Azealia Banks isn’t here for Nicki Minaj’s sudden interest in cultural appropriation.
In a recent interview, Minaj discussed why she snapped on Miley Cyrus at the 2015 MTV Video Music Awards.
“You’re in videos with black men, and you’re bringing out black women on your stages, but you don’t want to know how black women feel about something that’s so important?” she said in a New York Times Magazine interview.
Ms. Banks isn’t hearing her though. The “212” rapper called Minaj out via Twitter for not addressing cultural appropriation until she became a “victim.” She also tweeted that Minaj’s argument had nothing to do with race.
Read her tweets below.
I wish Nic would stop trying to turn this Miley thing into a race issue cuz she was mute about cultural approp. until she became "victim"
If you thought the title of Rihanna’s long awaited eighth album was titled R8, think again. While hosting a party in Los Angeles, Rih revealed that the project’s real title is ANTI, The FADER reports.
The “What’s My Name?” singer also unveiled the project’s album cover, which she created with artist Roy Nachum. The front and back cover feature poetry by Chloe Mitchell in braille as well.
With his previous single, “On 10,” garnering a lot of radio spins in recent weeks all over the south, CTE and CMG rep K Digga links up with Yo Gotti for the Zaytoven produced “Like That”. Listen below!
With DNA composed of the best of her Cuban and her Brazilian backgrounds, Aylen Alvarez,is beyond exquisite.In addition to her social media followers — which exceed 2 million — her sheer presence demands attention. This accomplished model has been feature in an array of publications. The organic beauty which radiates from her soul works to reinforce her stunning physique. She continues to use her dedication to fitness as a platform to help motivate others. A slew of photographs and snippets of workout videos have been shared with her loyal social media followers.
Scroll through the gallery and become impressed by the appealing beauty of Ms. Alvarez.
Kid Ink drops the Official Remix to “Diamonds & Gold” off his “Full Speed” Album featuring Chris Brown, French Montana & Verse Simmonds who originally covered the hook on the record. P### by David DA Doman.
Peep PRhyme’s “Microphone Preem,” alongside verified commentary from Slaughterhouse’s Royce Da 5’9, Joell Ortiz, and KXNG CROOKED on the track’s lyrics.
Our own Celebrity Host & DJ DJ Hustle aka hot hands is on the turntables giving you Hustle Nation New Music . DJ Hustle in this mix on AllHipHopcom .Listen to DJ Hustle as he is slapping the hits from the streets. Weekly mixes will be posted for your weekly enjoyment. Let DJ Hustle aka hot hands on the turn tables know what you want the hear on Twitter @DJHustle or Instagram DJHustle2407
1) G-Eazy – You Got Me
2) Tech N9Ne ft E-40 & Krizz Kaliko – No K
3) Shawn Monstah Mays – Doit- Doit
4) Rick Ross ft Chris Brown – Sorry
5) Hi-Five – Sunshine
6) Tinashe Chris Brown – Player
7) Intro – Lose Control
Jadakiss drops off his Scram Jones produced track “Baby” featuring D-Block artist Dyce Payne. Kiss’ long awaited Top 5 Dead or Alive album coming soon! Listen below!
Dee Boi was born March 16, 1987 in Orlando, Florida. A tragedy happened early in Dee Boi’s life when he lost his father at age 10. He then started writing poems to express his feelings on paper. He started rapping at age 14 but never took it seriously, until age 17. Later he was invited to a local studio by the late AK, Dee Boi started getting a lot of attention from the songs that he recorded.
That’s when he met Hollywood Kp (CEO/producer of Grind Hard Records) and recorded the song entitled “Grind Hard”. The rest was history for Kp and his cousin Blue P (President/Marketing Director of Grind Hard Records) started their own record label and wanted Dee Boi to be their first artist. The name didn’t take long to come up with; reflecting from the lyrics of the young Dee Boi and thought “Grind Hard” would be perfect. Dee Boi is inspired by Tupac ,Ti, Trick Daddy, 8ball and MJG, UGK, and Juvenile. His lyrics represent true “dope boy” music. He is now the Vice President of Grind Hard Records and his ready to shake up the underground scene in Florida. Now he wants you to see things through his eyes from his lyrics.
Troy Ave is back with the re-release of his Major Without A Deal project. The Reloaded version shows Troy revamping the whole tape with 14 tracks and features from Fabolous, 50 Cent, T.I. and more! Stream below and share your thoughts in the c-section.
The Roots may be headed to your city to spread some holiday cheer. Between Dec. 26th and Jan. 2nd, the hip-hop band will be performing in four cites for their Holiday Tour before returning to their post at The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. During the abbreviated road trip, Black Thought and Questlove will be welcoming only one special guest: Common.
