Pusha T Wants To Start G.O.O.D. Music Festival, Reveals ‘Darkest Before Dawn’ Producers

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: NewsDecember 9, 2015

(AllHipHop News) A lot of rap stars now have their own annual music festivals. Jay Z has Made In America. Drake has OVO Fest. Tyler, The Creator has Camp Flog Gnaw Carnival. Pusha T is looking to get his G.O.O.D. Music crew involved in creating a festival as well.

[ALSO READ: Pusha T: I Feel Like I’m The Last Rap Superhero, Everybody Else Seems To Be Victimized]

The Virginia born emcee recently spoke with Beats 1‘s Zane Lowe. As the new president of G.O.O.D Music, Pusha spoke about his label’s future endeavors.

“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,” said Pusha T.

He added, “I got a few goals that I want to make happen in regards to some type of G.O.O.D. Music Festival or at least start with a show. I feel like the fans don’t ever get to see all of us on one platform. Still, it’s all about putting out high-quality music.”

Pusha T is set to drop his next project Darkest Before Dawn on December 18. The album features production by Timbaland, Boi-1da, Sean “Puff Daddy” Combs, Q-Tip, Kanye West, and J Cole. A song titled “M.P.A. (Money P*ssy Alcohol)” features Kanye, Cole, and A$AP Rocky.

[ALSO READ: Pusha T Gives Fans Behind The Scenes Look At “M.F.T.R.” In Studio Session]

Drake’s “Hotline Bling” Omitted From Grammy Consideration Over Cash Money’s “Clerical Error”

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: NewsDecember 9, 2015

(AllHipHop News) “Hotline Bling” is one of the biggest records of Drake’s career. The single reached #2 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and the video nearly broke the internet. So why didn’t the massive hit get any Grammy nominations?

[ALSO READ: Kendrick Lamar Earns 11 Nominations For The 58th Annual Grammy Awards]

Drake was not snubbed by the Grammy committee. According to reports, his label, Cash Money Records, did not submit “Hotline Bling” for consideration due to a “clerical error.” The song was likely to receive nods in several categories had CMR properly completed the process.

It should be noted that other musical work by Drake did receive nominations. The OVO leader is up for Best Rap Album (If You’re Reading This It’s Too Late), Best Rap Song (“Energy”), and Best Rap Performance (“Back To Back”).

It is not clear why those particular efforts did not suffer the same “clerical error” as “Hotline Bling.” In addition, Drake will also compete for the Best Rap Performance award as a guest on fellow Cash Money artist Nicki Minaj’s “Truffle Butter” and the Best Rap/Sung Collaboration award as a guest on Nicki’s “Only.”

[ALSO READ: Did Meek Mill Respond To Drake’s “Back To Back” Earning A Grammy Nomination?]

Queen Latifah Signs On For Lee Daniel’s New TV Series ‘Star’

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: NewsDecember 9, 2015

(AllHipHop News) 2015 has been a big year for Queen Latifah as a TV actress. She earned rave reviews for her performances as the title characters in HBO’s Bessie and NBC’s The Wiz Live! The raptress is now set to star in an upcoming Fox show from director/producer Lee Daniels (The Butler, Empire).

[ALSO READ: ‘The Wiz Live!’ To Be Released On DVD]

According to E!, Latifah will play the role of Carlotta on Daniels’ Star. The character is a mentor for a trio of female singers looking to break out in showbiz. Production for the Star pilot is scheduled to begin this month in Atlanta.

“It’s a modern-day music business in Atlanta and Empire is a modern-day music business in New York,” said Fox chairman and CEO Dana Walden. “It’s not inconceivable that the two worlds could cross. But that’s definitely not Lee’s intention as we go into it.”

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

M.I.A. – “Borders”

By: Jake CratesCategory: VideosDecember 8, 2015

M.I.A. has been a lil quiet as of late, but the “Paper Planes” rapper has way more to offer fans than just music. Check this new introspective joint “Borders.” Its HEAT and its only a matter of time before every rapper you know remixes it. This song is a mash up of politics, trap and English rap. Very dope how in the video she is with refugees showing support for international causes.

Check Out Killer Mike’s New Barber Shop Business

By: Jake CratesCategory: VideosDecember 8, 2015

While Killer Mike has established himself as a rapper in the game, Mike has recently taken on the venture of opening up several barbershops across the south. While he’s avoiding “heavy metal cities,” Mike seems like he is really looking forward to this one!

