King Bo of Bo & Blade fame drops his “NY BlackOut” freestyle over the classic Jay-Z joint. With songs featuring Uncle Murda, Fred the Godson, King Bo has a heavyweight sound. When teamed up with tag team rapper Russ Blade the duo Bo & Blade is reminicent of groups like MOP, The LOX and other New York kingpins. Def worth a listen.
Meet Young Crazy, a Virginia native that has a sound that virally knocks in the streets & adds to the diverse flavor the culture that is used to coming out of the great state. Crazy, who is head honcho of Crazy Camp, was recently seen in the studio with hometown super-producer, Timbaland, which raised a few eyebrows as to what the young 21-year-old Norfolk innate is up to. His break out single, Get Dumb which reached over 50,000+ viewers, set the pace for the capacity’s Young Crazy & his movement could reach in 2013 & spread his music viral through Virginia.
Today, Young Crazy returns yet again to shake up his city & extend his music to the masses with his latest Participate. Crazy shows off his flashy lifestyle & “tweaks up” in the Qua Beats directed video. Check out the video, & his previous offering Painter Clique produced by DP here.
Phenomenal vocalist Deborah Cox is back with a new album that will be released this summer. She reminded listeners why they fell in love with her when she lended her vocals to I Will Always Love You: The Whitney Houston Story (a Lifetime biopic). A second reminder has come with her new single “More Than I Knew,” The Thadeius Dixon produced ballad has Cox singing about love that has been lost. Her forthcoming sixth album, Work of Art is due out Aug. 15, via her own Deco Recording Group/Primary Wave BMG. She will also be playing the role of Josephine Baker in the Broadway-bound musical Josephine.
Check out Deborah’s new single below:
It’s no secret that this is a site for up to date news and music from some of the biggest urban artist on Earth. But every now and then, we at AllHipHop like take a few steps back from the mainstream to throw a spotlight on some of the yet to be discovered, up-and-comers on the scene. Since most artist don’t get to start at the top, AHH keeps one ear to the streets to bring you some of the hungry talent on the verge of success. With his Straight Out Of Brooklyn mixtape in the streets and records with the likes of Maino and Uncle Murda that in mind, MrMecc sat down to get to know BK native Tweezie.
Well……new Young Thug album? a day early release on iTunes? sweet. not surprised.
Purchase “Barter 6” (New Zealand only for now) on iTunes. Spotify stream below.
Hip Hop Motivations Kenyatta talks to Dame Dash about how P Diddy copied many of his ventures over the years, Revolt University partnering up with Poppington University, and his disgust for how Charlemagne and DJ Envy are still talking about him on New York’s Power 105.
Columbus, Ohio singer/songwriter T.Wong is preparing to release his upcoming album, Journey next month. To introduce listeners to the project, today T.Wong releases the lead/title single “Journey”.
T.Wong’s style of soulful gospel is rapidly building the musician a solid fanbase in the city of Columbus and beyond. “Journey” is an ode to life experiences and an acknowledgement of the ways in which we grow and learn from them. A testimony we can all relate to.
Manolo Rose drops off his new single “Super Flexin”, from his upcoming “Concrete Rose EP” dropping June 2.
Scott “DJ Skee” Keeney is a modern-day renaissance man. The 31-year-old California resident’s life began in New York City, but Skee has expanded his brand to reach every corner of the globe. He went from hawking mixtapes as a teenager to hosting his own Sirius XM Radio show. The award-winning disc jockey eventually invaded the television market with AXS TV’s SKEE Live.
Skee is back on the small screen once again. This time the experienced interviewer has a series on Fuse called SKEE TV. The project was created in conjunction with The Los Angeles Film School.
LAFS and Skee are allowing the institution’s graduates to get firsthand, on-the-job experience during the production of the program. Each episode is filmed live at the Ivar Theatre on the school’s Hollywood campus with current students given access to watch the weekly taping.
The premiere episode of SKEE TV aired on April 9. Ohio rapper Machine Gun Kelly was the featured guest for the initial show, and viewers can expect other top stars to stop by the one hour program in the coming weeks.
Even with his new culture-based series on Fuse, Skee is still continuing his take over of the digital space with the internet platform Dash Radio and his popular YouTube channel.
His business portfolio also includes performing around the world, coordinating marketing campaigns for major corporations, producing tracks for artists and video games, and writing for ESPN. Add in his philanthropic work, and it is easy to wonder how Keeney finds time to even rest his eyes.
How did the partnership with The Los Angeles Film School come together?
A mutual friend saw the bigger opportunity to build a huge media company and built in empowerment platform with a landmark marque studio in the center of Hollywood. We had already built a solid multi-media company with TV production studios, radio network and have garnered a credible voice within the exact demo of the students at The Los Angeles Film & Recording Schools. Sunset and Vine/Ivar is the perfect intersection. We just locked in our deal with Fuse for SKEE TV, and it just makes sense.
