Breath-through MC of 2010, to being featured on the XXL Freshman cover, and then finally successfully signing a record deal at Tech N9ne's independent juggaknot Strange Music in late 2010 - he's been through alot. He's collaborated with artists like: Lil Wayne, Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Will-I-Am, Akon, The Game, Twista, E-40, Bun B, Xzibit, Kurupt, Glasses Malone, Lloyd, Omarion, Main-o, Crooked I, Nippsey Hussle, Kendrick Lamar, his boss Tech N9ne, and more. Below is a 2-minute clip of footage from a studio listening session of his new debut album "Follow Me Home". Rap legends Dr. Dre & Snoop Dogg are in attendance and give him their stamp of approval! If you are feeling his album too...it'll be released in stores today (7/26/2011) so go support him & buy it. Enjoy...

Calling All Artists: Starting SUNDAY 7/24, I'll be posting Weekly Promos (FREE DOWNLOADS)

Dear all...emcees, poets, singers, lyricists, wanna-be rappers, record collectors, music fans, and kids that just want to impress their friends:

Starting this SUNDAY, July 24th, 2011...I will be begin a new downloading segment on this blog called the "Weekly Promos". I'm currently a member of 2 different record pools [Tjsdjs & 4th Dimension] and receive promo singles weekly either physically or digitally in the intent of me breaking new music. Over the course of the last 2 weeks MANY people have hit me up on my facebook (www.facebook.com/doctorJ82) for instrumentals to specific songs that they can either remix or rap over. To make it easier for everyone I'll will take the time once a week to upload the best 5-6 promo singles here on my blog. They will be available for FREE DOWNLOAD, so be sure to check weekly to get your music. All I ask is, if you do remix a song, please send it back my way and if I like it, I'll highlight you here for a week. Easy as that...so stay tuned!!!

Young Buck's new music video for "I'm Done Wit Yall"

Former G-Unit rapper from Tennessee, Young Buck is slowly trying to grind out of his financial struggles hopefully back into the media spotlight. While his IRS court cases (and house auction) have been put on hold due to a new round of contract-release negotiations with his old boss 50 Cent...Young Buck has been virally putting out a new stream of music via the internet. Recently linking up with Memphis-producer Drumma Boy, Young Buck has been working on a series of mixtapes called 'B.O.M.B.S' [Back On My Buck Shit]. Below is a new music video for "I'm Done Wit Yall" a song from 'B.O.M.B.S. Vol. 2'. This goes hard, I'm it liking alot, and must say that this is the Buck-sound that made me a fan, so I'm hoping for more music like this. Drumma Boy also stated that 'B.O.M.B.S. Vol 3" will be releasing soon after summer 2011. Stay tuned...



Additionally, you know I can't get outta here without giving away something free to yall today...so here's a FREE DOWNLOAD LINK for the above song "I'm Done Wit Yall"...Hope you Enjoy!

http://www.mediafire.com/?97i0fknfee6kf6i

NORE Video Interview; Speaks on Most Influential Latin Rappers & Wants Fabolous & Juelz To Rep Spanish Heritage

Last month VladTV (shoutouts) did their own editorial on who the Top 10 Most Influential Latin artists were. Queens rapper, NORE (1/2 of CNN) respectfully turned up as #7 on the list. After a recent Yankees game, VladTV caught up with NORE and interviewed him on the results of the Top 10. He gives his own Top 10 list, and among other things, pointed out that artists like Fabolous [Dominican] and Juelz Santana [Dominican] need to represent their Latin heritage a little more to be included on any media lists. Check it out...



Now, I agree with NORE here; and this kinda digs up a bigger debate. Hip-Hop has been a multi-cultural society, that has welcomed all ethinicities in for over 30 years now. I myself have found it kind of odd that in multiple interviews Fabolous has been quoted as saying that "My dad is Dominican"; instead of claiming that he's Dominican as well. Me being a 'mutt' of cultures too, I think it's these mixes that make us more unique and well-rounded. Now everyone is welcome to their own private anxieties or insecurities, but I agree that if a person that doesn't take claim to a certain origin or speak to/for that experience/ethicinity it's kind of hard for me to count them as an influence to that ethicinity. Obviously that my opinion...I'd love to hear yours, so leave a comment, and let your words be heard.

Video proof that NBA Legend, Michael Jordan, can still dunk now @ age 48

It's really no secret that I've been a huge Jordan fan since as long as I can remember. Here's just real quick video proof that the legendary Bulls guard, Michael Jordan, can still get up and dunk a basketball now at age 48. Enjoy...

New Hopsin Video "Ill Mind of Hopsin 4" (Tyler The Creator diss)

If anything the new Tech N9ne album has put me onto a really dope emcee named Hopsin, that I previously have never heard of before...and the more music I find, I'm becoming a bigger fan. Hopsin's a 26-year old rapper from Panorama City, California. He was initally signed to Ruthless Records back in 2007, but opted out because of stagnant business. Since then he's been slowly building a small internet buzz by posting his notable music videos and small shows/films on websites like Youtube. Most recently in 2011, he earned a primetime feature along with B.o.B. on indepedent juggaknot Tech N9ne's latest album 'All 6's & 7's' on the song "Am I A Psycho?". Below is his newest video for the song "Ill Mind of Hopsin 4", in which takes some jabs at OddFuture's frontman Tyler The Creator. Subsequently, both TI & B.o.B. (who Tyler The Creator has dissed as well) have stated their and posted this same video on their Facebook pages too. Enjoy...

