Kendrick Lamar, Pharrell, Wiz Khalifa, Mac Miller & Busta Rhymes In The Studio [Pictures]

One session. 5 powerhouses. The end result of this collab sounds major.  Check out pics from the recent studio sessions with Kendrick Lamar, Pharrell, Busta Rhymes, Wiz Khalifa and Mac Miller below, and let me know what you think of this unlikely collab!

Lil Twist - Turnt Up feat. Busta Rhymes [Music Video]

I remember making a joke when Busta Rhymes signed to Young Money saying,  "Oh, so now Busta's gonna be in the studio making songs with Lil Twist and Jay Sean now?" Well.... half of that's true because he's featured in Lil Twist's new single "Turnt Up." Watch the music video to the Get Twisted XXL Freshman of 2011 and let me know what you think of his new song with Busta by hitting me up on Facebook and Twitter!



Download: Lil Twist - Turnt Up feat. Busta Rhymes

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Previously: Tyrese feat. Busta Rhymes, T.I. & Big Sean - Fireworkz (Remix)

Tyrese - Fireworkz (Remix) feat. Big Sean, T.I. & Busta Rhymes

Tyrese mentioned earlier this month that he had a banger of a remix he was waiting patiently to drop, and here we have it right in time for New Years.  I don't know about other DJs out here, but this is one of those tracks that I can tell will HAVE to be played at parties I do.  With Big Sean, T.I., AND Busta Rhymes dropping verses and David Banner on the production, it's pretty much a done deal.

Tyrese - Fireworkz (Remix) feat. Big Sean, T.I. & Busta Rhymes [Mobile Friendly Stream/Download]

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Open Invitation is in stores now!

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Previously:

• Tyrese - Stay (Remix) feat. Faith Evans & Rick Ross
• Big Sean - Keep It Gee feat. 2 Chainz
• T.I. - Here Ye, Hear Ye feat. Pharrell [Music Video]
• Busta Rhymes - Why Stop Now feat. Chris Brown

New Music: Ace Hood ft. Busta Rhymes & Yelawolf - S*it Done Got Real

Ace Hood's upcoming mixtape The Statement 2 is expected to drop in a few days, but he's dropped off the new track "Shit Done Got Real" to give us a preview of what's to come.  Check out the Busta Rhymes and Yelawolf featured track below, and let me know what you think of the track by hitting me up on Facebook or Twitter!

 Ace Hood - Shit Done Got Real ft. Busta Rhymes & Yelawolf [Tags]

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The Nominees For The 2011 Grammy Awards Are Out!

While there are tons of music award shows all year long, the crème de la crème has always been The Grammys.  Today the full list of nominees was announced, which has led to many mixed reactions.

Check out a select list below, and hit the jump to see more nominations along with Twitter reactions from celebrities!

Record Of The Year

• Adele - Rolling In The Deep
• Bon Iver - Holocene
• Bruno Mars - Grenade
• Mumford & Sons - The Cave
• Katy Perry - Firework

Album Of The Year

• Adele - 21
• Foo Fighters - Wasting Light
• Lady Gaga - Born This Way
• Bruno Mars - Doo-Wops & Hooligans
• Rihanna - Loud

Best New Artist

• The Band Perry
• Bon Iver
• J. Cole
• Nicki Minaj
• Skrillex

Best Rap Performance

• Chris Brown, Lil Wayne & Busta Rhymes - Look At Me Now
• Jay-Z & Kanye West - Otis
• Lupe Fiasco - The Show Goes On
• Nicki Minaj & Drake - Moment 4 Life
• Wiz Khalifa - Black And Yellow

Best Rap/Sung Collaboration

• Beyoncé & Andre 3000 - Party
• DJ Khaled, Drake, Rick Ross & Lil Wayne - I'm On One
• Dr. Dre, Eminem & Skylar Grey - I Need A Doctor
• Rihanna & Drake - What's My Name?
• Kelly Rowland & Lil Wayne - Motivation
• Kanye West, Rihanna, Kid Cudi & Fergie - All Of The Lights

