New Music: Cam’Ron & Vado “Killa”, plus Alley Boy feat. Young Jeezy, Young Chris, CurT@!n$ & More…

The U.N.’s Gunz ‘N Butta album finally lands in stores next Tuesday, until then here’s the araabMUZIK-produced “Killa” that’ll appear on the LP.

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New Music: Fabolous feat. Ne-Yo & Ryan Leslie “Look At Her (Killin’ ‘Em Part. 2)” (CDQ)

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Bun B, Malice, Talib Kweli & Trae The Truth At Rice University’s Hip Hop Panel

Last night, Bun B gathered a few friends for his Religion and Hip Hop Culture Class at Rice University. The panel included Malice of The Clipse, Talib Kweli, Tre9, and Trae The Truth, who in the clip above debate the topic of rappers being role model with a teacher in the audience.

Talib Kweli & Tre9 discuss the perceived divide between street, conscience, and Christian hip hop artists and more.

Nike Sports x Amar’e Stoudemire: Spirit of 73

As Amar’e gears up for the playoff this weekend, Nike Sportswear and Stoudemire first linked up for his destroyer jacket he designed at Nike Stadium a while back. Amar’e recently returned to design a personal capsule collection. Integrating some custom graphics along with our new assets available at MFG for customization, Amar’e designed a tee, sweatshirt, and our recent addition, the N98 track jacket. Stop by Stadium MFG to work on your own custom pieces using our new assets . More pics after the jump…

NBA: LeBron James Passes Kobe Bryant on NBA’s Best Selling Jersey List

Call it the Return of the King. LeBron James has passed Kobe Bryant of the Los Angeles Lakers to take over the No. 1 spot on the NBA’s best-selling jersey list this season.

It’s the first time in seven years James has grabbed the top spot. Bryant’s No. 24 jersey has had a stranglehold on the No. 1 spot since the the beginning of the 2008-2009 season. The list of most popular jerseys is based off sales at NBAStore.com since the tipoff of the 2010-2011 season.

WRITTEN By Michael McCarthy, USA TODAY & FULL STORY HERE

Red Cafe live at club phoenix in norwich, connecticut Saturday May 14th

*FINAL VERSION* Vado – Check Em Out (Get Fresh) (feat. Jadakiss & Ludacris)

THIS SONG IS A BANGA!!! SHOUTOUT TO JADAKISS

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Cam’ron & Vado – Face-Off

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Nicki Minaj Speaks on Britney Spears Tour

Yesterday the official word dropped that Nicki would be joining Britney Spears on tour. Pretty major stuff for a girl that was rapping on street DVD’s just a few years back! Nicki took to herblog to express her excitement about the big move. Hit the jump to see what she had to say.

@MarisaMendez

“so, yes! i’m sooo excited to finally reveal this incredible news! Its obviously an honor to tour with this amazing woman. I’d like to just assure all of u b/c i saw some of ur tweets… my VIP PACKAGES WILL GO UP THE SAME DAY AS THE GENERAL TICKETS! lol, i know we had a long wait last time but this one will be different! I’ll see to it that you guys are able to get your ticket as well as the meet & greet package directly off mypinkfriday.com just like we’re doing now for the i am still music tour. so u guys don’t have to send me hate mail this time saying u already bought ur tkt! lol. the meet&greets i’m doing now are really special to me. finally getting to meet u guys, and be up close and personal with u even if its just for a few moments is a true blessing. u guys have no idea how much u continue to inspire me. yes, we’ve come a long way. and no, i couldn’t have done it without u. wrapping up the super bass video now. the edit’s taking a bit long b/c i’m on the road and can’t physically be there to give my 2 cents. but trust me, it’ll be worth the wait! also working on a lil somethin for “did it on’em”. got some other surprises as well but u know i NEVER reveal everything at once! by the way, the gifts u guys have been bringing me are BEAUTIFUL, THOUGHTFUL, BEYOND SWEET. I have perfumes, almonds and cranberries to last a lifetime! also have TONS of teddy bears that sleep with me on the bus every nite! they’re soo cute and cuddly! the necklaces, bracelets, scarfs, leggings and even the BLANKIES!!!! lol. they’re to die for. Especially ninjakeke’s pink friday blanket! INSANE!!!! all the scrap books, letter’s, cards, etc. priceless. I LOVE U BARBZ!!!!! I really love u. MMMUUUUAAAHHHHH!!!!”

Wiz Khalifa Announces Major Tour With Big Sean and Chevy Woods

06/12 – Maryland Heights, MO @ Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre
06/13 – Cincinnati, OH @ PNC Pavilion at Riverbend
06/15 – West Des Moines, IA @ Val Air Ballroom
06/18 – Broomfield, CO @ 1st Bank Center
06/21 – Stateline, NV @ Montbleu Resort Casino & Spa
06/22 – San Francisco, CA @ Bill Graham Civic Auditorium
06/23 – Santa Barbara, CA @ Santa Barbara Bowl
06/25 – Anaheim, CA @ Honda Center
06/27 – Las Vegas, NV @ The Joint at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
06/28 – Mesa, AZ – Mesa Amphitheatre
06/29 – Tucson, AZ – Anselmo Valencia Tori Amphitheatre
06/30 – Albuquerque, NM @ Albuquerque Convention Center
07/02 – Gran Prairie, TX @ Verizon Theatre at Grand Place
07/03 – Cedar Park, TX @ Cedar Park Center
07/06 – Houston, TX @ Reliant Arena
07/07 – New Orleans, LA @ Lakefront Arena
07/10 – Cleveland, OH @ The Warner Cable Amphitheatre @ Tower City
07/15 – Boca Raton, FL @ Sunset Cove Amphitheatre
07/18 – North Myrtle Beach, SC @ House of Blues
07/20 – Charlotte, NC @ Time Warner Cable Uptown Amphitheatre
07/21 – Greensboro, NC @ White Oak Amphitheatre
07/22 – Portsmouth, VA @ Ntelos Wireless Pavilion
07/23 – Charlottesville, VA @ Ntelos Wireles Pavilion
07/24 – Columbia, MD @ Merriweather Post Pavilion
07/27 – Gilford, NH @ Meadowbrook U.S. Cellular Pavilion
07/30 – Boston, MA @ Bank of America Pavilion
08/03 – Canandaigua, NY @ Marvin Sands PAC