Apr 9, 2013
Snoop Dogg Says Hip Hop Won't Accept A Gay Rapper. Hot 97's Ebro Thinks They Are Already Here
Snoop Dogg a.k.a. Snoop Lion recently stated that the hip hop community would not support an openly gay rapper because the culture is all about masculinity. In Snoop's opinion Frank Ocean was accepted because he's a singer.
"Frank Ocean ain't no rapper. He's a singer. It's acceptable in the singing world, but in the rap world I don't know if it will ever be acceptable because rap is so masculine," the rapper told The Guardian. "It's like a football team. You can't be in a locker room full of motherf*cking tough-a$ dudes, then all of a sudden say, 'Hey, man, I like you.' You know, that's going to be tough."
On Hot 97's Ebro said that fans are already supporting gay rappers, they just don't know it.
"We're probably supporting a gay rapper right now," Ebro said. "Based on the number of gay Americans there are that we know about, odds are are that one of these rappers is probably gay."
J. Cole Announces Release Date For 'Born Sinner' Album
Roc Nation artist J. Cole will be delivering his sophomore album titled Born Sinner this summer. He made the announcement last night via his Twitter page.
Charlamagne Tha God Says Rich Dollaz is Holding Olivia Back & Tells Him To Suck His D**k [Video]
Charlamagne tha God shares his thoughts on Rich Dollaz's career, claiming that Rich's playing himself out by saying Erica Mena is the next J.Lo, and also thinks Rich is holding Olivia back in her career. Charlamagne says that if Olivia wants to continue pursuing her career she needs to let go of Rich.
Family Of Michael Clarke Duncan Investigating His Fiancee Omarosa Manigault To See If She Influenced Him To Make Her The Main Beneficiary Of His Will Prior To His Death
The family of late actor Michael Clarke Duncan think something fishy may have taken place regarding his will in the months leading up to his death.
Duncan's sister, Judy, has hired a lawyer to investigate the circumstances that led up to him changing his will. And to find out if his fiancee, Omarosa Manigault, had anything to do with it.
In April 2012 Duncan made Omarosa the main beneficiary of his will. His family doesn't think the "Green Mile" actor was in his right state of mind at the time. They claim that as early as December 2011 he began to show signs that he was ill by slurring his words and stumbling around, reports TMZ.
Judy claims Omarosa became fixated on her brother's money after he suffered a heart attack in July 2012, heightening the family's suspicions of her. Duncan was subsequently placed on life support. He passed away on September 3, 2012 at the age of 54.
Duncan's family is also angry because Omarosa has sold many of his possessions without their knowledge including his "Green Mile" director's chair, awards, cars and watches.
Omarosa made a statement to TMZ accusing Judy of being the one who is after Duncan's money.
"I don't control the estate or the finances and Judy knows it. If you saw all of her emails and texts to me you would see that she is just trying to get money from me, and threatened going to press if I did not give it to her and that is a crime!"
Duncan left Judy $100,000 in his will.
Shawty Lo - Extra x It's Been Real [Official Music Videos]
Shawty Lo is grinding harder than ever promoting his latest mixtape, I'm Da Man 4. Today he releases two music videos off of the project for "Extra," produced by B. Weezy and "It's Been Real," produced by Zaytoven.
Directed by Chris Ferguson for GT Gilms
Ransom - Arson [Official Music Video]
Ransom is gearing up for the release of his latest mixtape, The Alternative. The New Jersey emcee decides to drop an official music video for "Arson," which will be on the project.
Directed by Whartonberg and Sonny Black. Edited by Ransom shot by BoB
Nitty Scott, MC Talks About Her Start As A Rapper, Moving From Florida To NYC To Achieve Her Dreams & More [Video]
With all of the bottle popping, rain making and molly ingesting going on in today's hip hop scene, the art of lyricism seems to be taking a backseat with the exception of a few artists.
Nitty Scott, MC is one of the new school artists who puts an emphasis on her lyrics and her fans appreciate it.
Nitty sits down with Okayplayer in their latest installment of Okayplayspace, She talks about getting her start as an emcee, making the move from Florida to New York City to make her dreams come true, her first performance and favorite places to do live shows.
Jay-Z Heads Back To Universal After Inking Multi-Year Agreement For Roc Nation With The Company
Jay-Z is taking his Roc Nation label to Universal. Universal Music Group announced that they have entered into a multi-year agreement with Jay's company. Jay has reportedly been shopping for a deal the past several months. UMG beat out Sony Music Entertainment and Warner Music Group to secure the deal.