Exclusive Footage Yesterday of DMX's release from Arizona State Prison!

Legendary rapper DMX, originally from Yonkers, NY, is officially a free man after serving 8-months of incarceration. He was released yesterday (7/19/2011) from prison in Yuma, Arizona. He told reporters from Allhiphop.com (big-up!) that his first stop would be to visit his probation officer, next a small shopping trip, and then directly to a recording studio. DMX who has lived in Maricopa County in central Arizona since 2006 stated that he has already spoken on the phone with his ex-wife and youngest daughter, and can't wait to go home. DMX, born as Earl Simmons, was originally sentenced to 11-months in prison back in December 2010 for violating his probation with a multitude of traffic infractions and failing to submit to a drug test. The sentence could have been as short as 6-months, was increased for 2 more months because of DMX's repeated violations of smoking in a designated area, and his involvement in helping others sneak in drugs. Check out the video below to see DMX's first moments out of prison, who he'd like to collaborate with, and his eagerness to get back to recording and performing. Enjoy...

Official Artwork for Lil Wayne's "Carter IV" deluxe edition CD?

Well...I am being told that this is the official final artwork of the Deluxe Edition for Lil Wayne's next album release "Carter IV". I dunno if I like it or not, but I see the theme they are running with here, and it will standout on the store self. I definitely really wanna hear your opinions on this one!

Cali emcee Kendrick Lamar in the studio w/ Pharrell Williams

For those of you up on newcomer California emcee Kendrick Lamar, he was recently in the studio working on a few tracks with Pharrell Williams & The Neptunes. For those that don't know about him, step your game up. He is a 24 year old rapper from Compton, whose been experimenting with his new breed of hip-hop that combines raw lyricism, street themed music, and a strong jazz-influenced selection of production. He's recently been a featured artist on XXL Magazine's 2011 Freshman cover. In 2010, thanks to the regional buzz he received from his debut EP release "The Kendrick Lamar EP", he began touring with Tech N9ne & Jay Rock. 2011 is looking even bigger for him as he currently just finished up touring with Drake & Rihanna, and has released in the beginning of July his first retail store/Itune release, "Section.80". It contains highlighted features from: RZA (from Wu-Tang), GLC, & Colin Munroe; while having production from the likes of Terrace Martin, J. Cole, Wildfyer, THC, and others. Enjoy the studio footage below:

Exclusive Backstage Footage of Wiz Khalifa on The Rolling Papers Tour

Here is loads of Atlanta exclusive video footage (shoutouts Allhiphop.com) of Pittsburgh emcee Wiz Khalifa who is really enjoying the road on The Rolling Papers US Tour. The cameras catch-up with Wiz backstage, on stage, and even a little commentary from DJ Drama. Enjoy...

Crazy Hood's HECKLER Interview on WRBITV (7/14/11)

Miami-representerrrrrrrrrrrr!!...I got a little special segment (props to DJ EFN for the hook-up) from another artist that I've had the opportunity to perform with twice. Originally from the west side of Chicago, he resides and reps the bottom of the map (Miami) to the fullest. Besides touring with Crazy Hood and his group Da ALL, he has shared stages with the likes of Outkast, Busta Rhymes, NORE, Redman, KRS-One, Masta Ace, and many more. Here's a recent interview Heckler did with WRBITV on the G-Spot show last night. In this interview Heckler talks about the current state of hip-hop, all the work he has put in, and about his recent solo album release. Heck also talks about his music maturing with him. Please enjoy the video below, and you can also download (for free) to check out Heckler's debut cd "No Joke" at the follow link:
http://www.mediafire.com/?fps8pei77lll8m0

Outkast's Big Boi speaks on squashing his beef & collaborating with Killer Mike (with download)

After a show, Big Boi from Outkast quickly speaks to VladTV about squashing his long-time beef with his former artist Killer Mike, how easy it was, collaborating with him on the "Ready Set Go Remix", and gives a shoutout to the incarcerated TI. To get yall up to date, Killer Mike was originally signed to Big Boi's Purple Ribbon Records, and was introduced on the Grammy-winning Outkast song "The Whole World" and it's respective video. After his Grammy success, Killer Mike's debut album "Monster" was released and didn't sell well. Based on his lack of success, he asked Big Boi for a contract release so he could sign elsewhere, but Big Boi denied his release. In 2007, Killer Mike took his complaints public describing being signed to Purple Ribbon "as bad as playing for the Clippers", and that he "rather play for winning teams like the Lakers". Big Boi finally granted him his contract release in 2008, and Killer Mike quickly left and signed at TI's Grand Hustle/Warner Music Group imprint. Enjoy...




For a limited time, click the link below if you would like to download the song they collaborated together on, along with TI, entitled "Ready Set Go Remix":
http://www.mediafire.com/?3mmwka37a35ldet

Akon (finally) discusses on film about T-Pain future move to Young Money/Cash Money Records

Ok, this gossip has been in the rumor mill for what has seemed like almost 2 years now - but no one was willing to comment on it until now! Konvict Muzik's CEO Akon finally has gone on film over at VladTV (shoutouts!) to briefly shed some light that there's truth to T-Pain's eventual move over to Lil Wayne's Young Money Records. Currently T-Pain's still signed to Konvict Muzik and legally obligated for (1) more solo album, but afterwards he will be signing with Baby & Lil Wayne, and joining the Young Money camp. From what I am being told, it will be for a label deal for his own Nappy Boy Entertainment. So after T-Pain's next album "Revolver", he will be label-mates with: Lil Wayne, Drake, Nicki Minaj, Tyga, Jae Millz, Mack Maine, Cory Gunz, etc...should be a good look for him!

