..::Biggie .vs. Tupac::..

While everybody is focused on NOTORIOUS the movie that is taking the hip-hop world by storm and the folks over at HOT 104.1 are asking if not Biggie then who is the greatest rapper? I thought it only be so appropriate that I post the video below. And to all my Biggie fans - ENJOY.

V.I.P. Suite: Gorilla Zoe

(photos taken by: Jami B, suiteSTL.com)

We’ve all heard the stereotypes of today’s rapper: Money, cars, clothes, sex, and sometimes vulgarity at its rawest form. Aside from his gear of sagging jeans, cocked hat, and oversize shirt Atlanta rapper Gorilla Zoe dispels those myths. His mannerism tonight is playful infused with a twang of southern charm, his answers are well thought out taking a pause before answering each question, and he is adamant about keeping it real at all times.

What are you bringing different to the table with your new album Please Don’t Feed the Animals?
I’ve done the club songs and the booty popping music you can only shake your ass so much. With this album I’m talking about real shit and real issues. This is something you never heard before from Zoe. This is album is about real life shit.

Were you surprised with this success of Hood Nigga?
I was surprised with success period. On the real this wasn’t guaranteed. I could’ve still been out there in the streets.

Where do you stand on the “hip hop is dead” issue?
Hip hop to me is just like dancing, it all evolves into something else. Saying hip hop is dead is just like Run DMC telling NWA they killing hip hop and NWA saying that to No Limit and No Limit to Cash Money and Cash Money to Soulja Boy. You have to adjust with change. Hip Hop is far from dead, it’s just changing.

Tell me one thing about you that people don’t know that you wish they understood about you?
I’m educated, well rounded, and just a real ass dude.

Pac or Biggie?
Pac, I could most definitely relate more to Pac, he was rapping about the type of stuff where I was at in my life, thugging.

Nas or Jay-Z?
Nas, and I say that because I love real shit!

Alonzo or Gorilla Zoe?
Alonzo, and I mean that because I am always Alonzo that is who I am and nothing will change that, but Gorilla Zoe is who I am at a certain time.

Gorilla Zoe was recently in St. Louis for the Lil Wayne concert in which he later offered the sound advice of “go hard and put your money together” to St. Louis rappers who are known for not working together (i.e. – New St. Louis vs Old New St. Louis). St. Louis has made a good impression on Zoe who says it reminds him of how Atlanta use to be, “down home”. Gorilla Zoe has worked with St. Louis’ own Jus Bleezy and is a fan of Kanye West, T.I., and Rick Ross. When talking with Zoe you can feel the humility and appreciation of the position he is in. It’s clear that he is aware that he is lucky to have the opportunity to go into the studio and pour out his heart through his passion for rapping. His video for his new single Lost just made is debut on 106 and Park last week, the song is also blazing the hip hop radio airwaves and is sure to be a top song of 2009. Make sure you grab a copy of his sophomore album Please Don’t Feed the Animals.

Cryssrenee, Gorilla Zoe and Jami B

SOLD OUT: Rickey Smiley

According to STL House of Comedy owner Dee Lee, Rickey Smiley was the fastest selling show ever at his comedy club in St. Louis. That means the HOT 104.1's morning show host sold out faster than D.L. Hughley when he was in town. It's no secret that every Friday I can be found at Dee Lee's House of Comedy catching the 8:30 show but I haven't seen a crowd like this since the Election watch party. Dee Lee opened up at his own club making sure he got the crowd ready for the national headliner. I know most people in St. Louis still remember Dee Lee as a Radio personality but he is even a better comic. Another comedian Ced (who I've never heard of) showed up and out as he almost made me fall out of my chair a couple of times during his show.

When Rickey Smiley hit the stage his greeting alone made a sister laugh. You know he wasn't going to do comedy without a addressing the Pimp comedian Katt Williams. He said he was going to hold him down and put his hair in ponytails and barrettes. LOL. Now you know Katt Williams don't play about his hair but he had to address that fool calling veteran comics Steve Harvey and Cedric the Entertainer "has beens". He loves him some purple and gold so he had to acknowledge all the fraternities and sororities in the house even the 1 lonely Iota. Then he started shouting out the Crips, Bloods, Vic Lords and McDonald's workers who seemed to represent as well. He tried to do a little set with a keyboard but since it wasn't hooked up to his liking he scrapped that and ended the show with an old school set which was accompanied by him dancing his skinny self around the stage. Overall I must say that the show was one of the best I've seen at the House of Comedy.

If you haven't checked this club out you better get your game up and get tickets to the next show which is set to feature Esau McGraw. But no need to wait until the weekend because P-Dub (you know him as Pretty Willie) will be there on Wednesday for the Urban Suite.

WAKE UP CALL: 42Year Old Man Killed

A 42 year old man from Florrisant was killed last night by three men after he went outside to see why his car alarm was going off. Terry Davis died last night around 8 o'clock just because some senseless punks decided to break into cars. Excuse me if I seem pissed off, but I really hate when people decide to steal instead of getting a job. The killing took place in the 2900 block of Locust. Davis was shot twice in the back. Only a coward shoots a man who doesn't even know it's coming. For the full story you can go here. Come on St. Louis, we so have to do better.

SuiteSTyLe of the Week: Mary J. Blige

I may be a tad bit bias when it comes to Mary J. I am a huge fan of her music and style. Once again she didn't disappoint me. Here she is at the premier of Notorious, looking well relaxed and winter appropriate. This whole look gets my stamp of approval.

Ready for a Laugh

Your favorite cross dressing church announcement making old lady comedian is coming to town this weekend. You know him as the host of HOT 104.1's morning show....RICKEY SMILEY. He will be doing his thing all weekend long at Dee Lee's House of Comedy. Make sure you get your tickets TODAY because this extra skinny brother is sure to sell out.

A Bit Of Advice

This morning I opened our email and was surprised to see that someone had sent in a letter with some thoughts that have obviously been on her mind. I have so many things running through my head and I will address her issues but this may be to big for me, she may need advice from a lot of people or probably just a good therapist. Here is the letter

7:32 PM (16 hours ago) Reply

Dear Suite,
I've recently found myself in a crazy situation. I want to talk to my friends but i know they will judge me. I am in a situation that i cant get myself out of. I've known this guy for a while and i really like him. we were just friends but the past year we have become intimate. he makes me smile and makes me feel complete. the problem with the situation is that he is my cousin's boyfriend. i know he and i should not have gone there and i really can't explain how it happened. I was pregnant by him in the summer and i had a miscarriage. my cousin was there with me the whole time rubbing my back and just being there for me. she was pissed that "the father" was not there for me. I hate going to family functions b/c they are together. Sometimes we kind of share a look or something but it makes me feel bad because she is like my best friend too. I really don't want to stop messing with him but I know that if she finds out she will be pissed at me.And don't get me wrong i luv my cousin, but this is the best relationship I ever been in. this is a horrible situation and i just need some sound advice on what to do.

Wow, I don't really know where to start with this. I normally don't like to give advice but since she seems kind of in a desperate situation we will try to help. The fact that he is your cousin's man does make this situation crazy. If I were you I would get out. Put yourself in her shoes and imagine the pain you would feel from a betrayal like this. The thing with love is that you can't help who you love, but you can stop the love. Stay away from him or just come out and tell her so it won't seem like you are being shady. No one can judge you far going there, but I think you are judging yourself because deep down you know that it is wrong.