Peep the dates and ticket info below.
12/26/15 – The Paramount, Huntington, NY Ticket info
12/27/15 – The Borgata featuring Common, Atlantic City, NJ Ticket info
12/29/15 – The Fillmore, Silver Spring, MD Ticket info
1/2/15 – House of Blues, Boston, MA Ticket info
Kendrick Lamar has always been vocal about the influence that west coast legends have had on his career. For the new issue of PAPER magazine, the “King Kunta” rapper has penned an essay paying homage to N.W.A frontman Eazy-E.
K. Dot recalled when he first heard Eazy-E’s music and how it helped him put his young life in perspective.
“I would go outside and see the same imagery in my reality as the things they were talking about on the record,” he wrote. “From the way these guys talked to the way they carried themselves to the type of activities that they were involved in, the whole thing was a real life introspective report from the ghetto. Looking at them and sitting inside my community, it left a big toll on me because it always let me know that no matter how far I go, I gotta stay in reach of the people and what’s going on in the neighborhood, whether it’s a harsh reality or not.”
The “Nowstalgia” issue, which features Grace Jones and FKA Twigs as the cover stars, also has Swizz Beatz reflecting on the influence of the Notorious B.I.G and Eminem discussing Tupac’s impact. The issue hits stands Oct. 20th.
Fitness guru and entrepreneur Rosa Acosta celebrated the highly anticipated Grand Opening of her flagship store, Cossamia, with a ribbon cutting ceremony this weekend. Celebrities, stylists, fashionistas and industry tastemakers came out to attend the “Pretty In Pink” themed soiree that also featured an exclusive Pop-Up Shop of Amber Rose’s new eyewear collection ‘Bash EyeWear’. Rosa Acosta celebrated the day with her famous friends including fashion designers Geebin Flores and Angel Brinks,Somaya Reece, music stars Anjali World and Kreesha Turner, VH1’s Love & Hip Hop Hollywood star Nastassia Smith and more.
Guests at the “ALL PINK” affair enjoyed a curated soundtrack by DJ OHWerd, an open bar sponsored by E-40’s Earl Stevens Selections, Sluricane and more in addition to a delectable dessert bar by Studio Chefs. The event was sponsored by Lyft, Captiv8 and produced by Echoing Soundz. The boutique, located at 7600 Melrose Boulevard, features unique fashion picks by designers Geebin Flores and Angel Brinks as well as fitness pieces from Rosa’s “Body by Acosta” line.
Keep up with what’s new with Rosa Acosta by following her on Twitter and Instagram: @RosaAcosta.
Check out more photos from the event below! Photo Credit: Burris Images and VVK Photos
Iggy Azalea has had endless controversy surrounding her career but that has not discouraged her from making more music. The “Black Widow” rapper has been hard at work on her sophomore album and revealed the project’s title while chatting with fans on Twitter.
Her new album will be titled Digital Distortion.
@HausOfIggz digital distortion is not a song title, its the name of my album.
When it comes to collaborations, Iggy said she hasn’t asked anyone to hop on a track yet but will be doing so soon. The artwork is being created as well.
@CRISDOMlNGUEZ i dont have any yet, but i will ask people soon.
Until Meek Mill and Nicki Minaj got together, JD aka Jermaine DuPri was the man that stunned America when he got with Janet Jackson. But that was a long time ago. Janet is now married to a billionaire and JD seems to be back to his playboy ways. And then this happened: JD began following an ID devoted to his relationship with Janet. He looking with fondness at what once was?
It looks like Young Thug has made up his mind about who he will be voting for in 2020! It’s Yeezus; Kanye West for President! As much as we love Ye…..oh never mind. Does he have your vote for 2020? If Ye was ever to become president that would make Kim Kardashian first lady. We aren’t sure we need Thugger’s perspective on anything political. For some strange reason we could actually see Ye and Thugger doing a track together. We aren’t saying it would be great, but we could see it happening.
With the release of his new single, “Young Jesus,” it is obvious that the release date of Logic’s second album, The Incredible True Story, is nearing. The DMV rapper has announced that his sophomore project will arrive on Nov. 13th via Def Jam.
My sophomore album "The Incredible True Story" is releasing everywhere Friday November 13th.
No word on the features yet. The Under Pressure rapper will be hosting a panel during Comic Con in New York City to discuss the album with Steve Blum on Oct. 10th, so hopefully he will be dishing about what fans can expect from the album then.
