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Dende Talks “2 Sided” EP, Opening For Swae Lee & More!

By: Shirley Ju Updated Category: Breeding Ground
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Dende is here to bless the music industry with his talents, and he’s not stopping until he gets to the top. Hailing from Katy, Texas, the rising star prides himself in his versatility, with the ability to freely bounce between the genres of R&B and hip-hop. And if you happen to cross paths with him in person, he’ll more than likely make you laugh. 

In describing himself, Dende states, “I’m a singer. Sometimes I rap. People say l be trying to save rap. I try to save hip hop. No, I’m a singer. I like to make jokes, that’s pretty much who I am. I’m more of a personality at this point, than just the artist.”

Fast forward to 2022, Dende is excited as ever to be releasing his newest EP titled 2 Sided, with the title directly inspired by his sexuality and coming out as a bisexual. The project is spearheaded by lead singles “Sugar Daddy,’ which sees Dende interpolating Estelle’s timeless “American Boy” record, and “Part-Time Dreamer” which details his experiences meeting a woman with dreams and aspirations as big as his.

Regardless, Dende creates from an honest and vulnerable place, creating lyrics inspired directly by real life experiences. As a recording artist, he’s had the pleasure of opening for some of the greats from Swae Lee to Bun B.

AllHipHop caught up with Dende in downtown Los Angeles, who arrived with his group CXR. Read below as we discuss his background, biggest influences, part-time jobs, when he took music seriously, his name, his new EP 2 Sided, coming out as bisexual, his sound, opening for Swae Lee, and more!

AllHipHop: You say you’re a personality, is that because you’re funny?

Dende: Yeah I’m hilarious. I’m actually the funniest out of CXR, that’s our group. He’s the manager [points to Nile], he’s the A&R [points to Mizz].

AllHipHop: What’s the group?

Dende: It’s a management group. Sometimes it doubles as a label. It’s me as an artist, it’s Chris Patrick, it’s Noski, it’s Erykah Officer, and it’s Nashir. Then we have producers.

AllHipHop: What was it like growing up in Houston? 

Dende: A lot of people in Houston would try to say that I’m not from Houston because I grew up in Katy. Katy is the outskirts of Houston, it’s 30 minutes away. It was cool. I grew up in a very whitewashed area, so I was the token person over there. [laughs] 

I liked Katy though, because it made me the person that I am. I wouldn’t be as funny now if I didn’t have to constantly make jokes to make people like me. That’s facts though. I like Houston. I like the music scene out there, it’s really dope. It’s a huge city, but the music scene is very small. Everybody knows each other.

AllHipHop: Who are your biggest influences? Who influenced you the most?

Dende: Singing-wise? I’ll say John Legend. I really like Saba, I really like Smino a lot. Who else? Al Green. 

Friend: Tyga.

Dende: Put Tyga in there. I’m heavily influenced by Tyga. [laughs]

AllHipHop: Definitely want to talk about your new EP, 2 Sided. What’re you most excited for?

Dende: I just want people to hear, of course, what they’ve already heard and be like, “okay, I like this version maybe a little bit more.” Because that’s all I want to do is level up from what people heard. I did interpolations of songs on both of those. One of them was Estelle’s “American Boy,” and the other one is Corinne Bailey Rae’s “Put Your Records On.” I put my own twist on it, made my own connotation of what the song’s supposed to be. I want people to be like, “oh, this is actually really dope. And I’ve already heard this hook.” 

AllHipHop: What do you want people to take away from “Sugar Daddy”?

Dende: That I want a sugar daddy. [laughs] When I wrote the song, I wanted a sugar daddy. At the time when I wrote the song, I thought “I could get a sugar daddy right now.” Somebody actually approached me trying to be my sugar daddy, that’s a fact. [laughs] It’s just a song about if I had a sugar daddy, this is what it would be like.

AllHipHop: Where would you go shopping?

Dende: Anywhere out of the country. Maybe France or Italy, that’s where we’d go shopping. 

AllHipHop: Are you a part-time dreamer?

Dende: I’m a full-time dreamer. I make music, so to make music or do anything hard, you gotta be dreaming. It’s not a regular life. It’s not regular, you just fly somewhere after two days notice and be like “alright, we’re going to do a bunch of stuff to maybe give me a little bit closer to the dream that I’m trying to get.” When I talk to my friends that have jobs, they get very confused on what we be doing. I feel like a lot of my days are like daydreaming.

AllHipHop: Can you talk about your sound, and flowing between R&B and rap?

Dende: Honestly, I’ve been leaning a lot more into the R&B recently, just because I kept seeing everybody saying that R&B isn’t up to par. And I love R&B. I do rap a little bit still, but I want to lean more towards the R&B. I do think I don’t really sound like anybody though, so that’s cool. There’s a lot of people that do sound like other people,I sound like me. When they ask who you sound like, I usually just say Dende.

