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Kanye West Picks Vic Mensa, Tink, Fetty Wap & Holt To Model Adidas Collection (PHOTOS)

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: Lifestyle
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Hip Hop artist and fashion designer Kanye West selected several rising stars to serve as models for his debut Adidas Originals collection – YEEZY Season 1. Fellow Chicago natives Vic Mensa, Tink, and Holt are featured rocking Ye’s clothes in CR Fashion Book‘s first ever men’s issue.

“It’s not Hollywood,” explains Mensa about Chitown. “You don’t grow up seeing movie stars hopping out of limos. We draw from different influences.”

Along with the three Chicagoans, New Jersey’s Fetty Wap was tapped for the publication as well. The 24-year-old entertainer burst onto the national scene with his smash hit “Trap Queen.”

“I just want people to know me, to know who Fetty Wap is,” he said. “I’m not trying to send a message—just my sound, my vision, my art.”

Purchase CR Fashion Book Issue 7 with a free copy of CR Men’s Book here.

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Check out photos of Vic Mensa, Tink, Fetty Wap, and Holt from CR Men’s Book in the gallery below (photo credit: Sloan Laurits).

PHOTOS: Instagram

Allen Hirsch Improves The Way You Use Your Phone With The New HANDL Case

By: Scooby Wilson (@mcscoobins) Updated Category: Videos
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It’s time rethink the way we hold and interact with our cell phones. Invented due to a less than ergonomical way to currently hold your phone, HANDL allows you two use just t########## to hold your phone, in any direction, while removing all tension from your hand. The tab you use with t########## on the back side of the case is also removable, allowing it to double as a kickstand. Watch the visual above to get familiar with the design and head here if you’d like to support the HANDL by Hirsch.

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Little Simz Releases ‘Age 101: Drop Everything’ BitTorrent Bundle With Exclusive Content (DOWNLOAD)

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: Music News
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British performer Little Simz is the latest artist to drop new content via BitTorrent Bundles. The exclusive DROP package includes all four of Simz’s AGE 101: DROP mixtapes as well as videos and artwork. Fans will also be able to watch the music video for “Top Down” for the first time.

Little Simz’s debut album A Curious Tale of Trials + Persons is scheduled for release on September 18th.

[ALSO READ: Watsky Releases “Live From The Regency Ballroom” BitTorrent Bundle]

Check out the contents of Little Simz’s Age 101: Drop Everything! BitTorrent Bundle and download the bundle below.

Instant Download:
1 Little Simz: DROP 1 Mixtape [Audio]
2 Little Simz: ‘Top Down’ ft. Kent James [Video]
3 Little Simz Photo Set [Art]
4 Pre-Order A Curious Tale of Trials + Persons [Link]

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5 Little Simz: DROP 2 Mixtape [Audio]
6 Little Simz: DROP 3 Mixtape [Audio]
7 Little Simz: DROP 4 Mixtape
8 Little Simz: ‘The Square’ [Video]
9 Little Simz: ‘Intervention’ [Video]
10 Little Simz: ‘Guess Who’ ft. Josh Arce, Chick20, & Tilla [Video]

 

PHOTO: Lil Simz’s Instagram

Charles Gates – “Walls”

By: Scooby Wilson (@mcscoobins) Updated Category: Music
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Coming from Miami, Florida with a fresh new sound is Charles Gates. Building up anticipation for his new album “Written” he gives you his new record “Walls”. The record was also produced by Gates himself showcasing his overall talents. Listen below!

Donald Trump Addresses Kanye West Announcing He’s Running For President (VIDEO)

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: News
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(AllHipHop News) Presidential candidate Donald Trump has not officially locked down the Republican nomination for 2016, but the billionaire is already commenting on a potential face-off for the White House in 2020. Trump spoke with Rolling Stone about rap superstar Kanye West’s announcement he is running for president in four years.

