Kanye West - Love LockDown
This was probably the most predictable Dope or Nope, seeing the hype that built up last week for Kanye's finale performance at the VMA's. This is his first single off his upcoming untiled LP that is set to drop in September. If you missed the performance, here it is (note: these VMA performances have been getting pulled. If it's missing let me know):
I'm a huge Kanye fan and honestly I was a little disappointed when I heard it at the VMA's. I was expecting something different since this was Ye's first single. I listened to it a couple of times afterwards online and it definitely grows in you. That infectious melody sticks to you and gets stuck in your head. But you be the judge. The studio version is yet to leak.
Showing posts with label 2008 MTV VMA's. Show all posts
Showing posts with label 2008 MTV VMA's. Show all posts
Monday, September 8, 2008
Dope or Nope 9 /8: New Kanye!
2008 VMA Experience Via Laurence Holmes
I was honored to be a seat filler for the 2008 VMA's! Unfortunately, I didn't get any pics due to the strict rules of no cams. Someone tried to sneak a pic outside and the coordinators went hard on 'em, and we weren't even inside the building. Here's my experience...
I started off sitting next to Slash, the famous Guns N' Roses guitarist. I was amazed at all the celebs pouring in and the hollywood ambiance. Then Lupe Fiasco walks in, slaps the five and sits right in front of me. I had a quick convo with Lupe about his upcoming "LupEnd" album which is rumored to be the finale. I tried to convince him in a matter of time that he can't leave rap alone the game needs him!
Shortly after, Fall Out Boy, Pete Wentz & his chick Ashley Simpson sat around me. Real down to Earth, humble cats and I was even told that my fit was on point. Being a seat filler you have to keep it moving on the coordinators request. So after Lil Wayne & T-Pain's playing tag performance, I had to raise up. Eventually I moved even closer to the front where I met Weezy and shook hands with dude and I was greeted with the blood handshake.
I'm starting to think I have a celeb look-a-like! Fatman Scoop was walking, minding his own, then he approached me asking "whats good with you man!". Later on when I was moved (yet again), D. Woods from Danity Kane made eye contact with me and waved hi with a big grin on her face...made me wonder. Later I was placed in front of the lovely Pussycat Dolls. I couldn't keep my eyes off the fine ass lead singer Nicole Scherzinger but I didn't eye her to the point where it looked like I was buggin' out. As I left I bumped into McLovin from Superbad, and one of his boys saw me and gave me a look of recognition and spoke...again, I got to have a look-a-like out there.
In conclusion, I had a blast like I did last year. I met a slew of amazing people, made some new homies (shout to those Pomona cats), and enjoyed the show. I definitely found the experience inspirational and helped me envision myself appearing at more awards ceremonies or star studded events. I guarantee this won't be the last, so get used to seeing me!
2008 MTV VMA Winners!
And The Winners Are...
Video of the Year
Britney Spears — "Piece of Me"
Best Hip-Hop Video
Lil Wayne (featuring Static Major) — "Lollipop"
Best Male Video
Chris Brown — "With You"
Best Female Video
Britney Spears — "Piece of Me"
Best New Artist
Tokio Hotel — "Ready, Set, Go!"
Best Pop Video
Britney Spears — "Piece of Me"
Best Rock Video
Linkin Park — "Shadow of the Day"
Best Dancing in a Video
Pussycat Dolls — "When I Grow Up"
Best Direction in a Video
Erykah Badu — "Honey"
Best Choreography in a Video
Gnarls Barkley — "Run"
Best Special Effects in a Video
Kanye West feat T-Pain – "The Good Life"
Best Art Direction in a Video
Gnarls Barkley — "Run"
Best Editing in a Video
Death Cab for Cutie — "I Will Possess Your Heart"
Best Cinematography in a Video
The White Stripes — "Conquest"
Best UK Video
The Ting Tings — "Shut Up and Let Me Go"
Big ups to all the winners. It's a lil obvious that this award show was dedicated to revamping Brittney Spears career. She won 3 of the 7 major awards, and even the most important award, "The Video of the Year" for her joint "Piece of Me". I can't say that I've seen that one, I smell a snub!
2008 MTV VMA Performances!
...well some of em. It's been hard keeping these active since they've been getting yanked left & right. There's no telling how long these joints will be up so enjoy them while you can.
Rihanna - Disturbia
Lil Wayne (With Leona Lewis & T-Pain) - DontGetIt, A Milli, & Got Money
T.I. feat. Rihanna - Whatever You Like & Live Your Life
Kanye West - Love LockDown (World Premiere)
Saturday, September 6, 2008
Quick News: Kanye's VMA Exclusives, Bow Wow Takes An L, Tyga Says He's All Good
Kanye West Set To Perform First Single and Confirm Album At the VMA's
Word to XXLmag, Mr. West will announce the title of his forthcoming album (originally titled Good Ass Job) and end the VMA's on a good note by performing his first single "Love LockDown". The VMA's will take place tomorrow at Paramount Studios, and yes, I will be in attendance!
The Game and Bow Wow finally played in Madden '09 
After numerous YouTube vids of shit talkin' and ass bettin' (no homo). Check the vid below:
And the winner is...
The Game 55-23
Tyga Says Stop Hatin' and Even Eats Money
Two day's ago Tyga's chain got yanked for the second time (the first was the Young Money chain) by some of Tyga's old homies. If you missed the video, click here. Tyga has a couple of words for the haters and has a hunger for money...literally.
Monday, July 28, 2008
Vote For the Best Hip Hop Video for the VMA's!
The MTV VMA's are coming up in Sept. (hopefully I'll be in attendance again this year), and the nominees for best Hip Hop video are up at mtv.com. MTV is leavin it up to the fans to pick who deserves the award. Here's the current top 10:
1. Lil Wayne - Lollipop (by a landslide)
2. Flo Rida - Low
3. Soulja Boy - Crank Dat
4. Ray J - Sexy Can I
5. Soulja Boy - Yaaah!
6. Snoop Dogg - Sexual Seduction
7. Wyclef - Sweetest Girl
8. Lupe Fiasco - Superstar
9. Plies - Bust It Baby 2
10. Missy - Ching-a-ling
My personal pick would be Superstar, but I think Lollipop is up for the win. *Now that the show is done, you can't say I didn't call it!
Click here to vote!
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