Jay-Z, Keys now to perform before Game 2 Oct 28, 2009
Jay-Z now set to perform before Game 2 ... Jay-Z joined the crowd at Yankee Stadium during the playoffs to cheer on the Bombers ... NEW YORK -- The thumping rhythms of "Empire State of Mind," performed by Jay-Z and Alicia Keys, have accompanied Derek Jeter's latest at-bats and served as a soundtrack for the Yankees' postseason clubhouse celebrations. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Stars laud Cosby as Twain prize awarded Oct 28, 2009
Jay-Z, Keys to open World Series. NEW YORK The New York Yankees have been blasting Jay-Z's "Empire State of Mind" during their playoff run ... Jay-Z and fellow New Yorker Alicia Keys are scheduled to perform the hit tomorrow, as the Yankees take on defending World Series champs, the Philadelphia Phillies. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Jay-Z, Keys to Perform at World Series Oct 27, 2009
Hip-hop singer and entrepreneur Shawn "JAY-Z" Carter participates in a press conference to announce the 'Answer The Call' benefit concert to be held on September 11th, 2009 at Madison Square Garden, on Monday, Aug. 31, 2009 in New York ... (AP) The New York Yankees have been blasting Jay-Z's "Empire State of Mind" during their playoff run ... Jay-Z and fellow New Yorker Alicia Keys are set to perform the hit, which plays on New York's nickname, The Empire State, on Wednesday, as the Yankees take... (CBS News -- Entertainment)
Yanks fan Jay-Z to perform at World Series Oct 27, 2009
Yanks fan Jay-Z to perform at World Series - Baseball- nbcsports ... Yanks fan Jay-Z to perform at World Series ... Jay-Z andAlicia Keys, shown last month during the MTV Video Music Awards, will perform together again Wednesday at Yankee Stadium in New York. (MSNBC -- Music)
Jay-Z will put World Series in an 'Empire State of Mind' Oct 27, 2009
Jay-Z will put World Series in an 'Empire State of Mind ... "Thank the good Lord for making me a Yankee" : Bronx Bombers backer Jay-Z will perform his Empire State of Mind to kick off the World Series ... Jay-Z and fellow New Yorker are set to perform the hit on Wednesday, as the Yankees take on , the. (USA Today -- Life)
The truly original thing about ”Rapper’s Delight” Oct 25, 2009
(Even Miley Cyrus name-drops Jay-Z.) Thirty years from now, hip-hop may or may not have run its course, but the chorus will probably still reign - except, echoing Rapper s Delight, when it doesn t. If the exception proves the rule - and keeping in mind that aphorism s archaic sense of prove - then what you hear is, in fact, a test. Perhaps, one day, the chorus will give way. (Boston Globe)
Activision: Initial DJ Hero Sales Might Be Slow Oct 24, 2009
- May 29th, 2009 New version also features rappers Eminem and Jay-Z.. - May 28th, 2009 Superstar DJs will be lending their mixes and likeness to the game. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
The Top 10 Hottest Latino DJs in NYC Oct 22, 2009
With enuff (pun intended) passport stamps to compete with Jay-Z, DJ Enuff is a non-stop, immensely talented, party-starting (and party-ON ... With enuff (pun intended) passport stamps to compete with Jay-Z, DJ Enuff is a non-stop, immensely talented, party-starting (and party-ON. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Ludacris Is the Latest Rapper Sued Over Legal Bills Oct 22, 2009
Regarding Jay-Z, it was reported during the summer that McGuireWoods partner Michael DiMattia had written a letter to U.S. District Judge Loretta Preska in New York asking to withdraw from representing Jay-Z in an ongoing labor and employment lawsuit because he hadn't been paid. DiMattia was on the team of attorneys representing the rapper and his New York nightspot, the 40/40 Club, against employee claims that they were paid below minimum wage and were not compensated for working overtime,... (Law.com)
Sasha Frere-Jones: A genre ages out. Oct 19, 2009
Jay-Z, Freddie Gibbs, and the end of hip-hop : The New Yorker ... Jay-Z s new album, The Blueprint 3, and some self-released mixtapes by Freddie Gibbs are demonstrating, in almost opposite ways, that hip-hop is no longer the avant-garde, or even the timekeeper, for pop music ... A mildly entertaining patchwork of styles, anchored by lots of guest singers and rappers, The Blueprint 3 is only tenuously connected to Jay-Z s best work, and a patient listener will have to accept that. (New Yorker)
