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Beyoncé To Perform With Cold Play At Super Bowl 50

Following a stellar headlining performance at the 2013 Pepsi Super Bowl XLVIII halftime show, Beyoncé is set to revisit that illustrious stage. The global sensation will join Cold Play on stage for the Pepsi Super Bowl 50 Halftime Show, this confirmed by Entertainment Tonight. The Houston native’s camp has yet to confirm what song(s) she’s set to perform.

Rumors are swirling that Queen Bey will help Cold Play belt out “Hymn for the Weekend.” The musical maven is featured on the band’s track from their most recent album, A Head Full of Dreams. In addition to the anticipated appearance from B, Bruno Mars is also slated to take the stage with Cold Play.

A gratful Chris Martin  has previously suggested that this upcoming performance will be “the greatest moment of our band’s life.”

Besides Beyoncé and Bruno Mars, who else should make an appearance at the Pepsi Super Bowl 50 Halftime Show?

Feel The Vibe: Future Talks Friendship With Blac Chyna

After experiencing the chagrin of last October’s “tattoo-gate,” the supposed relationship with Blac Chyna and Future, has silently slipped from the headlines. Yesterday (Jan. 7), Mr. Freebandz cleared up dating and declared his single status, as reported by BBC Radio 1Xtra.

When replying to a question about the “Rich $ex” video he openly offered, “I just felt the vibe between us. I just wanted to capture the beauty of her.” Soon the discussion would intensify pertaining to the extent their interactions. Future went on to insist, “We good, we great. That’s my people.”

Are these two just friends or friends?

Is This Drake's New Girl?

It seems like Drake, Rick Ross, & Fetty Wap etc. have been getting around. We spot them with a different girl everyday. Hey, they could just be friends though. Drake was recently spotted at a game with CSULB volleyball player Ashley Murray. Allegedly the two go way back and she’s a girlfriend he left. We’ll keep our eyes on these two…. Amber Rose, Serena Williams, and your local stripper.

Jewelry Company Claims T.I. Owes Them Over $400K !

According to Georgia jewelry company Aydin & Co, T.I. owes them money for several unpaid pieces. The company filled a lawsuit claiming that they delivered an 18.5 karat white gold bracelet, a ring and a yellow gold rosary to T.I in 2014. They claim he paid $20K for the jewelry but he still owes $44K. Aydin & Co claims that T.I. actually owes a lot more, as they said he’s owed them for a decade, with a total unpaid debt of over $400K. Apparetnly the company wants Tip to cough up $700K. Rumor has that T.I. thinks the lawsuit is ridiculous. We will see how this plays out.

Kanye West Drops "Real Friends / No More Parties" Featuring Ty Dolla $ign & Kendrick Lamar

After dropping Facts last week, Kanye West returns with new track “Real Friends” featuring Ty Dolla $ign produced by Kanye and a snippet of “No More Parties” featuring Kendrick Lamar produced by Madlib. New album SWISH coming soon!!

Listen below.

Janet Jackson Denies Cancer Rumors

Photo via Janet’s Instagram

Rumors recently swirled about icon Janet Jackson allegedly having throat cancer, leading fans to believe this was the reason some of her shows were being cancelled and postponed. Jackson addressed the reports about her health online by saying she does not have cancer.

“The rumors are untrue. I do not have cancer. I am recovering,”

Jackson said in a video released on her Twitter account. The video was accompanied by a caption that said

“From my lips…”

She went on to say,

“Thank you for your prayers and love.”

Janet announced in December that she would postpone several 2016 dates on her “Unbreakable” world tour, as she had been advised to have surgery. RadarOnline speculated that she was undergoing tests for a growth on her vocal chords that could be cancerous. Despite Janet’s “Unbreakable,” album charting at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, there have been rumors that those around her have been exaggerating her health issues because tickets to her concerts aren’t selling well. It has been said that they want to get a few headlines and arrange a “come back” tour effect. Hmmmmm.

