Jean Grae R.I.P from BLACKSMITH on Vimeo.
Wednesday, March 30, 2011
Monday, March 28, 2011
Hot 97 & BET's Own DJ Megatron Shot and Killed
By JENNIFER PELTZ
Associated Press
NEW YORK (AP) - Urban radio and TV personality DJ Megatron, who built a career at hip-hop and R&B radio stations from Philadelphia to Boston and told viewers of a popular music TV show "What's Good," was shot to death early Sunday, his manager and police said.
The occasional BET television segment host was killed while heading to a store near his home on New York City's Staten Island around 2 a.m., said his manager Justin Kirkland, known as J. Smoove.
The 32-year-old deejay, born Corey McGriff, was found dead with a gunshot wound to his chest, police said. No arrests had been made.
His manager said friends and relatives had no idea why anyone might have attacked a deejay known for his upbeat, amiable attitude.
"He probably had one of the best personalities around . super-positive, happy all the time," Kirkland said.
Rising to the on-air ranks after starting as an intern, DJ Megatron began his career at New York's WKRS-FM, better known as Kiss FM, where deejays remembered him on the air and online Sunday.
He also worked at what was then Boston's Hot 97.7, or WBOT-FM, and at Philadelphia's The Beat, or WPHI-FM, according to a bio on his MySpace site.
In recent years, he worked on BET's "106 & Park" music countdown series, mainly in a role interacting with its live audience, the Viacom Inc.-owned network said. But he also did some on-camera work for the show and BET's website, including "What's Good" spots that took him onto the streets to ask bystanders about topics ranging from sports to "The Five Elements of Hip-Hop."
"He will truly be missed," the network said in a statement extending condolences to his family.
The deejay, sometimes known as Mega or Mega McGriff, also appeared in movies including 2005's "State Property 2," starring Roc-A-Fella Records co-founder Damon Dash and rappers Beanie Sigel and N.O.R.E., formerly Noreaga.
A father of three, DJ Megatron also devoted time to charitable events on Staten Island, his manager said.
Associated Press
NEW YORK (AP) - Urban radio and TV personality DJ Megatron, who built a career at hip-hop and R&B radio stations from Philadelphia to Boston and told viewers of a popular music TV show "What's Good," was shot to death early Sunday, his manager and police said.
The occasional BET television segment host was killed while heading to a store near his home on New York City's Staten Island around 2 a.m., said his manager Justin Kirkland, known as J. Smoove.
The 32-year-old deejay, born Corey McGriff, was found dead with a gunshot wound to his chest, police said. No arrests had been made.
His manager said friends and relatives had no idea why anyone might have attacked a deejay known for his upbeat, amiable attitude.
"He probably had one of the best personalities around . super-positive, happy all the time," Kirkland said.
Rising to the on-air ranks after starting as an intern, DJ Megatron began his career at New York's WKRS-FM, better known as Kiss FM, where deejays remembered him on the air and online Sunday.
He also worked at what was then Boston's Hot 97.7, or WBOT-FM, and at Philadelphia's The Beat, or WPHI-FM, according to a bio on his MySpace site.
In recent years, he worked on BET's "106 & Park" music countdown series, mainly in a role interacting with its live audience, the Viacom Inc.-owned network said. But he also did some on-camera work for the show and BET's website, including "What's Good" spots that took him onto the streets to ask bystanders about topics ranging from sports to "The Five Elements of Hip-Hop."
"He will truly be missed," the network said in a statement extending condolences to his family.
The deejay, sometimes known as Mega or Mega McGriff, also appeared in movies including 2005's "State Property 2," starring Roc-A-Fella Records co-founder Damon Dash and rappers Beanie Sigel and N.O.R.E., formerly Noreaga.
A father of three, DJ Megatron also devoted time to charitable events on Staten Island, his manager said.
