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POPEYE'S RUNS OUT OF CHICKEN, CUSTOMERS GET UPSET & REPORTERS EXERCISE POOR JOURNALISM

I know I haven't blogged in a bit because I've been on my writing grind, but I just received this in my inbox, and I HAD to bring this to your attention.

I'm not sure if this occurred all across the country, but last week Wednesday, customers flooded popular fast-food chicken franchise Popeye's in order to take advantage of their "8 for $4.99" campaign. (Yeah, I thought it too... what, no watermelon smoothie on the side?)

Watch this video to see how reporters in Rochester, New York covered the event. Notice anything wrong?

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Yes, if you can't sense the covert-yet-obvious-as-daylight racism in this news package, then you're out of your mind. Now, I'm not mad at Popeye's or the consumers. We are in Recessive times, and families SHOULD take advantage of any opportunity to feed their kids. Kudos to Popeye's for providing that. However, I do have a problem with the reporting. First of all, reporters CHOOSE the soundbytes to include in their stories. Do you think it was really appropriate for the reporter to depict Black people as if we're going to ABSOLUTLY DIE IF WE DON'T GET THAT BUCKET OF CHICKEN?! (Come on now, it's not that serious). Secondly, only Black people eat Popeye's? I work in downtown Manhattan, and whenever I do stop in a Popeye's, the crowd is always racially mixed. I'm pretty sure if the cameraman and reporter had dipped harder in that drive through line, they would've found some irate, rosy or olive-hued faces in their cards demanding chicken as well. Or maybe they DID find them, and chose not to include them in the clip? Hmmm...

Think about it, and get back to me with your comments. -- Crys Breezy

Final Outlaw: Unstoppable Love Mixtape Announcement

Does the name Final Outlaw ring a bell? If so, that is probably because he was featured on our second episode of Rockin' In Da Park. Let's find out what he's been up to, since we last heard from him. Check out Final Outlaw as he makes his video blogging debut.

Well this was interesting. Prior to writing here, I was not a big mixtape fan. But have since come to appreciate them. I liked the preview, so I am hoping to hear the mixtape when it drops this Summer. Maybe, if you all are so lucky, I will get write a review even, lol. Also, I think the making it on MTV Europe thing was a good stroke of luck. It has to feel nice, to work hard for something and see it going places. And last but not least, make sure ya'll go support Final Outlaw and cop something off of iTunes. "Hip Hop 4ever," the song and video are available for FREE download right now, so what are you waiting for? - MinM

News: Snoop Headed To Wonderland

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Snoop Dogg has decided to go on a nationwide tour starting next month. According to reports, he will be performing songs from his upcoming album, Malice In Wonderland.

News: Flesh-N-Bone Update

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After a recent appearance in court, rapper Flesh-N-Bone will remain behind bars in downtown Los Angeles. Flesh's attorney gave the court info that is pushing things into next week. The new info requires further investigation into the situation.

Ice T Talks Saving Hip-Hop On Jimmy Fallon

Ice T was on Jimmy Fallon and had some pretty interesting things to say. Check him out as he talks about: saving hip-hop, paying taxes, and who he has to keep off his wifey these days.

Ice T is such a character, lol. My mommy is in love with him, so I grew up watching his movies and all that good stuff. I think this segment was funny, Jimmy Fallon is a fool, lol. I am interested to see what Ice has to offer by way of his record label though. If I have any free time tonight, I'm going to go check his page on YouTube. I was not big on his music, but he seems to have a pretty good concept of what real hip-hop is. And I hope he is not the next victim of the tax curse. If you have the money, pay your damn taxes folks! Really, this is just getting ridiculous. -MinM

Drake F/ Busta Rhymes - "Best I Ever Had" Remix

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"Best I Ever Had" Remix

So I have been a fan of Drake's acting for a while now. But my bff hipped me to the fact that he raps, as she is a fan of Lil Wayne's Young Money crew. I was skeptical at first, but am now glad I checked him out. The boy has some real talent and a unique style. The production for this cut is just like the original. The hook also remains the same. The verses were alright. Busta Rhymes kicks things off and I feel he could have came alot harder. His lyrics were just typical and the sing song thing does not work for him. He sounds way off key. Busta just seemed way out of his element on this one. Drake picks up the second verse and it's the same as on the original. He does a solid job but it's not his best work. Again more typical lyrics and when a remix is done, I think it's best if artists change up the verses. Makes the track more interesting to listen to. Instead of feeling all been there and done that. Overall, this cut was alright. I'd suggest skipping this one and just banging the original. And if you want more Drake, check his mixtape, So Far Gone. It's fire, I promise! -MinM

News: Scott Storch Plays Real Life Grand Theft Auto?

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Super producer Scott Storch has been accused of grand theft auto. Apparently, he leased a vehicle and never returned it. The vehicle in question is a Bentley.

News: C-Murder To Begin Anti-Violence Work For Louisiana

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Since I spent alot of time putting light on C-Murder when he was doing wrong, I felt he deserved a positive story. The rapper has announced plans to decrease violence in his home area of Louisiana. He is teaming up with a local minister and wants to focus on the children and the community. The duo's plans include: anti-violence rallies, improved recreation programs, and internships for the youth. While this is a great idea, the duo is taking heat. C-Murder is back on house arrest awaiting his murder retrial. And the minister he is working with has a criminal past as well. So reports say that the people of Louisiana are having a hard time taking their efforts seriously. I will keep an eye on this and update with anything interesting.

I think this is an honorable idea but I do understand the people's concerns. C-Murder doesn't have the best reputation and it's always a bad look when a minister falls from grace. But everybody deserves the benefit of the doubt every once in a while. And from what I have heard, Louisiana could definitely use some efforts like this. Oh well, guess we will just have to wait and see what happens. Best of luck to him with this project and his retrial. -MinM

Nina B - "Letter To Left Eye"

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"Letter To Left Eye"

Letters to fallen rap greats seems to be a new trend in the game. It's cool to see one being done for a female rapper though. The production here samples the original beat from "Letter To B.I.G." by Jadakiss. However, it switches up in the middle with a sample of "Waterfalls" by TLC. A slick move I think, made things interesting. Lyrically, Nina B did a solid job. Everything flowed nicely and you really got a good feel of her love for Left Eye and why she admired her enough to do this song. What I really like is how she took popular TLC song titles and dispersed them throughout the track. That was a pretty clever idea. Also, she hit on alot of different details that were tied to TLC, that added to her credibility as a true fan. Overall, I'd say that Nina did a respectable job on this track and ya'll should check it out. R.I.P. to Lisa "Left Eye" Lopes! -MinM

$hamrock - "It's A Wrap"

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Remember $hamrock from the White Rapper Show on VH1? Well he has been making some serious moves since then, this track being his current hit. The production on this track is hella sick. The bass combined with the various sound effects, give it a very strong southern and street feel. Definitely can see it being bumped in hood speakers everywhere, lol. The hook is simple as far as lyrics go but it's delivered well, so everything balances out to make it work. As far as the verses go, $ham does his thing. His unique and distinct delivery, combined with tight lyrics and clever wordplay, make for some fire content. "Just remember any song I'm on, I go the hardest. It's not a good idea for me to be a feature artist. You go write a 16 and when I give it back; they gone be like damn $ham killed him on his own track." That's pretty slick right, lines like that are what sold me on the cut. Overall, I think you should definitely take the time to give this song a listen. If his music stays on this level, $ham's got a long and bright future in this hip-hop game. -MinM