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Carmelo Anthony: Playing For The City That Made Me, Part 2

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Carmelo Anthony: Playing For The City That Made Me “Episode 1″ [Video]

New York Knicks All Star Carmelo Anthony releases a video about his native New York City, growing up in Red Hook Brooklyn, through narration.

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MTA Releases New App Alerting Riders Of Train Arrivals: A Step Forward or Two Steps Backwards?

The MTA finally released an official app version to their countdown clocks, but is their new software all it’s cracked up to be? (more…)


The Brooklyn Nets: New York’s BIGGEST Losers!

It’s only been three months and the Brooklyn Nets “train wreck” has already derailed. With today’s firing of former head coach Avery Johnson, it’s clear they’re NOT the #1 team in New York! (more…)


Rap Radar’s Elliot Wilson Discussion: Does NY Hip Hop Get Enough Support From HOT 97?

There’s been a lot of discussion on why New York City radio stations “mainly HOT 97″ don’t play more local artists. Rap Radar founder Elliot Wilson sat down to discuss the topic.

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Brooklyn’s Rebirth: Barclays Center Ushers In A New Era!

As New York City approaches a new tourist record, Brooklyn has found a way to reinvent itself. As of today, the Grand Opening of the new Barclays Center will keep New York as the world’s #1 tourist destination. READ MORE


“Fare Fight” Businessmen Fight Over NYC Taxi

 

New Yorkers are known for their attitudes, but watch how things are taken to another level, when two men in suits fight over a cab!

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NYC Health Board Approves Soda Ban

If you’re an avid soda lover and enjoy your BIG GULPS, then today is the day you loathe being a New Yorker, that’s because the New York City Health Board has approved a ban on sugary drinks! READ MORE


Dramatic Footage of Gunman Jeffrey Johnson Being Gun Downed By NYPD

Today, a gunman waged war against a former co-worker that resulted in a murder and ultimately the gunmen’s death. Graphic surveillance of the gunman’s last moments has been released. READ MORE


Trey Songz Gets Annoyed During Interview

 

If there’s anything an artist can get tired of during a promo tour is being asked the same questions. So when Trey Songz dropped by New York City’s HOT 97 to discuss his new album, things got a little testy when he was asked about his alleged beef with R&B singer/songwriter Ne-Yo.

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Birdman Supports Lil Wayne’s Comments

In a show of support, YMCMB Ceo Birdman backed up the statements made by his “son”, Lil Wayne. Hear what he had to say here! READ MORE


Hey Lil Wayne, “New York Doesn’t Like You!”

During an interview with MTV this week, YMCMB head honcho, Lil Wayne had some choice words for the Empire State. Well New York City is firing back and the message: WE DON’T LIKE YOUR ASS EITHER!!! READ MORE


Death Of A Music Industry? New Statistics Details An Industry’s Fate!

Due to the digital age, record stores are becoming a thing of the past. Find out why they’re disappearing fast and how digital downloads will affect the music industry in the future! READ MORE


Jay-Z Featured In NEW Duracell Powermat Commercial [Video]

Duracell just changed the game. Find out about their NEW mobile product, how it will change your digital life, and the RAP STAR backing it! READ MORE


Charlamagne The God Gets Ambushed

So New York City radio has gotten dangerous lately. After numerous verbal jabs between HOT 97 and Power 105.1, things got physical when goons (attempted) to scare morning show co-host Charlamagne The God.

I don’t know what’s worse: This being the WORST ambush ever or the fact these dudes got up before 5am for this nonsense. They say the natural human reaction is either Fight or Flight. It appears Charlamagne chose his tactic wisely!

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Carmelo Anthony Wax Unveiling (Madame Tussaud’s)

You haven’t made it until you’ve been waxed, and we’re not talking Brazilian either! NBA All-Star and New York Knick Forward Carmelo Anthony attended the unveiling of his own wax figure at Madame Tussaud’s in Times Square NYC.

It’s impressive that the figure is a splitting image of himself including tattoo’s, the headband, even facial hair! So will they update this thing if Anthony gets a championship ring?

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Is Lil Wayne Full Of Shit? Wayne’s Contradiction

The fallout from HOT 97 Summerjam continues and during a recent interview with MTV, YMCMB front man Lil Wayne explained why he pulled Nicki Minaj, but considering his track history, can his explanation be viewed as a contradiction? READ MORE


Latino Actor Giancarlo Esposito A Victim of Stop & Frisk

The Stop & Frisk procedure has been an issue in New York City. Find out how one prominent actor became the latest victim of racial profiling. READ MORE


Drake vs Chris Brown: The Aftermath [VIDEO]

Details begin to emerge after the altercation between Drake and Chris Brown. There’s Rihanna‘s reaction, video following the aftermath, and we got it all right here! READ MORE


Drake And Chris Fight At NYC Club?

The love triangle that is Chris Brown, Drake, and Rihanna finally came to head last night at a NYC club. Apparently there was an altercation between Drake and Chris Brown with bottles being thrown. READ MORE


New Trend: Kids Jumping Train Platforms, NYC

Kids are always looking for new ways to entertain themselves. But is this new stunt a level of EXTREME or are these kids just DAREDEVIL DUMMIES?

The new video has gone viral and hit a few local news stations in the NYC area. But what happens when more kids try this and hit the 3rd rail? It’s all cute until somebody gets fried!

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Nicki Minaj Roman’s Reloaded Goes Gold

The best way to silence the critics is with success. Despite her recent beef with a New York City radio station, Nicki Minaj still managed to do big numbers! READ MORE


Things Mayor Bloomberg Should Ban In NYC Before Sugary Drinks

Most New Yorkers are up in arms about Michael Bloomberg’s ban on sugary drinks, and rightfully so. With all the things that SHOULD be banned in New York, we’ve provided you with most annoying! READ MORE


#2 Train Gets Voted Worst Line In NYC

Being a New Yorker I didn’t have to read an article to find out the #2 train was the worst line in New York City, but recent analysis proved it’s one of New York‘s most unreliable lines! READ MORE


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