(AllHipHop News) In a shocking turn of events, Ms. Amber Rose has come to the defense of Mrs. Kim Kardashian-West who has been facing media scrutiny for a naked selfie photo this week.
In an Instagram post responding to singer Pink, Amber Rose took on the pop star by sticking up for Kanye’s wife and the mother of his chlidren.
“Damn Pink we were all born naked society sexualizes our breast and bodies. If a grown mother of 2 is comfortable with her body and wants to show it off that’s none of ur business or anyone else’s,” Rose proclaimed on her Instagram.
Rose, a self-proclaimed feminist, seemed to be coming from a pro-women’s viewpoint as most of this controversy has centered around International Women’s Day.
“Now, if u wanna talk to kids and be a mentor to young teens, tell them to go to school and to not use their bodies to get ahead?! I’m all for it! But please as a grown woman let another grown woman live as she wishes,” she added in her statement to Pink.
Rose eventually chalked up Pink’s feelings about the naked Kim K photos to classism and challenged the singer to recall some of her scantily clad performances over the years.
In addition to defending Kim K, Amber Rose took things one step further and invited Kim K to her annual “S### Walk” that looks to combat the stigma of s### shaming in our society.
Check out Amber’s invite to Kim K below, do you think they will be friends someday?
And @kimkardashian I don’t know u well but I saw u speak about s### shaming and as u know I’m an activist feminist so it spoke to me. Being S### shamed and ridiculed is not fun it’s hurtful and mean. Us women deal with it everyday and I’m happy u can speak openly on this now because if anyone knows what it’s like to be S### Shamed it’s u! Live it Kim! Make a difference and speak on it! Not only when it’s convenient for u but when u can help others. Last year at my Slutwalk I told my S### shaming story. This year I would love for u to come and tell urs. This is an open invite from me to u and ur sisters are welcomed too ? Let’s let the naysayers know u are so much more then a sex tape (13 years ago) ? f### it own it. Ur a mom and a business woman, a wife, sister and daughter. Hope we can make this happen #AmberRoseSlutWalk2016
Now DJ Khaled’s archenemy “they” have something else to hate on, as DJ Khaled enters the movie world with his new role in former SNL standout Andy Sandberg’s flick, Popstar Never Stop Stopping.
Previewed in trailer from, the spot is a first for Khaled and his rapidly growing empire.
The comedy shows Conner4Real (Samberg) facing a crisis of popularity after his sophomore album flops, leaving the industry all wondering what to do when “he’s no longer the dopest star of all.”
Also featuring Sandberg’s group The Lonely Island known for their hit parody songs “On A Boat,” “Dick In A Box” and “J### In My Pants,” The Lonely Island group (Andy Samberg, Akiva Schaffer and Jorma Taccone) get the big co-sign from the industry with cameos from Usher, Simon Cowell and of course DJ Khaled himself.
Snoop also makes his surprise appearance in the trailer that was teased on DJ Khaled’s Snapchat several weeks ago.
Already members of the media are comparing the lead character to Justin Timberlake, Justin Bieber and other pop boy bands with legions of crazed fans.
On the show Ray J acts as a chauffeur on couple’s first date, guiding the new couple through various challenges and games.
In each episode of Driven to Love, one hopeful single will hop inside We Tv’s tricked out SUV alongside Ray J, who will serve as their personal driver and wingman and provide insightful dating advice as they cruise around town meeting potential mates.
“When it comes to dating, I’ve been around the block, so who better to take the game of love to the streets. I’ll help one sexy single test drive five of the hottest dates I can find. Some get kicked to the curb and someone will survive to jet off to an amazing vacation in paradise for two,” he explained in the trailer.
One of the games is called “Phone Check” where Ray J goes through the guy’s phone to see what kind of scandals he can turn up.
“There’s no quicker way to find out who a man really is than by going through his phone. As a man who’s done his fair share of scandalous activities, I can relate,” Ray J explained.
Ray J’s matchmaker role for Driven to Love will appear on WE tv April 1st at 10 PM.
(AllHipHop News) Run The Jewels is helping to push video content to the next level. The Hip Hop group made up of Killer Mike and El-P debut their new virtual reality video for “Crown” via TheNew York Times‘ NYT VR app.
The “Crown” visuals are viewable on a smartphone or any type of VR headset. The video was directed by Oscar-nominee Peter Martin (M.I.A., Janelle Monáe) and produced by VR pioneers Wevr.
“Run The Jewels was at the top of our list to work with in VR, because they tell immersive stories set to music and art. I believe their brand of Hip Hop will lead VR in the right direction, and we’re stoked to be collaborating with them to bring VR to a larger audience,” states Anthony Batt, co-founder and Executive Vice President of Wevr.
