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THEFIESTNEWS IS MOVING...

2009-03-11T21:18:00.000-05:00

ATTENTION ALL VIEWERS,

I KNOW THE POSTING HAS BEEN DOWN FOR THE PAST 2 MONTHS AND WE HAD A LOT MORE EXPECTED BUT NOW WE HAVE MERGED WITH ONE OF THE OTHER SITES, YAHEARDHIPHOP.BLOGPSOT.COM WE WILL BE MERGING WITH THEM AND HAVING 2X AS MUCH MUSIC, INFO AND SPORTS NEWS AS WE DID BEFORE, I URGE ALL THE VIEWERS TO TRANSITION TO THIS SITE AND SUPPORT US!!!!

THANKS FOR ALL YOUR SUPPORT,
THE KING/Matticus

Diddy at it Again......

2009-02-03T19:47:00.002-06:00

This suprises me so much, Diddy causing drama......NOT! This guy is rediculous, after I heard how he treats his artists and how much he charges them it just proved my point even more, this guys old music when he first started is fine but as of late is he is horrific...read below to see what he has said now...
Hip Hop entrepreneur and rapper Diddy has become one of the latest artists to pass the blame regarding Hip Hop's current status.

In a recent interview with MTV, Diddy explains why Hip Hop could have been better if the DJ hadn't fallen off.

"People have figured out the formula when they make records for radio, and DJs ain't DJs no more," Diddy explained to MTV. "DJs don't break records no more. DJs don't play album cuts. DJs play what is going to move the crowd. DJs, they don't expose you to the newness. That was the DJs' thing. Hip Hop is in a recession also. It's not dead, it's definitely way better than where it was at, as far as with 'Ye, T.I. and with Jeezy. It's so much great stuff out there, the responsibility has to come with the DJs."

In similar news, Diddy is currently working on his latest album which he promises will have an unexpected and experimental sound.

"Right now, I'm working on my record, and it'll be out in the end of summer," said Diddy. "It's feeling good. It's different. I'm creating a new sound. It doesn't sound like anybody else's stuff out there. With that comes a risk. I'm excited about the risk. I do have a beef a little bit with the game right now. I think Hip Hop has lost its risk-taking quality. Everybody goes to the comfort zone. It doesn't have that risk anymore. You're not like, 'What is that?' when you hear that record anymore."

In an interview with InTouch Weekly last year, Diddy explained his new sound as "electro Hip Hop soul".

Diddy's most recent solo album, Press Play, was released in 2006 and debuted as number one in the United States.

Hot Downloads

2009-02-02T16:54:00.001-06:00

Carlito Rossi ft. Shy Boogs - Street life freestyle

Avant Ft. Pitbull - Damn

Jay-Z and Rock Star Wayne

2009-01-28T17:51:00.002-06:00

First heres some unreleased Jay-Z (just audio, not for download)

Next heres the story behind Lil Wayne's Rock Song, "Prom Queen'

Over the weekend, "Prom Queen" [click to listen], the first single off of Lil Wayne's rock album Rebirth infiltrated the Internet and was posted on a plethora of blogs and Web sites, including HipHopDX [click to read]. But two of Lil Wayne's producers, although excited about the choice, were a little surprised upon hearing that "Prom Queen" would be Rebirth's first single.

Producers Drew Correa, who previously worked with Lil Wayne as his engineer, and Infamous were shocked to even hear that Lil Wayne was creating a rock album, let alone that their track "Prom Queen" would be the album's first single.

"Wayne hit me up one night and wanted us to come through the studio to make some tracks with him live. When the track came together the next morning, everyone thought it was the shit, and he [Wayne] told us it would be a single," producer Drew Correa told Billboard. "We thought he was joking. We thought he was just saying that to be nice. But, a couple of days later we were signing paperwork and it was actually happening."

"You gotta give him credit--he's done everything he can with Hip Hop and has proven himself," Infamous explained to Billboard. "Now he's about to prove himself as a rocker and we're excited to be a part of it."

In similar news, Lil Wayne will perform "Prom Queen" for the first time ever at a concert in San Diego that will be streamed live, thanks to AT&T and their FREEdom of Choice and Mobile Music Facebook pages.

"We have streamed festivals and shows in the past, but this is the first time AT&T will stream a live performance for our Facebook pages," AT&T spokesperson Heather Buffington told Billboard.

"I'm honored that AT&T selected me as the first artist to be a part of this historic live event," said Lil Wayne through a press release. According to Nielsen SoundScan, Wayne had 2008's top-selling ringtone, with "Lollipop" [click to listen] selling 2,365,000 copies.

The concert will stream live at 9:40 p.m. PST on January 27, and after the concert the "Prom Queen" ringtone will be available for download to AT&T customers.

Source-http://www.hiphopdx.com/index/news/id.8474

Lil Weezy Baby

2009-01-26T10:33:00.002-06:00

Despite early reports of Lil Wayne re-releasing Tha Carter III with all new songs; Wayne's rep has now told MTV that his upcoming release has nothing to do with his multi-platinum 2008 release or any of his previous hip hop efforts.

April 7 marks the day that Lil Wayne will unleash his latest effort. A rock album entitled Rebirth.

The first single, "Prom Queen,"

source- http://www.hiphopdx.com/index/news/id.8463

Prom Queen (its got tags on it, props to NMC)

-The King

Jay-Z talks Blueprint 3

2009-01-23T13:13:00.001-06:00

Recently, Jay-Z has been seen on various media outlets and has been a part of the inauguration ceremonies for President Obama. With all of this coming up, it's been easy to forget what was once the most highly anticipated album since Dr. Dre's Detox in Jay's Blueprint 3. Now, Jigga has released news on the album and more.

"For me, the process of making an album is difficult with so many things going on," he told MTV. "And me, I wanna make it beyond and above. I'm gonna take my time with it. I don't have any quotas, and that's a good thing. It may be too freeing. It's a good thing and a bad thing. You know, I think I need some restrictions. 'Cause if I had restrictions, I would have done it in three weeks. I would have made what I believe to be a great piece of art."

