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Stacey Dash & Angela Bassett Joke About Black History Month At 2016 Oscars (VIDEOS)

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: News
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(AllHipHop News) With the #OscarsSoWhite controversy hanging over this year’s Academy Awards, many people were waiting to see how the show would handle the issue of diversity in Hollywood. Host Chris Rock tackled some of the concerns in his opening monologue, but the broadcast also featured a couple of comedic bits about Black History Month.

[ALSO READ: Chris Rock Addresses #OscarsSoWhite Controversy, Jada Pinkett Smith, & Racism In Hollywood During Oscar Monologue (VIDEO)]

Actress and Fox News contributor Stacey Dash recently found herself in her own media firestorm after the Clueless star called for the end of the BET Awards and Black History Month. Dash was brought out at the Oscars as part of a joke making fun of the Academy’s lack of African-American members.

“I cannot wait to help my people out. Happy Black History Month,” declared Dash after Rock announced her as the new director of the Academy’s minority outreach program.

In a separate sketch, acclaimed actress Angela Bassett was tapped to present the “Black History Month Minute.” Bassett then began discussing an actor, producer, comedian, and musician that starred in Enemy Of The State and Shark Tales. While it seemed she was honoring Will Smith (who chose not to attend the ceremony because only white actors and actresses received nominations), it turned out to be a celebration of white entertainer Jack Black.

[ALSO READ: Kevin Gates Co-Signs Stacey Dash’s BET Comments; Gabrielle Union Calls Dash “Crazy” (VIDEOS)]

Watch Stacey Dash and Angela Bassett at the 2016 Academy Awards below.

Macklemore & Ryan Lewis’ Sales Projections For ‘This Unruly Mess I’ve Made’ Are In

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: News
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(AllHipHop News) Macklemore & Ryan Lewis returned last week with their sophomore album This Unruly Mess I’ve Made. According to HitsDailyDouble, the project is unlikely to push enough units to open at #1 on the album chart.

[ALSO READ: Macklemore Addresses Black Lives Matter, Cultural Appropriation & White Supremacy On “White Privilege II” (AUDIO)]

The music industry website reports the Seattle duo is looking to have first weeks sales between 45,000 – 55,000 (50,000 – 60,000 SPS). The 1975’s I Like It When You Sleep, for You Are So Beautiful Yet So Unaware of It is competing with Adele’s 25 for the top spot. The British band’s latest LP is predicted to move between 90,000 – 100,000 albums (95,000 – 105,000 SPS).

This Unruly Mess I’ve Made included features from legendary Hip Hop representatives Melle Mel, Kool Moe Dee, Grandmaster Caz, and KRS-One as well as top modern talent YG, Chance The Rapper, and Ed Sheeran. But none of the album’s singles were able to reach the chart topping success of songs like “Can’t Hold Us” or “Thrift Shop” off their previous album The Heist.

Macklemore & Ryan Lewis’The Heist sold 78,000 copies in its first week. The 2012 collection went on to sell over 1.4 million copies. It also won the Grammy for Best Rap Album in 2014.

[ALSO READ: DJ Premier Talks Working On Macklemore & Ryan Lewis’ “Buckshot” Track Featuring KRS-One]

T.I. Talks Teaming With Roc Nation & Tidal; Young Thug Talks Feuding With The Game (VIDEO)

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: News
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(AllHipHop News) Last week T.I. became the latest performer to sign on as an artist-owner for Tidal. The self-proclaimed “King of the South” also announced a new distribution deal with Roc Nation. Tip sat down with DJ Drama to discuss his new ventures.

[ALSO READ: T.I. Announces Roc Nation Partnership & Tidal Ownership During Atlanta Show]

“[I signed with] Roc Nation because they, to me, are self-contained. They understand what record labels were here for in the first place. Lastly, it’s a distribution deal,” explained Tip. “I’m not going anywhere and sign an artist deal. I think the terms spoke for itself.”

When it came to joining Tidal, the Da’ Nic EP creator added, “Tidal is trying to put the power, the ownership, and the equity of the art back into the hands of the people who cultivate the artistry. I think that is what’s important. It’s the only black owned streaming service.”

Tip also pointed out that artists are making more revenue from streams on Tidal than other services such as Spotify and Apple Music. He also acknowledged the recent string of successes for the platform with releases by Beyoncé, Rihanna, and Kanye West.