Chill factor Oct 19, 2009
Run This Town, Jay-Z ... Run This Town, Jay-Z. (New York Post -- Business)
'Grown Man' Rappers Like Jay-Z or Common Are Mature Only in the Absence of Immaturity Oct 16, 2009
Grown Man' Rappers Like Jay-Z or Common Are Mature Only in the Absence of Immaturity ... Grown Man' Rappers Like Jay-Z or Common Are Mature Only in the Absence of Immaturity ... "Grown man" rappers like Jay-Z or Common are only mature in the absence of immaturity. (Slate)
Wale Bringing His 'A Game' To Jay-Z Tour Oct 16, 2009
" Wale's Attention Deficit drops on November 10. Other openers on the Jay-Z tour include N.E.R.D. and J. Cole. This report is provided by Services: Popular Links: theFABlife: VH1Classic.com: 00000000. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Def Jam History Fills The Pages Of November's XXL Oct 15, 2009
Interviews with Russell Simmons, Lyor Cohen. uestlove and more give insight into the imprint's history in the special issue. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Old skool tie Oct 15, 2009
Lartey also suggests that the culture of "multitasking" which saw Will Smith and Ice Cube become film stars, and Jay-Z balance rapping with a fashion label, has encouraged a similar "can do" attitude in this country - possibly acting as an inspiration for the next generation of entrepreneurs, particularly youngsters who aren't from a wealthy background. He points out that UK rapper Tynchy Stryder has "realised that selling T-shirts is as important as selling CDs". (BBC News -- UK)
Coming of age Oct 14, 2009
" THE BIRTH OF HIP-HOP Comprises different elements: Rap, DJing, breakdance, graffiti Sub-cultural expression grew out of the "disenfranchisement of the ghetto inner-city" in the late 70s Began in the Bronx in New York but found different styles on east and west coasts of US Although largely created by African-Americans, Puerto Ricans also very influential DJ Kool Herc is often credited as the first DJ to cut between records on the break Records rely on "samples" - audio collages of song... (BBC News -- Americas)
50 Cent Offers Fans More Bang for Their Buck Delivers Original Movie DVD With His New Album Before I Self Destruct Oct 13, 2009
50 Cent executive produced the documentary and appears in the 85-minute film, along with Rev Run, Russell Simmons, Jay-Z, and others. For the explosive Before I Self Destruct album, 50 Cent returned to working closely with Dr. Dre and Eminem as he did on Get Rich Or Die Tryin', his first official album. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
T.I. wins two BET awards from prison Oct 12, 2009
Jay-Z was honored as the "MVP of the Year," while Drake took home "Rookie of the Year," and Ice Cube received the "I Am Hip-Hop" icon award ... Jay-Z took the stage with Young Jeezy to perform "Real as It Gets" and rap group Goodie Mob performed its 1995 song "Cell Therapy.". (MSNBC -- News)
Rhymes to riches Oct 12, 2009
"It's all music," Jay-Z says to hip-hop's critics ... From dealing drugs to marrying Beyonce, running a successful record label and befriending Barack Obama now Jay-Z thinks he can save hip-hop ... SLOUCHED on a sofa, rapper Jay-Z aka Shawn Carter, the Jigga Man, the God MC, the self-proclaimed "black Sinatra" is recalling the last time he pressed flesh with the president of the US.. (The Age, Australia -- Entertainment)
It's a High-5 Night for U2 Oct 11, 2009
AWARDS DATABASE All of the winners, all of the nominees, all of the awards shows. Up Next Oct. 15-23 International Rome Film Festival. (Yahoo News -- Grammy Awards)
ALSO: Hands-on with 'DJ Hero' Oct 7, 2009
Speaking of optional hardware, a pricier DJ Hero Renegade Edition of the game will include a hardshell turntable carrying case that converts to DJ stand, a slicker turntable controller (with premium metal controls and finish) and an exclusive Jay-Z and Eminem 2-CD pack featuring unreleased tracks. In-game celebs include the late DJ AM, Grandmaster Flash, DJ Z-Trip, DJ Shadow, DJ Jazzy Jeff, Daft Punk and others. (USA Today -- Tech)
Hip-Hop Block presents 'Gaga's influence on hip hop' Oct 7, 2009
The answer is not found in remaking songs of classic Jay-Z beats, nor is the answer found in getting Weezy F. Baby to feature in a song. The answer is. (The Loyola Greyhound, MD)