As part of the agreement, forthcoming albums from Jay, Rihanna, J. Cole and other artists under the imprint will be released through UMG worldwide, according to a press release
Lucian Grainge, Chairman and CEO of UMG, stated, "In just five years, Roc Nation has established itself as one of the most successful brands in music with a reputation for developing some of today¹s most influential and popular talent. Not only does this agreement provide a dynamic platform for Roc Nation's exciting emerging artists, it extends our relationship with the extraordinary Rihanna and represents a homecoming for JAY Z-a brilliant artist and entrepreneur, who has been a creative cornerstone of our company. All of us at UMG are thrilled that JAY and Roc Nation chose UMG as their partners, knowing we will support their artists with a level of resources, expertise and passion that is simply unmatched in the industry."
In 1999, Jay left Def Jam/Universal. This new agreement brings the platinum selling rapper full circle.
"We are looking forward to working with Lucian and the incredible team he's assembled at Universal. We would like to applaud Lucian for collaborating with us to strike a new age deal. This agreement presents a unique opportunity for Roc Nation's artists-being able to continue to operate as an independent label with the strength, power and reach of the best major. I look forward to a long and prosperous collaboration with UMG. It feels good to be home," Jay said in a statement.
Financial terms of the agreement were not disclosed.
Did Ray J Violate Kim Kardashian & Kanye West With 'I Hit It First' Song? Singer Says "It's All Love." Hot 97's Peter Rosenberg & Ebro Think Differently [Video]
Over the weekend Ray J showed he could care less what anybody thinks about his music, especially former girlfriend Kim Kardashian and her current boyfriend Kanye West, when he released the song "I Hit It First."
Hot 97's Peter Rosenberg and Ebro think he violated because Kim is pregnant.
Ray called the station to defend himself.
"It's a song. It's not about that, it's a concept. People going way too deep," Ray said. "They just gotta keep it on the surface. I'm not trying to create no war. It's all love."
Apr 8, 2013
Apr 7, 2013
Nyce Da Future - Diamonds
Mobb Deep affiliate Nyce Da Future has consistently put out quality over the years. He's back with a new track titled "Diamonds." The song was produced by @juice4eva. The Rihanna "Diamonds" sample on the hook is slick.
Tyga - Hotel California: Album Production Credits & Booklet. 2Pac Vocals Left Off Of Project.
YMCMB rapper Tyga is getting ready to release his third studio album, Hotel California, on April 9th. Thanks to HHNM we get our first look at the projects production credits and booklet.
The previously announced collaboration with Tupac Shakur will not be featured on the album. The label might not have been able to get clearance for Pac's vocals in time for the album's release, however Jadakiss remains on the "Hit 'Em Up" track.
Pharrell Williams Celebrates 40th Birthday In Miami With Lil Wayne, Miley Cyrus, Pusha T & More [Pics]
Super producer Pharell Williams rang in his 40th birthday in style among celebrity at Liv nightclub in Miami on Friday, April 5th.
Good friends Miley Cyrus, Lil Wayne, Pusha T, Leah LaBelle, Jennifer Hudson, Chad Hugo and Teyana Taylor all showed up to make sure the birthday boy had a good time.
Chad manned the turntables during the event. A special cake designed by KAWS was presented to Pharell
Apr 6, 2013
Goodie Mob New Album Release Date
Goodie Mob’s Age Against The Machine has been in the works for a few years. And now that it is finally complete, the group’s manager tells Fuse that June 19 will officially be the release date. This marks the group’s first album in 9 years
Ray J Dropping A New Single Titled "I Hit It First," Artwork Suggests Kim Kardashian
Ray J, last seen getting swung on by rapper Bad Azz, is one funny, or slanderous depending on your perspective, character. The R&B crooner is dropping a new single called "I Hit It First." Of course, that title will automatically have many wondering if he is referring to his blue movie co-star Kim Kardashian and it's artwork will also bolster that belief.
By now we all know it was Brandy's brother fornicating with Kim on video that sent her on her way to fame. Even her current boyfriend, and baby daddy to be, Kanye West said so."Break records in Louis, ate breakfast at Gucci/My girl a superstar all from a home movie/Bow at our arrival, the un-American Idols." spits Ye on the Hit-Boy produced "Clique."
