N.E.R.D. Headlines The Coors Light Search For The Coldest Tour
Coors light recently launched a national campaign to find the coldest M.C. in America. The contest which is called The Coors Light Search For The Coldest started back in March and gives aspiring M.C.’s a chance to submit their music online to be judged for a chance to open up for N.E.R.D at the Essence [...]
The 14th Annual BMI Unsigned Urban Showcase
I got a chance to attend the the 14th annual BMI unsigned urban showcase at The Buckhead Theater. The showcase was headlined by Rick Ross and hosted by comedian Lil Duval & DJ Drama. There were also performances by Ace Hood, Travis Porter and and songwriter Sean Garret. The annual event was held to give [...]
DJ BLAK MAGIC, Greg Street, Cyhi Da Prynce & Saigon Up At V-103 discussing a David Ruffin Sample used by Kanye West
Check out some behind the scenes footage of DJ BLAK MAGIC, Greg Street, Cyhi Da Prynce & Saigon in the studio up at V103 Atlanta. We were all are sitting around in the studio talking about different producers and how skillful some producers are and Kanye West’s name came up. Check out the video to [...]
Amber Rose Covers King Magazine
Amber Rose graces the cover of the upcoming issue of King Magazine. In the issue she talks about her relationships with Kanye West and Wiz Khalifa. Who really cares we just want to see the pics. The magazine hits new stands on May 31, 2011. Check out a behind the scenes look at Amber Rose’s [...]
RIP Bob Marley
Today marks the 30th anniversary of the death of Nesta Robert Marley known to the world as Bob Marley. The legendary singer and activist died from cancer back in 1981 at the young age of 36, leaving behind a legacy that reaches beyond all musical genres. Bob Marley used his music to unite people and [...]
Nas Wins An Emmy
Nas was recently awarded a National Sports Emmy for his ESPN documentary “Survival 1″. The film follows two amputee victims from the Liberian civil war that start a soccer team and go on to become champions. The Queensbridge rapper directed and scored the film but has yet to win a Grammy even though he has [...]
Mint Condition Perform At Center Stage
The rain came down like crazy at center stage on Tuesday (May 3, 2011) but that still did not stop hundreds of die-hard fans from coming out to support the old school R&B group Mint Condition. The 90′s R&B band, who didn’t have an opening act, performed songs off their new album “7 ….” and [...]
Dead Prez Live In Concert At The Masquerade
**UPDATE** According the official Masquerade website the Dead Prez concert has been canceled!! Dead Prez will be bringing their social and politically charged music movement to Atlanta. SticMan and M-1 will be performing at The Masquerade this Friday May 6th. The Masquerade is located at 695 North Ave Atlanta Ga. Click HERE to purchase tickets [...]
50 Cent Launches “Uber50″ Twitter App
50 Cent has partnered with UberSocial to launch his own customized Twitter app called ‘Uber 50″ for Blackberry. The app features custom backgrounds and colors and a media portal for access to G-Unit new and videos. Click Here to download the app for your Blackberry Recommend on Facebook Tweet about it Print for later Tell [...]
Tha Carter IV Artwork
Here is the official album artwork for Lil Wayne’s highly anticipated album “Tha Carter IV”. The album release date has been pushed back, it is now set to be released on June 28, 2011. Recommend on Facebook Tweet about it Print for later Tell a friend
DJ BLAK MAGIC Guru Tribute “Eternal Operation”
Its hard to believe that its been a year since Keith Elam, the legendary rapper known as Guru passed away due to complications from cardiac arrest. Guru who was one half of the pioneering Hip Hop group Gangstarr, was one of my favorite emcees of all time. Last year Hip Hop lost one of the [...]
Lauryn Hill Apologizes For Her Last Atlanta Show
Yesterday Lauryn Hill took to twitter apologizing to her fans in Atlanta for arriving three hours late to a performance she did back in January. Tonight Ms. Hill is performing again at Center Stage in Atlanta and if you bought tickets to the last show, you can attend this one free of charge. Check back [...]