Big Sean - Weekend Recap 13: SXSW
Big Sean's 13th "Weekend Recap" web series follows Sean around Austin Texas the last weekend of South By Southwest (SXSW). Soo many cameos its hard to keep count everyone from Trae Tha Truth to Bun B to Steve Aoki and Andy Milonakis.
@BigSean
Shot and Edited By Zeno Jones.
Sunday, March 27, 2011
Nike To Increase Prices On All Models & Cut Back On Boxes
Due to the rising costs of cotton, oil and transportation, Nike will reportedly increase prices on each and every one of their sneaker models. Aside from the price increases, Nike will also cut back on the amount of cardboard it uses for every sneaker box they produce. Check out a sample of what the new sneaker box will look like.
The news caused Nike share price to drop sharply.
The news caused Nike share price to drop sharply.
Pharoahe Monch WAR Album Release Party Boston
Pharaohe Monch "WAR" Album release Party VIDEO @ The Middle East Upstairs. Presented by Leedz Edutainment. Directed by Timmy Slices
Rick Ross & Jason Peters BUSTED in Louisiana!
Rapper Rick Ross was arrested in Shreveport, Louisiana last night (March 25).
Police busted the rapper after a strong odor of marijuana was detected from his room at the Hilton in Shreveport.
When police arrived at the rapper's door they allegedly saw about a gram of marijuana in plain sight.
Rick Ross, born William Leonard Roberts III, was immediately taken into custody.
The rap star was in town that evening to perform at Kokopellis nightclub for a birthday bash for DJ Bay Bay.
Also arrested the same evening was Philadelphia Eagles star Jason peters.
The Queen City, Texas native was arrested after he allegedly refused to turn down police officer's request to turn the music down in his car.
Peters, who was in town to celebrate with Rick Ross, was also arrested and charged with loud music and disturbing the peace.
Both men have since been released.
Police busted the rapper after a strong odor of marijuana was detected from his room at the Hilton in Shreveport.
When police arrived at the rapper's door they allegedly saw about a gram of marijuana in plain sight.
Rick Ross, born William Leonard Roberts III, was immediately taken into custody.
The rap star was in town that evening to perform at Kokopellis nightclub for a birthday bash for DJ Bay Bay.
Also arrested the same evening was Philadelphia Eagles star Jason peters.
The Queen City, Texas native was arrested after he allegedly refused to turn down police officer's request to turn the music down in his car.
Peters, who was in town to celebrate with Rick Ross, was also arrested and charged with loud music and disturbing the peace.
Both men have since been released.
- Mike Winslow
Friday, March 25, 2011
Wednesday, March 23, 2011
Tuesday, March 22, 2011
Mac Miller, Freddie Gibbs, & Big K.R.I.T. - Live at The Agency Group/XXL Mag Showcase SXSW 2011
Mac Miller, Freddie Gibbs, & Big K.R.I.T. - Live at The Agency Group/XXL Mag Showcase SXSW 2011 from Motion Family on Vimeo.
Mac Miller, Freddie Gibbs, and Big K.R.I.T. perform live at The Agency Group/XXL Mag Showcase hosted by Peter Rosenberg. Mohawk Patio - Austin, Tx SXSW 2011.
Shot by Motion Family.
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Shot by Motion Family.
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Saturday, March 19, 2011
Thursday, March 17, 2011
Wednesday, March 16, 2011
Nate Dogg, Voice of G-Funk, Dead At 41
(CBS) Nate Dogg, one of the most recognizable and smooth voices in rap and R & B, has died. He was 41.
Born Nathaniel Hale, Nate Dogg suffered from ill health for years. His death was first reported in the Long Beach Press-Telegram.
The cause of death is not immediately known, though the Press-Telegram reports that he suffered two strokes, one in 2007 and another in 2008. TMZ reports it's confirmed Nate Dogg's death.
The hook singer first came to national attention on Dr. Dre's 1992 masterpiece "The Chronic." Nate earned the first of four Grammy nominations in 1995 for "Regulate," a collaboration with Warren G. His fourth and most recent nomination came for Eminem's "Shake That" in 2007.