Months ago, Kanye West spoke on the album, which many believe will be entirely produced by Yeezy [click to read].

"He wanted to do a few more joints, so he kinda pushed it back. Now we're gonna go in and just work on some more records. So I got some more stuff to kill it with! I think [Jay pushed the album back because] 'Swagger' just did so incredible. We wanted to go up [and make sure] everything was on that level."

Jay also added that "Brooklyn (We Go Hard)" [click to listen] is currently on the new album.

"I actually recorded a lot of records already. You know, all those records that leaked [online] were on 'The Blueprint 3'."

In addition to being one of the most talked about albums, it will also be his last on Def Jam. While he did sign a very lucrative deal with Live Nation [click to read], no official word has been given in regards to his distribution.

source- http://www.hiphopdx.com/index/news/id.8457

My President Remix- Jay-z

2009-01-21T20:22:00.002-06:00

Title as read, PRESIDENT OBAMA, CHANGE AT LAST!

My President remix- Jay-Z & Nas

45'th is the charm

2009-01-20T22:30:00.001-06:00

Regardless of your politic views or even the fact that this site has zero to do with politics. I thought i'd give those of you the chance who didn't catch President Obama getting sworn in a chance to see so, truly in amazing site if you think 30 years back when white people and black people couldn't be in the same restaurants, use the same bathrooms and blacks were given no rights at all, truly a great day in history, and what a coincidence that it comes a day after MLK's death, god bless you all, and we will see what this next 4 years has in store for us, cuz Bush really fucked us over.

-The King

50 disses Kanye, again

2009-01-13T18:55:00.000-06:00

You can tell 50 Cent has a new album coming out when he hits the radio and starts beefs with other rappers for absolutely no reason. Thus was the case this weekend as Fiddy called into Eminem’s Shade 45 XM/Sirius radio station to unload diss after diss on Lil Wayne and Kanye West — and talk a little bit about his upcoming album Before I Self Destruct.

When Kanye released 808s & Heartbreak, he blogged that 50 Cent would love it, but on the radio 50 finally responded by saying the album was “an R&B record.” “I’m surprised he got away with it,” 50 said. “That album is supposed to be a brick.” 50 also mocked Kanye’s singing skills. 50 had equally harsh words for Lil Wayne, saying the Carter III rapper was a “junkie” and a “little baby.” “[Wayne] had a great album,” he said, “but he makes a lot of records and I think he’s gonna exhaust the public with his sound. He’s a talented artist, but if you put us in a space where we’re in competition, my consistency will break his neck.” Fiddy then dared — almost pleaded — for both rappers to respond, probably in an attempt to keep his name in the papers and blogs before Self Destruct is released.

50 Cent also shed some light on that leaked Dr. Dre track “Could Have You Been,” saying the song, which also features R. Kelly, was recorded two years ago for Detox. “I do this the best,” 50 gloats about his beef-making skills, “I’m relevant year round. To be honest with you, the reality television show [MTV’s The Money & The Power, since canceled] was nothing but a commercial for my album.”

You can listen to the whole interview over at Nah Right. Despite all the posturing, keep in mind 50 Cent promised to retire after Kanye West’s Graduation beat 50’s Curtis in a sales battle in September 2007. Self Destruct is out February 3rd, giving 50 Cent roughly three more weeks to run his mouth. Now doesn’t this all remind you of September 2007, when 50 and Kanye sat down for three video interviews on the set of their Rolling Stone cover shoot? Check them out here:

Source-http://www.rollingstone.com/rockdaily/index.php/2009/01/12/50-cent-disses-kanye-west-and-lil-wayne-as-before-i-self-destruct-release-date-approaches/

-The King

Hot Download: Snoop Dogg ft Sly Stone - Dr.King Remember

2009-01-13T17:31:00.002-06:00

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Kanye..............nude?

2009-01-12T16:53:00.000-06:00

After pushing the boundaries of what is considered “Hip Hop” with his latest album, "808s & Heartbreak", Kanye West wants to push the boundaries of what’s considered acceptable. The rapper/producer now wants to bare it all in a nude photo shoot.

Before Kanye takes it off for the camera, however, he wants to make sure he’s pleasing to the eye.

"I definitely feel, like, in the next however many years, if I work out for two months, that I'll pose naked,” West told Vibe.

West adds that he’s not necessarily looking for attention, but wants to challenge American and black culture norms.

“I break every rule and mentality of hip-hop, of black culture, of American culture.”

Though a potential nude spread from West would challenge norms, the star also knows it would dominate the headlines—more so than other celebrities who have done the same thing.

"If [Bjork] wanted to pose naked, you'd (public and media) be like, 'Oh, that's Bjork.' But if I wanted to pose naked, people would draw all type of things into it.”

If Kanye goes through with the photos, the Chicago representer will be following in the footsteps of several rappers. Big Daddy Kane jumped off the trend, posing with Madonna and Naomi Campbell.

Ice-T followed suit several years ago, posing nude with his wife Coco for an album cover.

source- hiphopdx.com

-The King

Q-Tip - Gettin Up

2009-01-11T21:21:00.003-06:00

Q-Tip

Gettin Up

The Renaissance

Zap

Hot Download: Shawty Lo ft. Lil Wayne & Tery Songz - Supplier

2009-01-09T23:38:00.001-06:00

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Lil Wayne To Release Rock Album?

2009-01-09T22:52:00.000-06:00

Rapper Drake revealed recently that Lil Wayne's latest project will be a rock album.

"Wayne's coming out with a new album, it's a rock album," said Drake in an interview with MuchMusic.com. "A complete rock album. I have a song on there."

The rapper likened the project to Kanye West's latest project. "It’s something different in just that whole 808s and Heartbreaks, just throwing individuals off."

