Catalog Catch Up: Jim Jones, Beanie Sigel & Joe Budden – “Where I’m From” (by J. Tinsley)

Six years ago, Jim Jones was second in command under the Dipset regime. Beanie Sigel was witnessing the death of a dynasty. Joe Budden had just about had it with the industry and its bullshit. And Big Mike was guaranteed to give you a hand full of exclusives on any mixtape he co-signed. That was Hip-Hop in 2004. That very same year, all four names crossed paths. Jones, Beans and Budden handling the raps. Big Mike with the mixtape.

Seeing as how all three men would eventually have choice words towards Jay-Z, it’s ironic they chose the “Where I’m From” instrumental.

The Rosenthal Boys & Its The Real “Reminisce Over Ye”

I was starting to wonder if I was the only one who had noticed that The Rosenthal Boys have been M.I.A. for an extended period of time. Apparently, they also had the same thought since they decided to break their 3 month hiatus. Where have they been? Good question, and unfortunately they didn’t answer that in this 3:30 spot dedicated to the disappearance (ironically enough) of one Mr. West. Nonetheless, their Hip Hop sketch comedy is just as funny as before.

Final Hours of Freedom

It is public knowledge that Lil Wayne AKA Dwayne Carter will be going to jail tomorrow to do his jail time. This  stemming from gun charges in New York in late 2007. Just be ready to be hit with all type of tracks from Wayne and his Young Money team. And The Empire has already  made and put out the Artwork for the new Wayne Mixtape from the series The Drought Is Over part Seven. And while everybody was partying for the Superbowl you could find lil Wayne trying to finish his last few videos for songs off of  The Rebirth and  even some shots for other artist videos. I would guess Wayne learned this work motto from recently released T.I who made the blueprint  for  things to do before  going to Jail.

No Halftime

Since HipHop will never be apart of the Superbowl at Halftime thanks to the person who will not be named Janet Jackson.   And due to this the Hip Hop community will have to settle for the Opening Commercial by Jay-z with Run This Town. This might have been the best commercial of the night by the way since Budlight emptied their pockets for Superbowl spots this year. But next year everyone keep your fingers crossed there might be a Halftime performance where everyone wont take a bathroom break or even turn the channel

Grade A: The Weekly Drop

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Starting this week the Grade A Staff will be bringing you a Weekly Drop. Basically, we’re giving you a quick rundown of all the essential information that you might have missed, but you need to know. Make sure you click the links so you educate yourself on all the stories. Feel free to share the knowledge you gain with your friends, co-workers, or classmates and act as if you knew all of this all along. Don’t worry, we’ll take you passing things along as a compliment. — Got To Be Grade A!

Hit the jump for the Links.

Grade A #MM: DJ JuanSki – #BabyMakinMuzik

DJ Juanski said forget the #MM TwitMix for yall. He knows Valentines Day is right around the corner, so for all of you trying to get playlists in order amongst the roses, dinner reservations, and chocolates– we got you covered. A full 60 Minutes of unadulterated seduction. If you can’t get no cuddy with THIS, then I don’t know what to tell you. Maybe you just picked the wrong Valentine. Enjoy the tape. (I’m sure you will )

Grade A Valentine Download: DJ Juanski – #MM: #BabyMakinMuzik

“Super Healing”

As the confetti falls upon Miami and beads thrown around N’awlins, thus ends another successful NFL campaign.

Kameco Cuaolo “Kam” – February Featured Model

Here we are–February, the month of love, when everyone is scrambling for Valentines, or for gifts for their Valentine. A month when the demand for chocolate looks like that of oil in the global market place. The winter season is coming close to completion, and as the snow covers the ground on the east coast, many of us are indoors awaiting the annual Super Bowl. Saints vs. Colts, who will prevail? That’s a question of time, and in due time we shall see; it’s out of our hands.

One of the only things we have control over, is the model of the month. We try to bring you a model who exemplifies “Grade A” both in her shoots, and behind the scenes. This month, we present to you Kameco Cuaolo also known as “Kam”. A native of California, Kam is a full time model at the age of 19 and has clearly been on the grind. She has done photo shoots for the likes of Drummer Boy and Steven Segal, radio shows on both Sirius and XM stations, book covers and magazines. She has been in music videos ranging from artists like the New Boyz and Snoop Dogg to Fall Out Boy. She’s done plenty of runway modeling and promo modeling. Her resume is extremely impressive and is as long as the service record of a career military officer. Check her out on Myspace, Twitter, and Facebook. Say hello, she’s pretty friendly.

When we say “Grade A Model” we mean just that. It’s a level of quality that goes beyond just the photos we put up. The daily life and routine of a model such as Kameco is exactly why we have this feature. To spotlight models who are working hard to accomplish their goals (and look good doing it). Well if you’re not ready for the photos just yet, I can assure you that I am. Take a look, read her responses, cause she’s Gotta Be Grade A! Make sure you leave a COMMENT good or bad.

Rick Ross feat. Lil Wayne & Birdman – “Veteran’s Day” (by J. Tinsley)

Rick Ross’s third official album,Teflon Don, is already shaping up to be one of the year’s most anticipated. The second official leak is “Veteran’s Day,” a hard hitting slow tempo track featuring Lil Wayne and Birdman. Something, however, leads me to believe this track was meant to be hung onto a tad longer with Birdman looking towards the future…

“Junior doin’ time, kickin’ up his feet…”

It’s the internet and stuff like this tends to happen. Regardless, Ross damn near flawless with every track he’s been on so far in 2010. Believe what you want, but he really does tout one of the best flows in the game. Hit the jump for the download link.

“A Case Of Déjà Vu…” (by J. Tinsley)

In anticipation for Smokee Robinson, I’ve been running through old Curren$y releases. His consistent output of music and loyalty to a constantly-growing fan base are what drew me in. Nah, yelling “Jets fool” isn’t my means of promotion, but I am down with the hazy clouded movement.

“Another Story To Tell,” originally on Welcome To The Winner’s Circle, is an appropriate song to highlight considering the time. Borrowing Christopher’s classic, Spitta confesses to his own tale of calculated infidelity with the arm candy of some player from the New Orleans Hornets. Fast forward to the now and Curren$y finds himself in Miami.