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T.I. Addresses Criticism Directed At Iggy Azalea Over Cancellation Of Her “Great Escape” Tour (VIDEO)

(AllHipHop News) Atlanta rapper T.I. has been very protective of his Hustle Gang affiliate Iggy Azalea. Whenever the “Fancy” performer had to face negative press or criticism from other artists, Tip stood up to defend his “No Mediocre” collaborator.

[ALSO READ: T.I. Responds To Q-Tip’s Hip Hop History Lesson For Iggy Azalea]

Iggy was once again the subject of some unfavorable headlines when she decided to cancel her entire North American “Great Escape” Tour. The Australia native cited the need for a mental break as part of the reason the trek has been axed.

During an interview with Hot 97, T.I. was asked about the public backlash over Iggy’s tour cancellation. The star of VH1’s The Family Hustle reality show did not mention his protégé by name, but he did offer his thoughts on entertainers’ having the ability to create in the way they see most fitting.

“One thing about it, it’s just like when you shoot a bullet out of a gun – you can’t take it back. So once that tour goes out, it’s out. You have to feel the absolute most confident, and you have to be in the best position to present your art to the world,” said Tip. “If you don’t feel that, for whatever reason, there’s no reason to half-ass present anything. So I feel any artist deserves the right to postpone or reschedule any presentation of their art. Any true fan should appreciate that.”

[ALSO READ: T.I. And Son Domani Roast Each Other On Instagram]

Watch T.I.’s interview below.

FRESH HEAT – Leo Brixx – “Get Fresh”

Virginia Beach, Virginia emcee Leo Brixx has not let up the pace since the release of his latest mixtape, The Chosen One. Since dropping that project, he’s released a slew of new visuals to follow-up with. His latest visual offering, “Get Fresh” is gaining him some recognition and trippy visual with a hazy viewpoint tells the tale of Leo Brixx’s everyday life. The record itself was produced by VERYRVRE, frequent collaborators with A$AP Mob.

Kanye West & Kim Kardashian Are Having A Boy?

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Rumor has it Kanye West and Kim Kardashian are expecting a little boy. Apparently, the Wests always wanted two children; a girl and a boy. Kim K documented their struggle to conceive their second child on ‘Keeping Up With The Kardashians’. Kim has expressed the fact that she has been experiencing morning sickness. However, Kim felt well enough to browse for boys’ baby clothes with Ye’ at New York City boutique Trico.

Travis Scott Speaks On Kicking A Cameraman Off The Stage At Summer Jam (VIDEO)

(AllHipHop News) Travis Scott forced a sanctioned cameraman to get off the stage while he was performing at Hot 97’s Summer Jam. “Get your f*cking nerdy ass off the stage. Go! I don’t know you. Go! Nobody on stage bro! No disrespect. I’m an artist. I don’t care if you’re working for Summer Jam. Bye! You’re not working for Travis,” the “3500” rapper told the videographer.

[ALSO READ: Travis Scott Humiliates Cameraman, Kicking Him Off Summer Jam Stage!]

Was it rude, arrogant, and unprofessional? Or was it an artist taking control of his performance space? People have fallen on both sides of the argument, and the performer has now publicly offered his thoughts on the incident. Scott stopped by Power 106 to talk about the Summer Jam situation.

“That was like the second to last song of my set. When I perform, I like a clear set. And I was already p##### about them not allowing me to have a screen on stage,” said Travis. “I don’t get why radio shows allow artists to do radio shows without creative control. Instead of that, I get their press guys and camera guys to be backdrop for my show.”

The Houston native went on to say artists should not let a promoter put people on stage with them. When radio show host J. Cruz suggested the workers at the concert have jobs to do, Travis replied that camera operators should stay in the press pit.

“Fans are here to look at me. What is a camera guy being behind me have to do with anything for a show when you have like 15 other camera guys at the bottom?” Scott asked.

Travis added that he does not let anyone on stage with him whenever he is performing. He relayed to The Cruz Show he has removed celebrities, his friends, and his manager from being in his vicinity during a show. Travis did apologize for calling the cameraman “nerdy” and claimed he tried to contact him directly.