Pusha T Gives Fans Behind The Scenes Look At “M.F.T.R.” In Studio Session

By: Jake CratesCategory: VideosDecember 8, 2015

Pusha T drops some knowledge about the rap game in 2015. Noting that rappers are complaining and whining, Pusha T said this project came about after being uninspired by the rappers on today’s scene. Check it out below:

Kendrick Lamar & Pharrell Make History, Chris Brown & Wiz Khalifa Light Up Cali Christmas 2015

By: Jake CratesCategory: VideosDecember 8, 2015

Check out this epic recap of the from this year’s Power 106 Cali Christmas at The Forum in Inglewood, CA. Pharrell brought out Kendrick Lamar to perform “Alright” for the first time in public, Chris Brown dazzled with his choreography, and Wiz Khalifa lis the stage on fire. It was a classic!

Migos Say “Case Closed” With New Song Produced By Zaytoven

By: Scooby Wilson (@mcscoobins)Category: MusicDecember 8, 2015

Now with Offset home, Migos release new Zaytoven produced track “Case Closed”.

Listen below.

Ghostface Killah Remixes The Weeknd’s “Tell Your Friends” Single

By: Scooby Wilson (@mcscoobins)Category: MusicDecember 8, 2015

As we wait for Supreme Clientele 2, Ghostface decides to drop some new heat and takes on The Weeknd’s#### single “Tell Your Friends”.

Listen below.

Twitter Drags Silento Over Grammy Snub Comment

By: Rea Davis @IamReaDavisCategory: NewsDecember 8, 2015

Photo via Silento’s Instagram

Everyone from Lupe Fiasco to Omarion is upset over their Grammy nomination “snubs.” Child star Silento was another one who seemed to feel he should’ve been nominated for a Grammy for his viral hit “Watch Me (Whip/Nae Nae).” The song peaked at No. 3 on the Billboard Hot 100, where it spent six non-consecutive weeks. It spent eighteen weeks in the top ten of the same chart. The song charted well internationally also. The song’s music video, most popular for its dance, currently sits at 461,020,050 views. All of this didn’t stop the social media stones from coming as Twitter users let Silento have it, telling him that “Watch Me” definitely didn’t deserve a nod! Twitter was not too kind to the teen.

German Rapper Joe Young Drops New Video “Don’t Fall”

By: Scooby Wilson (@mcscoobins)Category: MusicDecember 8, 2015

Joe Young is back with a brand new video for his song titled “Dont Fall”, of his upcoming mixtape “Gone Till November”, which will feature guest appearances by Dave East, Cormega, No Malice, Raekwon & more!

Watch “Don’t Fall” below.

Iggy Azalea Accepts Erykah Badu’s Apology & Gives A Nice Offer

By: Rea Davis @IamReaDavisCategory: NewsDecember 8, 2015

Photo via Iggy Azalea’s Instagram

It appears that both Erykah Badu and Iggy Azalea have moved on and settled their differences. Erykah Badu responded to a fans tweet saying she wanted to apologize to Iggy because she’s one of her daughter’s favorite artists. Being the comedian she is, Erykah also cracked a joke telling her children if they liked Iggy so much then why don’t they “go be with her.” Iggy decided to accept Badu’s apology, and she even invited Erykah’s daughters to attend a show on her forthcoming tour if they do well in school. Azalea also let it be known that she’s a big fan of Erykah’s work. Check out Iggy’s invitation below!

Listen to Pusha T’s New Single “M.F.T.R.” Featuring The Dream (Produced By Boi1da)

By: Scooby Wilson (@mcscoobins)Category: MusicDecember 8, 2015

With his Darkest Before Dawn album on the way next week, King Push keeps the buzz going with new single “M.F.T.R (More Famous Than Rich)” featuring The Dream. Produced by Boi1da.

Listen below.

Straight Outta Compton Goes Triple Plat

By: YourfavenightmareCategory: NewsDecember 8, 2015

Straight Outta Compton, the seminal album from N.W.A., hit triple platinum status last month.

The album was propelled once again by the success of the movie of the same name, which dropped to rave reviews this summer.

Much of the controversy that existed in ’88 continued in relevance in 2015. Straight Outta Compton, the album delved into misogyny, freedom of speech and police brutality.

Bow Wow Takes Another “L”!

By: ClassicOneCategory: RumorsDecember 8, 2015

Photo via Bow Wow’s Instagram

Bow Wow just can’t catch a break. Sometimes it seems like he should stay off of social media. The kid sets himself up every time. Bow Wow says Dab is a strong way to smoke marijuana. He says its the purest form of marijuana, and it’s extremely strong. He says the dance comes from when you smoke and you cough, and well the first thing you allegedly do is …… “DAB”. Jose Guapo quickly let fans know that Bow Wow can’t tell you anything about DABBIN. He asks wtf is wrong with Bow. Rich The Kid also jumped in and told Bow Wow,

“Somebody pls tell Bow Wow s### cuz that is NOT where the dab came from. Fukin clown’.”