This effort is the first release for a forthcoming platform for additional VR content called VRTJ. The duo also plans to incorporate an Art the Jewels virtual gallery, live performances, and more.
A 360-degree version of the “Crown” video will be rolled out on Facebook and YouTube’s 360 platforms in April. In addition, Run the Jewels will be releasing customized VRTJ cardboard viewers in conjunction with label Mass Appeal Records.
View Run The Jewels’ “Crown” video via the NYT VR app on iOS and Android. The Run The Jewels 2 album is available for purchase on iTunes and Google Play.
(AllHipHop News) Buzzing southern rapper Nick Grant is quickly gaining loyal followers and media attention thanks in part to his recent ’88 mixtape. After the South Carolina-bred, Atlanta-based spitter dropped off visuals for the cuts “Royalty” and “Class Act,” N.G. returns with a new Spike Jordan directed video for “The Plan.”
“This video reminds me of my career a bit. Formulating a team, mapping out strategies, plotting, executing plays and getting to the prize. That’s the plan,” says the Culture Republic representative. “My career hasn’t been one smooth ride, but it’s been intentional because of what I’m trying to build in this industry as an artist.”
(AllHipHop Features) Two decades ago, Atlanta representative Christopher Bridges made the formal transition from Hot 97.5 host Chris Lova Lova to Hip Hop artist Ludacris. A Grammy-winning, platinum selling career followed. Twenty years later another popular star from the station (now known as WHTA Hot 107.9) is tapping back into his own rap talent with the intent on becoming a force to be reckoned with as a recording artist.
As a member of 107.9’s The Durtty Boyz, ET Carter is one of the most recognizable voices in the ATL. Millions of ears tune in to listen to ET and his partner J-Nick deliver the hits and interview the biggest names in the business. In the near future, ET hopes to reach an even wider audience of listeners as he reintroduces himself as the performer Benefit.
“When you become known in the entertainment industry, by nature, people see you in one light. It’s like watching a singer or a rapper become an actor. People say, ‘Why are they acting?’ Until you notice that they’re good,” explains Benefit on why he changed his stage name.
Don’t be fooled. This move into making music is not Benefit attempting to emulate the numerous rappers that have emerged from Atlanta over the years. The Santa Ana, California native has been writing verses way before he stepped into the WHTA offices.
There are even songs featuring the spitter formerly known as Sandman floating around the internet. One of those records from yesteryear is “Shopaholics” with Nicki Minaj, Gucci Mane, and Bobby Valentino.
Way before he was trading bars with Nicki and Gucci, ET was discovering the sounds of Sade, Anita Baker, Whitney Houston, Aerosmith, Led Zeppelin, and Pink Floyd. As a child in Southern California, Carter’s mother – an Opera and R&B singer – familiarized him with a wide range of genres, but it was his older brother exposed him to Hip Hop.
ET went on to embrace all aspects of the culture. He practiced his emcee skills, and he honed his b-boy abilities. However, the environment of SoCal was putting the young entertainer into situations that could have halted his progress. So Carter borrowed $80 from a woman he was seeing and took a four-day Greyhound bus ride to the capital of Georgia.
“I had no choice. I couldn’t get away from banging at that time. I was really caught up in it. My older sister said, ‘You need to come to Atlanta,’” ET tells AllHipHop.com. “I could rap and dance, so I was teaching choreography. One day I was in the club, and a lady from Hot 107.9 tried to hit on me – I won’t say her name. She said, ‘Oh, you’re too young, but you can come intern at the station.”
The new A-town transplant spent countless hours at the company, even sleeping in the building. Eventually, he worked his way up to become both the on-air talent and producer for 107.9’s top rated nightly 6-10 slot.
‘Skater Chic’ Cover Art
Benefit is now tapping into his West Coast roots and his experiences in the Atlanta music scene for his upcoming debut EP Skater Chic. The title is a representation of the fusion of different styles.
“I come from California where you can go surfing and snowboarding within a day. I grew up on a skateboard, but I keep it chic though,” says Benefit. “It’s combining – for lack of better words – cheap and great. [laughs] I might have some Levi’s on with a pair of $1000 McQueen shoes.”
The idea of melding two distinct tones continues with the production for Skater Chic. G-Funk aficionado Rhythm D and Trap pioneer Zaytoven are expected to be the only beat makers to offer tracks for the project.
