Men's College Basketball: Hofstra vs. UNC-W Recap (NassauNewsLive.com)

With all five Hofstra starters scoring in double-digits, a lead as large as 42 points, and the highest first-half offensive output in coach Tom Pecora’s tenure with the university, the Pride dominated CAA conference opponent UNC-Wilmington 93-54.

The win stopped the Pride’s winless streak at five games, the longest drought since 2002-03.

To read the rest of the story on NassauNewsLive.com, click here.

Lifestyle Connoisseur Exclusive Interview: Illa Ghee

Recently, I had the opportunity to interview Brooklyn emcee and former Mobb Deep affiliate, Illa Ghee. The emcee, who was first heard on the Mobb Deep song "Can't Get Enough Of It" off the 1996 classic album, Hell On Earth, spoke candidly about jail, his current affiliation with Mobb Deep, his independent work ethic, and why guys shouldn't be pulled on stage at a concert, only women.

New Music: Widmark Dimagiba "Blank Canvas" Mixtape

I received an email a few days ago from an artist by the name of Widmark Dimagiba. Anyone that lives in New York that is even loosely involved in the entertainment industry knows that emcees, deejay's, singers, etc. are dime-a-dozen, and even though I am open to music of all genre's and I give almost anyone a fair shot when displaying their art to me, I rarely find anything of value when listening to artists without some sort of co-sign that I trust and am familiar with. The mixtape I was sent with the email was suprisingly refreshing. His flow is very relaxed and easy to listen to and his style is very unique, which is difficult to say in today's music industry. So, with that being said, check out the mixtape from Widmark Dimagiba titled Blank Canvas.

To Download Click Here.

College Men's basketball Tonight: Hofstra Vs. UNC-Wilmington

The Hofstra pride will attempt to break out of their slump and end their losing streak at five games tonight at home against UNC Wilmington. Hofstra's last five losses all came against CAA conference opponents. Their last win was against Towson University at home on January 6.

Click here to purchase tickets for tonight's game.

Upcoming Shows: KRS-One x Donny Goines x Eternia and Fresh Vetz

KRS-One, Donny Goines, Eternia and more will be performing at Southpaw in Brooklyn, NY this friday, January 29. Doors open at 8 p.m. and tickets are $15 in advance/$18 at the door.

In our nation's capital, Long Island natives Dashah and DJ Pause, collectively known as Fresh Vetz, will be performing in a benefit show for the Haiti earthquake victims. The show will take place January 30 from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Layla Lounge, located at 501 Morse Street Northeast, Washington DC. For more information click here.

New Music: Little Vic "Man On Fire" Mixtape

Although this mixtape was said to be released on Sunday, it became available for free download today for all you hip hop lovers out there (it's hip hop people, we're always a little late, don't be mad). Long Island native Little Vic (that's "Little," not "Lil," please don't lump him in with the endless amount of talentless "Lil" rappers, thank you), has released more heat for those need in raw lyrical abilities and break-neck beats. Mixed by DJ John John, this is one mixtape you do not want to pass up.

Download: Little Vic Man On Fire

New Music: "No Apologies"- Donny Goines

*Photo By Peter Verry

I know it's been out for a few days so I'm a little late with the post, but regardless it's hot so you need to hear it. Paired with a hard-hitting instrumental produced by Australian born-and-raised producer M-Phazes, the self-proclaimed “legend in the making” provides a lyrical slap in the face of non-objective media outlets, fake tough-guy rappers and industry lames.

Download: "No Apologies"- Donny Goines (prod. by M-Phazes)

Street FM Live Stream Tonight With Donny Goines 12 a.m.-3 a.m.

StreetFM, the hip hop radio program on Stony Brook University’s radio station, WUSB 90.1, hosted by Ike Infamous and Keese MP, will have a live stream of their show tonight from midnight-3 a.m. You can view a live stream of the show by logging on to Justin.tv/streetfm. Tonight’s guest is New York up-and-coming emcee Donny Goines.

Click here to view show.

