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Friday, May 4, 2012

Beastie Boys, LL Cool J, Whodini, Run DMC @ The Raising Hell Tour (London, 1986) #RIPMCA [VIDEO]

R.I.P MCA - Adam Yauch 1964-2012
Philanthropist, Hip-Hop pioneer and Beastie Boys' member Adam Yauch passed away this morning at the age of 47 after a three year battle with cancer.. We would first like to thank Adam for his contributions to hip hop, the culture wouldn't be the same without the Beastie Boys. As a Brooklynite this hits hard and I remember the Beasties were the first rap group I was realy allowed to listen to since they were Jews too.. :) Condolences and prayers go out to the family and friends of the late legend MCA.

Moments ago, Tim Westwood shared some rare footage from 1986 Raising Hell Tour London featuring Beastie Boys, LL Cool J, Whodini & Run-DMC with crowd surfing, fighting, bottles thrown & crazy live performances in front of a hostile crowd! These kids were the epitome of hip hop- watch and learn. Visit beastieboys.com now to see the official statement from remaining members Ad-Rock & Mike D.. :'(

Monday, March 12, 2012

Jay-Z Talks About The Notorious BIG w/MTV in 1998 [VIDEO]

Monday, December 26, 2011

Big Sean High School Rap Battle (2006) [VIDEO]

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Big Sean battles in his Detroi high school before he was famous..

Saturday, December 24, 2011

Kurtis Blow - Christmas Rappin' Live (1980) [HAPPY HOLIDAYS!]

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Just watched this video of Kurtis Blow performing live on "Top Of The Pops," a British tv program from back in the day... Felt like sharing it with you all in case you haven't seen it! Merry Christmakwanzakahvus (xmas, kwanzaa, hanukkah, festivus!) to all! Let's make this next year count!

Thursday, September 8, 2011

Jay-Z & Notorious B.I.G. at Ralph McDaniels' Party (1996) [THROWBACK VIDEO]

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i'm not sure if i've seen this footage before - there's not too much out there featuring these two brooklyn mc's at the same time. check out the bk heavyweights rip it at Ralph McDaniels' party (video music box). enjoy! rest in peace big . props to upnorthtrips for the find..

Friday, August 26, 2011

DJ Jazzy Jay & Afrika Bambaataa: The Art Of Scratching (1984) [VIDEO]

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Jazzy Jay & Afrika Bambaataa demonstrate and teach the art of scratching to a young group of kids in this 1984 video. Check out Ad-Rock @ 4:15 !!

spotted @ dangerous minds

Tuesday, August 23, 2011

“Culture Hip Hop à New-York” (1994 French Documentary) [VIDEO]

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A 1994 french report about Hip Hop culture in New York City in the early 90's.
Featuring Wu Tang Clan, Lord Jamar (Brand Nubian), Red fox, Greg Tate, Lil' Vicious, Chuck D (Public Enemy), Guru, Supernatural, last poets, Afrika Bambaataa, Fuman Chooz, Produce by New York, The lifers & more

spotted at egotripland

Tuesday, August 16, 2011

Kanye West Buys His "other, other Benz" in 2002 [THROWBACK VIDEO]

Creative Control: How ironic, in 2002 the same day hov blessed kanye with a verse on the blue print 2 album & they're 1st collabo ever, kanye got his other, other benz (referenced on "Otis").

Thursday, May 19, 2011

The X-Ecutioners EPK (1997) [THROWBACK VIDEO]

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If for some reason you aren't familiar, the X-Ecutioners are a legendary DJ/Turntablist group which includes Rob Swift, the late Roc Raida (r.i.p.), Total Eclipse & Mista Sinista. Swift just upped this rare EPK that The X-Ecutioners made in 1997 (before their first album). Enjoy this rare treat and get to know the men behind the decks.

Saturday, May 7, 2011

Ice-T & Darlene Ortiz on Yo! MTV Raps (1989) [VIDEO]

Check out some rare Yo! footage featuring Ice-T and then girlfriend Darlene Ortiz.

Monday, April 25, 2011

Nas Talks About Confronting Tupac (Throwback Footage) [VIDEO]

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spotted @ 57th ave

Wednesday, February 9, 2011

Howard Stern Interviews Eminem (1999) [VIDEO]

If you know me personally or follow me on twitter you already know I'm a die hard supporter of the king of all media aka Howard Stern (who recently joined twitter). His interviews are always out of the box and compelling, as he regularly pushes the envelope with his guests. His home at sirius has let him express himself more freely without fear of FCC consequences and that paired with his growth as a person makes him one of the best interviewers and most fascinating people in entertainment. Check out this "Howard On Demand" video that contains a half hour long interview with Eminem. You may have watched this before, but we somehow missed this when it surfaced online last year and felt this content was valuable to our site and would be of interest to our visitors so we hope you enjoy! Long live the king!

Monday, January 10, 2011

Last Days Of The Roc pt. 8 [VIDEO]

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Choke No Joke:
The Last Days of Roc-A-Fella Records part 8. Damon Dash goes to court to speak on behalf of his artist Beanie Sigel of the group State Property who is locked up for attempted murder and had his bail revoked due to the FBI picking up his case. Damon Dash the CEO of Roc-A-Fella Records goes in his honor to prove that he's not a flight risk because he has too much business to take care of and his a public figure. Choke No Joke interviews Damon Dash on Beanie Sigel's position and other Roc-A-Fella issues.