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Ciara has recently opened up about her competition in the industry, or according to her the lack of. When asked why she wasn’t as much of a household name as Beyonce or Rihanna, Ciara told The Guardian that she doesn’t see them as competition because she’s had just as many big hits as they have. She also says she doesn’t see them as being above her; she’s in her own world. Do you agree?
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Tyrese has never been shy about letting the world know how he feels, so it’s no surprise that he told us who he’s crushing on. Tyrese is crushing hard on Janelle Monae. The two singers performed at Steve Wonder’s surprise 65th birthday party, and it was during this moment he realized that Janelle might be the one. He said,
“I’m a sucker for a naturally beautiful, God fearing woman who’s smart and authentic…. I was reminded of a feeling that I’ve had before a few times….what can I help you with, what insight of information can I give to help you further your goal and life’s intentions.”
Wow! Do you think they would make a cute couple?!
A bullfighter is in serious condition after being gored in the neck at the Feria de San Isidro bullfighting festival in Madrid, Spain. If he survives he may want to look into retirement, because it’s the second year in a row he’s been gored.
https://youtu.be/zRvMUKhAVGg
(AllHipHop News) Hip Hop superstar Kanye West serves as the inspiration for two new items based on his work. Graphic designer Zak Tebbal has re-created Ye’s single “Bound 2” as a children’s book titled Bound 2Gether. The online tale features the story of Kanye searching for a missing baby chicken named Kim. Kanye’s wife Kim Kardashian famously appeared in the music video for “Bound 2” from the Yeezus album.
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Fans awaiting the arrival of Mr. West’s next solo LP (tentatively titled SWISH) can countdown the days until the album hits stores via the animated calendar on whatyeisit.com. The project was created by Portland artists Nick Stokes and Eric Swanson. Starting Monday, May 18th the site will present a new Kanye-esque video for each day of the week.
(AllHipHop News) Snoop Dogg is a serious sports fan, and the California native has always repped hard for his Los Angeles Lakers. It was a down season for the franchise, while the other L.A. team is still competing for a championship. Has Snoop switched his allegiance to ride with the Clippers? The Bush album creator spoke about both teams during a game of “Puff or Pass” with Power 106.
“I got a lot of friends on [The Clippers] that I really got love for. And I learned how to love my friends regardless what team they play for,” Snoop admitted. “And the Lakers sucked so bad this year.”
Snoop has not completely abandoned his favorite team just yet. The West Coast rapper told The Cruz Show hosts he attended a Clippers game purposely wearing a purple suit, the Lakers color. But Snoop also supports Chris Paul and company because they represent L.A. and because of the turmoil the team went through last year over then owner Donald Sterling’s racially insensitive comments.
Watch Snoop Dogg’s interview below.
(AllHipHop News) Female rapper Khia has gotten more press in the last two weeks then she has gotten in the last ten years. First she had Beyoncé’s “Bey Hive” buzzing when she suggested the “Drunk In Love” singer was inspired by her style. Khia then became mainstream news fodder when video footage of pop star Miley Cyrus covering her raunchy 2002 hit “My Neck, My Back (Lick It)” went viral.
TMZ caught up with Khia to get her thoughts on Miley’s rendition of the single from the Tampa native’s debut album Thug Misses. The website reports:
Khia tells us she thought Miley’s version was bomb because she’s “probably the only white girl on the planet that can twerk and talk about getting her p*ssy licked that it’s acceptable and it be true like my song.”
Will the former Disney star and the self-described Gangstress collaborate on music in the future? Khia hopes so. She wants M.C. on her new track “Yum Yum Sauce.” Khia previously remixed Miley’s Top 5 song “We Can’t Stop.”
(AllHipHop News) According to multiple reports, “The King Of Blues” B.B. King died in his sleep yesterday (May 14). The legendary guitarist was 89 years old.
King is best known for his songs “3 O’Clock Blues,” “You Know I Love You,” “Every Day I Have The Blues,” “Sweet Little Angel,” and others. He was inducted into the Blues Hall of Fame in 1980 and the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1987.
King has several connections to Hip Hop. He appeared on Big K.R.I.T.’s “Praying Man” off 2012’s Live from the Underground album. The Mississippi born entertainer’s music has also been sampled by numerous rap stars including Kendrick Lamar, 50 Cent, Big Daddy Kane, RZA, Kool G Rap, Ghostface Killah, Action Bronson, and many more.
Watch the Associated Press report about B.B. King’s death and a performance by the iconic musician below.
(AllHipHop News) Hip Hop group Bone Thugs-N-Harmony have made songs with Eazy-E, The Notorious B.I.G., 2Pac, Mariah Carey, The Game, and others. But there is one performer that is still on their bucket list of collaborators – Lil Wayne. The Cleveland representatives revealed they want to work with Wayne during an interview with BET.
“We have to give a big shout out to Lil Wayne. He’s killing’ it right now. I listen to him so much and every time we turn around he’s figuring out a way to flip Bone Thugs in his poetry,” said Flesh.
“On that note, Lil Wayne, we’re waiting, n*gga let’s get in the studio. Let’s do it n*gga. We f*ck with you,” added Wish.
The crew was also asked about the forthcoming N.W.A movie Straight Outta Compton which will feature their mentor Eazy-E. The Bone members expressed different opinions about how the late rapper will be represented in the film.
