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Why Talk More About Jay-Z's Cuba Trip Than Rick Ross's Date Rape Rap?

Having solved all of the country's economic problems, come to an agreement on DOMA, and figured out what to do about gun control, the American government finally has time to focus on what really matters: where richer-than-God superstars Jay-Z and Beyoncé spend their obscenely luxurious vacations. ... More >>

Converge, Nile Theater, 10/30/12

Converge @ Nile Theater| 10/30/12By Mike Bogumill When trying to describe to people unfamiliar with Converge what kind of event I went to last night, I was hesitant to use a phrase like "metal show" or "hardcore show". While metal and hardcore certainly influence all the bands that performed, none ... More >>

Phoenix Rapper Sar KAZum Says "F**K a Label"

When it comes to hip-hop, cadence is everything. Well, maybe not everything, but a rapper's flow is a damn big deal. Whether you're making a club banger or flexing your lyrical chops, delivery makes or breaks a jam. Phoenix emcee Sar KAZum knows this, so he looked to hip-hop heavyweights like KRS-O ... More >>

Lifted Aims for Timeless Pop, Like His Boss Kanye West

Portland Cello Project @ Crescent Ballroom

Time Lapse Butchery: A Meat Market Strip Session with Chef James MCDuffee

Matt Kane ​ Who knew that watching someone turn a slab of pork into chops really fast could be so interesting?! Maybe it helps when the soundtrack is Jay Z's "The Takeover."

A Champagne Guide to Ring in the New Year with Style

​Besides the occasional mimosa, here at wine school we typically save the bubbly for holidays and celebrations. You too? We'd hate to find you trampled and confused at the closest Bevmo. So here are a few suggestions to facilitate your holiday cheers.  Find our champagne suggestion ... More >>

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Music Videos Beavis & Butt-Head Should See

​Beavis & Butt-Head makes its triumphant return to MTV on Thursday, October 27 at 10/9c, and quite frankly, we can't wait. This preview of "Holy Cornholio" looks promising, but one thing is missing--music videos! Half the fun of watching Beavis & Butt-Head was listening to the duo's commentar ... More >>

Random and Mr. Miranda Team for "Planet Silk"

​I don't want to get too hyperbolic here, but this year Jay-Z and Kanye teamed up for one of the year's biggest albums, and I can't help but make the comparison when I think about Phoenix emcees Mr. Miranda and Mega Ran hooking up for a combo album. Titled The Memorandum, and due out in December, ... More >>

Chris Brown Carelessly Infuriates His Neighbors

​It's tough enough to have a regular bad neighbor, but your living situation will be made particularly difficult if your neighbor is Chris Brown, according to the Boom Box.Residents of the same West Hollywood condos as Chris Brown have been complaining about the late night dog races that he holds ... More >>

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DJ Rolemodel Talks Roy Orbison, Pussycat Lounge, Kanye West, Little Boots, and More

DJ Rolemodel​Name: Randell Carlton Green AKA: DJ Rolemodel Current club nights: Tuesdays at ACME, Fridays at Smashboxx, Saturdays at American Junkie. Genres spun: You name it and I have it. Origin story: Started off as a radio DJ while in college. I was actually fired for playing "Rape Me" by ... More >>

Kanye West - Power

​Song: Kanye West, "Power" (Remix featuring Jay-Z)Context: My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy was released today. Another strong effort from 'Ye. Certainly a lot better than that shitty new Dre single, "Kush." KANYE by ahasver1

9 Year Old Hip-Hop Sensation Makes Her Music Video Debut

​Little Miss Hit Maker and potential diva-to-be Willow Smith will premiere the music video for her first single today, according to Gossip On This.Willow has announced on Twitter (@OfficialWillow) this morning that she's making her video debut via Vevo and BET's 106 & Park. She has also made a ... More >>

Will Smith's Daughter Drops Her First Single, Jay-Z Signs Her Right Away

Will Smith's little fashionista and pop star, Willow​ Child pop stars have been making it big for ages. I'm not talking about teens who hit it big from their participation in the Mickey Mouse Club; I'm talking about the Osmonds and Stevie Wonder.And don't forget Michael Jackson; he was kind of a ... More >>

John Legend and The Roots Perform at the Miss Universe Pageant?