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Scarface Announces 28-Date 'Icon' Tour

(AllHipHop News) Last year was an incredibly active year for Brad “Scarface” Jordan. The legendary lyricist set out on a Geto Boys tour, released an introspective memoir, Diary of a Madman: The Geto Boys, Life, Death, and the Roots of Southern Rap, and dropped his 12th studio album, Deeply Rooted. This Hip-Hop hero is set to hit the road in February to kick-off his Icon tour.

On Thursday (Feb. 11) ‘Face will open the show in Tulsa, OK. After traveling through the West, the Midwest, and the South, this Hip-Hop hero is scheduled to end the endeavor on April Fool’s Day (4-1). His hometown of Houston will serve as the perfect spot to close out the tour.

At press time 28 dates have been confirmed for this Icon tour. In the near future, the Emeritus MC has hinted that more dates may be added to the line-up.

Scroll down through the list of confirmed dates:

2/11 – Tulsa, OK – Shrine

2/12 – Dallas, TX – Trees

2/13 Oklahoma City, OK – OKC Farmers Market

2/15 – El Paso, TX – Club 301

2/16 – Tucson, AZ – Club 4th Ave

2/17 – San Diego, CA – La Luz Ultra Lounge

2/18 – Los Angeles, CA – Los Globos

2/19 – San Francisco, CA – Mezzanine

2/21 – Sacramento, CA – Harlows

2/23 – Seattle, WA – Nectar Lounge

2/24 – Portland, OR – Hawthorne Theatre

2/26 – Salt Lake City, UT – Liquid Joe’s

2/27 – Colorado Springs, CO – Sick Puppy Saloon

2/28 – Denver, CO – Roxy Theatre

3/3 – Des Moines, IA – Val Air Ballroom

3/4 – Lincoln, NE – Bourbon Theatre

3/5 – Chicago, IL – Portage Theatre

3/9 – Indianapolis, IN – Birdys

3/10 – Fort Wayne, IN – O’Reilly’s

3/11 – Columbus, OH – Skullys

3/12 – Lansing, MI – Fahrenheit Live

3/13 – Cleveland, OH – Grog Shop

3/18 – Manchester, NH – Shaskeen

3/19 – Cambridge, MA – Middle East

3/24 – Asheville, NC – New Mountain

3/25 – Augusta, GA – Sky City

3/29 – Murfreesboro, TN – Tempt

4/1 – Houston, TX – KOKO Nightclub

What is Scarface’s best album?

Is Rihanna Shooting A New Music Video With Drake?

Photos via Rihanna & Drake’s Instagram

It seems like things surrounding Rihanna’s album are finally being set into motion. A few months ago RiRi unveiled the ANTIdiaRy experience with Samsung, but fans are still waiting to unlock the final room, and are left feeling like they don’t know much about Rihanna’s new album. A an alleged casting call for a Rihanna music video with Drake appeared online that may suggest the album will be coming soon. It has been rumored that Rihanna’s next singe is titled ‘Work’ and features Drake. According to the casting call, Rihanna is going to shoot the video over a two day period and is looking for roles including cops and horseback riders. VEVO claims the album could be coming any day now. We’ll see. Check out the said casting call below.

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Fetty Wap Talks Masika Kalysha Pregnancy: She Knew What She Was Doing!

As of late, Fetty Wap and Masika Kalysha have publicly addressed their perspectives concerning the reality starlet’s pregnancy. The Love & Hip-Hop: Hollywood alum has vigorously alleged that the “Trap Queen” rapper knowingly impregnated her. She has also contended that Fetty Wap had callously suggested that she abort the unborn child.

[ALSO READ: Masika Kalysha To Fetty Wap: You Got Me Pregnant On Purpose!]

Recently during an interview with The Shade Room, Fetty Wap broke down his thoughts on the drama concerning his interactions with Masika. He soon asserted that he initially met MK, who was strategically placed at a party he was slated to attend. Fetty then claimed, “I wasn’t just no random dude in the club. She knew I was gonna be there and that’s how that happened.”