“Rhythm D is from the old school. He’s from that Dr. Dre era where he’s going to bring the best out of that person,” states Benefit. “Zaytoven will probably always be around. He has a sound that everybody has copied or took something from out of the south. Whatever producer’s popping right now, believe me, they stole something from Zaytoven.”
The maestro behind tunes by Gucci, Usher, Young Jeezy, Migos, and many more returns the praise. Zaytoven adds, “ET is like a brother, so working with him is always cool. We just vibe, create, and hope that the people like what we cook up.”
Thanks to the fact he played a major role in breaking so many “New Atlanta” artists such as K Camp and Young Thug, ET has a phone full of contacts he can call on to assist with his musical efforts. For example, Skater Chic will feature an appearance from one of the hottest rappers in the A at the moment. Benefit reveals Sy Ari Da Kid of the SlumLords crew contributed to a song called “No Games.”
“ET is family. He can call me for anything and I got him. Hard work respects hard work,” declares Sy Ari.
Back when Chris Lova Lova first disclosed he was reinventing himself as Ludacris, there were plenty of critics ready to pounce on the idea of someone that made their name playing songs on the radio trying to release their own singles. There is no doubt the ET-to-Benefit evolution will come with naysayers as well, but Carter is not concerned with the cynics.
“I’m here for the people that deal with me, that like my music. I’m not really trying to make you a fan,” asserts Benefit. “My music will speak for itself. I’ve been doing this.”
Many of the radio personality’s followers are happy to be along for the ride. In January, ET officially announced on the air he was the person recording as Benefit. The disclosure came along with him borrowing a tactic from Nipsey Hussle and Ryan Leslie by giving out his personal phone number. ET immediately received thousands of texts and calls from supporters.
The 404-238-7716 number is still available for anyone that wants to contact Benefit. He often replies to the messages which completely surprises fans not expecting to hear back from The Durtty Boy.
With Skater Chic arriving in late April via Empire Distribution and a performance at the SXSW Festival coming up this month, ET Carter is on pace to present Benefit as the next possible musician to break out of the A. “The Benefit Of ET” is a brand that the entertainment world may not be able to avoid, and the “My Main” crooner is hands on with all aspects of the campaign.
“I’m a benefit to this game. As an artist, I can rap, sing, or whatever you need me to do. The marketing scheme for Skater Chic is my brainchild,” says Benefit. “I’m not sitting here going, ‘Hey, I’m dope. You should give me a game plan.’ That’s my head doing that. I think I can help a lot of other people too.”
(AllHipHop News) According to reports, New York rapper Lil Mama was arrested around 4 am in Harlem. The “Lip Gloss” rhymer was stopped by police for going 38 mph in a 25 mph zone. Cops then discovered Mama’s license had been revoked, and she was taken into custody.
After taking a hiatus from releasing tracks, Lil Mama recently sparked her musical comeback with songs such as “Sausage” and “Memes.” The Brooklyn native has also dropped remixes to Desiigner’s “Panda” and Rihanna’s “Work.”
(AllHipHop News) MC Lyte is a bona fide Hip Hop legend in her own right, but the Brooklyn emcee looked to other rappers for inspiration as well. Lyte spoke with WBLS about the rhyme spitters that influenced her rap style.
“Melle Mel – when that ‘Message’ came out, I had to know all the words to that. Then of course came Run-DMC with ‘Sucker M.C.’s’ and Slick Rick with ‘La Di Da Di,'” said Lyte.
Besides releasing monumental albums such as Lyte As A Rock, Ain’t No Other, and Bad As I Wanna B, MC Lyte has been active in community outreach. She also serves as a motivational speaker and a Hip Hop historian.
(AllHipHop News) Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson was called back to bankruptcy court this week after the Queens rapper posted pictures of money to his Instagram page. Some of 50’s creditors were concerned the Hip Hop mogul was not reporting all of his income, but those issues appear to be settled.
According to the Hartford Currant, 50 Cent’s lawyers reached deals with the creditors that hold around 95% of his debts. If the agreement is approved by U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Ann Nevins, all of the entertainer’s secured creditors will be paid in full. Unsecured creditors will be paid between 74% and 92% of what they are owed over five years. The faster 50 makes his payments, the lower total amount he will have to pay.
A Justice Department trustee is asking the judge to appoint an examiner to oversee 50’s finances. The social media postings were troubling for U.S. Trustee lawyer Holley L. Claiborn. However, 50’s legal team has insisted the cash used in the photos was fake and he is reporting all income and expenses.
Patrick Neligan, 50’s bankruptcy lawyer, told the judge, “[Many of Jackson’s fans] come from poverty. They want their favorite rapper to be rich. Money is important.”
