Cover Story
Amy Winehouse Found Dead In Her London Apartment At Age 27
July 23, 2011
Troubled singer Amy Winehouse has been found dead in her North London home, Sky News is reporting. Nick Buckley of the Sunday Mirror News reports that police have confirmed the passing.
The Grammy-winning singer, best known for her hit song, “Rehab,” died of an apparent drug overdose. She’s battled drug addiction for years, having most recently checked back into rehabilitation in May. – HuffPost
The Rza, Pete Rock, and Q-Tip Are Among The List Of Producers For The “Watch the Throne” LP
July 19, 2011
New updated tracklist has been released for Jay-Z and Kanye’s Watch the Throne album. A few surprise producers made their way onto the album. I may check it just to see what those guys came up with but again I’m very skeptical.
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DJ Premier Lists His 50 Favorite Songs That Feature Guru
July 19, 2011
To celebrate Guru’s birthday, July 17th, DJ Premier named his 50 favorite songs featuring Guru from his twitter account.
Premo Says:
“This is not in any particular order.I am just listing the joints as they come to me in my head.â€
Full list under the hood
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The Story Behind Diamond D’s Outkast Remix
July 19, 2011
Diamond D sat down with Complex to talk about the stories behind some of his most notable tracks. I found the Outkast remix to be of particular interest because I always felt that remix came out of left field and always wondered how and why it came to be. Diamond D had this to say about the remix:
“There was a mixed reaction [in New York to Outkast when they first came out], like any new artist. But I do know that the remix I did kind of helped break them in the New York market. Big Boi at one point was like, ‘Big Diamond’s remix helped us get a little footing up in New York.’
Pharrell Talks Qream, Odd Future and Frank Ocean Collabs (Video)
July 18, 2011
Pharrell has a new liquor out called Qream. He says it something for the ladies so yeah… He also hinted about collabs with Tyler the Creator and Frank Ocean.
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BLITZ – 7/18/11: Happy Birthday Nelson Mandela (93)
July 18, 2011
There aren’t too many people I’d be excited to ever meet, but Nelson Mandela is one of those people I would surely like to. Hopefully on my next trip back to South Africa I’ll be fortunate to meet him. Today Nelson Mandela celebrates his 93rd birthday. Nelson Mandela… today the whole world salutes you & what you represent. Now for the BLITZ!
HEADLINES
South Africa Celebrates Nelson Mandela’s 93rd Birthday With A Call To Help Others
States Look To Right Wrongful Convictions Through More DNA Testing
Is Rupert Murdoch’s Empire Falling Apart?
Frank Sinatra’s Lesson In Loyalty
NBA Star Dwight Howard May Play Pro Basketball Overseas
Man Shot Outside Of Diddy’s aka Sean Comb’s Atlanta Restaurant
Theories Abound About The Upcoming ‘Dark Knight Rises’ Film
Ripley’s Believe It Or Not! To Make Wax Figure Of Boxer Bernard Hopkins
“Carmageddon” Ends Early In Los Angeles
Woman Arrested For Grabbing TSA Agent’s Breast
Marine Life Facing Mass Extinction
5 Tips For DJ’s Spinning On Turntable.FM
Rolls-Royce Phantom Facing An Electric Future
No Stranger To Spaceships, New Mexico Builds A Spaceport
Jennifer Lopez & Marc Anthony File For Divorce After 7 Years Of Marriage
Miami Heat’s Chris Bosh Gets Married….Again
Woman Tries To Sell Her Newborn Child At Taco Bell
Sausage Factory Worker Falls Feet First Into Meat Grinder
Bull Run Rally Driver Arrested After 5 Car Crash Involving Ice-T
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RZA Talks Sampling Vs Traditional Recording
July 15, 2011
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Some musicians really feel that sampling doesn’t make you a musician and that could be true in some situations but because there are no set ways of how to sample the process is different for each producer. Some producers’ process is the same as any musicians; playing notes chopped from a sample and others may be likened to a DJ the way they match beats per minute of break beats and loops. Kudos to RZA for taking what was meant to be an insult and turning it into a moment for self improvement.