The Billboard chart-topper does concede to engaging in unprotected sex with Masika, “Yeah, I ain’t gonna lie. I got no reason to lie. I did it,” he admitted. That’s where his explanation began to get vague. While describing the fleeting encounter Fetty added, “We talked about certain sh*t that was supposed to happen, and I guess she went around that sh*t. That’s how I knew it was all planned out.”

According to the cross-over crooner, that brief encounter did not mean that he desired to begin a relationship with Kalysha. “I was out.Once I left, I went right back to my regular life,” he matter-of-factly expressed. Incredulous disbelief proceeded his following statement, “Next thing I know, I’m getting text messages like, ‘Whatchu gonna do?’ I told you what I’m gonna do. It’s a lot of s### going on with that right now.”

How will Masika respond to these allegations from Fetty Wap?

DJ Mustard Recalls Doing House Parties For Snoop, New Music With Travis Scott

The past four years for DJ Mustard has been a whirlwind of events. From producing with YG and Ty Dolla $ign to getting picked to join Coachella, DJ Mustard has done so much in such a short period of time. Take look at this interview with Power 106 as they get into Mustard’s path to his current status as a RIAA Platinum producer. He also gives insight to his new song with Travis Scott and breaks down how Metro Boomin helped create the track. Enjoy below!

Romeo And Angela Simmons Speak On DMs, Dating Rumors And "Growing Up Hip-Hop"

Angela Simmons & Romeo recently interviewed at The Breakfast Club about their new show “Growing Up Hip-Hop.” Angela speaks on the confrontation with Dame Dash in the first episode, and the both Romeo and Angela take the time to adress their dating rumors. Romeo also speaks on his parents getting a divorce and how his new project ‘Fighting Monsters’ addresses his recent family issues.

Chicago Rapper Bandman Kevo To Plead Guilty In "Credit Card Cracking" Scheme

(AllHipHop News) Kevin “Bandman Kevo” Ford is set to plead guilty to one count of conspiracy to commit bank fraud, according to the Chicago Tribune. The 27-year-old Chicago rapper and fellow defendant Cortez Stevens agreed to plea deals with federal prosecutors for a “credit card cracking” scheme.

[ALSO READ: Chicago Rapper Bandman Kevo Allegedly Connected To Rap Video/Bank Fraud Conspiracy]

Kevo and 28 other people across two states were accused of conspiring to recruit bank customers through social media to share their debit card and personal identification numbers. Authorities say they then deposited counterfeit checks into third party accounts and later withdrew money from ATMs. The banks would not discover the checks were frauds until after the money was secured in bogus accounts.

In a 2014 exclusive interview with AllHipHop.com, Kevo denied any involvement in the illegal activity. He said, “They still don’t have no hard evidence. They’re just saying, ‘witnesses said…’ Basically, somebody got in a jam, and I got the most money to them so they must have mentioned my name. Who knows? But it ain’t like they got me doing this or got me doing that.”

At the time, Kevo also accused the FBI of purposely targeting him for non criminal reasons. The creator of the buzzing song “Baller In Me (Remix)” featuring Chief Keef believed he was being pursued by the Feds in order to harm his music career. Kevo insisted he would ultimately beat the case.

“Everything that they have in the paperwork is mixed up. It ain’t even right. They’re just saying and doing anything to file a case,” he stated.

Bandman Kevo and Cortez Stevens agreed to pay $141,919 in restitution which will come from a 2004 Audi and a 2006 Maserati already forfeited to the federal government. Their convictions could lead to a 30 year prison sentence.

