New Goapele- "PLAY" (audio)

Goapele released her first single, "Play" from her forthcoming project, Break Of Dawn, which is slated to drop in October. This track is something different, but Goapele's voice is still smooth and full of soul. So when you first hear the track, don't frown, just wait for the voice and all will be well. Grab Goapele's single "Play" (here). 

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Mayor Bloomberg Says Inmates Will Stay On Rikers Island-No Evacuation Orders

With Hurricane Irene heading up Interstate 95, preparations are being made and precautions are being taken. However, there's always one group of people that sometimes are the forgotten ones. As a society we have a duty to service this society with our talents and some people choose not to. So those of this society that are place in prisons (rightfully or wrongfully, that is not the argument here) are DEPENDENT on the same society who placed them there, to PROTECT them. Evacuations orders were made in various NYC areas for the first time in years, but the one place that is in harm's way was not given any evacuation orders, Rikers Island. Read about it (here).

New Mary J. Blige - "25/8" (audio)

Okay, so this new Mary J Blige leak hit the net last night and I understand it's from her 10th album, My Life II: The Journey Continues. This leak track is entitled, "25/8", because "24/7 ain't enough". I hear that Mary. Track produced by Eric Hudson. 

Reebok Presents: Talks with Lauryn Hill About Classic Album

A lot has changed in the world since 1998 when we Lauryn Hill gave us The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill. Say what you want about Ms. Hill, but this album was/is a Hip Hop classic and is still relevant in this thing we call Hip Hop today as it was back in '98. Here Lauryn explains the making of the classic album and what is means to her. If by any chance you need to replace your classic album, you can do so (here) at a great price. 

Nikki Jean - "My Love" lyric video

Nikki Jean released a 'lyric video' for her song, "My Love" off of her album Pennies In a Jar. If you like creativity, than look no further than Nikki as she proudly states on her YouTube channel, that she did this video herself. Awesome, Enjoy!!

New Anthony Hamilton Leak “High School Love”

So we get another Anthony Hamilton leak hit the net and I must say, this song took me back. Even though I just heard this cut, it took me back to that innocent time period in my life when it involved my "High School Love". So as we get ready for Anthony Hamilton's next project, this should hold you over until then. Also check out AH's last post/leak (here). 

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They Say There's "9 Sex Positions That Enhance Emotional Intimacy"

I know some of you think that you have this department covered, but there are certain things one can do during that intimate time to make it wonderful for both parties. Think about your favorite sexual position, then check out these '9 Positions That Enhance Emotional Intimacy' on Black Love and Marriage and see if your favorite position is on there. If not, maybe there's a position you and that special someone wants to try out tonight. Read more (here). 

New Jill Scott Video - "Hear My Call"

Jill Scott's LP, The Light Of The Sun lived up to all the hype as this album is a banger. Here Jill releases the official visual to her song, "Here My Call", which is one of my favorite cuts off of the project as it is just poetry over melody. Also check out Jill's release of some of  her joints in the vault (here).  

Chief Justice- "Pump It Back" (Rock The Boat R.I.P. Aaliyah) feat. Chizzle Rose

Ten years ago today we lost Aaliyah, but her music lives on and is loved by many. Earlier this summer, Chief Justice released his Genesis Mixtape, which ironically had an Aaliyah tribute track, "Pump It Back" on the mixtape. Now I liked this track when I first heard it and I thought I'll post it up today. #RIPAaliyah
download Genesis (here).
Pump It Back (Rock The Boat R.I.P. Aaliyah) [[Chizzle Rose + Chief Justice]] by ChiefJustice

New Phonte' - "Not Here Anymore" feat Elzhi (prod. 9th Wonder)

So we got our hands on the Phonte' leak from his forthcoming project, Charity Starts At Home and it features Elzhi. The track, "Not Here Anymore" was produced by 9th Wonder and with a line-up like this all one needs to do is listen, then head over to FE Music (here) and grab the FREE download of this single while you can.

Jesse Boykins III Covers An Aaliyah (R.I.P.) Classic- "I Care 4 U"

10 years ago from today, we lost our beautiful songstress, Aaliyah. I remember hearing this Jesse Boykins III dedication cover of the Aaliyah classic, "I Care 4 U" and decided I'll post it up today. Sure it isn't Aaliyah, but it is an awesome tribute from one Brooklyn head to another.  R.I.P. Aaliyah and if you want, you can grab JBIII's Aaliyah cover (here).

New Eric Roberson Video -"Summertime Anthem" feat. Chubb Rock

Eric Roberson and Chubb Rock, 'Do The Right Thing' in Erro's new video for this year's summer jam, "Summertime Anthem". This is the lead single off of Erro's forthcoming project, Mr. Nice Guy, which is set to drop Next month. 

