Iggy Azalea Returns To Twitter To Address Erykah Badu’s Joke

By: Tanay Hudson (@NYStateOfMind2)Category: NewsDecember 2, 2015

Iggy Azalea decided to take a mental break from Twitter earlier this year after she was continuously put on the chopping block for cultural appropriation among other things. Over the weekend, Erykha Badu threw serious shade Iggy’s way when she dissed her during her hosting gig at the 2015 Soul train Awards. Acting as if she was answering a phone call Badu said “Who is this? Iggy Azalea? Yeah, hey. Oh, no, no, no, no, you can come, ’cause what you doin’ is definitely not rap.”

The Grand Hustle rapper decided to check back into her timeline to respond to Badu and seemingly other mean tweets sent her way.

Azalea also gave an update on her new music.

Travi$ Scott Says Rihanna Is His Muse

By: Tanay Hudson (@NYStateOfMind2)Category: NewsDecember 2, 2015

Travi$ Scott and Rihanna have grown quite close, but the details surrounding their relationship have been scarce. The “Antidote” rapper has appeared in Puma ads with the bad gal and she has been spotted at many of his performances. Scott has been dodging questions about the ‘BBHMM” singer but in his latest sit down with Complex for thier Dec/Jan 2015 cover story, he did describe her as his muse.

And Rihanna. Travis avoids directly putting a label on his budding relationship, laughing and imploring me to not “do [me] like that, man” when I ask about it as delicately as possible. I am, however, able to get him to describe her in three words: “creative,” “inspiring,” and, after a long pause (and some assistance from Corey), “muse.”

[ALSO READ: Travi$ Scott Dodges Questions About Rihanna (VIDEO)]

Scott also discussed his musical style, saying his tracks aren’t your typical rap songs.

“My music isn’t rappity-rap-rap-rap. I base my music off of lifestyle and emotion—that’s why my music has a lot of chords, even if it’s a hard-ass joint. I consider myself an artist, which is, like, the most played term, but I believe it. Don’t get it twisted, I’m no b####, n*gga got bars. But I’m not, like, super conscious. I don’t write, I just go in the booth. I’m attached to the beat. The beat speaks words. I love music.”

Read the full story here.

Lil Wayne And Christina Milian “Do It” In New Video

By: Jake CratesCategory: VideosDecember 2, 2015

We know these two have a long history together, so when we saw this song, everyone already knew what it was. With her EP 4U set to release this Friday, Christina Milian releases the video for her Lil Wayne collaborative single “Do It.” Starring both in her second season of her E!show Turned Up and the first season of Fox’s new hit Grandfathered, Milian continues to show the wide range of her talents. Pre-Order 4U here: iTunes – http://smarturl.it/CMilianiTe.

Rick Ross Says Everyone Will Be On MMG’s ‘Self Made Vol. 4’

By: Jake CratesCategory: VideosDecember 2, 2015

As the bawse, Rick Ross does his media rounds for his Black Market project, the MMG chieftan talks all things MMG in a deep and introspective interview with HOT 97’s Nessa. Rick Ross breaks down the status on the MMG crew, his new love interest, a possible business opportunity with 50 Cent and his looming album.

While we know that things have been rough in the MMG crew as of late, Meek and Wale have reportedly moved past their issues, and Rick Ross assured fans that everyone will be on the Self Made Vol 4 album that will be releasing after Ross’ Black Market project. Expect to hear from the whole crew as this is gets more and more interesting as time goes. Will Meek and Wale be on the same song together? Check it out below at the 2:40 minute mark.

The Tupac Biopic Has A New Director

By: Tanay Hudson (@NYStateOfMind2)Category: NewsDecember 2, 2015

The biographical film about Tupac Shakur has been stalled due to not being able to keep a director on board. John Singleton jumped ship earlier this year due to disagreeing with the direction of the film and director Carl Franklin also stepped away from the film back in April. Now, music video director Benny Boom has been brought on to direct the biopic, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

[ALSO READ: Producers Of Tupac Biopic File $10 Million Lawsuit Against Film Studio]

Boom has directed two films before, 2009 film Next Day Air starring Mike Epps and Mos Def, and S.W.A.T: Firefight. He has directed music videos for artists like 50 Cent, Nicki Minaj, Keyshia Cole, Wale, Trey Songz and many more.