But Ray is upping the ante with his new single's artwork. It features a pixelated image that very well could be of Kim Kardashian. The photo of what might be original image, Kardashian in a bikini, can be seen below. "I Hit It First" will premiere on TMZ at 7 a.m. ET on Monday(April 8) morning.
For the record, Ray J is 32-years-old.
Future Talks Future Hendrix, Rihanna, Auto-Tune & More [VIDEO]
Future set out to make his mark in 2013, and so far he's showed and proved by dropping, penning, and crooning on some of the biggest records of the year. This alone made a great candidate to sit in the hot seat on this week's episode of Life+Times' series The Roundup, hosted by veteran journalist Shaheem Reid.
The sit down falls in line with those in previous episodes, as Reid facilitates more of a natural dialogue than an interview with the Atlanta native. Among the topics discussed were his influences, his musical family, how he found autotune, collaborating with Rihanna and more.
Little do people know that Future's cousin is Rico Wade of Organized Noize, who was a member of ATL's infamous Dungeon Family. For context, know that this is the clique that bred Outkast and The Goodie Mobb.
"Through the Dungeon Family I got my name Future. I was the youngest one at the dungeon. They older guys, they like 10-15 years older than me, so they just called me the future since I was so young," said the "Karate Chop" rapper.
"You just learned so much being at the Dungeon like you at school. You got Big Rube, you got dudes like Khujo, you got Cee-Lo, you know they minds so big and it just expands you," continued Future, who says The Dungeon Family didn't feel his use of autotune at first.
Ironically, that vocal effect has taken him to the top, despite his naysayers. Even with his newfound star power, Future is still inspired by the game and cherishes what it's done for him. This includes him receiving a surprising call to work with Jennifer Lopez
Kelly Rowland Visits The Breakfast Club, Talks New Album + Keyshia Cole's Struggle Tweets
Whenever a guest visits Power 105.1's The Breakfast Club they have to be willing to keep it candid. Kelly Rowland had her turn in the hot seat and opened up about a bunch of topics, including her new album, what she likes in the bedroom, and Keyshia Cole's never-ending struggle.
Regarding her forthcoming Talk A Good Game album, for which she teamed with the likes of Pharrell Williams, Boi-1da, and The Dream, Rowland couldn't be more excited--especially to work with the Radio Killah."I love Dream," she said. "He's such an R&B genius. I love him because he still has a passion and wants everything to be different and creative. He pushed me to do something different and to be completely stripped and honest on the record. I'm in love with this album."
Outside of the project their was a pit stop conversation about "Kisses Down Low," before she recounted the Super Bowl halftime show that didn't sit well with Keyshia Cole. Rowland fell short of defending Michelle Williams' performance saying, "I don't remember what happened on stage." But when questioned about Cole's jabs at Beyoncé's "Bow Down" record, she made her stance clear. "I think the silence is the best power because you don't have to say nothing, they did all the talking" Rowland explained. "Keep talking. I don't think that it's important to fire back because you['re] just fueling the fire. I just think that you don't have to do that, we too grown for that stuff."
She also gave the female race advice on how to process Bey demanding that they kiss the ring. "When you understand who you are as a woman, you can accept the record."
That was aimed at you, Keyshia Cole.
Apr 5, 2013
Shooters In Attempted Rick Ross Drive-By Were In A BMW
More details have emerged surrounding the attempted drive-by shooting of Rick Ross back in January. Witnesses at the scene revealed that the shooter, or shooters, that blasted at Rozay while he was driving Rolls Royce with his girlfriend in the passenger seat were in a BMW.
The Huffington Post reports:
The Fort Lauderdale police report released Thursday says witnesses saw three or four people inside an older model, burgundy- or maroon-colored BMW before the shots rang out. Neither Ross nor his girlfriend, fashion designer Shateria L. Moragne-el, were injured in the Jan. 28 attack. The bullets mostly struck nearby businesses.
The witnesses told police that the car's occupants fired out of their passenger side window at Ross's vehicle, according to the report. Police recovered 18 bullet casings.
"The witnesses ducked for cover in their vehicle due to the rapid gunfire, but were able to see the vehicle flee eastbound," the report says.
The report also says that Ross was armed with a loaded 9mm semiautomatic handgun located in his waistband. Ross, whose real name is William Leonard Roberts II, did not draw the gun. The police report also notes that Ross has a suspended concealed weapon permit.
