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Damon Dash, Birdman, Jermaine Dupri & Snoop Dogg Tapped As Presenters For 2016 BET Awards

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: News
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(AllHipHop News) The Moguls will be among the stars to hand out trophies at this year’s BET Awards.

The network announced Damon Dash, Birdman, Jermaine Dupri and Snoop Dogg will be presenters at the 16th edition of the live event on June 26.

The four Hip-Hop industry veterans are also set to star in the new reality show Music Moguls which will air on BET.

Over eight 60-minute episodes, viewers will be exposed to the behind-the-scenes actions of Dash, Birdman, Dupri, and Snoop.

In addition, the BET Awards is set to include performances by R&B superstars Alicia Keys and Maxwell. A special tribute to the late musical icon Prince will feature Janelle Monáe, The Roots, D’Angelo and Sheila E.

Canadian sensation Drake heads into the awards ceremony with 9 nominations, the most for any act this year. Drizzy is followed by Beyoncé and Rihanna with 5 nods each.

Is A Beanie Sigel And Jadakiss Joint Album On The Way?

By: ClassicOne Updated Category: Rumors
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It looks like there is a new joint album on the way from Beanie Sigel and Jadakiss called, ‘Kiss The Mack’. Jadakiss says they plan to also tour and profit off of the merchandising of the joint project as well. ‘Kiss says if he got money for him and Fab’s joint effort then they surely will get more for this collaboration. Are you interested in hearing this joint album?

DMV Rapper OG ManMan Murdered After Filming Music Video At Grave Site of Rival

By: G.Avant (@G_Avant) Updated Category: News
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(AllHipHopNews) According to reports DMV rapper OG ManMan, whose real name is Antonio Leach, was recently murdered in southeast DC.

The details surrounding the 23-year-old rapper’s murder are emerging, but his slaying is believed to be retaliation for his very controversial video “Truth,” in which he throws darts at his enemies ruthlessly.

The video opens with OG ManMan masked while sporting two guns nefariously, then continues with him at the gravesite of one of his rivals portrayed in the video.

His actions at the grave site are very disrespectful as he pours out a bottle of liquor over a photo of the individual and then proceeds to light the portrait ablaze.

There is also an audio clip featured during his appearance at the grave that seems to be the news report of the individual’s murder.

In the vitriol fueled track OG ManMan raps lines such as:

“Keep playing n**ga I swear to god they gonna miss you, Once I get to spraying I swear to god I’m gonna hit you.”

In the song, OG ManMan also vows to take out other members of the rival crew.

The rapper had previously addressed the strong response to the video in an interview with Cutthroat TV before his murder stating, “I mean, it’s disrespectful, it’s real, it’s the truth. What you expect?”

He also spoke on some of his issues with the rival crew.

Check out the controversial video below.

Kanye West Reveals Trailer Of His New Video Game “Only One”

By: G.Avant (@G_Avant) Updated Category: News
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(AllHipHopNews) Kanye West recently revealed the trailer for his new game “Only One” at the Electronic Entertainment Expo in Los Angeles.

According to Billboard, the concept of Kanye’s new video game “Only One,” is inspired by his mother Dr. Donda West.

Dr. West was also the inspiration for the naming of Kanye’s creative company, DONDA.

“The idea of the game is my mom traveling through the gates of heaven,” Kanye said. “I just wanna bring as much beauty to the world as possible.”

According to Gameslice.TV host Geoff Keighley, Kanye gave developers a glimpse of “Only One” at last year’s E3 event, where the rapper also expressing his life long love for video games.

Kanye’ latest venture into the world of gaming will only add another notch under the Renaissance Man’s belt.

He has already expanded into the fashion industry with his Yeezy brand, and has even tested his chops at directing with short films such as “Runaway”band “Cruel Summer,” which previewed at the 2012 Cannes Film Festival.

West recently released the single “Champions” from his upcoming G.O.O.D Music project entitled Cruel Winter.

The project is yet to have a release date.

Check out the trailer for “Only One,” below.

XXL Freshman 16′ Class Revealed Featuring Desiigner & Kodak Black Amongst Others

By: G.Avant (@G_Avant) Updated Category: News
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(AllHipHopNews) XXL magazine recently revealed the 2016 edition of their XXL Freshmen Cover featuring the top newcomers in the Hip-Hop industry.

The list features up and comers like Desiigner and Kodak Black, known for their tracks such as “Panda” and “No Flockin.”