Drake will be touring with Wayne in North America, stopping at Montreal on Jan. 14 and Toronto on Jan. 15. He has also signed a management deal with Kanye West managers Gee Roberson and Kyambo "Hip Hop" Joshua and Lil Wayne manager Cortez Bryant.

source- http://www.hiphopdx.com/index/news/id.8380

Are You Lovin It - DJ Morphiziz(Kanye Slideshow)

2009-01-08T17:29:00.001-06:00

Nuggets deal Chucky Atkins to Thunder for Petro

2009-01-07T18:07:00.004-06:00

The Nuggets have traded Chucky Atkins and a 2009 first round pick to the Thunder for Johan Petro and a 2009 second round pick. Atkins played just 24 games last year and still has a dim shot to ripple the rotation with Russell Westbrook and Earl Watson. Johan Petro has to be happy leaving an awful OKC Thunder team. Petro has been there all his career and is now expected to back up Nene.

2009-01-06T22:28:00.002-06:00

Blackhawks defeat Coyotes 6-0 in Phoenix.

Huet contributed with a shutout while Versteeg, Toews, Eager, Fraser, and Burish each contributed a goal.
Hawks have now defeated the Coyotes 7-1, 3-2, 4-1, and 6-0. Chicago improves to 22-8-7 and 8 points behind 1st place Redwings.
JTS

Hot Download: Rosco / Notorious B.I.G - True Players

2009-01-06T18:57:00.002-06:00

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Finally: Bidding for Chicago Cubs may be near an end

2009-01-06T18:26:00.004-06:00

Tribune Co. owner of the Chicago Cubs is close to selecting a winning bid for the team from three finalists, according to people familiar with the sales talks. The Tribune could announce the winning in as soon as 10 days. Three prospective buyers made offers for the franchise at the end of November: Chicago real estate investor Hersch Klaff; the Ricketts family, founders of online brokerage TD Ameritrade Holding Corporation and a group led by Marc Utay, a New York private-equity investor who grew up in Chicago. If the winning bidder is able to finalize a contract with Tribune Co., the buyer must be approved by three-quarters of baseball owners. It is also possible a bankruptcy court judge will have a say in the process, because Tribune Co. filed for Chapter 11 protection Dec. 8. The Cubs are not included in the filing, but the sale would generate proceeds for debtholders. Maybe now we can make big trades for people such as Jake Peavy

-Matticus

Source: Chicago Tribune

Marquis To Rockies Trade Finalized

2009-01-05T23:40:00.003-06:00

Jason Marquis is offically a Colorado Rockie. The Cubs got Luis Vizcaino in return. The trade freed up just under 5 Mil and that would to Milton Bradley. Luis has a life time 4.34 ERA. I would expect him to take the role of short relief around the 6th inning.

My Power Rankings 1/5

2009-01-05T22:11:00.004-06:00

NHL Top 5 Teams Power Rankings

1. San Jose Sharks 29-4-5

-Powerplay is unstoppable, be disciplined if you want to keep up with the men out west.

2. Boston Bruins 29-6-4

- Just another dominate team from Boston. Led by Phil Kessel, the winning streak snapped, the Bruins attempt to begin an even longer one.

3. Detroit Redwings 26-7-5

- 3-0 week, and 2 wins against divsional opponent Chicago keeps them the heavy favorite to keep the top seed in the West

4. Chicago Blackhawks 21-8-7

- well after last week.. they have more allstars then the redwings!!! Huet is weak, time to trade him for a 5th round draft pick.

5. Washington Capitals 26-11-3

- if 1st line Forward Alexander Semin didn't fight like a girl, then the Caps would be 4th. Better luck next time

Updated Power Rankings frequently

JTS

New to the Crew

2009-01-05T22:06:00.002-06:00

Hey fellas...i would like to introduce myself..my name is Jake for thoses that arnt particulary bright, first, ill start off by thanking the founders of this blog for giving me the oppertunity to share the hockey world that is so frequently forgotten and for that, i am deeply humbled. Thank you and my first contribution is right around the corner. Literally.

Cubs Sign OF Bradley to 3 Year Deal

2009-01-05T17:20:00.004-06:00

The Chicago Cubs have agreed to a three-year, $30 million contract with free-agent outfielder Milton bradley . Pending a physical of course, this fills the Cubs need for a power hitting left hander. Adding Bradley was one of the top priorities this offseason for the Cubs, who got swept out of the playoffs for the second straight year after a lineup loaded with right-handers struggled against the Dodgers. Bradley batted .321 with 22 homers for the Texas Rangers.

Source: ESPN

Hey Hey Now I'm a Rockstar???

2009-01-05T15:57:00.002-06:00

After claiming to have plans to retire after his next album [click to read], it appears as though Lupe Fiasco has possibly revealed his next project.

Various blogs have reported that Lupe will be fronting a rock band called Japanese Cartoon under the alias Percival Fats, in which he is singing in a British accent.

Whether this project will amount to an album or just a few songs is unknown; however, two tracks credited to the group have been released - "Army" and "Heirplanes [click to listen]."

Amidst the blog reports, Japanese Cartoon made a post on their Myspace page, denying that Lupe is the lead singer, but confirming his involvement in other aspects:

"Japanese Cartoon's myspace page has been hacked.

Percival Fats (Born Percival Hindenburg-Fats) Is NOT Lupe Fiasco (Born Wasalu Muhammad Jaco). Although he is a dear friend.

Japanese Cartoon will reload songs onto the player as soon as we figure out how via the technical support fellows at Myspace...

...Lupe does finance the band but is NOT I REPEAT NOT THE SINGER IN JAPANESE CARTOON. He is however the producer and we value his participation very much."