Best Rap Album

• Jay-Z & Kanye West - Watch The Throne
• Lil Wayne - Tha Carter IV
• Lupe Fiasco - Lasers
• Nicki Minaj - Pink Friday
• Kanye West - My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy

Best R&B Album

• Chris Brown - F.A.M.E.
• El Debarge - Second Chance
• R. Kelly - Love Letter
• Ledisi - Pieces Of Me
• Kelly Price - Kelly

Best R&B Performance

• Marsha Ambrosius - Far Away
• Ledisi - Pieces Of Me
• Kelly Price & Stokely (of Mint Condition) - Not My Daddy
• Corinne Bailey Rae - Is This Love
• Charlie Wilson - You Are

Best Traditional R&B Performance

• Eric Benet - Sometimes I Cry
• Cee Lo Green & Melanie Fiona - Fool For You
• R. Kelly - Radio Message
• Raphael Saadiq - Good Man
• Betty Wright & The Roots - Surrender

For a full list visit the official Grammys website.

Reactions on Twitter were mixed.  Do you agree with the nominations or do you think artists like Jill Scott were snubbed? Hit me up!

New Music: Kendrick Lamar - Rigamortus (Remix) ft. Busta Rhymes

After building mountains of anticipation through sneak peeks and performances at his live shows, Kendrick Lamar's finally released the full "Rigamortus" remix featuring Busta Rhymes. I'm just gonna let the song speak for itself!


Kendrick Lamar - Rigamortus (Remix) ft. Busta Rhymes

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Kendrick Lamar & Busta Rhymes Debut Their "Rigamortis" Remix [VIDEO]

Kendrick Lamar gave us a preview of the "Rigamortis" remix with Busta Rhymes a while ago, but he surprised his fans during his Friday show at LA's Music Box and brought out the man himself.  Watch below as the newest addition to the YMCMB family joins K Dot on stage and shuts it down!



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Previously: Rapsody - For Everything LP ft. Kendrick Lamar

Busta Rhymes & Baby Officially Announce YMCMB Signing [VIDEO]

After causing a Twitter uproar last night, Busta Rhymes and Birdman have officially announced Bussa Buss' official union with Young Money Cash Money Records.  Watch below as Busta claims that this alliance will be "one of the most defining moments in Hip Hop." I'm interested to see how this plays out, and I want to know what you gangstas think about the news.



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New Music: Busta Rhymes ft. Chris Brown - Why Stop Now

On my 4 hour, $1 (Yes, one dollar!) Megabus trip from Charlotte to Atlanta, it seems I missed some interesting news.  Today, Busta Rhymes announced on Twitter that he has signed a deal with Young Money, Cash Money Records.  I can name probably 10 good reasons why I think this is a stupid idea, but I'll just get to the music.

To make the occasion more memorable, Busta dropped his new song "Why Stop Now" with Chris Brown, which features Bussa Buss recreating his roadrunner flow over a beat pretty similar to "Look At Me Now."  Listen below, and chime in to give me your opinions of the track and Busta's new deal.

Busta Rhymes - Why Stop Now ft. Chris Brown

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Presenting... DJ AK-47 [VIDEO]

Mr. and Mrs. Beatz took their act on the road and took turns DJing at Yotel in New York City.  Watch below as Alicia Keys made her debut as DJ AK-47 and got the crowd rocking!  She claims she just learned that night. You believe her?

Wait. Did I see Mashonda in the crowd? Let me stop...

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Previously: Alicia Keys Premieres Brand New Song [VIDEO]

New Music: Busta Rhymes - You Ain't Gotta Wait 'Til I'm Gone (Inspired By Heavy D)

Now that Heavy D's gone, his true influence among Hip Hop's biggest stars is now apparent to the rest of the world.  Unfortunately it takes moments like give lost talent the spotlight he or she deserves.  Busta Rhymes, inspired by the life and legacy of Heavy D, has written a new song that encourages his fans and the fans of others to not wait until he's gone or their favorite rapper's gone before you give them the appreciation they deserve.  Check it out below!

