Day 354: James Franco & Seth Rogan with their version of "Bound" (Music Video)

If you've seen Kanye's recent music video "Bound 2" he released on the Ellen show then take a second to watch this version created by the oh-so-funny James Franco & Seth Rogen.
HIL-AR-IOUS!

Watch the side-by-side comparison of Kanye's video vs James Franco/Seth Rogen's version after the jump.

Day 297: Kanye West - White Dress (Cool Visuals)

"Let's make a move from these herds, go somewhere in private;
I'm talking just me and you and the plane and the pilot."
-Kanye West

Day 284: Made in America Festival Day 1 - Jay-Z, G.O.O.D. Music, MMG (Videos)

- Jay-Z

For those who were too busy partying this Labor Day weekend and forgot about the Made in America Festival in Philly, well I got a hold some videos of the top performances from Day 1: Jay-Z, G.O.O.D. Music, and Maybach Music Group (MMG).

Might as well watch these videos since I know everybody's hungover today. Sit back, relax, recover, & enjoy.

G.O.O.D. Music & MMG sets after the jump...

Day 237: Jay-Z live at "Watch The Throne Tour" in Staples Center LA (Events)

12-12-11: I got a chance to go see Jay-Z and Kanye West while they were in LA last Monday on their Watch The Throne Tour. Above is a video I took of one of my favorite Jay-Z tracks from a while back called "Dirt Off Your Shoulders"

This was probably one of the dopest concerts I've been to so far: great transitions from song to song, awesome stage & lighting/special effects, and they did all their top hits from past to current (solo & together).

The sh*t did get cray at the end of the show as (that day) they set the record of doing that song ("N*ggas in Paris") 9 times in a row. I laughed for a bit that they actually did it but I went with it anyways. Song is mad catchy and easily energizes the crowd.

Here are a few good pics I took:





How can you not be amazed when you see these two together in the same building? #EPIC

Day 208: Marvin Gaye & Chardonnay - Big Sean x Kanye x Roscoe Dash (Music Video)

Big Sean - Marvin & Chardonnay ft. Roscoe Dash and Kanye West

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Here's a track from Big Sean's recent album called Finally Famous featuring Kanye West and Roscoe Dash.

It seems like every song Roscoe Dash is on it always has a party beat, but I gotta give him some props  for making good party music because his choruses are mad catchy. Not really one of my type of songs though as I'm more of a "I Do It" type.

Saw it here first: Hypetrak

Day 186: Making of "Watch The Throne" ft. Jay-Z x Kanye West (Documentary)

I just got super inspired after watching this short documentary of Jay-Z & Kanye West in the making of their new duo album called Watch The Throne. I wish I could just get into their heads to get a glimpse of their creativity when they make music. With them teaming up together again, I'm having high hopes for this new album they are coming out with. #HipHopAtItsFinest

Watch The Throne set to be released Aug 2; mark your calendars.

Saw it here first: 2dopeboyz

Day 112: Another favorite Kanye track - All of the Lights (Music Video)

Kanye West - All of the Lights featuring Rihanna & Kid Cudi

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I've been bumpin Kanye West's recent album non-stop ever since it came out, and I don't think I'll ever get sick of it. Here's another one of my favorite tracks from his album, My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy. Enjoy the music video!

FYI, If you're going to be watching the NBA All-Star game today, I'm pretty sure he's going to perform this song live with Rihanna. Check it out if you can.

Saw it here first: Nahright.com

Day 83: Merry Christmas beats (Audio)

- Picture courtesy of Nike: MVP Puppets

In light of the holidays, I just wanted to share with everybody some recent hip-hop Christmas songs I found. This song below has a very wholesome beat. Check it out:

Kanye West - Christmas in Harlem ft. Cam'ron, Jim Jones, Vado, CyHi Da Prynce, Pusha T, Musiq, Teyana Taylor, & Big Sean

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1982 - Christmas in Boston ft. Kali, Reks, JFK, & Teyana Taylor [*another version for you Boston residents]

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Here's another Christmas rap I thought I'd share in the spirit of the holidays. Brought to you by the MVP Puppets (this is old so I'm sure everybody has seen this before):


- One twoo, one twoooo...

