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Drake Shoots His Shot At This Actress!

By: ClassicOneCategory: Rumors

(AllHipHop Rumors) Drake had a pretty amazing night as he took home 13 Billboard Music Awards, beating out Adele’s record of 12 wins!

One of his most notable acceptance speeches was the one where he shouted out Ludacris despite them not always seeing eye-eye-eye, his father and his purple outfit, and actress and host of the evening Vanessa Hudgens.

As cameras panned to Nicki Minaj, she made the moment hilarious as she asked Drake what about her recognition. Drake did end up shouting Nicki Minaj out during the acceptance speech, but folks are still on this Vanessa shout out.

Drake even took his lust and thirst for Hudgens over to social media as he followed her and started liking her posts immediately.

While everyone may not be here for these two becoming an item, folks certainly had some internet fun with Nicki’s reaction to the Vanessa shout out, and Drake’s reaction to Vanessa rapping. Check some of the reactions out below!.

I’m dying laughing that someone said Drake is gonna smash, and 40 is already working on the High School Musical sample. Carry on!

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Mickey Rourke Issues A Warning To Funk Flex Over Tupac Disrespect

By: ClassicOneCategory: Rumors

(AllHipHop Rumors) Mickey Rourke may be the biggest defender when it comes to who he believes is the greatest rapper!

I remember I was wondering how long it would take for folks to check people like Funk Flex and Wack 100 for speaking ill of the late, great rap legend, Tupac.

Now it’s clear that folks are fed TF up! TMZ caught up with actor Mickey Rourke, and he had some words for Funk Flex and anyone else talking reckless about Pac.

Mickey said,

“Tell him come see me to my face if you want to talk about my brother when he’s not here. You can tell any MF on the planet he got his sh-t to talk about Tupac come look me up. Come look me up at any MF time. If you want to talk about Tupac when he ain’t here come look my ass up. IDGAF about who defended him, he was one MF good dude, and if anyone wants to talk sh-t about him come talk to Mickey Rourke to my face.”

I’m with ya Mickey! Mickey says Pac was there for him during some very hard times. He also says he was there the first time Pac got shot. Mickey says the stuff Flex has been talking about Pac not getting shot is complete bull as he was at the hospital with him.

Flex always seems to take it too damn far!

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Barclay’s Center Denies Shots Were Fired at Future’s Concert

By: Mike WinslowCategory: News

(AllHipHop News) Venue officials in Brooklyn, New York have denied reports suggesting rapper Future’s concert ended in gun violence over the weekend, insisting no shots were fired.

Fans were heading home after the “Jumpman” hitmaker’s Nobody Safe Tour stop at the Barclays Center when a series of loud noises, which many believed to be gunshots, rang out, causing a stampede as people ran for safety.

Many took to social media to document the incident, with images surfacing of emergency medical technicians taking a man on a stretcher to an ambulance parked outside the venue.

However, Barclays Center bosses quickly cleared up the confusion in a post on Twitter.

“There were no gunshots tonight inside the arena,” they wrote. “A loud noise during load out caused concern while fans exited the venue. Get home safely.”

New York Police Department officials have also confirmed they received no reports of gunfire after the show.

Drake Sets Single-Year Awards Record At 2017 Billboard Music Awards

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: News

(AllHipHop News) Last night, Drake broke Adele’s five-year-old Billboard Music Awards record.

The Canadian artist took home 13 trophies – the most wins in one night – at the 2017 edition of the ceremony.

Drake was honored as the Top Artist, Top Male Artist, Top Billboard 200 Artist, Top Hot 100 Artist, Top Rap Artist, Top Song Sales Artist, and Top Streaming Songs Artist.

His Views project won Top Billboard 200 Album and Top Rap Album.

“One Dance” (with Wizkid and Kyla) picked up the awards for Top Streaming Song and Top Collaboration.

Drake also performed the More Life track “Gyalchester” during the televised event.

