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Another dope track from Northwest Hip-Hop greats Blue Scholars.

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On the All Star weekend party with Jay-Z: “Well, it was neat, he and LeBron James, both are ready, have their feet, they’re very level-headed, have their feet on the ground … they do inordinately so … I think we had about 200 people there, and they asked me to speak to that group, and it really was an honor … Had some of the finest people that I’ve met there … People that really wanted to hear a little of my story and a little of my thoughts about where this thing was going with sports in the future.” … Read More…

Jay-Z Turns Down Invitation to White House

Jay-Z has been invited to the White House “a couple of times”, he said this weekend – he just hasn’t had the time to take President Obama up on the offer. The celebrated rapper is, after all, a busy man, making albums, recording guest appearances and, er, convincing Lily Allen to come out of semi-retirement. … Read More…

Lupe Fiasco on The Boombox
Lupe Fiasco recently claimed he wouldn’t trade places with Jay-Z if he could. “I don’t want to be Jay-Z and be worth $400 million and perform on every awards show,” he said. “It’s getting in touch with somebody who needs to improve their self-esteem. As opposed to driving a Bentley and putting some chains on.” We don’t believe you. Nah, just kidding, we do. That’s just mad emo. [LupE.N.D.] … Read More…

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Underground Fuzion: Bringing Underground Hiphop To The Mainstream …

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Underground Fuzion: The Proof

Make sure you download this from Mic Fiend Music’s own Damo. He is coming correct with TheProof. Download: Damo – The Proof. Posted by Shod Harris at 9:45 PM. Labels: damo, mic fiend music, Mixtapes …

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Interview on Underground Fusion with Carnage45

UF: For the people who don’t know who you are, tell the people your name and where you from?
My name is Carnage45 and I represent the Eastern Shore of Virginia.

UF: How did you get started in music?
It was a process that evolved over time. I grew up listening to hip hop as a kid and grew a strong love for the art form. My homie Vega and Nas were my first influences to even write a rhyme down. As I got better at it I decided to test my skill in ciphers. The next step was writing songs. Once I felt like my song writing was strong enough I decided to start recording and distributing to the streets… Read More >>

Latest Jay-Z News

Beyonce & Jay-Z give Reef the crab cake stamp of approval

AP Photo/Evan Agostini Hip-hop singer and entrepreneur Jay-Z and his wife singer- actress Beyonce Knowles attend the premiere of ‘Cadillac Records’ on … Read More…

Jay-Z partnership with planned New York racino under federal investigation

For Jay-Z, the world doesn’t always come up smelling like roses. He might rock the mic and have a beautiful wife, but his latest business deal is under federal investigation for a somewhat shady selection process. Say it ain’t so, HOV!

Here’s how it all breakdowns: Last August, Jay-Z got somewhat friendly with New York Governor David Paterson. In the past, the two have been seen dining and spending time together in the Hamptons. In steps AEG (Aqueduct Entertainment Group), a group with plans to build a racino (that’s a racing track and casino) at Aqueduct Racetrack in New York. Paterson’s goal in tapping AEG was to turn the location into a glamorous, state-of-the-art gaming facility. And here’s where federal investigators are crying foul: According to investigators, AEG Chairman Richard Mays brought Jay in last September to cover 7% of the total venture, a deal Jay was given only because of his friendship with the governor and a falling out with Wynn Resorts Limited… Read More >>

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North By Northwest


Northwest Hip-Hop Group Blue Scholars “North By Northwest”

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DrewReports.com | Hip Hop News and Gossip the way you want it!

After he won for his work on Beyoncé’s single, his acceptance speech was cut short by the orchestra. All in all, the Grammy Awards are not for “music” they are for “music minus rap.” Email Dr. Drew your News, Tips, Rumours, Comments, …

Cali Stank (Official Music Video) by FREEZY

2 hours, 1 minute ago. SOLID TUNE! Video Details. Artist: FREEZY Video title: Cali Stank (Official Music Video) Category: Hip-Hop Views: 11. Submitted by: admin. Rating. Currently 0.00/5; 1; 2; 3; 4; 5. Rating: 0.0 out of 0 votes …

Allen, Texas Coach Cancels Hip Hop Artist | Allen, Texas LocalSpur …

Allen, Texas Coach Cancels Hip Hop Artist. Posted by on Feb 1st, 2010 and filed under News. You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0. You can leave a response or trackback to this entry …

Latest Jay-Z News

Jay-Z brings Brooklyn to a sell-out crowd at the Arena last night

NEW ORLEANS | In his first public return to the city since his 2008 performance with Mary J. Blige, Jay-Z stormed onstage at the New Orleans Arena last … Read More…

Jay-Z and the Post-Modern Man

Since this is my last weekend on the site until I return, begging for a job as James Del’s assistant, I’ve invited some friends to play with me. Matt Ealer is the proprietor of Rendit Dot Tumblr Dot Com. Matt?