What other initiatives will be included in the partnership?
Building a storefront Dash Radio studio in the lobby. Creating innovative entertainment/entrepreneur programs. Creating hundreds of hours of original content which means more jobs and real world experience for students. More branded opportunities for Fortune 500 companies to take advantage of.
With so many entertainment platforms available, why did you decide to team with Fuse?
We have a history from working on The Collective – a show we helped produced with Fuse last year. They have such a great team and vision behind how they are building the network. They gave us a chance to create the definitive music show on cable, and we ran with it. They have been such amazing partners.
What role do the students play in the production of the show?
Almost a third of our production crew that we hired for our first show were alumni of the school. We will be creating many more jobs throughout the season. This show will be a first of its kind. Not only in terms of how it will be the definitive voice of culture and a springboard for artists and influencers into the mainstream, but also as a vehicle springboard for graduates of The Los Angeles Film School to break into Hollywood and TV production in the most current way available because of the show’s popularity and its digital crossover.
Can you describe the format of Skee TV?
The intersection of music, sports, and culture for today’s multicultural Millennials. Weekly live music performances and interviews in front of a live audience. With several original pre-taped segments baked in.
Can you discuss any future guests that will be appearing on the show?
We just had MGK, Action Bronson, O.T. Genasis, Steve Aoki, Mark Ronson, Wiz Khalifa, Future, Phantogram, and Matt and Kim.
How have you managed to balance creating the TV show, working with Dash Radio, doing music, and contributing to your other business ventures?
Simply put, I have an amazing team.
Ultimately, what do you hope viewers take away from watching SKEE TV?
We want every episode to have a little something for everyone, especially music fans of all genres. A weekly dose of what’s hot in music, sports, fashion, and tech.
SKEE TV airs Thursdays at 10:30 pm (ET/PT) on Fuse.
Follow DJ Skee @djskee on Twitter and Instagram @djskee.
Watch Machine Gun Kelly’s interview from SKEE TV below.
Watch ASAP Rocky about to get into fight while in London. Someone threw something at his car and he confronts them.
A man in Melbourne, Florida, allegedly high on Flakka (a synthetic drug), is accused of attacking a police officer and repeatedly declaring himself to be God, after having sex with a tree.
Photo Credit: Maya Washington
The Essence Festival, now among the largest consumer live events in the nation hosting more than 550,000 annually, is thrilled to announce the all-star, night-by-night lineup of performers from July 2-5 in New Orleans, LA. The A-list nighttime concerts featuring more than 40 acts will take place across five stages in the Superdome throughout the weekend—on the Festival’s renowned Mainstage and within the intimate Superlounges. Nephew Tommy from “The Steve Harvey Morning Show” will return as the Mainstage host, with special DJ appearances by Doug E. Fresh, and more surprise guest performances. In addition, special tribute moments will occur throughout the weekend in recognition of the 10th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina. Single day tickets go on sale today and are priced starting at $50 per person per night. For more information about ticket sales, accommodations and the latest news about the Essence Festival, visit ESSENCE Festival www.essencefestival.com,
The 2015 ESSENCE FESTIVAL night-by-night musical lineup is as follows:
Thursday, July 2nd – WHAT NOW? TOUR featuring Kevin Hart. Other Mainstage Performances by: Trey Songz and Lecrae.
Friday, July 3rd – Mainstage: Charlie Wilson, India.Arie, Kem, plus a soon-to-be announced return of New Orleans’ finest. Superlounges: Adrian Marcel, Avery*Sunshine, Doug E. Fresh, Goapele, Kelly Price, Kindred The Family Soul, Luenell, Nico & Vinz and Slick Rick.
Saturday, July 4th – Mainstage: Usher, Missy Elliott, Erykah Badu, Common, Beenie Man & The Zagga Zow Band.Superlounges: Bilal, Elle Varner, Esperanza Spalding Presents: Emily’s D+Evolution, Kool Moe Dee, Mali Music, Mystikal, Raheem DeVaughn, Sevyn Streeter, Tank and The Bangas and Tonya Boyd-Cannon.
Sunday, July 5th – Mainstage: Kendrick Lamar, Mary J. Blige, Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue, Floetry.Superlounges: Andra Day, Dee-1, Dumpstaphunk, Eric Roberson, Jeff Bradshaw, Lianne La Havas, Mase, Robert Glasper, SZA, Teedra Moses and Tweet.
This boxing KO will leave you speechless..SMH
(AllHipHop News) The new streaming service Tidal promised to provide exclusive content only available to users of the platform. Rihanna did it with her video for “American Oxygen.” Beyoncé did it with her video for “Die With You.” And now Jay Z has done it with his video for “Glory.”
