(AllHipHop News) As one of the breakout music stars of 2017, Khalid tapped into the under-20 mindset with his platinum-certified album American Teen. As a black man in the United States, the Texas-bred singer claims to have experienced injustice first hand.

“Police brutality is so big right now in America and I hate it, because police are supposed to be our protectors, they’re supposed to be the people that save us. Why is it that when my friends and I are walking down the street the moment that we hear a police car we get the chills, we get frightened?” Khalid expressed to Montreality. “I’ve been a victim of police brutality. When I was a kid, I was like 15 years old. I got stereotyped.”

He continued, “I was walking down the street, and someone accused me of committing a crime that I didn’t even make. It’s stupid. I kind of wish it didn’t exist. Hopefully with the evolvement of America as a whole, after this presidency is said and done, we’ll have more time focusing on being positive and being helpful.”

Khalid has also spoken out about another social issue presently sparking conversations across the country. Last year, the “Young Dumb & Broke” performer shared a time when a female fan allegedly groped him.

“I love interacting and talking to fans but I also love respecting others so don’t disrespect me when I’m being nice,” tweeted the Grammy nominated artist in November.

(AllHipHop News) Congrats go out to Matthew “Boi-1da” Samuels. The Canadian beatmaker had an amazing week on the charts, thanks to three songs he produced holding a Top 10 spot on the Billboard Hot 100.

Drake’s record-setting tracks “God’s Plan” and “Diplomatic Immunity” debuted at #1 and #7, respectively. G-Eazy’s “No Limit” featuring A$AP Rocky and Cardi B currently sits at #10.

“This is God’s work. I’m blessed to have accomplished the things that I have in my career. This is the kind of thing that you dream about as a kid making beats in your basement,” says Boi-1da.

The Jamaica-born musician now has three career Number 1s as a producer. Eminem’s “Not Afraid” (2010) and Rihanna’s “Work” with Drake (2016) topped the Hot 100 as well.

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(AllHipHop News) Back in 2016, Justin Timberlake found himself on the wrong side of Twitter detractors. Actor/activist Jesse Williams gave a passionate BET Awards speech about dismantling the idea of white supremacy, and Timberlake responded to Williams’ message by tweeting “inspired.”

A Twitter user then called out JT for what he perceived as years of cultural appropriation conducted by the Tennessee native. The ex-Boy Bander countered his critic by posting, “Oh, you sweet soul. The more you realize that we are the same, the more we can have a conversation.”

That “tone-def” reaction led to even more backlash which forced Timberlake to apologize. Apparently, the Super Bowl LII halftime performer is still reflecting on his Summer 16 tweet and the aftermath.

Beats 1 Radio’s Zane Lowe asked JT if his “Say Something” record with Chris Stapleton was a reflection on well-intentioned statements getting taken the wrong way. Timberlake admitted he and Stapleton wrote that song almost a year ago in the midst of “weird things” taking place in the world.

“I said I want to speak up and I want to say something but I just don’t want to get caught in the rhythm of something because if the rhythm goes off, the train goes off the tracks. And [Stapleton] was just like, ‘ok I’ll be right back,’” recalled the Man of the Woods album creator. “And [Stapleton] wrote those two lines down and then he sort of took a second to himself. I think maybe with the notoriety that has come his way in recent years, because he’s penned so many songs for so many artists on that side of the fence and now to be a solo artist, I think he’s starting to see that you can be in the middle of a storm of confusion.”

Later, Lowe directly brought up celebrities communicating through social media in general and specifically Justin’s Twitter exchange about Williams’ speech. Timberlake replied, “And you feel terrible, like, ‘oh man, that is not what I meant. Why did I do that?’ You realize too, that patience really is a virtue. You have to learn that… So it can be very confusing. I feel like that song is about that moment.”

(AllHipHop News) “Pray For Me” – the latest single from Black Panther: The Album – has made its way to the internet. The track is a Kendrick Lamar-The Weeknd collaboration.

Lamar and his TDE CEO Anthony “Top Dawg” Tiffith are curating the entire Black Panther soundtrack. The forthcoming set also includes contributions from SZA, Schoolboy Q, Ab-Soul, Jay Rock, Future, 2 Chainz, Travis Scott, Khalid, Vince Staples, and more.

“Marvel Studios’ Black Panther is amazing, from its cast to its director [Ryan Coogler],” says Lamar. “The magnitude of this film showcases a great marriage of art and culture. I’m truly honored to contribute my knowledge of producing sound and writing music alongside Ryan and Marvel’s vision.”

“Pray For Me” follows the release of “All The Stars” by Kendrick Lamar and SZA as well as “King’s Dead” by Kendrick, Jay Rock, Future, and James Blake. Black Panther: The Album is scheduled for release on February 9, one week before the movie hits theaters.

(AllHipHop News) Some of the most celebrated female rappers in history are set to take part in a live event. Trina, Remy Ma, Eve, MC Lyte, Rah Digga, Monie Love, Yo Yo, Mia X, Nikki D, and The Lady of Rage are all listed on the line-up for the “Queens of Hip-Hop” concert.

The showcase will take place March 17 at the Phillips Arena in Atlanta. Following that historic night, a nationwide tour is planned for the future.

“I am honored to share the stage with women who have placed an imprint on the Hip Hop scene of music worldwide with their sound and stamp,” says Trina. “The ‘Queens of Hip Hop Tour’ supports empowering women of music, more so, Hip Hop and being able to unite for our fans on one stage.”