Blake Griffin's Funny Lockout Professionals Commercial (from the 2011 ESPYs)

For those of you that tuned into yesterday's ESPY awards...you got the treat of seeing some of LA Clippers' forward Blake Griffin's video work. This is a humorous skit commercial they did for the ESPYs, that features: Blake Griffin, Kevin Love, Tyson Chandler, Ron Artest, and even football running back Adrian Peterson. This is pretty random, but Blake (an avid youtuber) is getting better with his filming skills, and it shows that in the amidst of the serious basketball league Lockout, these guys can still joke about it a bit. Enjoy!

Weekly Urban CD Sales (week ending July 10th, 2011)

Disregarding my personal opinions about her new album (we'll speak about that in another post), Beyonce stays killin' em on the charts this week. Now in her 2nd week of release for her album '4', she has added more than 115,000 cds to the tally, upping it to 426,000 sold overall. The Destiny's Child alum's fourth solo album has a feature from Andre 3000, as well as production from: Kanye West, Shea Taylor, Jeff Bhasker, Tricky Stewart, The-Dream, Babyface, Ryan Teddler, & Symbolic One.


Duo Eminem and Royce da 5'9 continue their success as Bad Meets Evil with the album 'Hell: The Sequel', climbing 4 spots to #5 selling 35,000 more units this week. These Motor City natives are gradually approaching gold status with an overall total of 312,000 units sold. Jill Scott remains in the nation's best, posted at #7 with another 32,000 sold, adding into the total 223,000 copies the Pennsylvania powerhouse has sold so far of 'Light Of the Sun'. This album is highlighted by features from: Eve, Anthony Hamilton, Paul Wall, & Doug E. Fresh.


Elsewhere, Def Jam/G.O.O.D. Music's newcomer Big Sean stays in the Top 10, dropping from #5 to #9 in his 2nd week, pushing another 27,000 copies of his solo debut 'Finally Famous: The Album'. He has sold about 114,000 cds total thus far, on a project that has featured appearances from: Kanye West, Chris Brown, Pharrell Williams, John Legend, Wiz Khalifa, Lupe Fiasco, The-Dream, Chiddy Bang, Roscoe Dash, & Dwele. Rounding out the Top 10 is R&B singer Lloyd's new album 'King of Hearts', which has moved 26,000 units in it's 1st week on the shelves. This cd is guest-heavy featuring the likes of Lil Wayne, Andre 3000, R. Kelly, Chris Brown, Trey Songz, The Game, Young Jeezy, Keri Hilson, & K'naan, and is primarily produced by Polow Da Don.


Top Album Sales [Top 5 Hip-Hop/R&B]:
#1 - Beyonce: "4"
=115,200 units sold this week (426,000 sold total)

#5 - Royce da 5'9 & Eminem: "Hell: The Sequel"

=35,000 units sold this week (312,000 sold total)

#7 - Jill Scott: "Light of the Sun"

=32,000 units sold this week (223,000 sold total)

#9 - Big Sean: "Finally Famous The Album"

=27,000 units sold this week (114,000 sold total)

#10 - Lloyd: "King Of Hearts"

=26,000 units sold this week

After a month on the shelves, Miami rapper Pitbull's album 'Planet Pit' fell 2 spots to #16, selling 18,800 this week, to bring Mr. 305's grand total up 102,200 records. R&B-pop star Bruno Mars' 'Doo-Wops & Hooligans' is still looking very healthy after 40 weeks on charts, climbing 7 slots to #21, by moving 13,900 units. His debut has sold 1,157,900 total so far, and features the likes of: Damian Marley, B.O.B., & Cee-Lo Green. Young Money's Nicki Minaj has jumped up 11 spots to #25 with 12,600 sold this week, bringing her debut 'Pink Friday's total to 1,473,200 sold. Receiving the largest boost from the recent BET Awards is Pittsburgh rapper Wiz Khalifa, whose debut 'Rolling Papers' hopped up 13 slots to #29 selling 11,300 cds this week, bringing him just inches from a Gold plaque, at 495,200 sold after 4 months in stores.

Grammy-winning Rihanna hopped up 11 slots to #32, with 10,800 more sold of her album 'Loud'. After 34 weeks, the Barbados-born singer's newest album stands at 1,360,800 copies. After 55 weeks on the charts, standing strong at #34 is the Shady Records' heavyweight Eminem whose 'Recovery' album moved another 10,700 units, bringing his it's grand total up to 3,943,000. Chris Brown shows that his fame hasn't suffered as his cd 'F.A.M.E.' remains at #39 with this album pushing another 10,100 this week. With 4 months in stores, Chris Breezy's newest cd has sold 656,200 copies so far. Enjoying the surprise success of his 2nd single "Sure Thing", Miguel's album 'All I Want Is You' jumped up 26 spots to #46, with 8,500 units moved. After 26 weeks, his debut album has sold 235,900 records so far.

