Hip-Hop Rumors: Chris Brown And Trey Songz Tour Not Selling Tickets?

By: KubeezzCategory: RumorsFebruary 11, 2015

This tour is supposed to sell out crowds left and right, everybody loves Breezy and Trigga right?

Well…the heartthrobs aren’t getting much love with ticket sales of their show and may have called off a few dates.

Billboard Magazine reports:

“Chris Brown recently canceled his headlining show at Minneapolis’ Target Center arena due to unspecified “scheduling conflicts,” according to the Star Tribune.

The real reason, however, may have been poor ticket sales. The show, with an attendance cap of around 20,000, had only moved about 3,500 tickets, according to Billboard’s sources. This appeared to be the case with most dates on the tour.

The show had originally been rescheduled before being canceled after Brown violated his probation.”

Hip-Hop Rumors: John Legend Not With Kanye's Grammy Antics

By: KubeezzCategory: RumorsFebruary 11, 2015

The world watched in horror as Kanye West approached the 2015 Grammy stage during Beck’s speech for winning Album of the Year.

Yeezy quickly left the stage and everybody laughed it off as a joke, but Ye’ has come out and said he wasn’t playing, Beyonce’ should have left with that award.

G.O.O.D. Music’s John Legend says he although Kanye is his friend he disagreed with his actions.

Legend posted:

“I want to clarify my thoughts on Kanye’s actions at the Grammys on Sunday. First of all, Kanye is my friend. He believed in me years ago when very few did, and I wouldn’t be here without his support. That doesn’t mean we’ll agree on everything, but it does mean that I am grateful to him. And I also believe he is one of the most gifted people I’ve had the privilege of working with.

In my comments to US Weekly, I said that when Kanye walked up on stage, mimicking his interruption of Taylor Swift’s VMA acceptance speech, then turned around as if he was just playing, most of the room including me saw this as funny, as a way of taking the p### out of himself for his infamous behavior several years ago.

When I said that was funny and people should lighten up about it, that’s what I meant. I wasn’t referring to Kanye’s comments after the show which I have now seen and heard. I disagree with those comments. Beck is indeed a true artist’s artist. He’s a multi-instrumentalist, a creative and unique singer-songwriter whose music I have bought and enjoyed over the years. While his win may have been a surprise to many, it’s not because he’s not a great artist deserving of recognition. All of the other nominated artists, including Beyonce, are incredible in their own right, and arguments could be made for any of them deserving to win. This is not an objective process. It’s completely subjective, in fact. We can all debate who we thought should have won. But even if you didn’t vote for him, plenty of our colleagues in the music business did. These voters are all creators who love music and have dedicated their lives to it, and the plurality of them chose Beck as the Album of the Year. I respect their decision and congratulate Beck on this outstanding accomplishment.”

Did John throw Ye under the bus…?

Hip-Hop Rumors: Kevin Gates Put Girl Out For Not Doing What?

By: KubeezzCategory: RumorsFebruary 11, 2015

Kevin Gates has no censor. The s*** that comes out his mouth is just…nevermind.

Mr. ‘I Don’t Get Tired’ got side eyes yesterday after posting a video where he talks about putting a girl out for not giving his dog uhhhh…felatio.

Of course fans went in and Kevin got p#####.

Watch the video below:

Dats how I feel #BWA #idgt

A video posted by Kevin Gates (@iamkevingates) on Feb 10, 2015 at 10:31am PST

50 Cent Explains Why He Feels Beck Deserved To Win The Grammy Over Beyonce (VIDEO)

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: NewsFebruary 11, 2015

(AllHipHop News) 50 Cent has a different opinion than his former commercial rival Kanye West about Beck’s Grammy win over Beyoncé. Kanye declared Beyoncé was essentially robbed of the “Album Of The Year” award win the Academy voted to honor Beck’s Morning Phase. In contrast, 50 believes the right person took home the trophy.

[ALSO READ: Patriots Cornerback Brandon Browner Blasts Kanye West For Beck Grammy Incident]

“[Beck] produced the record, wrote the record. It’s eleven producers on Beyoncé’s album,” 50 told People. “Kanye, being a producer and a writer, should see that. But we get jaded.”

The Queens rapper may have explained his reasoning for why Beck deserved the award, but he was not offering praise to the Grammys overall. 50 stated people probably do not care about “those establishments” anymore and pointed out how he lost the 2004 “Best New Artist” award to rock band Evanescence.