Others in this year’s class include Lil Yachty, Dave East, Lil Uzi, Denzel Curry and others

Over the next six weeks XXL will be releasing a variety of content from the featured MC’s to familiarize the public with Hip-Hop’s future in the form of interviews cyphers, and freestyles.

XXL will also host a concert featuring the up and coming rap stars, dubbed “The Los Angeles XXL Freshman Show,” July 25 in LA.

Tickets can be purchased here.

This is XXL’s ninth annual freshman class, with the publication featuring notable MC’s such as Lupe Fiasco and Kendrick Lamar in past issues.

XXL’s issue showcasing the class of 2016 is set to hit newsstands June 28 and will include a review of last year’s Freshman Class as well.

Check out the complete 2016 Freshman Class listed below and take a behind the scenes peek at the cover shoot.
1. Desiigner
2. Dave East
3. Denzel Curry
4.G Herbo
5.Lil Uzi Vert
6.Lil Dicky
7. Lil Yachty
8. Anderson.Paak
9. 21 Savage
10. Kodak Black

Is Azealia Banks Bleaching Her Skin?

By: ClassicOne Updated Category: Rumors
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It’s no secret that Azealia Banks needs help, but now it looks like she may really need to seek counseling if she is in fact altering her skin. It looks as if Banks has been bleaching her skin as she has been appearing visibly lighter than usual in recent photos. Now lighting, makeup, and filters can drastically alter one’s appearance, but we don’t believe any of these are the case right now. Interesting enough, Banks was the same one to blast Lil’ Kim, K. Michelle, and Diana Ross for allegedly bleaching their skin! Anyway, where’s the music Azealia?!

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Baltimore Emcee, Lee Mitty, Tackles Self Image Debate in “Muses”

By: Grouchy Greg Watkins (@GrouchyGreg) Updated Category: Music
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Baltimore-bred emcee, Lee Mitty, drops her first single, “Muses.” The song features a decent verse with a simple message – “know your worth.

Lee Mitty’s new song is taken from her upcoming forthcoming mixtape, “Any Day Now,” which includes production by Flawless Tracks.

Lil Wayne Has Seizure, Jet Forced To Land In Nebraska

By: Grouchy Greg Watkins (@GrouchyGreg) Updated Category: News
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(AllHipHop News) Rapper Lil Wayne suffered a serious medical issue during cross-country flight, according to TMZ.com.

The rapper was traveling from Milwaukee on his way to California, when his private jet had to make an emergency landing in Omaha.

The rapper apparently blacked out, as the jet landed earlier this afternoon (June 13). According to reports, Lil Wayne eventually came to, but he’s refusing medical treatment.

This isn’t the first time Wayne has suffered from a seizure while traveling on a jet.

In 2012, the Young Money boss had two back-to-back seizures, while flying from Texas to Los Angeles.

In May 2013, the rapper had another well publicized seizure in Los Angeles.

Lil Wayne admitted to having epilepsy in an interview with Los Angeles radio station Power 106 in March 2013.

“The bad news is I’m an epileptic, I’m trying to seizures,” Lil Wayne said. “Like this isn’t my first, second, third, fourth, fifth, sixth, seventh seizure. I’ve had a bunch of seizures y’all just never hear about them.”

DJ Genius Showcases New Atlanta Talent On “Ego Trippin’”

By: Grouchy Greg Watkins (@GrouchyGreg) Updated Category: Music
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Atlanta’s DJ Genius taps East Atlanta rappers Felipe and K-Noe for the new trap track “Ego Trippin.”

DJ Genius, who doubles as K Camp’s official DJ, has a forthcoming album titled A Eastside Story: Deluxe Edition.

“Ego Trippin” features production from Beat Attikz, while his DJ Genius’ album A Eastside Story will feature appearances from K Camp, Que, Hoodrich Pablo Juan, Mr. 2-17, K-Noe, Rich Espy, T-Hood, Coca Vango, Scotty ATL, and Two-9.

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“Yo! MTV Raps” Co-Host Doctor Dre Goes Blind; Pitches Reality Show On Battle With Diabetes

By: Vance Brinkley Updated Category: News
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(AllHipHop News) Former Yo MTV Raps! co-host Doctor Dre is pitching a reality show that will document his fight with diabetes, which has cost him his eyesight.

According to a recent interview with the New York Times, Doctor Dre opened up about his lifestyle and his eating habits while out on the road, when he was young and touring.

