The Week OnSMASH [5.18.08]
Sunday, May 18th, 2008
The end of the week has arrived, and it ended with the Cavs losing to the Celtics in game 7. Shoutout to Lebron for putting up such an incredible fight. Who would have thought Pierce was gonna show up today? MTV showed up with their “Hottest MC’s” list this week too and it seems like everyone has their opinions on it. Nas made his rounds all through the press this week as well. Word is he changed the title of his album, i guess we’ll see what happens. Remy Ma got the news that shes gonna be property of the state of New York for 8 years and even the ‘victim‘ of the shooting was making her rounds on the radio. At least she didnt skip out on hospital bills like DMX did. Dissapointingly, rappers cant even co-sign their own albums anymore, while everyone is so caught up with the Suge knockout guy. Enjoy your 15 seconds of fame kid.
On the music side of things, Lloyd Banks came up short from the Top 5 but he made the cut for heat this week. N.E.R.D. hit us with a crazy remix and Lil Wayne got autotuned out of the biggest smash of the year and his own remix, by the hottest MC in the game, Kanye West.
Our prayers go out to Justo and his family. This week marked 3 years since his tragic passing. We will always remember.
more highlights after the jump…
Usher & Jeezy ‘Love In This Club’ Live On SNL
Sunday, May 18th, 2008
Usher Performed “Love in This Club” With Young Jeezy On The Season Finale Of “Saturday Night Live.” He Also Performed His New Song, “This Ain’t Sex” After The Jump..
How To Survive In Jail By Maino
Sunday, May 18th, 2008
Cipha Put Up This Funny Advice He Got From Maino Where He Talks About Surviving In Jail..
Sav Killz – Success Is Inevitable
Sunday, May 18th, 2008
The Nike Dunk “Illuminated Confusion” by Evolved Footwear
Sunday, May 18th, 2008
Dmack stick to technology!
I am.. these are called the Illuminated Confusion a custom pair of nikes made by the guys over at Evolved Footwear. The lighting on each shoe is powered by a single AAA battery and you can choose to have the light static or flashing. The price tag set at $400 and i think they would go well with my flashing wifi t-shirt… Let us know what you think. More pictures and a video after the hurdle…
Daily SMASHup [5.17.08]
Saturday, May 17th, 2008
Oh you thought SMASHup sleeps through weekends? The Blood’s Raw but we dont have no problems. David Banner is going crazy though, it must be these streets. Is Ja Rule making a comeback? He singing about how someone doesnt love him no more, but take a page out of Clyde Carson’s book son…youll make it through. As bonus, Aasim the Bad Boy (he still signed?) tells his story and Los another Bad Boy rapper rips the A Millie beat.
links after the jump..
Air Jordan 7 (VII) – Olympics 2008
Friday, May 16th, 2008
Here is an exclusive look at the Air Jordan 7 (VII) – Olympics 2008. Jordan Brand is set to release another color-way of the Air Jordan 7 (VII), which is part of their Olympic Celebration Pack. Supposedly, the artwork design featured on the sneaker was inspired by a Barcelona artist named Miro. Everything, including the color scheme, all draw ties from the 1992 Olympic Games. They are set to release in Barcelona on July 5th, and will release worldwide about a month later. They will retail for $175. What do you think about this color-way?
PS: Here is a throwback: Air Jordan 7 (VII) Original (OG) – Olympics
MTV’s 10 Hottest MC’s List
Friday, May 16th, 2008
you already know what time it is. im sure everyone will have their 2 cents in so let the arguments commence. Feel free to post your lists.
list after the jump…
Daily SMASHup [5.16.08]
Friday, May 16th, 2008
When blood’s raw, its blue correct? Regardless, we got that triple dose of raw blood for SMASHup today to hold you over for the weekend. Jean Grae strikes us with a love thirsty remix with Busta Rhymes, thats oh soo smooth. Ol girl always gets it in like ohhhh (word to Grafh). Swizzy shouldnt be asking where the cash at though, Foxy should. All those court fees got her backed up, and she cant even cosign her album. As bonus, Mic Terror gives us the C version of Mazzi’s lesson/experiments and Immortal Technique, Ras Kass & Diabolic ask for a little payback from those in the oval office. Revenge is like the sweetest joy next to getting p*ssy…
links after the jump…
OkayplayerTV: Janelle Monáe Interview Part 1
Friday, May 16th, 2008
In This First Part Janelle Responds To The Praises Erykah Badu Was Giving Her On The okayplayer Message Board.
