Too Short Gives Some ‘XXL’ Rated ‘Fatherly Advice’ on The Birds & The Bees (Video)
February 10, 2012
Too Short is wilding out with his comments in this video…..uhhhhh thanks for the advice Uncle Short. I think.
UPDATE: TOO SHORT ISSUES AN APOLOGY
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Tags: Pimping 101, Sex & Relationships, The Birds & The Bees, Too Short, XXL, XXL Magazine | 
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Big Sean – “Two Can Win”
February 10, 2012
“In honor of J. Dilla being one of the most influential producers of all time, I decided to lay a verse to one of my favorite tracks off of J. Dilla’s Donuts. Being from Detroit I feel I have a responsibility to honor his legacy n continue it in my own way. His soul will live forever… RIP J. Dilla” – Big Sean
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Danny Brown Speaks on 50 Cent Trying To Get Him To Stop Wearing Skinny Jeans (Video)
February 10, 2012
This is a funny story from Danny Brown’s interview on Last Call With Carson Daly. Detroit emcee Danny Brown speaks on the time he met 50 Cent & the opportunities Fif gave him, but says that 50 Cent couldn’t get around his penchant for rocking skinny jeans among his other questionable fashion choices. Honestly I dig Danny Brown’s music, but I don’t like his fashion choices either. Not saying the brotha should dress up like a hardcore thug or nothing, but sheehz! Hahaa!
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Raheem DeVaughn – “Be The One” feat. Snoop Dogg
February 10, 2012
D.C. soul ‘sanga’ Raheem DeVaughn let’s loose this new joint “Be The One” featuring ya big uncle Snoop Dogg. The song will be one of the featured tracks up his upcoming mixtape “Destination Loveland” which with also be hosted by Snoop Dogg aka DJ Snoop-A-Delic & featuring Dwele, Marsha Ambrosius, Dr Maya Angelou & fellow D.C. rap artist Phil Ade’. The mixtape will be ready come Valentines Day February 14th…..
Posted in Hip-Hop, Music, R&B | Tags: Be The One, Destination Loveland, Raheem DeVaughn, Snoop Dogg, Soul | No Comments »
Happy Birthday Roberta Flack (Video)
February 10, 2012
Not many female soul singers have had the impact that Roberta Flack has had on virtually all genres of music. From hip hop to rock, Flack’s musical influence continues to have its place in popular tunes. One of the nicest joints with Flack’s influence laced within can be seen above. She and Lauryn Hill, along with The Fugees, transform a classic into a hip hop staple.
Posted in Hip-Hop, Music, R&B | Tags: Happy Birthday, Killing Me Softly, Lauryn Hill, Roberta Flack, The Fugees | No Comments »
BLITZ – 02/10/2012: Missing….. Black Male College Students
February 10, 2012
HEADLINES
What Was Steve Jobs’s High School GPA? Not 4.0, or Even 3.0
RIAA Lashes Out At Google, Wikipedia And Everyone Who Protested SOPA/PIPA
R&B Singer Ne-Yo Makes It Rain At Magic City Strip Club In Atlanta (Photos)
Philadelphia Attempting Guiness World Record For The World’s Longest ‘Soul Train’ Line
Giant African Snails Invade Florida Threatening Agriculture, Posing Health Risk
50 Cent Visits Famine Victims In Somalia & Kenya In Collaboration with World Food Program
Toilet Use In NYC Jumped 13 Percent In The Immediate Aftermath Of The Super Bowl
Scientists Invent Robot That Powers Itself By Eating Organic Matter, Then Pooping
Ester Baxter Says Video Vixens Are No Longer Making Money In The Industry
Only Four Percent of College Students Are Black Males
Feds Announce $25 Billion Foreclosure Abuse Deal
Chad Ochocinco Changing His Name Back To Chad Johnson
Apple Worth More Than Google And Microsoft Together
FDA Approves Drug That Reverses Alzheimer Symptoms
Police Identify 2 Out Of 3 Suspects In Video Taped Beating
Indian Tribe Sues Beer Maker For Alcohol Problems
Black Leaders Silent On Roland Martin
Ebony Editorial: Marriage Is Dead
Suge Knight Arrested On Vegas Drug & Traffic Charges
Military Women To Serve Closer To Frontline
Black Caucus Proposes HOPE Changes
Developers in Azerbaijan Are Planning To Build A Kilometer-High Skyscraper; World’s Tallest
Posted in Cover Story, News | Tags: 2/10/12, BLITZ, Missing Black Male College Students, The BLITZ | No Comments »
Blake x CP3: Welcome To Lob City
February 10, 2012
There’s new sheriffs in Floss Angeles…..Blake Griffin & Chris Paul lead the charge in “New Lob City”. Check out the preview of the interview written by former Atlanta based music & sports writer Lang Whitaker from the SLAM site.
