It’s been a few years since Frank Ocean dropped his last album channel ORANGE. The R&B singer did leave a post on his Tumblr page about a project called Boys Don’t Cry, but all we know for sure so far is Frank is releasing a magazine with that name.
Now comes another mysterious message from the Odd Future member. Frank’s verified SoundCloud page features a new playlist called “states”. The strange thing is – there’s no music in the playlist. That’s right, it’s EMPTY.
Is Frank trying to tell the world he’s on the verge of dropping another musical project? Was it just a mistake? We’ll have to wait and see.
(AllHipHop News) First Rich Homie Quan, now Young Thug? Earlier this year, RHQ revealed he is no longer associated with Rich Gang. In a recent interview with NDO Radio, Thugger revealed he is not officially connected with Birdman’s Rich Gang Management either.
When asked if he was signed to Rich Gang, Thug replied, “Nah, I manage myself. Nobody brung me here, so nobody can take me there. I manage myself. I’m signed with Atlantic… And it’s only Atlantic.”
The “Lifestyle” collaborator was not clear about his reported label situations with 300 Entertainment and Gucci Mane’s 1017 Brick Squad Records. Thug did mention he is still under his own imprint YSL.
While Thug does not have paperwork with Birdman’s faction, his issues with Young Money’s Lil Wayne may not be over. The Atlanta performer revealed he plans to drop another project. The title of the collection is tentatively scheduled to be Carter 5.
“I’m gonna drop one more mixtape before my album. The album is called Hy!£UN35 (HiTunes),” said Thug. “I’m gonna drop one more mixtape. I’ll probably name it Carter V, because the original Carter V still ain’t came out. I don’t know what the f*ck they’re doing – slow poking. So I’m gonna put that motherf*cker out for him.”
Wayne has been fighting with his label, Birdman’s Cash Money Records, to get his next album Tha Carter V released. Thug’s attempt to name his last mixtape Carter 6 led to a feud with Wayne. He eventually changed the name to Barter 6.
(AllHipHop News) Freddie Gibbs is looking to give back to his hometown. The Indiana born emcee launched a new crowdfunding campaign on GoFundMe to raise money for School Supply Giveaway of Gary. The non-profit organization helps provide school supplies such as backpacks, notebooks, pens, pencils, and hand sanitizer to local students.
I have started this GoFund to assist SSGA (School Supply Giveaway of Gary) in raising funds for necessary school supplies for the students in my hometown of Gary, Indiana. Growing up in Gary there was little opportunity for a kid like me to make something of myself. Not having the basic supplies that every other kid in any other city had left a lot of us with little motivation to do well in school and turned a lot of us to darker paths. By helping these students aquire [sic] the basic supplies every student needs and deserves you will be maximizing their chances at a brighter future.
The “Built For This” rhymer is looking to raise $3000. At the moment, 64 people have donated a total of $1,785. All of the proceeds go to SSGA. To donate visit www.gofundme.com.
(AllHipHop News) Family and friends of Lionel “Chinx” Pickens gathered at The Greater Allen A.M.E. Zion Church in Queens to say their goodbyes to the 31-year-old rapper. Chinx was laid to rest last night (May 26).
According to Revolt, the funeral services were attended by fellow rap figures French Montana, Vado, Maino, DJ Clue, and others. Chinx’s cousin Norman Seabrook spoke at the services.
“His son comes up to me, Nugget, and I pick him up, and he says ‘Is that a God box?’ And I said, ‘It’s a God box.’ And he looked at me and tears began to roll down my face,” relayed Seabrook. “And he said to me ‘When is he going to wake up to come home?’ And I said, ‘He’s sleeping right now, you’ll see him again.’ And he said, ‘When?’ And I said, ‘I don’t know when. But he’s up in God’s house living.'”
Seabrook is also head of the Correctional Services for New York City. He took the opportunity to address violence in the community, urging the youth to turn away from killing each other.
“I’m always speaking about gun violence,” Seabrook added. “I’m always talking about how kids are killing each other. How they’re shooting each other. How one person is dead and another person goes to prison. They’re dead too. We have to do better than this. We must do better than this.”
Chinx was killed on May 17 during a drive-by shooting on Queens Boulevard. Police are still investigating. As of press time, no arrests have been made.
(AllHipHop News) Converse Rubber Tracks is now providing emerging artists 18 years and older the opportunity to record at 12 landmark studios with world-renowned producers and sound engineers. The free program launched by Converse, Inc is opening the doors to iconic international recording spaces equipped with industry-leading technology.
Locations include Stankonia in Atlanta, Georgia, Tuff Gong in Kingston, Jamaica, Abbey Road Studios in London, England, Converse Rubber Tracks studio in Brooklyn, New York, and the upcoming Converse Rubber Tracks studio in Boston, Massachusetts. In total, musicians can win access to a studio in eight different countries on four continents.
Applicants must take part in an online submission process which requires them to rank their top three studio preferences. Artists are also encouraged to enter a brief biography or description via a video or written application. The artists chosen to participate will be taken to one of the studios of their choice in September with most travel accommodations arranged and select expenses covered by Converse.