AllHipHop: Talk about opening for Swae Lee, he’s a superstar.

Dende: I had a show in New Orleans, it was a Triller event. He was very very late. I was supposed to perform inside, very early during the party. They said “Swae Lee said his flight got canceled, he’s not going to be here until 2am.” The event was supposed to end at 1am. They said “so we need you to perform when he was going to perform, at the time he was performing.” It worked out for me because it got me way more eyes, and I was outside as opposed to being inside where no one else was. It was really cool. When he came, I like Swae Lee so I got to watch him perform. It was really dope, he’s a cool dude.

AllHipHop: Were you nervous?

Dende: I wouldn’t say I was nervous, I was ready to get it over with so I can have fun. That place was weird though, they had women in cages. It was like a Hollywood party. There was a woman outside of the cage, she had a stick. It was cool, I liked it. It was dope.

AllHipHop: Talk about performing at SXSW and what goes into your live performances. I know that’s a big part of your artistry.

Dende: I’ve always wanted to do SXSW. I’m in Texas, so that’s 2.5 hours away from my house. We finally got to do it. We had our own event, we had a CXR SXSW event. It was everything I’ve ever wanted to do in a festival or more, because it’s a week long. I had 6 shows. I had to cancel the last one because I wasn’t taking care of my voice, but it was fun. 

A lot goes into my live performances because I have a 6-piece band. I sing. If you’re a rapper, you can get away with just using tracks. But if I’m singing, even though I do have confidence in my voice, it makes the experience a whole lot more if you have the band. I love live instrumentation. For SXSW, we practiced every week for two months just to get our set. 

We had two different sets. We had a 45-minute set, we had a 30-minute set that we had ready to just do. It was a lot of work, but it was fun. It paid off because we got a lot from it. We got a lot more fans from it, we got some sponsorships from it. It was dope.

AllHipHop: How’s the independent grind?

Dende: You know, I be broke. [laughs] But it’s okay. I’d rather not have major labels telling me what to do, because I don’t like people telling me what to do. It’s cool. As long as no one’s telling me what to do, I’m rocking. 

AllHipHop: What are some goals for yourself?

Dende: A song with Frank Ocean. You know those big cutouts of people, I want to have one in a grocery store. Not for anything important, just to be there. I think it’d look funny. I can do that myself though. [laughs] Also I want to get some Grammys, that’s really what I want.

AllHipHop: What’s it going to take to get there? 

Dende: Getting people to vote for me. Really, truly. [laughs] The music is good enough, we just gotta get them votes.

AllHipHop: Anything else you want to let the people know?

Dende: Yes, make sure you all listen to my music because I think you’d like it. I think I’m pretty good at it. I’m good at making music, so I hope y’all listen.

Happy Birthday, Hip-Hop: Rocky Bucano Tells How The Universal Hip-Hop Museum Will Change The Game

By: Chuck Creekmur (@ChuckCreekmur) Updated Category: Exclusives
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Rocky Bucano is the Founder and Executive Director at Universal Hip Hop Museum. Rocky had a dream and that dream started many moons ago with a desire to create a brick-n-mortar structure that would tell Hip-Hop’s special, triumphant and revolutionary story.

In 2022, the structure is being built in The Bronx, where Hip-Hop began. Backed by a gumbo of support – from Microsoft to the city of New York to pioneers to fans – the Universal Hip Hop Museum is destined to be a fantastic structure when it launches in 2024. “I’ve been on this journey for 12 years now,” Rock states matter-of-factly. “It’s 12 years in the making. The beginning was tough, but now the enthusiasm is picking up. We’ve been doing things all around the country.”

There’s something to do as well, prior to the formal launch. At The Bronx Terminal, you can find the [R]Evolution of Hip Hop, “an interactive journey through history using artifacts, multimedia, artificial intelligence, and virtual and augmented technologies.” UHHM is celebrating the Golden Era of Hip-Hop, one of the most vibrant periods for the culture. Rocky Bucano and Chuck “Jigsaw” Creekmur talk about the efforts of the museum, some of the misconceptions, beefs with pioneers and his very interesting personal story.

For more information on the Universal Hip-Hop Museum or to donate to the cause, go to their website.

DJ Hurricane Season Shows Us What’s In Store For The Future With His New Track “Blank”

By: Brxton Lee Updated Category: Sponsored Posts
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DJ Hurricane Season’s brand-new track has sent shockwaves across the music business. The track “Blank” was recently launched. It has performed admirably thus far. Fans have reacted warmly to the song, and it looks like everyone likes it.

DJ Hurricane Season composed “Blank” to fulfill their musical needs. DJ Hurricane Season appears to have listened to the listeners’ opinions and picked the song to fulfill their musical wants. As a result, the music is much more delightful to listen to. You can’t stop yourself from listening to the song again and over.