Kanye x Jay-Z – Watch the Throne (Tracklist & Studio Pics)
July 15, 2011
Pre-orders for the Jay-Z and Kanye West collab album are available at iTunes and LifeandTimes.com. I’m EXTRA skeptical about this project because of each of the two artists most recent releases and the first track they released H.A.M. .
Tracklist and more pics under the hood
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D’Angelo Working on New Album
July 15, 2011
Billboard.com is reporting that D’Angelo is back working on new material with ?estlove of The Roots. Apparently ?est tweeted during the a session the two had last night.
“Most people use midnight as a time to sleep. others are working on their 11 year followup. this of course being hour number one,” ?estlove said via his twitter.
Details on the project are sketchy with names like Prince, Raphael Saadiq, John Mayer, and Cee Lo Green rumored to have worked on the project through is long development. The project is going to be released on J Records late 2011 or early 2012.
D’Angelo has been on through a lot since his last release in 2000 entitled Voodoo, with a serious car wreck, an arrest, an reported substance abuse issues. It’ll be great to see him back doing his thing.
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Murs x Ski Beatz – “Love & Rockets, Volume 1: The Transformation”
July 15, 2011
Murs, who is known for his several collaborative albums with 9th Wonder has teamed up with a new producer in Ski Beatz on a project called Love & Rockets, Volume 1: The Transformation. The project is scheduled to be released this fall on Dame Dash’s DD172/BLUROC labels. More pics of the studio session on Mur’s Tumblr page
BLITZ – 7/15/11: Summertime, HotChicks & Bubble Gum
July 15, 2011
It’s Friday & we’re rolling for the weekend with the music blasting! Last BLITZ of the week! News & information from around the world in a few clicks….T.G.I.F! It’s Summer in the city…. & we got Hot Chicks & Bubble Gum! It’s the BLITZ! Leggooo!
HEADLINES
Is Casey Anthony In Danger After Being Released From Jail?
Oklahoma Woman Almost Killed For Looking Similar To Casey Anthony
NFL & NFLPA Agree To A 2011 Salary Cap
If The U.S. Defaults On It’s Debt How Does That Affect You?
Scientists Find Heavy Internet Use Affects Memory
Ex Ku Klux Klan Leader Gets Busted In Underage Sex Sting
Essence Magazine Under Fire For Hiring A White Male As Managing Editor
North Carolina Study Suggests Black Men Live Longer In Prison Than Out
California Passes Law To Teach Gay History In Schools
What It Means To Be ‘Always On’ A Smartphone?
The Worst Places To Lose Your Cellphone
The NBA Is Laying Off 114 Employees, But Officials Deny That It’s Lockout Related
U.S. Military Unveils It’s New Cyberspace Strategy
Foreign Hackers Are Humiliating The American Military
FBI Is Investigating Rupert Murdoch’s NewsCorp
Grocery Store Clerk Indicted For Putting Semen In Yogurt
Spike Lee’s ‘She’s Gotta Have’ It Celebrates 25 Years Of Black Sexuality On Screen
Rare 2 Headed Albino Snake On Display At Zoo In The Ukranine
Nicki Minaj’s Alleged Attacker Rumored To Have Been Beaten By Some Goons
Jill Scott Says In Her Last Relationship She Was Hypnotized Dickmatized
Man Dies Trying To Flee Cuba Inside An Airplane’s Landing Gear (Graphic)
The Strange Sound Of Motown’s Early Hollywood Years
The U.S. Quietly Halts Scholarships For Afghan Students
Lil Kim Removed Monica’s New Single Due To Issues With Biggie’s Estate
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BLITZ – 7/14/11: B-B-BLADOW!!!
July 14, 2011
It’s the Return Of The Weapons Of Mass Destruction…..no we’re not talking about Serena Williams bursting out of her outfit at the ESPY Awards last night. COTDAYAAMMM Though! (Regains composure)…..It’s time for Thursday’s edition of the BLITZ! News & information from around the world in just a few clicks… 2 Times For Serena Williams…..BLAADOWWWWW!!!