Photos From Love Helps: Haitian Earthquake Relief After Work Mixer At Stay Lounge, NYC

Last week the “Love Helps: Haitian Earthquake Relief After Work Mixer” at the Stay Lounge, NYC, raised over $3-thousand for the victims of the recent 7.0 earthquake that ravaged the progressing third-world country. All the proceeds raised at the event were donated to Yele Haiti, a foundation started by Haitian-American artist, Wyclef Jean. Many artists within the hip-hop community were in attendance, which included Kidz In The Hall, Donnis, Donny Goines and Mysonne.

Free Oddisee Mixtape "Odd Winter"

*Click here to download

One of my favorite emcees/producers, Oddisee, has just released Odd Winter, available for free download. This is definitely hip hop at it's finest. The "Carry On (Instrumental)" is absolutely insane! The only thing I would have liked more than just the instrumental itself is if Oddisee would have rhymed to this. If you don't have this in your collection you are really missing out on some raw, soulful, authentic hip hop.

*Check Oddisee's group, Diamond District, on the Lifestyle Connoisseur X DJ Mickey Knox mixtape, also available for free download (click here to download).

R.I.P Apache

According to Allhiphop.com, veteran emcee Apache has died.

Apache, born Anthony Teaks, released his one-and-only solo album in 1993 titled Apache Ain't Shit, which produced the hit "Gangsta Bitch" and the single "Do Fa Self." The New Jersey emcee was a member of The Flavor Unit, which included Naughty By Nature and Queen Latifah, and has recorded with some of hip hop's biggest names, including Fat Joe and 2Pac.

Photos From Style Warz NYC

Sullivan Room NYC was the host to Style Warz, a showcase of music and art from some of today’s flourishing artists and musicians, presented by DJ Prince. The show featured live performances from up-and-coming emcee Donny Goines, M1 Platoon and Breakfast Program. On the one’s-and-two’s all night was Hollywood Holt. Contributing artists for the event included Darold Delaney, Harlem, NY artist Royce Bannon (whose art is also featured in the January/February 2010 issue of The Source magazine) and live painting by Liz Stewart.

Free Mick Boogie X nVMe X Duck Down Mixtape

As a tribute to the decades of classic music released by KRS-One and Buckshot of Black Moon, Mick Boogie, assisted by many of today's most talented emcees, present Survival Kit. The project consists of remade versions of classic records from today's rising hip hop stars. Groups and emcees featured on the project include Tanya Morgan, Chaundon, Torae, Skyzoo, Kidz In The Hall and many more.

Track Listing:

1) Survival Kit (Intro) by DJ Sherazta

2) Gotcha Opin Original (RMX) - Tanya Morgan (produced by NVME)

3) South Bronx (RMX) - Cause, The Kid Daytona & Chaundon (produced by NVME)

4) Buck Em Down (RMX) - Christian Rich (produced by NVME)

5) Sound Of Da Police (RMX) - Diz Gibran & Shawn Chrystopher (Produced by ILL TAL)

6) Shit Iz Real (RMX) - Ruste Juxx (produced by NVME)

7) Step Into Our World (RMX) - Team Facelift & Jade (produced by ABADDON)

8) Talk Shit (RMX) - Torae & Skyzoo (produced by NVME)

9) MC's Act Like They Don't Know- Sha Stimuli, Promise, J.A.M.E.S. Watts, Fashawn (produced by NVME)

10) I Got Cha Opin 09 - Kardinal Offishall & Buckshot (produced by Havoc ofMobb Deep)

11) Past Present Future - KRS-ONE, Buckshot, Melanie Fiona & Naledge ofKidz In The Hall (produced by 9th Wonder)

Click here to download.

Hofstra/George Mason 1-19-10 Game Recap On NassauNewsLive.com

Strong post defense from Hofstra couldn’t stop George Mason’s barrage of 3-pointers as the Pride fell to the Patriots in their second meeting this season, 90-72.

The Pride has lost its last four games, its longest losing streak of the season, all against CAA conference opponents. The Patriots are 6-1 in their last seven games…

For the full game recap on NassauNewsLive.com, click here.