Later in the interview T.I.’s frequent musical partner Young Thug stopped by to join the conversation. The “F Cancer” rhymer recalled his mentor speaking to him about his feud with The Game.

“He said, ‘Thug, listen. You’re grown I can’t tell you what to do. I can’t tell you how to do it,'” said Thugger. “He said, ‘You can go down that route. But that one. Nah, that one bites back. That ain’t no little boy route.”

[ALSO READ: The Game Comments On Beef With Young Thug, Addresses 50 Cent & Chris Brown (VIDEO)]

Watch T.I. and Young Thug’s interview below.

Icewear Vezzo Pours Up On ‘Moonwalken’ With Paul Wall, TM88, Zaytoven And More

By: Jake Crates Updated Category: Music
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Right know Detroit is on the rise so this post is must for the homie Icewear Vezzo who’s been putting down some music for all the drank heads out there.  For this tape Vezzo features Paul Wall, Kiki Alexandria, rising trapped out group Bandgang, Baby Face Ray and more.  The project also includes production from TM88, Zaytoven, The Olympicks, RJ lamont, and more.

Icewear Vezzo

 

Bobby Shmurda Plans To Get Involved In Politics & Protesting Social Injustice After Release (AUDIO)

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: News
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(AllHipHop News) Bobby Shmurda is planning to take on a new mission once his legal situation is settled. The currently incarcerated rapper wants to get more involved in social and political issues.

[ALSO READ: Bobby Shmurda’s GS9 Associate Rowdy Rebel Discusses Epic Records Not Bailing Him Out]

“When I get home, I ain’t even gonna lie, I’ve been thinking about getting into politics and everything because this thing gotta stop. I’m ready to get into social injustice and start protesting,” Shmurda told Revolt. “I’m about to really be getting in tune with [this] because it’s crazy what the system is doing and how it’s not even following its own laws.”

The Brooklyn rhymer has been very outspoken about his treatment since his arrest in December 2014. Shmurda has complained that his constitutional rights are being violated, because the New York District Attorney continues to fight against him getting released on bail.

Shmurda’s bail request was denied for the seventh time in January. The 21-year-old “Hot N*gga” spitter is facing charges for drugs, weapons possession, and conspiracy. He has not been convicted of any crimes but remains locked up at a Westchester County jail. Shmurda has been behind bars for over 430 days.

[ALSO READ: Bobby Shmurda Blasts D.A.: My Constitutional Rights Are Being Violated (AUDIO)]

Listen to Bobby Shmurda below.

Chris Rock Addresses #OscarsSoWhite Controversy, Jada Pinkett Smith, & Racism In Hollywood During Oscar Monologue (VIDEO)

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: News
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(AllHipHop News) Chris Rock found himself in the middle of the controversy involving this year’s Academy Awards. Some people called on the comedian to step down as host of the show after no non-white actors or actresses received Oscar nominations for the second year in a row.

[ALSO READ: 50 Cent Calls On Chris Rock To Boycott The Oscars (POLL)]

The star of CB4 and Top Five decided to keep his position as master of ceremonies for what he called the “White People’s Choice Awards.” Instead, Rock used the moment to address the #OscarsSoWhite critics and racism in Hollywood.

“How come it’s only unemployed people that tell you to quit something?” Rock asked the audience. He then also questioned why a boycott was called for this particular Oscars, “I’m sure there were no black nominees for some of those years. Say ’62 – ’63, and black people did not protest. Why? Because we had real things to protest at the time.”

Two of the most outspoken critics of the Oscars this year were Jada Pinkett Smith and her husband Will Smith. The actress released a video announcing she would not be attending the awards show. Rock had words for Ms. Smith.

“Jada said she’s not coming, protesting. Don’t she have a TV show?” said Rock. “Jada boycotting the Oscars is like me boycotting Rihanna’s panties. I wasn’t invited.”

Rock also took aim at police brutality and sexism during his monologue. However, some of his most biting jokes were aimed at racism in Hollywood.

“Is it burning cross racist? No. Is it fetch me some lemonade racist? Nah. It’s a different type of racist,” stated Rock. He continued, “Is Hollywood racist? You damn right Hollywood’s racist. It ain’t like the racist you’ve grown accustomed to. Hollywood is sorority racist. It’s like, ‘We like you Rhonda, but you’re not a Kappa.”

