Wednesday, August 8, 2012

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Watch: Kendrick Lamar's "Swimming Pools (Drank)" Video
Behold the spanking new video for Kendrick Lamar's "Swimming Pools (Drank)." It's the first single off K.Dot's upcoming album, good kid, m.A.A.d. city. Directed by Jerome D. Hurd, the clip... Read more

Review: Rick Ross - God Forgives, I Don't
You'll never catch Rick Ross without his beard and his Gucci shades. What's he hiding behind those glasses? Judging by God Forgives, I Don't, Rozay doesn't want you to see... Read more

Jay Electronica: Act 2: Patents of Nobility (the turn) Tracklist
Jay Electronica today unveiled what looks like the tracklist for his feverishly anticipated Roc Nation debut, Act 2: Patents of Nobility (the turn). Jay tweeted a screencap of an iTunes... Read more

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Friday, August 3, 2012

About Digital Music: Nexus Q Launch Delayed, But Preorders Are Free!

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  • AudibleAir: Wirelessly Download Content to Your Smartphone.
  • Google's Nexus Q: Launch Delayed, But Preorders Are Free!
  • Smart Ways to Use Playlists in Windows Media Player.
  • Digital Music FAQ: Ways to Source Mobile Music?


AudibleAir: Wirelessly Download Content to Your Smartphone

You may already be familiar with the digital audiobook service, Audible.com, but did you know that you can wirelessly transfer your purchases to your smartphone without the need for a cable? Traditionally, you will have had to download audiobooks to your computer first before transferring them to a portable device (like the iPhone) via a cable -- this is a two-step process which isn't particularly convenient when it comes to listening to audiobooks on the go. However, with AudibleAir you can wirelessly... Read more


Google's Nexus Q: Launch Delayed, But Preorders Are Free!

Google's new media streaming device, the Nexus Q, which was slated for a July launch has now been shelved for the time being. The Internet search giant recently showcased its new home theater device at its I/O Conference in June, but will now be delayed due to the need for further development. The reasons circulating around the blogosphere why the Nexus Q has been postponed are mainly due to... Read more


Smart Ways to Use Playlists in Windows Media Player

Using playlists in Windows Media Player can be a powerful tool for automating certain tasks. But, do you know some of the smarter ways you can use them? To find out how to make intelligent playlists that update themselves, or how to quickly sync songs to your portable, read this article on working smarter in Windows Media Player. Read more


Digital Music FAQ: Ways to Source Mobile Music

In the realms of digital music, mobile content is either downloaded or streamed in real-time over a network connection. But what other ways can mobile music be sourced? Read on to find out more. Read more


 


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Wednesday, August 1, 2012

About Rap / Hip-Hop: Summer Jams

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It must be summer. The Olympics are on my teevee. Also: it's approaching volcanic temperatures in Houston. So yeah, summer. In case you're crazy enough to go jogging in this crazy heat, I've prepped up a nifty little playlist for you. Enjoy.

Top Summer Rap Songs
Whether you plan on soaking up rays on the beach or more likely to get a tan from your computer light, you'll surely find the summer hit to set you in the right mood... Read more
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Top 10 Quotes from Nas' Life Is Good Conference Call
Nas couldn't have picked a better title for his latest LP. Life is Good received mostly favorable reviews. Better yet, it arrived the Billboard 200 chart at No. 1. It's... Read more

Jay Electronica Unveils Act 2: Patents of Nobility (the turn) Tracklist
Jay Electronica has unveiled what looks like the tracklist for his feverishly anticipated Roc Nation debut, Act 2: Patents of Nobility (the turn). Earlier today, Elect tweeted a screencap of an... Read more

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