Underground giant, Tech N9ne continus his indie success with his latest album 'All 6's & 7's', landing at #58 this week with 7,000 cds sold, bringing his total to 102,100 sold indepedentally. The New Orleans native Curren$y's new release 'Weekend at Burnie's' sells another 5,900 cds this week, good enough for #82 on the charts, and 28,000 sold in 2 weeks. Odd Future's frontman and public jerk, Tyler The Creator's sophomore double-album 'Goblin' remains on the charts at #144 on the strength of 3,200 copies sold, or 89,000 total sold in 9 weeks. UK-sensation, Tinie Tempah isn't letting anything stop his international success 'Disc-Overy', selling another 2,600 cds, climbing to the Billboard charts at #173, bringing his grand total to 41,000.

Sales Stats [Other Charting Hip-Hop/R&B]

#16 - Pitbull: "Planet Pit"

=18,800 units sold this week (102,200 sold total)

#21 - Bruno Mars: "Doo-Wops & Hooligans"

=13,900 units sold this week (1,157,900 sold total)

#25 - Nicki Minaj: "Pink Friday"

=12,600 units sold this week (1,473,200 sold total)

#29 - Wiz Khalifa: "Rolling Papers"

=11,300 units sold this week (495,200 sold total)

#32 - Rihanna: "Loud"

=10,800 units sold this week (1,360,800 sold total)

#34 - Eminem: "Recovery"

=10,700 units sold this week (3,943,000 sold total)

#39 - Chris Brown: "F.A.M.E."

=10,100 units sold this week (656,200 sold total)

#46 - Miguel: "All I Want Is You"

=8,500 units sold this week (235,900 sold total)

#58 - Tech N9ne: "All 6's & 7's"

=7,000 units sold this week (102,100 sold total)

#82 - Curren$y: "Weekend At Burnie's"

=5,900 units sold this week (28,000 sold total)

#144 - Tyler The Creator: "Goblin"

=3,200 units sold this week (89,000 sold total)

#173 - Tinie Tempah: "Disc-Overy"

=2,600 units sold this week (41,000 sold total)

Who will reign supreme in next week's charts? And how many more will Beyonce sell? Keep it locked here to see where new releases from The Cool Kids, Cali Swag District, and more end up. Take Care!

My Lil' Ghetto Satisfactions: DEEP-FRIED KOOL-AID!!??

To kick off my "Ghetto Satisfactions" series...I'm going to try to display by video little unorthodox sinful pleasures that make me happy. Call me ghetto if you'd like...but there's alot of little traditions, likes, and habits from my childhood that make me smile when I see them again as an adult. Enjoy them with me as I share them with you...

Growing up in both NY & south Florida...I've always been big on drinking KoolAid. Well, I respect this cat Charlie from Cali that is actually frying up KoolAid and selling it at his shop. Pretty genius if you ask me! Now I know yall know I love food, but I'll tell you that I love Kool-Aid as well. With ALL the sugar we put in KoolAid, mixed with all the grease/fat from frying, this is probably horrible for you...but by God, do I wanna try this out! See for yourself:

WWE Shacks Things Up! : The Draft Picks to both RAW & SMACKDOWN.

The 2011 WWE Draft took place Monday night & Tuesday afternoon, and 30 random wrestlers established brand new homes on different TV Shows. With many surprises and alot of changes that could definitely create alot good matches and storylines. Which fresh faces will dominate at their respective programs!? Below is who is went where...

Monday Night RAW gets: Alberto Del Rio, Rey Mysterio, Big Show, Kofi Kingston, Jack Swagger, Drew McIntyre, Beth Phoenix, Kelly Kelly, Chris Masters, JTG, Tyler Reks, & Curt Hawkins.

Friday Night SMACKDOWN get: Randy Orton, Sheamus, Daniel Bryan, Mark Henry, Sin Cara, Yoshi Tatsu, William Regal, Ted DiBiase, Alex Riley, Alicia Fox, Tyson Kidd, Natalya, Jey Uso, Jimmy Uso, Tamina.

I don't know about yall but I can see alot of potentially great rivalries that can come out of these new draft picks and current stars on each show. Consider these - Sheamus Vs. Undertaker, Big Show Vs. John Cena, Miz Vs. Alberto Del Rio, Kofi Kingston Vs. R-Truth, Ezekiel Jackson Vs. Mark Henry, etc-etc. If yall would like, please feel free to comment back and leave some of your own thoughts and some fresh feuds that can start from these changes.

Memphis Bleek & Beanie Sigel Both Open Up To Forbez DVD about the Beef Situation.

Well...from an old school RocaFella fan, this might get interesting...


On April 11th, Memphis Bleek was interviewed by Forbez DVD and covered many topics, but cleverly "tried" to clear the air about the Beanie Sigel beef. He keeps things civil, BUT all the little giggling and gassing up makes it less believable. Check it out for yourself:

@MemphisBleek Clears The Air About Past Rap Beef With Camron And Jim Jones Etc. (PT.2 Of 3)

THEN...On April 25tth, Beanie Sigel was shown the Memphis Bleek interview, and interviewed himself by Forbez DVD. Beans gives you his thoughts, his remarks to what Bleek said, and speaks on where the JayZ beef stems from, as well as the inherited past beefs with: Mobb Deep, Jadakiss, Styles P, & Nas. Check this out too:

Beanie Sigel Explains Where The Beef With Jay-Z And Memphis Bleek Stems From

Well, sounds like Bleek is a liar to Sigel. I personally only see Memphis Bleek as a glorified hype-man, and think he won't have any success without Jigga; but I do respect that he knows that he can't say anything bad about Beanie Sigel. It's also good that Beanie is free & in a good spot, but I wanna hear some new music. I think a new album would help him get his financial issues in order. Like usual...please lemme know your opinions.

