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Lil Cali Ft. Kevin Gates – “Suppose To Shine” (VIDEO)

By: Scooby Wilson (@mcscoobins)Category: VideosAugust 24, 2015

Here is the inspirational video for “Suppose To Shine” from Louisiana rap vet Lil Cali, joined by Kevin Gates crooning a memorably melodic hook. The song is currently available on iTunes, and will appear on Lil Cali’s upcoming album RealLuminati.

Rawyals Release “Dis My Sh*t” Single Featuring Wale

By: Scooby Wilson (@mcscoobins)Category: MusicAugust 24, 2015

Exactly a month and a day marks the release for Rawyals’ debut album Our Queendom, releasing on September 25th. Their debut single “King Me” featuring Fetty Wap is steadily rising up the Urban radio charts sitting in the Top 50. Today we receive another major glimpse into the Rawyals trio, with a single titled “Dis My S###”.

Featuring Maybach Music Group’s Wale, “Dis My S###” is a tale of significant others knowing that they are perfect for each other no matter what else may be going on. This sexually charged song is a perfect anthem for anyone that wants the world to know when they have someone that they want to claim.

Rawyals will be embarking on the Scream Nation Tour: Back 2 School this September. This is a day prior to the release of Asia, Bel and Ariel’s debut album Our Queendom. This album will feature Wale, Fetty Wap, Troy Ave and Remy Ma. These ladies welcome you the Rawyal Family! Pre-order Our Queendom now on iTunes!

Watch Lil George’s “Live Life” Video Co-Starring Model Yaya Valerio

By: Scooby Wilson (@mcscoobins)Category: VideosAugust 24, 2015

Lil George lets model Yaya Valerio know that age ain’t nothin’ but a number in his new “Live Life” video, directed by Jeff Reyes. This song will appear on Lil George’s upcoming mixtape #Failed2Realize via BMB Entertainment, hosted by DJ Envy.

Tyga – “F## Wat They Talkin Bout” (MIXTAPE)

By: Scooby Wilson (@mcscoobins)Category: MusicAugust 24, 2015

Tyga releases new mixtape “F## Wat They Talkin Bout” with 15 new tracks and one feature from rapper A.E.

Listen below.

Black COAL Ft. Lia Eliza – “Unwind”

By: Scooby Wilson (@mcscoobins)Category: MusicAugust 24, 2015

Maryland trio Black COAL returns with a soulful summer time joint titled Unwind. Serving as their 2nd release of the summer, Unwind is a semi-cover of Notorious B.I.G.’s classic first single Juicy. The group plans to drop the follow up to their 2014 free album “THR-O-NE” sometime this fall.

Reggae Legend Junior Reid Releases “Love You Back” Video

By: Scooby Wilson (@mcscoobins)Category: VideosAugust 24, 2015

Reggae legend /dance hall superstar, veteran roots singer and producer Junior Reid has just released his new music video for his single “Love You Back” from his coming album”The Living Legend,” which will be available on iTunes August 25th. “Love You Back,” a feel good reggae/pop record with a visual music video that will capture the attention of many and awaken the hearts of lovers across the globe.

Illa J – “Never Left”

By: Scooby Wilson (@mcscoobins)Category: MusicAugust 24, 2015

Illa J’s upcoming self-titled album will be released on October 2nd, via NYC imprint, Bastard Jazz. The entire album is produced by Canadian production duo Potatohead People which developed organically from a mutual respect for each other’s craft when Illa J relocated to Montreal.

Today, check out the track “Never Left” which discusses Illa J’s thoughts on his older brother’s legacy since his untimely passing. It’s a family affair for Illa J, who shows genuine respect who honor his legacy without any outside motives, but also addresses those who have taken advantage of Dilla’s legacy for personal gain.

Richie Wess & Yung Dred – “Lonely” (VIDEO)

By: Scooby Wilson (@mcscoobins)Category: VideosAugust 24, 2015

Richie Wess & Yung Dred team up with rising director Dontell Antonio for the fourth visual “Lonely” off their most recent mixtape My Brother and Me.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S8GX0U3YIiE

Drake And Serena Williams Were Seen Kissing (PHOTOS)

By: Tanay Hudson (@NYStateOfMind2)Category: NewsAugust 24, 2015

Drake may have a new bae.

The 6 God and tennis champion Serena Williams were seen smooching at a Cincinnati restaurant over the weekend (Aug.23), according to TMZ. The two were seen having dinner at the Sotto restaurant after Williams won the WTA Tournament. While they were rportedly joined by six others, they quite cozy in each other’s arms.

Method Man Drops “Straight Gutta” Video Featuring Redman, Hanz On & Streetlife

By: Scooby Wilson (@mcscoobins)Category: VideosAugust 24, 2015

Fresh off the release of his critically acclaimed album, The Meth Lab, Method Man unveils the official music video for his single “Straight Gutta”. Redman, Hanz On and Streetlife join Wu-Tang Clan’s breakout member in the gritty music video shot on the streets of Staten Island.

Clay James – Hennessy And Apple Juice

By: Jake CratesCategory: MusicAugust 24, 2015

Clay James presents us with his full-length Hennessy And Apple Juice EP. This comes with features from Young Dro & Big Gipp. Stroud from Hustle Gang is the executive producer and gives Clay great sounds to display his Southern roots. The Savannah native displays player rhymes with crafty wordplay. The Southern Playa movement is in full effect as Clay James adds some heat to the summer.

A Sitcom Based On John Legend And Chrissy Teigen Is Coming To ABC

By: Tanay Hudson (@NYStateOfMind2)Category: NewsAugust 24, 2015

A show based on John Legend and Chrissy Teigen’s relationship is coming to a major network. Black-ish creator Kenya Barris has confirmed with Buzzfeed that she is working on a pilot for ABC based on the married couple.