I just drove from DC to Philly and listened to Jay-Z’s 2007 American Gangster about two and a half times. This is significant.

Sandwiched between two albums (comeback flop Kingdom Come, and 2009’s high-tech Blueprint 3) that are the rockcritical equivalent of Batman and Robin—so easily maligned by the type of press that values “authenticity” and “honesty” among all else such that it becomes cliche — it stood as a revelation at the time. Al Green, Marvin Gaye, vintage Beastie Boys, and Isley Brothers samples. Lyrical nods to classic Outkast, EPMD, Rakim, Biggie. The picture painting of Ghostface mixed with the lyrical dexterity of MF DOOM mixed with Biggie’s weird and halting virtuoso breath control. All the signifiers were correctly in place, and we ate it up. In spite of ourselves. … Read More…

Jay-Z runs this town with confidence, charisma

Jay Z kicked off his Monday night set at Toyota Center with the anthemic Run This Town — and it proved a fitting theme for the evening. … Read More…

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Rap Music News – Jay-Z, Mystikal, Blue Scholars

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Jay-Z To Begin Work On His New Album Later This Year

Jay-Z could be starting his next album later this year, once he has wrapped up the touring and promotion of his ‘Blueprint 3′ album in the winter. … Read More…

Alan Peppard: Jay-Z and Beyonce in Highland Park Village

When Jay-Z hit town for the NBA All-Star Game and stayed at the Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek, he was flying solo without his superstar wife, Beyonce. … Read More…

DrewReports.com | Hip Hop News and Gossip the way you want it!

A while back, rumors started to circulate that West Coast rapper The Game (sorry you will always be THE Game to us bro), was romantically involved with former Murder Inc singer, Ashanti. Recent Game sat down with infamous gossip website TMZ for a live interview where he addressed the rumors.According to game, Ashanti has been at the recording studio with him and Dr Dre lately (she even tweeted a picture of them together, see below). “No, no man,” Game said when asked about being in a romantic relationship with the singer.

Mystikal Vows to Help C-Murder aka C Miller in Jail With Legal …

After serving six years in prison, New Orleans rapper Mystikal vows to help C-Murder (Corey Miller aka C. Miller) with his legal issues stemming from his 2009 murder conviction, saying, “I can’t let him sit in there like that.”

C-Murder was found guilty of 2nd degree murder for allegedly shooting and killing a sixteen year-old boy inside a New Orleans nightcub in 2002.

Clive Davis Pre-Grammy Celebration | Hip Hop News Daily

On the eve of music’s biggest night, the stars joined together for the annual Clive Davis Pre-Grammy party in Los Angeles on Saturday evening (January.

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“HI 808″ Music Video

Blue Scholars HI 808 Music Video

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Daily Hip-Hop News – Blue Scholars Live in Concert

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North By Northwest Live in Concert


Blue Scholars – “North By Northwest”

Seattle rap group Blue Scholars perform hit song “North By Northwest” live in concert.

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Blue Scholars “No Rest For The Weary”

Blue Scholars

“No Rest For The Weary” Music Video


Northwest Hip-Hop group Blue Scholars “No Rest For The Weary” music video. Blue Scholars are a couple of Seattle hip-hop artists.

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Jay-Z’s Casino Deal Questioned by Simmons and Feds

Rapper Jay-Z’s business dealings with a New York-based promotion company are under federal investigation over possible ethics violations.

