David Whitely is a freelance writer based in New York City. He puts pen to pad, well in this case fingers to keys, in covering hip-hop, music, pop-culture, fashion, sports, and all things cool. He's been published in Complex, Dr!p Magazine, Unrated Urban Magazine, Unrated Magazine, and !Yo Raps magazine—with credits as a reviews editor. Currently, David's witty and informative commentary can be seen at Complex.com, Dr!p Magazine, and TheDrop.fm.
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‘T.I. & Tiny: The Family Hustle’ Season 2, Episode 3 Recap: Shekinah Takes Care of the Kids for a Day
This time on ‘T.I. & Tiny: The Family Hustle,’ Shekinah makes the mistake of saying that Tiny has an easy life and that she doesn't have to do much these days. Boy, was she wrong. After giving an explanation of what she has to take care of in the Harris home, Tiny challenges Shekinah to take care of the home and the kids for a day. This is where things get interesting.
Big K.R.I.T., ‘King Remembered in Time’ – Mixtape Review
With yet another solid mixtape outing with a slew of bangers, you begin to wonder why Big K.R.I.T. doesn't have the same success with albums. Keeping up with the "king" concept, 'King Remembered in Time' is a project that showcases the Mississippi rapper's talents as both a producer and lyricist.
Jay-Z Will Sell His Share of Brooklyn Nets to Become NBA Agent
Grand opening, grand closing. Well, not exactly.
Gucci Mane and Young Scooter, ‘Free Bricks 2′ – Mixtape Review
Gucci Mane, the Trap God, is back and he has newcomer Young Scooter riding shotgun. With the help of DJs Scream and Spinz, the four put together a solid effort with 'Free Bricks 2.'
Travis Porter, ‘Mr. Porter’ – Mixtape Review
The Georgia party boys, Travis Porter are back with their new mixtape 'Mr. Porter.'
‘American Idol Season 12, Episode 16 Recap: Men Compete for Semifinals Glory
With the same format as Tuesday night's show -- when the top 10 ladies performed -- this episode showcased the guys taking their crack at the stage before America votes and contestants are eliminated.
Breanna Steer Impresses With Cover of Jazmine Sullivan’s ‘Bust Your Windows’ on ‘American Idol’
Not hearing the song before, 'American Idol' judge Keith Urban was taken aback when Breanna Steer sang Jazmine Sullivan's 'Bust Your Windows.'
Candice Glover Channels Aretha Franklin on ‘American Idol’
For most singers on 'American Idol,' doing an Aretha Franklin song is a big task. But not for Candice Glover.
Zoanette Johnson Surprises With ‘Circle of Life’ on ‘American Idol’
Being the biggest wild card in the 'American Idol' season 12 deck, Zoanette Johnson surprised the judges yet again when she performed the famed 'The Lion King' theme song, 'Circle of Life.'
Chris Watson Ruins Otis Redding’s ‘(Sittin’ On) The Dock of the Bay’ on ‘American Idol’
Chris Watson is what we're talking about when someone is being "extra".