The visuals for the Blue Ivy Carter inspired tune were captured during the rehearsal sessions for Jay’s 2-night performance at Carnegie Hall. Proceeds from the 2012 benefit shows in New York City were donated to the Shawn Carter Foundation.
The Tidal video for “Glory” includes the live orchestral rehearsal version of the song. The original Neptunes-produced track was released in January 2012 just two days after the birth of Jay Z and Beyoncé’s daughter.
Blue Ivy’s voice appeared on the track, and the newborn was credited as a guest feature. “Glory” debuted at number 74 on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart which made Blue Ivy the youngest person to ever have a song chart on Billboard.
To download the Tidal app visit iTunes or Google Play.
The Putnam City teacher at the center of a sexting scandal with a 14-year-old student was charged with one count of Soliciting Sex from a Minor and Possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance.The charges against Whitney Fetters, who taught Spanish at Hefner Middle School, came down on Wednesday.
According to court documents, the two began texting while the boy was a 12-year-old student in her class. Investigators say that by the time the boy went on to high school the text messages became sexual in nature. Fetters is accused of exchanging at least 20 nude photos and videos of themselves performing sex acts and Snap Chats.
Investigators also said Fetters invited the teen to stay the night with her and engage in sexual intercourse, but authorities were made aware of the situation before that happened.
Photo via Nir Barkat’s Twitter
Well not everyone is a fan of Kim Kardashian! Kim Kardashian and Kanye West recently joined the Mayor of Jerusalem for a toast. When the Mayor, Nir Barkat, tweeted the picture he included both Kim K and Ye. However when the same image was posted in the newspaper they cropped Kim K out, claiming they had to censor Kim as she was a pornographic symbol. Dang!
New compilation from Treacherous Records “Mint Room 2” dropping May 12th
Everyone remembers the golden age of Hip-Hop when diversity and classic albums seemed to fall from the sky. But while legends were being made in the world of MC’s, their R&B counterparts enjoyed a Hip-Hop infused rebirth with the likes of Mary J. Blige, Jodeci and a Def Jam signed crooner named Case.
Photo via Empire’s Instagram
According to TMZ, a friend of the Jackson family is suing Terrence Howard, Lee Daniels, “Empire” and others, claiming the hit show is a carbon copy of his film about his life as a “gangster, pimp and drug dealer.”
Ron Newt, who describes himself as a “known ghetto player” claims he met with Terrence at the Four Seasons hotel a while back and they discussed Ron’s documentary, “Bigger than Big.” Ron says Terrence connected to it, and said he wanted to play him in the film. When “Empire” debuted to huge ratings, Ron claimed the similarities are more than suspicious.
– “Empire” … 4 drug dealers killed. “Bigger than Big” script: 4 drug dealers were killed.
– “Empire” … Lucious shot his long-time friend. BTB: Prince shoots his friend.
– “Empire” has a round table. BTB: Round table!
– “Empire” … Cookie goes to jail for drugs. BTB: China Doll goes to jail for drugs.
– “Empire” … Cookie is released from prison. BTB: China Doll released from the big house.
– “Empire” … Cookie with hat. BTB: China Doll with hat.
Well it seems like Newt wants billions for this “Empire” lawsuit!
(AllHipHop News) Philadelphia 76ers great Allen Iverson is often credited as being one of the first basketball players to overtly incorporate Hip Hop culture into the NBA. The former league MVP, 4-time scoring champion, and 11-time All-Star brought a flair to the professional game reminiscent of the most prominent Hip Hop stars.
The man known as “The Answer” took over the 76ers’ Twitter account to participate for the #AskTheAnswer Q&A with fans. One Sixers follower asked Iverson to name his top 5 rappers dead or alive. Instead of keeping it to just five, the Hampton, Virginia native gave his top ten.
Read Allen Iverson’s tweets below.
I'm taking over @Sixers Twitter page tomorrow night during our last home game. Get your questions ready! #AskTheAnswer
— Allen Iverson (@alleniverson) April 15, 2015
Let's do it. #AskTheAnswer. pic.twitter.com/MM080HVU12
— Philadelphia 76ers (@Sixers) April 15, 2015
who's your top five dead or alive rappers #AskTheAnswer
— cburna (@mccashin_conor) April 15, 2015
I'll give you ten. BIG, Jay Z, TI, Jadakiss, Redman, Wayne, Jeezy, Rick Ross, 50, and The Game. #AskTheAnswer https://t.co/RnzCF6Q6oC
— Philadelphia 76ers (@Sixers) April 15, 2015
Check out highlights from the full Allen Iverson #AskTheAnswer Q&A here.