Lil Wayne: Countdown To The Carter III Episode 1
Friday, May 16th, 2008Counting down to The Carter 3 release, industry insiders revisit The Block Is Hot, Weezy’s ascencion with the Hot Boys and bling bling’s cultural significance.
Young Jeezy named #8 for MTV’s Hottest MC List
Friday, May 16th, 2008
Why He’s Hot
He can dominate the show on a posse cut with some of his most mic-savvy peers, then successfully facilitate requests from mainstream mainstays like Mariah Carey and Usher, who call him to sanctify their #1 albums and songs with his seamless street swagger. Young Jeezy is at his pinnacle. Don’t misconstrue the ranking: He’s #8 with a bullet. We fully expect the Atlanta hustler to rank higher next time. After the release of USDA’s LP Cold Summer in mid-2007, Mr. 17.5 shut down publicly to work on his top-secret third album and “count all that money.”Even with a break, the ‘hood’s loyalty toward him has remained, and when he re-emerged on records like Shawty Lo’s “Dey Know” remix and Rick Ross’ “Luxury Tax,” it was evident he was setting himself up for a run at the crown. His placements of late — the actual songs he’s chosen to get on — have been flawless, ranging from chart hits to club anthems. The Snowman’s rhyme-dispensing on these records has also been stellar. He’s improving as a lyricist, and he has so much swag that you can tell he’s inspired a whole brood of new southern MCs to bite his style.
[read more via MTV]
Daily SMASHup [5.15.08]
Thursday, May 15th, 2008
The 1st and 15th are our favorite days of the month arent they? Sometimes, except for when you dont get paid and it turns into beef. But with everything, you gotta press on (Word to DJ Desue). Dude brought out Ja Rule and Mary J back on some Rainy Days ish. Jadakiss hands us a coast to coast remix courtesy of DJ Rhude and what you think about Lloyd Banks being in “your favorite mc’s” top 5? Shouts to Rock City for losing it, i almost did earlier too. As bonus Papoose gets Temptation’d out singing ‘My Girl’ and Icadon claims he’s a star.
links after the jump…
Funk Flex Interviews The Game
Thursday, May 15th, 2008
G-Unit Cover x Interview x Freestyle
Thursday, May 15th, 2008
Above Is The Cover For The New G-Unit Album.. Is That Suppose To Be Buck In The Backround With The Black Hoodie?? Following We Have G-Units Interview With Kayslay And A Freestyle Off DJ Selfs V.I.P. Saturdays Radio Show..
G-Unit Interview On Streetsweepers Radio With DJ Kayslay
G-Unit Freestyle On V.I.P. Saturdays Radio With DJ Self [via Splash]
Liberty City Invasion – Album Cover & Tracklisting
Thursday, May 15th, 2008
Andre 3000 named #9 for MTV’s Hottest MC List
Thursday, May 15th, 2008
Why He’s Hot
No album, no single, only two guest appearances — Andre did even less this year than he did in 2007. There’s not even a handful of verses to judge him on. Should the Hip-Hop Brain Trust members be found guilty of treason for giving Andre a slot in the top 10 despite minimum output?Absolutely not.
Tres Stacks has illustrated natural bravura over brainless bravado, dropping judiciously dope couplets laced with gentlemanly swagger that brew to a crescendo and shed every note in their way.
[read more via MTV]
3 stacks get # nueve? after Art Of Storytelling pt.4? hmm….
Audio: Remy Ma & Victim Speak To Miss Jones On Hot 97
Thursday, May 15th, 2008
Makeda (The Victim) & Remy Ma Call In Hot 97 To Tell Their Sides On What Happened The Night Of The Shooting And The Verdict.
Hardknock TV On The Set Of “Game’s Pain”
Wednesday, May 14th, 2008Hardknock TV on the set of The Game’s new music video “Game’s Pain”
R.I.P. Orpheus (Justo) Faison [March 17, 1969 - May 14, 2005]
Wednesday, May 14th, 2008
Everyone here at OnSMASH would like to send their prayers to the family of Justo Faison. Its been 3 years since the tragic accident, and his legacy will forever live through the mixtape awards as well as everything he contributed to the hip hop community and the impact he made while he was here. You will never be forgotten.
A Moment Of Silence.