It looks like Rich The Kid and Jose Guapo will need to enroll Bow Wow in DAB 101 class. Get your boy!!!

Omarion Is Upset Over Grammy “Snub”

By: ClassicOneCategory: RumorsDecember 8, 2015

Omarion seems to think that he was snubbed for a Grammy nomination for his song “Post To Be.” He referred to the song as one of the greatest R&B collaborations ever. Although the single did well on the charts and on radio, many disagreed. Omarion went on to say it’s not easy to make a hit, and because he actually made one he should be acknowledged by the game. He believes the odds have always been against him. He says this isn’t a rant, but it’s motivation that he will be back to win a Grammy. Ummmmmm the song was catchy, but it definitely wasn’t the best R&B collaboration or R&B anything. Carry on O…

What are your thoughts?

Erykah Badu Kind of Apologizes To Iggy Azalea

By: ClassicOneCategory: RumorsDecember 8, 2015

Photo via Erykah Badu’s Instagram

As we knew Erykah Badu threw quite a bit of shade at Iggy Azalea at the 2015 Soul Train Awards. Badu banned Hip Hop this year from the awards to solely focus on soul music and R&B. Badu actually invited Iggy to come to the awards as said,

“What you’re doing is definitely not rap.”

as she acted as if she was on the phone with Iggy. Iggy subliminally responded by saying it was a shame that it’s almost 2016 and she’s being discredited for her 2014 accomplishments. Just when we thought we were going to get an apology from Erykah, she pokes fun at Iggy again by saying,

“I want to do this for my daughters, I want to apologize to Iggy Azalea; she’s one of their favorite artists, and they listen to her all the time and it’s for them. But when I really think about it, if yall love her so much why don’t yall go be with her then.”

LMAO oh ERYKAH!

Guy Foresees Kanye West & Kim Kardashain’s “Stupid” Baby Name

By: ClassicOneCategory: RumorsDecember 8, 2015

Photo via Kim Kardashian’s Instagram

Kanye West and Kim Kardashian recently welcomed their baby boy. Ye and Kim admitted that they hadn’t given a name much thought even up until right before the due date. It was even rumored that their son would have a middle name before he had a first name. For months fans have joked about what the two could possibly name their son to follow up to a name like North West. Apparently one fan, @KillRudy, had the ability to foresee the future and suggested that Ye and Kim would probably name their child “Saint or some stupid sh*t,” and well they named their son Saint West LOL!

EXCLUSIVE: Compton Menace Talks Chris Brown’s Gang Ties, & Points Out The Game Is Always “Apologizing”

By: Niki Gatewood (@THE_NikiG)Category: FeaturesDecember 8, 2015

Photo Credit: Niki G.

Compton Menace is personified progress. This emerging businessman has grown from navigating an afflicted membership. He now calls the shots of his indie imprint, MHG Entertainment. As he continues to forge a financially fruitful future more professional and personal relationships are solidified.

In this AllHipHop exclusive, the “Put On” rapper openly speaks about his interactions with Chris Brown and The Game. Press play and find out who he thinks of as “extended family,” and who he believes is always “apologizing.”

PREMIERE: TwonDon – “Stay Golden” EP (Executive Produced By Smoke DZA)

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: MusicDecember 8, 2015

Rising emcee TwonDon tapped fellow East Coast representative Smoke DZA to serve as the executive producer for his 9-track debut EP Stay Golden. The New Jersey rhymer’s lyrical presentation features the jazzy “Glory,” the soulful “Ghostwriter,” the dark “All Thee Above,” and more.

DZA also makes an appearance on the cut “Too Committed” with Twon. In addition, Stay Golden includes words from Nas presented through a vocal sample from the Hip Hop icon. Ico Beats, Evan Haynes, Dzo Beats, ItsGoodBeats, Brandon Lee, and Dreamlife Beats provided production for the collection.

“I’ve never been one to bring my personal life into my music until I started writing the records for Stay Golden. As my debut project, I made it my business to make sure my audience and listeners finally get a chance to know me on a different level,” TwonDon tells AllHipHop. “Since meeting Smoke DZA back in March, he’s been one of the most genuine individuals and mentors. When he heard I was working on my project, he immediately jumped on board to help me come correct. Stay Golden is my ups, my downs – my struggle, my success, plus more.”