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Music video: Shakira – Did It Again (Featuring Kid Cudi)

Sure, I’ve already posted the music video to Shakira’s “Did It Again” when it first came out.  But here’s a new version featuring Kid Cudi in the remix.  And look at it this way: this just gives you a reason to watch Shakira shake her hips and jump around on a bed again.  Win-win.

She Wolf is in stores now.

[Via KanyeBlog]

Kid Cudi: Grammy nominations, upcoming album, Freestyle

Rapper Kid Cudi has received three Grammy nods: Best Rap Solo Performance for Day ‘n’ Nite; Best Rap Song for Day ‘n’ Nite; and Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group for Make Her Say (Featuring Common and Kanye West).  His freshman album Man on the Moon: The End of Day deserves album of the year, but that’s just me (and probably a whole lot of other people, but whatever).  Be sure to check out the 2010 Grammy Awards on January 31 at 8PM on CBS.

Kid Cudi recently sat down with MTV News and shared some information about his forthcoming sophomore album called Cudder:

Cudder, I already got five tracks locked in. We got Snoop, we got Pharrell. I just was in the studio with him. We got Jim Jonsin. I did a record with him. I’m gonna get back in the studio with him. Trying to get the right amount of hit records on this. It’s gonna be the complete opposite of what Man on the Moon was. Man on the Moon was so serious. This one is gonna be more playful and fun. It’s about having a good time.”

People reaching out to me wanting to collab is so bugged out.  I remember when nobody wanted to do any song with me, let alone listen to my sh–. It’s been humbling since Kanye reached out. People seek my creativity; that’s dope. I don’t do the normal sh–. I don’t make the normal songs. So when people reach out, that means they’re on the same frequency.”

Definitely looking forward to Cudder.  For now, though, Cudi wishes us happy holidays with a freshly cooked freestyle called “cudderisback.”  Stream it below and download it here.

[audio: Kid Cudi – cudderisback.mp3]

[Via DatNewCudi, here, here, & here; MTV News]

Music video: Shakira “does it again;” Kid Cudi to be featured

“Did It Again” is the next single off Shakira’s forthcoming album.  If you enjoyed Shakira’s routine in “She Wolf” wait until you see how she moves in bed.  The album She Wolf releases November 27.

In much related news, newly-famed rapper Kid Cudi will be featured on the remix to “Did It Again.”  Go ahead and look forward to that.  Also, keep in mind that this track plus five others are produced by Pharrell Williams of The Neptunes.  Another track is produced by Wyclef Jean.

[Via DatNewCudi]

Kid Cudi talks “Cudder,” his next studio album

Soon after the release of his first studio album, Man on the Moon: The End of Day, rapper Kid Cudi is already talking about his next album called Cudder.  Cudi labels the next album a collaboration CD that will feature artists that inspire him.  In his own words…

“Cudder is basically an album of me working with artists that have inspired me or artists that have helped me grow and people who I’ve always admired. So far, we’ve got Snoop, Travis Barker — trying to get Green Day onboard, hopefully, Kings of Leon, hopefully. I’m really trying to do all the collabs that I couldn’t do for the [Man on the Moon] album, and then some, because the album was so themed that I had to strip a lot of features. We’re going to have the Clipse on this compilation, Robin Thicke, hopefully we’re going to get in the studio, I just did a record for his upcoming album; it’s amazing.”

Expect to listen to what is sure to be another hit from newcomer Kid Cudi this summer “at the latest.”

[Via DatNewCudi]

Kid Cudi joins Lady Gaga on tour, feeds the ‘Fame Monster’

It has just been announced that successful newcomer Kid Cudi will be joining Lady Gaga on her upcoming tour called “The Monster Ball.”  The tour begins on November 27 in Montreal and ends in New York City on January 21.  Cudder will be the supporting act for the entire duration of the tour.  Ticket information has not yet been released.  Look after the break for the tour dates; the gallery below reveals the official tour poster.

In related news, Lady Gaga will be re-releasing her successful freshman hit “The Fame.”  “The Fame Monster” will include 10 new tracks.  It releases on November 24.  The image above is the album cover, and the gallery below has the deluxe edition album cover.  The covers were designed and photographed by Hedi Slimane.

[Via DatNewCudi; KanyeBlog]

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Man on the Moon: The End of Day vinyl is slick

We all know Kid Cudi’s freshman album, Man on the Moon: The End of Day, is doing very well.  It sold 104,419  in-store copies in its first week!  Being added to the regular and extended editions of the CD and digital download versions is a limited vinyl edition.  The vinyl even includes the digital copy of the album.  For all you DJs and collectors out there be sure to pick up MOTM: TEOD in vinyl.  It’s available at Amazon right now for $12.99.

[Via DatNewCudi]

MOTM: The End of Day sells 104,000 copies in first week

Yeah people, that’s what I’m talking about!  Thanks to contributions from all over, Kid Cudi has sold 104,419  in-store copies of his freshman album, Man on the Moon: The End of Day.  He fell just shy of the number one spot behind Muse’s Resistance which sold 125,322 copies.  The album landed itself at the number four spot on the charts behind Muse, Whitney Houston and Jay-Z.  If you haven’t picked it up yet, do yourself a great favor and get it right this instant.  It’s medicine for the soul I tell you.  Here, I’ll make it easy for you:

iTunes: Man On The Moon: The End Of Day (regular edition, $9.99)  //  iTunes: Man On The Moon: The End Of Day (expanded edition, $11.99)

Amazon: Man On The Moon: The End Of Day (regular edition, $10.99)  //  Amazon: Man On The Moon: The End Of Day (expanded edition, $14.99)

[Via DatNewCudi]

Kid Cudi – Man on the Moon: The End of Day drops tomorrow

If nothing has enticed you yet to pick up Cudi’s freshman album tomorrow, this will.  Kid Cudi recently performed “Pursuit of Happiness,” the third single off his new album, live on Letterman.  Those of you who are sick of his most popular single Day ‘N Nite please watch this and understand the scope of Cudi’s fresh and energetic talent.  The way he commands the stage reveals a less edgy and more smooth vision of hip hop (or rap).  And for you rockers out there, there is a sweet guitar solo by featured guest Ratatat.  It’s really a great song, and I am sure such new and inventive musical raw talent will be plentiful on the album.  Man on the Moon: The End of Day–get yours.

[Via DatNewCudi]

Kid Cudi x Bape t-shirt unveiled, part of Fashion’s Night Out on Sept. 10

Kid Cudi plans on celebrating the release of his first and highly anticipated album by releasing a limited edition Kid Cudi x Milo BAPE tee.  On September 10 from 6PM-9PM, the shirt will be sold at the Bape store in NYC with Man on the Moon: End of Day playing in the background.  This will be a first listen for fans who are awaiting the album’s September 15 release.  The shirt will be available only in black, sizes small to XX-large, and will likely cost $80.  See an image of the tee in the gallery below.  (It is quite different from the potential design leak reported last week.)  Let the line formation begin.

This special event is one among many happening on Sepempter 10 in NYC and around the world.  Fashion’s Night Out is a “global celebration of fashion.”  Many clothing designers and retailers will stay open late until at least 11PM hosting special events for shoppers.  The festivities are open to everyone.  Check out the official website for more information.

[Via DatNewCudi]