The World From GeminEyes: May 2012

Thursday, May 31, 2012

Gucci Mane: The Rising King of Collab?

original story posted December 1, 2009

“I think there were a lot of misconceptions about me , but I can understand why it was like that because people didn't know me, I wouldn't let them in my world."

There was a certain point in time, believe it or not, when rapper Gucci Mane wasn't in high demand as he was on his come up in the music world. Outside of his collaboration with Young Jeezy back in the day on “So Icey” , La Flare has always seemed to be an artist that preferred to keep to himself.

Recently, however, the feeling must have changed as Gucci has almost become the new

original Story Posted December 2, 2009

“Making Relapse, I was still working the drugs out of my system, so there was a lot of…just jokey Shyte. It was a lot of punchline-y, funny, shock value-kind of going back to The Slim Shady LP.”

Many fans may have been heavily disheartened when the news dropped that Relapse 2 was placed on hold until 2010 and would have to suffice with Relapse: Refill, which would be a re-release of the May album with

original story posted December 2, 2009

Pitbull may be finding himself in legal trouble once again as a canceled show in California has landed the Miami rapper with a lawsuit.

Set to take place in Cudahy, it was reported that El Potrero Night Club was responsible for the suit as they have made allegations that the Latin rapper was a no-show during a concert that took place back in May.

Legal action was taken by the club when

Original Story Posted December 1, 2009

It's a good feeling to know that the fans will never let their own down and are willing to stand behind them no matter what the circumstances.

For Lil Wayne and Lil Boosie, their recent jail sentences, one serving and one pending, have incited an uproar for some in the city of New Orleans as a group of men decided to lead protests on behalf of the rappers to have them freed.

The New Orleans Police Department were given a mighty task Monday as these men felt it necessary to voice their opinion on the recent incarceration of Boosie, as well as, awaiting the sentence for Wayne.

The Times-Picayune reported that off-duty officers

original story posted December 2, 2009

“And I ain't sayin n*ggas left us in the hood though/ We ate our little food, did the dishes, cleaned the plates up/ You was eatin steak while we was eatin Steakum/ But I never complained, backed you up and tipped the waiter.”

There has been heavy discussion as it pertains to Beanie Sigel and his recent verbal assaults on Jay-Z. Many are feeling as though he has a valid argument, whereas others look at him as a down and out rapper trying to bring himself back to relevancy.

No matter how much he sends shots at the throne of his former “friend”

original story posted December 3, 2009

“We've definitely grown. I think with each album, there's always some kind of development with the Clipse and I think the Clipse is pretty much, what we do is we give you, we share our lives on these albums.”

As the countdown comes to a close and less than a week before the release of Til The Casket Drops, the Clipse have been able to find a way out of the troubles they dealt with on their previous work to return on top.

Being the third offering from the group, as a Clipse album, the duo has dealt with

original story posted December 8, 2009

“We know that we want to do some raw Hip Hop. That's exactly the direction and feel we want, so that's the basis of it. ‘Ye and I definitely know we want to do some pure Hip Hop.”

As an artist continues to perfect their craft, it becomes a necessity to shed their skin a few times and go through some transformations.

For Chicago's Common, the rapper has gone through a full spin as he returns back to his roots with

original story posted December 9, 2009

“Me and DJ Green Lantern decided to get together and make a project, which is sorta like an album and a mixtape in one.”

Initially rumored to hit the streets in November, there was not too much depth in regards to the joint venture between rapper Styles P and DJ Green Lantern.

Although November has clearly come and go, business is still in the process as the duo are in works of

Original Story Posted December 9, 2009

“Bar Exam3 will be very offensive to u if u ever disrespected me or my crew…you were not being ignored so be afraid BI**H”

Still basking on the release of his first studio album since 2005's Independent's Day with Street Hop, rapper Royce Da 5'9” is already back in the lab prepping the third installment to his series The Bar Exam.

Helmed as being the crème de la crème in regards to a mixtape series, Royce seems to have his sights set out on

Original Story posted December 9, 2009

“I'm just disappointed in the way he let the success get to him.”

Before T-Pain catapulted his solo career to where it's at now, the rapper/singer was part of a group known as the Nappy Heads.

While in Tallahassee, Florida, the group was able to gain success in the early 2000s and was widely known in the South.

As is with most situations as a group, they decided to

original story posted December 9, 2009

It was announced Tuesday that sunglasses brand Serious Pimp has now become the premier brand of shades for Hip Hop entertainers across the globe.

Tapping artists such as Snoop Dogg, Game, DJ Quik, Ice-T, The Dogg Pound and various others, Serious Pimp Sunglasses and its unique design of blending aspects of Hip Hop with “serious attiude” has become

original story posted December 9, 2009

“Ahahahahahahhaahahahhahaha! Lmaooooooooooo. So now I was a d*ked an dated remy ma n made a vid dressed as a boy?!?!?!? Lmaooooo U ppl r simple.”

