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Jimmy Henchman: I Didn't Snitch, 50 Cent Was Going To Testify

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: News

(AllHipHop News) The story of James “Jimmy Henchman” Rosemond is one that includes drug trafficking, run ins with the law, tales of setting up 2Pac being shot, creating false news stories, and an ongoing feud with 50 Cent and G-Unit. Over the last two decades the Czar Entertainment founder has become one of the most talked about figures in Hip Hop, despite the fact that he does not rap, sing, or produce music.

Henchman’s most recent media mentions surrounded his murder and conspiracy trial ending in a hung jury earlier this year. The convicted former head of the criminal enterprise known as the “Rosemond Organization” is not cleared of the latest charges just yet. He is scheduled to be retried in 2015 for allegedly orchestrating the killing of G-Unit associate Lowell “Lodi Mack” Fletcher. Henchman is also currently serving a life sentence for drug trafficking and weapons possession convictions.

Don Diva spoke with Henchman for the publication’s Issue 55 cover story. In the piece, Rosemond discussed many of the controversial topics connected to his life including allegations that he was a snitch and his thoughts on 50 Cent. The magazine shared exclusive excerpts from the article with AllHipHop.com.

[ALSO READ: EXCLUSIVE: Jimmy Henchman’s Publicist Addresses Media Coverage Of Murder Trial & “Snitching” Allegations]

Don Diva

Henchman on being labeled a snitch:

Who did I tell on and who is in jail because of me… The government skillfully and systematically went after those around me with the help of individuals like [gangster] Haitian Jack, who is now in the witness protection program and was relocated to the Dominican Republic. They would arrest [these people] secretly and have them wear wires or tape me. For instance, my accountant John Dash was filing false taxes and defrauding his clients unbeknownst to me. They got him to testify at my drug trial that I never collected cash for my clients while on tour, including Game and Mike Tyson. They also (got a guy who worked for me, named Tony Martin, to say the same thing. This was a total lie… After the family pain, it’s the betrayal that hurts the most. All the guys that falsely testified or helped the government in bringing me down… that hurts me. I thought these guys were my friends: Khalil Abdullah (Craig Woodley), Winston (Winnie) Harris, Henry (Rollin’ 60- Black) Butler, Muhammad (Tef) Stewart, Tony Martin, Freddy Borges and David Hyatt. God Bless them. If any of them were dying of thirst I would have bled from my wrist to save them. That has proven to be my Achilles heel.

Henchman on rival 50 Cent:

One thing for sure is that Curtis [rapper, 50 Cent] was scheduled to testify at my murder trial, but reneged on the prosecutors at the last minute. Clowns do clown things.

Don Diva Issue 55 is now available. The publication recently launched the brand’s website component  – dondivamag.com.

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UPDATE: 50 Cent has responded to Henchman’s claim. Find out what he said here.

[ALSO READ: EXCLUSIVE: James Rosemond Jr Releases Statement About 50 Cent’s “Hold On”]

Chuck D Questions Art Education In The U.S. After Release Of Kim Kardashian Nude Photos (POLL)

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: News

(AllHipHop News) Should Kim Kardashian’s nude pictures in Paper magazine be considered artistic or pornographic? This is a question that many people have been asking ever since the racy photos were released this week. Hip Hop legend Chuck D joined in on that hot topic.

[ALSO READ: Kim Kardashian Gets Naked, And Criticized]

The Public Enemy frontman took the conversation even further by connecting Kim K’s fully naked pictures to art education in the United States. Chuck offered his thoughts on the subject via Twitter.

Kim kardashian Paper magazine

“Regardless what many of us think, the fact is [Kim Kardashian] has caused a [social media] Earthquake [with] what has always been the art worlds [sic] challenge,” wrote Chuck in one tweet.

He ended his series of tweets by adding, “I put this convo out there because USAers , the [government] controlled education been fumbling the ART agenda out of bounds every [f**king] time #NOART.”

[ALSO READ: 50 Cent, Chuck D & More Share What Advice They’d Give Their Younger Selves]

Read Chuck D’s tweets and take our poll below.

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Erica Mena Did Not Skip Out On Tab Says Restaurant Manager

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: News

(AllHipHop News) Love & Hip Hop star Erica Mena was recently accused of walking out of $500 bill at New York City’s Bowlmor Chelsea Piers. The story first ran on the gossip website Mediatakeout and then began circulating online.

[ALSO READ: Erica Mena Blasts “Love & Hip Hop Hollywood” Cast + Talks Engagement To Bow Wow]

 

A representative for Mena contacted AllHipHop.com to relay a message from Bowlmor Chelsea Piers’ general manager Gustavo Zylberberg. He confirmed that the “dine-n-ditch” story is not true, and the reality television star does not owe any money to the establishment.

Zylberberg wrote in an email that the restaurant conducted an investigation into the matter and ordered the person who posted the story on Instagram to remove it. He also offered an apology to Mena for the false accusations.

The original article has since been removed from Mediatakeout.