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Lil Uzi Vert Responds To Criticism Over Wearing “Feminine” Fashion (VIDEO)

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: News

 (AllHipHop News) Lil Uzi Vert has been the subject of significant online criticism for some of his clothing choices.

In particular, a photo of Uzi wearing a pink and black top with a purse recently sparked conversation about current Hip Hop artists’ style.

Last week, the Philadelphia native responded to a fan who was supportive of his outfit by declaring, “I paid $2,400 for that shirt.”

Uzi was questioned about his controversial personal style while on the “magenta carpet” at the 2017 Billboard Music Awards.

Sway Calloway asked, “What is your response to that? People think it’s feminine.”

“You know what it is? They’ve never felt these fabrics before,” replied Uzi about the Valentino shirt he wore to the awards show.

While the “XO Tour Llif3” performer takes some heat for his wardrobe and his music, Lil Uzi also has backers like R&B singer Tank.

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Drake, Nicki Minaj, Lil Wayne & Bruno Mars Perform At 2017 Billboard Music Awards (VIDEO)

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: News

(AllHipHop News) The 2017 Billboard Music Awards featured performances by some of the biggest names in music.

Young Money was properly represented as Nicki Minaj, Lil Wayne, and Drake hit the stage at the Las Vegas event.

Nicki began the show with a medley of “No Frauds” with Wayne, “Light My Body Up” with David Guetta, “Swalla” with Jason Derulo, and “Regret In Your Tears.”

Drake performed “Gyalchester” off his #1 “playlist” More Life.

Bruno Mars also entertained the BBMA audience by running through his single “Versace On the Floor.”

 

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Snoop Dogg To Launch A Clothing Line During His Own Fashion Festival

By: Mike WinslowCategory: News

 

SNOOP LAUNCHES ANOTHER NEW BUSINESS

(AllHipHop News) Rapper Snoop Dogg is launching a new fashion line.

The JOYRICH x Snoop Dogg collection will be released next month and Snoop will host his first-ever fashion show at Made LA in support of the launch.

The two-day Made LA event will also feature the debut of Wiz Khalifa’s capsule collection and a performance from the rapper and members of his Taylor Gang.

The “Gin and Juice” hitmaker teamed up with designers at streetwear brand JOYRICH to create the line and his son, Cordell Broadus, served as a creative director for the collection.

The 33-piece collection was inspired by the rapper’s career, music, and personal style and includes lifestyle products like pet accessories and bathrobes.

This isn’t the first fashion collection for the 45-year-old – he previously created Rich And Infamous in 2008.

Skepta’s Mom Is Writing A Book About Civil War In Nigeria

By: Mike WinslowCategory: News

Skepta (AllHipHop News) Double Ivor Novello Awards winner Skepta’s mom has written a book about her escape from the civil war in Nigeria.

Ivy Adenuga has penned her life story, according to the rapper, which details the lengths she went to to avoid violence in her homeland before she became a mom.

Speaking at the Ivor Novello Awards in London last night (May 18), where Skepta picked up two major trophies, he said, “She’s written a book. It’s finished. Everybody will be able to read about her travels from Nigeria in the civil war. “She can’t believe it so she had to write it down.”

And the rap star can’t wait to read the book when it’s published:

“I really want people to see where my mom has come from.”

Tribe Called Quest Cancels European Gigs On Doctor’s Order

By: Mike WinslowCategory: News

(AllHipHop News) Rappers A Tribe Called Quest have reportedly axed a trio of upcoming European concerts after frontman Q-Tip sustained a shoulder injury.

The “Scenario” hitmakers have been performing a number of dates in support of their final group album We Got It From Here…Thank You 4 Your Service, and they had been due to head to Denmark for the Roskilde Festival, which kicks off in late June.

However, festival organizers have since announced A Tribe Called Quest will no longer be taking to the stage due to Q-Tip’s medical condition, and they have drafted in Ice Cube to replace them on the bill.