Aqueduct Entertainment Group was awarded a multi-million dollar contract in January to upgrade the Aqueduct Race Track and turn it into a racetrack and casino, or “racino”. It would be the only one of its kind in New York City… Read More>>

Jay-Z & Young Jeezy Sell Out Philips Arena Saturday

Hip hop icon Jay-Z brought his BP3 Tour to sold out Philips Arena Saturday night. Also performing were Young Jeezy, Trey Songz and Bridget Kelly. Opening songs in Jay-Z’s set included “Run This Town’, “Death of Auto-Tune” and a duet of “Empire State of Mind” with Bridget Kelly…Read More>>

Jay-Z Gets Robbed At The NAACP Awards

Jay-Z was not a happy camper after this year’s NAACP Awards which took place in LA last night.  Pop the top for the details.

Jay-Z was nominated for five NAACP awards last night and didn’t receive one.  Losing to artists such as Mary J Blige for Outstanding Album Of The Year, many Hov stans feel it was unfair and that he was robbed by the award show… Read More>>

Underground Hip-Hop News

She Say [Music Video] by Jola

“She Say” by Jola – This track is pretty tight, but the video really sells it. I would call it nerdy comedy rap. I was pleasantly surprised. Props to Front Page Hip Hop for the video.

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UK Hip Hop News, Reviews and Interviews – Certified Banger

“We make hip hop, it’s not local and the drums smack.” If you hadn’t heard, Diversion Tactics are back with their album ‘Careful on the Way Up’. Zygote, Jazz T and Chubby took time to answer my questions about the LP, the label and life …

[Video] Rosa Acosta – The Leak Show Interview « Grid The Kidd …

ROSA ACOSTA STOPPED THRU THE LEAK SHOW TO SPREAD THE WORD ABOUT HER NEW REALITY SHOW, LOVE LIFE & CAREER. THE LEAK SHOW EVERY THURSDAY 6-9PM LOG ON DTF RADIO.COM

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“Loyalty” Music Video

Universal Music, Label for U2, Eminem, Names New CEO

Universal Music, whose artists include U2, Lady Gaga and Eminem, saw revenue decline 5.2 percent in the nine months ended September amid music-industry … Read More…

Aziz Ansari a.k.a. RAAAAAAAANDY releases ‘AAAAAAAANGRY’ diss track at Kanye …

My favorite call outs: Kanye’s (especially when he continues on about his blog), Eminem, and Drake. Just take a listen above and check out more from Aziz … Read More…

New Hip Hop Song Releases

Currently focused on Northwest Hip Hop, … I was booking and running production with Anthony Sanchez at Berbati’s Pan under the title Portland Underground for almost 2 years before he was un-justly fired. I then went into some management …

Sound on the Sound’s Top 25 Northwest Albums of 2009 » Sound On …

The local hip hop scene bubbled with excitement and slowly-but-surely burgeoned into a topic on everyone’s lips, thanks to the energy of head-turning acts like They Live!, Champagne Champagne, Fresh Espresso, Macklemore, as well as the …

Back Beat Seattle » Blog Archive » Photos and Review: Sleep, B …

He had a lot to say on the topics of the Northwest hip hop scene, family, old friends, and his crew, Oldominion – all of which are subjects of his songs. It’s obvious there’s a lot going on up in his head. As I mentioned before, …

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Eminem And Jay-Z Should Rock Cowboys Stadium, Jerry Jones Says

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Eminem And Jay-Z Should Rock Cowboys Stadium, Jerry Jones Says

The owner of America’s Team recalled giving Eminem a tour of the palatial venue when Mr. Mathers attended the Cowboys vs. Chargers game in December. … Read More…

Eminem’s 11-Year Anniversary Celebration

As part of Eminem’s celebration for the eleven-year anniversary of his first album “The Slim Shady LP,” the Detroit rapper will take over the FUSE … Read More…

Eminem News

Eminem last played live here on the ‘Anger Management’ tour in 2003. His last headline gig at a festival was at Reading in 2001. Muse and Kasabian are the … Read More…
That’s all the news for today guys, so until next time, thanks for stopping by.