The Love & Hip Hop: Miami star adds, “I look forward to seeing my fellow female emcees, and presenting a memorable performance experience for my Rockstarrs.”

More dates for the “Queens of Hip Hop Tour” are expected to be announced soon. Stops are anticipated to take place in Los Angeles and New York.

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(AllHipHop News) Emcee/podcaster N.O.R.E. has been dropping hints for a while that he had a food-centered program on the way. The Complex Networks original series On the Run Eatin’ with N.O.R.E. is now set to premiere on First We Feast and Verizon’s go90 streaming service.

Each episode follows N.O.R.E as the outgoing entertainer samples various cuisine from restaurants, backyard barbecues, street fairs, and sailing excursions. Celebrities will guide the Queens native and his crew in locales such as Atlanta, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, New York City, Napa Valley, Miami, and Puerto Rico.

“We traveled the US for months searching for the best food! We shared our favorite undiscovered spots in every city we hit trying to outdo the last one,” N.O.R.E. states. “Sometimes we would even stop the tour bus in the middle of the road to grab food from some dope looking places! A couple thousand miles and a few pounds later, I can’t wait for y’all to see what we found!”

Big Boi, Amber Rose, Fat Joe, Ice T, CeeLo Green, Scott Storch, Benzino, Raekwon, Eddie Huang, E-40, Jim Jones, Juelz Santana, Bun B, and DJ EFN are just a few of the guest stars that will appear on the show. Charlamagne Tha God serves as an executive producer along with N.O.R.E., Eli Frankel, Douglas Banker, and Bryan Stratte.

Episodes of On the Run Eatin’ with N.O.R.E. are scheduled to begin streaming on Wednesday, February 28.

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(AllHipHop News) Rap star E-40 has added a new line of tequila to his spirits business.

In addition to being one of the dopest rappers, E-40 has a successful brand called Earl Stevens Selections.

Over the years E-40 has marketed wine, beer and his signature “Sluricane” mixed cocktail drink.

Next up for the rapper’s brand is E. Cuarenta Tequila, a new line E-40 has been developing for several years.

“I have spent years and many trips to different distillers in Mexico working with master blenders to find just the right product and taste profile,” E-40 explained. “I have selected a small boutique distillery that still uses the Old World process of making Tequila.”

E. Cuarenta Tequila will come in Blanco, Reposado, Anejo produced by the distillery, which E-40 labeled one of Mexico’s “finest Boutique and awarding winning producers.”

The rapper plans on launching E. Cuarenta, which translates to E-40 in Spanish, on the Cinco de Mayo holiday this year.

(AllHipHop News) Rap pioneer Chuck D still fears America will no longer be united in 2050.

The Public Enemy star predicted the U.S. would be a split nation by the middle of the 21st century during an interview with talk show host Tavis Smiley a decade ago, and now he’s convinced we won’t need to wait another 30 years, thanks to the damage done by current leader Donald Trump.

“I predicted that America wouldn’t be in one piece by 2050 and that it would be split up into three different countries,” the “Fight the Power” hitmaker tells Rolling Stone.

“I still think that the United States of America has never really been united in the last 50 years, and it might be three countries by 2050 if there’s still a planet,” Chuck D said.

And the hardcore hip-hop icon admits he fears for a future without “clown” Trump as President, adding, “I don’t think he will last his term, with health reasons just being one of them.

“He ain’t a quitter, but he’ll be forced to get out of there. And then we gotta face (Vice President) Mike Pence, who is a nightmare. Trump is a clown. Pence is a nightmare.”

(AllHipHop News) Pusha T has revealed Valee, a Chicago rapper, has signed to G.O.O.D Music.

Pusha T, the president of the the label, made the announcement. “If you know, you know…if you don’t, you soon will. @valee #GOODMusic#Chicago,” Pusha T said.

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(AllHipHop News) Nipsey Hussle continues to reinvest into the local Los Angeles community.

First, Nipsey opened his state of the Marathon Store in South Central in June of 2017.

Now Nipsey has plans to open his own STEM Center called Too Big Too Fail, which he plans to base in Los Angeles as well.

Nipsey has stressed the value of being independent throughout his career. His record label All Money In is preparing to release his upcoming album Victory Lap.

The rapper has also been very active in educating his fan base on technology, specifically the rise of cryptocurrencies.

Take a look at Nipsey on Big Boy’s Neighborhood.

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(AllHipHop News) Fox’s new vocal competition show featuring DJ Khaled and Sean Diddy Combs, has been engulfed in a sexual assault Scandal.

‘The Four: Battle For Stardom” featured Diddy, Khaled, Meghan Trainor, and Republic Music’s President Charlie Walk, as celebrity judges, looking for the next big thing in music.

But, Charlie Walk was just booted from the show, over sexual harassment allegations.

An unnamed woman who worked for Republic Records, which is owned by Universal Music Group, claims Walk harassed her for years.

This included sexually explicit images and videos via Snapchat, and off-color remarks in front of her colleagues at the label.

The woman claims Walk took it too far when he begged her to come to his Los Angeles hotel room.

In addition to being removed from ‘The Four” and scrubbed from Fox’s website, Charlie Walk has been placed on indefinite leave by Universal Music Group.

“Mr. Walk has been placed on leave, and will remain in leave for the duration of the investigation,” the company said in a statement.

Charlie Walk will appear on this week’s pre-taped episode of ‘The Four” but will be removed from future episodes.

A replacement has not been announced.