DJ Hurricane Season is mainly recognized for his work as an artist and is a relative beginner in the music industry. DJ Hurricane Season has worked with a number of brands and enterprises and is well-versed in dealing with people’s expectations. He’s developed his talent to sense a person’s desires. He also applies that talent to his songs.

Follow DJ Hurricane Season on Instagram @hurricane_

On Spotify, you can listen to “Blank” here: 

Semme Da Addy, Lon Don (Official Music Video)

By: AllHipHop Staff Updated Category: Music News
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Independent record labels CLR Music Group, LLC & Mack 9 Music Group, LLC present “Semme Da Addy” by South Side, Chicago artist Lon Don official music video. Lon Don is a songwriter, producer, and entrepreneur. Lon Don achieved recognition for his works with rappers Kanye West, Jay-Z, Joe, Johnny P, Do or Die, Traed, State Property, Ricjilla, Fathatyme, American Idol’s very own Angela Martin, Cap 1, Mikkey Halsted, Charles Mack, Corona Brome, Young ACE, Sound Trakk (Producer for Lupe Fiasco), L.E.P with DJ Monty and Mikey Mike. 

Lon Don has been heard on 92.3, 107.5 WGCI, Say Less Do More TV, Wala Radio, and other iHeart radio stations. Lon Don has worked with multi-platinum producers, Kanye West and The Legendary Traxter and he has written for artists on a work-for-hire basis. 

He worked with Rocafella artists and helped with the State Property 2 soundtrack and College Drop Out. With an upcoming music project featuring Kanye West, Legendary Traxster, Realionaire Money, and Aceron. Check out Lon Don “Semme Da Addy” official music video.

Lon Don

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Did The Game Diss Eminem? The Game Says “No!”

By: illseed Updated Category: Rumors
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What are we doing?

The Game is making this incredible march to release DRILLMATIC: Heart Vs. Mind. And, he just went crazy.

This is going to be hard to put into words. But I’m going to try to do it. Today, the Compton rapper will release his new album DRILLMATIC: Heart Vs. Mind. The rapper has been going hard for the full length of this year.

He’s done just about everything. And I am not necessarily mad at that, because you have to distinguish yourself from the pack in these competitive days. But it seems as though The Game is going all out, barring none. And he seems to have set his targets on Eminem.

Now this isn’t the first time this has happened with The Game. Earlier this year, he said some stuff.

“Eminem is Eminem, I like Eminem. He’s one of the f###### good MCs, great MCs. I used to think Eminem was better than me. He not, he’s not. Challenge it. Yes, I do [want to do Verzuz against Eminem]. What you mean, yeah I do? The f### you mean? I’m not saying I want smoke with Eminem; I’m saying I want smoke with Eminem, him, and him, whoever.

When y’all say Eminem is better and all that, I see it, I see it. I feel you. And you know what? If you feel like Eminem is better than me, that’s your opinion. But it’s a lot of people that feel like I’m better than Eminem, and that’s they opinion.

Me personally? Is Eminem better than me? Nah, he not, bro. And I think the best way to see if he is or if I am is let’s rap about it. Let’s get up. Let’s get in the studio. Let’s rap about it. Let’s do something. Let’s put something out. Let’s see ’cause that’s what this s### is, bro. It’s rap.”

Suddenly, this song “The Black Slim Shady” hits. The song is 10 minutes long and disses Eminem ridiculously. There are a number of lyrical trickeries, but mostly uses Eminem style on his own.

So, for example, he pretends to kill Dr. Dre. Which is something that Eminem has done. He also raps similar to Eminem a lot, takes an Uber to “Eminem‘s house” with a relative of Stan, a character in one of Em‘s most famous songs.

But is it Game? The Game says NO.

But, Wack100 said they were definitely going to go at Em in a song called “The Black Slim Shady…is this a leak?

This the official track listing for the album.

Drillmatic drops Friday. See the tracklist below.

1. “One Time”
2. “Eazy”
3. “Burnin’ Checks”
4. “Voodoo”
5. “Home Invasion”
6. “O.P.P.”
7. “Outside”
8. “La La Land”
9. “Change the Game”
10. “How Far I Came”
11. “Heart vs. Mind”
12. “No Smoke at the Polo Lounge”
13. “No Man Falls”
14. “Chrome Slug & Harmony”
15. “Start from Scratch II”
16. “What We Not Gon’ Do”
17. “Fortunate”
18. “Rubi’s Rose”
Drake With the Braids (Interlude)
19. “Nikki Beach”
20. “Talk to Me Nice”
21. “Money Cash Clothes”
22. “K.I.L.L.A.S”
23. “The Black Slim Shady”
24. “Stupid”
25. “.38 Special”
26. “Twisted”
27. “Wasteman”
28. “Save the Best for Last”
29. “A Father’s Prayer”
30. “Universal Love”

Now, “Black Slim Shady” listen…

At any rate, this is impressive work – whoever did it.

illseed out!

