Dope AF!!! You'll find Pac's performance around the 1:10 mark on the second video. It looks too real, People! Other performers on Dre and Snoop's set: Korrupt, Nate Dogg (via pics), Wiz Khalifa, Kendrick Lamar, 50 Cent & Emenim. Definitely worth checking out!
Poor Dennis Rodman. His career has been spiraling downward for years now. At one time, he was always in the news for his outrageous antics but this new report takes the cake. It seems his a littleee behind in child and spousal support. In fact, he owes his ex-wife Michelle $860,376, which a judge has given him until May 29th to pay! If not, he could face jail time, but some feel he may get community service instead. It's sad as he was such a great basketball talent. And, with his wild personality he could have taken his career to unknown heights but it seems he has such a drinking problem that he can't get gigs anymore. We hope he gets his sh*t together soon... for his kids at least. He's a Hall of Famer after all! They're champions!
Beyonce was spotted today in NYC entering an office building where she supposedly works tirelessly on House of Dereon business. Love her or hate her, there's no denying the girl is lookin' good. She DID just give birth a baby, yeah? Hmmm...
Hundreds of Trayvon Martin supporters came out in their hoodies to march for justice. The protest/ march took place in NYC's Union Square and speaks volumes to how passionate people are about his killer's arrest and conviction for taking the unarmed teen's life. Surprisingly, there are some on Twitter who feel that marching is pointless, but we say the contrary. It raises awareness and gets the necessary attention for the cause at-hand. If we don't make noise then it is easy for those who want it to quietly go away to get just that. So, march on! As a matter of fact, supporters in L.A. are meeting up this Sunday (3/25/12) on Crenshaw and Exposition Blvd to march in protest to Leimert Park. Angelinos stand up!
Thisis50.com spoke to Rza, Inspectah Deck, Masta Killa, and U-God of the legendary NY based rap crew Wu Tang Clan about their beginnings, and other things. Our favorite quote is from Rza. When the interviewer asked where he gets his inspiration he answered: "Inspiration comes from everything... it comes from life. But what really motivated me what the need and demand to get outta hell (laughs)... you know what I'm sayin'? I had to get up outta there." We here that! The video clip is a cool glimpse into the artists who inspired many who came after Wu Tang made their mark on the rap scene. Now, they're 20 years in the game, Baby! Check 'em out below...
(From Left: P.jay & Fresh of Dopess Alliance)
Once again, prodigal west coast rap crew Dopess Alliance brought down the house with two righteous sets at 2nd Street Jazz Cafe in L.A. last Sunday night. First up is "The Intro" and next is "The Wave". Their unmistakable west coast sound is hard-hitting, yet smooth and super-clean. And, did we mention that Fresh produces Dopess beats? Yeah, there's that too. Hey, Music Industry, Dopess needs to be signed ASAP! We'll wait...
So, David Banner feels like the music industry (suits and labels) need to be sent a clear message: "We run this shit, not you!" In our words, not his, but that's the gist of the sentiment behind what he's calling A Movement. Banner (looking mighty fine in the pic above, riiight?!) is gearing up to release the first single, "Believe", featuring Big K.R.I.T. from his upcoming project, Sex, Drugs, and Video Games, which isset for release on May 22nd. According to Banner, features will include Chris Brown, Lil Wayne, and others. All he is asking is that fans (2 million of you) donate $1 to the project. The money is going toward a feature film of the same name... unless we've misunderstood. Watch the video below to get it straight from the horse's mouth. Sounds like a worthwhile cause. Though, $2 million would feed and clothe a lot of hungry and homeless folks. Jus' sayin'!
In conjunction with the United Nation's International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, a group of revelers will gather in New York City this evening to march in solidarity in support of growing public outcry regarding the tragic shooting of 17-year old Trayvon Martin in Florida.
A Grand Jury will convene on April 10th to find whether or not Zimmerman should be indicted for Trayvon's murder. In the meantime, we need to continue to stand up for Trayvon and his family (and all of our sons of color, for that matter). If we don't, who will?
We're big fans of The Game so when we got wind of his upcoming "Behind The Music" episode we had to share. Check out the preview below. Its debut is crackin' on VH1 this Thursday, March 22nd. Our DVR is set. Are you with us? #Word
So, Gaga says that this will be her last interview for a lonnggggg time aka before her "media blackout". We say, "Good for her!" After all, there are little monsters to care for! Pop the trunk for video...
Unless you've been hiding under a rock you are aware of the story about Trayvon Martin who was slain without rhyme or reason by a "self-appointed" neighborhood watchman who happens to be hispanic (despite reports that state he is white... he is clearly not). The story is incredibly suspect yet no arrest has been made for the killing of 17 year old Trayvon. What gives Florida police? We'll wait...
Click the link for the full story. Feel free to vent your outrage in comments.
(from left) Fresh and PJay of Dopess Alliance
That's right! Dopess turned it out yet again at the 2nd Street Jazz Cafe last Friday night (2.24.12) performing "Dopess, at it Again", proving as always that they are big leaguers just waiting for their turn up to bat. Check 'em out below. And, if you don't know, now you know!
Dopess Alliance (from left: Bebo, PJay, and Fresh)
Dopess Alliance performed "Big Face Ballin'" last Friday night at 2nd Street Jazz Cafe in L.A.. As always, we enjoyed the show. This crew is definitely blastin' off!
It's Dopess Alliance's 1st LIVE Performance @ 2nd Street Jazz in Los Angeles, CA on Fri., 1/27/12. New West Coast Music with Mass Appeal, Beats by @ Fresh. They rocked the house, Ya'll! Not bad at all for their 1st time on stage, right? The room gave 'em so much love, and we're sure that the World will do the same. Come on, they were born for this!
Pjay's newest single, "Money & Dreams" brought us out of retirement! When you check it out, you'll know why. He and his crew, West Coast Dope Gang DOPESS ALLIANCE are doin' it out here in L.A., Ya'll. Don't sleep on 'em, or you'll get left back fa sho! Follow Pjay on Twitter @Pjaybutta... Check out Dopess Alliance on YouTube too.
Yes, we are rearing our heads from obscurity to address the ridiculousness that is Donald Trump and the Tea Baggers Party who insist beyond reason that President Obama is not an American citizen and therefore not eligible for the POTUS post. Surely, you are aware that President Obama has since presented the "long form" of his birth certificate thereby commencing Operation Shut 'Em Down. He then loaded and fired his lethal weapon that is Oprah further iterating the fact that he is an American citizen. This entire ordeal is disrespectful, humiliating and degrading. It's also nothing less than completely racist.
Yes, we are talking to YOU, Trump. With you trumped up allegations, which are nothing more than PR stunting. We see you! And, guess what? We are officially OFF of "Celebrity Apprentice". Hopefully, anyone with common sense will follow suit. Blah! We're done! Back to the grind that is our 9-5.
From left: Taj, Brian, Fresh, Bebo, (sitting) PJay...
This is a definite #Heater. For the Clueless, Dopess Alliance is officially our favorite up and coming West Coast Rap Crew. Go get some on their YouTube channel. Source
Not sure if we're feelin' this latest bitchfest. Mashonda just haaad to get her story out, didn't she? Jim Jones and his girl might need their own show. Wonder how long that mole of hers is gon' last. Olivia? Ha! Did she say "This is not what's poppin' dot net."? She might be right. Yeah. Still assessing this one. O.o
From left: Taj, Brian, Fresh, Bebo, (sitting) PJay...