WWE Trivia Showdown

Ok, so here's the debut WWE Trivia Showdown. The idea is simple - the first person to get ALL questions correct will win a copy of my Wrestlemania 27 DVD. Because these questions are difficult there is no deadline, but mind you that I'm getting 200-300 visits a day and competition should be tough - so work as quick as you can. To be eligible to win, you MUST EMAIL your 6 answers to my personal email address, drj18@bellsouth.net - Good luck, and may the best fan win!


1) We have just completed our 27th Wrestlemania a few weeks ago; which have always been known for championship matches - Can you name the ONLY Wrestlemania not to feature a WWE/WWF Championship challenge, and what year?

2) With Edge's recent retirement on 4/11/10, we witnessed the end of one of the WWE's most decorated champions, and a shoe-in for the Hall of Fame. Counting ALL belts he's won in the WWE, how many TOTAL days of championship reigns has he had?

3) Where/When was the very 1st Cage Match ever in history? And between who?

4) What current WWE Superstar played a stunt extra in what 2003 horror film?

5) When was the last time the classic 'WWF' logo was used for WWE TV Programming?

6) Roddy Piper was one of the most spontaneous & dirtiest villians in WWE history, but he was dealt his fair-share of unfair losses as well. Since his debut in late 1983, how many years did it take for an opponent to earn a CLEAN pin-fall victory against him (and who)?


Now remember, this is 1st come, 1st serve...and the VERY FIRST person to get all correct answers in to me, will be crowned the winner, so work fast. And don't forget to EMAIL your answers into me personally.

Video of Lil Wayne Kissing Baby Video!! (2002, on BET's Rap City)

Ummmmm, ok. Well, I know there was a photo floating around the net for years of Baby & Wayne kissing - that the Wayne fans have always disputed as a fake. But ABOVE is actual video proof of them kissing live on TV. It was back in 2002, on BET's Rap City. Men don't get down like that, and I don't know what else to say. Do any of yall care to share your opinion about this!?!?! - If so, leave a comment.

Weekly Urban CD Sales (April 10th)

A couple independent releases made a bleep this week on the Billboard charts. We are reminded Jim Jones why he's a 'Capo', as Brotha Lynch Hung scores a Top 75 debut as well. Pharoahe Monch sadly leaves the Top 200, and Blueprint does not even make an appearance.

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania emcee Wiz Khalifa's major label debut, 'Rolling Papers' sold another 60,000 units in its second week in stores. Coming in under Britney Spears, Radiohead, Hollywood Undead and chart-topper Adele this week, the album, which features Too Short and Curren$y, came in at #5.

Chris Brown continued to enjoy his 'F.A.M.E.' The Jive Records release pased the 400,000 benchmark. Diplomas rapper Jim Jones scored a Top 20 debut with his latest solo album, 'Capo'. The Harlem, New York mainstay returned to E1 Entertainment to release the album, after a brief major tenure with Columbia/Sony Records. Capo sold just over 20,000 first-week units with an album featuring Lloyd Banks, Raekwon, The Game, the newly-released Prodigy, Cam'Ron, & Chink Santana; as well production from: Drumma Boy, Wyclef Jean, AraabMUZIK, & Logic.

Falling eight spots to #21, Rihanna's Loud pushes well past platinum. Bruno Mars' debut approaches platinum, as Doo-Wops & Holligans slid a mere five slots in the new additions this week.


Top 200 Album Sales (Top 5 Hip-Hop/R&B)
#5 - Wiz Khalifa: "Rolling Papers"
= 59,000 units sold this week (257,000 sold total)
#6 - Chris Brown: "F.A.M.E."
= 51,000 units sold this week (413,000 sold total)
#20 - Jim Jones: "Capo"
= 21,100 units sold this week
#21 - Rihanna: "Loud"
= 21,000 units sold this week (1,160,000 sold total)
#24 - Bruno Mars: "Doo-Wops & Hooligans"
= 19,000 units sold this week (905,000 sold total)


Lupe Fiasco fell 11 spots to #27 with 'Lasers'. At over 300,000 units sold the Atlantic Records, this CD has been enjoying the release of the new "The Show Goes On". After landing a Top 10 debut, west coast icon Snoop Dogg fell 25 spots with his 11th solo album, 'Doggumentary'. The Long Beach emcee is hoping the 2nd single 'Platinum' featuring R. Kelly will help sales.

One of Snoop's inspirations, Sacramento, California emcee Brotha Lynch Hung scored a Top 75 debut of his latest album, 'CoathangaStrangla'. Lynch's 2nd album under Tech N9ne's indie label Strange Music, is conceptually based upon a serial killer, and follows up last year's acclaimed 'Dinner & A Movie'. The work features longtime Lynch affiliates Tech N9ne, G-Macc, & 1st Degree the D.E.

Gucci Mane's Warner Brothers-backed retail mixtape 'The Return of Mr. Zone 6' approaches 50,000 units sold. The work features Wale, Master P, & Waka Flocka Flame. Last week, Gucci Mane was again arrested, this time on parole violation for an outstanding warrant involving pushing a woman from a moving vehicle after a sexual proposition for money was allegedly denied.