Doctor Dre was Ed Lover’s personable, hefty, sidekick. Unfortunately, the DJ, formally named as Andre Brown, developed Type 2 diabetes at 42, because of his poor diet.

As a result of his battle with diabetes, Doctor Dre is legally blind, has lost one toe and suffered from numerous ankle injuries associated with being overweight.

“My stubbornness put me where I’m at,” Doctor Dre told The New York Times. “Now my energy is going to change that. We got young people, grown people, old, all having this. We can prevent this. We can cure this. I have an idea how to do it.”

Doctor Dre hopes his upcoming weight loss surgery will help ease some of his symptoms.

In order to share his experience fighting the disease, Dr. Dre is pitching a reality show with former Def Jam executive, Bill Adler.

Bill Adler blasted some of his connections in the music industry for not taking to Doctor Dre’s positive reality show concept immediately.

“These are people I’ve known for 30 years, and they haven’t gotten back to me,” Bill Adler fumed. “Dré just wants to share his enthusiasm with people. There are plenty of other folks who star in reality shows who are plainly narcissists, who are convinced every absurd thing out of their mouth has to be captured by a television camera. That is not Dré.”

Check out the full New York Times interview here.

Jim Jones Believes Max B Could’ve Been As Big As Drake?

By: ClassicOne Updated Category: Rumors
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Despite Jim Jones and Max B’s past issues, Jones believes Max B had the potential to become just as big of a star as Drake. Jones signed Max to his ByrdGang label in 2006, only for the pair to part ways a few years later. Jones says he put a lot of money into Max’s pockets and bailed him out from certain circumstances. Jones said a lot of these artists that are singing and being very melodic were influenced by Max B’s catalog. Do you think Max would’ve been as big as Drake?

Ron G. Got Them Blends For You!

By: Grouchy Greg Watkins (@GrouchyGreg) Updated Category: Music
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The mixtape legend, OG Ron G., just dropped a brand new mixtape. On this tape, Ron G. demonstrates his ability to blend records.

It’s a smooth mix and must listen while working at the office or taking a long drive.

Ron G Blends

http://www.audiomack.com/album/dj-ron-g/the-mixtape-god-blends

Oschino Accuses Beanie Sigel Of Stealing Everyone’s Bread!

By: ClassicOne Updated Category: Rumors
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The State Property crew seems to be going at it again. Beanie Sigel and Oschino have been at odds over money amounts that each crew member is supposed to be paid. Beanie Siegel posted an Instagram photo of himself, Freeway and Young Gunz along with former NBA player Rasheed Wallace with the caption, “The prop.” Oschino decided to repost the same photo with the caption “WITH THESE KIND OF FRIENDS YOU DONT NEED ENEMIES LOL.” Sigel clapped back by saying,

“Wow hov said jealously is a female trait, I ain’t gay I ain’t into liking dudes no way.”

Oschino decided to let fans know what really went down between all of them as he accused Beanie of taking everyone’s money.

“What about the bag he stole in Atlantic city?? I had to chase the promoter down to get @phillyfreeway @neef_buck @peedicrakk1 @therealomilliosparks @chris cause beans took the bread that was for everybody I made Bull pay twice!!! Ask freeway Chris and neef Sparks peedi any of em. Bull gave beans the money for everybody and he pocket it i would NEVER do that to my youngins NEVER EVER!!!! I AINT MAKING THIS UP JUST STATING FACTS THEN AFTER THE SHOW WAS OVER @djamir was looking for beans cause he ain’t pay him either.”

Dang! Well a State Property reunion probably won’t include all of the members anytime soon.

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Demrick Lands Verse From Casey Veggies

By: Grouchy Greg Watkins (@GrouchyGreg) Updated Category: Music
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Demrick returns with a new song featuring a guest appearance by none other than Casey Veggies.

The song “Different Day” is the follow up to Demrick’s songs “Freak Show” and “Back In The Daze,” both taken from his new album Collect Call.

“‘Different Day’ was created from a very casual, yet real place,” Demrick explained. “I was sitting in the studio, and a few calls and texts had come through my phone that day that typically would’ve annoyed me. Rather than get annoyed, I was just in a mindset that wouldn’t allow me to get flustered on that particular day. The song feels exactly how I felt on the day I wrote it, which was stress-free.”