A statement posted on the event’s website reads:

“Unfortunately, A Tribe Called Quest is forced to cancel three European shows this summer. This means that the concert at Roskilde Festival 2017 on Saturday July 1 will not take place.

“The reason for the cancellation is that front man Q-Tip recently had a shoulder injury and needs surgery, after which his doctor has ordered him to stay home and rest.”

The hip-hop veterans, who lost original member Phife Dawg last year, have yet to comment on the news, or the other European shows affected.

A Tribe Called Quest are currently still featured on the bill for the Parklife Festival, which takes place in Manchester, England next month.

It is also not yet known if Q-Tip’s injury and recovery period will affect the band’s planned shows in the U.S. and Canada this summer.

The North American leg of the stars’ tour had been due to begin with the Pemberton Music Festival in British Columbia, Canada on July 13 but event bosses have since pulled the 2017 bash after declaring bankruptcy.

Chance The Rapper, Muse, MGMT, Haim, and Run The Jewels, had also been slated to perform.

Amber Rose Gets Rounds the Clock Guards After Deep Sleep Break In

By: Mike WinslowCategory: News

(AllHipHop News) Model Amber Rose has hired armed security guards to work around the clock after an intruder broke into her California home as she slept on Wednesday (May 17).

Wiz Khalifa’s ex-wife had to call in police after discovering a smashed kitchen window at her San Fernando Valley house, and the culprit managed to spend four hours inside the property without being noticed.

Amber and her boy Sebastian, her four-year-old son with Wiz, allegedly slept through the incident, as did her mother, an assistant, and her bodyguards.

It was only after the model checked through her surveillance footage that she realized exactly what had happened, after capturing the man on camera entering her home and fleeing hours later.

Nothing was stolen in the break-in.

Authorities have yet to make an arrest, and so Amber is taking matters into her own hands by recruiting a new security team to keep her and her family safe 24/7.

Sources tell TMZ the new group of guards are off-duty cops, one of whom will stay inside the property throughout the day and night.

Amber has yet to comment on the security scare.

Rick Ross Postpones U.K. Concert

By: Mike WinslowCategory: News

(AllHipHop News) Rapper Rick Ross has postponed a concert in London next month due to undisclosed reasons.

The “Hustlin’” hitmaker was set to perform at the indigo at The O2 on June 13 as part of his Rather You Than Me tour, but the gig will be rescheduled.

”It is with regret that we announce the postponement of Rick Ross’ upcoming and much anticipated London show,” a statement issued to Bang Showbiz reads.

“Due to circumstances beyond our control, the Rather You Than Me Tour will be postponed to a later date, soon to be announced,” promoters said.

Ross is currently on tour in the U.S.

Bow Wow Finally Meets His Dad On “Growing Up Hip Hop”

By: Mike WinslowCategory: News

(AllHipHop News) Rapper and actor Bow Wow had a strange get together with his estranged father on his new reality TV show Growing Up Hip Hop: Atlanta.

The 30-year-old star had no relationship with his dad growing up and decided it was high time for the two to reconnect – and he did it on camera.

As well as making for great TV, Bow Wow, real name Shad Moss, admits he had a great time getting to know his father.

“You see us trying to catch up, but what was weird is that I’m 30 years old now and I told him…, ‘This is crazy, this is our first father and son talk; not when I was 12 or 15 or 16 when I really needed you…,” he tells Access Hollywood Live.

“I felt like I had to do that for closure. I didn’t wanna get a call that something had happened to him, and I didn’t want him to go the rest of his life thinking that I hated him, which is not the case.

“I got older and I have a daughter now, who is six. As I became a man I just grew up and matured… He was reaching out to me and I took the time to think about it and I said, ‘OK, I’m ready to do it’.”

And Bow Wow insists he still would have made the connection happen even if he wasn’t filming a TV show.