[ALSO READ: EXCLUSIVE: Chicago Rapper Bandman Kevo Talks Bank Fraud Charges, FBI Investigation & Online Criticism]

Lil Mama Talks Famous Power 105.1 Breakfast Club Interview, Memes & Nicki Minaj Beef (VIDEO)

Two time hip-hop sensation, Lil Mama, strikes a comeback after years of public ridicule from a stunt and interview that stagnated her career. By now everyone has seen, in some shape or form, the memes of Lil Mama breaking down in tear on The Breakfast Club. Not only have you seen the breakdown but we’ve also laughed at the various memes that have surfaced, including the artist whose “Lip Gloss” was pippin back in 2005 and had the world screaming “Sausage” throughout the summer of 2015.

[ALSO READ: Lil Mama’s “Sausage” Starts Trending Frenzy]

When asked if she felt disrespected by Charlamagne Tha God and the memes made to mock her, Lil Mama had no response other than, “Im laughing at the jokes but not the person.”

NewScope Live! host, Nasir Ellis, delves in deep into the creation of the EP “Take Me Back” and who she is as a person, not a persona.  She silences everyone, fans and critics, with first track “Memes” which quickly addresses her sentiments about public ridicule.

Watch Parts 1 & 2 of the interview below.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=av5W10jiYOg

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P6zsW9tXOwA

RZA Says Black Youth Should Dress Properly To Not Scare White Officers

(AllHipHop News) It was the tragic killing of Trayvon Martin that initially sparked the Black Lives Matter movement against racial profiling, police brutality, and racial inequality. The 17-year-old Florida native was killed by a neighborhood watch volunteer who believed Martin was dangerous, partially because the teen was wearing a hoodie in the rain.

[ALSO READ: Logic Discusses Not Speaking Out About Freddie Gray Killing & Black Lives Matter Movement (VIDEO)]

The idea of black Americans conducting themselves in a certain way in order to not scare white Americans has been a contentious topic for years. Some activists argue “respectability politics” is a form of victim blaming, because the focus should be on questioning the person that performed the violent act and not on the person that was harmed, especially in situations where the victim was unarmed and not committing a crime.

Others believe the actions, appearance, and history of the victim does affect the outcome in situations such as Martin’s death or incidents where police killed black citizens. From Michael Brown in Ferguson, Missouri to Sandra Bland in Waller County, Texas to Freddie Gray in Baltimore, Maryland, respectability politics has been brought up in nearly every case of law enforcement officers being involved in the death of unarmed African-Americans.

It appears Wu-Tang Clan member RZA is on the side of the argument that says appearance does play a part in white police officers assaulting black youth. RZA told Bloomberg:

When you think about some of the brothers who are being brutalized by the police, you also got to have them take a look, and us take a look, in the mirror, at the image we portray. If I’m a cop and every time I see a young black youth, whether I watch them on TV, movies, or just see them hanging out, and they’re not looking properly dressed, properly refined, you know, carrying himself, conducting himself proper hours of the day—things that a man does, you’re going to have a certain fear and stereotype of them. I tell my sons, I say, if you’re going somewhere, you don’t have to wear a hoodie–we live in New York, so a hoodie and all that is all good. But sometimes, you know, button up your shirt. Clean up. Look like a young man. You’re not a little kid, you know what I mean? I think that’s another big issue we gotta pay attention to. Is the image that we portray that could invoke a fear into a white officer, or any officer.

RZA also added, “Of course black lives matter. All lives matter. I stopped eating meat because their lives matter to me. I don’t think it’s necessary for us to grow a cow to kill it.”

[ALSO READ: RZA Addresses Martin Shkreli Owning Secret Wu-Tang Clan Album (VIDEO)]

Kanye West Addresses Mentioning LeBron James On "Facts" Song

(AllHipHop News) Kanye West once again found himself caught up in controversy when he released his song “Facts.” Besides blatantly calling out Nike, some listeners believed the G.O.O.D. Music founder was also taking shots at basketball star LeBron James on the track.

[ALSO READ: Kim Kardashian Hints New ‘G.O.O.D. Friday’ Releases From Kanye West Could Be On The Way]

The record features Kanye rapping, “Nike treating employees just like slaves. Gave LeBron a billie [billion dollars] not to run away.”