Paris Hilton’s Mom Confuses Lizzo With Gabourey Sidibe; Calls Singer “Precious”

By: Kershaw St. Jawnson Updated Category: News
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Reality star and mother of Paris Hilton, Kathy Hilton, just made a major pop culture flub, embarrassing herself and those close to her while offending a whole race of women.

During an appearance on Bravo’s “Watch What Happens Live With Any Cohen,” the 63-year-old mixed up pop superstar Lizzo with award-winning actress Gabourey Sidibe.

Now before you say, ‘well, it could happen,’ fans are asking to consider this … the two look nothing alike.

The “Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” cast member was asked to identify people by a picture presented by the show’s producers. When it came to Lizzo, she squinted her eyes and said, “Precious?”

Her co-star Crystal Kung Minkoff, who was also on the episode, tried to help her clean it up and said, “She is precious, though. Lizzo is precious.”

Hilton did not let up. Instead, she said, “That’s what I call her! Her nickname is ‘Precious,’ to me.”

One person commented under the Twitter post by @QueensofBravo and called her “racist.”

“This is a pretty racist comment but because the fans like Kathy, they’re laughing it off,” the person said.

Actress Holly Robinson Pete also chimed in, saying, “Please tell me she didn’t say ‘Precious’…and THEN say “I don’t know her”- THEN say … that’s her nickname for Lizzo Make it all make sense.”

Another person tweeted, “Kathy Hilton is racist and fat phobic as hell for that Precious comment. Also what a 2009 ass insult girl get a life lmao.”

https://twitter.com/tinnkky/status/1557751339714838528?s=20&t=kmSMLv6PdBZl6AHutwCoBA

Hilton has not released a response to the backlash or an apology. Lizzo nor Sidibe have commented either.

MTV Names Saucy Santana As Global PUSH Artist For August 2022

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: News
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Saucy Santana is having a breakout year as an entertainer. After rising to fame as a friend of the City Girls rap duo, Santana established his own rap career.

A major entertainment brand recognized Saucy Santana as a growing force in the music industry. MTV named the Love & Hip Hop: Miami alum the Global PUSH Artist for the month of August.

“It’s so easy to wake up every day and be yourself, that’s you, that’s the only person you know how to be, and that’s how I’ve gotten this far being Santana the only way I know how,” Santana told MTV.

Over the last three years, Saucy Santana released singles such as “Walk Em Like a Dog” and “Material Girl.” The YouTube vlogger also linked with the Queen of Pop Madonna for “Material Gworllllllll!”

“It became a trend to basically do something regular but call yourself a material girl, it was like using my Starbucks gift card for a frappuccino, I’m a material girl,” stated Santana.

Atlanta rhymer Latto also partnered with Saucy Santana for the “Booty” collaboration which came out in June. The official “Booty” music video has amassed more than 5 million views on YouTube so far.

Saucy Santana joins a list of MTV PUSH Artists that includes Latto, Shenseea, and Muni Long. This year also saw XXL magazine select the Keep It Playa project creator for the publication’s coveted 2022 Freshman Class.

G Herbo Threatens To Fight A Heckler Over His Son

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: News
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Chicago-bred rapper G Herbo apparently had a run-in with someone looking to get some clout off his name. The father of three directly responded to the agitator on camera.

The Icewithinmedia TikTok account shared a video of G Herbo addressing another man in public. According to the clip, the person holding the camera appeared to ignite the back-and-forth.

“How badly would I beat your ass?” the unidentified cameraperson asked Herbo. The PTSD album creator was holding one of his children at the time.

G Herbo quickly fired back, “My son will beat your ass. F### you talking about, n####?” As the heckler started to respond, the rapper shouted, “I want you to say something crazy about my son. I’ll knock your ass out right now.”

https://www.tiktok.com/@icewithinmedia/video/7130251338939714859?is_from_webapp=v1&item_id=7130251338939714859

It is not clear when or where the incident with G Herbo took place. Icewithinmedia’s video has collected more than 4 million views since arriving on TikTok yesterday.

As of press time, G Herbo has not publicly addressed the confrontation. However, he did post several photos of himself with his two sons – Yosohn and Essex – on Instagram last night.

Ariana Fletcher, Herbo’s ex-girlfriend, gave birth to Yosohn in 2018. Essex is the son of the rap star’s current partner, Taina Willams. The couple is also the parents of a newborn girl named Emmy Love.

G Herbo is mostly using his social media accounts to promote his upcoming headlining appearance at Bulls Fest 2022 in Chicago during Labor Day weekend. Additionally, the Republic recording artist hit the stage at the Rolling Loud Miami festival last month.

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‘Mike’ Star Trevante Rhodes Reacts To Mike Tyson Blasting Hulu

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: News
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An 8-episode limited series about Mike Tyson titled Mike premieres on Hulu on August 25. The person at the center of the forthcoming program slammed the streaming service for creating the unauthorized show.