[ALSO READ: O’Shea Jackson Jr. Talks Lack Of Diversity At The Oscars & Not Boycotting The Awards Show (VIDEO)]

Watch Chris Rock’s Oscars 2016 opening monologue below.

Juicy J Teases New Song Featuring Travi$ Scott

By: Vance Brinkley Updated Category: Music
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It’s been a while since Juicy J has released some official music. The co-founder of Three 6 Mafia has taken a backseat these past couple of years to help produce work with A$AP Rocky or Wiz Khalifa. However, the rapper has finally premiered some new music. According to HYPETRAK, Juicy J teased a new song featuring Travi$ Scott during his performance in Los Angeles. As of now, the titled for the song is “No English.”

Check out the clip of the song below.

 

Killer Mike Scolds Hillary Clinton And Praises Bernie Sanders Over Black Issues

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Over the weekend, Killer Mike offered a fiery, yet loving speech. The fire was for Hillary Clinton and the love was for Bernie Sanders. He compared and contrasted how each of them dealt with protesters at rallies or fund raising events.

Gore Elohim “Goretorium” (Video)

By: shad2487 Updated Category: MOBILE
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This recently released underground Hip-Hop cut is generating quite a buzz.  For as much as politics seemingly interfered with Non Phixion getting a shot with the majors, it thankfully never stopped its members from releasing solo material that really resonated with rap purists.  So without further ado, check out Gore Elohim’s  (formerly known as Goretex) latest visual, “Goretorium.”

Watch A Video Featuring Kanye West Rapping At Age 12

By: Vance Brinkley Updated Category: News
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(AllHipHop News) Yesterday, a YouTube profile under the name Manolli James posted a very rare video of Kanye West. The video featured the rap star, at the young age of 12, rapping in front of a camera. According to the video’s description, the video was originally recorded by Donda West, Kanye’s mother, and includes a set of lyrics that Ye spits:

Wassup in the back?
And it’s time to select
But my (name’s) Kanye
And I’ll start my rhymes with the finish
I’ll diminish other MC’s on the Top 10, I bump them
Hey yo my man he know (hot beats?) Kanye
I’m def’ and Im fresh and I’m on the rec
Nothin’ less could come from West!

The recording looks like the exact same clip that was used in the video for Kanye’s first hit single “Through The Wire.”

A$AP Rocky Explains New Zealand Elevator Incident

By: Vance Brinkley Updated Category: News
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(AllHipHop News) Earlier this week, A$AP Rocky was reportedly attacked by a group of bystanders in an elevator after his performance in New Zealand. Sources claimed that Rocky was with a group of women at the time, and had taken the alleged suspects’ hits in order to protect the ladies during the ordeal. Although he supposedly took hits, the rapper posted a photo of himself in good shape. 

Recently, A$AP Rocky talked to Associated Press about the attack through his perspective. According to the rapper, the incident was a “fist exchange” between him, the alleged suspects, and Rocky’s security crew (who was also in the elevator that night). Although the brief altercation happened, the rapper claims that no one has pressed any charges.

You Need To Stream Rome Fortune’s New Album “Jerome Raheed Fortune” Right Now

By: Vance Brinkley Updated Category: Music
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Ever since the rapper dropped his project Beautiful Pimp back in 2013, Rome Fortune has been making a name for himself through unique sounds and deep verses. Last year, Fortune signed a deal with Fools Gold – a record company known for signing diverse acts like Danny Brown, Kid Cudi, and Lil B – solidifying his career through a well known indie label. Earlier this week, Fortune finally released his debut album Jerome Raheed Fortune, and made it available for all fans.

Fortune also managed to release through Spotify for available streaming. Check it out below:

Alabama Basketball Coach Jams To Young Thug With Players

By: Vance Brinkley Updated Category: Videos
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The SEC rivalry between the Alabama and the Auburn has been identified as one of the most fiercest rivalries in college sports. Whether the schools are competing on a football field or a basketball court, the main goal is to win for bragging rights until the next time the two clashes in the near future. Last night, the Crimson Tide’s basketball team came out victorious against Auburn 65-67. Following their win, the team was recorded in the locker rooming turning up to Young Thug’s radio hit “Best Friend,” and the head coach, Avery Johnson, showed up to celebrate as well.

Let’s hope we can actually see Thugga show up to a basketball game if they win an SEC title or a national, just like how Michigan State’s football team brought Rich Homie Quan to their Rose Bowl victory a couple years back.

