On Game vs Ras Kass…
WKetchumIII: Did you hear about the scrap between Ras Kass and The Game?
“Kevin L. Clark”: I heard The Game knocked Kass out.
WKetchumIII: Game probably thought about how fucked up his situation was with Interscope, and he just snuffed the first person he saw
“Kevin L. Clark”: He must not know that Kass actually did some time. Game’s credibility is shaky as is with those video tapes floating around and those gay stripper rumors.
WKetchumIII: Well shit, maybe he was trying to gain some of that street credibility back, with all of those accusations out there. Or, maybe he was trying to demonstrate to Geffen what he’d do to them if his album gets pushed back.
On Lupe Fiasco…
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“Kevin L. Clark”: Well, I mean… while you got Kass’ snotbox leakin’… Lupe’s album leaked, yet again. I think it’s a sign of things to come.
WKetchumIII: What do you mean?
“Kevin L. Clark”: Well, nobody’s buying any albums. If someone as critically acclaimed as Fiasco can’t even get any respect from his “devoted” fans, then how will he be able to make his impact sale wise?
WKetchumIII: Yeah, but to his credit, this version only leaked a week before its actual release. Most of the time, the final, retail version leaks up to a month before the album comes out.
“Kevin L. Clark”: But if he doesn’t do the numbers — will the album be considered a flop or critically slept-on?
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WKetchumIII: That’s a good question. In one sense, to me, fans are way into record sales these days, to the point that they don’t need to worry about if something’s a flop or not, just buy the album and shut the fuck up. It’s going to be critically accepted, there’s no question about that.But even if it doesn’t sell, that kid is really doing his thing otherwise – he has a deal with Ecko for a clothing line, he’s been doing a couple ads, he’s got shows, all types of shit. I’d say he’s in good shape
On Jay-Z’s comeback album…
“Kevin L. Clark”: Yeah, but is his main co-signer alright? Jay is coming back…That’s my man and all, but do you think the hype justifies the means?
WKetchumIII: Well first of all, don’t be surprised that he’s coming back, there’s nothing new about that at all.
“Kevin L. Clark”: Of course, not at all… I’m thinking about the impact of his return. Will he be all for naught or a wise move for the Hip-Hop culture?
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WKetchumIII: Well, hip-hop needs it. This year had some good albums, but not many albums that had a big impact, and Jay’s album should shake things up. I don’t think it’ll be wack either, because Jay’s good for a hot album nearly every time out.Too bad he’s the only New York MC on Def Jam that matters. Meth, Ghost, Joe Budden (wow, remember him?), LL Cool J (ok, his last album was weak, but that’s not the point) and every other NY rapper on Def Jam hasn’t been getting any boardroom love.
“Kevin L. Clark”: That’s why I think that Jay might be doing this as a public opinion sway move. I mean — he’s been criticized for his moves (or lack thereof) with The Roots, Method Man, and his employees are calling for his head (LL Cool J, Juelz, and probably Buddens, too!).
WKetchumIII: Ah, so basically, “Damn, y’all hate me now….but if I put out a good album, y’all are gonna forget about it”?
“Kevin L. Clark”: Basically…
On Nas’ new album…
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WKetchumIII: Shit, I will. I’m all about the music itself – as long as the album is dope, I’m good.If things go as planned, that album will come out the week before Nas’ new joint.
“Kevin L. Clark”:I love Nas. Would put him in my Top 5 (not ahead of Jay, though…). But Nas hasn’t had the best show in Hip-Hop and I think his last incarnation (the return of Nasty Nas) was his best effort.
WKetchumIII: I’m anticipating the album…but for some reason, I have this creeping suspicion that it’s going to be wildly disappointing. Like it’s going to have four or five tracks that wow me, and the rest is going to be subpar.It’s a trip, because he said that he’s taking it to the clubs for this album. But the album is called Hip-Hop Is Dead. Not that hip-hop can’t be good in clubs…but isn’t that like an oxymoron?
“Kevin L. Clark”: Yeah, because isn’t it in the clubs already…? Someone cue D4L and Dem Franchize Boys, and school this dude Nas on the club scene!
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WKetchumIII: lmao
On “Beef”…
“Kevin L. Clark”: But can you say Hip-Hop is Dead… when beef is alive and well on the grill? Diddy vs. 50… Ron Isley going to jail for 3 years and R. Kelly still allowed to piss on kids, come on!
WKetchumIII: I’ve always said that hip-hop isn’t dead. As far as the culture, it’s stronger and more widespread than ever. And the music is still out there, it’s just a matter of getting a hold of it. And the situation with Ronald was fucked up…you’d think he’d be good with money, with his Isley Brothers shit being sampled all the time.
“Kevin L. Clark”: Maybe R. Kelly can float him a loan after all those ass-whoppin’s he gave him.
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WKetchumIII: Well maybe they can make up…after all, even 50 and Diddy called a truce.
“Kevin L. Clark”: *cough* Publicity stunt *cough*. Think that’s good?
WKetchumIII: True. 50 and Game had called a truce too…saw where that went.
“Kevin L. Clark”: A kiss on the cheek led to paradoies, diss tracks, G-Unot, and probably that horrible Hurricane sneaker.
WKetchumIII: It’s not just a shoe. It’s his shoe.
“Kevin L. Clark”: Yeah… he’s probably the only one who bought it too. His Black Wall Street crew ain’t that dumb…