Morgan Creek must begin production on the film soon though because the rights to Tupac’s music will revert back to his mother, Afeni Shakur, by the end of the year if they don’t.

Akon Takes Shots At Steaming Services Like Spotify

By: Jake CratesCategory: VideosDecember 2, 2015

We all know that Akon is well versed in the world of business. From running his own music production company to signing talents like Lady Gaga to illuminating large parts of Africa with his foundation, Akon knows what it takes to run a sound business. So when he recently took shots at the steaming services like Spotify and Pandora in an interview with the Associated Press, headlines were made as Akon shared his views about artists and the profits they can potentially earn.

Check it out below as Akon talks about the use of data and information that artists don’t get by using the streaming services as opposed to selling the music to fans directly. This guys is business savvy pay attention!

Snoop Talks About Getting Christmas Presents For The Family

By: Jake CratesCategory: VideosDecember 2, 2015

Tis the season and like everyone else Snoop would be in the dogg house is he didn’t come up with good gifts for the family. In light of that, Snoop breaks down his methods for getting the Broadus family their gifts come Christmas time.

Unlike other celebs that just have an assistant go get gifts, Snoop personally shops for his family’s gifts. Check out this candid interview below as Snoop breaks down the ways he likes to give come holiday season.

Rick Ross Appears To Send Shots At Drake In Defense Of Meek Mill On “Color Money” Song (AUDIO)

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: MusicDecember 2, 2015

(AllHipHop News) Rick Ross continued to show support to his MMG artist Meek Mill during the feud with Drake, but Rozay never took direct shots at the Philadelphia rhymer’s rival. That may have changed. A version of Ross’ song “Color Money” has leaked online, and the Black Market track features a few bars that seem to be aimed at Drake and his Young Money boss Lil Wayne.

[ALSO READ: Meek Mill Fans Flood Drake’s Instagram Page With Tree Emojis (PHOTOS)]

Ross raps:

My lil homie made a million on his girl’s tour
We back to back and down to whack a n*gga’s unborn
Miami n*ggas got them changing all the gun laws
So run Forrest got some shooters and they dying too
I got more money than that p*ssy that you’re signed to

The lyrics include references to Drake’s “Back To Back” response track to Meek Mill’s Twitter rant. On the summer hit, the Toronto native talked about Meek opening for his girlfriend Nicki Minaj’s “The Pinkprint Tour.”

Rick Ross’ Black Market is scheduled for release on December 4.

[ALSO READ: Rick Ross Talks No MMG Artists Being On ‘Black Market’ & Ghostwriting For Dr. Dre (VIDEO)]

Listen to Rick Ross’ “Color Money” below.

50 Cent Signs On For New Fox Comedy Series ‘My Friend 50’

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: NewsDecember 2, 2015

(AllHipHop News) It appears Fox is ready to extend its rap themed line-up with an upcoming comedy from Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson. After the huge success of Empire, the broadcast network has picked up 50 Cent’s My Friend 50.

[ALSO READ: ‘Empire’ Co-Creator Lee Daniels Launches Talent Search For New TV Series ‘Star’]

Deadline reports the New York rapper will make occasional appearances on the new series. My Friend 50 centers around a woman named Amanda Kramer. The twenty-something ends up joining 50’s crew, and the entire experience is filmed as a documentary which Kramer narrates. The concept sounds like a mesh between Entourage and The Office.

This latest venture joins 50’s#### Starz show Power and the Sundance TV reality series Dream School on the entertainment mogul’s television résumé. Will Packer (Straight Outta Compton, Truth Be Told) is also serving as an executive producer on My Friend 50 along with Jackson. The show was written by Ava Tramer (The Mindy Project, Trophy Wife) on spec.

“Now you know I ain’t bullsh*tting. I got Will (Green Lit) Packer on the team. We walk in, pitch, then walk out with bag full of money,” wrote 50 Cent on Instagram.

[ALSO READ: EXCLUSIVE: Comedian Tone Bell Talks ‘Truth Be Told’ Sitcom, Working With Mark-Paul Gosselaar & His Favorite Hip Hop Artists]

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

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: NewsDecember 2, 2015

(AllHipHop News) The end of the year lists continue to roll out. Spotify has now released its “Year In Music” tallies, and several Hip Hop acts made very good showings on the streaming service’s look back at 2015.