“I was still gonna have that conversation with him,” he adds. “It just so happened that I was filming and it just worked out.”

Bow Wow admits his dad has never been too far away from him, showing up at concerts.

He remembers, “I’d get a call: ‘Hey man, there’s a guy here saying he’s your dad’, and I’d say, ‘That could be anybody…’ It’s cool.”

Kenex Recruits Kacey Khaliel Production For “After Hours”

By: David BullockCategory: Music

“After Hours,” Produced By Kacey Khaliel was inspired by the limitations of the Sacramento night life; as night clubs close much earlier on the West Coast. A night owl in his own right, Kenex wrote, “After Hours,” as a homage to locals that the real party begins after the club closes. Explore this song and others, including his new single, “No Bammer,” Ft. Nef The Pharaoh on iTunes now.

 

Catherine Zeta-Jones To Play Griselda Blanco In Another Movie About “The Godmother” (POLL)

By: Mike WinslowCategory: News

(AllHipHop News) Catherine Zeta-Jones is set to portray Colombian drug queen Griselda Blanco in an upcoming biopic for American network Lifetime.

“Cocaine Godmother” will be directed by Oscar-winning cinematographer Guillermo Navarro.

The film will begin shooting later this year and will premiere in 2018.

The project, written by David McKenna, will centre on Blanco’s violent reign as a cocaine dealer in Miami, Florida in the 1970s and 1980s.

She was sentenced to a decade in prison following her arrest in 1985. Blanco was killed in Columbia in 2012.

Catherine was previously attached to a biopic about Blanco, titled “The Godmother.”

Norwegian director Eva Sorhaug was set to direct the film, but it is unclear why the project didn’t come to fruition.

Jones is not the only actress who will portray Blanco in a film – Jennifer Lopez has signed on to star and executive produce a movie for America’s HBO network.

“I’ve been fascinated by the life of this corrupt and complicated woman for many years,” Jennifer stated in a press release. “The idea of teaming with HBO felt like the perfect fit for finally bringing Griselda’s story to life.”

Alex Pettyfer has also been listed as a co-executive producer, according to Deadline.com, but it is not clear if the “Magic Mike” actor will also star in the movie.

A release date has yet to be announced.

Mark Wahlberg was also developing a film, titled “Cocaine Cowboys,” in 2012 and revealed Lopez was eager to star as Blanco in his film, insisting the role had Best Actress Oscar written all over it.

This Could Be Something B.I.G.

By: YourfavenightmareCategory: Features

(AllHipHop Features) During his tragically shortened career it wasn’t uncommon for Biggie Smalls aka The Notorious BIG to record features with other artists. There was the “Real Love Remix” by Mary J. Blige, “Be Happy” by R.Kelly, and “This Time Around” by the King of Pop, wherein MJ harmonized as BIG extoled his decision to change up his flow; he “got rid on the Rottweiler’s and put pit bulls by the door.”

There’s another feature, however, that’s greatly different than those three and many others. It’s different because it paired the Bad Boy artist from Brooklyn with collaborators from the Bronx – Pudgee tha Phat Bastard, Minnesota, Al. G and Lord Tariq – despite the long standing beef between each borough, and rivalry that often played out in epic proportions in Manhattan’s nightclubs. It was different because it introduced the world, and in many cases reaffirmed for those on the Eastern seaboard, the communal and eventual commercial power of the talent and music being curated on analog mix tapes created by the likes of DJ Clue, Doo Wop and Kid Capri. It was different in the way it was distributed, but most of all, it was different than any other song featuring Big because it has never been commercially released. Despite this last difference, “Think Big” has become part of the canon of classic Hip Hop; a song that lives in the fabric of today’s pop culture.

Here’s a preview of “Think Big”, a mini-doc that tells its story.

Did Wack 100 Get Knocked Out By Treach?!

