“Instagram Girls by Tyme”

By: yourfavenightmare Updated Apr 20, 2016 at 1:43amCategory: Multimedia / Video

Here’s one for the ladies of Instagram. Have you ever caught your man on Instagram? Have you ever seen him watching IG girls and being naughty?

Rapper Shot Dead While Making Song About Shooting People

By: yourfavenightmare Updated Apr 20, 2016 at 1:21amCategory: Headlines

(AllHipHop News) Aspiring rapper Damond Dawson, 23, was murdered while filming a video about killing people in Foster Park on the the South Side of Chicago.

Nicknamed Thugga, Dawson was shot and killed while filming “Two Techs and a 50 Shot” with friends after midnight.

An unidentified man walked to the film crew and opened fire leaving Dawson as the only one killed. Four others were wounded, one of which shot 9 times.

The entire incident was caught on tape and the equipment was turned over to police.

One other rapper Foreign Lyfe, who was Dawson’s friend, explained what happened in his own words.

“I heard my homie say that he had seen somebody pulling up or whatever. We turned around and look back again, quick as we looked back, started shooting. Shots coming from everywhere,” Lyfe said.

M1 deadprez & Bonnot – Killing it (feat. Jahdan Blakkamoore) (Official Music Video)

By: yourfavenightmare Updated Apr 20, 2016 at 12:23amCategory: Headlines

M1 is mostly known for his revolutionary raps from dead prez. On “Killing It” he loosens up a bit and expands with this club banger featuring producer Bonnot and Jahdan Blakkamoore.

UPDATE: ILoveMakonnen Issues Statement About Leaving OVO

By: Jake Crates Updated Apr 19, 2016 at 8:53pmCategory: News

(AllHipHop News) Earlier today it was reported that Atlanta rapper, ILoveMakonnen is leaving Drake’s OVO imprint.

While the specifics were not revealed initially, Warner Bros. Records provided AllHipHop with a statement by Makonnen himself.

“I cannot thank OVO, 40, Oliver, Future & Mr. Morgan, enough for all that they have done for my career. No words can express how much I appreciate Drake for being a part of the success of Tuesday. I’m sure the haters will have something negative to say, but all in all my choice to be solely on Warner Bros. Records was the right thing for me and for my best interest. Sorry there’s no beef to report, DRINK MORE WATER.” – ILOVEMAKONNEN

Going forward Makonnen will be on Warner Bros. Records but will not be associated with the OVO Sound.

While the Atlanta bred trap rapper has been somewhat quiet about the move to go solo, Billboard broke news via their sources close to the situation.

In September of 2014, ILoveMakonnen took the Hip-Hop world by storm with his song “Tuesday” that featured Drake.

Drake has been mum on the topic of Makonnen over the past year, never commenting publicly on the Drink More Water 6 album released just a few weeks ago via Warner/OVO Sound.

Look out for Makonnen on tour with Lil B this Summer.

Tests Done to Make Scarlett Johannson Appear Less White, More Asian? #HollywoodWhiteWash

By: kyliekrab Updated Apr 19, 2016 at 6:26pmCategory: Rumors

In another instance of Hollywood deciding through it’s actions that smart money hires a Caucasian star to play a bad ass minority, it has been leaked that Paramount Pictures, already in hot water for casting the very European actress Scarlett Johansson to play lead character Major Motoko Kusanagi in the live action remake of the hugely successful Japanese anime franchise “Ghost In The Shell,” screen tested post production digital effects to make white actors look more Asian.

This revelation, which was initially reported by ScreenCrush, citing “multiple independent sources close to the project,” as their reliable source, has since been picked up by many other news outlets including Business Insider, Esquire, Jezebel and IndieWire to name a few.

