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The 2015 Essence Festival Unveils Night-By-Night Lineup
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.
Crazy Boxing Knockout! Fighter Out Cold Long After KO
This boxing KO will leave you speechless..SMH
Jay Z Releases Video For Blue Ivy Inspired Song “Glory” Exclusively On Tidal
(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.”
[ALSO READ: “They Die By Dawn” Starring Erykah Badu, Michael K. Williams & More Streaming Exclusively On Tidal]
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.
[ALSO READ: Jay-Z Performs For A Sold-Out Crowd At NYC’s Historic Carnegie Hall]
Teacher Caught Sexting 12 Year Old Student!
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.
Kim Kardashian Cropped Out Of Newspaper Pic For Being a P### Symbol?
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!
Fashawn, K-Young, El Prez, & One-2 – “Something About Mary”
New compilation from Treacherous Records “Mint Room 2” dropping May 12th
“Thats The Definition Of Selling Out…”
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.
Who Else Is Trying To Sue Empire?
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!
Allen Iverson Names His Top 10 Rappers Of All Time
(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.
[ALSO READ: Allen Iverson: In-depth Perspective From His Documentary]
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.
[ALSO READ: Nicki Minaj Names Her Top 5 Punchline Rappers]
Raekwon Performs New Track “Heated Nights” on REVOLT
After releasing his single “1,2,1,2” featuring Snoop Dogg, Raekwon debuts his new track “Heated Nights” live on Revolt TV. New album Fly, International, Luxurious, Art drops April 28th.
Meek Mill Checks Floyd Mayweather’s Fiancée Over Nicki Minaj Ring
Photo via Meek Mill’s Instagram
Although Nicki Minaj posted a picture of her wearing an alleged engagement ring yesterday, it hasn’t been confirmed yet if her and Meek Mill are actually engaged. It seems that a few women decided to be petty yesterday also posting their rings. One woman in particular was Bad Medina, Floyd Mayweather’s fiancée. Bad Medina posted a photo of her wearing a very similar ring with the caption “Like no other.” Meek Mill responded saying,
“You the only one without no millions tho…… b lucky Mayweather excepted Ya bum a**! FOH “black people sh*t.”
J.Drew Ft. Elijah Blake – “All I Need Is You”
Today, J.Drew returns in a big way as he prepares for the release of the follow-up to his 2013 EP Never Coming Back. Premiered by Yahoo! Music, J.Drew partners with fellow contemporary R&B singer-songwriter Elijah Blake for a self-produced collaboration titled “All I Need Is You”. Drew’s new music showcases a great deal of growth and maturity since we last heard from him and you can expect the same on his new project. J.Drew’s forthcoming EP The Long Way Home is set to arrive this coming Tuesday, April 21st.
Wiz Khalifa’s “See You Again” Becomes First Rap Song To Hit #1 In 2015
(AllHipHop News) Mark Ronson and Bruno Mars’ 14 week run atop the Billboard Hot 100 has come to end thanks to Wiz Khalifa. The Taylor Gang leader’s “See You Again” featuring Charlie Puth takes over the number one spot from “Uptown Funk,” and the single becomes the highest charting rap song of 2015 so far.
[ALSO READ: Wiz Khalifa’s ‘See You Again’ Sets Two Records On Spotify]
“See You Again” is included on the soundtrack to the hit movie Furious 7. With the film’s album sitting at the pinnacle of the Billboard 200 chart, this is the first time in 12 years that a soundtrack has the #1 single and #1 album in the country at the same time.
The last motion picture to achieve that accomplishment was 8 Mile in 2003. Eminem’s “Lose Yourself” controlled the top spot on the Hot 100 for 12 weeks in ’02 and ’03.
Wiz has gained his second Hot 100 number one single with “See You Again.” The Pittsburgh native’s “Black and Yellow” off Rolling Papers climbed to number one in 2011. He also previously reached the top 10 with “No Sleep” and “Young, Wild & Free.”
Eminem (“The Monster”), Juicy J (“Dark Horse”), Pharrell Williams (“Happy”), and Iggy Azalea (“Fancy”) each had a number one single on the Hot 100 in 2014.
