Archive for June, 2010

HHWIRED Exclusive: Danny Boy Discusses His Memories With Tupac & Has Some Words For Ray J [Video]

Wednesday, June 16th, 2010

As we celebrate what would have been the 39th birthday of the late great Tupac Shakur, Hip-Hop Wired caught up with Pac's former Death Row inmate Danny Boy who sung hooks on such classics as "I Ain't Mad At Cha,'" "What'z Ya Phone #," "Heaven Ain't Hard 2 Find," and "Picture Me Rollin.'"

Peep as he details his first meeting with Pac, picking Pac up when he was released from jail and the demise of Death Row.

He also has few choice words for fake friends like Ray J.

Pac's #1 hook man is also in the studio working on new material and WIDEawake, the company that purchased Death Row Records, also recently released his never before released debut "It's About Time."

Peep After The Jump For Classic Tupac & Danny Boy!!! (more...)

ShamWow Endorses Eminem's "Recovery" [Video]

Wednesday, June 16th, 2010

Nothing is better for an artist than getting plugs from all angles as the ShamWow Guy is standing behind the upcoming product known as Recovery.

For Eminem, it's a confessional to his music hiatus, but it's so much more for those that go out to make that purchase.

Just to think, it was only 10 years ago when almost every market in America was denouncing Slim Shady as the worst thing to ever receive his freedom of speech.  Look at how things are now.  June 21 folks.

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T.I. Speaks On Snitching Allegations And His “King Of The South” Title

Wednesday, June 16th, 2010

There ain't nobody, nowhere in naan jail sayin' I was on they paperwork."

Just months after his release from an Arkansas prison, T.I. is still defending himself from allegations that he was a reported “snitch” that gave out information to federal officials in return for a lighter sentence.

Tip was sentenced to one year and one day in jail in March 2009 for felony weapons charges after prosecutors gave him a plea deal.

Along with the 366 days in jail, Tip was ordered to pay a $100,000 fine and complete 1,500 hours of community service, a deal typically unheard of for a convicted felon.

Tip says however that allegations that he snitched to get over are simply not true and he tells (more...)

Randy Jackson Hospitalized After Chest Pains

Wednesday, June 16th, 2010

As the first anniversary of fallen pop star Michael Jackson quickly approaches, his family continues to make news.

Randy Jackson, brother of Michael was hospitalized Tuesday in Southern California.

Randy Jackson experienced chest pains on Tuesday and was taken to Huntington Memorial Hospital in Pasadena. He is currently awaiting (more...)

Happy Birthday Tupac!!! [Video]

Wednesday, June 16th, 2010

Today, June 16th 2010, would have been Tupac Amaru Shakur's 39th birthday.

Before losing his life on September 13, 1996 the West Coast emcee spanned a career that brought together poetic wordplay and a knack for storytelling to Hip-Hop music.

With over 75 million albums sold worldwide, a penchant for acting and the arts and a starring role in the notorious East Coast/West Coast beef, Pac is remembered and revered as nothing short of a rap legend.

In celebration of his birthday, a number of Hip-Hop artists will unite today in his honor including (more...)

Michael Jackson Video Game Announced

Wednesday, June 16th, 2010

The anniversary of Michael Jackson's death is approaching, but he lives on- this time in the video game world.

At their annual electronic entertainment expo press conference, video game developer Ubisoft announced that they are planning to release a new dancing and singing game featuring Michael Jackson. 

Unlike the typical dance arcade dance games,  this one will use the Kinect and Move technology, similar to the motion-detector camera systems used on the Xbox 360 and Playstation 3.

"Your goal is to dance like Michael," said Tony Key, Ubisoft's marketing vice president. "Do what the guy on the screen is doing and you're there. It'll score you based on the (more...)

J. Cole - "The Last Stretch"

Wednesday, June 16th, 2010

Nappy Roots - "All 4 You"

Wednesday, June 16th, 2010

Gucci Mane - "Showtime"

Wednesday, June 16th, 2010

Drake feat. Jay-Z and Swizz Beatz - "Fancy" (Cookin Soul Remix)

Wednesday, June 16th, 2010

Bangin Candy

Bangin Candy - Taylor Gang's Lola Monroe [PHOTOS]

Bangin Candy - Taylor Gang's Lola Monroe [PHOTOS]

Bangin Candy: Rico Love's Division 1 Recording Artist, Rabbit

Bangin Candy: Rico Love's Division 1 Recording Artist, Rabbit

Bangin Candy: Usain Bolt's Ex-Girl, Taneish Simpson [PHOTOS]

Bangin Candy: Usain Bolt's Ex-Girl, Taneish Simpson [PHOTOS]

Bangin Candy: Floyd Mayweather Jr's Fiancé Shantel Jackson [PHOTOS]

Bangin Candy: Floyd Mayweather Jr's Fiancé Shantel Jackson [PHOTOS]