Source-http://www.hiphopdx.com/index/news/id.8350/title.lupe-fiasco-starts-rock-band-under-new-alias

If this shits true, thats crazy, i can't picture Lupe being a rockstar

NEW YEAR, NEW IDEAS

2009-01-05T01:42:00.003-06:00

BEFORE THIS NEW YEAR STARTED WE HAD BEGUN PROMOTING UNSIGNED ARTISTS, WE WANT TO GIVE EVERYONE A CHANCE TO MAKE IT IN THE MUSIC INDUSTRY AND WE WILL GLADLY PROMOTE ANYONES WORK WHO SENDS US AN EMAIL WITH EITHER OR ALL OF THE FOLLOWING

1. MYSPACE LINK

2. DOWNLOAD LINK (FOR ALBUMS, MIXTAPES, ETC..)

3. TRACKLIST!

WE HAVE ALSO MADE A SECTION ON THE SITE WITH ALL THE LINKS TO WHAT WE HAVE SO FAR, ITS AT THE TOP LEFT HAND CORNER OF THE SITE, CHECK IT OUT AND THANK YOU, HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE

-THE KING

N. Doe

2009-01-04T11:27:00.002-06:00

Here at the finest news we like to bring you a variety of music from big named artists to unsigned ones trying to make it in the rap game, heres a guy by the name of N. DOE check out his stuff at his myspace...CLICK HERE and give his albums a download or a listen

-The King

Here We Come 2009

2008-12-31T20:31:00.002-06:00

To say the least this has been a wild a year. Between sports and music this year has been up to par. Lets hope 09 has as much in store for us as 08 did. Happy and Healthy New Year to you all. I hope all your dreams and expectations come true for you in this new year, change is coming and we must be ready, and as Obama says, "Change will not come if we wait for some other person or some other time. We are the ones we've been waiting for. We are the change that we seek."

On that note once again happy and healthy new year to you all and good luck

-The King

Cubs Trade DeRosa to Indians for Minor Leaguers

2008-12-31T13:17:00.002-06:00

ESPN.com reports that the Cubs have traded Mark DeRosa to the Indians for three undisclosed players.

Chicago set up the move by signing Aaron Miles to a two-year contract Wednesday morning, but he's a major downgrade from DeRosa offensively. It remains to be seen how the Indians plan to align their new-look infield, but using DeRosa at second base with Jhonny Peralta at third base and Asdrubal Cabrera at shortstop would likely be the best setup defensively. He was so good last year....what does this mean the Cubs will do?

NEW Yung Joc ft. Bobby Valentino - Poppin'

2008-12-31T11:52:00.002-06:00

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Cubs Sign 2B Miles to 2-Year, $4.9 M Deal

2008-12-31T11:31:00.002-06:00

The Chicago Sun Times reports that the Cubs have agreed to terms with Aaron Miles on a two-year, $4.9 million contract. St. Louis cut Miles loose because they didn't want to pay him around $2.5 million via arbitration, so it's a surprise that he's able to get a two-year deal. Chicago already had infield depth with Ronny Cedeno on the bench, so signing Miles seemingly could lead to the Cubs shopping Mark DeRosa.

Cubs Close to Sending Marquis to Rockies

2008-12-30T17:58:00.002-06:00

The Rockies are looking to add depth to their rotation. Instead of getting caught up in a bidding war for the likes of Tim Redding, who was nontendered by Washington and suddenly has a handful of teams running up his price, they could turn their attention to a more proven commodity such as Cubs right-hander Jason Marquis. Marquis also is the other guy in a rotation but has proven to be durable, working at least 167 innings each of the past five seasons. And with the Cubs anxious to move him to ease their rotation overload, they would seem likely to eat roughly half the $9,875,000 he is guaranteed in 2009.

The Rumored Deal involves Marquis to the Rockies for SP Luis Vizcaino

Q-tip - Gettin Up Video Premiere

2008-12-30T11:44:00.001-06:00

Climate Cool- Instrumental Album

2008-12-28T10:25:00.002-06:00

This is in instrumental album, give it a listen, download it, and give some feedback with comments...

Tracklist

1. Highlights - Rollerino
2. Cherie Amour - Ishaq
3. Idle Chatter - Rollerino
4. Distortion - Rollerino
5. Can't Go On - Rollerino
6. Awkward Keys - Ishaq
7. In the Light... - Rollerino
8. ...It Becomes Clear - Rollerino
9. Laid Bac - Ian
10. Love for the Game - Ian
11. The Sun Shines - Ishaq
12. Walk with the Wise - Ishaq
13. Come Running - Ishaq
14. Minnay - Rollerino
15. Bass and Sax - Ishaq
16. What I Know - Ian
17. Heart of Him - Ishaq
18. Can't Let Go - Rollerino
19. Gold and Silver - Ishaq
20. Things We've Never Seen - Ro

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Check out their Myspace here-www.myspace.com/whiteteef

Hot Downloads

2008-12-28T09:31:00.006-06:00

Download Here- Go Hard Remix- Dj Khaled ft. Kanye West and Jay-z

Download Here- What It Do- Chris Brown

Download Here- Brooklyn (We Go Hard) Freestyle- Fabulous

-The King

TheFinestExclusive: Lyrical - Jack of All Trades Mixtape

2008-12-27T12:34:00.003-06:00

01. Intro

02. Konichiwa Bitches

03. Fresh Like Me

04. People Talk

05. Starplayer (skit)

06. Stocktown

07. Gettin' it ft Cleo

08. Something About You

09. Panopticon (Day&Night)

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We are the only blog to have this other than Lyrical himself on his myspace!

Thanks to NBS Records for hookin us up.

Cubs Looking at 2 Japanese pitchers

2008-12-27T09:46:00.002-06:00

The Cubs are considering inviting two Japanese relief pitchers to spring training. The pitcher they're most interested in is Ken Kadokura, a 35-year-old right-hander, and they also had a tryout for 34-year-old left-hander Shigeki Noguchi. The Yomiuri Giants released both veterans after the 2008 season. Kadokura, who spent most of '08 in the minors, has a career record of 76-82, with 10 saves and a 4.36 ERA. The Cubs believe having another Japanese-speaking player around will help Fukudome feel more comfortable.

Deng's Ankle Injury Looks Severe

2008-12-27T09:20:00.003-06:00

And there goes John Paxson's newest investment. Luol Deng left in the Bulls roll over loss to the Heat last night in the 4th quarter after severely spraining his ankle. Coach Vinny Del Negro has ruled Deng out for the next two games possibly more. Deng signed a big contract in the off season but does not seem to be a good fit with the Bulls future star Derrick Rose...maybe this is a sign Pax should go.

