Today a Team grows in Brooklyn. After Years Of Anticipation Today Begins the ground work at Atlantic Yards For the New Jersey Nets.  Governor David Paterson, Mayor Michael Bloomberg, and Brooklyn Borough President Marty Markowitz today joined Forest City Ratner Companies Chairman and CEO Bruce Ratner, Barclays PLC President Robert E. Diamond, Jr., and NETS investor and cultural icon Shawn “JAY-Z” Carter at the ceremonial groundbreaking of the Barclays Center at Atlantic Yards.

The Barclays Center will host more than 200 events annually, including professional and collegiate sports, concerts, family shows, and NETS Basketball.
 
While construction has been on-going since last fall, today’s ceremony marks the next phase of construction of the arena, which is expected to open in 2012. You Can Catch all the action at barclayscenter.com

Pictures of the new arena design & Jay Z live Press Conference after the jump

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Mr. Loso In Case you didn’t no so on the set of his new video Mr. R.I.P.

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Before the face of the franchise went on his way up to Rikers island, Young Money President Mack Maine and YM signee Tyga stopped by The Source Headquarters to talk about the rise of Young Money in the past year as well as Lil’ Wayne’s impending incarceration and what the team needs to do step up for their jailed leader.  Read rest of story…

Recent news reports have suggested that rap Barbie Nicki Minaj booking agency has been involved in suspicious and illegal activities in Atlanta; this is false. Johnny Cabelle of the Johnny Cabelle Booking Agency’s office was evicted recently from the prestigious Sentential Towers after failing to pay rent.

Some reports without merit have stated this is Ms.Minaj and Gucci Mane’s talent management which is completely untrue. Additionally there has been numerous false reports and promotion claiming Nicki will be at specific events. Please be advised Nicki is being represented by Ujaama Talent Agency based in her hometown of New York City and as of now her calender is on hold until April and she will not be making any unofficial appearances or performances.

To keep updated on Nicki follow her on twitter at www.Twitter.com/NickiMinaj

Hot97 New York’s “Hip Hop and R&B”  radio station is launching an exclusive weekly online reality docu-series called HOT 97’s “The Wizards NYC” on February 24th featuring hip-hop  superstar 50 Cent.  The show airs “Wizard Wednesdays” every week beginning  February 24th and follows New York’s trailblazing Deejays Cipha Sounds, DJ Camilo and DJ Enuff and explores the glamorous life of a New York City DJ  and also the real drama “behind the mask” with their personal lives.

“By definition a Wizard has the ability to dazzle someone with a particular skill set and these guys personify this completely, but behind the dazzling is the work that establishes the individuals skill, this show captures all that!”  said Hot 97 Program Director Ebro Darden.  “In no way shape or form is this game all fun all the time…watch this show and see them work!” Read rest of story…

Here is part 1 of a brief interview that ImFlashy had with Drizzy, who performed at the Sprite Step Off Show in Atlanta this weekend. We spoke to him on his upcoming debut, Thank Me Later and what we can expect. The significance of the video is when he references a certain legend in Hip Hop that he studied for the album.

The allegations to Yele’s financial troubles? I always figured the full story was never told because, well, most of the times it isn’t. From a music perspective, I’ve always been a fan of ‘Clef. Everyone knows his story from the Fugees to creating his own mainstream (solo) respect. Hell, he even showed up on the Chappelle Show once. Classic episode, too. More importantly, I’ve always had respect for Wyclef because regardless of how big of a star he became, he always remembered where he came from. Haiti never seemed far from his mind, actions or words. And remember, he was doing this LONG before the earthquake which basically broke his country in half occurred.

That’s why I was pleased to find out he was being by the Harvard Foundation as “Artist of the Year” during their Cultural Awards ceremony on February 27. (Keep reading…)

Turns out a recent performance wasn’t the only thing that had Pusha and Malice in La La Land.  The two were also in the studio with rocker extraordinaire, Travis Barker, working on his new album. I’m sure we’ll hear the results of this studio session in due time, but until then, this pictures will have to suffice.

A whole album from Travis Barker though? Consider that purchased.

“Sittin’ here lookin’ at my platinum plaques/ Thinkin’ what the fuck am I without a Dr. Dre track?/ When Doc say ‘it’s a wrap’, it’s a wrap/ It’s still Aftermath and ain’t nothin’ after that…” – Game “Doctor’s Advocate” from Doctor’s Advocate

For the most part, I’m a fan of Game. I’ve enjoyed all three albums and his most notorious trait, the name dropping, doesn’t irk me in comparison to others who listen to his music. He’s a talented guy, but with the talent comes its problems. He pops off a lot, and while it is entertaining occasionally, he has been known to apologize almost immediately. Blame it on the liquor and weed, I assume. Recently, he did make one great decision for his career, returning to Aftermath. (Keep reading…)

The quickest way to complete something is to start it. For fans of Young Money front man, Lil Wayne, it is the day they and everyone associated with the Cash Money empire has been regretfully anticipating. After appearing in court for what was supposed to be the day he headed to prison, Wayne received an extension on his freedom until March 2. The reason being because of dental surgery he will have to heal from. As the poster boy of work ethic in rap, several unreleased and tracks featuring Wayne as well as videos are slated to appear at their usual rate.

While one year in prison is certainly more appealing than 15, the transition from G5’s to cell blocks will be a personal test. Prison life a routine. Mikey Fresh recently provided a brief synopsis of what Wayne’s days will consist including a 4 a.m. wake up call. Before heading off to Rikers, a New York court explained the provisions of this sentence.

There is a good chance, however, Weezy could see a 2010 release date. For good behavior, a return to the spotlight may emerge within 8-10 months. Business doesn’t stop behind bars though. The Drought Is Over 7, the first major Wayne release from the bing, is set to be released soon. Drake and Nicki Minaj will follow with their solo albums later this year.

Before driving into the night in his Bugatti, Wayne had these final words to say to his fans who flocked by the thousands to Lil Twist’s UStream page:

“To all my real fans, I really, really really really love you. I love you with all of me for real. I love you all so much, thank you from the bottom of my heart. And do not forget about me, because I will never forget about you. And i cannot wait for you to see me again. I’m out.”