Soul Sides — Some time in either the late '90s or early '00s, I was at a De La Soul show in the Bay Area. To be honest, for whatever reason, the energy was kind of flagging throughout the whole thing (I had seen some great De La shows in the past, this just didn'... more info

AllHipHop — Blur front man Damon Albarn has revealed the guest appearances for the Gorillaz upcoming album, which is titled Plastic Beach. Albarn told the UK's The Guardian that the album will feature guest appearances from a variety of acts, including Snoop Dog... more info

Time Out, London — Conscious rapper Dante Smith (aka Mos Def), who learned his trade working with De La Soul and Talib Kweli hits Kentish Town to promote terrific new album, 'The Ecstatic' more info

MTV.com News — 'We're kind of good luck charms for each other,' singer says of frequent collaborator Weezy.By Jocelyn Vena Robin Thicke Photo: CBS Robin Thicke is no stranger to working with Lil Wayne: The two have already collaborated a few times. Now t... more info

MTV.com News — R&B singer releases video footage of himself in the studio with Jay-Z.By Jocelyn Vena Robin Thicke and Jay-Z Photo: G. Banks In new footage featuring Robin Thicke and Jay-Z in the studio for on Thicke's track, "Meiplé (Me I Play)," the tw... more info

MTV.com News — 'It was one of the best days of my life,' crooner says about recording 'Me I Play' with Jay.By Jocelyn Vena, with reporting by Grace Jackson Robin Thicke Photo: MTV News In December, Robin Thicke will be giving fans Sex Therapy on his ne... more info

Rock Sellout — While we are waiting for some news to come through. Here is a a mix tape of Hip Hop tracks I keep coming back to on my Zune. I hope you all enjoy it, thought it would be a great way to kick off the weekend. One thing you will find out about the site... more info

AllHipHop — In addition to celebrating 25 years since the release of their first album, revered Hip-Hop group De La Soul is in the studio working on a brand new album of material for 2010.   The group’s last official release was an iTunes - only colla... more info

The Vinyl Villain — Yesterday's posting wasn't just a coincidence.Yup, TVV was born three years ago today. And I just want to say a big thank you to everyone who has helped out along the way, whether it was through initial encouragement, leaving behind comments (except ... more info

This Scene Is Dead — Just a kick-ass Hip-Hop joint for you today. Played this on a journey down to the South of England yesterday to test out an awesome downhill mountain bike, as well as get some riding time with some mates. Boring personal news there from TSID, though ... more info