By: ClassicOneCategory: Rumors

(AllHipHop Rumors) According to 40 Glocc, word on the curb is that Wack 100 allegedly got jumped and knocked out by Naughty By Nature’s Treach and his people! Wack has refuted these claims, and he is now telling Treach that he isn’t squashing anything with him either!

“No I’m not squashing nothing. Bring your b-tch a-s out n-gga, On my MF kids life looking for this f##### MF b-tch a-s n-gga. Now you telling n-ggas you rushed me. I hit all your spots. Bring your f##### a-s out to play,” said Wack.

Apparently Treach wants to call a truce now with Wack 100, and everyone is not feeling it. It’s two ways to look at it: a peaceful truce is better than someone losing their life behind senseless violence, however most wanted to know how could Treach talk all of that sh-t on stage and online, and all of a sudden want to call a truce with Wack 100.

Plus a lot of folks feel like an ass whooping for Wack 100 is long overdue, especially for the Tupac disrespect.

Of course folks have been in Treach’s comments talking reckless and claiming that he is ducking a fade now! At first folks felt like Treach would really be the one to knock Wack out.

I think issa cover up. I still think Treach or his people are going to really deliver a beat down to Wack 100, but he wants to get the attention off of himself before it happens. What are your thoughts?

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Nicki Minaj Raps About “Silly Beefs” On Katy Perry’s Song “Swish Swish”

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: News

(AllHipHop News) Young Money’s Nicki Minaj has spent 2017 providing verses to songs by Major Lazer, Jason Derulo, David Guetta, and DNCE.

Nicki can now be heard on “Swish Swish,” the latest single by Pop superstar Katy Perry.

The track features the Queens representative rapping about how “silly rap beefs” earn her more checks.

Over the last few months, Minaj has been engaged in a back-and-forth feud with fellow New York City rapstress Remy Ma.

“Swish Swish” will be on Perry’s upcoming fifth studio album Witness which is scheduled for release on June 9.

The project is also set to include the song “Bon Appét##” with Atlanta rap group Migos.

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#SwishSwish ? #SwishGuard ?Pink Ferragamo sliders on deck. Silly rap beefs just get me more checks. My life is a movie, I’m never off set. Me & my aMIGOS No not OFFSET ? swish swish awww I got them upset! but my shooters’ll make’m dance like dubstep! Swish swish awww my haters iz OBSESSED! Cuz I get M’s!!!! They get MUCH LESS!!!!! ??? #SwishSwishBish ? @katyperry lets go katy cat ? listen now on Tidal, iTunes & Spotify. Audio on YouTube.

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Jean-Michel Basquiat Painting Sells For Record $110.5 Million

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: News

(AllHipHop News) Jean-Michel Basquiat has been one of the most celebrated visual artists in Hip Hop history.

Jay Z, Kanye West, Nas, J. Cole, Killer Mike, Rick Ross, Wale, A$AP Rocky, Vic Mensa, and many others have referred to the late neo-expressionist painter in their lyrics.

Rap fans should expect the name Basquiat to be mentioned in even more songs in the future now that he holds the sales record for American artists.

Basquiat’s 1982 piece “Untitled” sold for $110.5 million at a Sotheby’s auction on Thursday.

The painting was bought by Japanese businessman Yusaku Maezawa.

“I am happy to announce that I just won this masterpiece. When I first encountered this painting, I was struck with so much excitement and gratitude for my love of art. I want to share that experience with as many people as possible,” wrote the billionaire on Instagram.

Basquiat began as a 1970’s graffiti artist in New York City and later connected with pop culture icon Andy Warhol.

He also worked with rappers Rammellzee and K-Rob for the track “Beat Bop.”

Warhol’s “Silver Car Crash (Double Disaster)” held the previous American sales record at $104.5 million.