Kanye West’s “FourFiveSeconds” with Rihanna and Paul McCartney held the previous high for a rapper in 2015 when the song hit number 4 in February. Fetty Wap’s “Trap Queen” is currently at number four as well.
[ALSO READ: HEATER OF THE DAY: Wiz Khalifa x Curren$y – “Uber Driver”]
Watch the video for Wiz Khalifa’s “See You Again” featuring Charlie Puth below.
Man Accidentally Blows Up Car Trying To Kill Bedbugs
A Long Island man set his rental car ablaze after he apparently doused it with alcohol to get rid of bedbugs inside of it, and then lit a cigarette, reports the New York Post.
In the process, 44-year-old Scott Kemery actually lit himself on fire as well. The fire spread to a few surrounding cars in a supermarket parking lot, and Kemery was able to escape the fiery situation — but not without severe second-degree burns.
Dying Fish Uses Last Ounce Of Strength To Slap Curious Child
Kid gets too close to Bowfin but takes it like a champ.
Quilly – “Poppin My Collar”
Super funny @Welvendagreat appears on the cover of Quilly’s new freestyle “Poppin My Collar”. With over 693,000 followers on Instagram and over 143,000 fans on Vine, Welven is a growing sensation in the world of social media comedy. Listen to Phillies #1 breakout artist, Quilly, who was also recently co-signed by 50 Cent. With that being said Quilly has all rap rights to flip this “Poppin My Collar” freestyle.
Kanye West Covers Time Magazine’s “100 Most Influential People” Issue + Discusses His Legacy (VIDEO)
(AllHipHop News) Rapper/producer/fashion designer Kanye West has been named one of Time magazine’s 100 Most Influential People in the world. The Chicago native joined other global luminaries such as actor Bradley Cooper, comedian Kevin Hart, pop star Taylor Swift, filmmaker Lee Daniels, U.S. President Barack Obama, and Kanye’s wife Kim Kardashian.
[ALSO READ: Kanye West Talks About His Ego And Calls Himself An Activist]
Tesla Motors CEO and PayPal co-founder Elon Musk was tapped to contribute an article about West for the publication. Musk wrote in part:
Kanye does think. Constantly. About everything. And he wants everybody else to do the same: to engage, question, push boundaries. Now that he’s a pop-culture juggernaut, he has the platform to achieve just that. He’s not afraid of being judged or ridiculed in the process. Kanye’s been playing the long game all along, and we’re only just beginning to see why.
Time also conducted a video interview with Kanye. The “All Day” performer spoke about his impact on society and what he wants to leave the world.
“Every time I say something extremely truthful it literally breaks the Internet. So what are we getting all of the rest of the time?” Ye stated.
He continued, “I don’t care about having a legacy. I don’t care about being remembered. The most important thing to me is while I’m here, while we’re having fun, while we’re going to sleep, breathing oxygen, living life, falling in love, having pain and joy – what can I do with my voice? What can we do for each other to make life easier, make life doper for our kids?”
[ALSO READ: Kanye West To Receive Honorary Doctorate From School Of The Art Institute Of Chicago (VIDEO)]
Watch Kanye West’s interview below.
Derek Wise – “Hunnid”
Toronto’s Derek Wise returns with a new melodically brooding anthem “Hunnid” produced by MOSTHIGH (producers of Drake’s ‘Star 67’), Christos Anesti, and Geoff Wood. The new single “Hunnid”, will appear on Derek’s forthcoming project “Mom’s Basement”.
Ro Spit Ft. Rockie Fresh – “Ro & Rockie”
Detroit emcee Ro Spit is back with a superb new track, featuring MMG representer Rockie Fresh! As the title implies, the two spitters form a lyrical tag team, delivering biting and boastful verses over a live instrument triumphant sounding beat provided by production crew The Olympicks (Rick Ross, Big Sean, etc.). Fans of this record will surely enjoy what’s to come when Ro releases more from his next full length project IV LIFE, which is coming soon…