It’s been a while since Jim Jones and Maino collaborated on anything, but they just did it with The Lobby Boyz, a 15-song effort with features from Dave East, Benny The Butcher, Bleu, Fivio Foreign, Fabolous, Young M.A, Capella Grey, and others. A new video from the album for “No Love” was released yesterday, which shows the duo maintaining a sense of self-preservation and keeping it real about street life:
The clip for “No Love” was directed by Tana and Will C., and it takes the viewer outside, namely, in an apartment lobby, hence the name of the group, and it takes place at a road intersection. As all of this is taking place, Philly’s own Meek Mill is seen riding around on a dirt bike.
As Maino stated in a recent interview with “The Breakfast Club,” he and Jim developed the concept of The Lobby Boyz together:
“After getting to know each other, I would pull up to [Jim] , whose studio was downtown, and we once recorded together at the time when Puff and Ross called themselves The Bugatti Boyz. When we finished recording, he said, “A shoutout to the Bugatti Boys, as well as me and Maino, we The Lobby Boyz.”
DMX could move from spiritual anguish one minute to a narrative about the sins of the streets the next, yet keep it all part of the same complex character, sort of like a hip-hop Johnny Cash. Fans, celebrities, family and the music world are mourning the death of rap legend DMX, who died Friday at age 50. We know the legacy and the highlights, lets talk about what sets artist apart in the game. The voice for the children that were betrayed and still fought to survive. When you not only change the rules and look of the game but do so being yourself flaws in all, you are forever inscribed in the history book of Hip-hop Pioneers.
When it came to fashion, vocal delivery, love for people and God Dmx is one of a kind and will never be duplicated. Dmx had a heavy Philadelphia influence with a big splash of the usual New York flair which made him appealing world wide. DMX until this statement is proven wrong has to be the first individual to wear Timberlands in New York during the Lugz era and that’s a check that should have been signed. On top of being one of Def Jams top artist when it came to sells, he created a movement through bike life, movies and motivational speaking. A lot of people make music but how many can be great at it and still excel in other dealings?
When it came to fashion, vocal delivery, love for people and God Dmx is one of a kind and will never be duplicated. Dmx had a heavy Philadelphia influence with a big splash of the usual New York flair which made him appealing world wide. DMX until this statement is proven wrong has to be the first individual to wear Timberlands in New York during the Lugz era and that’s a check that should have been signed. On top of being one of Def Jams top artist when it came to sells, he created a movement through bike life, movies and motivational speaking. A lot of people make music but how many can be great at it and still excel in other dealings?
Big dog link chains, iced out collars on pitbulls, 4 wheelers, bringing back the overalls with no shirt look, growling and barking on the record, or just screaming “ayyooo” in general next to Jay-z, Biggie and Pack, DMX is one of the most imitated artist to touch a mic. “Belly” one of the most notable movies in the black community standing next to other greats like “Paid in Full” “Friday” and “Boyz n The Hood” will always be a fan favorite.
DMX emerged as an unmissable force in music at the turn of the millennium, remaining an influential figure in hip-hop for the last two decades. He’s best known for hits including “Party Up (Up in Here),” “X Gon Give It To Ya,” and “Ruff Ryders’ Anthem.” Despite addiction plaguing him throughout his career, DMX continued to be a force in the hip-hop genre, with six albums landing in the Billboard 200 top 10—five of which were number one. But ahead of all of that X was a great father and that showed in many ways through out his life, being a father is the key to a greater future for our children.
Thank you DMX and all hands that assisted on putting you in front of the masses to teach, learn and be heard.
A three-year probationary term is also imposed on Lee Mouat.
It has been announced that Lee James Mouat was sentenced to prison for attacking a Black teen. Earlier this week (July 8), a U.S. According to a District Court judge, the white 43-year-old defendant will serve five years in prison and three years of probation.
Last June, Lee Mouat observed Devin Freelon and some friends at Sterling State Park in Detroit playing loud music and confronted them about the volume. Racial slurs were thrown, for example, “Black lives don’t matter” and “Ni**ers don’t belong on this beach,” then he left the premises, later returning with a bike lock to attack Freelon.
In the course of the attack, he knocked out three of the teenager’s teeth before hitting one of his friends. The young man also suffered a broken jaw and injuries to his face and mouth in addition to his missing teeth. Several dental procedures were carried out in the local hospital following his treatment of cuts.
The difficulty of seeing your son every day without teeth, especially when he is only 19 years old, Devin Freelon Sr. previously told NBC affiliate WDIV-TV. It’s something that no one should experience.
Lee Mouat admitted to being motivated by race when he committed an act of bodily harm against a victim in March and pleaded guilty to willful causing bodily injury. According to the plea deal terms, the 43-year-old was initially facing up to ten years in prison and a fine of up to $250,000. As a result of his sentencing announcement, he learned that he would serve half of his time in prison.
Deputy U.S. Attorney Saima Mohsin called Lee Mouat’s behavior “disturbing” for his cowardly and unprovoked attack on the victim. The right of every citizen to live without fear of violence or attack based solely upon his or her skin color must be taken seriously.”
This article was penned by Jonathan P. Wright. Jonathan is a freelance writer for multiple mainstream publications and CVO of RADIOPUSHERS. You can read more of his work by clicking here.
Almost eight years following the news of tragic death of Trayvon Martin, he will be honored in his native city. A resolution to name one part of Northeast 16th Avenue with his name, was approved by Miami Dade-County commissioners.
“He’s a Black guy walking around,” the woman said, while blocking Jordan Gipson from entering her building. A viral video shows a white Los Angeles lady hindering a Black Postmates driver from conveying food in her building. The man — named Jordan Gipson — shared the experience on Instagram.
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