“Hulu tried to desperately pay my brother [UFC president Dana White] millions without offering me a dollar to promote their slave master, takeover story about my life,” posted Mike Tyson on August 5.

The former undisputed boxing champion continued, “[White] turned it down because he honors friendship and treating people with dignity. I’ll never forget what he did for me just like I’ll never forget what Hulu stole from me.”

Mike Tyson further slammed Hulu over the last week. On August 6, he also tweeted, “Hey @hulu, I’m not a n##### you can sell on the auction block #slaveryisover #fuckhulu… Hulu’s model of stealing life rights of celebrities is egregiously greedy #headswillroll.”

The lead actor of Hulu’s Mike has now responded to Mike Tyson’s criticism of the program. Trevante Rhodes (Moonlight, Bird Box) plays the athlete once known as “The Baddest Man on the Planet.”

Earlier this week, Trevante Rhodes shared a post on Instagram about the backlash from Mike Tyson. The former track and field sprinter‘s statement seemed to focus on the idea of differing viewpoints.

“Just as there is an inside there is an outside. I understand. I am a fan as well. Obviously. As Champ honored the great Alexander the Great in his way, I honor him in mine [with] my intelligence, my heart, and my time,” wrote Rhodes.

The 32-year-old native of Little Elm, Texas continued, “Perspective is everything. Perspective is everything. What’s bigger than a name? The education of a vein. Never in vain. Never in vain. Never in vain. Never in vain.”

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JT Drags A Hater Over Diss About Her Hair

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: News
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City Girls members Jatavia “JT” Johnson and Caresha “Yung Miami” Brownlee came together for an upcoming episode of Revolt’s Caresha Please podcast. Yung Miami also tapped Saucy Santana for the same show.

Yesterday, Yung Miami previewed the forthcoming conversation with JT and Saucy Santana by sharing a teaser video on social media. In the clip, the City Girl is seen wearing a red wig.

Apparently, at least one person was not a fan of JT’s crimson hairstyle on Caresha Please. A Twitter user called the rapper’s hair “a mess” on Wednesday night.

JT did not seem to take too kindly to @_perfextM’s opinion about her wig. The “Act Up” hitmaker fired back at the critic on Twitter by attacking the person’s weight.

“[And you’re] fat as f###, stuck taking selfies & hiding under covers 😂😂😂😂😂,” tweeted JT in response to @_perfextM. That was not the end of the online dragging.

A few minutes later, JT posted, “Like imagine talking s### about ME & You… YOU!” She also added, “Soggy ass b#### pleaseeeeeeee… Chili pepper with legs!”

After a supporter joked about JT being negative, the Florida-raised rapper wrote, “😂😂😂 This [is] my last day I swear.” Meanwhile, City Girls continue to drop new music. 2022’s “Good Love” featuring Usher peaked at #70 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

Yung Miami’s Caresha Please with JT and Saucy Santana will premiere today (August 11) at 8 pm ET. Previously, Yung Miami invited Revolt founder Diddy and Hip Hop artist Kevin Gates to the program.

Megan Thee Stallion Teases Finally Leaving Carl Crawford’s 1501

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: News
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The battle between Megan Thee Stallion and Carl Crawford’s 1501 Certified Entertainment has been playing out for several years.

It appears Megan Thee Stallion is preparing to drop her next full-length project. However, the behind-the-scenes/public drama seems to be holding up the process.

“Y’all know I always have problems with dropping my music under this label, all these games, and having to go to court just to put out my art has been so stressful,” tweeted Megan on Wednesday night.

Hot Girl Meg continued, “Thank you hotties for rocking with me through the b#######. WE [ARE] ALMOST OUT. 👏🏾 LET’S STAY FOCUSED AND RUN THIS LAST ONE UP.”

One of Megan Thee Stallion’s fans stated the promotional launch for the next album, tentatively titled Traumazine, is the “messiest rollout in history.” The Texas Southern University graduate replied to the social media user.

“It’s definitely all over the place lol just being transparent,” admitted Megan. She also added, “Last thing, lol just wait for ME to announce so at least WE can be excited together. 🤷🏽‍♀️ Love you Hotties good night.”

The conflict between Megan Thee Stallion and 1501 Certified Entertainment includes legal action. Back in 2020, a judge granted Meg a temporary restraining order which allowed the rapper to release her Suga EP.

Megan Thee Stallion’s current discography also contains 2019’s Fever mixtape and 2020’s Good News studio LP. She has dropped the singles “Sweetest Pie” with Dua Lipa, “Plan B,” and “Pressurelicious” featuring Future in 2022.