Rick Ross Bosses Up As The #5 Hottest MC In The Game Oct 4, 2009
" Blistering Ballistics: "17, tryna man up/ Feed the fam boy, I put that on these damn goods/ All I got was diabetes and a damn hug/ People talkin' down, callin' me a damn scrub/ Young n---as, all you wanna do is roam free/ On your own feet, gotta cook your own beef/ I'm too cool for lame dudes to ridicule/ I laugh while I'm doing laps in the swimmin' pool/ I don't owe you n---as nuthin'/ Call me two fingers when you see a n---a stuntin'/ Black Phillip Drummond limousines of the Hummer/... (VHI.com -- Music News)
For BLK JKS, being a wild card comes naturally Oct 2, 2009
At home in Johannesburg, mainstream rap - Jay-Z, for instance - is at least as prevalent as traditional South African music, he explained, to the exclusion of other styles. He often wonders why his peers aren t more musically adventurous, Ramoba said on speaker phone with Buthelezi from New York, where the band recently kicked off its American tour. (Boston Globe)
Young Jeezy Rides Recession To The #7 Spot On Hottest MCs In The Game! Oct 2, 2009
Street Bangers: "Circulate," "Who Dat," "24-23 (Kobe-LeBron)," "My President" (remix, featuring Jay-Z), "Biggest Movie Ever" (featuring CTE). Key Guest Appearances: Kanye West's "Amazing," Jadakiss' "Something Else," Busta Rhymes' "Conglomerate" (also featuring Jadakiss), DJ Khaled's "Out Here Grindin,' " Ice Cube's "I Got My Locs On," Lil Boosie's "Better Believe It" (also featuring Webbie), Birdman's "Always Strapped" remix (also featuring Lil Wayne and Rick Ross), Jay-Z's "As Real As It... (VHI.com -- Music News)
Fabolous Is The #8 Hottest MC In The Game! Oct 1, 2009
" (from "The Way (Intro)") Hot Streak: Albums: Loso's Way Selected Mixtapes: N/A Singles: "Throw It in the Bag" (featuring The-Dream), "Everything, Everywhere, Everyday" (featuring Ryan Leslie and Keri Hilson), "Money Goes, Honey Stay" (featuring Jay-Z), "It's My Time" (featuring Jeremih) Street Bangers: "Throw It in the Bag" remix, (featuring Drake), "Feel Like I'm Back" Key Guest Appearances: Red Caf?'s "Hottest in the Hood" remix, Lil Cease's "Talk Go Through Us" (also featuring Busta... (VHI.com -- Music News)
Rap fans at increased car accident risk Sep 25, 2009
Drivers who listen to songs by artists such as Eminem, Dizzee Rascal and Jay-Z in their cars are most at risk of accidents, claims a new study. According to a survey of over 2,000 drivers by Auto Trader magazine, almost half of the volunteers admitted that rap or hip hop music affects their mood adversely while driving. (India Times, India)
JAY-Z Announces N.E.R.D., Wale and J.Cole to Join North American College Arena Tour Sep 25, 2009
LOS ANGELES, Sept. 24 /PRNewswire/ -- JAY-Z announced today that -- N.E.R.D, led by the phenomenal hit-makers and producers Pharrell Williams and Chad Hugo, Wale one of the brightest, innovative and heralded young rap stars of today, and J.Cole whose insightful and meaningful lyrical form brings promise of a new day in hip-hop, -- will join him throughout his North American tour ... Ticket and tour information for JAY-Z, N.E.R.D, Wale, and J.Cole is available at LiveNation ... Dates, cities and... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
From the Bronx to Malaysia Sep 24, 2009
Some of the artistes you hear now that are real are like Jay-Z, Kanye West, Outkast and The Roots. Most of the rest are all about putting out radio singles and making money, so much so that they tend to forget what hip-hop is all about. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Jay-Z Protege Takes Unusual Path to Stardom Sep 21, 2009
J. Cole, Jay-Z's Protege Attended College to Get Closer to Idol - ABC News ... Jay-Z Protege J. Cole Takes Unusual Path to Stardom ... Up-and-Coming Rapper Attended College to Get Closer to Jay-Z. (ABC News)
Rockers Muse enjoy chart success Sep 21, 2009
Their new release The Resistance also beat Peter Andre into third place, followed by fresh entries by rap star Jay-Z, David Gray and Pixie Lott ... UK TOP FIVE SINGLES 1 Taio Cruz - Break Your Heart 2 David Guetta ft. Akon - Sexy Chick 3 Madonna - Celebration 4 Jay-Z - Run This Town 5 Shakira - She Wolf Source: Official UK Charts Company. (BBC News -- UK)
Busdriver's hip-hop delivery is fast and creative on 'Jhelli Beam' Sep 18, 2009
