David Whitely is a freelance writer based in New York City. He puts pen to pad, well in this case fingers to keys, in covering hip-hop, music, pop-culture, fashion, sports, and all things cool. He's been published in Complex, Dr!p Magazine, Unrated Urban Magazine, Unrated Magazine, and !Yo Raps magazine—with credits as a reviews editor. Currently, David's witty and informative commentary can be seen at Complex.com, Dr!p Magazine, and TheDrop.fm.
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‘T.I. & Tiny: The Family Hustle’ Season 2, Episode 6 Recap: T.I. Urges Major to Stop Playing Video Games
“Life is to be lived in three dimensions, not just the height and width of your computer screen," T.I. says during last night's episode of 'T.I. & Tiny: The Family Hustle.'
‘T.I. & Tiny: The Family Hustle’ Season 2, Episode 4: King’s Love Letter Surprises Mom, Dad Isn’t Worried
On last night's episode of 'T.I. & Tiny: The Family Hustle,', King finds himself putting pen to paper in writing a love letter to get a girl's affection. In what might seem cute, puppy love, T.I. and Tiny don't take any chances and nip this one in the bud.
Wiz Khalifa & Curren$y, ‘Live in Concert’ – Mixtape Review
The follow-up to Wiz Khalifa and Curren$y's epic 'How Fly' project finally hits the net after months of anticipation. Wiz and Spitta Andretti team up again with their 4/20 dedicated 'Live in Concert' mixtape. Full of mood-setting tracks for stoners who don't need a day to light one, 'Live in Concert' gets the job done despite its relatively short tracklist.
‘T.I. & Tiny: The Family Hustle’ Season 2, Episode 2 Recap: Major Leaves Mommy’s Bed, King Wants to Be a Gangster
On season two's second episode of 'T.I. & Tiny: The Family Hustle,' Tip's sister Precious suggests to Tiny that Major should strike out on his own, leaving his mom's bed and get his own. At first Tiny doesn't want to hear it, but after seeing her little boy go nuts over getting his own bed, how can she refuse.
Jay-Z Will Sell His Share of Brooklyn Nets to Become NBA Agent
Grand opening, grand closing. Well, not exactly.
Travis Porter, ‘Mr. Porter’ – Mixtape Review
The Georgia party boys, Travis Porter are back with their new mixtape 'Mr. Porter.'
‘Mac Miller and the Most Dope Family’ Episode 2 Recap: Rapper Throws End-of-the-World Party
While everyone else was running around like a chicken with its head cut off over the Mayan calender ending, 'Mac Miller and the Most Dope Family' -- a new series on MTV -- did what you're supposed to do -- throw a party. Most folks would get scared, repent and ask for forgiveness, not Mac and his crew.
Master P, ‘Al Capone’ – Mixtape Review
Taking a break from all those ICDC College commercials, Master P is making a comeback in the music industry. P. Miller returns with a new mixtape, 'Al Capone.'
Jay-Z and Kanye West Score Another Grammy for ‘N—-s in Paris’
The Throne just can't lose. Their smash single 'N----s in Paris' took home yet another win Sunday night at the 55th Annual Grammy Awards.
LL Cool J Closes Out 2013 Grammy Awards With Electric Performance
The G.O.A.T LL Cool J kept it all the way hip-hop while closing out the evening's festivities at the 55th Annual Grammy Awards Sunday night.
Drake Announces New Album Title, Debuts ‘Started From the Bottom’ Video
The unveiling of expensive dresses and new looks wouldn't make the Grammys the memorable event they are. The same could be said of announcing new music projects. Fresh off winning Best Rap Album for 'Take Care,' Drake announced the title of his next album at the prestigious ceremony.
Destiny’s Child Reunite With ‘Bootylicious’ + More at Super Bowl XLVII
Popping up from the floor, Kelly Rowland and Michelle Williams joined Beyonce onstage to kick off the Destiny's Child reunion at Super Bowl XLVII in New Orleans.
Beyonce Performs ‘Love on Top,’ ‘Baby Boy’ + More at Super Bowl XLVII
The pyrotechnics were on full display as Super Bowl XLVII welcomed Beyonce to the stage.