Chef Raekwon fell 58 more spots to #133 with 'Shaolin Vs. Wu-Tang' after a fall of 50 last week. The album was a concept in development since 2007, released on his own indie IceH20 imprint, and distributed through EMI.


Sales Stats [Other Charting Hip-Hop/R&B]
#27 - Lupe Fiasco: "Lasers"
= 17,000 units sold (320,000 sold total)
#35 - Snoop Dogg: "Doggumentary"
= 14,000 units sold (64,000 sold total)
#66 - Brotha Lynch Hung: "CoathangaStrangla"
= 7,300 units sold
#78 - Gucci Mane: "The Return of Mr. Zone 6"
= 6,200 units sold (41,000 sold total)
#191 - Raekwon: "Shaolin Vs. Wu-Tang"
= 2,700 units sold (52,000 sold total)


Well, some more indies on deck next week - Will Minnesota-group Atmosphere land a Top 20 with 'The Family Sign'? Or will Canadian crew Swollen Members make a chart appearance with their 'Suburban Noize' support? Stay tuned!!!

2011 NBA WESTERN CONFERENCE PLAYOFF BRACKETS ARE SET!!!

Well, after last night's thrilling night of games, the Western conference playoff picture is now clear and seeding is set in stone. 8 teams are locked in and ready for post-season action. Below is how the West matches up:



Similarly to the bracket I made for the East, this again is open for discussion, debate, and yall are welcome to talk smack. I'll be back in a day or 2 and leave opinion as well. Let's get ready to rumble!

I Love the Growing Support...Contest Announcement! (coming this Friday)

Wow...today alot of yall showed love & visited my blog. Just today my page's traffic rose almost 900%. That's pretty impressive! To thank yall 4 coming & hopefully helping my continued growth, I'd like to announce a contest!




For all my WWE wrestling fans out there...I got my hands on an early promo DVD of Wrestlemania 27 (yes, the one that just past, lol). On this upcoming FRIDAY MORNING, I will be putting up WWE Trivia on this blog. They will be pretty difficult, and require research - but the 1st person to get all questions correct will win a FREE copy of my DVD. You won't have to wait until May 10th, when it is released in stores. Remember, check out this page Friday morning for your chance to win...I hope you're ready!!

2011 NBA EASTERN CONFERENCE PLAYOFF BRACKETS ARE SET!!!!

With so many up & downs this season, and the West looking like it'll go down to the wire, at least the East Playoff picture is very clear. Last night marked the Eastern Conference locking in their 8 teams ready for post-season action. Below is how the teams match up:



Now I will leave my opinions to myself for now, and return back here to talk some junk. But please, the floor is now open for yall to dicuss these matchups, make your predictions, talk smack, and of course argue. Let's get ready to Rumble!

DOC J's BREAKDOWN OF CD DUPLICATION Vs. CD REPLICATION!!

(as written by Doc J, published 2/18/2010)

With modern technology the duplication (or burning) of a CD has become increasingly easy. Nearly every home computer comes equipped with a quality CD/DVD burner, there are thousands of softwares out that help you, and stand-alone CD duplication towers are more affordable as well. However, as an artist makes the push to become more professional in the music business, there are more standards that have to be met, requiring the use of a replicated (or pressed) CD. Understanding the differences in copying your CDs is not important in determining the quality & budget of your next project, but also important in how far you're able to push it.


HOW A BURNED CD IS MADE...



To duplicate, a blank compact disk is ordered in bulk and is used as a final phonograph plate that your data will be duplicated onto. As shown above, a CD-R is purchased pre-manufactured, and is constructed with a thin varnished label face on top, a thin layer of nickel-based dye, a center layer of reflective aluminum foiling over the dye, and a clear polycarbonate plastic plate on the bottom. CD burners use a high-powered laser that heats up to etch (or 'burn') a microscopic track of translucent and opaque grooves rotationally into the underside. This laser is accurate enough to pass through the bottom plastic plate leaving it untouched, and etch your data's 'pattern' into the aluminum foil sandwiched in the center. As long as the bottom plastic plating is clean/unscratched, most CD players can then use a lower-powered reading laser to magnetically interpret this pattern and digitally translate it into music. The burning pattern that is duplicated is only compressed numerical data, meaning it can be created straight from computer files, so you don't even have the need of using the finalized 'sound' of a mastered disk. While sounding complex, this is actually the same process that your home computer's burner does everytime you burn a disk. The only difference is a duplication company uses larger, multi-drive towers allowing them to burn many disks at once, from one central computer hub.


HOW A PRESSED CD IS MADE...



CD replication (or pressing), on the other hand, does not use pre-purchased blank CD media, and is created solely during the manufacturing process. When submitting a project to be replicated, the first thing the plant does is bit-test your master disk to make sure there is no data corruption, buffer errors, and surface defects. Warning: your master may very well play fine in your car or stereo, and still fail this test. After a master disk is accepted, a glass mold copy of your data is manufactured, and this is used to develop a 'stamper' mold. This stamper, in turn, is loaded into an injection molding press machine. With each turn, new molten glass is poured into the machine's cast, and this stamper mold is 'pressed' into it, replicating the same exact clone of the original master disk each time. Once dried, a layer of thin aluminum foiling is applied underneath it, shaping to the glass mold's pattern perfectly. Lastly, a varnished label is added on top for a printing surface, and a clear polycarbonate plastic plate is added on bottom for protection, as diagramed above.