Know where you're eating tonight. Our BRAND NEW Dining Guide is now open for business. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Jay-Z breaks Elvis album record Sep 17, 2009
Jay-Z was just nine years old when Elvis Presley died in 1977. Jay-Z is set to score his 11th American number one album, overtaking Elvis Presley as the solo artist with the most chart-toppers in US chart history. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Hip-Hop Block reviews Blueprint 3 by Jay Z Sep 16, 2009
Jay-Z was born on Dec. 4, 1969, in Brooklyn, N.Y. Because of his being born and raised by the streets, listeners can paint vivid images of what life was like for him in the slums. But in a gang-banging and misogynistic genre of music, Jay-Z has had his fair share of the limelight to the point where we can finally see Jay retreating back to the luxury lifestyle and developing and maturing into not only an icon, but also a role model ... Jay-Z, also known as the Jigga Man, Hova, Jay, S. Dot, and... (The Loyola Greyhound, MD)
'Jay Leno Show' stays on familiar ground Sep 16, 2009
Then he got up and rocked the house with Rihanna and Jay-Z. Which, given the smashed-flat-in-the-middle-of-the-road nature of all that had gone before, seemed just plain weird. Rihanna and her orange thigh-highs can work many forms of magic, but save this show. (FOX59, IN)
Drake Signs with Young Money/Cash Money/Universal Motown Records!!! Sep 15, 2009
His collaborations with Eminem, Kanye West and Jay-Z are among the most exciting releases of 2009. A former cast member of the Ns Degrassi: The Next Generation, Drake is hardly a stranger to the spotlightbut his best is certainly yet to come. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Olive Branch? Sep 15, 2009
Glenn Beck on Jay-Z, ACORN and 9/11 ... BILL O'REILLY, HOST: In the "At Your Beck and Call" segment tonight: an interesting situation involving the rapper Jay-Z. As you may know, last January, on inauguration weekend, he said this ... JAY-Z, RAPPER: Never thought I'd say this (EXPLETIVE DELETED). (Fox News)
Cognac-swigging Kanye storms MTV stage; Grabs microphone... Sep 15, 2009
According to a tweet on Twitter from Jay-Z's DJ, Neil Armstrong, the singer and her mother were deeply upset by his outburst and were seen crying backstage ... Jay-Z and Alicia Keys performed Empire State of Mind on stage during the evening and were joined by an uninvited Lil's Mama at the end ... There were even surprises during some of the other performances, with rapper Lil' Mama crashing the stage during Jay-Z's performance with Alicia Keys. (The Drudge Report)
Jay-Z Credits 'Truth' For His Long Rap Reign Sep 15, 2009
All my music and emotions is based off real truth. I believe that's why I'm here and still competing,' Hov tells Mixtape Daily. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Swift reaction at MTV Video Music Awards Sep 15, 2009
Her home base is R, through her marriage to Jay-Z and her brilliant singing style, she's strongly connected to hip-hop ... Green Day and Jay-Z also raised some heat with music instead of patter; the veteran punk band pulled the old trick of crowd-surfing during its live number, and the rap "mayor," as emcee Russell Brand called him, dueted with Alicia Keys in a display of utter confidence and skill. (FOX59, IN)
Jay-Z Rocks NYC on 9/11 Sep 14, 2009
Jay-Z Rocks NYC For 9/11 Benefit Concert, Brings Out Beyonce, Rihanna, Kanye West ... Jay-Z performs during the 'Answer The Call' benefit concert at Madison Square Garden, Friday, Sept. 11, 2009, in New York ... Rapper Jay-Z did it his own way: headlining a star-studded concert at Madison Square Garden. (CBS News -- Entertainment)
Jay-Z 'Answers The Call" Sep 13, 2009
Jay-Z 'Answers The Call' on 9/11. Jay-Z 'Answers The Call' on 9/11 ... Last night, on the eighth anniversary of the 9/11 terror ist attacks, Jay-Z honored the fallen heroes and the resil ience of the New Yorkers who have stuck with the city since with an amazing concert at Madison Square Garden. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Jay-Z's CD almost great Sep 12, 2009
SHOWCASE :: Erie's Entertainment Web Site. Brad Paisley, Dierks Bentley, Jimmy Wayne to play Penn State's Bryce Jordan Center on Oct. 23. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Jay-Z Gets Set For 9/11 Benefit Concert At Madison Square Garden Sep 12, 2009
