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Kendrick Lamar has revealed when his anticipated album will drop. The Compton rapper revealed that the date of release will be March 23.
Kendrick made the revelation on his Twitter account. He also seemingly gave indication that the art would be a mere black box. No title was listed.
Pre-orders are already in motion.
The only song listed is “The Blacker The Berry,” the incendiary track with pro-Black overtones.
On Friday, February 27, during a cold night in the windy city, DJ Premier and Royce Da 5’9” took the stage as the duo PRhyme in
front of a capacity crowd and delivered Hip-Hop in its purest form: two turntables and a microphone. After a set which was as outstanding as their eponymous debut album, they sat down with AllHipHop.com for an interview. Check it out below!
Da Mafia 6ix releases official video for “Dat Ain’t In Ya” featuring La Chat and Fiend from DM6’s new album “Watch What U Wish”, now available on iTunes and BestBuy.com, Google Play & exclusive apparel packages available here.
ASCAP recently held a listening session for singer RéLxuise’ at Coze ATL! Ré performed her original EP cuts which include the recently released “Shakespeare”, “Natural Disaster” and “Give Me Love”; with an additional two bonus tracks that the crowd fell in love with. The night was described as an intimate gathering experience to pay recognition to an artist who will be known as one of the most vocally enthralling and dynamic singers of her generation; far ahead of her time in music and creativity. In attendance was Reynell “Tango” Hay (President of Compound Entertainment, Home of Ne-Yo), ASCAP Executives Joncier Rienecker & Jennifer Goicoechea and many more.
Singer/Songwriter Re’Lxuise is being introduced to the mainstream music market through a three-tracked visual EP series titled “Lxuise”. The reflective mellow-harmonied project features lead single “Shakespeare”; an ode to Re’s significant love in which she compares her infatuation to the romantically poetic era of the star crossed lovers 1564 novel. RéLxuise is a Detroit raised, Atlanta dwelling vocal phenom! Her voice is defined as sultry and soulful infused with a twist of modern R&B essence that captivates your ears at first listen. Re’ wants to bring back music that makes you feel again. “People want to feel, they want to understand it, they want to relate to it. I want my music to stand for feeling and mostly, the feeling of love,” says RéLxuise.
3 guys from Linden Houses in East New York, Brooklyn who collectively were the 1st Rap group signed to a major label out of Los Angeles, and 7A3 and Dr. Freeze are coming full circle with their current release Pandemonium. Sean B., Bret B and Dr. Freeze, having inspired the motivation of groups like BBD, Cypress Hill, Color Me Badd, & Funkdoobiest, have carved a path in front of and behind the mic with a catalogue that includes BBD’s – “Poison”, Cypress Hills “Hand On The Pump”, Color Me Badd “I wanna sex you up”, Michael Jackson’s “Break of Dawn”, and countless others. The ensemble is back after returning from a European tour they have decided to have some fun for old times’ sake and do a song for the next European tour. This is their 1st release “Pandemonium” is striking just that on the international scene. . Check for yourself and experience the “Pandemonium”.
Prominent Atlanta based DJ and hip hop tastemaker DJ Funky lets go of his latest star studded single. “Hustla” sees Funky recruit the talents of Troy Ave, Problem, Young Buck and T’Melle for a new get rich anthem. Production handled by Deraj.
The singing sensation that is V Bozeman drops a stunning new video for her hit single “Black And Blue” produced by music legend Timbaland and written by Jim Beanz. With a reoccurring role on FOX’s record-breaking show “Empire”, alongside Terrence Howard and Taraji P. Henson, the talented and captivating singer continues her dominating reign as one of Timbaland’s newest artists signed to his thriving Mosley Music Group.
Miami’s mixtape king, DJ EFN, recently released his debut album, Another Time and today he returns with “Role Model”.
Stream DJ EFN’s new album Another Time on Spotify below. Purchase on iTunes here.
T2 (The Ghetto Hippie) is kicking the month off with a bang, enlisting Z-Ro “The Mo City Don” himself for new heat titled “Hustletown”, featuring production from Jon Z Productions and Dusty Rodez. Keep your eyes open for his upcoming project, A South West Side Story, set to be released this Spring.
Maino was accused of sexual assault and all but found guilty in the public’s collective eye. That notion has changed and the rapper was exonerated today.
Mellanie Monro accused the Brooklyn representative but now she has admitted to lying.
“Violence against women is an important issue in today’s society,” said Nicole Manini, Esq. of the Blanch Law Firm to hiphopwired.com. “As a female attorney, I find it completely offensive to actual victims of domestic violence and assault that Ms. Hennigan (aka Mellanie Monroe) would make these allegations against our client knowing that they were not true. False allegations of abuse and assault diminish the severity of such crimes real victims face and increase the fear that they will not be believed should they come forward against their assailants.”