[ALSO READ: Kanye West’s VMAs Speech Sparks #KanyeWestForPresident Memes (VIDEO/PICS)]

“I was actually watching, I saw him, and I said, ‘That’s very interesting. I wonder who gave him that idea?'” stated Trump. “He’s actually a different kind of a person than people think. He’s a nice guy. I hope to run against him someday.”

The Barack Obama administration also commented on West claiming he is planning to sit in the Oval Office in the future. The President’s press secretary Josh Earnest said he looks “forward to seeing what slogan [West] chooses to embroider on his campaign hat.”

[ALSO READ: The White House Responds To Kanye West Announcing He’s Running For President]

Watch Donald Trump’s interview below.

 PHOTO: Instagram

Wilson Charles- “Ohh Baby”

By: Rea Davis @IamReaDavis Updated Category: Music
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Born in Haiti and raised in Boston, Wilson Charles is an aspiring singer and Hip-Hop artist. Beginning to record songs around 2011, Wilson slowly diversified his sound while focusing in on his musical messages to the community. The goal of his music is to create conversation within the community, and his purpose includes promoting self-expression, bettering self-perception, allowing children and impoverished communities to find success through hard work and dedication, and creating equality in the community by empowering women to empower themselves and realize their self-worth.

With his new single, “Ohh Baby,” Wilson Charles give us a smooth track that deals with his separation from a past flame. A slow groove with hard hitting 808s and hi-hats, Wilson reflects about the consequences of his past mistakes honestly and regretfully. A believer of fairness and equality, Wilson creates imperfections in his songs on purpose to represent the imperfections in humanity; his aim is to let others know that it is okay to be imperfect and the importance of acknowledging the truth instead of hiding behind lies. Currently, Wilson is in the process of releasing several singles with a debut project to follow. Check out his new single “Ohh Baby” below!

Connect with Wilson Charles!

Twitter: https://twitter.com/wilson_charless
IG: https://instagram.com/wilson_charless/
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/wilson-charles-10/

Jay Rush Jennings – “Music”

By: Scooby Wilson (@mcscoobins) Updated Category: Music
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Toledo’s native son Jay Rush Jennings releases the radio friendly smash “Music”. The smoothed out melodic tune showcases Jay’s soulful voice as he serenades one special lady. The single, which is available to stream via Spotify and Apple Music, will appear on his untitled studio album that is schedule to be released in 2016.

Curtiss King – “Give It 2 Me”

By: Scooby Wilson (@mcscoobins) Updated Category: Music
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Inland Empire, California independent artist & producer Curtiss King releases the 1st single “Give It 2 Me” off his forthcoming album “Raging Waters” dropping 9.29.15. Produced by Atlanta, GA native I-75 Beats (T-Pain, Juicy J, Dizzy Wright), “Give It 2 Me” is a whimsical walk through the charismatic, lady adoring, forever nostalgic mind of Curtiss King, that samples Da Brat’s 90’s classic “Give It 2 Ya“.

Actor Marcc Rose Says 2Pac Biopic Was Headed In The Direction Of The Aaliyah Biopic (VIDEO)

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: News
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(AllHipHop News) Marcc Rose took on the task of portraying one of the most iconic figures in Hip Hop history. The 23-year-old actor was tapped by director F. Gary Gray to play Tupac Shakur in the N.W.A biopic Straight Outta Compton, and Rose has also been working with John Singleton on a movie about Pac’s life.

[ALSO READ: ‘Straight Outta Compton’ Sequel ‘Dogg Pound 4 Life’ Reportedly In The Works]

“It got put on hold. There were too many hands in the pot. Honestly, they were trying to push it in the direction of the Aaliyah biopic,” Rose told Ebro In The Morning. “No diss to the Aaliyah biopic, but they didn’t have the rights. The music wasn’t in there. We’re just trying to make sure [the 2Pac biopic] is done right. At that moment it wasn’t. It was put on pause.”

The Lifetime produced Aaliyah: The Princess of R&B was universally panned by professional critics, fans, and associates of the late R&B singer. With Pac’s legacy being so heavily protected by his supporters, a similar outcome for a movie about the “Holla If Ya Hear Me” emcee would be devastating to his fan base.

