HOT 97 SUMMER JAM 2008 RECAP

by Anita S. Nixon

What better place to hold the championship of all concerts but Giants Stadium, the home of the winners of the 2008 Super Bowl. Musical all stars like Kanye West and Alicia Keys all touched down on the HOT 97 Summer Jam stage this year. The weather was perfect this year, with sunny and clear skies with temperatures reaching the lower 80s. Hundreds of concert goers arrived early to enjoy the HOT 97 Summer Jam Tail Gate party which featured performances by today's rising stars as well as several vendor booths giving away cool prizes. Celebrities, artists and athletes kicked with concert goers in the Platinum Players Lounge and VIP Parties, while Hip Hop's MVPs prepared for the big show.




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Presented by Boost Mobile!Ray J & Yung Berg were first up to perform. Both rapper and R&B singer had successful hits this year including Berg's "Sexy Lady" and Ray J's "Sexy Can I". Ray J also serenaded the ladies on the piano with his ballad, "One Wish". Songwriter turned singer, The Dream has emerged from behind the scenes and into the limelight with hit singles, "Shawty is the Shhh" and "Falsetto". Responsible for Rihanna's, "Umbrella" and J Holiday's, "Bed", The Dream captivated his audience with his quirky lyrics and the creative choreography of his dancers.

Summer Jam is not only known for its heavy hitter lineup, but the surprise guests as well. Alicia Keys followed The Dream, representing for her hometown of New York City. After performing hits like "Teenage Love Affair", Alicia brought out newcomer Maino, who's single, "Hi Haters", is blowing up the HOT 97 airwaves. HOT 97's Miss Info had been hinting on air that Alicia would also bring out classic rappers like she did during her first Summer Jam appearance back in 2004. She did not disappoint bringing out the Wu-tang Clan's Raekwon, Method Man and Ghostface Killah. The three of course performed classic Wu tracks like "CREAM", and "Ice Cream". Speaking of 90s classics, Sheek Louch and Styles P of D-Block hit the stage next performing songs from their Lox days and their newer hits as well. Jadakiss, Fabolous, Fat Joe, N.O.R.E. and Red Café all joined D-Block for hot joint, "Paper Touching". Swizz Beatz joined Styles P for his single "Blow Ya Mind" and surprise guest LL Cool J briefly graced the stage performing, "Head Sprung".


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May 27, 2008
by 2008co2008

ANOTHER ONE OF BUSTA RHYME’S BODYGUARD SHOT DEAD?

ANOTHER ONE OF BUSTA RHYME’S BODYGUARD SHOT DEAD?

Busta Rhymes’ bodyguard was shot multiple times and found dead in the back of his pickup truck on yesterday. Jermaine Williams, 35, of the Bronx, was found dead in Ozone Park, Queens. Police discovered blood dripping from the backseat of William’s SUV and later found his...continue @ allthaclubz.com

XZIBIT LOSES NEWBORN SON

Rapper Xzibit announced on his myspace this week that his newborn son died early Monday morning:

AS you all know, I shared with you the announcment of my newborn son Xavier Kingston Joiner on may 15th and also informed you that he was born prematurly. well this week was extremly difficult for him because his lungs were not strong enough to handle regular oxygen on his own. Xavier passed away this morning at 3:30am and I must tell you this, It is unatural for a parent to bury a child. I am telling you this because of the same reason I tell you when im having great times, life is too short to be fake. Hold on to your kids if you have them, protect them and show them you love them everyday you wake up and see them, dont take a second you get to hug them teach them and care for them for granted. HIS MYSPACE

K SALAAM& BEATNICK WHO'S WORLD IS THIS

G-UNIT RIDER PART 2

KANYE WEST FEAT. DWELLE NEW FLASHING LIGHTS 2 VIDEO

JAY-Z LIVE NATION INTERVIEW

TERRANCE DEAN AUTHOR OF "HIDING IN HIP-HOP DESCRIBES WHO THE DOWN LOW MEN ARE IN HIP-HOP ???

Can you guess who these industry men are? Leave your comments
“Malcolm” A record mogul who has diversified his success in music, business, clothing, and politics and who always has a stunning woman on his arm, had his boy toy in VIP with him (at an industry party)

“Gus”
An R&B singer/songwriter who had written major hits for artists including En Vogue, SWV and Changing Faces. His clear skin, dark eyes, bushy eyebrows and short wavy hair….he was just too pretty. He eventually became a “gangster styled” artist.

“Craig”
Top rapper who was a part of a successful rap group that changed the dynamics of hip-hop with their philosophical rhymes over hard-core beats. Craig garnered attention because of his rugged good looks that made him a standout in the group.

“Drake”
He was a member of one of the most popular R&B groups. They had several number one Billboard hits, and the young girls loved him because the adorable, sexy front singer, Drake had a flamboyant stage presence. He was very eccentric in his style, defying more conventional looks in his appearance. Drake didn’t hold back when he performed either…showing his muscular frame. [He] branched out on his own as a solo artist and had a huge hit single which led to a few acing roles in major motion pictures.

“Eli”
A popular multiplatinum rapper who started his own label. Eli was a forced to be reckoned with. He flew out the gate with his debut album and would become a mainstay in the ever-changing Hip Hop industry. He has been hailed as one of the greatest rappers to bless the mic.

“Quinn”
He had a velvet melodic voice and broke out with a sensual single in the late 90’s. His self-titled debut album produced two top Billboard hits.

“Galvin”
Once a part of a legendary R&B group who had experienced a brief stint as a successful solo artist, was allegedly linked romantically to an A-list male actor.

PLEASE LEAVE YOUR COMMENT IF YOU KNOW WHO THESE PEOPLE ARE

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RIHANNA LIVE IN MONTREAL MAY20TH

RIHANNA SINGING UMBRELLA LIVE THE OTHER NIGHT IN MONTREAL CANADA SHE IS CURRENTLY ON TOUR WITH KANYE WEST ON THE GLOW IN THE DARK TOUR