HEADLINES
President Obama Walks Out On Congressional Leaders Over Raising The Debt Ceiling
The U.S. Army Is Experimenting With Off-The Shelf Smartphones
Dirk Nowitzki & The Dallas Mavericks Wins Lead List Of Winners At The ESPY Awards
Fan Who Caught Derek Jeter’s 3,000th Hit Is Being Courted By Many Marketing Companies
Pittsburgh Steeler James Harrison Goes IN On Roethlisberger,Patriots, & Roger Goodell
The 40 Worst Dressed Cities In America According To GQ Magazine
The Economy: We’re Screwed Either Way
Man Charged With Stalking Halle Berry
Dwight Howard To The Boston Celtics?
Roger Clemens Lied About Steriod Use, Jury Told
Nia Long Reflects On The Impact Of Boyz In The Hood 20 Years Later
China Shutdown Over 1 Million Websites In 2010
Serena Williams At The 2011 ESPY Awards Pics
Spotify Hits Music Streaming Hotspot; To Be Offered In The U.S.
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BLITZ – 7/13/11: 13 Assassins
July 13, 2011
Wednesday Hump Day July 13th…..We’re gonna attack the day like 13 Assassins. Time for the BLITZ though…News & info from around the world in just a few clicks. Keep you mind & your sword sharp….
HEADLINES
Woman Cuts Off Husband’s Penis & Puts It In A Garbage Disposal
Rodney King Arrested Again Following A Traffic Stop
Michael Irvin Appears On The Cover Of Gay Men’s Magazine, “Out”
R.Kelly Faced With Foreclosure On His Suburban Chicago Mansion
Mel Gibson’s Gay Brother Defends His Homophobic Rants
Americans Find The American Dream In China?
Shaq To Join Charles Barkley On TNT As An NBA Analyst?
Fears Grow That If Afghanistan Loses Aid, Then The Opium Production Will Increase
CIA Used Fake Vaccine Program In Afghanistan In The Hunt For Osama Bin Laden
Super Resistant Gonorrhea Strain Found In Japan
The World’s Most Expensive City
Salon Owner Forces Robber To Take Viagra & Have Sex With Her For 3 Days
Netflix Overhauls Its Subscription Plans
Nicki Minaj Punched In The Lip By A Man In Dallas, Texas
Flying Car Cleared For Road Use
From Dimes To Dueces: 10 Women Who Used To Be Hot
DMX Caught With Drugs In Prison; Release Delayed
Apple Setting Its Sights On Gaming Apps
Warner Music Staffer Accused Of Stealing $700,000 From The Company
BLITZ – 7/11/11: Mundane Monday Brainfreeze
July 11, 2011
It’s 7/11 Monday, but you don’t need a Slurpee to get the ‘Mundane Monday brainfreeze’. Before that happens its time to jump into the BLITZ! News & information from around the world in just a few clicks. Slurp this info into your brain…
HEADLINES
7 Eleven Stores Give Out Free Slurpees With A Twist Today on 7/11/11
Black Economic Gains Were Reversed During This Great Recession
Pittsburgh Steelers Wide Receiver Hines Ward Arrested For DUI In Atlanta
Lack Of Education Fuels HIV Epidemic In The South
Scientists Found A Way To Regrow Damaged Organs; Should Change Nature Of Transplants
Andre 3000 Still Set To Star In Jimi Hendrix Film; New Outkast Album On The Way
Record Heat Wave Hitting 15 States Throughout The U.S.