Since the news broke of Nate Dogg's death, his friends and collaborators have sent messages out about him. "We lost a true legend n hip hop n rnb. One of my best friends n a brother to me since 1986 when I was a sophomore at poly high where we met," tweeted Snoop Dogg, who continued on for several tweets before concluding, "RIP NATE DOGG."
On Twitter, "Nate Dogg" quickly became a trend.
Nate Dogg released several solo albums, including a self-titled effort in 2008.
SupaFunkRegCelo
EVERYDAY I'M GOIN IN !!!!! I PLAY EVERYTHING ... THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT !! (Follow me on twitter @SupaFunkRegCelo )
Tuesday, March 15, 2011
DMVincible: SXSW From the DMV to Austin, TX
Harmony Muzik & 368 Music Group Presents to you DMVincible. A once in a lifetime event in which 25 DMV artists representing all parts of DC, Maryland, & Virginia, will unify to perform an amazing show at Prague (422 Congress Ave.) 10:45 AM- 5:00 PM in Austin, TX for the SXSW Hip Hop Festival. Dont miss it!
Sunday, March 13, 2011
Friday, March 11, 2011
Wednesday, March 9, 2011
Curren$y - Muscle Car Chronicles (Album Trailer #4)
A Sean O'Connell double feature: A trailer for Curren$y's Muscle Car Chronicles and the latest video off of 18-year old Bluroc artist, Da$h's new EP, Caveman Files, available for download at dd172newyork.com on March 15th.
Both Muscle Car Chronicles and Caveman Files were produced by Bluroc artist/producer, Sean O'Connell.
Tuesday, March 8, 2011
Monday, March 7, 2011
Sunday, March 6, 2011
Saturday, March 5, 2011
Birdman Shows Off His New Maybach Landaulet/ it a drop top
First Birdman bought Weezy a Bugatti Veyron for his birthday, and now Birdman Jr. has returned the favor by copping his pops the all-new Maybach 62S Landaulet. In the above video the Cash Money Records boss takes you on a tour of the $1.35 million, drop-top luxury cruiser. If you were hoping to learn a little about the car, you're going to come away a little disappointed as the only thing Baby says about the car is: "That's $1.5 million sitting on skinny tires." So what's so special about the car?
The Lanaulet, which was unveiled at the Middle East International Auto Show in 2007, rests at the top of Maybach's model line. Meant to be a limo for those with exceptionally deep pockets, the car separates the driver and the passengers with a removable divider. The driver's area is detailed in black leather while the backseats are swathed in white leather and gold accents. Then there's the roof. The passengers have control of a sliding soft-top roof that can quickly fall to the back to give those in the back an unobstructed view of the sky.
The Lanaulet, which was unveiled at the Middle East International Auto Show in 2007, rests at the top of Maybach's model line. Meant to be a limo for those with exceptionally deep pockets, the car separates the driver and the passengers with a removable divider. The driver's area is detailed in black leather while the backseats are swathed in white leather and gold accents. Then there's the roof. The passengers have control of a sliding soft-top roof that can quickly fall to the back to give those in the back an unobstructed view of the sky.
show off in your 50's Birdman SMH lol no hate here
Thursday, March 3, 2011
T.I.'s Brother, Bryyce, Speaks on Grand Hustle, Yung L.A. & More
T.I.'s 19 year old brother and hypeman, Bryyce, is holding down Grand Hustle until he comes out from his latest prison stint. Bryyce calls DJ Smallz on SouthernSmokeRadio.com and speaks on the current Yung L.A. situation, growing up in New York, getting drunk & high at 8 years old, studio sessions with Pharrell & Swizz Beatz, his own rap career and more.
Usher OMG Tour - UR Bubblin in Dublin
Go to http://usherworld.com for info about Usher's OMG Tour. Usher went Bubblin in Dublin and was met by some unexpected guests at the end of the night.
look out for the J
Wednesday, March 2, 2011
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