Recently a video surfaced of a woman that was allegedly Nicki Minaj stating that she had sexual relations with Remy Ma back in the day. Minaj quickly laid waste to such rumors.

So, which part exactly is she so offended by?

As the official first lady of the Young Money brand, Nicki Minaj

original story posted December 10, 2009

Death of Auto-Tune; Death of Kellz; Death of Jay-Z; Death of Competiton?

Words uttered by none other than Brooklyn's Fabolous, the rapper is fresh off his album Loso's Way and in the process of delivering a sequel to his DJ Drama assisted mixtape There Is No Competition.

Slated for a release on

original story posted December 10, 2009

The return of Raekwon is a comeback that has been highly praised and acknowledged by Hip Hop heads.

Even in today's changing climate in the music industry, the Chef was able to show that he can still cook up some potent product for the streets to feed off of.

The storm following Only Build 4 Cuban Linx Pt. 2 was so great that it even caught the attention of TIME Magazine as they gave Rae the Number

original story posted December 11, 2009

Although an album has yet to be dropped, the Distant Relatives known as Nas and Damian Marley are still trying to leave their impact outside of the music.

Teaming with National Geographic and V-Tech, the duo will have a panel debate on Saturday, December 12th in Washington D.C. Paying homage to the art of Hip Hop, the discussion will explore the origins of

original story posted December 14, 2009

First emerging and becoming heavily submerged into the music scene back around 1996, Timbaland has been known as the go-to guy when it came to having a producer on an album.

His track record speaks for itself as he has worked with artists such as Lil Kim, Jay-Z, the L.O.X., LL Cool and Xzibit, along with staying loyal to his own click with Missy Elliot and introducing the world to Bubba Sparxx.

Now feeling that the generation he came from has now left, Timbo has decided to pack his bags as well and leave Hip Hop

Original Story Posted December 16, 2009

“Look out for an announcement from a major label regarding Slaughterhouse later in the week.”

Since releasing their self-titled debut back in July, Slaughterhouse has continued to catapult their careers in a way that a major label was unwilling to do when they were initially coming into the game individually.

Now with their presence undeniable, the majors are clearly out scouting for new talent to bring in and Slaughterhouse are the top draft picks. According to Joell Ortiz, there will be an announcement before

Original Story Posted December 17, 2009

“Yo, put it like this. All I'ma say is get ready for another classic. N*ggas is really on their Shyte, 3,000%. I know from what I'm hearing and I'm like yall, I'm looking for the same Shyte. N*ggas is on the grind, hard body.”

It seems that Raekwon wasn't the only rapper that has been cooking up a sequel to a breakout debut.

Fresh off of linking a deal with the Chef and his IceWater imprint, the duo CNN will be delivering their hood report again with the release of

Original Story Posted December 17, 2009

“From the scientific side of it, from the political side of it, I kinda understand the dynamic and how bottle water affects it and solutions to actually clean the water affects it and the political ramifications of it and the health issues that goes around it.”

As Lupe Fiasco prepares himself mentally and physically to topple Mt. Kilimanjaro on an upcoming climb, the Chicago native is also attacking the problem of water pollution and how it

original story posted December 21, 2009

The rapper that first came out saying that he loved college and loved women may be playing to a new tune as of late as Asher Roth has come out of the closet.

Speculation has been running rampant for the past few months with allegations of the Gay Rapper in Hip Hop, but now the mystery has reportedly been solved.

Roth will appear on E!News during the Christmas Holiday celebration to talk about his recent “coming out of the closet”. Asher was recently in attendance at a Gay Rights Parade with Lady Gaga, American Idol Winner, Clay Aiken, Blink 182, and REM lead man Michael Stipe.

There have been reports that he has been on numerous

original story posted December 21, 2009

As the 90s roster of rap continues to age, there has been an opening for the new generation to showcase their own particular talents and present a shift in the Hip Hop industry.

Taking notes from legends of the past, the new school desires to keep the momentum alive for rap, but find a way to throw their own little flavor to usher something new for a changing crowd of listeners.

Atlanta's own B.O.B., also known as Bobby Ray, is one that has stepped in to shake the foundation. A jack of all trades, Ray is a rapper, but also holds talents in being a

Nike and Hip Hop Team Up for Christmas

original story posted December 21, 2009

What would the holidays be without some Christmas cheer? Lupe Fiasco and KRS-One decided to become more animated by featuring themselves in the Nike puppet commercials with NBA superstars LeBron James and Kobe Bryant.

With Christmas a few days away, Lupe played the role of Blitzen the Reindeer as he took on Kobe, LeBron and Santa, played by KRS.