I'm just humbled by the experience,' Jay says of show to benefit first responders' families. "In a way, Jay's music will always be connected to 9/11, as the first Blueprint album was released on that date in 2001. Eight years later, he treasures the chance to give back on such a dark day. "I'm humbled by this whole entire process, just my whole evolution coming to this place," he told MTV News after an August press conference to announce the show. "It just all worked out this way. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Jay-Z Should Rap About Marriage Sep 12, 2009
When are we going to hear one of these married or crazy-in-love rappers like Jay-Z rap about holy matrimony. With one song, Jay-Z can do what Hill Harper, Steve Harvey and arguably the Obamas have not been able to do ... Jay-Zs influence over young black men is palpable. (Slate)
Jay-Z's album solidifies status Sep 11, 2009
The album starts with the synth-heavy "What We Talkin' About," which shows Jay-Z displaying his maturity while simultaneously calling out anyone claiming he's lost his edge ... This confidence pays off, for the track shows Jay-Z as a rapper who answers only to his own creativity ... Lyrically, the song shows Jay-Z start to relive his youth, but it doesn't fall victim to minutia. (Daily Collegian, PA)
It's who what wear and wow Sep 11, 2009
Alexander Wanggetting jiggy with three leggy blondes he was supposed to show how to walk like a model as a Jay-Z tune blared ... The scene was groovy at Barneys -- in an Alice B. Toklas kind of way -- with designer Alexander Wang getting jiggy with three leggy blondes he was supposed to show how to walk like a model as a Jay-Z tune blared. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Jay-Z on 9/11, his new Blueprint, and retiring Sep 10, 2009
Jay-Z on 9/11, his new Blueprint, and retiring - Music- msnbc ... Jay-Z on 9/11, his new Blueprint, and retiring ... Jay-Z says he will never announce his retirement again. (MSNBC -- Music)
Jay-Zs Blueprint 3 sharp but needs struggle Sep 10, 2009
Jay-Zs Blueprint 3 sharp but needs struggle - Entertainment- msnbc ... Jay-Zs Blueprint 3 sharp but needs struggle ... The majority of Jay-Z's Blueprint 3 lyrics are dedicated to the prowess of Jay. (MSNBC -- Music)
Music Review: Jay-Z album sharp but needs struggle Sep 10, 2009
After 11 studio albums, 13 years, dozens of hits and untold millions of records sold, there's not much left to debate about Jay-Z. He has either outlasted, outsold or outsmarted all the competition. You either like his music or you don't. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Jay-Z to play at BJC Sep 8, 2009
The legendary rap artist Jay-Z will perform at the Bryce Jordan Center at 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 9, providing students with a chance to appreciate a genre that rarely comes through the area ... "Jay-Z appeals to everybody. He's commercial, but he's not," said Luke Arzner, a local hip-hop artist who performs under the name L.V. "I think it's definitely a good move -- Jay-Z is definitely a person that touches on a lot of different subjects." ... Jay-Z is different from other rappers, Arzner said. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Life and Times of Jay-Z Sep 8, 2009
Whether it's Jay-Z, Jigga, J-Hova, H-to-the-Izzo or Mr. Beyonce, he has become one of the most recognizable faces in music today. After 10 top-selling solo albums, establishing his own clothing line, giving fame to artists like Kanye West and Pharrell Williams, and now owning parts of the 40/40 Club as well as the New Jersey Nets, Jay-Z is not finished with his rapping career ... In honor of Jay-Z's newest release, The Feature Staff charts his progression as a solo artist. (Daily Orange, NY)
Vera Lynn shoots up UK chart Sep 8, 2009
In this week's singles chart, rap giant Jay-Z scored his first UK number one with Run This Town, featuring Rihanna and Kanye West. Sugababes took the number two spot with another new entry, Get Sexy, according to the Official UK Charts Company. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
'Beatles: Rock Band' and 'DJ Hero' square off Sep 7, 2009
