Drive-By Bloggin’ “SNOOP TRY-ION”

Posted on April 29, 2013 by VegasWorldInc

Ah, Snoop…I don’t know what the hell to make of you at this point. Has he run out of sh*t to rap about? Is this a gimmick to gain attention? Is this just a reason to continue to smoke weed (I thought he quit)? Or was he truly inspired by the Rastafarian Religion? I have no idea.

Part of me was skeptical because Snoop has proved in the past that in order to continue as a viable rap artist, he had to expand his horizons. He couldn’t just be the “Gin & Juice” Snoop, he had to also be the “Beautiful” Snoop. Then he became the “Sexual Seduction” Snoop. Sh*t, he even did a record with Willie Nelson of all people. I’m not mad though.

He is here. He’s not on a “What Ever Happened to…?” show. He has survived a lot. He really shouldn’t be as visible as he is today. There are rappers who debuted last year that don’t have as much buzz. I mean, his career is one hell of a roller-coaster ride when you think about it. Somehow I feel like this could be his last ride.

I’m saying, what kind of insensitive dude would adopt a religion as another means to sell records (Ma$e?). If Snoop Lion was to return as Snoop Dogg, he would be forever scrutinized. Not only would the Rastafarian community sh*t on him (They already have in some circles), but his fans wouldn’t respect him. Do they respect him now? Are Snoop Dogg fans now Snoop Lion fans?

Has his fan base evolved with him? The messages contradict one another. The music/lyrics are about peace and spirituality now. Not “B*tchez ain’t Sh*t”. Honestly, more people should be happy for him. More fans should applaud his music. Is this not the kind of music people say is lacking in today’s hip-hop? Is it hip-hop?

Honestly, I still don’t know what to feel about the whole situation. I am not a die hard Snoop fan, but I have a couple of albums. This Snoop Lion isn’t my cup of tea. Why? I just don’t think he is any good at Reggae. Whatever makes the man happy though… Salute Bruhda.

THE EVOLUTION THAT IS SNOOP DOGGY DOGG -> SNOOP LION:

Drive-By Bloggin’ “Bish Don’t Kill My Vibe”

Posted on March 20, 2013 by VegasWorldInc

Man, what the hell did J. Cole do to Jay-Z? You would never know that he was signed to his label (Roc Nation). Not only is he absent from J. Cole everything (i.e. Songs, Pics), now Hov does a remix with his man Kendrick Lamar? The cover of the single is a pic of Kobe and Jordan together. What?! If I was J. cole, no disrespect to Kendrick, but I’d need answers.

Jay-Z has barely endorsed J. Cole publicly. Ok, so Jay Cole was on Blueprint 3. That song was completely forgettable. I understand allowing your artist to make a name for themselves, but this feels like more. Jay did a entire album with Kanye. Kanye didn’t need it. Hov seems more than willing to share some lime light.

I understand that Jay-Z likes to gravitate to the “hot” side of the room but damn. Your little man is drowning under the pressure of his peers Drake & Kendrick. It doesn’t help his cause if you draw more attention their way. I’m not totally against the way Jay-Z has handled J. Cole. I felt he got in Memphis Bleek’s way on Roc-a-Fella.

Once again, this is a case where you have a dude who is just as talented as his peers but he needs that one hit. He obviously is unable to craft it himself. Those radio records wouldn’t chart if he was on some bullsh*t label like Mack Town Records.

Who knows? Maybe J. Cole’s sophomore album will tell a different tale. He better hurry up. Drake’s 3rd album is right around the corner.

Drive-By Bloggin’ “Harlem Shake-Down”

Posted on March 11, 2013 by VegasWorldInc

Oh how soon we forget the laws of the land until we are reminded of the iron fist that is REALITY. I have my opinions on the “latest trend” but that’s not what this post is about. It’s about how an underground producer’s song becomes a national craze and ushers in more than a million downloads….AND THE SAMPLES WERE NOT CLEARED. Oh boy.

Now, this is no fault of Baauer (the producer)…we’ll maybe a little bit. How would he have known that this song would become so big (It’s not really the song, but the videos…but they go hand in hand)? He used various samples from songs and people around the net hoping to get a couple of hits. This is not a uncommon practice in this day and age of producers. The internet is the biggest dig site for samples. You better believe that if you sample (on any level) and you want to sell that track….without clearing samples? Those moments of creative euphoria will eventually bite you in the a$$.