A lyrical battle between the two couldn't stop the outcome of a basketball game between Santa and his Reindeer.

The Challenge:

JoeBuddenTV Returns

Original Story Posted December 23, 2009

“If yall gotta man and yall not swallowing, he's definitely getting his package sucked somewhere else.”

Since the overly publicized split between New Jersey rapper Joe Budden and former girlfriend Tahiry, Jumpoff has been rather quiet as of late.

While Crooked I, Joell Ortiz and Royce Da 5'9” have been dropping freestyles, Joey has been on the backburner.

The moment of silence has clearly been broken with the return of JoeBuddenTV with the episode pitting a debate between men and women aptly titled “Venus vs. Mars”.

Sexual endeavors are put fully out in this round table discussion.

[Check the video after the jump]

original story posted December 28, 2009

Christmas is deemed as a time for cheer and generosity and clearly rapper Kanye West feels the sentiment.

Alongside Amber Rose, the two decided to give back for the holidays and volunteers for the Los Angles Mission to help the homeless on Saturday.

Fully appreciative of what he has come to garner with his success, the rapper assisted in

original story posted December 30, 2009

Kid Cudi has never been a rapper that finds it necessary to bring down another rapper in order to promote himself. He is, however, a man that apparently believes in respect and will immediately shut down those that choose to not show him such courtesy.

During a show at the House Of Blues in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, the Man on the Moon spoke on his recent activity involving the assault on a fan that resulted in him being ejected from Lady Gaga's tour.

The media has found many different angles and spins to place on the incident so Cudi has found no other alternative but to

original story posted December 31, 2009

Most rappers coming up in the game, and even those established already have particular pinnacles that they would like to reach in regards to collaborations. For some, the idea of recording with Jay-Z is a high point that certain artists strive for.

For Young Money's Drake, not only has he been able to receive the co-sign from Jay, he now has two official studio recordings under his belt with The Blueprint III and now his own debut Thank Me Later on the track

original story posted January 6, 2010

Always ready to give credit where it is due, BET Networks is gearing up to present their third annual “BET Honors” event.

Being taped on January 16, the actual show will premiere on February 1 at 8 p.m. to kick off Black History Month.

Hosted by Gabrielle Union, it is set to take place at the Warner Theatre in Washington D.C. and will honor legendary figures in entertainment such as

original story posted January 7, 2010

Outside of his work with the Wu Tang Clan on the boards, producer RZA has always had some type of fixation with the Asian culture and the art of Kung Fu.

Now is the time to show and prove as he has been given the green light to begin the film The Man With The Iron Fist,which will mark his debut as a director.

Another fan of the martial arts movies is director Quentin Tarantino, whom RZA had the pleasure of working with when he was asked to create the score for

original story posted January 11, 2010

There comes a time in every man's life when they try to develop something that most call a hobby or a way to keep the mind stimulated in some fashion when there is nothing else going on around.

For LaDainian Tomlinson of the San Diego Chargers, the off season has given the player some down time to perfect another craft of his that might have been unknown to most.

Hitting the stage with the LT Electric Slide, this goes to show why the off season should still see the NFL keeping the player in training because spectacles such as this occur.

At least he was original. If the basketball players are rapping, why not be innovative and make an instructional dance video?

Black Thought Speaks on Roots Album; Solo Projects [Video Included]

original story posted January 11, 2010

“I'm in a lot of people's Top 5, I appreciate it.”

For those that might have gotten things a little misconstrued about The Roots, they are still a group ready to deliver hear for Hip Hop. Being the house band for Late Night With Jimmy Fallon is just a platform to present the masses with what most already knew in regards to their music.

As the group is gearing up to release their ninth studio album How I Got Over, which is scheduled to hit shelves in February, the front man known as Black Thought has been planning his own separate ventures.

A formidable lyricist in his own rights, Thought has always been looked at and many have wondered why he neverdropped a solo project. The time has come now as the Philadelphia native is looking to expand on a project that he started back

original story posted January 11, 2010

“Bleek you're still with me. What did I say?/ The time is coming; you one hit away.” – Jay Z (Momma Loves Me)

There are some people in the world that know exactly how to play their position and are aware of when the time has come and gone. Others have the issue of not coming to grips with the fact that their 15 minutes of fame has come and gone and their presence is becoming more of an annoyance than a blessing.

As Beanie Sigel continues to wage his war and air out all of his issues with Jay Z, the rapper has now decided to pick on Memphis Bleek.

Already attacking him verbally on “Think Big”, Sigel has now

Original story posted January 11, 2010

“Just tell everybody. You like package too.”

Apparently, Monica “Danger” Leon has become quite tiresome of everyone looking at her as the girl that smashed the homies.