Originally it had been reported by ScreenCrush that the tests were conducted by Lola VFX, the same company that dramatically aged Brad Pitt for the movie “The Curious Case of Benjamin Button.” However in a recent update to that original ScreenCrush report, it has been noted that Lola VFX, via it’s managing director Thomas Nitmann has denied the involvement of the A-list visual effects house in these tests. However, Paramount Pictures, while making the clarification that they never did tests on Johansson does admit that they did order doing these controversial visual effects tests on a background actor involved in the film. Furthermore, as initially reported in ScreenCrush and elsewhere, upon seeing the test results, Paramount “ultimately discarded” the tests and have no future designs to use the technology on Johannson, who is of Danish and Polish descent, or any other actor in the movie.

King Louie Addresses Being Shot In The Face On New Featured Song

By: Jake Crates Updated Apr 19, 2016 at 4:32pmCategory: Music

SickDaPunchLiner has teamed up with Chicago Rap Juggernaut King Louie on the high powered single “IDKU.”

While we haven’t heard much from King Louie since he was shot multiple times in Chicago, this song is one of Louie’s first times talking about the shooting on a song.

In the 12 bar verse, Louie touches on the shooting rapping “Shot to the face so def is no doubt.”

This new single with SickDaPunchLiner is a clear indication that King Louie is coming back and has no qualms with speaking on the shooting that nearly took his life.

300 Ent’s Rich The Kid Drops ‘Trap Talk’ (Mixtape)

By: Jake Crates Updated Apr 19, 2016 at 4:27pmCategory: Music

300 Ent’s Rich the Kid drops his new mixtape, ‘Trap Talk.” The project is a highly anticipated one despite the phrases overuse and features appearances from Migos, Ty Dolla $ign, Kodak Black, 21 Savage and Playboi Carti.

Smoke DZA Drops 3 New Songs With Producer, Flying Lotus

By: Jake Crates Updated Apr 19, 2016 at 4:24pmCategory: Music

Dza laces up the fans with a new joint just in time for 4/20. This project is produced by famed producer Flying Lotus and features 3 new songs, “Outside My Mind,” “4-19-2026″ and “Petty Murphy.”

The art for the short project is a highly suggestive political cartoon that uses Bernie Sanders on face card from a deck of playing cards.

No word on Smoke Dza’s political affiliation, but he is likely backing anyone that promotes weed and its benefits. Listen below!

Rick Ross’ Ankle Monitor Causes Alarm At White House

By: Jake Crates Updated Apr 19, 2016 at 4:06pmCategory: News

(AllHipHop News) This past week Rick Ross was among several rappers to attend President Barack Obama’s meeting for his My Brother’s Keeper Initiative.

While at the meeting the MMG boss’ ankle monitor went off reportedly startling some in attendance.

According to TMZ, President Obama had just concluded speaking on his initiative that looks to keep Black males out of jail.

The monitor must be worn by Ricky Rozay in order to meet the terms of his release amidst alleged kidnapping and assault charges.

Ross was previous indicted on egregious offenses, including kidnapping, aggravated assault, aggravated battery, and possession of a firearm while committing a crime.

Just last month Ross scored a victory in court after a sexual assault lawsuit that was filed against them last year was dropped.

The original complaint was filed in September 2015 by a woman claiming to be drugged and raped by Rick Ross’ bodyguard, nicknamed “Black.”

The woman says “Black” spiked her champagne on a ride back to the W Hotel.

No word on how Ross will be helping with Obama’s initiative at the time of print.

ILoveMakonnen And OVO Sound Part Ways Just Weeks After New Album

By: Jake Crates Updated Apr 19, 2016 at 3:07pmCategory: News

(AllHipHop News) Information is surfacing that ILoveMakonnen is no longer a member of the OVO Sound crew.

While the Atlanta bred trap rapper has been somewhat quiet about the move to go solo, Billboard broke news via their sources close to the situation.

In September of 2014, ILoveMakonnen took the Hip-Hop world by storm with his song “Tuesday” that featured Drake.

Drake has been mum on the topic of Makonnen over the past year, never commenting publicly on the Drink More Water 6 album released just a few weeks ago via Warner/OVO Sound.