Busta Rhymes - You Ain't Gotta Wait 'Til I'm Gone

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J-Doe ft. Busta Rhymes, Reek Da Villian, Spliff Star & N.O.R.E. - Passenger [Prod. by Lex Luger]

J-Doe, Busta Rhymes, N.O.R.E., and the rest of Conglomerate Records linked up over a Lex Luger for a few boastful bars.  Check out "Passenger" and let me know if you think Conglomerate Records is strong enough to take on other collectives like MMG and G.O.O.D. Music!

J-Doe - Passenger ft. Busta Rhymes, Reek Da Villain, N.O.R.E. & Spliff Star


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New Music Video: Styles P - Harsh ft. Busta Rhymes & Rick Ross

Glad to see that one of my favorite songs got a music video! Watch below as Styles P, Rick Ross and Busta get their Godfather on in this new music video for "Harsh"



The Master of Cermonies in stores now!

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Previously: New Music: Styles P & Jadakiss - Runnin' Thru The Jungle

2011 BET Hip Hop Awards Cyphers

The B.E.T. Hip Hop Awards are on NOW, and the first cypher of the show has already surfaced thanks to Yardie.

Check out cypher #1 below with Big K.R.I.T., Tech N9ne, MGK, Kendrick Lamar & B.o.B!


Here's Cypher #2 featuring Reek Da Villain, Busta Rhymes, 2 Chainz & Ludacris!


Cypher #3 with Lady Rage (Ruff n Stuff with her afro puffs), Blind Fury, Dom Kennedy & Skillz

New Music: Busta Rhymes - Ni**as In Paris (Freestyle

Busta Rhymes is the latest rapper to rhyme over Jay-Z & Kanye West's "Ni**as in Paris," and of course he shines with his trademark flow.

Busta Rhymes - Ni**as in Paris (Freestyle)


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Previously: New Music: Estelle - Break My Heart Remix ft. Busta Rhymes, Jadakiss & Swizz Beatz

Kendrick Lamar Performs A.D.H.D.

I could barely concentrate on posting this. I've been rapping along and vibing out like I was actually at the concert. "A.D.H.D." is one of my favorite tracks on Section 80, and it's not because I have it...well...

What's your favorite track on Section.80?

Previously: Kendrick Lamar: A.D.H.D. (Music Video)

Hit the jump to get a preview of the "Rigamortous" remix feat. Busta Rhymes

Gangstas Use Emoticons Radio, Volume 8

It's officially Friday, so you know what that means! Yours truly, DJ Hourglass, is back with another mix to get your weekend started off right!  I know I say this every week, but I think this is by far my best edition fo GUE Radio to date.  It contains a balanced mix of mainstream party tracks, underground hip hop, and R&B.

Listen to the mix below which features music from Jay-Z & Kanye West, STS, GLC, Phonte, Kendrick Lamar, The-Dream, Jhené Aiko, and more.  Download if you like it!!



Hit the jump for to see the full tracklisting!

Estelle: Break My Heart Remix ft/ Swizz Beatz, Jadakiss &Busta Rhymes (NEW MUSiC)

Just in time for Gangstas Use Emoticons Radio comes the banger of the summer.  I'm loving Estelle's "Break My Heart (Remix)" and I've only had the song for a few hours.  Featuring verses from both Jadakiss & Busta Rhymes and classic old school samples, I dare you to not nod your head and dance when you play this.

Estelle: Break My Heart (Remix) f/ Busta Rhymes, Jadakiss & Swizz Beatz


Estelle's album All of Me is expected to drop this Fall. I'll be on the lookout.

New Music: Styles P x Busta Rhymes x Rick Ross - Harsh

You can never go wrong with a Styles P track.  Add Busta and Rick Ross and it only gets better. Harsh will be on Styles P's mixtape "The Hardest MC Alive" which will drop soon.

Styles P: Harsh f/ Rick Ross & Busta Rhymes