Plaxico Burress Catches TD Pass In First Game Back In NFL

Plaxico Burress has 3 catches and a touchdown in his first NFL game since his infamous incident. The Jets won the game and Plax looked pretty good for the pre-season. The huge 6'5" wideout is hard to cover one-on-one and that's why Rex Ryan wanted to get him on the Jets. With all that Plax has gone through (and ST says he was treated unfairly by NYC), we wish him a great forthcoming season. Read more (here)

Shots Break Out After Raiders vs 49ers Pre-Season Game Last Night

The real football season isn't even here yet, but some fans are acting like it is. Yesterday, after the Oakland Raiders vs. San Francisco 49ers game, shots broke out injuring two men and another man was beaten. Early reports are saying that the dispute began over a vulgar t-shirt a fan was wearing. WOW! Read more (here)

New Eric Roberson -"Picture Perfect" feat. Phonte'

One of my favorite songs off of Eric Roberson's Left  album was "Been In Love" and on this new cut, Erro brings Phonte along for another jam session. In good 'ole 'Let's do it again' fashion, theses two complement each other well to make an awesome love song and this should hold us over until Erro drops his new project, Mr. Nice Guy. Grab Erro's "Picture Perfect" (here).

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Dave Chappelle Gives First Interview in 5 Years

The guy who gave the best Block Party in history, Dave Chappelle gives his first interview in 5 years. Here Chappelle talks about his time away, fans, his particular style of comedy, Kanye West being on his show, along with a bunch of other things. Dave is one of the smartest and funniest guys in the business.

New Aloe Blacc Video: "Green Lights"

If you weren't hip to Aloe Blacc until you heard, "I Need A Dollar" on a that  Boost Mobile Commerical, then you're missing out. I said it before and I'll say it again, Blacc's album Good Things was a sleeper and here Blacc releases another visual from last summer's project for his single, "Green Lights".

Mom Reads Bible, Then Attempts To Circumcise Her Son

Keemonta Peterson read a couple of verses in the Bible and decided to circumcise her 3-month-old baby by herself using a box cutter. The 29-year-old Peterson attempted to do the circumcision herself after watching YouTube videos. Read more (here). 

New Mint Condition Video - "Walk On"

Mint Condition release a visual for their single "Walk On", which is on their LP, 7. If by chance you haven't gotten your hands on one of the best bands in the land, you can grab that CD 7 (here) as its currently on sale at a great price. 

Dennis Rodman's Emotional Hall of Fame Speech

Congrats to The Worm aka Dennis Rodman who was inducted into the NBA's Hall Of Fame last night. During his emotional speech ,Rodman spoke about growing up without a father, his relationship with his mother, and wishing he was a better father and husband. Got to love that blazer, a regular suit wouldn't do Rodman any justice.  

Jay Z and Kanye West- "Otis" (video)

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So since Jay Z and Kanye West had the internet buzzing all week with the release of their Watch The Throne album, no point in slowing down, so the duo released their visual to their premier song, "Otis". The video was directed by Spike Jonze and I guess it sets the tone for the next visual. If you haven't copped the album yet, you can grab it (here).  

New Raheem DeVaughn - “Can We Make Up” (audio)

The NeoSoul, Hippie, R&B Rockstar, Radio Raheem Devaughn recently leaked this track, "Can We Make Up" and let me say, this is some 'Cognac Smooth' Soul music here. download here.....

New Common Video- "Ghetto Dreams" featuring Nas

Common's album, The Dreamer, The Believer will drop near the end of the year and this should put a stamp on this year's Hip Hop music. The buzz created from "Ghetto Dreams", featuring Nas the lead single from the project, now has a visual to go along with it directed by Matt Alonzo. Matt's video direction gives the viewer an early 90s Hip Hop feel with his use of the Black and White captions. You can cop your copy of "Ghetto Dreams" (here) for a buck. 

New Rapsody Video -"Lampin"

We can't say this enough, ST loves Rapsody! One of our favorite emcees regardless of gender drops a visual for her single, "Lampin'", which is off of her Thank H.E.R. Now project. Track was produced by Eric G and the visual was directed by Kenneth Price. If for some reason you don't have Rapsody's Thank H.E.R. Now joint, click (here). 

Video Sting: To Catch A Deadbeat Dad (Video)

Some Alabama folks got a rude awakening when then thought they were winners of the hottest ticket in the state, the annual Alabama vs. Auburn football game aka The Iron Bowl. Instead of two free tickets, they got a pair of cuffs and read their maranda rights.

Pete Rock & Smif-N-Wessun New Video- "Night Time" feat. Buckshot

So we get a visual from the Pete Rock & Smif-N-Wessun album, Monumental. This track, "Night Time" features the BK Representative, Buckshot on the hook and its always good to hear his voice on something. Enjoy and you can grab the album, Monumental (here).