50 Cent claims to have $19 million in assets and $36 million in liabilities. The Get Rich Or Die Tryin’ performer posted a message on IG, “For some reason people love me. I went to court today and all I felt was love. They asked me about money I said I ain’t got none,but if you want some M&M’s, here ya go.”
(AllHipHop News) Kanye West is already working on his next album titled Turbo Grafx 16, but the G.O.O.D. Music founder appears to be set to release another version of his latest effort first. Ye jumped on Twitter to announce he has not dropped the final version of The Life Of Pablo yet.
The Life Of Pablo currently available for streaming on Tidal does feature tracks that appear to be unfinished. The cut “30 Hours” actually sounds like a demo. If and when Kanye unloads the mixed TLOP,fans should not expect to be able to purchase a physical copy. The Chicago representative recently declared his music will only be available for streaming from now on.
(AllHipHop News) AZ takes viewers back to Brooklyn in a new installment of BET’s digital docu-series #BLX. The Doe or Die album creator reflects back on growing up in the projects. New episodes of #BLX air every Wednesday on BET.com and the BET NOW app.
“I’m glad I got the opportunity to express myself, and be here 20 years later to talk about it,” said AZ. “I try to do it for the brothers that ain’t coming home, for the brothers that never got a chance to have dreams.”
(AllHipHop News) Azealia Banks has deleted her social media.
On Twitter, she said, “Ok, today, i’m finally making the decision to eject from social media. American media culture is honestly so f*ckin disgusting and junky and complaining about it is not going to change it. reading s**t, seeing stupid ass articles and dumb b######/bros has just really filled me up with a lot of bad feelings.”
She continued:“It’s been a great couple of years, sharing opinions and having conversations, but i think i will be so much happier just NOT looking at this. (Americans have the WORST taste in everything.) So my friends, its time to say goodbye once and for all to this account. This account will exist no more. Time for a bit of Mystery… Goodbye.”
She then deactivated her Twitter account. After that, the followers started to roast the rapper voraciously.
(AllHipHop News) Watch what you say, because it could land you in jail. Rapper J. P. Smoov is currently going through that struggle after he was arrested last month due to threats he made in a song. The 20 year old MC is behind bars after posting a video on YouTube in November for his single “KAR.” The track featured lyrics that allegedly posed a threat to the Queens District Attorney Richard Brown.
In the song, Smoov says “Tell the judge to get off my c***, put the DA in a box.” The Queens DA took the lyrics as a direct threat and Smoov has been remanded to Riker’s Island since Feb. 22.
Smoov claims that “KAR” was written a couple years ago and predates his arrest at age 18. According to The New York Daily News, Smoov’s attorney defends the rapper’s words as freedom of speech and claims they were not in direct response to Smoov’s legal run-ins with the DA.
Smoov is no newbie to the court system. He was recently released on bail after being charged with murder conspiracy for his involvement in a plot to kill two members of a rival gang. If convicted on the conspiracy charges, Smoov faces 25 years to life. Pray for the young MC.
Ahhhhhh…this dude, 50 Cent! He is hilarity PERSONIFIED! Earlier today, he stated that the money he posts on Instagram is FAKE. It may be…it may be not. We don’t know for sure. We know that he has been having a lot of woes on the money tip – we think. Either way, dude simply won’t stop trolling the net, us and the JUDGE! Check out what he just posted.
(AllHipHop Music News) Today (March 9) makes 19 years since the rap game lost one of its most precious gems. In honor of the late great Biggie Smalls, many fans have been paying their respects to the Brooklyn legend, including artists like Joey Bada$$. Today he released a new track entitled “Brooklyn’s Own,” produced by Statik Selektah, which pays homage to the Notorious B.I.G.
After making headlines all last week with the beef with Troy Ave, it’s nice to see Joey staying focused and working on the music. He has been touring at a few universities, speaking on his journey and navigating through the music industry. His most recent announcement was that he would be a part of the new popular TV show, Mr. Robot.
Joey has also been adamant about helping fellow Pro Era mates get their shine. He has been fully supportive of Kirk Knight and the pair even teamed up for his latest visual. With the new music, lecture tour and even acting gigs, Joey Bada$$ seems to be heading on the right path.
(AllHipHop News)The death of Bankroll Fresh still has the world of Hip-Hop shaken up. The fact that another rising rap star has been taken away from the world is startling. What may shock people even more is there is purported video that seems to show the shootout that would claim the Atlanta rapper’s life.
The video has not been verified by AllHipHop, but it definitely was shot during a gunfight. The video was shot at a gunfight and the person that uploaded it claims it was at that fateful incident.