[ALSO READ: “Love & Hip Hop” Star Yung Berg Arrested For Allegedly Attacking Girlfriend]

Ariana Grande & Jessie J To Remake Brandy & Monica's "The Boy Is Mine"

By: Rea Davis @IamReaDavisCategory: Alternatives

Famed recorder producer Rodney “Darkchild” Jerkins is celebrating his 20th anniversary in the music business. With the celebration, he’s revealing all kinds of surprises, one in particular is that two Pop superstars, Ariana Grande and Jessie J, will rework Brandy and Monica’s classic 1998 hit “The Boy Is Mine” for his commemorative album. In an interview with Hits Daily Double, Jerkins also stated that another mega vocalist will cover one of Whitney Houston‘s standout songs.

“Sam [Smith] is doing “It’s Not Right But It’s Okay” by Whitney Houston, which Sam told me was the song that made him want to sing,” the 37-year-old said. “When I asked him if he’d be a part of this project he was like, “No one else can do that song but me!” Sam’s the truth. He has a great heart and he’s genuine. His music speaks for who he is. This is a project I’m really looking forward to.”

R&B fans surely can’t wait to see what other tracks Jerkins plans to remix and cover from his discography. Flashback to ’98 with “The Boy Is Mine” video below.

Chris Brown, Trey Songz & Tyga Talk “Between the Sheets” Tour

By: Rea Davis @IamReaDavisCategory: Alternatives

With all of the excitement around the upcoming Chris Brown and Trey Songz joint tour (which now also features Tyga) Breezy and Trigga actually turned the hype into an event, announcing their upcoming “Between The Sheets” tour at the House of Blues in Hollywood. The trio warmed up the audience with performances and an on-stage interview in front of a live crowd. They then sat down with Billboard backstage to discuss the tour a little more.

They explained that the tour shows unity amongst artists and black men. “Between The Sheets” is a pretty catchy tour name for their American trek.

“I think it just shows an example of brotherhood, an example of young black men finding a way to work together versus against one another,” explained Trey.

Check out the interview and tour dates below.

Dec. 5 – Inglewood, CA – Power 106 Presents Cali Christmas
Dec. 13 – Tacoma, WA – DAMA Dope Music Festival
Jan. 28 – Hampton, VA – Hampton Coliseum
Jan. 29 –Brooklyn, NY – Barclays Center
Jan. 31 – Baltimore, MD – Royal Farms Arena
Feb. 3 – Atlanta, GA – Phillips Arena
Feb. 5 – New Orleans, LA – Smoothie King Center
Feb. 6 – Dallas, TX – American Airlines Center
Feb. 7 – Houston, TX – Toyota Center
Feb. 9 – Charlotte, NC – Time Warner Cable Arena
Feb. 10 – Greensboro, NC – Greensboro Coliseum Complex
Feb. 12 – Sunrise, FL – BB&T Center
Feb. 14 – Columbus, OH – Nationwide Arena
Feb. 15 – Detroit, MI – Joe Louis Arena
Feb. 18 – Philadelphia, PA– Wells Fargo Center
Feb. 19 – Worcester, MA – DCU Center
Feb. 21 – East Rutherford, NJ – IZOD Center
Feb. 22 – Washington, DC – Verizon Center
Feb. 24 – Montreal, QC – Centre Bell Centre
Feb. 25 – Toronto, ON – Air Canada Centre
Feb. 27 – Rosemont, IL – Allstate Arena
Feb. 28 – Louisville, KY – KFC YUM! Center
Mar. 1 – Nashville, TN – Bridgestone Arena
Mar. 3 – Minneapolis, MN – Target Center
Mar. 6 – San Jose, CA – SAP Center
Mar. 7 – Las Vegas, NV – Mandalay Bay Events Center
Mar. 8 – Inglewood, CA – The Forum

VOCALS! Meet Avery Wilson

By: Rea Davis @IamReaDavisCategory: Alternatives

Avery Wilson is a vocal prodigy who discovered by Sean “The Pen” Garrett. With the vocal prowess and range that Wilson possesses its hard to wrap one’s mind around the fact that he’s only 19! After competing and winning Search for the Next Teen Superstar, Garrett took an interest in Wilson and started working with him. Avery appeared on Season 3 of The Voice where superstar judges Adam Levine, Christina Aguilera, Blake Shelton and CeeLo Green all validated Avery’s performance by spinning their chairs around as he peaked all their interests. Wilson is being groomed and guided by some of music’s heavyweights like Garett but also music industry icon Clive Davis. Davis is a new addition to the Avery hit-making team and has such an elite resume with his work with Whitney Houston, Janis Joplin, Billy Joel, Aretha Franklin and many more, Wilson is currently working on a new single and album to be released in 2015.

Check out this compilation video of various vocal performances by the powerhouse vocalist below!