DJ SNIPE PRESENTS R&B VOLUME 1

2008-12-27T08:30:00.003-06:00

Something put together from my boy DJ SNIPE, check it out, give it a listen

-The King

Tracklist

Camera Phone- The Game Ft. Ne Yo (4:21)
Can't Belive it- T-Pain ft Lil Wayne (4:34)
Gentleman's Affair- The Game (feat.Ne-Yo) (3:39)
Gold Dust- Jackie Boyz (3:31)
Heartless- Kayne West (3:29)
I Don't Need- Bobby Valentino (3:44)
Just Like Me- Jamie Foxx (Ft. T.I) (3:27)
Keep U Much Longer- Akon (5:02)
Kiss Me Thru The Phone- Soulja Boy(Feat Sammie) (3:13)
Love Lockdown- Kayne West (4:31)
One More Drink( Co-Starring T-Pain) (3:41)
Over My Head- Ne Yo (4:22)
Sunny Day- Akon (Ft. Wycelf) (5:13)
Together- Trey Songz (3:26)
Weekend Lover- Jamie Foxx (4:14)
When You're Mad- Ne Yo (3:43)

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Randy Johnson Signs 1 Year/ 8 Million dollar contract

2008-12-26T21:26:00.003-06:00

Randy Johnson has reportedly signed a 1- year, 8 million dollar deal with the Giants, making him the 2nd oldest active player in the majors, with the oldest being Jamie Moyer. This continues the many offseason moves we have seen thus far, especially with the New York Yankees giving Mark Texiera the biggest contract ever signed.

Bling Blaw HOT

2008-12-26T12:43:00.002-06:00

Redd Eyez ft. Birdman and Lil Wayne- Bling Blaw

This song aint new, but I was looking through my music library and came across it, its real tight check it out.

-The King

D-Wade and Yao T-Mobile Commercial

2008-12-26T12:11:00.002-06:00

Hot Downloads

2008-12-26T11:00:00.005-06:00

Heartless Remix Ft. Rosco

MIMS - Bread N Butta Ft. Biggie NEW

Props to http://2mroshiphop.blogspot.com

Sosa Wants Back In?

2008-12-26T10:53:00.002-06:00

Free agent Sammy Sosa said he's open to returning to the majors if someone makes him an offer.

Sosa probably could have gotten a job last year, but he wanted regular playing time and at least $7 million. Sosa previously said that it was intention to retire following the World Baseball Classic, but he's in shape and apparently hoping for another opportunity.

Source: Rotoworld

Lebron Blocks Yao

2008-12-26T10:47:00.001-06:00

Teriyaki Boyz feat. Pharrell Williams & Chris Brown - Work That

2008-12-25T14:54:00.003-06:00

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Lebron State Farm Commercial

2008-12-25T13:25:00.000-06:00

Merry Christmas/ Happy Holidays

2008-12-24T20:51:00.002-06:00

The title is as follows, wanted to wish everyone and a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays for whatever you celebrate. Have a safe and happy New Year.....We appreciate everyone who comes and views our site and we wanted to take this time to thank you all.

Happy Holidays From the Entire Finest News Team

LeBron James to Debut "Chalk Shoe"

2008-12-24T19:40:00.002-06:00

To launch his newest sneaker, LeBron James and 20,000 fans will turn Quicken Loans Arena into an indoor winter wonderland.

When the Cleveland Cavaliers face the Washington Wizards on Christmas night, James will be wearing a "chalk" version of his signature Nike shoe, a tribute to his pregame ritual of tossing and blowing hand rosin into the air above the scorer's table before he takes the court.

Nike will provide packets of confetti for fans to throw along with James, who began the routine a few years ago.

The "Chalk" shoe is the ninth edition of James' Zoom LeBron VI line. Last month, he wore a "Big Apple" model of the shoe when the Cavs played in New York. The new shoe includes a silhouette of James' chalk toss on the tongue.

James' foundation will also host 25 families at the game. They will be treated with gifts and a pregame visit from the superstar.

Source: AP

Crooks & Rooks - Bambu NEW VIDEO

2008-12-24T17:45:00.001-06:00

This shit is hot from my boys at Okay Player

Little Girl Raps Kanye

2008-12-24T17:13:00.000-06:00

this is hilarious
Merry Christmas

Rockets Trade Francis To Griz

2008-12-24T15:07:00.002-06:00

The Rockets traded Steve Francis and a 2009 second-round draft pick to the Grizzlies on Wednesday. In exchange, they get a conditional draft pick in 2011.

Source: Rotoworld

2 Unreleased Songs

2008-12-24T04:35:00.003-06:00

Props to Lowkey for these:

Ridah- Young Joc ft. Monica-

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Do it for this block- Lloyd Banks-

Download Here

-The King

Jay-Z and Mary J Blidge Sued!

2008-12-23T14:52:00.000-06:00

Jermaine Jumpp and Michael C. Adams of New Jersey are suing Jay-Z and Mary J. Blige for allegedly stealing a beat they produced.

According to TMZ.com, Jumpp and Adams claim in a federal lawsuit that they handed a CD to the "office" of producer Rodney "Darkchild" Jerkins with a song titled "On My Grind."

Four years later, Blige recorded her hit song "Enough Cryin'," produced by Jerkins, which Jumpp and Adams contend sound too similar to their song.

It is not yet clear what Jay-Z's role in the suit is, although the two artists have had a close relationship for years. Earlier this year, Mary J. Blige and Jay-Z embarked on the immensely successful "Heart of the City" tour.

Source- http://www.hiphopdx.com/index/news/id.8301

Blueprint 3

2008-12-23T08:12:00.003-06:00

Blueprint 3

Confirmed Tracks--

Jockin Jay-Z (Produced by Kanye West) (Samples Dumb Girl by Run DMC)

Haters (Produced by Kanye West)

Pack It Up (Danja and Lil Wayne)

Swagga Like Us pt. 2 (Andre 3000, Young Jeezy, Nas)

We Made History (Tony Williams)

Release Date- February 09

Punch Drunk Love Remix (Booty Shake Mix)- U.K. Bonus Track

2008-12-22T20:18:00.002-06:00

U.K. BONUS TRACK-- DOWNLOAD BELOW

http://www.zshare.net/audio/531359746776d94c/

Planet Mind Control--- A Universal Mind Control Remix

2008-12-22T09:03:00.003-06:00

TIGHT UNOFFICAL REMIX WITH AFRIKA....with a sick beat!!!