On Tuesday, hundreds came out to show respect and love for the slain rapper at a vigil in Northwest Atlanta. Admirers danced to Bankroll Fresh’s music and reflected on his life.
Bankroll Fresh, born Trentavious White, was murdered Friday at Street Execs Studios on Defoor Place. He was 28.
Some say he sounds a lot like Nas, but God Son never hopped in an Elmo suit and hopped around New York’s Time Square. You want Hip-Hop authentic? Funny? Well, here it is.
Tatiana Smith (Credit: Hall County Sheriff’s Office)
(AllHipHop News) Authorities have revealed that Katt Williams will stay in jail for an unforeseen period of time.
The embattled entertainer was arrested Tuesday for threatening to kill his bodyguard. He was granted bond after agreeing to surrend his passport, but he will not likely leave jail. Authorities charge Katt has violated the terms of his previous bond.
A Hall County judge set bond at $60,000. Furthermore, the comedian was told to stay away from the bodyguard and his family, drugs, alcohol, or weapons. Yesterday, Katt was arrested on the bodyguard charges, but a search of his house alleged turned up weed and weapons.

There are two co-defendants in the case against Katt.
Tatiana Smith, 24, allegedly choked the former bodyguard, Corey Dixon, and then assaulted him with a baseball bat. Lena Smith, 40, was arrested for felony possession of marijuana and given $5,000 bond.
(AllHipHop News) When you’re featured as the musical director for The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon like Questlove, doors open up for you in all directions.
One such avenue that has embraced Questlove is the food connoisseur or “foodie” world, built on the taste buds of food lovers across the globe.
It’s a movement spawned in part by chefs and food enthusiasts like Anthony Bourdain, who wrote the forward to Questlove’s book called, somethingtofoodabout: Exploring Creativity with Innovative Chefs which is set to hit shelves next month.
“The term foodie is inadequate to describe Questlove’s relationship with the international subculture of chefs. He would be better described as a fully made member of the chef media. This book offers some evidence of his reach, the depth of his interest – and his extraordinary good taste,” Bourdain explains in the forward.
Written by Questlove with the help of Ben Greenman and featuring photos by renowned photographer Kyoko Hamada, Questlove’s book is a new kind of food book.
In a press statement about the book we learn that the book isn’t just about food, it’s all about the art, craft, and creativity of working with food through the lens of 10 different chefs around the country.
“somethingtofoodabout takes readers around the country: not only to New York City, where Questlove is currently based, but to up-and-coming culinary hotspots like Austin and Philadelphia (the city of his birth). Questlove also goes west to Los Angeles, north to Portland, and south to New Orleans, speaking with chefs about their personal histories, their creative processes, and their insights into innovation in food.”
The Clarkson Potter published book will go on sale April 12, 2016 for $30.00 in the hardcover version.
(AllHipHop News) With Future’s Purple Reign tour making its stops across the country, the Billboard chart-topping rapper announced his first official venture into the fashion and design worlds with a “Freebandz Pop-Up Shop” in Los Angeles, California.
Future’s gear will premiere at the limited edition “Freebandz Pop-Up Shop” on the stylish Fairfax avenue during a two-week stint that will reveal Future’s S/S ’16 collection from the Freebandz Clothing line.
The Freebandz Clothing line is slated to offer nine new and limited edition t-shirt collaborations as well as a number of newly introduced items, including Future’s S/S 16 “Big Rings” collection.
The t-shirts have different release dates and pay homage to A$AP Yams, Future’s music and also showcase various designs of his Future Hendrix moniker. (see below)
The collection is said to offer “thick varsity embroidery, minimalistic graphics and neutral color ways bearing the company’s logo and verbiage.”
Future has also teamed up with Cease & Desist a brand that is providing wardrobe on Future’s sold-out “Purple Reign Tour” with Ty Dolla $ign.
In addition to the aforementioned Cease & Desist, the pop-up experience will also feature exclusive collections from brands including RSVP and the DOPE Clothing Brand.
Patrons of the FreeBandz Pop-up Shop will also have the opportunity to walk away with Future concert tickets, exclusive packages and more.
The ultimate prize is a private meet-n-greet package with Future during his sold out Los Angeles “Purple Reign” tour performance.
The Pop-Up Shop kicks off March 8th and will run through March 20th.
10% proceeds go to FreeWishes Foundation. For more information, please visit www.FreeBandz.com
Check out some pics of the t-shirts and pop up shop below.
Vegas Giovanni Photography | Free Bandz | Hypebeast | 2016
Vegas Giovanni Photography | Cease and Desist Lookbook | 2015