Rihanna Covers Rolling Stone
Pop superstar Rihanna covers the latest issue of Rolling Stone magazine. Check out some behind the scenes footage of the photo shoot. The magazine is available at news stands everywhere. “Look at that girl with them daisy dukes on” -Damn RiRi!! Recommend on Facebook Tweet about it Print for later Tell a friend
Ludacris & Trojan Magnum In Search of 5 Emcees
Ludacris and Trojan Magnum condoms are teaming up to find five hip hop emcees to represent the Trojan brand as part of the Live Large League. The five emcees will win $5,000 dollars and will get to perform with Ludacris at SpringFest 2011 in Miami Florida this Memorial Day Weekend. You have until April 13th [...]
Online Casting Call For Tupac Movie
The movie production company Morgan Creek is currently hosting an online casting call for the lead role in the upcoming movie “Tupac – All Eyes on Me”, a biopic on the life of Hip Hop icon Tupac Shakur. The movie will be distributed by Universal Pictures and will be directed by acclaimed film director Antoine [...]
BMI Unsigned Urban Showcase
If you are an unsigned BMI affiliated writer, You can now submit your music to to be selected to perform in the 2011 BMI Unsigned Urban Showcase. The showcase takes place on April 28th 2011 at the Buckhead Theater. You can submit your EPK to be selected at www.sonicbids.com/bmiurbanshowcase Good Luck!!! Recommend on Facebook Tweet [...]
R.I.P. Nate Dogg
Nathaniel D Hale, known in the music industry as Nate Dogg passed away Tuesday at the age of 41. At this time his cause of death is unknown but Nate Dogg did suffer a stoke in 07 and another one in 08. Nate worked with artist such as Snoop Dogg, Warren G, Dr. Dre, Jay-Z, [...]
Gucci Mane Covers The Source Magazine
Gucci Mane‘s ice cream face tattoo covers the latest issue of The Source magazine. The issue hits news stands on March 22, 2011. Make sure you pick up a copy. Recommend on Facebook Tweet about it Print for later Tell a friend
Wiz Khalifa Covers Rolling Stone
Wiz Khalifa covers the latest issue of Rolling Stone as Hip Hop’s rookie of the year. Make sure you pick up a copy of his album “Rolling Papers” set for release on March 29th, 2011 and a copy of Rolling Stone available at news stands everywhere. Check out the official Artwork for the album: Recommend [...]
DJ BLAK MAGIC Interview With David Guetta
Recently I got a chance to chop it up with international dance music superstar DJ David Guetta. David was recently in Atlanta recording music with Akon, Dallas Austin and Chad Hugo from the Neptunes. While in Atlanta David also did an in store appearance for his fans at the Best Buy store in Buckhead. He [...]
Jose Cuervo Subterraneo
The spirit of Jose Cuervo came alive last night at Subterraneo, a day of the dead themed party, celebrating the 250 year old tradition of Jose Cuervo. The party was held over at the Mason Murer Art Gallery and brought out a very diverse crowd. The music was provided by DJ Ruckus and there was [...]
Bilal Performs At Center Stage
Neo-Soul singer/songwriter Bilal headlined a special valentines day concert at Center Stage in Midtown Atlanta. The show was presented by The Muddy Water Group and was hosted by Ms. Jodine . The opening acts were R&B singer Rahbi and Ludacris’ new artist Rudy Currence. Bilal who has only released two albums in the past 9 [...]
Bruno Mars, B.O.B. and Wiz Khalifa Cover Vibe Magazine
Bruno Mars, B.O.B. and Wiz Khalifa cover the latest issue of Vibe Magazine. In the issue they talk about the highs they made in their breakout year as a new artist. Pick up Vibe Magazine at new stands everywhere. Recommend on Facebook Tweet about it Print for later Tell a friend
Kobe Bryant Black Mamba Poster
Check out the official movie poster for Kobe Bryant’s mini movie called “Black Mamba”. The movie is directed by Robert Rodriguez and stars Kanye West, Bruce Willis and Danny Trejo. This looks DOPE!!! View the trailer for the movie below: Recommend on Facebook Tweet about it Print for later Tell a friend