Recently iLoveMakonnen talked about the possibility of an OVO Sound Group Album and Drake’s ‘Views From The 6’

Last month in Hollywood, Makonnen performed songs from the new album but made no mention of Drake or OVO sound.

“It’s been talked about. But I don’t know. Schedules and sh*t got to line up. I’m down. Maybe in the fall or winter,” Makonnen said. “Everybody has so many different styles, and it’s really on tapping into which style people want. You can do the hard songs and the soft songs. You want to give the perfect balance.”

In the mean time ILoveMakonnen is set to hit the road with Bay Area icon Lil B as the rapper made the announcement via his IG page.

Add ur city below and we will come

A photo posted by Red Dragon Makonnen (@ilovemakonnen) on Apr 19, 2016 at 2:09am PDT

DJ Khaled Announces Plans To Tour With Beyoncé

By: Jake Crates Updated Apr 19, 2016 at 2:22pmCategory: News

(AllHipHop News) It was just a few months ago that Jay Z announced DJ Khaled’s signing to Roc Nation management by adorning the We The Best mogul with his last legendary Roc-A-Fella chain.

Now the move looks to be paying off for all parties involved, as DJ Khaled recently announced via Snapchat and Instagram that he will be jumping on tour with Beyoncé.

Khaled said that the move is “major milestone” in his career and thanked Queen Bey saying, “When I was a kid THEY told me no when I wanted to DJ and perform in the club! So guess what, I did!!! OPEN FOR BEYONCÉ!!!!!!”

Khaled hits his home town of Miami on April 27th and promises “tears of joy” at a stadium near you soon.

Check the full quotes and IG post below!

Today I proudly announce a major milestone in my career. Today’s announcement is a major accomplishment in my life. In other words it’s a major achievement alert!!!! I am proud to announce that I, DJ Khaled will be on tour with the icon, Beyoncé!!!!! Fan luv, when I tell you that prayer is the so powerful, please believe me. I want to thank the incomparable icon Beyoncé for this tremendous opportunity of a lifetime. Your music is the soundtrack to so many people’s lives across the globe. Your legacy is a blueprint for the young generation to follow and strive to be. You are the true definition of a superstar. Thank you so much for inviting me on your stage. I promise you this! I’m gonna rip it down so legendary!!!!!! When I was a kid THEY told me no when I wanted to DJ and perform in the club! So guess what, I did!!! OPEN FOR BEYONCÉ!!!!!! Fan luv we did it! We made on the stage with the Queen. Get ready to feel passion pain success and tears of joy in a STADIUM NEAR YOU!!!!! Miami, see you soon!!! I’ll be on stage with Beyoncé on April 27th and then I’ll be on the road to more success. Thank you again Beyoncé for making this dream come true for me. I will never stop fan luv. Bless up!! @wethebestmusic @epicrecords @rocnation #djkhaled #MAJOR?-My album soon come!

Today I proudly announce a major milestone in my career. Today’s announcement is a major accomplishment in my life. In other words it’s a major achievement alert!!!! I am proud to announce that I, DJ Khaled will be on tour with the icon, Beyoncé!!!!! Fan luv, when I tell you that prayer is the so powerful, please believe me. I want to thank the incomparable icon Beyoncé for this tremendous opportunity of a lifetime. Your music is the soundtrack to so many people’s lives across the globe. Your legacy is a blueprint for the young generation to follow and strive to be. You are the true definition of a superstar. Thank you so much for inviting me on your stage. I promise you this! I’m gonna rip it down so legendary!!!!!! When I was a kid THEY told me no when I wanted to DJ and perform in the club! So guess what, I did!!! OPEN FOR BEYONCÉ!!!!!! Fan luv we did it! We made on the stage with the Queen. Get ready to feel passion pain success and tears of joy in a STADIUM NEAR YOU!!!!! Miami, see you soon!!! I’ll be on stage with Beyoncé on April 27th and then I’ll be on the road to more success. Thank you again Beyoncé for making this dream come true for me. I will never stop fan luv. Bless up!! @wethebestmusic @epicrecords @rocnation #djkhaled #MAJOR?-My album soon come!

