Common - Universal Mind Control [Original Video]

Here's the original (and unreleased) version of Common's video for Universal Mind Control...you know, before Hype Williams took control and put all those strange animated robots in it and made Common act weird.

[VIDEO] Kid CuDi (ft. Kanye West & Common) - "Make Her Say"

Common To Join The A-Team?

Rumor has it that rapper/actor/cologne salesmen Common is set to join the cast of the movie version of the classic 80's tv show, The A-Team. (Sidebar: The A-Team was one of my favorite TV shows when I was a little lad. I wanted a black van likes theres until I realized only pedophiles drive vans. And their TV theme is one of the top 5 TV Theme songs of all time. )

Ok, back to the blog post. Common. Right, he's being rumored to play the role of the legendary B.A. Baracus, who we all know was played by Mr.T on the O.G. show. That's an interesting role for the laid back Common, who also said that he can't do the mohawk... but they'll "work something out." Wait...what? No mohawk? That's his signature. That's like Slick Rick not rocking gold chains, MF DOOM not rocking his metal face, or DMX not getting arrested. Come on, Comm...you can't play B.A. Baracus without the mohawk, foo!

(We've gone ahead and through advanced computer technology made a composite of what Common would look like if he, in fact, could do a mohawk. And it looks a little like this.)

The movie is being directed by Joe Carnahan, who also directed “Smokin Aces” which featured Common. Word is Carnahan personally wanted Common for the role. Word? Personally, I always thought Ice Cube would be perfect to play Mr. T, but that's just me...

Or is it?

Throwback Thursdays.

Common - "The Light"

...It's kinda fresh you listen to more than hip-hop.

Resurrection.

Since today is Easter, a.k.a. The O.G. Resurrection, it seems only right to bump this classic joint from Common [Sense] today. Resurrection is one of my top 10 albums of all time. Put that shit in your tape deck today.

Rock The Bells 2009 Lineup Freestyle.

Supernatural does what Supernatural does best, and freestyles the entire lineup for the 2009 Rock The Bells Tour. Headlined by Nas & Damian Marley, the roster also includes The Roots, Common, KRS-One, Slum Village, Raekwon, RZA, and so much more. To peep the full roster, let Supernat tell ya in this video.

Rock The Bells 2009 Lineup Anounced.

Headlined by Nas and Damien Marley, and featuring the Roots, Common, Big Boi, Slum Village, KRS-One, Raekwon, RZA, Slaughterhouse, Tech N9ne, and Reflection Eternal. Hip hop, hip hop, and more hip hop. It's gonna be crazy, and HHO will be there every step of the way to bring you all the action.

Stay Tuned...we'll have the video of Supernatural freestyling the lineup shortly.

Common x Ludacris x Hip Hop 101

HHO recaps the Hip Hop 101 show that went down in Los Angeles last Saturday. It featured performances from Common, Ludacris, and Janelle Monae. Dope show. Shitty venue. Sorry to all the peeps that were on our list and couldn't get in because of the bullshit. We sponsored the event, and they weren't trying to let US in. Fuck the dumb.

High Five Inauguration!

Featuring some familiar hip-hopish faces: Common, Nelly, John Legend, DMC, and more. Like Mos Def says, high fives are at an all time high.

Spotted at Cynicole's.

The Lever 2009 Mixtape by DJ Sean G.

Featuring the likes of Pac Div, Diz Gibran, Kanye West, Common, Clipse, Jay Elctronica, and more. Basically more hip-hop than you know what to do with. So Fresh and So Clean.

DOWNLOAD: HERE.

Common's First Vlog of 2009.

Something tells me that Com is still working on this whole video blog thing. Dude can't even finish eating before turning on the camera? Oh well. Hopefully his next few vlogs will be better than his last album. Zing.


Diddy Blog > Common Vlog

The Best of HHO's Artist of the Week.

You know how we do it...we've been bringing you the dope interviews every week, spotlighting some of the best up and coming and relevant hip hop acts in the industry. Take a look back at some of the highlights, featuring Common, Raekwon, 9th Wonder, David Banner, Pac Div, Wale, Charles Hamilton, Black Milk, and so much more.

10.Deep presents The New Deal Mixtape

Here it is. I dropped the Wale x Brother Ali track yesterday, and promised you the whole tape today. I always keep my word. Word. The streetwear brand 10.Deep teamed up with DJ Benzito bring you this heat rock of a mixtape. It features music from Common, Kanye, Jay-Z, Blu, Kidz In the Hall, and many many more. I'm telling you, this is a dope download and you'll enjoy it. What did I just tell you about keeping my word?

DOWNLOAD HERE.

Artist of the Week: Common

Live from the Southside, it's one/ Hide ya gun, repping Chi-Town to the fullest...

On the day of his latest release, Universal Mind Control, we've named Common our HHO Artist of the Week. You're already familiar with name, now check out interview with the man as he talks about making music for the People, his ability to stay relevant in the ever changing hip-hop climate, and his Top 5 sexiest albums of all time, you know, for when the ladies come over.

Common Interview with HHO.


His album is in stores now, and you can cop it for $0.99 today only! Here's a taste test for you..

[BONUS] DOWNLOAD - Common - "Universal Mind Control"
[BONUS] DOWNLOAD - Common - "Punch Drunk Love" (ft. Kanye West)

Common Talks about the Songs on Universal Mind Control

Universal Mind Control hits stores next Tuesday, Dec 9th. Damn, it's December already. What happened to 2008?

[NEW] Common ft. Kanye - "Punch Drunk Love"

Here goes a brand new joint from Common's upcoming album, Universal Mind Control. This one features Kanye West on the hook and was produced by The Neptunes. It's a little different, and I still can't tell what I think about this yet. But the movie is better than the song.

DOWNLOAD: Common ft. Kanye - "Punch Drunk Love"


Props to the dopehouse for this one.

Common Is For The Children.

Common talks to a classroom full of kids in Augusta, Georgia and preaches the importance of staying in school, believing in your dreams, and being true to yourself. He also kicks a verse from the very first song he every wrote, back when he was 12. I can't believe he remembers the lyrics. I don't even remember what I did last week.

But for real, this is a beautiful thing. I'm glad artists like Common are trying to help the youth because in all honesty, sometimes kids will look up more to rappers than their teachers. Too many rappers spread the wrong message. You know how you are.

Common Speaks on Obama Victory.

Common and Talib Kweli threw an Election party last night at the Hard Rock in Chicago last night. He gives an inspiring speech after Obama's victory.

Common Interview on Okayplayer TV

Shout out to Tunji who produced this. Common talks about his new album and the new sound, as well as reppin Chicago to the fullest.

The Common (Sense) Demo Tape.

This is truly a gem. This is the actual tape that got Common into the Source's Unsigned Hype column back in 1992. This has been conformed by NO I.D. himself (aka Common's producer)

DOWNLOAD: The Common (Sense) Demo Tape