[ALSO READ: Amber Rose Calls Out Kanye West For Having Travis Scott Write His Songs (VIDEO)]

Watch Travis Scott’s interview.

K. Michelle Responds To Skin Bleaching Rumors

It seems that K. Michelle wasn’t too happy about critics accusing her of bleaching her skin. The songstress has seemingly responded to the skin lightening accusations with a throwback photo. K seems to suggest that she hasn’t done anything to her face, and that she looks the exact same. Seeing that K has admitted to work in other places, it’s understandable why some may come to this conclusion. In this case, it honestly looks like make up highlighting than a case of skin bleaching. What are your thoughts?

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Photo via K. Michelle’s Instagram

50 Cent’s “Power” Sets New Starz Record, Renewed For Third Season

(AllHipHop News) Fans of the hit Starz program Power can rejoice. The Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson produced series will be back for a third season. According to Variety, the network has ordered ten more episodes.

[ALSO READ: 50 Cent’s “Power” Season 2 Trailer Hits The Net (VIDEO)]

The drug dealer/businessman drama returned this past weekend. The season two premiere was the most-watched episode of an original series in the history of the Starz channel.

1.43 million viewers watched the show at the time it aired, and a total of 3.62 million people are calculated to have seen the “Consequences” episode at some time the first day.

Power is a project I have been passionate about since day one,” stated 50 Cent. “I am glad the audience loves the show as much as we do, and we are just getting started.”

50 stars on Power along with lead actors Omari Hardwick, Naturi Naughton, Lela Loren, and Joseph Sikora. Created by Courtney Kemp Agboh, Power also features Alani “La La” Anthony, Sinqua Walls, and Luis Antonio Ramos.

[ALSO READ: 50 Cent and Power Cast Reveal Show Secrets]

Louisville Rapper Donnie McFly Dies From Shooting, Nappy Roots Member Speaks On His Impact (VIDEO)

(AllHipHop News) Unfortunate news broke out of Louisville, Kentucky this week. Two local rappers were shot early Monday morning. Wave 3 is reporting Donald “Donnie McFly” Mattingly has passed away from his injuries.

[ALSO READ: The “Godfather Of Kentucky Hip Hop” Among 2 Men Shot, Both In Critical Condition (VIDEO)]

Mattingly, also known as Wreck D. Mic, died Tuesday at the University of Louisville Hospital. He and music partner Jassiem “Father Jah” Anderson were gunned down outside an elementary school. Anderson is still hospitalized.

Family members say neither man was armed at the time of the shooting. They had both just left a concert at the nerarby Cole’s Place nightclub.

Nappy Roots is one of the most prominent Hip Hop acts to emerge from the state of Kentucky. Group member Buffalo Stille spoke about Donnie and Father Jah’s impact on his home state’s rap scene.

“These guys were the people making the Hip Hop cassette tapes here in Louisville,” said B. Stille. “They inspired artists like myself.”

Donnie McFly was 36 years old. He is survived by seven children. Louisville Metro Police have yet to make an arrest connected to the case.

[ALSO READ: More Details Released About Chinx Shooting, No Arrests Have Been Made]

Watch Wave 3’s report below.

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Jim Jones And Juelz Santana Denied Entry Into Canada Due To Arrests

When Jim Jones and Juelz Santana tried to cross the border to head into Canada yesterday (June 10), little did they know they were in for a rude awakening. The Dipset emcees were denied entry into the country due to their arrest records, TMZ reports.

They were heading to Canada to kick off an 11-city tour. They both reportedly sought legal assistance prior to going to Canada because they figured that thier previous arrests would be a problem. After consulting with lawyers who worked with Immigration and the FBI, they were told they should not have any problems, but were still denied entry.

Juelz was arrested in 2009 for making a death threat and again in 2011 for terrorist threats. Jimmy has three arrests, one in 2012 for a casino brawl and twice in 2013 for driving while intoxicated and disorderly conduct.

Since they are now missing performances, they claim they are losing out on $500,000.