Throughout the Drake and Meek Mill beef, Nicki Minaj has remained quiet. Understandably though, since she has a lot of love for the both of them. In the cover story for the New York Times Magazine, the Head Barb finally opened up about how she feels about the tension between Young Money brethren and her bae.
‘‘I hate it,’’ she said. ‘‘It doesn’t make me feel good. You don’t ever want to choose sides between people you love. It’s ridiculous. I just want it to be over.’’
The “Only” rapper also responded to Miley Cyrus’ comments about Nicki feeling like the “Anaconda” video was snubbed at the 2015 MTV Video Music Awards.
“The fact that you feel upset about me speaking on something that affects black women makes me feel like you have some big balls,” she said. “You’re in videos with black men, and you’re bringing out black women on your stages, but you don’t want to know how black women feel about something that’s so important? Come on, you can’t want the good without the bad. If you want to enjoy our culture and our lifestyle, bond with us, dance with us, have fun with us, twerk with us, rap with us, then you should also want to know what affects us, what is bothering us, what we feel is unfair to us. You shouldn’t not want to know that.”
Nicki ended up snapping on the journalist, Vanessa Grigoriadis, who conducting the interview after she asked if she thrived on drama, referring to the rap battle between Meek and Drake and the legal battle between Lil’ Wayne and Birdman. After saying that was a “disrespectful” question, she asked “Why would a grown-ass woman thrive off drama?”
‘‘What do the four men you just named have to do with me thriving off drama?’’ she asked. ‘‘Why would you even say that? That’s so peculiar. Four grown-ass men are having issues between themselves, and you’re asking me do I thrive off drama?… That’s the typical thing that women do. What did you putting me down right there do for you?’Women blame women for things that have nothing to do with them. I really want to know why — as a matter of fact, I don’t. Can we move on, do you have anything else to ask?’’ she continued. ‘‘To put down a woman for something that men do, as if they’re children and I’m responsible, has nothing to do with you asking stupid questions, because you know that’s not just a stupid question. That’s a premeditated thing you just did.’’
After calling Grigoriadis “rude” and “disrespectful” she ended the interview.
With the release of ‘Straight Outta Compton,’ the ladies have been going crazy over Ice Cube’s son O’Shea Jackson Jr.. An old picture of O’Shea and his ex-girlfriend hit the net, and the ladies were not feeling it. In addition to the original photo, some tweets surfaced that allegedly showed the ex and O’Shea dissing black women. O’Shea didn’t take too kindly to the whole situation, and he jumped on his Instagram to give a PSA. He also cleared up the rumors about the offensive tweets, explaining that the tweets were Photoshopped.
After 16 years, Dr. Dre finally returned this August with the brand new album Compton. The legendary Aftermath Entertainment founder’s third and supposedly final studio LP brought together some of the leading minds in songwriting, production, and artistic development.
Among the many talents that contributed to the making of Compton: A Soundtrack By Dr. Dre were singer-songwriter Anderson .Paak, producer Bernard “Focus…” Edwards, and A&R coordinator Andrew “Drewski” Corria. Each of those Aftermath affiliates played a significant role in the final 16-track project which opened with 276,000 copies sold it its first week.
AllHipHop.com conducted separate interviews with Paak, Focus…, and Drewski to ask each of them about the possible cultural impact of the album inspired by N.W.A’s biopic Straight Outta Compton. The three Aftermath insiders also offered their thoughts about working with Dr. Dre and hearing the homage to his hometown for the first time.
Your Most Memorable Moment Working With Dr. Dre On Compton
Anderson .Paak: Doing the music and everything was cool, but sometimes when we were just chilling and drinking we’ll go work on a song, and I’ll just talk to him about music. I asked him to break down the story of when they were recording [“Deep Cover”]. He told me, “We did that sh*t on a broken bass in a room with Snoop.”
He told me they originally did “Nuthin’ But A ‘G’ Thang” to “I Can’t Go For That.” That uptempo, soul pop song. It was going to be this disco type song. They actually did a demo to it, and Snoop recorded that sh*t from jail. I guess I could have got that story from wiki, but I heard that sh*t from him. Those type of stories, I nerd out over.
For example, hearing how he had The Chronic and was shopping it everywhere. People were laughing at him. People told him it was garbage to his face. He went home to his apartment with Nate Dogg and was like “I don’t know.” He was second guessing himself… Dre… The Chronic album! That’s sh*t is fuel to the flame for me.
Andrew Corria: Honestly, it’s so many moments. I’ll sum it up into one statement: just seeing Dr. Dre make a song, seeing him work, and seeing his work ethic is one of the most amazing things.