“It’s inspired by them—they’re both super creative and super effusive and I’m just fans of them and everything they stand for,” Barris said. “I’m really excited about it.”

The working title for the show is Ordinary People, the same as his Grammy-winning 2004 hit. Barris said she feels that “that song serves a thematic background for the show.”

Ordinary People will follow an interracial couple and will show “those two worlds colliding and coming together — their issues and their obstacles that [happen inside] their personal relationship.”

Eazy-E’s Son Says He Always Knew His Father Was “Killed”

By: ClassicOneCategory: RumorsAugust 24, 2015

Photo via Al Pereira Michael Ochs Archives/ Getty Images

Eazy-E’s son is another person to speak out about alleged truth’s that have been left out from Eazy’s storyline around the release of ‘Straight Outta Compton.’ Yung Eazy claims he always knew that his father was killed, as his death never quite added up to what people said. Yung Eazy points out the fact that in the film Eazy-E didn’t get sick until after the studio incident with Suge Knight. He also posted the video of Suge Knight openly admitting to Jimmy Kimmel that people were getting injected instead shot as the new way of punishing people or seeking revenge. He also said,

“Let’s not touch the topic on Ice Cube naming his album ‘Lethal Injection….. F*ck Suge Knight.”

It seems like more and more details are coming out everyday. What are your thoughts?

TunK Ft. Madchild – “Black Bugatti”

By: Jake CratesCategory: MusicAugust 24, 2015

Up and coming Jacksonville rapper TunK comes through today with his new single “Black Bugatti” featuring Madchild. The song will live on his upcoming album “FleX”. Produced by Alex Horton of Illytronic.

‘Straight Outta Compton’ Has Another Big Week At The Box Office

By: Tanay Hudson (@NYStateOfMind2)Category: NewsAugust 24, 2015

The N.W.A biopic Straight Outta Compton leads box office sales for a second week in a row. The movie grossed $26.8 million in North American box offices, giving it the number 1 spot for the second week in a row, ABC reports.

Compton hit theaters on Aug. 14th and grossed $60.2 its opening weekend. The film has now brought in a total of $111.5 million in sales.

The newer movies that were looking to have big box office sales couldn’t compete. Sinister 2 came in at no. 3 raking in $10.6 million. Hitman: Agent 47 landed at the no. 4 spot with $8.2 million in sales. Action comedy American Ultra took the no. 6 spot grossing $5.5

Drake Was Caught Making Out With Serena Williams

By: ClassicOneCategory: RumorsAugust 24, 2015

Photo via Drake’s Instagram

Drake gets it in! We guess Drake attending all of those tennis matches worked. TMZ has several pictures of Drake and Serena Williams making out at a restaurant. Those also dining claim the two couldn’t keep their hands off of each other. Drake gets around! We ain’t mad. LOL.

ILoveMakonnen Announces Details For Album Release

By: Tanay Hudson (@NYStateOfMind2)Category: Music NewsAugust 24, 2015

ILoveMakonnen is ready to have the charts going up with the release of his first album.

During his 35-minute set at Billboard Hot 100 Fest (Aug.23), the OVO Sound rep announced that his album will drop in October, reports. He didn’t reveal the date. The L.A based artist also debuted two new tracks while on stage, but didn’t provide the titles.

Up close for Makonnen at #Hot100Fest

A video posted by Chris Payne (@cpayneonaplane) on Aug 23, 2015 at 5:27pm PDT

The “Tuesday” rapper’s last project was self-titled EP that was released in December 2014.

Azealia Banks Accuses Black Media Of Damaging Her Brand The Most

By: ClassicOneCategory: RumorsAugust 24, 2015

Photo via Azealia’s Instagram

Oh Azealia! Azealia Banks always has a lot to say. Lately, she seems to be upset with black media outlets. She accuses black media outlets of doing the most damage to her brand. It seems like Banks does the damage to her brand, black media reports it. Banks begs black media to stop covering her also because she doesn’t fall in line with self righteous black Christian social beliefs. Azealia where is the music?!?!? The good thing is she says that her new tour dates will be posted soon.

Rick Ross Sued For Not Promoting Super Bowl Party

By: Tanay Hudson (@NYStateOfMind2)Category: NewsAugust 24, 2015

After being hauled off to jail twice already this year, Rick Ross is now facing a lawsuit.

According to TMZ, Rozay was paid $55,000 by the company Conexts to promote a Super Bowl party at the Scottsdale Mall Ampitheater in Scottsdale, AZ back in February. Conexts wanted Rick to promote the party via his social media accounts daily during the weeks leading up to the party and he would receive another $55,000 the day of. Instead, the MMG general only posted the flyer on his Instagram account one time.

The party ended up being cancelled a few days before and Conexts had to issue refunds. Now they are suing Ross for the $55,000 they gave him upfront plus

Suge Knight Is Still Upset Over His Portrayal In ‘Straight Outta Compton’

By: ClassicOneCategory: RumorsAugust 24, 2015

Photo by David Buchan Getty Images

It looks like Suge Knight is still unhappy with his portrayal in ‘Straight Outta Compton.’ Him and his lawyer are claiming that Knight was completely “misportrayed.” Knight’s lawyer says that Suge isn’t a bad guy, and that he’s actually brilliant. Suge and his lawyer are really trying to convince people that the movie is pure entertainment, and he was portrayed as a bad guy because those associated with the making of the film felt they could make more money portraying him this way. Now Suge you know all of these stories about Suge the “bad guy” over the years weren’t fabricated. Do you think Suge was portrayed wrong in the film?