Posted in Cover Story, News, Sports | Tags: Basketball, Blake Griffin, Chris Paul, CP3, Los Angeles Clippers, NBA, Slam, Slam Magazine | 1 Comment »
Phonte – “The Good Fight” (Video)
February 10, 2012
Phonte drops a brand new video directed by Kenneth Price for “The Good Fight” which is one of my favorite songs to bang out on the radio show. Not only is the subject matter relevant to the times right now, but the production on the track from 9th Wonder snaps too. Phontigallo’s ‘Charity Starts At Home” album was one of our picks for “Best Hip Hop Album Of 2011” & the North Carolina emcee, singer, songwriter, & part-time comedian is keeping the videos coming in 2012 from this incredibly dope album….
Posted in Hip-Hop, Videos | Tags: Charity Starts At Home, Kenneth Price, North Carolina Hip Hop, Phontigallo, THE GOOD FIGHT | 1 Comment »
The Amazing Spider-Man (Trailer)
February 9, 2012
I was rather dismissive of this upcoming flick when I first saw the initial press photos that were released from the film, but this new official trailer for the upcoming The Amazing Spider-Man movie looks rather promising. It appears the creators have decided to delve into a more darker & less light-hearted version of the Spider-Man franchise in this particular reboot. I’d say the approach is similar to how the earlier Batman movies & sequels were more ‘popcorn fare’, but the later ones starring Christian Bale were darker & more gangsta. I’m getting the same feeling after watching this trailer that’s the plan for the Amazing Spider-Man. Not sure about all the added CGI effects, but we’ll see come July 3rd…
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Chiddy Bang – “By Your Side” (Video)
February 9, 2012
Philly alternative rap group Chiddy Bang drops a new video for an unreleased song that won’t appear on their upcoming album entitled “Breakfast” due February 21st. I’m especially digging the video because I recognize many of the views in & around my hometown of Philadelphia. Even the shots from the trains are very familiar too me which all the more bring some warm nostalgic feelings to my heart….
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De La Soul – “Life Is Great” (Teaser)
February 9, 2012
What?! Another De La Soul album on the way?! Mannnn I’m ready to blast off the DeLaSolarSystem! Here’s what the crew had to say about their 8th studio album of their career…
“Here a lil’ treat! Life is great Pos verse. Dave West on the beat. Figure we let a joint leak and add some visual to it. For the fans who support all that we do while waiting patiently for the De La album to drop. You’re Welcome, enjoy.” – De La Soul
G-Side – “Gettin It†feat. Stalley & Joi Tiffany (Video)
February 9, 2012
This is a serious banger from Huntsville, Alambama natives G-Side featuring MMG frontman Stalley. This joint depicts the unglamorous side of “Gettin It”. I am glad more artists are putting more effort into the content of their music. Pump this in your jeep!!
-Isrealite
Posted in Hip-Hop, Music, Videos | Tags: G-side, Getting It, Joi Tiffany, MMG, Stalley | No Comments »
Kanye West x Jay-Z – “Ni**as In Paris” (Video)
February 9, 2012
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BLITZ – 2/9/12: Twitter Is The Devil
February 9, 2012
HEADLINES
Roland Martin Suspended By CNN
The 10 Meanest Fan Bases In Sports
University Sells Plan B Pill In Vending Machine
Netflix To Face Some Stiff Competition
Your Waiter Could Be Replaced By Your Tablet Soon
“Thrill Killer” Teen Sentenced To Life With Parole For Girl’s Murder
Grandmother Leaves 1 Month Old Grandson On Side Of Highway
Atlanta DJ Faces Murder Charge After Shooting Man 5 Times In Strip Club Parking Lot
New York Giants Running Back Responds To Gisele’s Comments
Now You Can Breathe In Your Caffeine
Santorum Campaign Gains Momentum After 3 State Sweep
The Best And Worst Burgers In America
States Move Closer To Settling Foreclosure Abuse Deal
Prosecutors Want Sandusky To Stay Indoors During House Arrest
The iPhone Is A Nightmare For Carriers
Judge Orders Man To Take Wife On DateÂ
China Laces Up It’s Chuck Taylors
Paul Pierce Passes Larry Bird on Celtics Scoring List
Student Loan Debt Pushing More Young People Into Bankruptcy
The Mystery Billionaire Behind 5 Hour Energy
Floyd The Locsmif – “In The Loop Radio” Vol. 1 (Album)
February 9, 2012
One of Atlanta’s most talented & soulful hip hop producers Floyd The Locsmif is back again with is great creative audio soundscapes. Not resting on his laurels after crafting bangers for major artists like 50 Cent & true school favorites like J-Live, Locsmif continues delivering these creative instrumental based projects with the latest being “In The Loop Radio” Vol. 1.” The In The Loop Radio series can be best described as a “blend tape” of Locsmif beats spanning more than a decade in the making. Most are unreleased and available for the first time in this episode. All produced and mixed by DJ Floyd The Locsmif. Dope artwork crafted by Dubelyoo…
Posted in Hip-Hop, Music, R&B, Videos | Tags: Floyd the Locsmif, In The Loop Radio, Instrumental, Locsmif, Soul, soul hop, Vol. 1, VOLUME 1 | No Comments »
Mr. Cool in ‘Quotes, Dance, Strut’ by A Tall Guy Films (Video)
February 8, 2012
Wow this is dope! Shout out to the ATL Funklordz‘ own Mr. Cool & A Tall Guy Films for their very dope “Quotes” series. “Quotes” is a visual capture of local Atlanta creatives and artists who demonstrate their talents in urban street culture accompanied with inspirational quotes. Plus you can never go wrong with George Clinton as the soundtrack to this funky piece right here. Shout out to the homie Dubelyoo who did the artwork on the mural….