Not every song is a potential dance craze/video foolery hit, but the point is…YOU NEVER KNOW. I mean, that is why you create and then post to the net. Correct? It’s the hope that many people will get to hear it. Anyway, Reggaetón artist Hector “El Father” Delgado and Philadelphia MC Jayson Musson have been sampled in the creation of Harlem Shake and they want their cut. It is only right. Unfortunately for Baauer, this is a bittersweet lesson in fame and misfortune.

Here is a more detailed explanation of this story: The Verge

Drive-By Bloggin’ “Wha?”

Posted on February 19, 2013 by VegasWorldInc

Is it safe to say that this dude’s run is up? His main artist has been hotter than him for a while now. He hasn’t been the same since prison. That Emmitt Till line is unforgivable. Now this “beef” with the NBA. Who knows what the story is.

And…more importantly…Who the f@ck cares. Do music. That is your bread and butter. We can see that he has been void of attention lately, but this is not the kind you want. I wasn’t always the biggest fan of Lil Wayne but I did like a couple of records. The last album was meh, and all of this bad press is not a good look.

That Chris Bosh stuff is left field but “hoe-well”

Drive-By Bloggin’ “Grammy Redux”

Posted on February 12, 2013 by VegasWorldInc

I said I would watch this year…but I didn’t. I just, genuinely, don’t care anymore. The award show has improved over the years but I still feel that some magic is missing. It doesn’t feel like there is any suspense as it relates to the winners. The bigger the record (as it relates to sales), the greater the chances it will walk away with the honors. When a song like “Niggaz in Paris” wins over a song like “Daughters“….well.

Most of the candidates in the Hip-Hop categories deserved to be nominated. The winners were predictable though. I was particularly interested in who would win best album. I thought Drake’s album “Take Care” was good, but “Hip-Hop”?

This album contain less “rap” than his debut. I don’t like the fact that the Grammys proved me right. It’s either a sales win, a popularity win, or a sympathy win (for old heads). I was hoping Nas would get the “sympathy” vote for his excellent work but oh well. At the end of the day, it is less about who wins and more about the message these wins send.

*Shrugs* I watched The Walking Dead instead…

Drive-By Bloggin’ “OUTKAST”

Posted on January 16, 2013 by VegasWorldInc

I’m not exactly sure what is going on here but I don’t like it. People have been trying to make the lack of a Outkast album into a beef. Sure, friends fight all of the time. Business partners have disagreements. With Big Boi and Andre 3000, you can see they are doing there best to avoid any controversy.

I personally feel that this would be a perfect time for the ATL legends to drop an album but all signs say NO. Big Boi just released his second solo album to little to no fan fare, and Andre 3 stacks is making a Jimi Hendrix movie. Also, Andre has expressed his disinterest in making music in several interviews. Though he does peak his head out for a guest verse here and there.

Which brings me to his latest appearance(s). Andre used a verse on T.I.’s new album to address the lack of Outkast music. It was dope (first), and it also came across as sincere/remorseful for the lack of new Outkast material. Big Boi’s reaction was positive…but I still felt there was something more. Well Big Boi decided, with the consent of T.I. and Andre 3000, to add his own verse to the song. A remix basically…but not an Outkast remix says Andre. What?

In his words:

“It’s important for me to be clear about the origins of my contributions to ‘Pink Matter’ and ‘Sorry.’

I was approached as a solo artist by both Frank Ocean & Tip. I discussed musical direction with each artist and completed my verses. It was after that when Big Boi’s name came up.

I never want to mislead our audience – I worried that some would think these were Outkast collaborations. These songs are not Outkast collaborations. I discussed this rationale with Big, Frank and T.I. and everyone agreed. That is why I was surprised to read about these remixes.

I understand that anyone can put out an unofficial remix to any song but I have an obligation to be honest with fans about what this is … and what it isn’t.“

I truly understand the concern for the fans but toss them a bone. We know it wouldn’t mean that an Outkast album was on the way. It was a good idea for Big Boi to add a verse. Hey, maybe it would help his sales. I sure he did for the Kast fans. I don’t know about you guys but this is starting to get uncomfortable…

S/O SPIN.COM

“Sink” Friday

Posted on December 1, 2012 by VegasWorldInc

Let me see… “The writing’s on the wall”, “The jig is up”, “The end is nigh”. No matter how you look at it, a fad gets old. People will not invest a lifetime in “moment” music. Some music is just cool for what we are in to at the time. I like to call it Fast Food rap. We all love fast food, but it ain’t got shit on a home cooked meal. Nicki Minaj is Fast Food.

