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Rick Ross’s endorsement deal was terminated by Reebok after protests about suggested rape lyrics by the Dade County rapper on a remix of Rocko’s U.O.E.N.O. The botched deal didn’t leave Rozay bitter, even though it cost him millions of dollars. He released a statement thanking Reebok for their hard work and dedication. A member of Ross’s MMG family, Meek Mill, wasn’t as civil with his words.
There are many things Waka Flocka Flame would call Gucci Mane, but “mentor” isn’t one of them. The two emcee’s have teamed up frequently. A few years ago they even released a collaborative album, Ferrari Boyz. The former buddies went diss for diss on twitter not long after.
Snoop Dogg scored a Top 20 finish with his latest album under his new moniker, Snoop Lion. Snoop’s Reincarnated is part of his re-imaging as a reggae artist.
I think our local ice cream truck workers have been watching way too many episodes of “Gangland.” Sno Cone Joe himself, Joshua Malatino, let rival Mr. Ding-A-Ling know that he’s not welcome in Gloversville.
The hip hop album release date calendar is starting to fatten up! It looks like there’s something for every hip hop fan to look forward to.
Method Man took time out during the middle of his set in Denver to set the record straight. He wants everyone to know that HE started “crowd walking”, NOT Macklemore.
The living members of TLC will appear on stage together for the first time in over a year at the 2013 Mictape Festival. The eclectic lineup also features Rev Run, The Jonas Brothers, Boyz II Men, One Republic, New Kids On The Block and more.
Crossgates Mall is about to give local shoppers a taste of Europe with the announcement of 6 new stores. British, French, Spanish and Portuguese styles will all be represented in the new retailers.
The Albany area has some of the most beautiful women on the planet. So why wouldn’t we showcase them? Get to know Local HOTtie, Denise D’Ippolito-Hightower from Waterford!
A bum-ass dude decided to drop trow’ and take a McDump on the table at McDonalds. Ba-da-ba-ba-baaaaaa… He’s lovin’ it. Come on, bruh. We expect that stuff at T-Bell, but McDonalds? Really?
Amber Alerts are an important tool to raise awareness of child abductions. The emergency alert system has been implemented in NY state since ’02. The alerts are broadcasted via multiple mediums for years – radio, tv, online and road signs. Now you’ll be able to receive the alerts via text.
Collaboration albums aren’t anything new in the world of hip hop. G.O.O.D. Music, MMG, YMCMB, they all have been there and done that. Now T.I. is looking to get in on the movement with his Grand Hustle Records roster.
Ice Cube and Dr. Dre haven’t always been on the best of terms. The two, who are both original members of N.W.A., have quarreled in the past over royalties. It ultimately led to Ice Cube defecting from the group in the early 90’s. The two seem to be on civil terms now, though. In an interview with The L.A. Weekly, Cube said he and Dre have been working on putting together a movie based on the controversial group.
On behalf of Hot 99.1, I’d like to send my deepest condolences to rapper Trina and her family. Her brother, known by friends as Gronk, was murdered in Miami, Florida yesterday morning.
Smoke em’ if ya got em’! Unless, of course, they’re from out of state. A Hadley woman got wacked for allegedly possessing cigarettes that did not have state stamps on them. Cindy Watkins is facing charges of misdemeanor possession of unstamped cigarettes and criminal tax fraud.
Lil Wayne is bringing is his America’s Most Wanted Music Festival to SPAC on August 3rd. Last year, his Young Money mate, Drake, performed at the venue with special guests J. Cole, French Montana, Waka Flocka Flame, 2 Chainz and Meek Mill. This year’s line-up isn’t as robust but it’s sure to please.
Pittsburgh’s own Mac Miller is officially a reality star! Mac and his crew will be returning to MTV2 for a second season of his “Mac Miller and the Most Dope Family” reality show.
According to Chris Brown, the world might not be ready to hear him sling rhymes full-time. Breezy will do a little bit of rapping on his upcoming album, X, but he wants to hone his skills before he dedicates a full album to spitting.
According to reports, there’s a very good chance that Kanye will not be present for the birth of his bundle of joy. Kim K’s due date is “late” June which may interfere with ‘Ye’s schedule.
Tamerlan Tsarvaev, one of the Boston Marathon Bombing suspects was killed last night. His 19 year old brother is still at large. Police are executing an enormous man-hunt to track down the alleged bomber.
The Albany area has some of the most beautiful women on the planet. So why wouldn’t we showcase them? Get to know Local HOTtie, Rachel from Rotterdam!
One thing I love about French Montana is he’s not trying to be something he isn’t. Dude keeps it one hundred 24-7. So it should be no surprise that French admits he’s no lyricist.
Your boom box could save your life. That’s the message “Security Officer Jay” is trying to spread. Jay really wants you to feel safe at home. That’s why he’s encouraging you to buy his “CD Deterrent.”
You can’t think of Detroit and Hip Hop without Eminem. A rising star from “Tha D” is slowly catching up, though – Big Sean. So when will the King and Prince of the Motor City team up on a track? Sean seems optimistic that a collab is definitely going to happen – whether it’s sooner or later is the question.
It’s been about twelve years since the release of one of the greatest stoner movies of all time, How High. Method Man and Redman starred as Silas and Jamal. TMZ’s cameras recently caught up with Meth and he alluded to the possibility of a sequel.
Even with drive-by issues, women’s rights activitsts and legal drama in his life, Rick Ross has been eating good (obviously). He might wanna start penny-pinching, though. After news broke that Reebok dropped their endorsement deal with the rapper, the only thing shrinking in Rozay’s life is his bank account.
Monday’s bombing in Boston was a tragic event. Unfortunately, sometimes it takes tragedy to bring a nation together. Although the historic city is hundreds of miles away, the Capital Region has united to help our neighbors to the east heal. One example of this is an event happening in Saratoga Springs at 5:30pm on Thursday.
According to facebook’s Help Center, the facebook poke is a “simple and fun way to say hello to your friends.” Who you tryin’ to kid? I think we’re all under the same assumption – if you send someone a poke, you’re telling them you’re thirsty.
News broke yesterday that Siena basketball player, Rakeem Brookins was arrested for felony burglary and grand larceny. More details have been released - and the idea of playing ball in the Capital Region again is starting to look unlikely.
Yelawolf’s management received a lesson in reading the fine print from Louisiana State University over the weekend. The Interscope rapper was scheduled to open for headliner, Lupe Fiasco, at their annual “Groovin’ On The Grounds” spring concert - but he reportedly stormed off stage mid-set because of an agreement that was made in his signed contract with LSU.