A video posted by DJ KHALED (@djkhaled) on Apr 19, 2016 at 10:50am PDT

Lyrics Of G-Unit’s Kidd Kidd Used In Federal Murder Trial Against New Orleans Gang

By: Jake Crates Updated Apr 19, 2016 at 1:59pmCategory: Headlines

(AllHipHop News) G-Unit rapper Kidd Kidd and his lyrics have come under fire as federal prosecutors allege Kidd Kidd is an “agent” to the murderous New Orleans street gang the 39ers.

Currently the 39ers are on trial for a 45-count indictment that includes at least 12 murders according to The New Orleans Advocate

In the initial hearings it was revealed that the G-Unit rapper’s lyrics are being used to prosecute members of a 9th ward gang that claims “The G Strip” area surrounding Third and Galvez streets in New Orleans.

Little did tourists in the French Quarter know that just a few miles East, an infamous gang was taking over the 9th ward.

“Yo, ho, you wanna ride a gang 39er/ so that’s why her old man can’t find her,” Kidd Kidd raps on the controversial song “G.T.O.” by QP.

In the video members of the 39ers wear t-shirts that say “3NG We DA Best Team 39’ers,” while Kidd Kidd raps his verse.

At one point in the video, Gregory “Rabbit” Stewart, who has claimed several murders and is a cooperating with prosecutors, can be seen with his arm around Kidd Kidd with gun at the waist.

The federal case against the 39ers was being built by prosecutors as early as 2009 and spanned over a two-year time.

During that time the feds reportedly watched the 39ers push heroin to the streets of New Orleans and beyond, while also committing a host of violent crimes to go along with the murders.

While alleging that Kidd Kidd’s affiliation helped build up the name of the 39ers, prosecutors are not looking to charge Kidd Kidd or QP.

“There’s a public relations aspect of this organization, including intimidation,”Assistant U.S. Attorney Myles Ranier said, “keeping potential victims and witnesses in fear of the enterprise.”

This isn’t the first time a rapper’s lyrics have been used in a murder trial.

Back in 2012 Lil Boosie’s lyrics were used against him in a first degree murder trail that didn’t hold up as Boosie beat the case.

More news on this story as it develops as the trial is now set for September.

Skepta May Appear on Drake’s ‘Views From The 6’

By: ClassicOne Updated Apr 19, 2016 at 1:00pmCategory: Rumors

Photo via Drake’s Instagram

Although fans don’t know much about Drake’s highly anticipated ‘Views From The 6’ album, they know more thanks to English rapper Skepta! Skepta recently spoke with Zane Lowe on Beats 1 and revealed that he may be appearing on ‘Views’. According to Skepta, him and Drake have been working on new music that seems to fit Drake’s album more than his own.

“We’re trying to do something for his record,” Skepta said. “It makes more sense to be on his record rather than mine.”

Skepta and Zane Lowe also discussed the rapper’s relationship with Drake as Lowe compared their chemistry to the dynamic between Jay Z and Kanye West. Skepta said that their bond formed from an introduction at a party, and from there, the two began discussing music and sharing ideas on what they were working on in the studio. He also revealed that Drake’s signing to Boy Better Know is official. What are your thoughts?

Timbaland Backs Virginia Artists Young Crazy & Breeze Barker With Fire Production

By: Jake Crates Updated Apr 19, 2016 at 12:56pmCategory: Music

We all know that Timbaland has a knack for finding talent. Many regard him as the backbone for the whole late 90’s Virginia movement that occurred with Missy Elliott, Genuine and many others.

But with many new acts and movements stemming out of “The 7 Cities” of VA, Livehouse ENT Hip-Hop artists Young Crazy & Breeze Barker have linked up with Timbaland for some heavy production on their project Sharks x Pistols. The project is seen as an “ode” to Virginia and the lifestyle of the Sharks & Pistols as it pays homage to 2 major cities of Virginia in which both rappers reside, Norfolk (Shark City) and Portsmouth (Pistol City).