Nicki Minaj Responds To Safaree’s ‘Love The Most’ Track; Says She’s In Love With Meek Mill

Nicki Minaj has responded to her ex’s vent about thier 12-year relationship on his new track “Love the Most.” On the leaked snippet, he says he felt like a fool during their relationship )especially when he has to watch her kiss Nas) and that he never got the credit he deserves. The Young Money femcee took to twitter on Thursday (June 11) to not only set Safaree straight but to also show her new beau some love.

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The “Only” rapper also aired Safaree out and said that he cheated on her in tweets that were later deleted.

“Lesson: don’t cheat on a loyal woman. God will punish u. When he does, tell people the truth. The truth may set u free. Love. Always,” she tweeted.

In another deleted tweet, Nicki also said she has no ill feelings towards her ex.

“I’m happy today not b/c of meek. But b/c i know Im a good person. Don’t hate u. Will always love u. I forgive u. It’s time to move on.”

Master P Announces Family Reality Show, ‘Master P’s Family Empire’

Master P is looking to bring more positivity to reality television. According to the Associated Press, the hip-hop mogul is bringing his family to the small screen for Master P’s Family Empire, a reality show that will follow him as he juggles working and raising his five children, aged 10 to 25.

“We’re about to make it cool to watch good, positive, family TV,” the No Limit CEO told AP. “The Kardashians are entertaining, but what we’re doing is positive entertainment, which is supposed to not be cool. With my family, we’re going to make it cool, because we’ve been cool our whole lives.”

While Master P raises his youngest two sons, Mercy, 12, and Hercy, 10, he is also offering guidance to his oldest children as they navigate the entertainment industry. Romeo, 25, is juggling acting gigs and music, 22-year-old Veno is a model and 18-year-old Cymphonique is best know for starring on Nickelodeon’s How to Rock and is trying to break into the music industry.

The show is set to premiere in November 2015 via the Reelz Channel.

 

Rick Ross Arrested In Georgia On Marijuana Charges

Rick Ross was arrested while driving in Georgia after a police officer found marijuana in his car, according to the Atlanta-Journal Constitution. On Wednesday (June 10), the MMG captain was taken to Fayette County jail and booked on a misdemeanor marijuana charge.

Ross, 39, was stopped on a window tint violation, but the officer smelled a marijuana stench and then found five joints rolled up in the Bentley, said Fayette County Sheriff’s Office spokesman Allen Stevens.

It is unclear if Ross has been released on bond yet.

This is the Miami native’s fourth run-in with the law over weed. He was also arrested in 2008, 2011 and 2013 on marijuana charges.

An Off-Duty Cop Sues The Game For $12 Million

The off-duty LAPD cop that The Game punched during a game of basketball in March has filed a $12 million lawsuit against him, TMZ reports.

The officer, Onyebuchi Awajiis suing the left coast rapper for damages that include physical and emotional pain, medical expenses and punitive damages. Awaji reportedly wants $1 million for pain and suffering, another million for emotional distress, $50,000 for current medical expenses and $100,000 for future medical expenses, and $10 million for punitive damages.

[ALSO READ: The Game Arrested For Punching Los Angeles Cop]

The lawsuit was filed back in April. Instead of responding to the lawsuit, Game turned himself into the police on June 8th. He was charged with suspicion of making criminal threats and was relelased on $50,000 bail.

Method Man Returns With Breaking Bad Inspired Video For “The Meth Lab”

After releasing the audio not too long ago, Method Man is back with a visual for “The Meth Lab” featuring Streetlife & Hanz On. Method Man’s new album “The Meth Lab” hits stores August 21st.

DonMonique Releases Video For “You Aint Heard”

Fresh off the heels of releasing her ‘Jada’ freestyle, DonMonique is back with a video for the Ryan Scott produced track ‘You Aint Heard.‘ The video is directed + edited by Hidji FilmsDonMonique will be dropping her debut EP this summer. In the meantime watch this video to hold you over!

Shawty Pimpin Ft. Pream-O – “Hold Up Lil Baby”

Teaming up with New Jersey native Pream-O, rising Atlanta rapper Shawty Pimpin delivers the official remix to his bouncy club banger “Hold Up Lil Baby.” The single has already been in heavy rotation around Atlanta throughout the club scene and now it’s here to stay as Pream solidifies the track with a fiery addition. Expect the official visuals in the near future.