Rose seems to understand the potential blow-back from creating a poorly received image of 2Pac. He was asked about feeling any pressure from acting as the legend in Straight Outta Compton.

“It was a lot of pressure to me, because of who Pac was. This is my first film. So I said if I’m coming out the gate, I got to make sure this is done right,” expressed Rose. “I got to make sure how I portray him is realistic. I don’t want it to be a character of Pac. I want his fans to be able to see him in me.”

[ALSO READ: Actor Who Played Tupac In N.W.A Biopic Is Working With John Singleton For Tupac Biopic]

Watch Marcc Rose’s interview below.

PHOTO: John Singleton’s Instagram

B. Justice Ft. Ray Rizzy – “Dirty Mouth”

By: Scooby Wilson (@mcscoobins) Updated Category: Videos
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Rapper B. Justice is making quite the statement with his new single and video for “Dirty Mouth”. The video, shot by Philly Fly Boy, is part comedy and all hip-hop. Channeling his Milwaukee roots, B. Justice laces the seemingly vulgar track with a comedic flow that will have you quickly singing along.

Though he is fairly new to the general public, B. Justice is a hustler who has self-financed his career starting with his first LP “Law and Order” and now to his follow ups “Scholar Life I” and “Scholar Life II.” Mixing creativity with intelligence is his trademark and gives his songs more meaning than what just scrapes the surface.

Michel’le Claims Suge Knight’s Boogeyman Persona Was Real

By: ClassicOne Updated Category: Rumors
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Michel’le has been pretty open about the details of her past relationships with Dr. Dre and Suge Knight. In a recent interview with VLAD TV she explains that Suge Knight’s “boogeyman” persona is completely real. We don’t know why Suge Knight is still trying to convince people in 2015 that he is a good guy.

Two-9 – “Rolling” Ft. Jace, LightskinMac11 & Ceej [P###. By Curtis Williams]

By: Jake Crates Updated Category: Videos
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If you haven’t heard already, on the 29th of every month Two-9 is planning on releasing a new project. So basically at the end of every month we can expect a new dose of Two-9 music, and we can’t be mad at that over here. We’ve been following this ATL collective for about three years after they performed at one of our AllHipHop SXSW showcases. Def take note of these cats, especially Curtis Williams who is responsible for producing this intoxicating bass and snare heavy track.

Big Sean Talks Kanye West’s VMA Speech & Presidential Announcement (AUDIO)

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: News
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(AllHipHop News) Big Sean was in the crowd at the 2016 MTV Video Music Awards when his mentor Kanye West gave his epic acceptance speech. The 11-minute address made headlines when Ye announced he was running for President of the United States in 2020.

[ALSO READ: The White House Responds To Kanye West Announcing He’s Running For President]

Power 105’s Angie Martinez spoke to Sean on her radio show, and she asked the Detroit rhymer about his boss’ highly publicized moment at the VMAs.

“He’s a special dude. That guy – he just speaks from the heart. You gotta love it,” said Sean.

But will the Dark Sky Paradise creator support Kanye’s run for the White House?

“Hell yeah,” he answered. “Of course.”

Sunday’s VMAs were a big night for Big Sean as well. He took home his first Moonman for “Best Video With A Social Message.” The honor was awarded for the song “One Man Can Change The World” featuring Kanye and John Legend.

[ALSO READ: Big Sean Will Be Designing Socks For Sock Company, Stance]

PHOTO: Big Sean’s Instagram

Justin Bieber and Questlove Drum-Off

By: Jake Crates Updated Category: Videos
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Everyone knows that Questlove is a world renowned drummer and DJ, but what about the Beibs? Rumor has that Justin is a great drummer after performing on all his YouTube videos that helped him make it to the big time. Lets see what happens with Justin and Questlove square off. This should be good!