“I felt that I deserved ‘Best New Artist’ for my first album [Get Rich Or Die Tryin ’],” he added. “It’s the largest debut in rap with 13 million records sold, and when’s the last time you’ve seen Evanescence? Crickets, crickets. It’s just the way it is.”

Best New Artist has been one of the most controversial categories throughout the award show’s history. Other questionable Best New Artist wins include Marc Cohn over Boyz II Men (1992), Paula Cole over Erykah Badu (1998), Shelby Lynne over Jill Scott (2001), Bon Iver over J. Cole (2012), and Milli Vanilli winning in 1990.

[ALSO READ: 50 Cent’s Horrible First Pitch To Become A Baseball Card (PHOTO)]

Watch 50 Cent’s interview below.

Malcolm X's Daughter: If Hip Hop Artists Are Going To Use The N-Word, Then Everybody Should Be Able To (VIDEO)

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: NewsFebruary 11, 2015

(AllHipHop News) Ilyasah Shabazz admits that she listens to some Hip Hop, but the daughter of iconic activist Malcolm X is not fond of the word “n***a” being used in a lot of the songs. She spoke with TMZ about the use of the N-word in rap music.

[ALSO READ: Kendrick Lamar Explains Name Change + Talks Being Inspired By Malcolm X]

“If you’re going to use it, then everybody should be able to use it,” Shabazz told a cameraman. “So if you don’t like other people using it, then we shouldn’t use it.”

Last year, Shabazz also took issue with the word “n***a” when Nicki Minaj posted the famous picture of Malcolm X looking out of the window to her Instagram page. The photograph was used as promotion for Minaj’s song “Lookin’ Ass N***as.” Shabazz called Nicki’s use of the image “disrespectful.”

Shabazz spoke about her father’s legacy during the TMZ interview as well. Even though the 52-year-old author feels Malcolm’s birthday is not celebrated at the level it should, she is optimistic about the younger generation’s appreciation for his contributions.

“I think that this generation – they are understanding and appreciating the fact that he was a very young man that sacrificed a lot,” she stated. “In 12 short years he made a significant impact around the world.”

[ALSO READ: Nicki Minaj Mentions Malcolm X’s Daughter On “Chi-Raq” Song]

Watch Ilyasah Shabazz’s interview below.

Patriots Cornerback Brandon Browner Blasts Kanye West For Beck Grammy Incident

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: NewsFebruary 11, 2015

(AllHipHop News) Kanye West has once again p##### off another celebrity because of his Grammy night actions against Beck. Ye’s decision to protest Beck’s “Album Of The Year” victory over Beyoncé by stepping on stage did not sit well with New England Patriots cornerback Brandon Browner.

[ALSO READ: Kanye West On Beck’s Win Over Beyonce: “The Grammys Need To Stop Playing With Us” (VIDEO)]

Browner blasted Kanye on Twitter and called out the “Only One” rapper for pulling the award show move for the second time. Kanye famously interrupted Taylor Swift at the 2009 VMAs, again to protest Beyoncé not winning.

KANYE WEST is a sucka! Everybody don't listen to Beyoncé. Second time he tried to steal somebody shine. First time it was a 15 yr old girl

— Brandon Browner (@bbrowner27) February 11, 2015

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Swift was actually nearly 20 years old when the Video Music Awards incident took place and she has since been seen publicly hugging Kanye. Despite the age error, Browner had more opinions on the G.O.O.D. Music leader.

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Kanye try and play that I'm weird because of my genius. Non of the greats pull that stupid ish. Meaning Marley, Mike Jack, Tupac, Jayz etc

— Brandon Browner (@bbrowner27) February 11, 2015

Peep who he tried Beck and Taylor Swift. Real tough guy. If only I could've been Beck for one night. Kanye would be rapping thru the wire

— Brandon Browner (@bbrowner27) February 11, 2015

Beyoncé the truth tho…

— Brandon Browner (@bbrowner27) February 11, 2015

Lastly on this sponge bob square pants(Kanye). Read that cbs article I retweeted. Beck played the instruments and sang. #trueartistry #sucka

— Brandon Browner (@bbrowner27) February 11, 2015

Marvin Gaye Al Green Betty Wright Anita Baker Prince Mike Jack Bob Marley etc… They taught us better then that #goodvibes

— Brandon Browner (@bbrowner27) February 11, 2015

Mary J Lenny Williams En Vogue SWV! Boi quit playing. You messing up are youth! Get it together. U got talent use it til then #spongebob

— Brandon Browner (@bbrowner27) February 11, 2015

Don't be afraid of what people's opinions, real music is what people want to hear

— Brandon Browner (@bbrowner27) February 11, 2015

Did Kanye get a award last night? I think he was just there so he won't get fined ( I'm in beast mode) shot out the realist Marshawn

— Brandon Browner (@bbrowner27) February 11, 2015

West was also chastised by alternative rocker Shirley Manson. The Garbage singer wrote an open letter where she told Ye he was making himself “look like a complete t###.”