[ALSO READ: The Weeknd, Wiz Khalifa, Nicki Minaj & Fetty Wap Among Pandora’s Most “Thumbed-Up” In 2015]

Drake was by far the biggest star among U.S. Spotify users in 2015. The OVO leader was named number one for Top Five Artists, Top Five Males, and Top Five Albums (If You’re Reading This It’s Too Late). He totaled 1.8 billion streams and 46 million listeners.

Drizzy’s YMCMB comrade Nicki Minaj led the Top Five Females. Breakout R&B star The Weeknd placed in the Top Five in four different categories. Spotify’s “Year In Music” lists also included Kanye West, Beyoncé, Eminem, Rihanna, Fetty Wap, Big Sean, Rae Sremmurd, and Donnie Trumpet & The Social Experiment.

[ALSO READ: Musician Asks NY Attorney General To Investigate Spotify & YouTube Over Unpaid Royalties]

Check out Spotify’s “Year In Music” lists for the United States below.

Top Five Artists
1. Drake
2. The Weeknd
3. Kanye West
4. Ed Sheeran
5. Eminem

Top Five Males
1. Drake
2. The Weeknd
3. Kanye West
4. Ed Sheeran
5. Eminem

Top Five Females
1. Nicki Minaj
2. Beyoncé
3. Rihanna
4. Ariana Grande
5. Lana Del Rey

Top Five Tracks
1. “Trap Queen” – Fetty Wap
2. “The Hills” – The Weeknd
3. “Earned It (Fifty Shades Of Grey)” – The Weeknd
4. “Uptown Funk” – Mark Ronson
5. “Lean On” (feat. MØ & DJ Snake) – Major Lazer

Top Five Albums
1. If You’re Reading This It’s Too Late – Drake
2. Beauty Behind The Madness – The Weeknd
3. Fetty Wap – Fetty Wap
4. Dark Sky Paradise – Big Sean
5. SremmLife – Rae Sremmurd

Top Five Viral Tracks
1. “Here” – Alessia Cara
2. “Hotline Bling” – Drake
3. “Sugar” (feat. Francesco Yates) – Robin Schulz
4. “Ex’s & Oh’s” – Elle King
5. “Sunday Candy” – Donnie Trumpet & The Social Experiment (tied for 4th place)

Rev Run Of Run-DMC Names His Top 5 Rappers Today (VIDEO)

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: NewsDecember 2, 2015

(AllHipHop News) Most Hip Hop followers are extremely likely to mention Run-DMC among the greatest Hip Hop groups of all time. But who would make Run-DMC member Rev Run’s list of Top 5 rappers today? The legendary artist shared his choices with Sway In The Morning.

[ALSO READ: DMC Discusses His New Comic Book Series & Possibility Of A Run-DMC Biopic (VIDEO)]

“Rappers that I like, that I think are really good – obviously Drake is really good. I hope I don’t get in trouble for that,” said Run. “Obviously, Nas is fire. Obviously, Rakim is amazing. I love Jay Z. I think he’s a dope rapper. And I think this guy is a producer, but he’s really good. Kanye is dope on the mic to me.”

The star of the upcoming Rev Runs Around The World series made it clear his picks were not in any particular order. Run also added a female spitter as the sixth rapper to be included on his list of the best right now.

“I think when she’s going ill, Nicki Minaj gets busy to me,” stated Run. “I hope I don’t get in trouble. It’s not no official list.”

Rev Runs Around The World premieres tonight (December 2) at 10 PM/9 C on the Travel Channel.

[ALSO READ: Jadakiss Names His Top 5 Rappers Dead Or Alive (VIDEO)]

Watch Rev Run’s interview below.

Philly Rapper Tone Trump Discusses Working With ‘Creed’ Director Ryan Coogler (VIDEO)

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: NewsDecember 2, 2015

(AllHipHop News) The boxing drama Creed made major gains at the box office during its opening weekend. The Michael B. Jordan led Rocky spinoff opened with $42.6 million. Director Ryan Coogler created a movie that has become a commercial and critical success.

[ALSO READ: ‘Creed’ Opens With Big Numbers At The Box Office On Thanksgiving Weekend]

Coogler has definitely made an impact on the film landscape with his latest work. He also earned praise for 2013’s Fruitvale Station. Mikey T The Movie Star spoke with Philadelphia rapper and Creed actor Tone Trump about working with the accomplished filmmaker.

