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

Pasta Primavera — I’ll admit it.  I never really caught onto LA’s Troublemaker.  Still haven’t really, but his new remix of Matt and Kim’s “Daylight” slays my ears thoroughly.  Perhaps it’s because De La Soul is on the track.  Scratch that…... more info

Guardian Music — Last week you suggested songs about fessing up. Now we want to hear about music featuring those magical bars of sweet relief known as the middle eightSo we did have a bit of a Weekend Philosophy Club after all, and who's to say the thread wasn't the ... more info

Altsounds — De La Soul, one of the most influential hip hop artists of the last two decades, add their infamous style of feel good beats and quirky wordplay to Matt and Kim's breakout single, "Daylight." The track was produced by DJ Troublemaker, known for his ... more info

Stereogum — At Seattle's biggest music festival, rain is not unexpected; still, the downpours at Bumbershoot '09 were scary even for this neck of the Pacific Northwest. No bands got electrocuted, but the sound cut out during Black Eyed Peas' set, so that's so... more info

411 Mania — One of the largest music and arts festivals in the world opens with music performances by De La Soul, OTEP, and Os Mutantes along with big name comedians David Cross, Sarah Silverman, and Aziz Ansari! more info

Rolling Stone — “I gotta say, I’m really excited about Katy Perry,” Sheryl Crow gushed briefly about Perry’s Bumbershoot-opening set last night, slyly insinuating the chorus from “I Kissed a Girl” into her own opening number, “A Change Will Do You Good... more info