While other celebrities have come out to defend the Morning Phase album creator, Beck seemed unbothered by the whole ordeal. He is quoted saying: “I was just so excited [Kanye] was coming up. He deserves to be on stage as much as anybody” and “I still love [Kanye] and think he’s genius. I aspire to do what he does.”

[ALSO READ: Garbage’s Shirley Manson To Kanye West: “You’re Making Yourself Look Like A Complete T###”]

Snoop Dogg Shares His Thoughts On The Grammys By Using Picture Of Macklemore

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: NewsFebruary 11, 2015

(AllHipHop News) Hip Hop’s issues with the Grammys extends all the way back to 1989 when members of the community boycotted the telecast, because the initial “Best Rap Performance” award was not being aired on television.

Fast forward to 2015 and again none of the rap categories were shown during the broadcast. There was also controversy surrounding last year’s ceremony when Macklemore’s The Heist won the “Best Rap Album” trophy over Kendrick Lamar’s critically acclaimed good kid, m.A.A.d. city.

[ALSO READ: Hip Hop’s Anger Over Macklemore’s Grammy Win Is About Respect Not Race]

One rap representative is ready for Hip Hop to completely ignore the Grammys altogether. West Coast legend Snoop Dogg posted a picture on his Instagram page which points out Macklemore has picked up more Grammy awards than some of the greatest artists from the culture – combined.

Snoop captioned the photo with a very blatant statement, “F**k the Grammys. We need a Hip Hop show for real n***az and real MCs.”

F### the Grammys we need a hip hop show for real n#####. ?✨? n real mcs.

A photo posted by snoopdogg (@snoopdogg) on Feb 10, 2015 at 7:26am PST

[ALSO READ: Snoop Dogg Announces New Album, ‘Bush’]

A$AP Rocky Talks Ex-Girlfriend Iggy Azalea, Collabing With G-Unit, Wanting To Sleep With Madonna & More

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: NewsFebruary 11, 2015

(AllHipHop News) Harlem rapper A$AP Rocky took time to connect with some of his fans during an “Ask Me Anything” session. The “Multiply” rhymer answered questions posted to his Tumblr page, and his followers brought up everything from his thoughts on ex-girlfriend Iggy Azalea to his ultimate sexual fantasy.

[ALSO READ: Funeral Service For A$AP Yams Held In NYC; A$AP Rocky Refutes Drugs As Cause Of Death]

Check out some of the highlights from A$AP Rocky’s AMA below.

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[ALSO READ: Juicy J Will Co-Executive Produce ASAP Rocky’s Second Album]

Independent Art Showcase – H.I.M Episode 1 (season 1)

By: SionahhcontentCategory: VideosFebruary 11, 2015

Check out this Independent Showcase H.I.M Episode 1 (season 1). The show is dwelves into the creation of an intelligent Black serial killer… and the journey through his rise/fall. Circumstances forge the most prolific African American Serial Killer in history.

SEASON 1/ EPISODE 1
Exclusive Release

Shot and produced by
Wesley Shinault
@verygoodhustle

For more check out the website: http://www.HimUrbanLegend.com

Theophilus London and Father's Coming To DC

By: Vance BrinkleyCategory: Music NewsFebruary 10, 2015

You around DC this Sunday? If you wasn’t cuffed up on Valentine’s Day, then you can turn up with Theophilus London and Father on the 15th. The two rapper’s will be performing at U Street Music Hall in Northwest,DC. London and Father has been winning in both their respective careers. While London has been getting a buzz off of his latest project Vibes, Father has been becoming one of the dopest rappers comin’ out of Atlanta from his project Young Hot Ebony. Doors open at 6:30 pm, check it out.

