In Focus: Trick Daddy

As a result of a friendly conversation that I recently had with someone about Miami hip-hop artists, I felt the need to shine light on who I feel is the best to ever do it from the home of the Cocaine Cowboys. Trick recently signed a solo deal, as well as a deal with his group, the Dunk Ryders, with Baby and Cash Money after over a decade with Slip-N-Slide Records. We should hear hella new music from Trick and co. in the near future. In the meantime, enjoy the classic video and the latest single from Trick and the Dunk Ryders.

Nas - Be A Nigger Too (Video)

N.E.R.D. - Seeing Sounds

Pharrell & Company knocked it out the park with this release. With a proper mix of hip-hop, rock and drum-n-bass, N.E.R.D. deliver a hot soundscape for the summer. From the opening track, “Time For Some Action”, to my theme song of the moment, “Anti-Matter”, NE.R.D. sets a tone that is reminiscent of In Search Of…. In my opinion, Seeing Sounds is a much better investment than The Carter III.

Hillary suspends campaign

Hillary Clinton has officially suspended her campaign and endorsed Barack Obama. There were a smattering of boos from her supporters when she endorsed Barack , but mostly cheers. It remains to be seen if the Democratic Party will unite against John McCain and the Republican Party or if the so-called 'Reagan Democrats' will shun the Democratic candidate in favor of a Republican.

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Nas f. Keri Hilson - Hero

First single off the Nigger joint...

Hov goes in on the "A Millie" riddim and effectively shuts it down.

18 Rappers better than Wayne (and counting.....)

Disclaimer: Please understand that this is not hate, but truth....

I think that Wayne is a good rapper, but the best......unhhh not quite. My opinion was further cemented once I listened to the Carter III twice with a very open mind. It's hard to deny that he was bodied on his own album by virtually every guest rapper on his album....Hov, Busta, Fab and Juelz....that's not hot! This led me to think of the number of current (living, relevant) rappers who I can honestly say are better than Wayne. I thought of 10 in 3 minutes and am currently up to 18. Feel free to add to the list if you agree. If you think that Wayne is the best, feel free to state your case. Whatever your opinion, please give a valid argument.....no clowning or juvenile opinions. This is that grown hip-hop angle that you love.....

My current list (in no particular order)
1. Jay-Z
2. Wale
3, Lupe
4. T.I.
5. Jeezy
6. Rick Ross
7. Nas
8. Trick Daddy
9. Kanye
10. Common
11. Gillie
12. Pusha T
13. Bun B
14. 50
15. Eminem
16. Black Thought
17. Fabolous
18. Andre 3000