That reminds me.. the Miami Heat vs LA Lakers game is on today! It's going to be very interesting to see all the matchups. Let's see if the Lakers can hold up the Heat on their homecourt. If I'm going to root for a team, I'm rooting for Miami.. GO HEAT!!

Hope everybody is having a Merry Christmas!

Day 51: Need something to listen to? Get your headphones ready! (Audio)

I haven't posted any music in a while, so here's a list of recent songs that I've been bumpin to lately:

J. Cole - I'm On It

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- BANGER!

Lloyd Banks - Start It Up ft. Kanye West, Swizz Beatz, Ryan Leslie, & Fabolous

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- BANGER x2!

Kanye West - All Of The Lights ft. Rihanna [FULL VERSION]

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- Real catchy chorus

Lupe Fiasco - Show Goes On

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- Very mainstream and lovin the happy beat

Jamie Foxx - Living Better Now ft. Rick Ross

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- Cool beat and overall sounds nice

Wiz Khalifa - Not Ready ft. French Montana

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- Diggin Wiz Khalifa & starting to recognize French Montana so I had to add it here

Enjoy it while you can!

** 5/18/11 Update: Been forced to remove all the audio links, sorry!

Day 45: Let Kanye "Runaway" with your mind (Video)

- My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy album cover (Banned album cover story here)

As you may have heard, Kanye West has recently released his short film called "Runaway," which I believe is to help promote his upcoming album called My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy scheduled to be released on November 22nd.

Those with an open mind will understand what Kanye is trying to convey, or else you will be like "wtf is this?" This short film doesn't have much dialog, but rather it uses a lot of cool imagery incorporated with some awesome music throughout the entire film by none other than Kanye West himself. I liked how he moved the film with just his music & lyrics, but some parts I just didn't know what to make of it.

Just watch it and I'll let you be the critic:

Runaway - A short film by Kanye West


Saw it here first: Proper Since 1985

Day 41: Can't Erase KiD CuDi! (Music Video)

KiD CuDi has definitely been growing on me ever since the hit song "Day N Nite" (classic!), and I see him becoming one of those multi-talented artists who makes really awesome music (whether it's to party or chill to) and has some acting skills as he's on the HBO show "How to make it in America." While he's very well known in the hip-hop/mainstream music world and now getting his feet wet in the hollywood scene, things are only just beginning for KiD CuDi as he hasn't even reached his peak yet.

Anyways, here's the official music video of the lead single called "Erase Me" featuring Kanye West, which is off KiD CuDi's upcoming album, Man On The Moon II: The Legend Of Mr. Rager, set to be released on November 9th. This song uses natural instruments such as guitars & drums, which has a contemporary rock vibe to it. Even though I'm a hip-hop fanatic, I can still dig this. Cmon it's KiD CuDi & Kanyeeezy!

Kid CuDi - Erase Me featuring Kanye West

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Look, McLovin's in there too! ;)

Day 32: Kanye West looking Epic with "Power" (Live on SNL)

- Kanye West performing "Power" on SNL (10/02)

I usually don't pay much attention to live performance on Saturday Night Live, but when Kanye West is in the building you know something epic is about to happen. With Kanye being so high & mighty with "Power," of course he has to make everything set up perfectly to the T, and create even a small performance like this look & sound spectacular.

I must say I'm impressed with this performance from beginning to end, but seriously he needs to get over himself. He thinks he's a greek god while he looks down at the peons cheering for him. smh...

Love to Hate him.

Day 19: Song of the Day - Another New Kanye Track (Audio)

Wdup ladies & gents. I discovered another new *banger* by no other than Kanye West. So far he's been leaking at least one dope track every week, so let's hope this trend continues. If this is how he wants to hype up his new album coming out this November then he's doing a real good job with these leaks. I WANT MORE!

