Today, ease back into that end of summer mood with the cool sounds of Ledisi and her latest release Lost and Found. This Friday in NYC, join her and celebrate the release at the Highline Ballroom. For more dates, videos, and music go to myspace.com/ledisi.
The Chris Robinson directed video for Common’s “Drivin’ Me Wild” feat. Lily Allen has hit the Web thanks to OnSmash. AWESOME. Word to Jeremy Piven.
Last week Okayplayer had the distinct pleasure of a private listening to the new Little Brother album Get Back. Dropping September 25, this album reminds us once again that Hip Hop is very much alive, when approached properly. Check the tracks and wait with patience ‘cuz they are holding on extra tight to this one.
LB’s own Phonte has made a post putting us on to RJD2 feat. Percy Miracles and Yahzarah ‘Rollerskating Jam’, a dope joint from 2004. Peep it hen head on over to YouTube to check out RJ’s DOPE video for ‘Work It Out.’
This past Sunday in NYC was the 10th Annual Black August where Mos Def, Talib Kweli, dead prez and Common set the Nokia Theater ablaze. Black August is identified with raising awareness regarding individuals who they feel have been unjustly convicted of crimes. On Sunday, Mos let his feelings known about convicted terrorist Jose Padilla.
NEW YORKERS, Sierra Leone needs you. Come see DRY YAI and meet the Sierra Leonian super stars whose 1st international single debuted in the movie Blood Diamond. Join us for a very special benefit concert: learn about Dry Yai’s incredible journey, fleeing a war-torn nation, and returning with a strong commitment to helping rebuild and re-vitalize their home and their community. All this tomorrow at Joe’s Pub, with DJ SPOOKY and DJ REBORN.