“I don’t think you should ever have a drama movie with actors playing you. I think you should always do a documentary because it sustains the brand and then you don’t have people acting like you that can’t really capture who you are because actors can’t capture who you are,” said Krayzie. “And in Hollywood they’re always gonna bump it up, so a documentary about your life is always gonna be more potent than a f*ckin’ movie.”
“In my opinion any visual that can keep up the legacy that started this real hip hop sh*t is a good thing, ’cause the kids of today need to know where this sh*t really started,” stated Wish.
(AllHipHop News) The “will they” or “won’t they” talk about the potential battle between Drake and Murda Mook has been ongoing for months. The news broke last August when Mook posted pictures of Drake supposedly issuing the challenge. Since that time Mook has called out Drizzy at the BET Hip Hop Awards and in a verse over the “6 God” beat. Mook even claimed he wanted $15 million to set-up the match.
The two met face-to-face again at King Of The Dot’s “Blackout 5” event where an impromptu battle almost broke out. At URL’s recent “Nome 5” showcase, Drake was asked in front of Mook again about the highly anticipated face-off.
“You gotta beat [Tsu] Surf first before you come see me,” Drake told Mook about possibly battling in the future.
URL host Smack then asked the OVO boss if he would finally take on Mook if the Dot Mobb leader defeats Surf at the upcoming “Summer Madness 5” event. Drake replied, “We can negotiate. We can talk about it.”
“I feel like we go can right now though,” responded Mook. “I will murder this n*gga if he ever wants to get on this stage. He knows that.”
Watch Drake and Murda Mook speak on their possible battle below.
After successfully releasing the album’s title track and video, Columbus, Ohio singer/songwriter today premieres the album. Purchase “Journey” now on iTunes.
Watch T.Wong’s visual for title track “Journey” below also:
Wiz drops a visual to his song “The Play” produced by Harry Fraud. Wiz talks about how he got to where he did and really examines how he and his team got to where they are today. This is dope song for any true Taylor! Pay attention at the captain gives y’all the play!
Have you ever gave your dealer a fake $100? Have you ever wrapped your Prius around a tree? Leather Corduroys team up with Vic Mensa on this track and contemplate these very things. The track allows both Kami and Joey Purp combine for a nice combo on “Have U Eva” thats full of energy.
Ohio rap vet Baby Bugsy hits the scene with his latest video “Sleepin On Me”.
3SIXTY5/We Now Entertainment’s artist Ferrari Tanna drops the highly anticipated video for his single “Knock Em Off” featuring New York native O.V.O.G & ATL’s Rich Jit. The 51 Designz x Gee-Lock directed video helps capture the 30 Roc produced energetic, hard pounding, club banger sound, which Ferrari Tanna attacks effortlessly, and puts the world on notice why he needs “commas on commas thats’s meaningful”. HIT EM IN THE HEAD AND KNOCK EM OFF!!
The follow-up to 2013’s The Psychic World of Walter Reed, Killah Priest’s new album, Planet Of The Gods, will be released on June 15th and it will feature 20-new tracks that is totally void of guest appearances and includes production from Jordan River Banks, Black Marvel and Ciph Parker.
Today, Priest lets go of “Alien Stars” and proceeds to go into full “Godcore” mode.
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Allegedly Kanye West and Kim Kardashian are expecting their second child. According to OK! Magazine after shelling out $230,000 for IVF treatments, Kim Kardashian is finally knocked up with baby #2. With this rumor swirling it has also been said that KimYe are trying to be hush-hush about the news right now.
An inside source told the magazine:
“She’s pregnant. I’ve heard that she’s passed the 12-week point, but that she and Kanye aren’t going to confirm it for at least a few more weeks. She’s really nervous about jinxing it, with everything they’ve been through.”
“To say that he’s happy that she’s carrying a boy is an understatement. One of each is perfect for them. Chances are, having gone through so much to conceive this baby, it will be their last…they aren’t really talking about what’s next. All they can do right now is make sure that this baby is being taken care of.”
Kimmy has been pushing this struggle pregnancy storyline hard on the show, so maybe it’s true.
New Jersey based newcomer RetroI$Awesome, brings forth a fiery and energetic visual for his latest single “$tunt”. The roaring bass and lyrical chants throughout this record makes it one for the books of turn up, as the flows throughout have already been compared to the likes of Young Thug by The Source Magazine.
RetroI$Awesome is a familiar face to the NJ music scene, as Jersey seems to be a hot spot for music recently after the offerings of Fetty Wap, Mike Zombie, and Dougie F (just to name a few). With the visual release of this summer anthem, RetroI$Awesome is ready to carve out his own niche.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WVfpq-DQnPM
In a recent interview on Shade 45 Jenna Shea shed light on the Tyga/Kylie Jenner situation and why she feels it’s no big deal. She also says Tyga gave her an infection having sex.
Following release of his VIBE liberated debut single “Head Honcho” off his self-titled EP, which dropped early January, Virginia native Mi$tro is back in the official visual for the hard hitting track. Directed by Joe Moore, the video serves as an well constructed infomercial to living your life as a boss. Watch the brand new small screen contribution from the ICHOR Music Group recording artist above and be sure to pick up Mi$tro EP on iTunes today!
MTV’s Rob Markman sat down with OVO artist PARTYNEXTDOOR. The young singer/songwriter talked about his work with Drake and how he gets into the process of recording. From engineering his own work so he doesn’t have to wait for an engineer to do anything.