The charges against Maino and co-defendant Richard Holt have been dropped.
Hennigan was seen on cellphone using the N-word towards the men and then they sprayed her with champagne.
Miami artist Swift Slay hooks up with We The Best Music Group artist Nino Brown, together they work on this dope collaborative project. Both artists display different styles and great energy on this mixtape. Notable records are “Motivation,” “Got It Going On” and “Drop It”Like It’s Hot.” Check it Out.
Tim Westwood brings us Kanye West’s performance in London, England where he brings out Raekwon. Kanye West performs Jesus Walks and brings out Raekwon to perfom “C.R.E.A.M. during the show. What will Yeezy do next?
With Justin Bieber’s roast just weeks away, we take a behind the scenes look at “The Biebs” roast with Jeff Ross. Ross is seen tatooing Beiber as the whole set looks to enjoy the overall roasting of Justin. Whether its a PR look or just for fun you have to admit this will be interesting. It can’t all we planned, some of the roast will have to be unplanned. The Roast of Justin Bieber premieres March 30 at 10/9c. #BieberRoast.
Mississippi rapper and producer, Big K.R.I.T., sits down with DJ Smallz, fresh off his “Cadillactica” tour and shares what he learned from it and what he hates about touring the most, having done 10 of them now in his career.
Bay Area rapper 40 Keys has been on AllHipHop a few times making noise with a few of his songs linke “In Too Deep” and “My Life”. Check out the clean visuals here below and let us know what you think below!
Just in time for his 28th birthday (March 1), Leigh Bush released a four-track project entitled “Series 3187.”
I like It, I love It – “It’s a very sensual record. We’re in a era where we can be direct and bold, and I appreciate the bluntness of the record. It’s definitely in your face.”
Put It Down – “I’ve always had an appreciation for records that showcase passion and vulnerability. Reminiscent of the classic R.Kelly and the early “The Dream” reign. It’s necessary.”
Got Damn – “It’s my personal favorite. I’ve been conflicted with what I want and what my lover wants. Timing is everything and I feel like it’s so honest and transparent that the consumers can’t help but respect it. Career vs. love sometimes causes an unexplainable disconnect. Closure isn’t always found yet the effort must be initiated.”
Too Late – “As men we feel as though we have a lifetime to fulfill the needs and desires of a woman. Failing to realize that every woman has a breaking point. There’s a such thing as “Too Late.” And once too much time has passed it becomes difficult to reconcile the hurt and pain I once caused.”
Take a listen to the project below:
Our own Celebrity Host & DJ, DJ Hustle is on the turntables giving you the Hustle Nation 9 Music Mix. DJ Hustle is blending and mixing the hottest new music in hip hop on AllHipHop.com. Listen to DJ Hustle as he is slapping the hits from the streets. Weekly mixes will be posted for your weekly enjoyment. Let DJ Hustle know what you want the hear on Twitter or Instagram. We take music to the next level!
Rapper Maino, had been accused of assault by p###-star, Melanie Monroe. This morning, Maino called Sway in the Morning while on his way to the courthouse to clarify the situation. Take a listen below as Maino explains why the case is no longer valid and what really went down in that car! Maino also cleared the air about those Blacc Chyna rumors. Maino did say that for the first time he is 1000 % innocent. Take a listen to the interview below.
Charlotte rapper Frais releases his new single #ShootFirst featuring fellow North Carolinian Deniro Farrar, produced by D.K.A.D. & Ryan Ryu Alexy. Check out Frais’ last project ‘Emerald Bay’ which was highlighted by The Fader. He will also be performing at The Smoker’s Club show at Terminal 5 on 4/19 along with Joey Bada$$ and Pro Era, Domo Genesis, Lil Herb, and more. Stream “Shoot First” below.
Atlanta’s entertainment elite were called together by Def Jam’s own Kadife Sylvester Tuesday night in support of Ludacris‘ upcoming 8th album Ludaversal set to release on March 31st.
Lead by his longtime manager Chaka Zulu, Luda previewed new music featuring Usher as well as Big K.R.I.T (who was in attendance as well) with production by Mike Will, Mel & Mus and Da Internz for the likes of Drama, Cannon, Sense, Infamous, Two Nine and a swarm of media and music industry professionals
Luda promises his fans “this album is me beasting the f*ck out” and ensures you’ll be able to enjoy the new project from beginning to end. Ludaversal leads off with it’s first single, “Call Ya Bluff” which you can preview here and let us know what you think!
Watch the full recap below and stay tuned for more.
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