But check out the producers they got for this one. Production comes from super-producer and mentor, Timabaland, Milli Beatz of Timbaland Productions, Fade Majah of Team Timbo, Lex Luger, Kino Beats, Ready Rock, D4 and more.

Standout records include the leading track, “Come & Get It,” the latest visual follow-up, “How I Got It”, & Timbaland x Milli Beatz co-produced hits, “Too Virginia” and “Callin & Callin” (featured on Timbaland’s latest mixtape King Stays King).

Kanye West Reveals What Made Him Get A Cell Phone

By: ClassicOne Updated Apr 19, 2016 at 12:53pmCategory: Rumors

For a while, Kanye West was known as one of the artists that didn’t believe in having a cell phone. You’d be surprised how many others are just like this in a time where social media and people’s phones consume their lives. On an episode of ‘Kocktails With Khloe’, Kanye revealed the reason he decided to get a cell phone.

“I got a phone because somebody decided they wanted to marry Kris Humphries. I wasn’t up to anything, and I looked on the internet, and there was Kim Kardashian with some extremely tall person, and I was like, I need to call her or something. I started sending her pictures of certain basketball players that used to be cool, that now they wear their pants all the way up to her. Like, ‘This is your future!’”

Ye is hilarious! Well all ends well right? Y’all do know that Kim and Ye were smashing while he was with Amber Rose and while she was with Kris right? It seemed pretty obvious even before Amber Rose revealed it. It all turned out well for Kim K and Kanye. Lol. Click HERE to watch the video.

Rick Ross’ Ankle Monitor Goes Off During White House Speech

By: ClassicOne Updated Apr 19, 2016 at 12:48pmCategory: Rumors

Photo via Rick Ross’ Instagram

According to TMZ, Rick Ross had a pretty embarrassing moment during his recent visit to the White House. Rozay was given White House security clearance as he was allowed to attend President Obama’s “My Brother’s Keeper” program. Apparently moments after Obama’s speech, Ross’ ankle monitor started beeping loudly during a very silent moment. Ross was as stunned as anyone because the bracelet is brand new. How embarrassing! Could you imagine?

Does Fetty Wap Have Another Baby Mama?

By: ClassicOne Updated Apr 19, 2016 at 12:29pmCategory: Rumors

Okay this shhhhhhhh is getting out of hand at this point. Fetty Wap may have yet another new baby mama. Fetty has some more explaining to do as another woman named Shaniqua Delillo is claiming she got pregnant by Fetty Wap and she has already given birth to their child. Every other day someone comes out and says they are pregnant by Fetty. Love & Hip Hop’s Masika just gave birth to their daughter, and he was also spotted celebrating his first daughter’s first birthday. Delillo says she was messing with Fetty and another man around the same time, but she knows Fetty is her son’s father. So using a condom is too much for Fetty and all of his women? Got it.

2016 Afropunk Festival Returns With Ice Cube, Flying Lotus, Janelle Monae, Saul Williams + More

By: yourfavenightmare Updated Apr 19, 2016 at 12:04pmCategory: Headlines

(AllHipHop News) The lineup for Afropunk Brooklyn has been revealed with a stacked celebration of musical and cultural diversity underscored by an election year.

The event is slated to take place on August 27th & 28th at Brooklyn’s Commodore Barry Park in Fort Greene, Brooklyn. This year the festival offers Ice Cube, Flying Lotus, The Internet, Thundercat, Angel Haze, Saul Williams Benjamin Booker, Skunk Anansie, Skye & Ross from Morcheeba, Galant, SPZRKT and several others (full lineup below). Afropunk will host three stages to accommodate the over 60 acts.

2016 Afropunk’s theme is “POWER TO THE PARTY.”

Organizers stated in a press release, “Power, it’s a feeling, it’s an energy, it’s the undisputed connection between cause and effect – the best of us give it away, the worst usurp it, but living modern life to the fullest, means either mastering your relationship to it or walking in its shadow. We are not blind.”