Police are reviewing video from 20 surveillance cameras in the area for clues. The footage has not been made public.
A couple of weeks ago it was revealed that Ross was in possession of a Smith & Wesson semi-automatic handgun during the incident. However, he was too busy driving to pull the gun and return fire.
Currently, the "MC Hammer" rapper is dealing with the backlash to a lyric that condones date r@pe in a verse he dropped Rocko's "U.N.E.N.O." Just yesterday, protesters gathered at the Reebok store in New York City to demand that the sneaker company sever ties with the MMG rapper.
Trayvon Martin's Parents Settle Wrongful Death Suit, $1 Million Payout Expected
The parents of Trayvon Martin have settled a wrongful death lawsuit, the Orlando Sentinel reports. Tracy Martin and Sybrina Fulton are expected to receive a $1 million payout in the agreement.
According to legal documents made public Friday (April 5), Martin family lawyer, Benjamin Crump, filed the paperwork. In the five pages released, settlement figures were blacked out. The names of the parties dispersing the money to the Martin family were also retracted.
As stated in the settlement agreement, neither Crump nor Martin's parents will speak on the dollar amount. "I have no comment on that subject," he said. "I know you did not get that from me."
Martin, 17, was gunned down by George Zimmerman last February. The high school student was walking back to the home of his father's girlfriend leading up to the run-in that cut his life short. Zimmerman noted Martin as looking suspicious, and not belonging in the neighborhood. The two exchanged words, but why the former neighborhood watch captain shot the youngster is up for interpretation.
Zimmerman asserts that he fired out of self-defense after Martin allegedly broke his broke his nose, but faces second-degree murder for the act.
Since his death, Martin's parents have remained in the public eye keeping their son's memory alive and seeking legal retribution for the tragedy. Last August Fulton was named in an insurance claim filed against the Retreat at Twin Lakes homeowners association, which is where the shooting took place. Traveler Casualty and Surety, the company insuring the association, responded by filing a counter suit against Fulton asking for clarification of liability. The counter suit was dropped a few months later.
Zimmerman's lawyer, Mike O'Mara, revealed that Martin's parents were offered $1 million to settle but refused the amount.
Crump also intends to file a suit against Zimmerman whose murder trial begins in June.
Wesley Snipes Released From Prison, Now On House Arrest
Blade aka Nino Brown from New Jack City aka Wesley Snipes has been released from prison. The acclaimed actor had been in the bing since 2010 for tax evasion. TMZ reports:
Passenger 57 is no longer Inmate #43355-018 -- TMZ has learned Wesley Snipes has been released from prison.
The Federal Bureau of Prisons tells TMZ ... Snipes was released on April 2 and transferred to the New York Community Corrections Office, which will oversee his home confinement.
Home confinement (aka house arrest) will end July 19.
Snipes checked into McKean Federal Correctional Institution in Pennsylvania back in December 2010 after he was convicted for failing to file federal income tax returns.
Let this be a reminder ... you've got 10 days left, people!!!Back in 2008, Snipes was convicted of willful failure to file federal income tax returns. Despite a number of appeals, he began serving his three year sentence in December, 2010 and even filed another appeal in 2011 that was rejected.
Our only advice for Mr. Snipes is a handy Jay-Z lyric from "Show You How" off The Blueprint 2; "Pay ya taxes, you ni--as is hustling backwards."
Welcome home Wesley!
Do Jada Pinkett & Will Smith Have An Open Marriage? "I've Always Told Will: You Can Do Whatever You Want," Says Jada
Rumors that Will Smith and his wife, Jada Pinkett Smith have an open marriage have been around for years. In a new interview with Huffpost Live, Jada seems to confirm those rumors.
"I think people get that idea because Will and I are very relaxed with one another," Jada said. "From how I've answered questions. 'Girl, what would you do if he came home [with another woman]?' My answer is, I've always told Will: You can do whatever you want as long as you can look at yourself in the mirror and be okay. Because at the end of the day Will is his own man. I'm here as his partner, but he is his own man. He has to decide who he wants to be and that's not for me to do for him. Or vice versa."
The couple has been married for fifteen years and have two children, Jaden, 14, and Willow, 12.
"I don't think it's easy to be married to anyone," Pinkett Smith told HuffPost Live. "I think that you have to go into a relationship knowing. Especially when you're dedicating yourself to someone for the rest of your life, this is a life partnership."
