Andy Bustard is a blogger at MissInfo.tv and a contributing writer at TheBoomBox. He still wears his cap to the back. (@aboynamedandy)
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Does Kanye West’s ‘The College Dropout’ Stand the Test of Time?
Ten years ago today, Kanye West released his debut solo album, 'The College Dropout.' That also happened to be the day he shifted the paradigm of hip-hop.
2 Chainz Announces ‘2 Good to Be T.R.U. Tour’ Dates
2 Chainz will open the new year with his biggest headlining solo tour in support of his sophomore album, 'B.O.A.T.S II: Me Time.' Tity Boi has today announced the dates for the '2 Good to Be T.R.U. Tour,' which will take him across the country next spring.
Justin Bieber & Chance The Rapper Team Up For ‘Confidence’
Even the most committed Justin Bieber critics have found it hard to deny the kid's recent string of releases, especially with mature R&B efforts like 'Hold Tight.' Now, as he wraps up his long-running '#MusicMondays' series, the Canadian crooner links up with Chicago wunderkid Chance The Rapper for 'Confidence.'
Nas to Open Sneaker Store in Las Vegas
In the '90s "Air Nikes on his feet" kept his "cipher complete" and now Nas is delving deeper into the style game by opening a sneaker store in Las Vegas.
Mac Miller Drops New Freebie ‘I Come In Peace’
Mac Miller gives fans a little something to go with their Thanksgiving weekend with this new freebie track, 'I Come In Peace.'
Watch Kanye West’s Interview on ‘The Breakfast Club’
Kanye West's busy press run in New York City continued yesterday (Nov. 26) as he paid a visit to Power 105.1's 'The Breakfast Club.'
Kid Cudi Announces Title of Upcoming EP
If you recall, Kid Cudi announced during a show in Dallas last month that he'll release a new EP in the next three months. Today, the Lonely Stoner shared the project's title on Twitter: 'Satellite Flight: The Journey to Mother Moon.'
Childish Gambino Turns the Heat Up on ‘Sweatpants’ Featuring Problem
Between single releases and live performances, the tracks from Childish Gambino's 'Because the Internet' have been coming in thick and fast.
Watch Eminem & Slaughterhouse Freestyle on BET’s ‘Rap City’ Special
Just like they did in 2009 following the release of 'Relapse,' BET brought back 'Rap City' from the dead for a special one-off episode last night (Nov. 6) to celebrate Eminem's new album, 'The Marshall Mathers LP 2.'
Left Eye’s Producer Shares Details on Planned Solo Album
It's no secret that TLC member Lisa "Left Eye" Lopes was working on a solo album for Death Row Records under the moniker N.I.N.A. (New Identity Not Applicable) before her untimely death in April 2002. But in a new interview with L.A. Weekly, Left Eye's last producer, Darren Vegas, reveals some interesting information about the unfinished project.
Watch Eminem Perform ‘Rap God’ at 2013 YouTube Music Awards
The first-ever YouTube Music Awards went down in New York City last night (Nov. 3), and headliner Eminem closed out the show in style.
Drake Previews ‘Trophies,’ Brings Out Busta Rhymes, A$AP Mob at Brooklyn’s Barclays Center
Toronto took over Brooklyn last night as Drake's 'Would You Like a Tour?' rolled into town. Following sets from PARTYNEXTDOOR, Future and Miguel, who serve as the opening acts on the ongoing fall roadshow, the OVO star performed a plethora of hits from his catalog in front of a sold-out crowd at the Barclays Center.
Eminem & Rihanna Reunite on ‘The Monster’
Three years after 'Love the Way You Lie,' Eminem reunites with Rihanna on 'The Monster,' the brand new single from his upcoming album, 'The Marshall Mathers LP 2.' And just like their aforementioned collaboration, this one's poised to dominate charts, clubs and radio airwaves in the months ahead.
Eminem Speaks on ‘Nostalgia’ of ‘The Marshall Mathers LP 2,’ Working With Rick Rubin
Aside from debuting three songs and revealing the tracklisting, Eminem's kept pretty quiet regarding his upcoming album, 'The Marshall Mathers LP 2,' which hits stores in less than two weeks. For their Nov. 7 issue, though, Rolling Stone managed to squeeze a few details out of the typically secretive Slim Shady.
Lady Gaga Delivers ‘Do What U Want’ Featuring R. Kelly
It's a coming together of one of the longest-serving R&B legends, R. Kelly, with one of the biggest pop acts of the decade, Lady Gaga, on 'Do What U Want,' the latest single off her upcoming 'ARTPOP' LP.
Miley Cyrus Spits a Verse on French Montana’s ‘Ain’t Worried Bout Nothin (Remix)’
The remix we've all been waiting for dreading. After releasing an alternate version featuring Rick Ross, Diddy and Snoop Dogg, French Montana last night debuted the much talked-about Miley Cyrus-boasting remake of his street smash, 'Ain't Worried Bout Nothin.'
Watch A$AP Rocky & Bun B’s ‘Back & Forth’ Interview (Part 1)
Like he said himself during his interview with RiFF RaFF, A$AP Rocky is -- and always has been -- enamored by Texas culture. So it only makes sense that as the new host of Noisey's 'Back & Forth' series, the Harlem rapper gets to pick the brain of UGK legend Bun B.
Lil Wayne Delivers ‘Original Silence’ Featuring Mack Maine
We're nearing the end of a year in which a full-length studio album -- 'I Am Not a Human Being II' -- and a DJ Drama-hosted mixtape -- 'Dedication 5' -- from Lil Wayne haven't even been close to being the biggest releases of the year. But hey, what's public opinion to a goblin?