As Idolator points out, John Legend and The Roots are typically known for their socially conscious music. So it was a bit surprising to hear that Legend performed the music for the 2010 Miss Universe Pageant. The performance featured the skinny girls in heels performing choreography that was more li ... More >>

Jay-Z, Jack White Record New Song Together

Jay-Z and Jack White. Together at last. (Image taken from twentyfourbit.com.)​Jay-Z and Jack White have collaborated on a new song.Can this week get any better? I submit that it cannot!While the two had publicly discussed a desire to work with one another, no specifics had ever been announced. Whi ... More >>

Pazz and Jop is Out!

Albums Winner: Merriweather Post Pavilion, Animal Collective​Singles Winner: Empire State of Mind, Jay-Z feat. Alicia Keys​ This year's annual collection of the opinions of thousands of music critics regarding the best albums and singles of the year has arrived. The poll was started in 1974 by ... More >>

Black Sabbath's Stem Cell Treatment, David Lynch and Billy Corgan, Passion Pit Mp3

Electric Mustache: mp3: Passion Pit Remix Max Tundra "Which Song"Everyone's Blog Posts: All Nov. Events @ The Trunk Space: K Recs, Sound Art, Local break-neck rock, Label show cases, punkersIdolator: Aqua Warn Against The Dangers Of Color-Coordinating Your Dinner Parties' MenusNME: Black Sabbath's T ... More >>

Yeah Yeah Yeahs' Karen O. Sings to Fatties, Nirvana vs. Courtney Over Cobain's Guitar Hero Likeness, Weezer Unveils New Album Art

NME: Yeah Yeah Yeahs' Karen O to soundtrack anti-fat advertsRolling Stone: Grohl, Novoselic Didn't Approve Cobain's "Guitar Hero" AvatarRolling Stone: Paula Abdul and "American Idol" Insiders React to Ellen NewsPitchfork: Weezer's Raditude Cover RevealedIdolator: Someone Decided To Put Together A Ga ... More >>

Amy Winehouse Not Guilty, Jay-Z's Mayoral Campaign, Thom Yorke Writes for 'New Moon'

NME: Amy Winehouse found not guilty of assault NME: Jay-Z replaces Beastie Boys at All Points West Idolator: Jay-Z Enlists Kanye West And Rihanna For His Mayoral Campaign Idolator: Jordin Sparks Is Not Singing About Giving Head On Her New Record Pitchfork: Director: Thom Yorke Wrote New Song for New ... More >>

Jay-Z, First Friday, and Joey Arroyo Over the Weekend

Could Jay-Z Replace Michael Jackson? Jay-Z's claim to being "The Best Rapper Alive" is delivered so flippantly it's almost filler anymore. Certainly, there was a time after 2003's The Black Album dropped that it'd have been indisputable to any serious fan of hip-hop music, but, in the years since, i ... More >>

Could Jay Z Replace Michael Jackson?

Luke HolwerdaJay Z took the "connect with the fans" thing to extremes at his Dodge Theatre show.Jay Z's claim to being "The Best Rapper Alive" is delivered so flippantly it's almost filler anymore. Certainly, there was a time after 2003's The Black Album dropped that it'd have been indisputable ... More >>

July 3 In Blogs: Shawna Forde, Jay-Z, The Mission, and Roosters

In the 24-hour news cycle it can be difficult to keep up. We have the solution. Check back on Valley Fever every evening for highlights from each of New Times' blogs. Today's entries: Feathered Bastard: Shawna Forde Associate a Former Pima County Sheriff's Deputy in Training? Up on the Sun: Could ... More >>

Jay-Z's Official DJ Visits Tonight's Groove Candy

Jay-Z and Neil Armstrong: BFFs for reals. NYC's DJ Neil Armstrong is one lucky mofo. Not only does the dood get to spin the backbeats for Jay-Z as the hip-hop superstar's official turntablist, he also got to hang with Obama during the inauguration and has been lauded in the pages of Rolling Stone, U ... More >>