ADVANTAGES OF DUPLICATION...

> Since only data is needed to 'burn' copies, often times, you do not even have to submit a master disk.
> Most software now allows burn-list editing, so you can change song orders or tracklists all together, at the last moment before burning your CD.
> A glass mold & stamper don't need to be made, so turn-around time is faster (2-3 days vs. 8-10 days)
> From the use of thermal printers, digital text printing can be done on duplicated CDs with no prepress charge to you.
> In terms of small orders (lower than 500 cds), duplication/burning is a lot cheaper than replication.
> Since duplication can be done on smaller/cheaper equipment, a majority of local shops are out-of-home businesses now, and you can request to pick up your order to save on shipping fees.


ADVANTAGES OF REPLICATION...

> Pressed CDs do not use pre-purchased media, so there's no shipping harm or defects prior to copying.
> Because replicated CDs are manufactured, you can select a multi-level storage setup (2-sided disks) if needed.
> Replicated CDs are slightly thicker, giving you the option of silk-screening your full-color artwork on the upper face.
> Since it does not contain the same light-sensative dye, a replicated CD is more resistant to UV/sunlight damage.
> The glass mold contained in pressed CDs have a digital read-speed of only 24x or lower, which can be read more efficiently, when compared to a burned CD copied at speeds of 48x or higher, that sometimes cannot be read flawlessly by all CD devices.
> Because most of the replication cost is in setup, much larger bulk orders (10,000 units or more) of pressed CDs actually cost less than the same amount of duplicated CDs.
> As a result of high-volume capacity, replication plants can auto-assemble your CD into jewel cases with art inserts, prior to shipping out to you, saving you the assembly work and time.
> Comparing the aluminum shaped over a glass mold, to just aluminum over dye that can eventually dry out through time, a replicated CD shows less deterioration of readability speed than duplicated CDs, after years of undisturbed storage.


MY HONEST ADVICE...
As with everything else in life, there's a time and place where both methods of CD manufacturing are useful. Scientifically, both give the same exact storage space, and it has been proven that there isn't much difference in sound quality, so I support both. If you are promoting/selling an indepedent CD locally, I see no problem in using duplicated CDs. Likewise, with crowd-thrown disks at shows and event giveaways, your main objective strictly is just to get heard - so duplicated CDs would work. Where I think the difference lies, is in at which level of music business you are trying to aim for. Many labels and radio stations today DEMAND pressed CDs, and often use older PA systems that cannot play burned CDs efficiently. This is an old industry practice of 'weeding' out the lesser professional artists, and those that don't want to listen to directions. If your aim is to gain radio airplay or earn a record deal - this is where I suggest you spend the money and order replicated CDs. If you are in the beginning stages of breaking out regionally and starting promotion outside of your local area, you really have no idea who or what company can get their hands on your music. To be safe, I'd often suggest using pressed CDs more once you have reached this amount of exposure. There aren't alot of opportunities given in this industry, and I don't think you want to miss out on one because your CD simply cannot play for someone.


Good luck & God Bless!

BREAKING NEWS: WWE SUPERSTAR EDGE FORCED TO ANNOUNCE RETIREMENT LIVE ON RAW!!!

Less than a week after his successful title defense against Alberto Del Rio at Wrestlemania 27, World Heavyweight Champion Edge (Adam Copeland) made the surprise announcement on Monday Night Raw that he’s forced to retire from in-ring action due to chronic injury. This shocking and unexpected news brings to end a storied WWE career spanning 13 years, and consisting of 31 different title reigns.

For over a week The Rated-R Superstar had been suffering numbness and uncontrollable trembling in his arms and hands, medically known as the result of nueropraxia. A decisive MRI administrated in Atlanta last Monday, and after careful examination, it was determined that Edge would be never be cleared to compete again, and thus, is forced to retire immediately.

In 2003, Edge underwent a two-level spinal fusion of the discs between his C5, C6, and C7 vertebrae. After being cleared to compete, he returned to ring work, resulting in strenuous use of the spine and a narrowing of the spinal column, both above and below the fused discs. This narrowing resulted in less and less of the vital fluid needed to protect the spinal cord and nerves. Medical professionals fear continued in-ring action in the WWE could result in compete paralysis or even death, and have stated they will not clear him for physical ring activity ever again.

I have little doubt in my mind though that this isn't the last we'll see of Edge in the WWE. While he may not be able to compete in ring action, he'll more than likely take a host, general manager, and/or commentator role in the future.

Weekly Urban CD Sales (April 6th)

"It's Pittsburgh Pimpin!" as Wiz Khalifa meets massive expectations and his little buddy Mac Miller sells over 10,000 digital EP units. Snoop scores another Top 10, and E-40 dips in with three new chart spots.

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania emcee Wiz Khalifa's major label debut on Atlantic/Rostrum Records, 'Rolling Papers' sold approximately 198,000 first-week units as projected. Wiz's CD entered the charts at #2 and features include: Too Short & Curren$y, and production from the likes of StarGate, Bei Maejor, Benny Blanco, & Jim Jonsin.

Chris Brown continued to enjoy his 'F.A.M.E.' The Jive Records release passed the 350,000 benchmark, on an album that features Lil Wayne, Busta Rhymes, Ludacris, Tyga, & Justin Beiber. Some of producers he worked with were: Tha Bizness, Timbaland, The Underdogs, DJ Frank E, & Free School.