Young Thug Opens Up About Not Being Invited To The Grammys

By: Vance Brinkley Updated Category: News
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(AllHipHop News) Earlier this week, TI and Young Thug appeared on DJ Drama’s show The Streetz Is Watchin on Shade 45, and discuss a broad range of topics, from Tip’s newly signed deal to the updates on the highly coveted sequel to the movie, ATL. One of the things that showed up in the on-air discussion was Thugga’s absence at this year’s Grammys award ceremony. Tuesday, Kanye West tweeted about how Young Thug and Future needed to receive some love from the Grammy committee. When the two tweets were brought up in the discussion, and Thugga was asked if he was invited to the Grammys, the young Atlanta rapper had some words.

Although Young Thug wasn’t at this year’s Grammys, expect him to possibly be in attendance at next year’s ceremony. Toe rings and Flintstone dress included.

 

Straight Outta Compton Could Have Won An Oscar If They Did This…

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“Straight Outta Compton” was celebrated and beloved by most, but when it came down to the awards, the flick came up short. Well, had the script writers and creators taken a different route, they could have given the story of NWA a better chance.

For your consideration: He wasn’t afraid to take a chance, and became the most important figure in hip hop history. Two-time Golden Globe winner Paul Giamatti (“Sideways”) stars in “Straight Out of Compton,” a biopic about hip-hop pioneer and N.W.A creator Jerry Heller, a courageous man who risked it all and sparked a music revolution.

Turk Seeks Fans Help To Relieve $5 Million Debt

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(AllHipHop News) Turk is on the hook for $5 million debt and now hopes the public can help him out.

“Today I come to you for help because I am in a 5 million dollar debt and it’s getting hard trying to pay it off on top of everything else. There is no secret stash. This isn’t a conspiracy theory. This is what happens when a man faces his actions, does his time and returns home to live free,” Turk said. “The debt to society has been paid. The restitution has been paid. Now you want to go for broke and take from a man what he doesn’t have.”

Turk was incarcerated in 2004 until 2012, when he was released for a gun-related infraction. While he has paid his restitution for his crimes, he still must pay other debts to the tune of $5 million.

www.gofundme.com/hotboyturkisinnoce

Waka Flocka Raps In A capella in “Wakapella”

By: Vance Brinkley Updated Category: Music
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Although the rapper has had a history of having more bangers than lyrical talent earlier in his career, Waka Flocka has been proving people that he can actually rap. Recently, the Atlanta rapper released a new track on his Soundcloud, called “Wakapella.” Instead of adding a hard beat to fill in for his lyrics, Waka completely goes off the rift without one, showcasing mainly his bars and background ad-libs.

Check out “Wakapella” below.

New York Mayor Renames Bronx Street To ‘Hip Hop Boulevard’

By: Vance Brinkley Updated Category: News
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(AllHipHop News) Earlier this week, the birthplace of Hip Hop was officially honored by the mayor of New York City, Bill De Blasio. According to HYPETRAK, De Blasio passed a law that changed several names of streets in NYC, including the original place where DJ Kool Herc first invented the popular genre, 1520 Sedgwick Avenue in the Bronx borough, in 1973. The street’s named was renamed “Hip Hop Boulevard” in honor of birth of what is now one of the most prolific music genres in the world. Herc, his sister, and Afrika Baambataa were all at the event to show love.

Mayor De Blasio also managed to diss the West Coast indirectly for during the official renaming, stating:

“If you have friends on the west coast, remember to tell them it all started here, okay?”

Kanye West Announces Title To Upcoming Album

By: Mike DeBlasio Updated Category: Music News
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A few days back Kanye West announced via Twitter, he plans on releasing another album later this year in the Summer time.

Now Kanye is back to Twitter again, this time to reveal the name of the upcoming LP, which for now is set as “Turbo Grafx 16.”  For those not familiar with Turbo Grafx-16, it’s a gaming system that was released back in the early 90’s.

Ye’ tweeted it was his favorite game console when he was a kid and wants to take things back to his “nerd days.”

We’re not sure if this title will stick, as we all know Kanye went through numerous title changes with his last album. Switching between Good Ass Job to So Help Me God to Swish to Waves and finally The Life Of Pablo. 

Check out Yeezy’s tweets below:

https://twitter.com/kanyewest/status/702566224304152576?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw

https://twitter.com/kanyewest/status/703446573552967680?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw

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