Check it out...

Download here----

http://www.zshare.net/audio/53113179a6806b90/

COMMON MIXTAPE

2008-12-22T08:53:00.001-06:00

http://www.zshare.net/download/523573775e14bdd0/

Found this off Kanyes Blog

-The King

Notorious Soundtrack

2008-12-20T20:50:00.003-06:00

Release Date- January 13, 2009

Track List-

1. Notorious Thugs ft. Bone Thugs Harmony

2.Hypnotize

3. Notorious

4. Juicy

5. Party & Bullshit

6. Warning

7. One More Chance remix. ft. Faith Evans

8. Brooklyn Go Hard ft. Jay-Z and Santogold

9. Letter to B.I.G. ft. Jadakiss and Faith Evans

10. Kick in the Door

11. What's Beef

12. World is Filled

13. One More Chance ft. CJ

14. The Notorious Theme composed by Danny Elfman

15. Microphone Murder

16. Guaranteed Raw

17. Love No Ho

Info- Some of Notorious B.I.G.'s greatest hits, little known recordings fill out the soundtrack, got some unreleased material on it but most of it is classic biggie, check it out

Heat Upset Lakers, 89-87

2008-12-20T15:27:00.002-06:00

Dwayne Wade led the Heat past the Lakers with 35 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assist, with a win that Dwayne Wade describes as crucial for them if they want to become a playoff team. This broke the Heat's 3 game slump. Kobe Bryant missed a shot at the buzzer that would have tied the game up as he says, "it was going down, then just popped out," Kobe had 28 points on the night.

Space Love- Lupend

2008-12-20T14:35:00.002-06:00

I know this old but its tight and its supposed to be off Lupe's third and final album- Lupend and its produced by Kanye West and The Neptunes

Eminem Relapse

2008-12-20T14:08:00.002-06:00

New Eminem album supposed to be coming out sometime in January or February of 09'

Skillz - So Far So Good (Ft. Common & Talib Kweli)

2008-12-18T00:07:00.003-06:00

Skillz - So Far So Good (Ft. Common & Talib Kweli)

http://www.zshare.net/audio/52909314f51b21db/

[URL=http://www.zshare.net/audio/52909314f51b21db/]04 - So Far So Good _Feat. Common _ Talib Kweli_.mp3 - 5.68MB[/URL]

Cubs Show Interest in Derek Lowe

2008-12-16T21:42:00.003-06:00

SI.com's Jon Heyman believes the Cubs are showing interest in free agent Derek Lowe.

Lowe would prefer to pitch on the East Coast, but if the Yankees and Andy Pettitte can work out their differences, there might not be a AL or NL East contender willing to give him the dollars he wants. The Red Sox have some interest, but would probably offer just three years. The Orioles and Nationals could certainly use him, but Lowe is said to want to join a contender. The Cubs might have a legitimate shot if they're willing to spend $15 million per year. First, they'd likely have to dump Jason Marquis.

Source: SI

DJ Dave - Tha Boss (Part 2)

2008-12-16T19:40:00.003-06:00

INSANE NEW MIXTAPE...YOU GOT IT HERE ON THEFINESTNEWS!!

Tracklist

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Intro

01. Xs Feat Dave - Tha Rising ( Prod By Dj Dave )bv 2.18

02. Marques Houston - How You Just Gonna 3.41

03. Rkelly – She Knows iT 3.00

04. Mario – Jeanz 3.07

05. Jagged Edge - Get U Open 3.48

06. The Dream - Stripper Love 2.45

07. Ciara - Rattla 4.06

08. Bobby Valentino - -1 - 3 Is The New 2 4.44

09. Qwote – Material Girl 3.15

10. Justin Timberlake Feat T.I - If I 4.44

11. Git Fresh – Monsta 3.51

12. Brutha – Forgiveness 4.22

13. Mila j – SWEAT

14. Sammie - Sorry Is Not Enough 2.29

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Cd 2

01. Lil Scrappy – Tha Boss ( INTRO ) 1.50

02. Rich Rick Feat Maya - Kissing U 4.50

03. Petey Pablo Feat KrockerBoyz – Wall 2 Wall 3.30

04. Beyonce Feat Bowwow – Boy Stop 3.2505.

Belly Feat Drake – Girl Let me 3.35

06. FloRida – Touch me 2.44

07. Yung Berg – I Do Better 3.54

08. Tpain – Fire ( Missy Elliot ) 3.48

09. Busta Rhymes Feat Missy Elliot & Neyo - Freakin You Out 4.05

10. SwizzBeatz – Represent Things You Do

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Cubs Sign Gathwright to 1-year Deal

2008-12-16T18:01:00.002-06:00

The Cubs signed a left-handed-hitting outfielder on Tuesday, but it's probably not who you expected.The Cubs picked up some speed when they signed outfielder Joey Gathright to a one-year, $800,000 contract. Gathright is not the big-bopper type outfielder Cubs manager Lou Piniella wanted for the middle of the order, but someone who will be handy during double switches, pinch-running, pinch-hitting and able to play all three outfield positions. He was non-tendered by the Kansas City Royals on Friday after batting .254 in 105 games this past season with no homers and 22 RBIs. Piniella knows him well. Gathright played for him in Tampa Bay and stole 20 bases in 2005. He swiped 22 total in 2006 with the Rays and Royals, but this season was bothered by a bone bruise in his right shoulder.

Bulls Looking into C Miller

2008-12-16T00:14:00.004-06:00

With the Kings' woeful record and Spencer Hawes' vast improvement, Brad Miller's exit could come sooner than expected. Numerous team sources said the Kings will continue to test the market for Miller leading up to the February trade deadline. The approach, it appears, will be one of high ambition and low motivation; the Kings are far from desperate to move Miller but more than willing to do so soon if the deal comes with enough payoff.