“In the last five years, I’ve probably been to the movies three times. One of the movies I did go see was Fruitvale Station,” said Trump.

He added, “Fast forward a couple of years later. I get the chance to work with the director of that film that touched me so much, I couldn’t ask for more. It’s an honor to work with Ryan Coogler. It was even more of an extreme honor for him to look to me to be part of the film. He actually wrote me into the film.”

Fellow Creed star Tessa Thompson echoed Trump’s statements about Fruitvale Station. In a recent interview with AllHipHop.com, the actress/singer spoke about her experiences working with Coogler.

“It was incredible. I was such a fan of him from afar. I just love Fruitvale Station. I thought it humanized a headline in such an incredible way,” stated Thompson. “Ryan is just so cool. There are a lot of things in the movie that are actually improvisation. He is very collaborative. He takes the best idea. It doesn’t matter where it came from. I think that’s something that’s very rare to find.”

[ALSO READ: Philly’s Tone Trump Discusses His Role In The ‘Rocky’ Sequel ‘Creed’ (VIDEO)]

Watch Tone Trump’s interview below.

Rick Ross Talks No MMG Artists Being On ‘Black Market’ & Ghostwriting For Dr. Dre (VIDEO)

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: NewsDecember 2, 2015

(AllHipHop News) Rick Ross returns with his 8th studio album Black Market on Friday (December 4). The LP features appearances by Mariah Carey, Mary J. Blige, Chris Brown, Nas, Future, and more. However, none of Rozay’s Maybach Music Group artists show up on the project. The Miami native discussed MMG’s absence from Black Market with Hot 97.

[ALSO READ: Rick Ross Releases ‘Renzel Remixes’ Mixtape Featuring MMG, Lil Wayne, Nas & More]

“We’re actually in the middle of recording Self Made 4 that we’re gonna really, really make big and special,” explained Ross. “It’s really going to be built around the chemistry of all the artists that’s on the team.”

Ross once again downplayed the perceived tension between MMG stars Meek Mill and Wale. He told Ebro In The Morning that misunderstandings between the crew happens, but they eventually move past the issues.

The interview also included Ross speaking about writing for other rappers. In particular, he touched on penning lyrics for Dr. Dre during a studio session with the legendary producer for Rozay’s God Forgives, I Don’t album.

“I was in the studio when me, Dr. Dre, and Jay Z did ‘3 Kings.’ I was in the studio with Dre. I actually did five records with Dre in maybe two hours,” Ross revealed. “I was like, ‘Dre, this is the beat I want for me right here.’ I went over into another room, wrote my verse, wrote Dre’s verse, and sent what I had maybe an hour later to Jay Z. Jay always do his thing.”

[ALSO READ: Ice Cube Talks The Difference Between A Songwriter & An Emcee When It Comes To Ghostwriting (VIDEO/POLL)]

Watch Rick Ross’ interview below.

Love & Hip-Hop’s Mendeecees Harris Expresses Regret After 8-year Jail Sentence

By: YourfavenightmareCategory: NewsDecember 2, 2015

Mendeecees Harris from the hit reality show Love & Hip Hop New York is going to jail for a long time.

The reality show star was sentenced Tuesday to 97 months (8 years) in jail for him role in moving cocaine and heroine to Rochester, New York.

According to reports, the 37-year-old apologized to the city of Rochester as his wife Yandy Smith and their 10-month-old daughter sat in the court room.

Smith and harris were married live on Love & Hip Hop New York earlier this year.

On Instagram, he delivered a message of responsibility and regret.

I want you all to understand something. I completely accept responsibility for all that is going on. My transition to be a better person a productive person started well before this case. However in my past I made some bad decisions. Young men let my life be an example to you now before it’s too late. Better who you are now in your children’s lives and in society so you can change the path of your fate. Lack of opportunities, a fatherless home, the unforgiven neighborhood and circumstances you grew up in can no longer be your excuse. Trust me I tried. And it doesn’t make the pain your family feels any different. Young man educate your self and break the cycle. Don’t become a number on the DOA (dead on arrival) list or on the incarceration list. To my wife and children you are all strong and well prepared for this. This is just another brick laid down towards our house of happily ever after , walk with your head held high knowing I would never past the buck and put another family through what we have endured. Continue to walk in faith and love as you’ve done so well. To my peoples thank you for all the encouragement and support please continue to encourage my family. Thank you again all.