Love Helps: Haitian Earthquake Relief Afterwork Mixer Tonight at Stay Lounge

Stay Lounge will host "Love Helps: Haitian Earthquake Relief Afterwork Mixer" tonight from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. There is no cover-charge, however, donations are accepted and encouraged. Donations other than monetary are also accepted such as pre-paid cell phones. All donations will be given to Wyclef Jean’s Yele Haiti foundation. Music will be provided by Haitian deejay Vega Benetton. Sponsors for the event include VladTV.com, 5pointmagazine.com, FreesWorld.com and many more.

Stay Lounge is located at 244 East Houston St., New York, NY 10009.

New Music From Killa Sha (Rest In Peace)

*Killa Sha in 2007 at the Cop Shop, Smithtown, NY/Photo By Peter Verry

Here are two new gems from the Queens emcee.

Download: "Best Of Both Coasts" feat. Tragedy Khadafi and Planet Asia

Download: "God Warning"

Men's College Basketball: Hofstra Pride vs. George Mason Tonight on ESPNU

The Hofstra Pride (9-10, 2-5) will face the George Mason Patriots (11-7, 6-1) at home on ESPNU tonight at 7 p.m. Hofstra has lost three straight games and is looking for their second conference win in the new-year. The Patriots are 5-1 to start the new-year and are looking for their seventh conference win of the season.

R.I.P. Killa Sha

*Killa Sha Performing at the Cop Shop in 2007/Photo By Peter Verry


Various news sources are reporting that Queens rapper Killa Sha has died. No reports on the cause of death have been published.

Killa Sha released his solo debut in 2007, God Walk On Water, with production and features from Havoc of Mobb Deep, Large Professor, Ill Bill of Non Phixion/La Coka Nostra, Ayatollah and more. The emcee first appeared as a member of the group, The Super Kids, with fellow Queens emcees Craig G and tragedy, on the single "The Tragedy (Don't Do It)" in 1986.

Lifestyle Connoisseur x DJ Mickey Knox Official Mixtape Free Download

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The Lifestyle Connoisseur Mixtape, presented by one-half of the Bash Bros., DJ Mickey Knox, is a representation of some of what you will find musically featured on TheLSC.Blogspot.com. The mixtape features new music from Wale, Joell Ortiz, Sha Stimuli, Chase Infinite (of Self Scientific), Fashawn, Redman, Emilio Rojas, Kaleber and more, and is available now for free download at Datpiff.com and Execute1200.com. Special thanks to Bernadette Trefilio for the cover art.

Style Warz @ Sullivan Room Tonight

Style Warz, presented by DJ Prince, is a “celebration of creative culture,” to bring together multiple genres of art and music. The event will take place tonight from 4-12pm at Sullivan Room (between West 3rd Street and Bleecker Street). Art on display is provided by Harlem, NY artist Royce Bannon, Elizabeth Stewart and more. DJ Hollywood Holt will be providing the music all night as will feature performances from New York emcee Donny Goines and M1 Platoon.

Donations For The Victims Of The Earthquake In Haiti

A 7.0 earthquake ravaged Haiti on Tuesday January 12, 2010, which, according to The International Red Cross, has affected an estimated three-million people. According to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), the earthquake was the most violent earthquake in a century, and the strongest Haiti has experienced in over 200 years. Aide for the victims of this natural disaster has been made via government organizations, celebrities, sports organizations and more. Here are a few ways you can donate.

Yéle Haiti, an organization founded by Wyclef Jean in 2005, aims to provide greater knowledge for Haiti and provides community service programs including distributing food and providing emergency care for those in need. Monetary donations for the earthquake victims can me mailed to the following address:

Yele Haiti
P.O. Box 2345
New York, NY 10108


Soles4Souls, a charitable organization that assists in the donating of shoes to those in need worldwide, is currently accepting both monetary donations and shoes. Donations can be made via the Soles4Souls Web site, or by mail:

Soles4Souls Inc
Suite 210
2900 Lebanon Road
Nashville, TN 37214



Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), established in 1971, is an organization that provides medical assistance in almost 60 countries to people whose survival is in jeopardy due to numerous causes, such as malnutrition, epidemics, natural disasters and more. Donations can be made via the Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontieres (MSF) Web site.