With a growing list of teams such as Miami, Chicago and Charlotte using undersized centers out of necessity, Miller will draw interest.

Source:ESPN

DJ DAVE- THE BOSS PT. 2

2008-12-15T22:47:00.001-06:00

Hot new mixtape with lots of dope artists, busta, tpain and ne-yo, dropping tomorrow

Cubs Looking at OF Gathright

2008-12-15T20:56:00.001-06:00

Outfielder Joey Gathright has popped up on the Cubs' radar

Gathright could be added to the roster this week and compete for a spot on the Cubs' bench. He was non-tendered by the Kansas City Royals on Friday after batting .254 in 105 games this past season with no homers and 22 RBIs. The left-handed-hitting outfielder was 4-for-14 (.286) as a pinch-hitter.

Cubs manager Lou Piniella knows Gathright well. The speedy outfielder played for Piniella in Tampa Bay and stole 20 bases in 2005. He swiped 22 total in 2006 with the Rays and Royals, but was bothered by a bone bruise in his right shoulder this season.

Source: Cubs.com

Kidz in the Hall - The Pledge (Ft. Sean Price & Buckshot)

2008-12-14T23:51:00.004-06:00

Check this tight single from The Kidz

http://www.zshare.net/audio/52754414b9a5dea3/

The Bulls Trade That Never Was...

2008-12-14T22:49:00.003-06:00

According to several league sources, the Wizards and Chicago Bulls nearly had a deal worked out in October that would have sent Antonio Daniels and Etan Thomas to Chicago as a part of a package for Larry Hughes, a former Wizards guard. The deal collapsed after Hughes injured his shoulder.

Source: Washington Post

Thats My Quarterback...Or is it?

2008-12-14T22:43:00.002-06:00

Since I just posted about the ongoing soap opera in Dallas I felt it was ever so neccisary to post this. Enjoy....

- The King

Romo and Witten Silence Soap Opera Talk....For Now

2008-12-14T22:32:00.002-06:00

Throughout the entire week Tony Romo and Jason Witten have been criticized by Terrell Owens as he is complaining about, what a suprise, that he is not getting the ball enough. Owens thinks the two who happen to be good friends off the field are "scheming" against him. Philadelphia Eagles right tackle Jon Runyan told ESPN, "It's already happened here. We know exactly what they're going through. The problem is that divides the team. People are drawing lines and taking sides." The situation going on here seems to be like a one man circus that happens to travel to wherever T.O. plays. The Cowboys beat the Giants tonight 20-8 and Romo threw for 244 yards with 2 touchdowns and 0 Interceptions while Witten 5 catches for 44 yards and T.O. had a sub par 3 catches for 38 yards. It will be interesting to see how T.O. reacts in practice this week.

-The King

Song from Lebron James Commercial

2008-12-14T22:07:00.002-06:00

The song by Cornershop "Candyman" from the new commercial

Click for download

Marbury To Play?

2008-12-14T16:07:00.002-06:00

According to the New York Daily News, the Miami Heat, Orlando Magic and Boston Celtics all could have interest in Marbury. He is expecting to be released by the Knicks in the next week. The Knicks have told him to stay away from practice and not come to games anymore.

Sam Bradford Wins Heisman

2008-12-14T15:59:00.003-06:00

Sam Bradford now joins in elite group of college players known as the Heisman Winners, and hes only a sophmore. Bradford of the Oklahoma Sooners grew up as a Sooner fan and played almost every sport as a kid, golf, basketball, baseball and football. He never focused mainly on football and up until his junior year of high school his dad thought he was going to become a golfer. During his junior year of high school he started to get more attention from football and realized that he could actually go somewhere with it. That next year he got offers from several schools, one which happened to be Oklahoma. The first person to congratulate the young Oklahoma quarterback would be his competition in the title game, Tim Tebow. This season Bradford has a passer rating of 186.29, 4,464 yards and 48 touchdowns.

Jamie Foxx-Intuition

2008-12-13T15:37:00.002-06:00

DOWNLOAD NOW!!

01 Just Like me (Feat T.I.)

02 I Don't Need It

03 Number One (Ft. Lil' Wayne)

04Digital Girl (Ft. Kanye West & The Dream)

05 Blame It (Ft. T-Pain)

06 She Got Her Own (Ft. Ne-Yo & Fabolous)

07 Intuition Interlude

08 I Don't Know

09 Weekend Lover

10 Why

11 Freakin Me (Ft. Marsha Ambrosius)

12 Slow

13 Rainman

14 Overdose

15 Love Brings Change (Bonus Track)

Jockin Jay-Z Drum Remix

2008-12-13T12:54:00.002-06:00

This was done by my boy DJ AD 3 months before Travis Barker did his remix of it

Charles Hamilton - Brooklyn Girls VIDEO PREMIER

2008-12-13T12:51:00.000-06:00

Cubs Switch Focus to Signing OF Bradley

2008-12-13T12:38:00.002-06:00

According to the Chicago Sun-Times, signing free agent Milton Bradley has become the Cubs' "singular priority."
One of Bradley's representatives revealed that the Cubs are also atop his client's list. Sounds like a match. Cubs GM Jim Hendry is expected to begin serious talks with the 30-year-old this weekend. Bradley hit .321 last season with 22 home runs and 77 RBI.

Kanye West "Gifted" ft. Lykke Li and Santo Gold

2008-12-13T00:54:00.009-06:00

This track is hot....finally some Kanye without his new singing!

Click for download

Addicted To You- JMAR

2008-12-12T17:06:00.002-06:00

tight r&b song from an up and coming artist, check it out and give it a listen

-The King

The Whole City Behind Us

2008-12-11T22:46:00.002-06:00

Kanye, Ludacris and the Game in this tight commercial, check out it

Props to Zap

-The King

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Jean Grae, Talib Kweli & 9th Wonder performing live @ Fat Beats NY for the Jeanius Limited Edition Release

2008-12-11T22:30:00.004-06:00

PROPS TO DJ SAV*ONE!!!!