“Since we opened our first permanent Converse Rubber Tracks studio in Brooklyn four years ago, we’ve had aspirations to elevate this program even further, hoping to extend this opportunity to artists across the globe,” states Jed Lewis, Converse Global Music Marketing Director. “With this new Converse Rubber Tracks program, we will unlock the doors to some of the greatest recording studios in music history and we’re ecstatic to offer this extraordinary experience to emerging artists worldwide. As a brand so deeply rooted in the next generation of creative spirits, we’re eager to make history while inspiring creativity and self-expression among music communities worldwide.”
Registration for the Converse Rubber Tracks program runs through Wednesday, June 24. Chosen artists will be notified in early July. For more information visit www.converse-music.com.
Watch “Converse Rubber Tracks : 12 Iconic Recording Studios. 12 Sets of Keys” video and check out photos of the legendary studios in the gallery below.
Reading, PA’s very own Curious G wowed listeners for the first time after he teamed up with PBS Newhour to create a visually-stunning hometown anthem that quickly found its way onto TV-screens in Villa stores around the country… Now Curious G is back with a new visual for the title track to his upcoming first official EP titled “Endurance”. Totally switching up the vibe from his heartfelt song “Reading PA”, “Endurance” is a more rugged display of G’s technical lyrical abilities and Midwestern-inspired “chopper flow”. Western PA production company Roar and Gills shot and directed the video in Reading and North Jersey native Black Chalk produced the hard-hitting instrumental. “Endurance” is an 11-track EP set to release on June 10th, 2015 via Wide Mind Music and will be available on all major digital distribution platforms.
Kevin Gates releases new surprise EP titled “Murder For Hire”, hosted by DJ Holiday. The EP contains 7 new records and a lonesome feature from OG Boobie Black. Stream “Murder For Hire” below.
After patiently waiting for a week we finally have Young Buck and DJ Whoo Kid’s 10 Bricks mixtape. This project is the third in a lineage of 10 being released by Buck in 2015; already released are Before The Beast and 10 Bullets. Both releases came with acclaimed reviews Fans, whom feel as if Buck is as hungrier than ever. Eager to reclaim the crown atop the Hip-Hop Industry, Buck has consistently proven himself.
10 Bricks is featureless, and contains eleven singles. Everyone has been begging for this tape for over a week now, and Young Buck and 50 wanted to forgive the fans for the wait after being pushed back. Doing so they’ve given away “Get Low” on track 12 as a bonus track, for free download! Stay tuned as 2015 will be a major year for everyone in the G-Unit camp!
TIME Management & Entertainment is thrilled toannounce the release of Lauren Declasse’s video “Martha’s Vineyard”.
Lauren Declasse is 18 year old artist from Brooklyn, NY. He writes, records and engineers his own music in the comfort of his apartment. Today he is releasing “Martha’s Vineyard” to the world. “Martha’sVineyard” is a “KIDS” esque short film about a three way love affair. Things start off innocent but take a turn for the worst. It is a true conversation piece.
“Martha’s Vineyard” also features TIME Management’s Marlo Vintage and is from Lauren’s upcoming project “Paramour Club” set to drop Fall 15’.
Wiht one of the hottest songs in country right now Chedda Da Connect drops his new mixtape ‘Chedda World.’ While the rapper has had previous releases, this is undoubtably the most important and biggest one of his career. Listen below and find out what Chedda has to offer beyond “Flick of da Wrist.”
Growing up in Los Angeles, California King Shway always wanted to be different, so when Norwegian producer Fred Hardy suggested that the young LA emcee move to Norway so they record together King Shway was immediately for the idea.
“I wanted to be one of the first rappers to take advantage of getting the buzz out in Europe. They turn up at the show too, I wanted to have America poppin and Europe poppin. I was trappin in LA, I got my money up and then flew to Europe and then linked up with Fred Hardy.
This dual video “Big Daddy Kane / Earth” serves as a nice introduction to get to know these two up and coming talents. Fans get the opportunity to see King Shway on two tracks, while also experiencing the versatility to Fred Hardy’s production on different beats.
Rapper Joey Badass explains the importance of crystals on his life — and schooled Billboard on their meaning. While shopping with Billboard, Joey Badass talked about his love of crystals, why they are important and how they have influenced his life.
Colorado’s own Jahni Denver releases his newest single “Let It Breathe,” produced by DJ Pumba, off his forthcoming project Higher Levels. Repping Snow the Product’s Woke movement to the fullest, Higher Levels is set for release on May 27, right before Jahni Denver jumps on tour with Dizzy Wright, DJ Hoppa, and Demrick for The Growing Process Tour. In addition to this tour with Dizzy, Jahni Denver is jumping on tour with Snow on The Rest Comes Later tour later this summer as well. Get familiar.
Friends and family gathered inside the Allen AME Cathedral in Queens to bid farewell to Chinx. His mentor, French Montana, was in attendance as was Juelz Santana. #RIPChinx.
Right in time for the NBA Playoffs, Future drops the visuals for his song “Lay Up.” The song has a laid back vibe to it as Future boasts about show money and the like in his auto-tuned voice.
After snagging a win over the Golden State Warriors and due to recent floods, Houston has been making headlines. Killa Kyleon continues the trend by delivering Day 16 of his #30Days30Deaths freestyle series. Today the Houston emcee presents “From Time” from Drake’s Nothing Was The Same album.