John Singleton’s ‘Boyz N The Hood’ Film Still Relevant 20 Years Later
Transformers: Darkside Of The Moon Becomes The Biggest Movie Of The Year
Woman Dies From An Allergic Reaction After Having Sex With A Dog
California Republican Wants To Form A New State Called ‘South California’
Philadelphia Saved $2 Million Dollars By Not Prosecuting Small-Time Marijuana Users
Rio De Janiero, Brazil Reportedly Has Over 60,000 Unsolved Murders In 10 Years
NFL Lockout’s Stumbling Blocks Reported To Hinge On Free Agency & Rookie Wages
NASA Reportedly Shifting Focus On Asteriod & Manned Mars Exploration
Tiger Woods Expected To Make A Major Announcement Today
Woman Arrested For Throwing Used Maxi-Pad At A Police Officer
Actor Malik Yoba To Star In New Sci-Fi Television Show ‘Alphas’ Tonight
The Popularity Of Drones Take Off With Other Countries & Re-Shaping The Future Of Warfare
How Artists Can Sell 1 Million Albums But STILL Owe $500,000 (Video)
July 11, 2011
Spotted several people tweeting this link on twitter but I never got around to posting this up on the site. Very informative information for aspiring artists trying to learn the business. In 2011 my advice to aspiring artists is to stay as independent as possible before even thinking of doing any business with a record company. You’ll be able to make the music you want & potentially make way more money than you’d think.
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Evidence – Cats & Dogs (Artwork & Tracklist)
July 8, 2011
Evidence drops the long awaited Cats & Dogs September 27th. Ev has been touring a lot since his last releases and it seems like this project may never drop but we finally have a release date. Check the jump for the tracklist
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Kanye West x Jay-Z – Watch the Throne (Artwork)
July 5, 2011
Jay-Z and Kanye have chosen a release date for their joint project entitled Watch the Throne. The EP will be released August 2nd and the pre-orders are already being taken at Jay-Z’s LifeandTimes website.
Artwork under the hood
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Esther Baxter King Magazine Teaser (Video)
July 5, 2011
Esther Baxter is the cover subject of the latest edition of KING Magazine that’s going to hit the newsstands. Joe Budden’s former girlfriend has been in the news lately, but people weren’t talking about her features or her burgeoning acting career. Everything was revolving around the drama between her & Joe Budden. Check out a few teasers of what she had to say about Joe Budden, her career, & check out a few more teaser pics & quotes over at KING MAGAZINE.
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Delonte West Denies Having A Sexual Relationship With The Mother Of Lebron James (Video)
July 4, 2011
The people over at Terez Owens caught up with Lebron James’s former teammate Delonte West & asked him the question that everyone had wanted to know from his own mouth. After all the rumors spread of Delonte West having a sexual relationship with Lebron James’ mother Gloria James, a random fan approaches him with a camera with the million dollar question & Delonte denies it. Personally I think he’s lying by his mannerisms & body movement. 80% of all communication is non-verbal & he doesn’t appear to be that forthcoming when pressed. I guess what else is he gonna say when a camera is pushed in his face.
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BLITZ – 7/1/11: 1st Of The Month
July 1, 2011
Time to start the 4th of July weekend right….Babes, BBQ’s & good family. But remember….it’s the 1st of the Month & bills are still due so don’t go spending all your money this weekend when the rent’s due. Time for the BLITZ! News & information from around the world in just a few clicks! Happy 4th Of July weekend….
HEADLINES
The NBA Lockout Officially Begins Today; Both Sides Far Apart
NFL Owners & Player Talks Last 15 Hours, But Mixed Messages Are The Outcome
Sources Say NFL Labor Talks Are Moving Backwards
MSNBC Analyst Suspended Indefinitely For Calling Obama A D*ck
What Will The World Look Like In 2050?
Burger King, Sonic, & Other Fast Food Chains Are Now Selling Alcohol
How Much Does It Cost To Make A Hit Song?
As Tuscaloosa Recovers From Tornados, The Exodus Of Immigrants Hurts Rebuilding Efforts
Transformers 3 Is Breaking Box Office Records; $20 Million Made Opening Day
Blacks Are Returning To Their Southern Roots In Large Numbers
Al Sharpton Tells Republican Herman Cain His Policies Are A Joke
Iron Man Shows Up To High School Graduation
Toyota Steering Ads To Target More Minority Buyers
Man Rapes Woman On Sidewalk In Broad Daylight Thinking She Was Dead
Autopsy Reveals Macho Man Randy Savage Died Of Heart Disease
Drunk Airline Passenger On International Flight Pisses On Other Passengers
How To Survive A Shot To The Nuts
Los Angeles Attempt To Build A New NFL Stadium On Track
Amber Rose Dumped By Her Modeling Agency After Nude Photos Leak