DJ Premier, Remy Ma & Rapsody Celebrate 50 Years Of Hip-Hop With “Remy Rap” Visuals  

By: London Jennn Updated Category: News
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DJ Premier announced that the video for “Remy Rap” featuring the two female rap heavy hitters will arrive at 10 a.m. EST today (Aug. 11), which is also Hip-Hop Day. 

The song is taken from Preemo’s project DJ Premier: Hip Hop 50 Volume 1. The project, recently released in conjunction with Mass Appeal, is the first installment in Mass Appeal’s The Soundtrack Series. Nas, Run The Jewels, and Joey Badass make appearances on the project, which also sees a collab between Slick Rick and Lil Wayne.  Stream the project below.

“It’s an honor to kick off this iconic Hip Hop 50 music program. Hip-Hop continues to inspire fans across the globe and it’s incredible to think of what the next 50 years will bring,” DJ Premier said.  

The project is the first offering from Mass Appeal’s Hip Hop 50: The Soundtrack Series. The collection features a total of 10 EPs celebrating 50 years of Hip-Hop. Swizz Beatz, Mustard, The-Dream, Mike Will Made-It, No I.D., Hit-Boy, and others join DJ Premier in curating the series.  

“Bringing together some of the biggest names in Hip-Hop, this project will further solidify the #HipHop50 movement as it not only captures 50 years of culture but will also honor some of the latest and greatest to do it,” Mass Appeal shared. “A portion of all #HipHop50 proceeds will be donated to various charitable organizations, including, the Universal Hip Hop Museum set to open its doors in 2024.”  

This track marks the first collaboration between Rapsody and Remy Ma. While DJ Premier previously worked with the North Carolina native on “Kingship” off of Rapsody’s 2013 mixtape She’s Got Game, it is the first time he has worked with Remy Ma.  

Snoop Dogg Confirms New Music With Dr. Dre After 30 Years 

By: London Jennn Updated Category: News
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Snoop Dogg confirmed the rumors that he and Dr. Dre are back in the studio, making music together again. 

More than 30 years after making their biggest hits together, the duo is working on an iconic collaboration. Whispers of a reunion began last month after early Death Row investor and convicted drug kingpin Michael “Harry-O” Harris let the cat out of the bag during an appearance on Kevin Garnett’s KG Certified show.  

The Doggfather confirmed the word on the street on Wednesday night (Aug. 10) while on the red carpet at the premiere of his new movie, Day Shift.  

“We’re cooking up a little something,” Snoop admitted as per ET Online. “I don’t wanna talk about it too much, but we’re back together again.”  

However, Snoop Dogg remained tight-lipped on the details of what he and Dr. Dre are cooking up. “It’s been 30 years since we worked on a record, and we’re doin’ something, we’re workin’ on something,” he added.  

According to Harry-O, who spent time in the studio with Snoop and Dre, the chemistry the pair share is reminiscent of Dr. Dre’s 1992 solo debut, The Chronic. “Now you got Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre doing another album together,” he added. “I was blessed to sit there the other day [and watch them].” 

Despite admitting he wasn’t sure if the collaboration was public knowledge, he went further. “I don’t know if I’m spillin’ the beans, but I’m tellin’ you, bro, sittin’ in that room [watching them]. I’m talkin’ like Chronic—‘back in the room.’” 

While Harris acknowledged he was unaware if he was giving out confidential information, he doubled down on his comment, adding, “I don’t know if I’m spillin’ the beans, but I’m tellin’ you, bro, sittin’ in that room [watching them]. I’m talkin’ like Chronic—‘back in the room.’” 

Check out Harry-O discussing the new Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre music below.  

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T.I. Receives Georgia Outstanding Citizen Award For Services To His City 

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T.I. has been recognized for his contributions to his state and was awarded the Georgia Outstanding Citizen Award at a ceremony in his hometown on Tuesday.  

The Grammy Award-winning rapper was joined by his wife Tiny and son, Domani Harris, at the celebration at Georgia’s state capitol. Georgia legislators paid tribute to the rapper’s commitment to Atlanta, honoring T.I. for his philanthropy and community initiatives. 

State Representative Debra Bazemore presented T.I with the honor awarded by the secretary of state. “Life is way too short not to try to make this world a better place,” T.I. shared. “Once we leave, people won’t remember the clothes we wore or the things we have. “ 

The rapper was recognized for his support for organizations like For The Love of Our Fathers, which advocates for better quality of care for people with Alzheimer’s disease.  

His nonprofit Harris Community Works has also given back to the city over the years. They hold Christmas toy drives benefiting children in Atlanta, and an annual turkey drive at Thanksgiving. T.I has also invested in youth development across the city.  

T.I. also collected the Volunteers Achievement Lifetime Award presented by the Global International Alliance on behalf of President Joe Biden, recognizing his 4,000 hours of service to America.  

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He took to Instagram to share footage from the event alongside some photos from the day.  

