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.

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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).