I am happy to announce that I just won this masterpiece. When I first encountered this painting, I was struck with so much excitement and gratitude for my love of art. I want to share that experience with as many people as possible. バスキア落札しました。アートを好きになってよかった。このペインティングをはじめて見た時、心からそう思いました。みなさんにも見てもらえる機会を作れたらいいなと思っています。 #jeanmichelbasquiat #basquiat #バスキア #ありがとう @sothebys

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Wack 100 Threatens Treach For Coming To L.A.

By: ClassicOneCategory: Rumors

(AllHipHop Rumors) This is getting serious!

As you know Wack 100 & Naughty By Nature’s Treach have been beefing on social media as Treach refuses to let Wack 100 continue to disrespect Tupac’s name and legacy.

Treach has accused Wack of being in hiding, and he’s definitely offering him the fade. Treach has expressed his anger with Wack and Funk Flex for continuously throwing dirt on Tupac’s name, so you can imagine how upset Treach was when Wack 100 praised Funk Flex for also going in on Pac.

Wack has even taken it so far where he’s offering anyone who knows Treach’s location in LA, $5000 for that information.

“Anybody in La that knows the whereabouts of @TreachTribe I got $5,000 for that information. @TreachTribe where the f-ck you at.” said Wack.

Treach fired at Wack saying,

“HI B-TCH!!, WACK KEEP IT 100 I’M SWITCHED FLIGHTS BEEN HERE IN L.A. for 4 DAYZ LOOKING FOR THAT FADE B-TCH BOY, MEET ME IN SUBURB NEAR YOU LMFAO, YOU DON’T EVEN BE IN THE HOOD I DO N-GGA!!” said Treach.

All I know is this doesn’t sound like it will end well as it definitely sounds like it will turn violent. While Wack 100 seems like just a talker, Treach definitely seems like he is about that life!!!

What are your thoughts?

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Is Tank Defending Mumble Rappers?

By: ClassicOneCategory: Rumors

(AllHipHop Rumors) People are always divided on the state of today’s Hip Hop! Some are supportive of the new waves and others believe it’s straight trash!

One person who is supportive of the new school of Hip Hop artists is R&B singer, Tank.

Artists such as Lil Yachty and Lil Uzi Vert have faced much backlash for putting out garbage music that lacks substance and is nothing more than mumble rap at times.

It seems like Tank was fed up with the harsh criticism. Tank took to Instagram to express how fed up he was with black men speaking down on young black artists.

“I’m utterly disgusted!! I’ve never seen so many grown black men speak out against young black kids fighting to earn a living in this already difficult world! Yes they’re different but so was MJ and Prince! Y’all still celebrate those men highly with no thought to their differences. The crazy part is that these kids actually represent positivity. They give a voice to those who feel like outcasts and may even have a hard time fitting in. These kids make being different ok and give hope to those who may feel like their life has no value. Maybe you’d feel better if these kids ran up on your car high and tooled up with extended clips and told you to “get down, lay down, or be found!” That would make more sense to you huh? You definitely don’t want them to live their dreams and have fun entertaining the world! You definitely don’t want them to feed their families and get they mama out the hood. You n-ggas kill me wanting your music to stay in the 80s and the 90s but gotta have the 2018 Benz! Everything changes! Everything evolves! It may not be for you but it is for the millions that stream it and show up to be entertained by it! Let these kids live!!.. #RnBMoney #RnBSoldiers #TheGeneral #savagecomingsoon #musicislife,” said Tank.

A fan commented under Tank’s Instagram post saying,

“I guess we’re not allowed to say when someone is ruining hip hop, why does it have to turn into hatred? There are many talented artists that never get a chance to show their potential but then guys like these get the opportunity and sell trash. That’s all I’m saying. Not hate in my heart just truth.”

Tank replied by saying,

“@training.to.beat.batman what you call trash a billion other people enjoy. Remember that.

Tank also went on to reply to another fan explaining to them that every artists is not going to make music with “substance”, and they don’t have to. Tank feels that every artist is allowed to paint their own picture. There are no rules.

Does Tank have a point? What are your thoughts?

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