Sunday 1/21: A lawsuit filed by a rapper claiming that Fox and XXL Magazine had falsely accused him of involvement in the unsolved murder of B.I.G. was recently thrown out of court. The superior court judge dismissed the suit, filed by Tyruss Himes, against Fox-owned KTV-TV, in Los Angeles and XXL, citing the outlets were protected by the constitution’s free speech amendment.
Monday 1/22: We all watched G-Child get kicked off of “The White Rapper Show.” I think it was definitely about that time. One of the main things that makes a rapper is confidence and she had none. Her attempt to muster confidence at the end was also pretty bad.
Tuesday 1/23: Producer Disco D has committed suicide. Details about his death are sketchy, but the producer had over 10 years of experience in the music industry. He began his career in the dance scene in Detroit. His style was a blend of electronic music and Hip-Hop. He produced the track “Ski Mask Way,” for 50 Cent, several records for Kevin Federline, and the b-side for Trick Daddy’s latest single, “I Pop.”
Wednesday 1/24: Up and coming rapper, Skyzoo performed alongside the Clipse and Kidz in the Hall at New York City’s, Bowery Ballroom. The show was dope and it definitely showed that Hip-Hop is still all-good. But sadly, you have to find it.
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Thursday 1/25: Guru and his partner, Superproducer Solar are set to release the fourth installment of the Jazzmatazz series on their own label, 7 Grand Records. It will feature collaborations with Common, Damian Marley, Boby Valentine, Vivian Green, Blackalicious, Kem, Raheem Devaughn and others. Jazzmatazz Vol. 4 will be the second release from 7 Grand Records, which is distributed through Rawkus/Sony. The album is slated for release in April.
Friday 1/26: Murs and Guerilla Union are teaming up for a second Paid Dues Festival. They plan to push this event as the premier festival for independent Hip-Hop. The line-up includes Sage Francis, Mr. Lif, Felt (Murs with Slug and Ant), Devin the Dude, Evidence with Alchemist and more. The festival will take place on March 24. For more information, visit www.PaidDuesFestival.com.
Saturday 1/27: Reports came in today that Young Buck was arrested in Nashville, Tennessee on a warrant for failing to appear in court. He was stopped by police who spotted him weaving through traffic in his Escalade, according to the Associated Press. He was cited last July on a misdemeanor violation for driving with a suspended license. His license is now valid but his record showed an outstanding warrant for last year’s charge. He was booked then released on $100,000. He now has a February 27 court date.