Whatever works I guess.
Eve Lip Lock Cover & Tracklist
We get up close with E-V-E on the front cover of her fourth studio album, Lip Lock. Not to take the first project in 11 years seriously, here’s what she says with Billboard:
“I don’t want people to take [Lip Lock] too seriously. I’m not trying to relive any moments of my life. I’m in a new place in my life. I’m almost a new artist. It’s a fun record. I just hope that some of my fans, especially the ones that grew up with me, will just take ['Lip Lock'] how it is and have an open mind, head and heart. Hopefully [fans] will say, ‘Let me listen to where she is now.’ You will recognize me from Ruff Ryders [and] lyrically I’m still that girl.”Tracklist
1. EVE
2. She Bad Bad
3. Make It Out This Town (Feat. Gabe Saporta)
4. All Night (Feat. Propain)
5. Keep Me From You (Feat. Dawn Richard)
6. Mama in the Kitchen
7. Zero Below
8. Forgive Me
9. Never Gone (Feat. Chrisette Michele)
10. Grind or Die
11. She Bad Bad (remix) (Feat. Pusha T)
Thieves Steal Nearly A Half Million Dollars Worth Of Valuables & Cash From Miami Heat Player, Chris Bosh's Home While His Kids & Babysitters Were Inside [Video]
Miami Heat player Chris Bosh was the victim of a major burglary Wednesday night. Thieves slipped into his Miami Beach home and walked away with $479,000 worth of cash, jewelry and purses.
-- 12 watches (worth $300k) -- 2 rings ($4,000) -- several purses ($155,000) -- $20,000 in cash
According to TMZ, Bosh's kids, another teenager and two babysitters were in the home at the time of the burglary, but none of them heard a thing.
Police say the thieves took their time and handpicked all of the items they wanted. Bosh's championship ring was spared.
The player and his wife, Adrienne, were out celebrating his 29th birthday at the time of the break in. When they got home they realized their closet had been ransacked. Bosh contacted his security director and his assistant. Police were called at 12:30 a.m.
There were no signs of forced entry, however two doors were unlocked.
"We are leaning on the side of this being an inside job," Miami Beach Police spokesman Bobby Hernandez told NBC Miami.
Police are interviewing the babysitters and checking to see if any contractors had been to the home recently.
The home is equipped with surveillance cameras and an alarm. The alarm wasn't activated because the babysitters were there. Authorities are reviewing tape from the cameras looking for leads
Apr 4, 2013
Waka Flocka Freestyles, Says There's No Beef With Gucci Mane, Talks 'Flockaveli 2,' What Caused 2Pac's Downfall & More [Video]
Waka Flocka Flame drops in for another chat with Montreality. The Brick Squad Monopoly boss kicks the interview off with a rare freestyle. He then shifts gears to talk about his upcoming Flockaveli 2 album, the Duflocka Rant: Halftime Show mixtape, Nas being his favorite Queens rapper and linking up with Wyclef Jean.
Waka also says there's no beef with Gucci Mane, speaks on his relationship with Russell Simmons, what caused 2Pac's downfall and more.
Talib Kweli Says Rick Ross Is A 'Misguided 40-Year Old' Who Should Apologize For Rape Lyrics. Protest Planned By UltraViolet At Reebok's NYC Store On April 4th Demanding Ross Be Dropped [Video]
Veteran emcee Talib Kweli has joined the growing list of people taking Rick Ross to task over his lyrics in the song “U.O.E.N.O.”
Ross raps about slipping molly into his date's drink, then taking her home for sex without her consent.
“Put molly all in her champagne / She ain’t even know it / I took her home and I enjoyed that / She ain’t even know it," Ross raps in the song.
The rapper later offered up an apology that many didn't believe was sincere.
“Woman is the most precious gift known to man. And there was a misunderstanding with a lyric…a misinterpretation where the term rape was used. I would never use the term rape, you know, in my lyrics. And as far as my camp, hip hop don’t condone that, the streets don’t condone that, nobody condones that," said Ross.
In an interview with Huffpost Live, Kweli criticized the MMG CEO for his lyrics in the song. He added that he wasn't buying Ross' apology.
"I don't care if Rick Ross is 40 years old. He's a misguided 40-year-old person," Talib said. "Rick Ross condoned rape in that song and he should apologize. His apology that he offered was unacceptable."