Other People's Blogs: Grammys ditch polka, Black Keys Work With Mos Def, MGMT Hating on Headbands

Spin: Jay-Z's 'Blueprint 3' Out This SeptemberRolling Stone: The Biggest, Oddest (and Most Unique) Sound in New YorkPitchfork: Santigold's Label Attempts to Block Santigold MixtapeNME: Grammys ditch polka category for 2010 AwardsSpin: Amanda Palmer, Neil Gaiman Perform Together in NYCPitchfork: Bla ... More >>

Other People's Blogs: Toby Keith in Town, Jay-Z's Plans, Handsome Furs

The Dish with Jess Harter: Toby Keith to attend restaurant grand opening WednesdayIdolator: So What Is Jay-Z Up To, Anyway?So Much Silence: Handsome Furs: Radio KaliningradNME: Beyonce to offer $20 tickets on North American tourElectric Mustache: Kid Cudi Playing Marquee Theatre July 27thPitchfork: ... More >>

Other People's Blogs: Jay-Z Splits From Def Jam, Green Day vs. Wal-Mart, Vampire Weeked DJs Prom

Rolling Stone: Jay-Z Buys Out Def Jam Contract, "Blueprint 3″ Heads to Roc NationElectric Mustache: Photos: Miniature Tigers at The Phix 5/15/2009Rolling Stone: Allen and Lambert iTunes Hits May Be a Predictor of Future SuccessIdolator: Green Day Knows Its Enemy, And Its Name Is Wal-MartNME: Vampi ... More >>

Just Announced: Jay Z, Akon, Deer Tick, CKY

H.O.V.A.Do ya'll want more of the jigga man? Well if y'all want more of the Jigga man, then I need ya'll to help me, bring him back to stage. Say Hova, c'mon say it! HO-VA! HO-VA! Are y'all out there?Yes, J-A-Y is comign back to Phoenix, playing the cozy confines of Dodge Theatre in August. What els ... More >>

Jay-Z Has 99 Problems (But A Bush Ain't One)

Last night was the Obama Staff Ball in Washington. While the stars of the night were the president and vice president, the entertainment was top-notch, Jay-Z and Arcade Fire. The ball was the final event in the weeklong celebration of the historic inauguration. It was a party for the thousands of st ... More >>

Young Jeezy and Jay-Z: "My President Is Black" (Live)

I'm not sure I've seen anything that sums up the raucous atmosphere surrounding the Obama inauguration better than this live video for "My President is Black" with Young Jeezy and Jay-Z (a.k.a. Old Jeezy), which I came across over on The Village Voice's music blog, Sound of th ... More >>

Is This Jay-Z and Radiohead Mash-Up Really Necessary?

Brand new to the internet this week is the latest effort from DJ Minty Fresh Beats, otherwise known as 22-year old New Yorker Max Tannone. Tannone has harnessed the eternal power of Jay-Z's The Black Album for his own evil-doing, choosing Radiohead as his partner in crime in creating this week's mas ... More >>

Jay-Z

Snap To It

Comeback kids, rhymin' Limeys and songs about partying defined Hip-Hop Nation in 2006

Nas

Hip Hop Is Dead
(Def Jam)

Pepper

Turn it up

Critical Fatwa

Name-dropping

On the Map

Some kind of hip-hop monster

Little Brother

The Chittlin Circuit 1.5
(Fastlife)

Kid Capri at Myst

Rare chance to shake it with hip-hop giant

Danger Mouse, and Jemini

Dead Prez

RBG: Revolutionary But Gangsta (Sony/Columbia)

Original Soul

This time, it's personal: Our look back at an intimate year in music.

Fade to Black

Jay-Z returns with The Black Album - and renewed disdain for the hip-hop game

The Roots

Step into their realm

Rock the Mic Tour, featuring Jay-Z and 50 Cent

There's plenty of "Ice" to cool the Valley

Talib Kweli/Jay-Z

Quality (MCA/Rawkus)

The Blueprint 2: The Gift and the Curse (Rocafella/Island Def Jam)

World Atlas

Driven, ambitious Valley MC takes feelers from two labels, and prepares for global domination