“So…You spend years grinding, fighting, clawing and climbing 🧗‍♀️ with what feels like the weight (&Hate) of the world on your shoulders,” T.I. penned in the caption. “Oftentimes feeling like no one cares, notices, or appreciates your efforts, intentions or sacrifices … then BAM 💥 God hits you it you face wit a blessing that shows you, you don’t know 💩….🥹” 

He continued, sharing his thanks for representative Bazemore and everyone else who had a hand in making this possible.” T.I. concluded,” Can’t thank you enough for these prestigious honors.🫡👑God IS THE Greatest🤲🏽”  

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Chrisean Rock Claims Blueface Made Her His Official Girlfriend After Baby Mama Drama  

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The saga of Blueface and Chrisean Rock’s tumultuous relationship continues to unfold on social media, with the couple taking things to the next level. 

After a tumultuous start to the month, which included a viral all-out brawl on a Hollywood street, the reality TV star revealed that her rapper boo upgraded their relationship status.  

Chrisean took to Twitter to announce, “He officially asked me to be his girlfriend today 🙂🙂🙂🙂” she declared. “Save the date august 10th 2022💙” 

Earlier in the week, fans shared their concerns after Chrisean penned some troubling tweets days after Blueface had a baby with another woman.  

“I’m drunk but on some real s### I’m hurting like a b####,” she wrote just a day earlier. “This life s### ain’t for me.” 

The “Thotiana” rapper’s ex-girlfriend Jaidyn Alexis posted a picture of their newborn daughter’s foot on Instagram last Friday (Aug. 5). The pair already share a son together.  

However, when Blueface gifted Jaidyn an iced-out chain as a push present, Chrisean shared her feelings about the news and the gift.  

“This s### funny, givin’ a b#### a chain,” she said. “If I take my self out of this situation, I don’t need none of y’all, none of this drama.” 

Chrisean Rock & Blueface Argue On IG Live  

The couple then argued about the rapper welcoming a second child with another woman. “Let me tell you what hurt,” Chrisean told Blueface while on Instagram Live. “When you told me get rid of the babies and then have a baby with a b#### you’re not with.” 

As they continued to argue, Chrisean said, “Then you post the b#### on the page. What do you mean?” she exclaimed. She then added, “you could have gave her that ugly ass gift without the cameras.” Check out the clip below.  

Nipsey Hussle Honored With Posthumous Star On Hollywood Walk Of Fame 

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The legacy of Nipsey Hussle continues as the Crenshaw icon will be celebrated with posthumous tributes in his honor as his 37th birthday (Aug. 15) approaches. 

The rapper’s good friend Karen Civil shared the news on Wednesday evening (Aug. 10), that the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce will celebrate Nipsey Hustle, honoring him with a coveted star on the Walk of Fame at the ceremony on August 15.  

As reported by AllHipHop.Com, Nipsey Hussle joins 39 other celebrities receiving the honor this year. Carrie Fisher, DJ Khaled, Black Eyed Peas, Ashanti, Avril Lavigne, and Tracee Ellis Ross are also among the recipients.  

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Meanwhile, earlier on Tuesday, local dignitaries gathered in the center of what is now named Nipsey Hussle square to .  

Los Angeles City Councilman Marqueece Harris-Dawson revealed Nipsey’s commitment to the station and his Neighborhood during a dedication ceremony. Check out the clip at the end of the page. 

Nipsey Hustle opened The Marathon store, located a stone’s throw from the new station, several years before construction of the new rail line began. “He got very involved in making sure that this train worked on behalf of our people,” Harris Dawson explained. “As opposed to running through a neighborhood and transforming the neighborhood into something that was unrecognizable.” 

The councilman also shared the significance of the historic communities surrounding the station.  

“From Slauson and all the way to Vernon, you will see world-class pieces of art, celebrating the history and the legacy of African American people,” he said, as per LA Times. “Everybody who comes to L.A. and rides the train out of the airport is gonna see it. Is that all right?” 

Nipsey Hussle was shot and killed outside his own store, the Marathon clothing store in March 2019. The 33-year-old was taken to hospital but tragically succumbed to his injuries. Last month, Eric Holder was convicted of his murder and is awaiting sentencing.  

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A Family A-Scare: 50 Cent Hires Son Sire To Star In New Horror Film ‘Skill House’

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Young Sire, the second son of rapper 50 Cent, has been cast in his first acting role.

The good-looking 10-year-old will be starring in 50 Cent’s new horror film, “Skill House,” directed by Josh Stolberg.

Of course, the kid is proud of his new gig so he took to social media to share his excitement with the world.

“Excited to work on my first acting role in Dad’s new movie @skillhousemovie!” Sire captioned before posting flicks of him on set. “Thank you @joshstolberg for directing me. I had a great time. Lights, Camera, Action!”

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The proud poppa also took to Instagram to big up his son on how professional and serious he is about the role.

