iPod Hustle: Killer Mike, Mikkey Halsted, & Jay Rock

Ha! It’s back. It’s been exactly 51 days since my last iPod Hustle (Which is an official column now…thus the new banner. Bye Pam. I’ll miss you). If you’re not familiar with iPod Hustle, it’s where I talk about what’s currently getting plays on my ever-present iPod Read more

Who’s The King Of Atlanta?

Why focus on “The King Of Atlanta”? Well, think about it: When Nas & Jay was battling for the crown of NYC a few years back, it was a forgone conclusion that the winner would also be the top dog in Hip-Hop. Read more

2008 Songs Of The Year (Staff Picks)

At first we were gonna do a recap this year’s most notable songs featured in our Song of the Week column. But seeing how some of the songs weren’t actually made in 2008, it really wouldn’t have worked. So instead of voting for a single “Song of the Year”, we thought; “Why not just let each staff member pick their favorite 5 songs of the year?” So here they are. No voting. No debates. Read more

The Numbers Game: Weezy Will Not Stop

Damn Weezy, Tha Carter III will not be stopped. After 5 weeks the album regains the top spot and is inching closer to the double Platinum plaque. I hope some of ya’ll put some money aside to buy a copy of that new Nas. Well maybe you should have gave a little money to Killer Mike also; his recent album didn’t crack 4,000 sales. Other than that, nothing else really made waves this week as far album sales numbers. Read more

Killer Mike|I Pledge Allegiance To The Grind Part II

From being protégée of OutKast to an independent artist, Killer Mike has always been pretty true to the first part of his name. Killer is how the mic typically sees him. His distinctive flow, cadence, and delivery teamed with his lyrical sharpness have garnered him respect and the ability to rhyme about politics and the grind without losing any love. Let’s check out his latest offering, I Pledge Allegiance to the Grind II. Read more