West coast icon Snoop Dogg scored a Top 10 debut with his 11th official solo album, 'Doggumentary'. The California emcee included production from Kanye West, Scott Storch, Lex Luger, Mr. Porter, Battlecat, Jake One, DJ Khalil, Scoop DeVille, & The Cataracs - on an album that features: Kanye West, John Legend, R. Kelly, Wiz Khalifa, T-Pain, Young Jeezy, The Gorillaz, Devin The Dude, Too Short, E-40, Daz Dillinger, Goldie Loc, & Kokane.

Elsewhere - climbing three spots to #13, Rihanna's 'Loud' already platinum selling CD sold another 24,000 units. Lupe Fiasco fell six spots to #16. The Chicago emcee may have had his share of disagreements with Atlantic Records over the content/direction of his 3rd album, 'Lasers', however it pushes past 300,000 units, the 1st 2011 Rap album to do so. Lupe's album features labelmate Trey Songz, John Legend, Skylar Grey, & longtime 1st & 15th singer Sarah Green.

Top Seller Stats [Top 5 Hip Hop/R&B]
#2 - Wiz Khalifa: 'Rolling Papers'
= 198,000 units sold this week
#4 - Chris Brown: 'F.A.M.E.'
= 91,000 units sold this week (362,000 total sold)
#8 - Snoop Dogg: 'Doggumentary'
= 51,000 units sold this week
#14 - Rihanna: 'Loud'
= 24,000 units sold this week (1,139,000 total sold)
#16 - Lupe Fiasco: 'Lasers'
= 23,000 units sold this week (303,000 total sold)

Vallejo, California emcee E-40 took multiple spots on the charts. For the 2nd straight year, E-40 has released 2 albums on the same day - complete with a combo pack as well, all of which charted. 'Revenue Retrievin': Graveyard Shift' which features Bun B, T-Pain, Slim Thug, Tech N9ne, Click band-mate B-Legit, & 40's son Droop-E sold slightly better than it's counterpart - 'Revenue Retrievin': Overtime Shift' which features Devin The Dude, the entire Click, & Dr. Cornel West.

Another Rostrum Records artist, Pittsburgh emcee impressed the charts with a #54 debut. Mac Miller's 'On And On And Beyond EP' was a digital-only release with little marketing, but the indie projet cleared 10,000 first-week units.

Wu-Tang rep Raekwon fell 50 spots to #133 with his 5th album 'Shaolin Vs. Wu-Tang'. Released on his own IceH20 imprint, and distributed through EMI, the album features: Nas, Method Man, Ghostface, Inspectah Deck, Rick Ross, Busta Rhymes, Jim Jones, Black Thought, & Lloyd Banks. Production is handled by Alchemist, Scram Jones, Mathematics, DJ Khalil, Evidence, Oh No, and legendary House deejay Kenny Dope.

Queens, NY lyricist Pharoahe Monch's 1st album since 2007, 'W.A.R. (We Are Renegades)' fell 95 spots to #149. This is Monch's 1st album under the legendary Duck Down Records imprint, and features production from longtime collaborator Diamond D, D12's Mr. Porter, M-Phazes, Marco Polo, & Exile. The indie release sold another 4,000 units.

Sales Stats [Other Charting Hip Hop/R&B]
#40 - E-40: 'Revenue Retrievin': Graveyard Shift'
= 14,000 units sold this week
#42 - E-40: 'Revenue Retrievin': Overtime Shift'
= 13,000 units sold this week
#54 - Mac Miller: 'On And On And Beyond EP'
= 11,000 units sold this week
#133 - Raekwon: 'Shaolin Vs. Wu-Tang'
= 4,600 units sold this week (51,000 total sold)
#149 - Pharoahe Monch: 'W.A.R. [We Are Renegades]'
= 4,000 units sold this week (14,000 total sold)

MY INTRODUCTION...

So who is Doc J? And why the hell do I have a blog??

Well in the last 11 years: I've had poems published in 2 books; written articles for (4) publications; worked at (2) college radio stations; graduated college; hosted a middle school-age club Lyricist Lounge; amassed over 850+ stage-hours of DJ experience; gained production placement with (2) commerical recording artists; and released (6) regionally-successful mixtapes.

Regrettably, on the other end of the spectrum: I wear glasses; have worn braces; was diagnosed with flat-feet; broke my left collarbone (4) times; had to retake Calc 3 (5) times to pass it; hate eatting chocolate; been in love with a psycho girl; lived through a major car accident; successfully beat a lawsuit; watched my parents go through bankruptcy; handled by younger brother being shot on (2) different occasions; dealt with my father's suicide; counseled my girlfriend through her father's death; witnessed my best friend sent away to prison; was laid-off from a job; can occasionally drink excessively too much...and many more personal issues that I'll probably share on accident later.

All that said - one fact I'm proud of is that I've had to work very hard at every stage of my life...so I like to think that I can relate to nearly everyone's struggle/situation. You'll learn quickly that I like to laugh and joke alot - I've grown up quickly, so I'm at the stage in my life where I aim for as much fun & peace as I can find. Look for that to transfer over into this blog too. I already know some of you will disagree with, oppose, and may straight up hate my views, but I don't care - As long as we respect each other, you might learn something & I might too. Here's to sharing new experiences & stories! Now that you know a little about me: fasten your seatbelts - because it's going to be a bumpy ride.