For the 27th anniversary of his birth, Grown Simba invited a few fans to cram New York’s Webster Hall and rock out with him. Props to JIGzNY for the footage.

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J. Cole continues his talk his debut album with Muve Music. In episode 3, Cole breaks down the inclusion of Lights Please, the stories behind Sideline Story, Never Told and Cole World, his relationship with Jay-Z, working with No I.D. and more.

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While I can’t stand the song personally, I noticed radio has been giving it a pretty big push as of late. Which would explain how it went from gold to platinum in less than a month. Shouts to Cole and the whole DreamVillain team for another W.

North Carolina phenom J. Cole and Mac Miller jam at MTV’s special NYE in NYC Time’s Square. 5 days into 2012, is anyone sticking to their new year’s resolution?

In the second episode of his sit down with Muve Music, J. Cole breaks down the stories behind Lost Ones, Rise & Shine, Work Out and God’s Gift.

Bei Maejor enlists T-Pain, Trey Songz and Wale for the official remix to his J. Cole-assisted original.

DOWNLOAD: Bei Maejor – Trouble (rmx) f. J. Cole, T-Pain, Trey Songz & Wale

Cole performs his (gold) single on the Late Show With David Letterman. Cole World: The Sideline Story in stores now.

“I think it’s great for him, because I’m sure it’s a dream of his. We grew up seeing Michael Jackson, and I’m sure he grew up seeing whatever moment stuck in his mind, so I know it’s great for him to do that,” Hov told MTV News following a press conference announcing a pair of charitable shows at Carnegie Hall in New York. “I think he’s already won Best New Artist, to me. His journey is what I’m really excited about.”

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J. Cole explains how he linked up with Trey Songz on “Can’t Get Enough” and how his collaboration with Drake on “In The Morning” came about. Cole World: The Sideline Story is out now!

PREVIOUS: Red Cafe – Fly Together (rmx) f. Trey Songz, Wale & J. Cole [NoTags]

Here goes the tagless version of Cafe’s latest remix for those looking for it. And yeah, my original statement still stands.

DOWNLOAD: Red Cafe – Fly Together (rmx) f. Trey Songz, Wale & J. Cole (prod. Ryan Leslie)

Since Wale, Trey Songz and J. Cole have all worked together (and the results worked out) I can see why they would be enlisted for a remix. I just didn’t see Red Cafe being the one to call for it. Shrugs…

DOWNLOAD: Red Cafe – Fly Together (rmx) f. Trey Songz, Wale & J. Cole [Tags]

Grammy nominee and North Carolina native, J. Cole makes the cover of YRB magazine and addresses the collaborative effort with Los Angeles linguist, Kendrick Lamar.

Another project that he’s keeping quiet on is his joint studio album with Kendrick Lamar, which originated as a mixtape. Though the two haven’t hit the studio since laying down cuts including K. Dot’s “HiiiPoWeR,” Cole spoke with the Compton rapper about flying him out to London to spend a week recording their collaborative LP. “At the end of the day, you’re dealing with two solo artists who are on the move all the time,” he explains. “At some point, you’ve got to connect. I think it will happen.”

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