He wrote, “josh had sire working, @skillhousemovie is going to be crazy,” he added.

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Sire jumped in the comments and talked about how much he enjoyed his time on set, writing, “The best day ever 🎥🎞.”

As reported by AllHipHop.com, rapper-turned-filmmaker 50 Cent is making one of the scariest horror films in the history of popcorn munching.

The film is so scary that a cameraman lost consciousness and fell out, overwhelmed by all the blood and gore. 

The director posted about the incident on social media, and then 50 reposted. He said, “Yikes!!! We shot a kill scene last night and the camera operator became so nauseated that he passed out, and the camera crashed to the ground. Had to stop down for a ½ hour. He’s okay now but… get ready for some crazy s**t!”

50 captioned, “Crazy night one of our cameramen passed out cold for 30min from the scene. Couldn’t take how real it was. We’re elevating horror to the next level. This is gonna change the rules of the game. #skillhouse.”

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Sire will join Bryce Hall, Paige VanZant, and Amira Mertaban as an actor on the film.

A$AP Relli Says A$AP Rocky Shot Him, Plans Lawsuit

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A former A$AP Mob member revealed he’s the man A$AP Rocky allegedly shot in November 2021.

Earlier this year, the 33-year-old rapper was arrested for assault with a deadly weapon. Police didn’t disclose the victim’s identity, but speculation emerged after A$AP Bari accused A$AP Relli of snitching in April.

Months later, A$AP Relli confirmed he’s the alleged victim in a statement to Rolling Stone. He also intends to file a lawsuit against A$AP Rocky.

A$AP Relli, whose real name is Terell Ephron, accused his old friend of luring him to an obscure location in Hollywood to talk about a disagreement. Ephron claimed he suffered minor injuries to his left hand in the shooting.

“Unbeknownst to Mr. Ephron, A$AP Rocky was not just planning for a conversation and came armed with a semi-automatic handgun,” Ephron’s attorneys told Rolling Stone. “After arriving at the location, a conversation ensued whereby without provocation, warning, or any justification, A$AP Rocky produced the handgun and intentionally fired multiple shots at Mr. Ephron.”

A$AP Relli’s attorneys said he’s dealt with “multiple death threats and irreparable harm to his career in the entertainment industry” since the shooting. They believe his lawsuit will likely go to trial.

A court hearing for A$AP Rocky’s criminal case is scheduled for August 17. He was released on a $550,000 bond in April.

Man Named Demon Speed Arrested For Killing Rollie Bands

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U.S. Marshals arrested a second man in connection to the murder of Florida rapper Rollie Bands.

According to WFLA in Tampa, a 29-year-old man named Demon Speed was arrested in Fort Myers on Tuesday (August 9). He was charged with premeditated first-degree murder and felon in possession of a firearm.

Speed was apprehended a week after authorities caught another suspect in the Rollie Bands murder case. U.S. Marshals arrested a 25-year-old man named Darren Day on August 2. Day was charged with first-degree murder.

Rollie Bands, whose real name was Ari Williams, was killed in a deadly shooting at the IQ Apartments in Tampa on July 22. He was 27.

Prior to the shooting, Rollie Bands dared someone to attack him in an Instagram Stories post.

“A lot of these n##### know where I live at fr,” he wrote. “I sleep in peace. If a n#### want smoke I’m at my crib in 5 minutes.”

The late rapper’s friends and family believe the online taunting led to his death.

“It doesn’t matter what kind of statement; he didn’t deserve for his life to be taken,” his aunt Towanda Covington told WFLA.

The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office continues to investigate Rollie Bands’ murder. They’ve asked anyone with information about the case to contact 813-247-8200 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-873-TIPS (8477).

Irv Gotti Fires Back At Fat Joe, Says They’re No Longer Friends

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Irv Gotti responded to Fat Joe, who criticized the Murder Inc. co-founder for airing out dirty laundry about Ashanti on the Drink Champs podcast.

Fat Joe called Irv Gotti a “sucker,” which didn’t sit well with the longtime record executive. The veteran producer claimed his friendship with Joey Crack is over in an interview on Houston radio station 97.9 The Box.

“I feel like [Fat Joe] fooled me,” Irv Gotti said. “He’s not my friend. I was fooled, but in life, you get fooled.”

Someone on Irv Gotti’s team apparently tried to stop him from discussing Fat Joe, but the outspoken New Yorker continued to address the situation in less explicit terms.

“Forget Joe ’cause they don’t want me to talk about Joe,” he said. “So, I won’t talk about Joe, I’ll talk about life. And In life, everyone goes through friends. People who you thought were your friends. I’m not talking about Joe. Let me talk. In life, I’ve had countless friends come and go. But you know what remains consistent and why I get through all of this? My family ’cause I don’t really need friends. I’m more than content going home and spending time with my mom.”

Listen to what Irv Gotti had to say on Houston radio below.

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