Kay Cola Ft. French Montana – "Not OK"

By: Scooby Wilson (@mcscoobins)Category: MusicFebruary 10, 2015

With musical roots flowing through her veins, Kay Cola was destined to live and breathe music. Kay Cola is the daughter of world renowned jazz & classical musician, Hubert Laws. Kay Cola has had her feet wet in the music industry as a songwriter, writing on projects for artists such as Dr. Dre, Eminem, The Game and Ne-Yo. After penning songs for some of music’s heavyweights, Kay Cola is ready to take her career in a different direction as a talented songstress. Kay Cola has performed world-wide, opening for Ne-Yo and touring with Eric Benet and she has also worked with producers such as Boi-1da and RedOne.

With eclectic melodies over R&B, Electronic, and 808s, Kay Cola invites you into a fantasy world of lucid dreams. The singer songwriter is set to introduce you to her melodic world with the Spring 2015 release of her highly anticipated debut album Lucid Dreams. As anticipation mounts, the upstart songstress delivers her new French Montana-assisted single “Not OK”.

The 57th Annual Grammy Awards: The Biggest Night In Music

By: Rea Davis @IamReaDavisCategory: FeaturesFebruary 10, 2015

Photo courtesy of Instagram

Although Sam Smith and Beck dominated the 57th annual Grammy Awards, there were many other happy and notable winners such as Beyonce and Pharrell. Both stars pulled in 3 Grammy wins each along with Rosanne Cash. Plenty of music’s top earners grabbed a smaller share of Grammy glory, including Lady Gaga and Tony Bennett , Tiesto , and Rihanna (Best Rap/Sung Collaboration, with Eminem). Beck shocked a few by nabbing the award for Album of the Year. The biggest night in music was hosted once again by Grammy Award-wining rapper and actor LL Cool J and broadcast on CBS live from the Los Angeles’ Staples Center.

Photo by MLADEN ANTONOV,ROBYN BECK/AFP/Getty Images

Rihanna, Kanye West, and Paul McCartney lit up the stage with their performance of”FourFiveSeconds” Seeing this improbable and unique collaboration in person is possibly why many tuned in. Rih’ was expressive with the vocals, Kanye West’s Auto-Tuned assisted verses added flavor, and McCartney’s mere presence alone was enough to seal the deal especially with his guitar and backing vocals. Beyoncé won more than the BeyHive’s hearts with her performance of “Take My Hand, Precious Lord”. Some, especially Kanye West, felt Queen Bey was robbed of the album of the year award, but win or not Bey brought her skilled vocals to the cover of the Thomas A. Dorsey gospel classic, soaring with her highest vocal registers at various moments. Kanye West even beat Beck to the microphone and jokingly reenacted his 2009 interruption of Taylor Swift’s acceptance speech at the MTV Video Music Awards. Icon Prince also gave viewers a hint of cultural commentary going on to state “Like books and black lives, albums still matter.” Madonna wowed the crowd with her dance filled performance of her new single “Living for Love.” Kanye West performed the ode to his young daughter North West “Only One”, and Lady Gaga and Tony Bennett teamed up for a powerful performance that included a medley of his hits.

Obama spoke out against sexual violence via a video cameo appearance. His speech would hopefully be a mirror reflection of the beliefs of those in attendance in regards to the desire to end sexual violence against women. He brought awareness to the White House’s “It’s On Us” campaign. Katy Perry then followed with a great performance of her Prism ballad, “By the Grace of God.” Annie Lennox joined Hozier for a performance of “Take Me to Church”: This was clearly Sam Smith’s night. The man won four awards. He also was one to steal the show when he partnered with Mary J. Blige for a soulful performance of “Stay With Me,” which was reprised at the end of the show.

AC/DC opened the show. They proved to be an interesting choice but nonetheless brought it with their back catalog, and the musical evening closed with John Legend and Common performing their Oscar-nominated hit “Glory” from the movie “Selma.” It’s safe to say that Hip Hop fans were pleased that this year Kendrick Lamar took home a pair of awards — for best rap performance and best rap song.

Check out a list of a few of this year’s Grammy Award-winners below.