He has it all – financially, with his legacy. He’s a little bit older than most artists, but he’s the most humble, down to earth dude. And he works harder than anyone I’ve ever seen. He has every reason not to work his butt off, but he does. It’s just amazing to see.
Focus…: When it came out, that was probably one of the highest moments I’ve ever been in my whole career. Just to see how the world responded to it when I saw it go live on iTunes. We had an amazing amount of pre-orders, and they didn’t hear any music. That was just awe-inspiring.
Anderson .Paak
One Thing You Learned About Dr. Dre Through The Process Of Creating Compton
Anderson .Paak: He’s a perfectionist in its truest form. He’s got to have it done right. That’s almost a dying art at this point. I meet less and less people that are like that. I meet more people that are down to just put out sh*t.
To be a perfectionist in this age is something to be in awe of. For someone who can actually afford to do it – it’s crazy to be around. He goes hard for everything – everything!
Andrew Corria: He’s very down to earth, super cool. I’ve met a lot of people that have done ¼ of what he’s done, and I see how they act and treat people. It’s like, “If Dre can be super cool and humble, why can’t you?”
Focus…: What I learned was more about the process that makes him Dr. Dre. It was amazing to watch him work. I’ve never seen him go through the whole thing and then finish the project.
I’ve always seen him mix other people’s projects, but I’ve never seen this. I’ve never seen a whole project from top to bottom go out the door. That was probably one of the greatest learning experiences I’ve ever seen. Seeing him creating, rapping, orchestrating, mixing, mastering – I’ve never seen it like this before. It was really, really amazing.
Your Initial Reaction When You Heard The Completed Compton Album
Anderson .Paak: I thought it was just a true work of art. I had a lot of respect for it. He didn’t care about making a single or any of that sh*t. I thought this is Dre adapting to the times. Not only still staying true and still evolving, but even the method of how he did it. He did that album in a few months.
He was just going off his inspiration from the movie, so he went in to make a brand new album. He had enough balls to scrap 10 years of work on another album [Detox]. He said, “F*ck it. I’m just going to start from scratch. I’m not going to over think it. I’m just going to do it.”
That’s how people make music now. That was Dre’s way of doing that. I loved it, and I’m so happy and proud to be part of that sh*t.
Andrew Corria: I remember the day it was available to stream. It was amazing to hear it outside of the studio. It was just like, “Wow, I was a part of this great piece of art?”
Focus…: At that moment I got to listen to it as a fan. Honestly, it was amazing. I guess you don’t hear it for real until you hear it with other ears. I can’t listen to it with my producer ears. I have to listen to it as a fan, and that was a great moment to hear it all together with the skits and everything. It was amazing.
Focus…
What Do You Think The Cultural Impact Of Compton Will Be?
Anderson .Paak: Time will show. We’ll see if it sticks. I think it’ll stick. Dre put out a dope album for the time. He’s showing how he can get down in this era. “This is how people are doing it? Alright, I’m going to show you how to do it.” We’ll see if people are still banging that sh*t.
It’s like when Miles Davis was still putting out music in the 90’s. He didn’t give a f*ck. They were talking sh*t about him too, all the way to his grave. But he didn’t give a sh*t. He kept putting out music in every era. And he wasn’t interested in doing the same thing twice.
That’s what I was super proud of too. Dre was taking a risk with this album – vocally and production wise – while staying true to what he wanted to do. He got the features from who he wanted. It was all him. That’s how it will affect the culture. Do sh*t how you want to do it, and it’s never too late to drop some sh*t.
Andrew Corria: I feel like for a lot of people it’s a lot easier to make music now. I don’t think there’s as much money in it as it used to be with streaming and leaking, so people don’t put as much time and effort into it anymore.
To see him take months to put a project out and really put his heart and soul into it – you can hear it in the music. I hope that’s one of the things that impacts music – people put more effort into making music.
Culturally, I feel like with a lot of the stuff talked about – as far as Black Lives Matter – it helps to shed a bigger light on everything. The song “Animals” could do that. I’ve even seen YouTube videos with that song playing in the background. It’s powerful to see.
Focus…: I think it was a necessity. I think people that are trying to pick it apart are picking it apart because they don’t understand it. But if they listen to it for what it is – an art piece – and they see that we’re trying to push the level of where music is now to a bar where it hasn’t been set at in a minute, I think people would appreciate the fact that we’re at least putting more effort, musicality, and production value into a project than a lot of these newer artists are doing.
Hopefully, it will help things turn around. Even if the new artists start to mimic or copy, at least they’re putting more production value into their projects. Hopefully, it will start to set the bar and set a trend.
