JAY-Z Hard Knock Site

“NY-Z” – An ABSOLUT Collaboration with Jay-Z

james pong — Wed, 24 Mar 2010 16:26:55 +0000

ABSOLUT Vodka presents this new 15-minute short film featuring Jay-Z. The documentary, titled NY-Z, was directed by Danny Clinch and paints a rare portrait of the global hip-hop icon. With unprecedented access to Jay-Z the days and moments leading up to, and after, his legendary September 11th benefit concert at Madison Square Garden, Danny Clinch gives us an intimate glimpse into Jay-Z: his childhood, his motivation as an artist, his passion for music, and his muse, New York.

Happy Birthday, JAY-Z

james pong — Fri, 04 Dec 2009 14:26:14 +0000

JAY-Z turns 40 today. He just released The Blueprint 3 album earlier this year, with “Empire State of Mind” topping the Billboard Hot 100 chart and “D.O.A. (Death of Auto-Tune)” nominated for Grammy.

Jay-Z and Will and Jada Pinkett Smith Join ‘Fela’

james pong — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 01:12:44 +0000

Jay-Z and Will and Jada Pinkett Smith have officially joined the producing team of the Broadway musical “Fela!” (feh-LAH’).

Jay-Z told The Associated Press last month that he might be getting involved in the show, an Afrobeat musical about the life of Nigerian musician Fela Anikulapo-Kuti (ah-knee-coo-LAH’-po coo-TEE’). Now producers say he and the Smiths are in, though there’s no word on how much of a financial investment the three have made in the show.
“Fela!” is now in previews at the Eugene O’Neill Theatre and opens next Monday. It’s directed and choreographed by Bill T. Jones.

Oprah Interviews JAY-Z

james pong — Sat, 26 Sep 2009 16:21:07 +0000

On Thursday, September 24, 2009, Oprah Winfrey interviewed JAY-Z on her show. JAY-Z told Oprah just about everything from his childhood to his drug-dealing to his marriage and of course, on how to rap.

Oprah interviews JAY-Z, Part 1 of 4

Oprah interviews JAY-Z, Part 2 of 4

Oprah interviews JAY-Z, Part 3 of 4

Oprah interviews JAY-Z, Part 4 of 4

Oprah: JAY-Z Smelled Good

james pong — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 06:03:35 +0000

Recently, on a call with Gayle King on Sirius Satellite Radio’s Oprah Radio, Oprah mentioned that JAY-Z smell so good. Now, watch out, Beyonce!

JAY-Z’s Tribute To The Beastie Boys At All Points West

james pong — Sat, 08 Aug 2009 14:22:34 +0000

Watch JAY-Z’s tribute to the Beastie Boys at All Points West.

JAY-Z – D.O.A (Death of Auto-Tune) Music Video

james pong — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 02:12:31 +0000

Check out JAY-Z’s D.O.A (Death of Auto-Tune) Music Video!

JAY-Z & Coldplay – Lost & Viva La Vida Live at 51st Grammy Awards

james pong — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 01:29:53 +0000

JAY-Z appeared alongside Coldplay to perform "Lost & Viva La Vida" at the 51st Annual Grammy Awards.

Happy 39th Birthday, JAY-Z!

james pong — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 16:00:11 +0000

JAY-Z celebrates his 39th birthday today.

2008 has been a great year for JAY-Z, even though he left Def Jam in January 2008, many great things happened afterwards — marriage with Beyonce in April 2008. In the same month as well, he was awarded the most expensive contracts ever to a musician with his partnership with Live Nation for $150 million. He also successfully headlined many summer festivals in 2008 in Europe.

JAY-Z and Beyoncé Are Married

james pong — Sun, 06 Apr 2008 00:00:20 +0000

After their announcement a few days ago, JAY-Z and Beyoncé are finally married, at least according to People Magazine.

Wish them best of luck!