As previously reported, the anti-sexism group UltraViolet, started a petition urging Reebok to drop Ross
The group has taken it's demands one step further. They are now going to bring their petition with 71,763 signatures to Reebok's flagship store in New York City, 420 5th Ave, in Manhattan on Thursday (April 4th) to protest in person according to a press release.
Following on the heels of a week of controversy over Reebok’s silence on their spokesman Rick Ross’ new song in which he brags about drugging and raping a woman, UltraViolet members are planning to deliver 71,763+ petitions to the company’s flagship NYC store demanding the company fire him. The Reebok spokesman’s response that in not using the word “rape” he is off the hook has only escalated complaints that he does not fit Reebok’s image.
“In remaining silent, Reebok is using it’s brand to promote rape,” said Nita Chaudhary, co-founder of UltraViolet. “Reebok and Rick Ross have crossed a line— not only does Ross brag about drugging and raping a woman, he is pushing the idea that if you don’t use the word ‘rape’ it doesn’t count. We are fed up and disgusted with Reebok, and Thursday we will bring this fight to their front steps.”
The protest will also feature dozens of women in running bibs with the number “71,763” and signs reading “Hey Reebok— Want my business? Stop promoting rape. Drop Rick Ross.”
Havoc - '13' [Album Cover Art] *UPDATE* Tracklist Added: Lloyd Banks, Royce Da 5'9, Styles P & More Featured
Mobb Deep super producer/rapper Havoc will be releasing his third solo album titled 13 on May 7th. He just unveiled the artwork for the project. Check that out up top.
Tracklist:
1. Gone
2. Favorite Rap Stars feat. Styles P & Raekwon
3. Life We Chose feat. Lloyd Banks
4. Colder Days feat. Masspike Miles
5. Get Busy
6. Eyes Open feat. Twista
7. Tell Me To My Face feat. Royce Da 59
8. This World feat. Masspike Miles
9. Already Tomorrow
10. Hear Dat
11. Gettin Mines
12. Long Road (Outro)
13. Can’t Sleep
The-Dream Speaks On His Attire At The Grammys, The Weeknd Allegedly Stealing His Style, Working On Jay-Z's New Album. Do H*es Make The Best Housewives? [Video]
The-Dream dropped by The Breakfast Club this morning to talk about a variety of topics.
He chopped it up with the crew about Jay-Z dissing him at the Grammys, The Weeknd allegedly stealing his style, his girlfriend possibly lying about her name, h*es possibly making the best housewives, Timbaland's resurgence, his current relationship with production partner Tricky Stewart, his upcoming album IV Play and more.
The-Dream Talks 'IV Play' Album Features, Desire To Score Movies & More On 106 & Park [Video]
The-Dream was a guest on 106 & Park yesterday to promote the premiere of his new music video "Slow It Down" featuring Fabolous and his upcoming album, IV Play.
The singer/super producer also discussed his desire to score movies, working with Kelly Rowland, Beyonce, Big Sean and Jay-Z on his new album and more.
The project will be released on May 28th.
Kid Cudi Announces He's Left Kanye West's G.O.O.D. Music Label
While out in Los Angeles promoting his upcoming album Indicud, Kid Cudi stopped by radio station Power 106 to chat with DJ Felli Fel and Yesi Ortiz.
Right off the top Cudi revealed that he's left G.O.O.D. Music.
"I'm announcing that I'm no longer on G.O.O.D. Music," Cudi said. "This is something no one knows really. Me and Kanye were talking on the phone the other day. These are things that I've been wanting to talk to him about...about me starting my own direction. And he got it because you know he's trying to start his new path. Trying new things as an artist. He was like 'man, I feel you.' He's like 'well, it's cool.' I wanna focus on Wicked Awesome. I wanna focus on [King] Chip, that's it. I don't want to have a full label of artists. I just wanna work on Chip and keep my sound going on the Cudi train. This is just from a business standpoint. There’s no beef. There's no problem with anyone on the label. It’s all love.”
Cudi said he reached out to Jay-Z before talking to Yeezy to find out how to approach his now former boss to make sure he didn't offend him. There's much more to the conversation. Check it out below.
Nas To Announce New Album Title Next Month
Nas' eleventh studio album Life Is Good was both a critical and commercial success. It sold 149,000 units in it's opening week to debut at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart. It also received four Grammy nominations at the 2013 awards ceremony.
Esco is already putting in work on his next full length disc. He revealed via Twitter that he will announce the name of the project next month.