Nike signed James to a lifetime contract reportedly worth over $500 million. The 4-time NBA MVP commented about Kanye’s “Facts” in a recent interview saying, “It’s just, it’s family when you talk about Nike, and I’m always on their side no matter what the situation is.”

Kanye has now responded to the chatter he dissed James on his latest song. He tweeted, “The media tried to make it seem like I was downplaying LeBron on my song FACTS which I would never do, LeBron is fam bottom line.”

[ALSO READ: King James VS Yeezus: LeBron James Responds to Kanye’s Nike Diss Track]

Listen to Kanye West’s “Facts” below.

Kim Kardashian Hints New 'G.O.O.D. Friday' Releases From Kanye West Could Be On The Way

(AllHipHop News) Is the world about to be hit with another round of G.O.O.D. Friday releases from Kanye West? The rapper/producer’s wife Kim Kardashian seemed to suggest that could be the case when she tweeted out “Friiiiiiday!!!! New music!!!! #EveryFriday #Swish #RealFriend” to her 38 million Twitter followers.

[ALSO READ: Drake, Nicki Minaj, The Weeknd & Kanye West Among Top Artists On Spotify’s “Year In Music” Lists]

SWISH is the name of Kanye’s upcoming 7th studio album. The project has been in the works for over a year, but the Chicago native refused to give a definite release date.

Kim K’s “Every Friday” reference could be a hint that her husband is returning to his highly successful G.O.O.D. Fridays series. The 2010 weekly releases were a run-up to Ye’s critically acclaimed My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy album. Some of the G.O.O.D. Fridays songs (“Monster,” “So Appalled,” and “Devil In A New Dress”) were included on the final version of MBDTF.

G.O.O.D. Music president Pusha T mentioned G.O.O.D. Fridays in a recent interview. Last month Push said, “G.O.O.D. Music is known for fan engagement. Even if you go back to the G.O.O.D. Friday [weekly series] and what that started to how people are releasing music and building anticipation.”

[ALSO READ: Kanye West Drops New Song “Facts” On New Years Eve]

Kendrick Lamar Debuts "Untitled 2" On 'The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon' (VIDEO)

(AllHipHop News) Back in 2014, Kendrick Lamar appeared on Comedy Central’s The Colbert Report, and the TDE emcee performed a song called “Untitled.” Kendrick debuted the sequel to the track on another late night program last night. As the musical guest on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, K. Dot let loose “Untitled 2.”

[ALSO READ: Kendrick Lamar Talks Being A Writer Not A Rapper + Debuts New Song On “Colbert Report” (VIDEOS)]

Watch Kendrick Lamar performing “Untitled 2” below.

Ty Dolla Sign Talks Passing On Jeremih & YG's "Don't Tell Em" Beat

(AllHipHop News) Ty Dolla Sign had a breakout year in 2015. Thanks in part to his debut album Free TC which featured production from Ty, DJ Mustard, Metro Boomin, Hit-Boy, and others. But there is one beat that became a hit record for someone else the Los Angeles native wishes he had claimed for himself.

[ALSO READ: Ty Dolla $ign Discusses The Meaning Behind His ‘Free TC’ Album, The Success Of The West Coast & More]

“I think one of those Mustard beats, because I always had the chance to get any of them. It’s been a couple,” Ty told DJ Smallz. “Especially ‘Don’t Tell Em.’ Oh my god, I love that beat. Shout out to Jeremih. That song is a smash. And YG as well.”

The DJ Mustard produced “Don’t Tell Em” was a Top 10 hit on Billboard‘s Hot 100 for Jeremih. The song also featured West Coast representative YG. It went on to sell over 1 million copies.

[ALSO READ: Yung Joc Talks Passing On The Beat For Jay Z’s “Blue Magic” (VIDEO)]

Watch Ty Dolla Sign’s interview below.