Break My Heart (live)

2008-12-11T22:04:00.001-06:00

Real tight song live, check it out.

- The King

Maybe/ He Gets The Girl- Lupe and N.E.R.D. clash

2008-12-11T21:44:00.002-06:00

This is aint new at all, but this is just a real tight song, can't remember where I found this but it's unreleased and its real tight.

-The King

Yanks get CC, but at a costly price

2008-12-11T21:07:00.003-06:00

The New York Yankees have been known for their outrageously expensive deals with players they have high interest in. CC Sabathia followed the "norm" of the Yankees as they spent 161 million dollars on him in what is being called a 7- year deal. This is one of the biggest dealest every signed by any type of athlete and its insane to think that he is getting payed a minimum of 23 million dollars a year (excluding signing bonuses, etc...). Lets hope the Yankees money will pay off and CC has a solid year.

-The King

Suns trade Diaw and Bell get Richardson

2008-12-11T20:56:00.004-06:00

In a two team deal the Suns have officially traded Boris Diaw and Raja Bell for 2 time dunk winner Jason Richardson from the Bobcats. Also involved in the trade was Sean Singletary who went to the Bobcats and Jared Dudly who went to Phoenix along with a 2010 second round draft pick from the Bobcats. Steve Nash is very upset by this trade as he describes himself as, "emotionally drained." Diaw and Bell were two of Nash's best friends on the team. The team is having one of its worst seasons in years and GM Steve Kerr was looking to shake things up with what he describes as in "explosive scorer" in Richardson.

-The King

New T.I. and Busta

2008-12-09T23:21:00.002-06:00

We Rollin- check it out, tight song, props to LowKey for gettin this

-The King

Gooden has huge game, Bulls beat Knicks 105-100

2008-12-09T21:51:00.003-06:00

The Bulls advance to 1 game under .500 on the season as Drew Gooden has a huge game, 22 points and 16 rebounds as he is having a fantastic season. New comer for the Knicks, Al Harrington, a former Warrior was the leading scorer with 28 points. Vice President Joe Biden was at the game.

Cubs Trade Felix Pie To Orioles for Olsen

2008-12-09T09:46:00.004-06:00

The Cubs sent OF Felix Pie to the Orioles for P Garrett Olson, this is the first step in the Jake Peavy trade and is a great sign for Cub fans that a deal is in place.

Greatest SNL Digital Short of All time

2008-12-09T00:52:00.001-06:00

Rockies Show Interest in SP Marquis

2008-12-08T21:41:00.005-06:00

The Colorado Rockies have discussed a trade for pitcher Jason Marquis. The Rockies have been known to be openly shopping CF Willy Tavarez. This trade would open up a ton of cap space for Jake Peavy. The Cubs have also spoken to the New York Mets.

-Matticus

Pads GM says Peavy Deal Now Up To Cubs

2008-12-08T21:27:00.005-06:00

Padres GM Kevin Towers said there's essentially a Jake Peavy deal in place if the Cubs are willing to sign off on it.Towers has been in contact with the Phillies and Orioles and may have agreements with both of them in what would be a three- or four-team Peavy deal. Towers did say there might be some fighting over the players the Padres would get in return from the Cubs. If the Orioles are involved, it's very likely that they'd get Felix Pie from the Cubs and send Garrett Olson to San Diego. THIS WOULD BE F*CKIN AWSOME....WE COULD GET HIM IN THE NEXT 3 DAYS!!

Addition: The Padres have identified Mark Derosa, Kevin Hart, Josh Vitters, Garrett Olson, and Ronny Cedeno as players the Cubs would dish

-Matticus

Source:Rotoworld

Cubs Looking into Signing IF Aurilia if Needed

2008-12-08T09:50:00.003-06:00

The Cubs are interested in free-agent infielder Rich Aurilia as a backup at first and third base, but only if they part with shortstop Ronny Cedeno or second baseman Mike Fontenot in a trade. The team's pursuit of Padres right-hander Jake Peavy remains in a holding pattern, unchanged.

Source: Fox Sports

-Matticus

The BK anthem- Jay-z

2008-12-08T01:32:00.002-06:00

hot song---

Lil Wayne (feat. Keyshia Cole) - I Love You

2008-12-07T23:53:00.004-06:00

New sh*t Wayne with Keyshia Cole

Rumor: Rays new 3rd team in Peavy Deal?

2008-12-07T23:02:00.006-06:00

A wild rumor making the rounds is that the Rays might replace the Orioles as the third team to facilitate a trade that would send ace starter Jake Peavy from the Padres to the Cubs. Reportedly, the Rays would acquire veteran Brian Giles form the Padres to play right field. However, that seems doubtful, though, as Giles is a native San Diegan and has no desire to waive his no-trade clause. Regardless of how it shakes out, Padres GM Kevin Towers is determined to get five players back in any deal and the Orioles want both center fielder Felix Pie and shortstop Ronny Cedeno from the Cubs in any deal.

Source: BP

-Matticus

Blac Haze or Pac?

2008-12-07T22:04:00.004-06:00

Source: Sox swapping Dye for Reds' Bailey

2008-12-07T21:44:00.007-06:00

A source told the Dayton Daily News that the White Sox and Reds have completed a swap involving Jermaine Dye and Homer bailey. Minutes later another source told the Chicago Tribune that there's been no Jermaine Dye-for-Homer Bailey trade agreed to between the Reds and White Sox. The Tribune reports that the White Sox would want more than Bailey in a deal and the Reds have concerns about absorbing Dye's entire salary. The Reds might be able to sign Pat Burrell for about the same 2009 salary as the $11.5 million that Dye is due.

-Matticus

Booker Injured in Bears Victory

2008-12-07T21:40:00.003-06:00

Marty Booker limped off the field after making a reception in the fourth quarter against the Jaguars but the bears coasted to a key victory in the NFC North. Garrett Wolfe also injured himself but should be OK.

-Matticus