Record of the Year
Sam Smith – “Stay With Me

Song of the Year
Sam Smith – “Stay With Me

Best Alternative Rock Album
St. Vincent – St. Vincent

Best Metal Performance
Tenacious D – “The Last In Line”

Best Rap Performance
Kendrick Lamar – “I”

Best Rap/Sung Collaboration
Eminem Featuring Rihanna – “The Monster”

Best Rap Song
Kendrick Lamar – “I”
K. Duckworth & C. Smith, songwriters

Best Rap Album
Eminem – The Marshall Mathers LP2

Best R&B Performance
Beyoncé Featuring Jay Z – “Drunk In Love”

Best Traditional R&B Performance
“Jesus Children”
Robert Glasper Experiment Featuring Lalah Hathaway & Malcolm-Jamal Warner

Beyoncé Featuring Jay Z – “Drunk In Love”

Best Urban Contemporary Album
Pharrell Williams – Girl

Best R&B Album
Toni Braxton & Babyface – Love, Marriage & Divorce

Best Music Video
Pharrell Williams – “Happy”

Best Surround Sound Album
Beyoncé – Beyoncé

Best Reggae Album
Ziggy Marley – Fly Rasta

Album of the Year
Beck – Morning Phase

Best New Artist
Sam Smith

Best Pop Duo/Group Performance
A Great Big World With Christina Aguilera – “Say Something”

Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album
Tony Bennett & Lady Gaga – Cheek To Cheek

Best Pop Solo Performance
Pharrell Williams – “Happy”

Best Pop Vocal Album
Sam Smith – In The Lonely Hour

Loose Cannon – "See Me" (ft. Jadakiss & Van Savage) [P###. x Dame Grease]

By: Jake CratesCategory: MusicFebruary 10, 2015

Loose Cannon, who is previously signed to both Ruff Ryders and DMX’s Bloodline Records, enlists the D-Block general for an energetic street single that encourages the pursuit of victory. Van Savage, a singer signed to Loose Cannon’s 6ix5ive Records, provides a catchy hook that could propel him to be the next street corner crooner. The production on “See Me” is provided by Vacant Lot head honcho Dame Grease, which continues the producer’s string of top-notch work that has included producing for the likes of The LOX, DMX, 50 Cent, Jay-Z, and many more.

Vell Ft. E-40 & Doughboyz Cashout – "B#### Ni**a"

By: Scooby Wilson (@mcscoobins)Category: VideosFebruary 10, 2015

Oakland rapper Vell has teamed up with Bay Area legend E-40 and Detroit’s Doughboyz Cashout to release a video for the song “B#### Ni**a” off his debut mixtape Stay Down To Come Up hosted by DJ Mustard & DJ Amen. The song was produced by Vell & Eric Statz.

Knight – "BAD GIRL"

By: Scooby Wilson (@mcscoobins)Category: VideosFebruary 10, 2015

Just in time for Valentines day Ice T protege rapper Knight releases his new EP entitled “She: Sex, Hurt & Entertainment” along with his first visual off the EP of a record entitled “Bad Girl”, which is a up tempo hip hop and R&B record. The EP S.H.E can be downloaded at Datpiff.com.

Quake Matthews – "Picket Fence"

By: Jake CratesCategory: VideosFebruary 10, 2015

Since his triumphant emergence from the underground battle rap scene in his early teens, 26 year old Quake Matthews has made a name for himself branded by breakneck beats and unadulterated lyricism. The Nova Scotia native’s raspy voice and raw emotion has made for a signature sound and a captivating listening experience, giving him a broad appeal that spans audiences. The award-winning emcee just released his fourth studio album, Rap Music, and is gearing up for a Canadian tour this spring.

Ab Soul & Snoop Smoke Out On GGN

By: Jake CratesCategory: VideosFebruary 10, 2015

This convo gets deep as Ab-Soul talks about his come up and how the Black Hippy movement got started. He talks about his family’s record shop and Snoop recalls in stores.

Behind The Scenes Of Meek Mill's "B-Boy" Video With Big Sean & A$AP Ferg

By: Jake CratesCategory: VideosFebruary 10, 2015

Follow Hi-Def as he goes behind the scenes of the production of Meek’s “B Boys” music video featuring Meek Mill Big Sean & ASAPFerg . Produced by @TreNative and directed by Spike Jones, this video was shot in Calabasas, Ca and features a host of women, weed and weather. The three W’s of Cali.

Teezy – "Wait On It"

By: Jake CratesCategory: MusicFebruary 10, 2015

Florida based artist/song-writer TJ Hearns, known as Teezy, has been making his mark lately. After releasing his biggest visual titled “Hotel Ride It Out”, Teezy hasn’t looked back since. Listen to Teezy’s latest single ‘Wait On It’ produced by Will-A-Fool. This came out not too long ago but flew under our radar. Beat bangin on this one and while the track is short, the art is dope and you can tell Teezy has some nice tracks on deck.