Any time you have to re-release an album with bonuses because it didn’t live up to expectations? That sh*t flopped. It’s quite common in the music game. But when you release it on Black Friday and it does worst than ever?! You either have to switch your focus or GTFOH. I think Nicki could be a viable artist if she backed off the “Crazy, Stupid, Barbie, Butt implant, Tri-Sexual, Lady NahGa, Zombie moan rapping shit.”

She has the voice and the delivery, and with proper ghost writers…she can be hotter than ever. That’s just me. Here is what makes this post real juicy though. I had the pleasure of listening to Hot 97 when the Program Director (Ebro) went in on her latest album sales. 3600 units moved total. Dayum!His reason for why her album sold jack shit on the biggest shopping day in the US…Peter Rosenberg.

I don’t know about that but Rosenberg has made valid comments about her brand of Hip-Pop. Granted, this is coming from a station that plays a ton of bullsh*t that doesn’t belong to Nicki Minaj. Whatever. Well, Nicki caught wind of their words and now…this:

Drive-By Bloggin’ 9-13-2012 “DarkMan Edition”

Posted on September 14, 2012 by VegasWorldInc

Dmx is officially more entertaining talking than rapping. Sorry. His prime was in those 1st four albums. Between the drug habit, jail time, weak album sales, and a appearance on the reality series “Couples Therapy” ( Which was actually good)…. “Darkman X” has essentially auditioned for the next season of “Unsung”.

I will say this, the man has a future in reality tv. His honesty is unrivaled. You can see the genuine squirm in his body language when he is asked a question that would require a “P.C.” answer. He is already on record for saying the following:

Rick Ross “All he talk about is eating”

Drake “Catch a n*gga in the elevator and beat his a$$”

Nicki Minaj music “No f**king way I’m listening to this b*tch ever again!”

In a recent interview, DMX said that Drake’s style is…annoying. AMEN. No, I am not a Drake hater. I actually look forward to his albums. The reason why I agree with X is because….well…he’s right. See, every now and again I have to take a “Drake Break”. Him and Rhiannna’s saturation is at an all-time high. Radio, Internet, everywhere.

The problem with Drake is that moaning sh*t. You know what I’m talking about. When the dude rhymes, he can go into full on Zombie mode:

Drake “She on the phoooooooonnnnnneeee.” “Leave me aloooooonnnneeee.” “BRAAAAAAIIIIINNNNZZZZZ.”

I don’t see it as hating on X’s part. He’s just telling the truth. He isn’t looking to kiss Drake’s a$$ in hopes of a feature. He just can’t rock with his style. Straight, and to the point. Thank you DMX.

“I hit you in the head, you won’t feel sh*t! Grrrrrr” – DMX

“That’s Your Mans…”

Posted on February 24, 2012 by VegasWorldInc

I was thoroughly entertained by this interview. Don’t be surprised if he barks on your favorite rappers… Listen…

“Take Your Pass and Be Happy”

Posted on November 12, 2010 by VegasWorldInc

Why would Rick Ross get mad because he lost an Soul Train award to Eminem? First of all, I didn’t know Soul Train was still on air. Second, what makes Ross think that because he had a big single with “B.M.F.”, that he should automatically win? Is he trying to pull the race card? Is he supposed to win because it’s “Soul” Train and he’s black?

Let’s be clear. This is heresay, but we know how celebs like to slip…Exhibit A…Chrisette Michele:

“Who stands off at an award show because they don’t win?” she wrote. “An award is winning at being as ‘stuck in a category’ as possible. Congratulations to all the trophy holders who won at being the most like every one else…I could have sworn hip hop was on the come up. But apparently rapping is about venting, bashing, chauvinistic pigging, and EGO. Not cool. Don’t LET me start rapping.”

Better yet…

Sounds real to me. Let’s be very clear… you lied (for whatever reason) about being a C.O., you exist because of a dope production team, and you survived a thoro smashing from G-Unit. DON’T GET CARRIED AWAY.

I really hope he doesn’t feel he can diss Eminem. Here’s what Eminem did to poor little Nick Cannon:

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