50 Cent Believes Drake Is Making Light Skinned Guys Cool Again

By: ClassicOne Updated Category: Rumors
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Photo via 50 Cent’s Instagram

As you know 50 Cent is the King of petty and Drake is the Prince. 50 Cent is always on Instagram starting social media beef, promoting a brand, and showing love to his youngest son only. Recently he posted on his Instagram page a picture of his son with a caption that said,

“Hey my dad said it’s okay that I’m light skinned because Drake’s making light skinned ni66as cool again.”

SMH This guy LOL! Hey, are light skinned guys winning this year?

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Jidenna, Kendrick Lamar, Travis Scott, Future, Vince Staples & More Included On ‘NBA LIVE 16’ Spotify Playlist

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: News
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(AllHipHop News) EA SPORTS launched the official 2016 edition of its NBA LIVE Spotify profile. This year’s soundtrack was once again curated by MICK, and the list features mainstream rap stars and buzzing Hip Hop talent.

[ALSO READ: EXCLUSIVE: MICK Talks Curating “NBA Live 15” Soundtrack Featuring Jeezy, Bishop Nehru, Flatbush Zombies & More]

“Every year, we try to top the soundtrack from the previous year, and this year’s lineup is great,” says MICK. “We touch all regions, all sounds, and all aspects of dope new music in this game. From eclectic trap icons like Travis Scott, Young Thug, and Future to soulful and smooth emcees like Oddisee, Illa J and Phony Ppl; from lyricists like Fashawn, Shirt, King Los and Vince Staples to classic melodies by Jidenna and Jamie xx. And of course, we have some legends on the soundtrack as well: Kendrick Lamar, Large Professor and Busta Rhymes. I’m really pleased with the track list we put together this year.”

The NBA LIVE 16 in-game soundtrack will debut new tracks from Kill The Noise & Madsonik, Your Old Droog, OverDoz., R. City, and Shirt. The full soundtrack list will be available on the free Live 16 demo debuting on PlayStation Network and Xbox Live on September 15 as well as the full game on September 29.

[ALSO READ: EXCLUSIVE: EA Sports Developer Ryan Santos & MICK Discuss ‘LIVE Pro-Am’ Modes For ‘NBA LIVE 16’]

Check out the NBA LIVe 16 Spotify playlist below.

NBA Live Spotify

Too Short Talks New Book, Explains Why He Ran From Police

By: Jake Crates Updated Category: Videos
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Too Short talks about the time when he ran away from police and ended up spending some time in jail. While in jail Too Short said he wrote a book with his spare time and says that the book goes along with his upcoming album. Check it out below:

Hpnotiq Announces ‘Since 2001’ Marketing Campaign With Cam’ron, Va$htie & Naturel

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: News
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(AllHipHop News) Hpnotiq Liqueur has announced its undergoing a makeover with the new 360-degree campaign #SINCE2001. This fall, the brand is enlisting rapper Cam’ron, DJ/entrepreneur Va$htie Kola, artist Naturel, and rapper/artist Yung Jake for Hpnotiq’s “Class of 2001.”

“With a new visual identity and the roster of brand ambassadors we’ve curated, there’s no doubt that Hpnotiq is poised to introduce new consumers to the original flavor and signature color that didn’t just define culture, but created its very own,” says Brittany Capito, Senior Brand Manager, Hpnotiq Liqueur. “At the same time, those who remember Hpnotiq from the early 2000s will appreciate the tongue-in-cheek sentiment of the campaign.”

Naturel redesigned the Hpnotiq brand’s visual identity by incorporating his signature pop-art-influenced style. The Art Deco-inspired graphic cues launched on Hpnotiq’s social channels.

Watch a #Since2001 behind-the-scenes video featuring Naturel below.

PHOTO: Hpnotiq

Dej Loaf Loves Those Strippers

By: ClassicOne Updated Category: Rumors
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Photo via DejLoafMusic.com

Dej Loaf sure loves those strippers and weed brownies. A young lady by the name of Karisma said she hoped today would be her last day stripping, and Def Loaf said she needed a dance before Karisma leaves the game. Dej claims to be straight, but it seems like she may have a thing for girls too.

Dej Loaf Twitter