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Lupe Fiasco Disses And Threatens Kid Cudi

By: Jake CratesCategory: VideosDecember 1, 2015

In a shocking turn of events, Chicago bred rapper Lupe Fiasco has taken up issue with Kid Cudi over an argument the two had back in January about some race related issues and the death of Mike Brown.

“To all my enemies you are now forgiven… except Kid Cudi, because that’s not my motha f*ckin buddy. If I see him in the streets it’s getting mother f*ckin ugly,” Lupe told a crowd during a live show.

Is the beef real? Charlamagne says its time for the two to at least arm wrestle.

EXCLUSIVE: Master P Says He Will Not Be Strong Armed For Money From Ex-Wife Or Attorney

By: @SimplyCeciliaCategory: NewsDecember 1, 2015

With a contentious court battle currently playing out in the news, No Limit founder and hip-hop mogul Master P is fighting to clear him name against allegations made by his ex-wife, Sonja Miller. Insisting that he’s simply doing what’s best for his children, he reveals that while he would love for his kids to be with their mother, her alleged drug use has contributed to the deterioration of their relationship, resulting in the children remaining in his care. Speaking to AllHipHop he went further into detail explaining,

No one wants to be with anyone if that is doing wrong. Maybe  maybe the court system should focus on that. Something is wrong with the picture when all 7 of the kids feel the same way and the words from Sonya’s own mouth were ‘Go live with your dad. My kids know I have a strong value system and education is first, so if they think it’s going to be a party my house would not be the place. I’m going to put this in God’s hands.

Largely ignoring the press surrounding the former couple’s ongoing court battle, he now feels that enough is enough. He added,

The false accusations about me, means nothing. I’m going to keep doing right by my kids and people that know me personally, know my true character. When people claim that things happen to them a long time ago and are not able to provide evidence or police reports, they are only false accusations coming from the attorney. I’ve been a celebrity for a long time, anything that I do would be news. I am praying for my ex-wife, she is being strong armed by her attorneys for money. Drugs have destroyed a lot of families but we will get over this. I have a lifetime commitment to my kids.

No Limit’s Cymphonique Releases Hot New Video “Thinking” Featuring Ace B

By: Scooby Wilson (@mcscoobins)Category: VideosDecember 1, 2015

Cymphonique takes New Orleans bounce music globally, featuring Ace B and produced by BlaqNmild. Cymphonique super star R&B artist stays on the grind and in the studio making hits. She has the music game shaken up, the Queen of No Limit unique style is shinning. You can also find Cymphonique starring on the tv show Master P – Family Empire.

Watch below.

Check Out Pimp C’s New Song “B*tch Get Down” Featuring Bun B and 8Ball & MJG

By: Scooby Wilson (@mcscoobins)Category: MusicDecember 1, 2015

In anticipation of the release of Pimp C’s Long Live The Pimp, Mass Appeal Records have shared “B#### Get Down” from the album featuring none other than Pimp C with Bun B and 8Ball & MJG. The track is the latest in a line of incredibly fiery singles from the project. Previously, “3 Way Freak” featuring Lil Wayne and “Friends” featuring Juicy J and Nas were shared from the project.

Pre-order Pimp C’s Long Live The Pimp here.

Listen below.

Gully Movement Presents CT2Chiraq Featuring Lil Durk & French Montana

By: Scooby Wilson (@mcscoobins)Category: UncategorizedDecember 1, 2015

Gully Movement Ent. & DJ Bandz drop CT2Chiraq featuring artists from Connecticut: Firm, C Weezy, Rikashay, Gwop City & Gap mixing with some of the most notable artist out of Chicago: Lil Durk, JB Bin Laden, Tay600 , Boss Top, Prince Dre and Choboki. Also French Montana can be heard on the last track titled “Haaaan”.

Listen below.

Listen to NxWorries New Single “Link Up”

By: Scooby Wilson (@mcscoobins)Category: MusicDecember 1, 2015

Debuting on Zane Lowe’s Beats 1 Radio Show, NxWorries (Anderson .Paak & Knxwledge) release new single “Link Up” from their “Link Up & Suede” EP dropping December 4th.

Listen below.

[ALSO READ: NxWorries (Anderson .Paak & Knxwledge) – “Suede” (VIDEO)]