Kanye West - Lord Lord Lord featuring Mos Def, Swizz Beatz, Raekwon, & Charlie Wilson

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Listen to it while it's *HOT*!

Heard it here first: http://www.2dopeboyz.com/

Day 17: Wish I coulda been in NY to see Jay-Z & Eminem (Videos)

9/13-9/14 (2010): This date marked the first-ever concert @ the new Yankee Stadium, but sadly the end of the "Home & Home" tour featuring Jay-Z & Eminem. After reading a lot of reviews about the show, it sounded like it was EPIC! Not only were they rockin it in the Bronx (considered the birthplace of rap to some), but there were also guest appearances from Young Jeezy, Kanye West, Beyoncé, Drake, Nicki Minaj, Dr. Dre, 50 Cent, D12, B.o.B., and some others. I don't think we'll ever see another concert with all those top artists in the same building ever again, so I envy all of you who got to experience that memorable concert.


For those of us who didn't get to see it live, I found some videos from the show:


Jay-Z performs "Renegade" with Eminem and "Light Up" with Drake

Eminem performs with Dr. Dre, 50 Cent, and B.o.B.


Jay-Z brings out Kanye West & Nicki Minaj for "Power" Remix and "Monster"



EPIC...

Day 15: Let's Have A Toast For The Douchebags (Audio)

This is actually not for the douchebags, the a**holes, the scumbags, or the jerkoffs, so please gtfo nicely. =)

But for the rest of yall who enjoyed Kanye West's VMA performance of the song "Runaway" featuring Pusha T, here's the CD-Quality version for your listening pleasure:

Kanye West - Runaway featuring Pusha T

- http://www.mediafire.com/?45c31nlz0zatpdl


Props to: Flex & 2dopeboyz

Day 14: Sunday highlights - Football, MTV VMAs, Entourage Season Finale

Yesterday was full of exciting events and I want to recap all the fun in case you missed it:

Football - Week 1
Yesterday was the official start of week 1 (not counting the Thursday night game) as there was a lot of ups and downs in the NFL. The one downfall that crushed me was the SF 49ers losing horribly to the Seattle Seahawks. The SF offense missed some easy opportunities for TDs and the defense just fell apart in the 2nd half of the game. No worries though as I'm confident they will bounce back (this was a fluke, trust me). You don't want to mess with Patrick Willis:


- K-Swiss commercial featuring Kenny Powers & Patrick Willis

2010 MTV Video Music Awards
Overall, this was a very well set up award show. The stage design was awesome as it had a futuristic look with graphics on the floors, walls, and all over the background. I also thought they did a good job "going outside the box" (literally) by having a few performances outside the main award show and in different part of Los Angeles. In case you missed it, I have videos of some of the performances:

Usher


Drake ft. Mary J Blige & Swizz Beatz


Kanye West  ft. Pusha T



Entourage - Season Finale
I don't want to spoil this, but let's say everything gets twisted & crazy in this season finale. Eminem has a cameo at the end and gets in it at the end with Vince. Check out the whole episode here:



If you don't have time for that then check out the Eminem scene here:

Day 13.5: Kanye West - G.O.O.D. Friday (Audio) & More **NEW**

Just heard this new Kanye West song called "Good Friday" featuring Common, Pusha T, Kid CuDi, Big Sean, and Charlie Wilson. It's got a happy piano beat, so I'm sure everyone can vibe to this song. Check it out:

Kanye West - Good Friday ft. Common, Pusha T, Kid CuDi, Big Sean, and Charlie Wilson

- http://www.mediafire.com/?q6tbcynxbbsqd49

I also got some more recent Kanye tracks worth listening to in case you haven't heard them yet:

Kanye West - Monster ft. Jay-Z, Rick Ross, Bon Iver, and Nicki Minaj

- http://www.mediafire.com/?1566yi94ii1in2x

Kanye West - Devil In A New Dress

- http://www.mediafire.com/?1e49y2snrw728cg


I have a feeling his new album coming out this November is going to be dope. Stay tuned for that!