As part of the Oct. 27 launch, Activision has recruited rappers Jay-Z and Eminem to offer exclusive songs for the high-end version of the video game ... "DJ Hero" will come in two versions, a base model that will retail for about $120, and the Renegade version, which includes the exclusive Jay-Z and Eminem tracks and will sell for around $200 ... As part of the Oct. 27 launch, Activision has recruited rappers Jay-Z and Eminem to offer exclusive songs for the high-end version of the video game. (New York Post -- Business)
A ‘Blueprint’ of Jay-Z’s success Sep 5, 2009
A Blueprint of Jay-Z s success - The Boston Globe ... A Blueprint of Jay-Z s success ... Rapper Jay-Z will release his new album, The Blueprint 3, on Friday, his third album since his pseudo-retirement. (Boston Globe)
Twista Talks Hottest MCs List, Says He's 'Underrated' Sep 5, 2009
Twista Talks Hottest MCs List, Says He's 'Underrated. My personality as a humble person kinda doesn't contribute to letting people know what I do or how I do it,' he says. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Snoop Dogg Joins Young Jeezy At America's Most Wanted Cincinnati Tour Stop Sep 5, 2009
Carter" during an opening barrage that played like one of his mixtapes, as hot jam after jam was rolled out by DJ 4our 5ive, who kept things moving briskly. As you might expect, giant, face-flushing flames shot up during the nearly-metal take on "Fireman" before Wayne took a moment to pay homage to a trio of rap greats Notorious B.I.G., Tupac Shakur and Jay-Z with verses from each. He, of course, added himself to the hip-hop triumvirate, as "the best rapper alive" blazed across the on-stage... (VHI.com -- Music News)
Jay-Z's 'Blueprint 3' proves to be original Sep 2, 2009
Jay-Z's 'Blueprint 3' proves to be a different kind of original - USATODAY.com ... Jay-Z's 'Blueprint 3' proves to be a different kind of original ... Jay-Z is more polished and less provocative to his peers on his latest CD, The Blueprint 3. (USA Today -- Life)
Jay-Z designs Ashe t-shirt to be sold for charity Sep 2, 2009
Jay-Z designs Arthur Ashe t-shirt to be soldfor charity at Open - Tennis - SI.com ... Jay-Z designs Arthur Ashe t-shirt to be sold for charity at Open ... Jay-Z designed a T-shirt with an image of Arthur Ashe that will sell during Open. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Tennis)
Hoax explained Sep 2, 2009
Jay-Z honors Ashe Jay-Z has designed a T-shirt with an image of Arthur Ashe that will be sold during the US Open to benefit charity. The shirt is part of the rap mogul s Rocawear clothing line and commemorates the USTA National Junior Tennis and Learning network s 40th anniversary. (Boston Globe)
Hip Hop Block reviews "U Know Big Sean" mixtape Sep 1, 2009
Kanye is proving himself as the head honcho in the hip-hop scene as a prot;g; of the self-proclaimed "best rapper alive," Jay-Z.. No wonder why Kanye has created a label and surrounded himself with some of the more talented young artists in the game, including John Legend, Common, Kid Cudi and Mr. Hudson. (The Loyola Greyhound, MD)
Jay-Z Hopes Bands Like Grizzly Bear Will 'Push Hip-Hop' Sep 1, 2009
Jay-Z Hopes Bands Like Grizzly Bear Will 'Push Hip-Hop ... " So, dudes in Grizzly Bear (and various indie-rock outfits around the world), get ready: Jay-Z is expecting you to "push back hard" against hip-hop. You might tear your favorite V-neck in the process, but in the end, the fight will be worth it. "When rock was the dominant force in music, rap came and said, 'Y'all got to sit down for a second, this is our time. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Jay-Z Looks At Blueprint 3 Leak As 'A Preview' Sep 1, 2009
Jay-Z Looks At Blueprint 3 Leak As 'A Preview ... " Now, Hov has to deal with his entire album being on the Web: The Blueprint 3 popped up on blogs this morning around 00004000 the time Jay-Z appeared at a ."I may be the most bootlegged artist in history," he told MTV News shortly after his album leaked. "It's a preview. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Jay-Z To Give Sept. 11 Concert Sep 1, 2009
Jay-Z To Give Sept. 11 Concert - CBS News ... Jay-Z To Give Sept. 11 Concert ... Jay-Z To Give Sept. 11 Benefit Concert In NYC For Families Of Officers, Firefighters. (CBS News -- Entertainment)
Drake Works With Justin Timberlake, Reveals Next Dream Collaborators Aug 29, 2009
Hovito [Jay-Z], we might need to get him. The track on this album was a real catchy joint. (VHI.com -- Music News)