Queen Latifah To Be Honored During VH1’s Hip Hop Honors

By: Grouchy Greg Watkins (@GrouchyGreg) Updated Category: News
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(AllHipHop News) Rapper Queen Latifah will be honored during the reboot of VH1’s “Hip Hop Honors,” which will pay homage to the female trailblazers of the genre.

The “VH1 Hip Hop Honors: All Hail The Queens” event will hail the Queen, who earned one Grammy Award for Best Solo Rap Performance in 1994, while being nominated for another six.

As an actress, Latifah has had roles in groundbreaking movies like “Set It Off,” “Bessie,” “The Secret Life of Bees,” “Hairspray,” “Beauty Shop” and others.

Queen Latifah, who is also executive producer of the “All Hail The Queens” event for VH1, is the first of several influential female rappers who will be announced later this week.
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The VH1 “Hip Hop Honors: All Hail The Queens” airs Monday, July 11th at 9PM ET LIVE from New York.

Craze Colon, Jim Jones And Trav Need To “Get This Paper”

By: Grouchy Greg Watkins (@GrouchyGreg) Updated Category: Music
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Craze Colon Paired Up With Jim Jones And Trav To Bring U Some Heat Song

Craze Colon linked up with veteran rapper Jim Jones and buzzing Queens, New York rapper Trav to drop a new song titled “Get This Paper.”

The guys linked up at Premiere Studios in New York to craft the sound for “Get This Paper.”

Take a listen below:

NYC Students Shine At Science Genius’ B.A.T.T.L.E.S. Rap Competition (VIDEO)

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: News
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(AllHipHop News) Hip-Hop can be used as an effective educational tool. The Science Genius B.A.T.T.L.E.S (Bringing Attention to Transforming, Teaching and Learning Science) Program proves elements of the culture are a powerful way to connect today’s youth with science curriculum.

Science Genius held its fourth annual rap competition featuring New York City students displaying their rap skills as well as knowledge of scientific subjects. Actor Derek Luke and music producer Bruce Waynne served as celebrity guest judges.

The students had to battle their classmates at their school in order to make it into the city-wide event. Seven acts were selected to compete as finalists.

Brooklyn Preparatory High School’s Freaks of Nature (Jaiyer Millington, Melshawn Richey, Mitch Hunte, and Kaison Samuell) won first place. The group’s energy-centered performance earned them the 2016 title of B.A.T.T.L.E.S. champions.

The Science Genius initiative was founded by Columbia University professor Dr. Christopher Emdin and legendary Wu-Tang Clan member GZA.

“The program was inspired by the brilliance of young people and the inability of schools to harness that brilliance and activate an interest and passion for STEM [Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics],” said Emdin.

Science Genius is also located in Chattanooga, Tennessee, St. Lucie, Florida, Houston, Texas, and Toronto, Canada. Emdin plans to expand the program to other cities around the country.

Watch Freaks of Nature’s performance below.

Talib Kweli Just Dropped A New Video With Rapsody [VIDEO]

By: Grouchy Greg Watkins (@GrouchyGreg) Updated Category: Music
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Talib Kweli and 9th Wonder return with their highly lauded INDIE500 project.

This new song by Kweli is titled “Life Ahead Of Me” and features Rapsody with a track produced by 9th Wonder.

Jim Jones Says F-ck Dame Dash (VIDEO)

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: News
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(AllHipHop News) Harlem rapper Jim Jones has been spilling his feelings in the air a lot in recent months.

The Kitchen album creator called reality show producer Mona Scott-Young an evil b-tch, and he blasted his fellow Dipset member Cam’ron for taking his verse off a record.

During a recent interview with the Rap Radar podcast, Jones had some choice words for Roc-A-Fella Records co-founder Damon Dash.

“F-ck Dame,” stated Jones. “Where I’m from, we rob, we don’t steal. If I put my trust in you, I put my trust in you.”

Jones had previously expressed his anger over Dame supposedly stealing money from him. The “We Fly High” rhymer has also referred to Dame as a “culture vulture” and “c-ck sucker” in the past.

Watch a portion of Jim Jones’ interview below. 

Scarface, Willie D. and Daz Link With Rapper Eliot Ness On New Song

By: Grouchy Greg Watkins (@GrouchyGreg) Updated Category: Music
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Houston meets Los Angeles on Eliot Ness’ new single “Small Time.”

The Houston rapper called upon city natives Willie D and Scarface to drop verses on “Small Time.” To top it off, Daz Dillinger of Tha Dogg Pound joins the trio to round out the track with offer up instant credibility.