Additionally, Afropunk Brooklyn offers 100 craft artisans and 25 food vendors.

AFROPUNK BROOKLYN 2016 LINEUP

Ice Cube TV On The Radio Tyler The Creator CeeLo Green Flying Lotus Janelle Monae The Internet

SUPERJAM Featuring Members from Bad Brains Fishbone Living Colour

George Clinton Earl Sweatshirt Skunk Anansie Skye & Ross from Morcheeba Young Fathers Benjamin Booker Saul Williams Angel Haze Kelela Trash Talk Shabazz Palaces Thundercat Sango Esta Gallant Prayers Radkey Seinabo Sey The Suffers Sir The Baptist Sate Downtown Boys Roman GianArthur Joe Kay The Whooligan SPZRKT Eden Hagos

FOR MORE ON AFROPUNK: twitter.com/afropunk facebook.com/AFROPUNK/ instagram.com/afropunk www.afropunk.com

Here’s How Houston Rappers Are Handling The Great Flood

By: Grouchy Greg Watkins (@GrouchyGreg) Updated Apr 19, 2016 at 10:15amCategory: Headlines

(AllHipHop News) A number of rappers who are from, or do business in Houston, have been impacted by the torrential downpours flooding the city.

Over a foot of water rained down on one of Hip-Hop’s most notable cities, which has produced powerhouses like The Geto Boys and Rap-A-Lot Records, Trae Tha Truth, UGK, Beyoncé, Slim Thug and many others.

In less than 24 hours, water submerged parts of different neighborhoods and highways, forcing thousands to flee to safety in the area shelters.

A number of rappers from Houston weighed in on the floods, as did a few who have business ties to the city.

UGK’s Bun B. warned his fans of the severity of the weather, after his flight was canceled and he had to drive back home.

“I barely made it back after my flight got cancelled,” Bun B. said. “Dozens of people stuck near Intercontinental airport because of high waters. Can’t get back to the freeways. Only because I was in a truck. Stay home!”

Bun B was spot on with his analysis.

One airport worker died after he was found submerged in his vehicle not far from the airport. Another tow truck driver was found dead in his rig, after he became submerged in high waters.

Houston rapper Paul Wall managed to put a positive spin on the floods. First off, the rains interrupted his son’s 10th birthday.

“My son Will was SOOOOOOOO excited that school got canceled today. I told him God made it rain for his birthday,” Paul Wall tweeted.

Since he’s locked away in his house, Paul Wall decided to release a new remix to his song “Swangin’ In Tha Rain” in honor of the floods.

Trae Tha Truth has used his social media as well, to let residents know the addresses various organizations offering local residents shelter.

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Dame Dash Discusses How He Could Have Prevented Aaliyah’s Death (VIDEO)

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Apr 19, 2016 at 10:03amCategory: News

(AllHipHop News) R&B star Aaliyah lost her life 15 years ago after the airplane she was traveling on crash in The Bahamas. At the time, the “One In A Million” singer was dating music executive Dame Dash. The co-founder of Roc-A-Fella Records was a guest on The Real this week, and he spoke about how he could have prevented the death of his girlfriend.

[ALSO READ: Timbaland Says He Has More Unreleased Music From Aaliyah On The Way]

“There is no chance that, if I was there, we would have been on that plane, so it would have never happened that way,” said Dame.

He added, “If I was there, I would have made sure that that jet that was supposed to be for her – the G-IV – she would have been on that. I wouldn’t have got on that plane, so it probably would have been different.”

Aaliyah died on August 25, 2001 at the age of 22. Reportedly, she and seven others were originally scheduled to fly out the next day on a larger aircraft, but they decided to leave the island earlier than planned on a Cessna 402B.

The airplane crashed shortly after taking off. Subsequent reports found that the plane was 700 pounds over its maximum take-off weight. Traces of cocaine and alcohol were also found in the body of the pilot who died during the crash as well.