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WISH and High Museum of Art Presents KAWS: “Down Time”
February 8, 2012
KAWS OPENING
KAWS SPEAKS
Long time no see. So I’ve come across something incredibly interesting that is planning to happen February 18th in the ATL. Artist Brian Donnelly, also known as KAWS, will be joining his “Companion” at the High Museum of Art here in Atlanta, GA. For those that are not hip to former New Jersey/ New York Graffiti writer KAWS, he is a prolific pop artist that has done work for Kid Cudi, Pharrell Williams, Bape, Hennesy, Dos Equis, and most notably Kanye West‘s fourth studio album “808 and Heartbreak”. Â Kaws who worked as a background designer for Disney often uses bottom half of Mickey Mouse for his “Orginal Fake” collectibles and of course the four finger gloves on most of his printed and painted work as well. There will be a “Culture Shock” social after the already SOLD OUT lecture The High Museum will be conducting February 16th 2012. You can purchase tickets online for the event HERE. Be sure to visit the exhibit but most importantly support your local artists!
Yours Truly,
FRANK YERBY
Posted in Alternative, EVENTS, Fasion, Hip-Hop, Producers | Tags: Bape, Hennessey, High Museum of Art, Kanye West, Kid Cudi, Pharrell Williams | No Comments »
Classic Clips: The Roots and A Tribe Called Quest Freestyle
February 8, 2012
Illadeph meets QB in this freestyle featuring Rahzel on the beat, with Black Thought, Consequence and Phife Dawg on the mics. As usual, Rahzel kills the beatbox while Ali Shaheed Muhammed and Questlove chill and groove to the beat. Would’ve been nice to hear what Q-Tip had to say, though. Guess time was up on Lorna’s Corner.
Posted in Hip-Hop, History, Music | Tags: A Tribe Called Quest, Ali Shaheed Muhammad, Black Thought, Classic Clips, Consequence, Phife Dawg, Q-Tip, Questlove, Rahzel, The Roots | No Comments »
BLITZ – 2/8/12: F%@K The City Up
February 8, 2012
HEADLINES
Changing the (Dis)Course of HIV/AIDS in the Black Community
Jay-Z Brings Hip Hop To Carnegie Hall
Irony? Dr. Conrad Murray In Cell Next To Janet Jackson’s Ex-Husband
Obama Campaign To Return 200k Tied To Mexican Fugitive
Facebook Founder Stuck With 1 Billion-Plus Tax Bill
Amar’e Stoudemire Brother Killed In Car Crash
Pinterest is 2012’s New Hottest Site
Elementary School To Replace Staff Amidst Abuse Allegations
Bank of America Plaza To Be Auctioned Off
Virginia Senate Passes Voter ID Measure
Karen Handel Resigns From Komen For The Cure
Dad Arrested For Biting 1 Year Old Son
Karl Malone Feuding With Utah Jazz Owner
Apple Looking For iTV Launch Partners
Nicki Minaj Perpetuates White Beauty Standard
Newt Gingrich Says Spanish Is The Language Of The Ghetto
New Study Suggests Gang Violence Is Not Less Connected To Drugs Than Expected
Jayforce + Salem Psalms Present “The Beatz & Lyrics 2 Go: Vol. 2” (Mixtape)
February 7, 2012
The Beatz & Lyrics show with Jayforce & Salem Psalms release the 3rd in their A3C mixtape series, Beatz & Lyrics 2 Go Vol 2. The mixtape was recorded entirely during the A3C Hip Hop Festival in Atlanta, GA on site at the venue in the Unique Squared Mobile Studio and also at Salem Psalms Library, an earshot away from the festival grounds. The project is once again executive produced by production duo The Bros Dynamite and features some of the most talented and notable independent hip hop artists around.
The 22 track mixtape is a mash-up of new collaborations between artists and producers that previously may not have worked together. The project features notables emcees: J-Live, Reks, Termanology, Sha Stimuli, Focus…, Boog Brown, Stanza, Ultra Beast (Senor Kaos & 4ize), Laws, and many more. There is also a stellar line-up of producers featured on the project. Beats from Focus…, Illastrate, King I Divine, D.R.U.G.S., Shade Cobain, Nefarious!, and many more! Make sure you visit the Salem Psalms website to check out the individual artwork for each track by many quality visual artists like Fluxwonda, Goldi Gold, & Mister Soul, & Eric 9 who got down with the project. We also have a clean version & of course the dirty version of the whole mixtape for all you radio djs that need it. Click on the artwork or any of the links below!
DOWNLOAD: BEATZ & LYRICS 2 GO: VOL. 2 MIXTAPE (DIRTY VERSION) | CLEAN
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