After dealing with unnecessary promotion of her getting it in with Ray J's friends, with shirts to match, along with a publicized pregnancy that ended up not even being his child, Danger has chosen to speak out on her former lover and deliver

Original Story Posted January 11, 2010

Reports and further details have come to the surface as G-Unit's Lloyd Banks is now under police custody on assault and robbery charges after an incident that occurred Friday Night.

The rapper is being held by authorities in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada.

Allegations began to bubble Friday after Banks performed at Club NV. Sergeant Brag Finucan of the Waterloo Regional Police's Criminal Investigations branch spoke with MTV and stated that Banks, real name Christoper Lloyd, had a verbal dispute with a promoter over

Original Story Posted January 14, 2010

“I think I need to remind people I'm from Marcy Projects. You can't get into those prestigious clubs. I can't even get into the golf club in Palm Springs.”

The date is now January 14. Since the New Year came in and Jay Z decided to bring it in with the music video for “On To The Next One”, it has been two weeks of speculation and conspiracy theory calling Jay Z a Freemason and being part of the Illuminati and the New World Order.

Coverage has become ridiculous and whether it's people reading too far into Jay and everything he does or the rapper becoming more blatant with his religious allegiance, things have spun out of control at this point.

Usually known to just allow things slide, Jay once again addressed the claims

Original Story Posted January 19, 2010

Now many have come to look at such scenarios and push them to the side as if it never happened, but instances such as this are uncalled for and give insight to something in between the lines.

As Monday was a day to remember and look back at the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr and what he strived for in regards to the future of Black America, but more so the humanity in America, certain slip ups were made by ESPN radio host Mike Greenberg of Mike and Mike In the Morning.

Pusha T Reacts to Rappers Not Writing Rhymes

Original Story Posted January 20, 2010

Hip Hop is an arena full of competitors trying to keep themselves separated from the pack. Since Jay Z first stated that he didn't write his rhymes, it seems like everybody is going with the concept of no pen and pad.

For some like T.I. and Lil Wayne, the end result is usually something to look forward to, but unfortunately for others, they just look somewhat stupid and people pray that they didn't really write down the ignorance that came out their mouth.

Pusha T, half of the Clipse, responds to the idea of “freestyling” records, as he

Original Story Posted January 26, 2010

Although her name may not be as synonymous with music as it once was, female rapper Jacki-O is still trying to make sure that she is finding a way to give back in some form or fashion.

Announced by Shadow Play Entertainment, the rapper, along with recording artist Tray Chaney, have both been named Ambassadors for Community Options, Inc.

A national non-profit organization, Community Options has developed housing along with employment support for those that have disabilities. The work of the organization has spanned back

Original Story Posted January 26, 2010

“You think we got it bad over here and the conditions are bad in America, imagine what they going through.”

With some venturing out to Haiti to help and provide support and others donating as much money as they can to telethons, Fashawn finds his way to play his part and give back to the country and its citizens.

The Global Telethon reportedly has raised over $60 million.

The problems don't start once the media stops reporting on it. Haiti needed help before the incident and they will need even more after.

Game Questions Purpose of School

Original Story Posted January 26, 2010

“After you learned how to read & do addition, what else did we need school for that we use in everyday life as an adult?”

Before even getting into this story, let's all sit back and marinate on such a thought-provoking question. I'm sure if we extracted the idea of subtraction and division and only embraced multiplication, dwindling funds would never be a problem, would it? Out of mind, out of sight.

Whatever the case may be, while Game had some time away from his fourth album, The R.E.D. Album, the rapper reflected on and even questioned the relevance of the school system

Original Story Posted January 28, 2010

Reported earlier, Lupe Fiasco stated the admiration and respect that he has for Jay Electronica and his ability to rhyme.

He took it so far to say that he was fighting for the two to come together and create a collaborative effort for both lyricists to sink their teeth into.

It didn't take too long to get a response from Elec as the New Orleans rapper accepted and even added that people should expect to hear some noise from them much sooner that one would think.

Speaking with Brooklyn Bodega, Jay gave his R.S.V.P while giving Lupe

Original Story Posted February 2, 2010

“There are certain things you can't say, or sing, on television.”

Ever since the broadcast of the 52^nd Annual Grammy Awards this weekend, the Internet has been pulsating in regards to the “unnecessary” censoring of lyrics for the night's closing performances from Eminem, Lil Wayne and Drake.

Check the drastically contrasting performance here.

Stating that the performance were barely able to be heard, there are some that are accusing the FCC and CBS of

Original Story Posted February 2, 2010

The pursuit of fame and success can sometimes leave people with a veil draped over their eyes where they are unable to see the bumps and bruises that one must endure in order to achieve the dream.

Maino's cousin, his close friend, recently committed suicide and last spring the rapper's best friend was shot by police.

Through all of the turmoil, Maino continues to maintain his composure, but has come to realize that

Thursday, May 31, 2012

Wednesday, May 30, 2012