Who are some artists and producers you would like to see Nas work with on the album?
Jay-Z Launches Sports Agency. Signs N.Y. Yankess All-Star Robinson Cano
Jay-Z's business empire continues to expand. The Brooklyn, New York born and raised rapper has gone from street hustler to being one of the most respected businessmen in America with a net worth of $475 million according to Forbes.
His investments in the Brooklyn Nets, Roc-A-Wear, Roc Nation and Carol's Daughter have paid off handsomely. Now Hov has now partnered with Creative Artists Agency to launch Roc Nation Sports, a full-service sports management company, reports USA Today.
"Because of my love of sports, it was a natural progression to form a company where we can help top athletes in various sports the same way we have been helping artists in the music industry for years," said Jay in a statement.
RNS has already landed it's first big client. They convinced New York Yankees All-Star second baseman Robinson Cano to fire long time sports agent Scott Boras to sign with their company.
"At this point in my career, I am ready to take a more active role in my endeavors both on and off the field," said Cano. "I am confident that the pairing of Roc Nation Sports & CAA Sports will be essential in helping me accomplish my short- & long-term goals."
The first order of business for Roc Nation Sports will be to ink Cano to a new contract. His current one expires after this season.
Chris Brown Freestyles Over 'Started From The Bottom' & Speaks On Dissing Drake On 'R.I.P.' Remix "I'm Gonna Keep Coming N*gga" [Video]
Chris Brown addressed his Drake diss on Young Jeezy's "R.I.P." remix for the first time today while visiting Sway in the Morning.
“It's rap man. It’s hip-hop. It’s not gonna escalate. It’s like kiddie rap right now. So as far as what I'm doing I’d rather put my frustrations and whatever I gotta say out in my music ’cause I know nothing finna happen, so I say whatever I want. Rebuttals just gonna be stupid. I’m not a rapper, so you gonna be stupid rapping back to a singer. But I’m gonna keep coming n*gga, I don’t care. It's all good, I aim for the top," Chris said.
Sway then threw on Drake's "Started From the Bottom" instrumental for Chris to spit a few bars over.
Styles P On Kanye West & Lil Wayne Wearing Female Clothing: "They Have To Remember There's A Fan Base Of Men Who Have Sons" [Video]
There has been a growing movement by certain influential rap artists that are starting to wear women's clothing. Styles P of The Lox doesn't think it's cool.
As the father of a 14-year old son he says he might lose his cool if his kid came home wearing a Kanye West-type skirt.
The problem P sees with certain rappers is that they don't offer messages to counter some of the things they say or do that might have a negative impact on the culture.
"When these guys do wear skirts or their clothes that look like female's clothes, I think they have to understand the impact they have on our culture," explained Styles. "And I can't knock them because I talk mad gangster sh*t. So I have to remember at times to balance out. Or remember to say this to the people. Do positive sh*t, go to school, eat healthy, don't go to jail, leave gangster-ism alone. They have to remember that there's a whole fan base of men out there who have sons that's looking like 'damn, Kanye just blew my sh*t. Damn, Wayne just blew my sh*t.'"
Taye Diggs Ruins Hip Hop [Video]
YouTube personality/comedian/rapper DeStorm Power was asked recently to link up with actor Taye Diggs to record a new rap song. The results were disastrously hilarious. Watch as Diggs ruins hip hop.
Big K.R.I.T. - 'K.R.I.T. (King Remembered In Time)' Mixtape Cover Art
Mississippi rapper Big K.R.I.T. releases the cover art for his upcoming project titled K.R.I.T. (King Remembered In Time). The cover was designed by Eric Bailey.
Pusha T Talks His New Album's Production & Features. Lil Wayne's Loss Of Skills Since 'Tha Carter II,' Puts Drake In His Top 5 MC's List & More [Video]
Pusha T stopped by Philadelphia radio station Hot 107.9 to visit the Q Deezy show while promoting his upcoming album, My Name Is My Name.
The Virginia emcee says the first single is titled "I Am," and will feature Kanye West. Production on the project will come from Kanye, Pharrell Williams, Swizz Beatz, Don Cannon, Nottz, The-Dream and more.
Chris Brown - Fine China [Official Music Video]
Chris Brown didn't wait long to get back on the music scene. Less than a year after dropping his Fortune album the R&B superstar is back with the lead single off of his upcoming sixth studio album titled X.
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