Blue Scholars Music Video

“Coffee And Snow”

Blue Scholars “Coffee And Snow” Music Video

Northwest Hip-Hop News

Internet Marketing Guide for Independent Hip Hop Artists

For instance if your band name is G-Rap buy a domain like www.g-rap-hip-hop.com that way it includes hip hop in the domain and gives you more relevancy on search engines. Make sure that the content is different from site to site, …

Bring a child out of the cold dance party this Thursday | Portland …

Support local hip hop, especially when local hip hop is supporting the youth of our community and donate a coat, toy, and lend an ear to the “Bring a Child Out of the Cold, Dance Party” and Northwest Impact this Thursday at Barracuda. …

Seattle Music – 206 Hip-Hop: Still About to Be Big – page 1

But, as long as the fans of NW Hip Hop keep supporting our artists, and our artists keep putting out new, innovative and GOOD music, the scene will thrive and eventually folks elsewhere will notice. And by the way, those “sold out shows …

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Eminem News – CBS takes the rap for not taking Grammy’s rap

I hope you’ve been enjoying my posts lately. I thought I might do something different today and rustle up a few bits of info from around the WWW. These are some of the news items and blog posts that have been popular over the last few weeks. Leave me your thoughts.

CBS takes the rap for not taking Grammy’s rap

During a medley performed near the end of Sunday’s award show by rappers Lil Wayne, Eminem and Drake, CBS silenced the … Read More…

T In The Park Tickets On Sale

Eminem, Muse and Kasabian were announced as the headliners earlier this week. However the big surprise on the line up is Eminem who hasn’t played a full … Read More…

Eminem’s publicist slams baby reports

A spokesperson for Eminem has blasted reports the rapper and his ex-wife are expecting a baby together. Reports suggesting the “Stan” hitmaker and Kim … Read More…
That’s all the news for today guys, so until next time, thanks for stopping by.

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“Joe Metro”

Blue Scholars Music Video “Joe Metro”

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52nd Grammy Awards

Other winners included Eminem (best rap album, “Relapse”), the French dance-pop band Phoenix (best alternative album, “Wolfgang Amadeus Phoenix”), Green Day (best rock album, “21st Century Breakdown”) and Northwest grad and Second City album Stephen … Later on, another all-star hip-hop performance by Lil Wayne, Eminem and Drake (with Blink 182’s Travis Barker for some reason on drums) was so rife with nasty language that more of the audio was silenced than broadcast. …

Northwest HipHop News

Macklemore Interview

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Macklemore is from the same city as Blue Scholars and the Mass Line Media family: Seattle. His debut ‘The Language Of My World’ released in 2005 and this year he’s back with the ‘Unplanned Mixtape‘ . Together with producer Ryan Lewis he also released the conceptual EP ‘The VS.’ for free this month. On the EP they sample artists such as Beirut, The Killers, Red Hot Chilli Peppers. And in case you are interested in behind the scenes footage of ‘The Town’, then click here!

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Vancouver BC Graffiti

Vancouver BC GraffitiSome Vancouver BC Graffiti posted by SurreyGraff. View the Users Gallery for more graffiti pictures of Vancouver BC. New to PG? Upload your graffiti pictures to…Read More »

Eminem Hip-Hop News

NAMES + FACES Eminem lands European dates

While fans await “Relapse 2,” Eminem says he’s planning to take in some sights over the summer and headline three big festival dates in Europe. … Read More…

Lil Wayne And Eminem’s ‘Drop The World’ Video To Premiere Next Month

Lil Wayne and Eminem will come together once again when MTV premieres the video for “Drop the World,” the acclaimed … Read More…

Eminem Introduces Slim Shady To The World: Wake-Up Video

On this day back in 1999, Eminem kicked off what became a dominant run through the music industry when he dropped his debut album The Slim Shady LP. … Read More…
That’s all the news for today guys, so until next time, thanks for stopping by.

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Blue Scholars on Piece of Shep

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Blue Scholars – HI-808 (Official Music Video) from Blue Scholars on Vimeo.

The Following is from Piece of Shep personal blog of a northwest hip hop fan

In my constant quest for new hip hop music I’ve seen one name come across my screen several times: Blue Scholars. Even though I’ve seen them mentioned by various underground hip hop fanboys, I’ve never given them a shot. Read More

The Most Creative Hip Hop Albums

I’m very passionate when it comes to hip hop. At times I’m its biggest advocate, and others the biggest apologist. Most of the hip hop that is played on the radio embarrasses me. That isn’t true hip hop in my opinion, it is no different than Britney Spears or Miley Cyrus. It’s pop music. Lost in the shuffle of throw-away singles and one-hit wonders are some of the most creative artists, songs, and albums of any genre. I want to discuss some of the most creative hip hop albums of all time. On top of having great production and lyrics, all of them tell a story from beginning to end.

Deltron 3030 – Deltron 3030

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