A$AP Rocky got quite the surprise when he visited Angie Martinez’s radio program on Hot 97. On an earlier show, Rocky revealed that his real name is Rakim, named after the legendary MC.
“Both my parents are huge fans,” said the Harlem rapper. “I’ve never even met him”.
While visiting the studio this week, Angie surprised him by bringing Rakim on her program. Let’s just say he was a bit overwhelmed.
Gucci Mane will be releasing his spankin’ new mixtape Trap Back this Sunday before The Superbowl airs. Before we get the finished product, here’s the music video for one of the tracks “Face Card”.
Nicki Minaj recently sat down to discuss her first Grammy appearance and how she feels being nominated this year. Expect big things when she graces the stage in two weeks. Don’t forget, Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded, drops on April 3rd.
As the elevator climbs each floor one by one, French Montana delivers his freestyle for the Minute To The Top series. Back down to the lobby, please.
Not only did Dr. Dre attend Rick Ross‘ 36th Birthday celebration in Miami on Sunday, but he also brought the guy a big big gift. Normally people may receive a Starbucks card or a gift certificate to a restaurant…not in this world. The Doc gifted Rozay with a $100,000 Hublot watch. Next year, Ross should ask for a copy of Detox. Ha!
Mac Miller recently hinted at working with Cam’Ron in the studio, so he let’s go of one of the completed tracks titled “Dig That”. Produced by Big Jerm. We dig this for sure.
Young Jeezy will be hitting the road this spring to promote his new album TM:103. Da Snowman announced yesterday his Hustlerz Ambition Tour which kicks off March 3 in Washington DC, and wraps up on April 6 in Montreal. Check the dates to see when the tour hits a venue near you.
Young Jeezy turns on the red lights for his new video for “OJ” featuring Fabolous and Jadakiss. Catch the trio deliver their verses ski mask style, above. Make sure to grab a copy of TM:103 if you haven’t already done so.
Big Sean rides shotty with Canadian singer Aleesia in the music video for “Kiss It Bye Bye”, the first single from her upcoming debut, Girl Talk. Expect big things from her album, as she’s been in the studio with Rodney “Darkchild” Jerkins and Bangladesh.
While down in Miami for Rick Ross’ birthday weekend extravaganza, Red Cafe gathered Bad Boy’s Diddy and French Montana along with 2 Chainz to shoot the video for “Let It Go (Remix)”. Check out a few snaps from set courtesy of By Any Means.