RyattFienix – "I Ain't Complaining"

By: Scooby Wilson (@mcscoobins)Category: Music

RyattFienix announces the November 18th release date for the highly anticipated debut album, Ryse of the Fienix via SupaHotBeats. The first four singles, Tattoo Love, Don’t Be Shy ft. Dizzy Wright, Suicide ft. Rittz, and 808 have made quite an impressive impact, as well as securing her fall promotional tour with iStandard producers. Cities include Philadelphia, NYC, DC, Charlotte, Atlanta, LA, Las Vegas, Houston, and Miami.

Ryse of the Fienix will be available for free on Live Mixtapes, Dat Piff and a live stream on DJBooth.net. A 16 track deluxe version of the project will be available for purchase on iTunes and Bandcamp.

More details will be released on Ryse of the Fienix in the coming weeks, as well as details for tour dates.

J Money – "700 JayZ" (ft. Yung L.A.) [P###. by Zaytoven & Cassius]

By: Jake CratesCategory: Music
After dropping their collaborative Batman & Robin mixtape back in 2009, J Money and Yung L.A. are back with a brand new single off their follow-up mixtape. Produced by Zaytoven and Cassius, J Money and L.A. offer up the first single off Batman & Robin 2 titled “700 JayZ”. The mixtape is hosted by DJ E.Sudd, DJ Jay Rock, and DJ Plugg, and will drop via LiveMixtapes.

 

Franc Grams – "For the Kill"

By: Jake CratesCategory: Music

Franc Grams continues to drop off heaters. After committing some “Deadly Sins” with Trae Tha Truth, the Connecticut emcee is back with “For the Kill 2.” A Lando Beats-produced gem that finds Franc addressing issues with loved ones, being snubbed by Joe Budden, and more. The Premonition arrives in December.

Bettie Grind- "Beastie Boys"

By: Rea Davis @IamReaDavisCategory: Music

Charlotte, N.C.’s own, Bettie Grind, is back with a new track entitled “Beastie Boys.” “Beastie Boys” is a completely different record from anything out right now in the industry. It’s today’s version of what Rick Rubin was doing for Run DMC, L. L. and obviously The Beastie Boys. Bettie says he created this record in about 30 minutes. It was like the lyrics were already put together in his head. Right now in Hip Hop it seems that artists aren’t taking chances as much. “Beastie Boys” is driven by an electric guitar and heavy bass line. It’s not the typical 1, 2, 3, A, B, C record from everyday today on radio and mp3. This isn’t a record strictly for the south; it’s a record for the masses. His upcoming album “This Real Life” album aka #TRL is all about solidifying himself as an artist to be put in comparison with the top 5 dead or alive. His album will be out soon.

Take a listen below.

Young Memph Ft. DJ Blu – "Shame On Hip-Hop Fa Leaving Out My DJs"

By: Scooby Wilson (@mcscoobins)Category: Music

Where would we be without the DJ? Tennessee native Young Memph, along with Atlanta’s DJ Blu, come together to show love to one of the most valuable positions in hip-hop that many in the current generation undervalue — the DJ. With production that goes jackin’ for beats, Memph puts his heart on wax and aims directly at the emcees before him that started the trend of phasing out the DJ.

Freddie Gibbs Names His Favorite Revolutionaries

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: News

(AllHipHop News) Indiana emcee Freddie Gibbs may also be known as “Gangsta Gibbs,” but the co-creator of this year’s well-received album Piñata with Madlib wants the world to know that he is actually RBG – revolutionary but gangsta. While doing an interview with Montreality, Gibbs presented his favorite advocates for social change.

[ALSO READ: Hip-Hop Rumors: Freddie Gibbs Claps Back At Jim Jones]

“I got Huey Newton tattooed on my back. I just read Assata Shakur’s book, so she’s probably my favorite right now. Her, George L. Jackson, Eldridge Cleaver, Bobby Seale, Che Guevara –  it’s a lot of people,” said Gibbs. “I definitely read a lot of literature on those people. [I’m] definitely well versed on what they do and the principles that they had. I’m into it.”

On the gangsta side of things, Gibbs gave his definition of a true “G.” According to the “Thuggin” rapper, being a gangsta is not about drug dealing or committing violent acts.

“[A ‘G’ is] just a motherf**ker that do what he’s supposed to do and take care of his family. That’s it,” explained Gibbs. “That don’t mean you sell drugs or no dumb s**t like that. That don’t mean you kill nobody, you carry no gun, or no dumb s**t like that. That don’t mean none of that. It’s you staying to you, and you doing what the f**k you’re supposed to do. And staying the f**k out of my motherf**king way.”

[ALSO READ: Freddie Gibbs Responds To Criticism His “Thuggin” Video Sends A Negative Message To Kids]

Watch Freddie Gibbs’ interview below.

The Lox Talk New Mixtape, Ma$e Returning To Rap & Gangster Pastors (POLL)

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: News

(AllHipHop News) Veteran rap group The Lox recently gifted their fans with the 11-track free project The Trinity (3rd Sermon). The Yonkers trio visited The Breakfast Club to talk about the third installment in their Trinity series. They also discussed another former Bad Boy artist’s decision to step back into the Hip Hop spotlight.

[ALSO READ: The Lox Ft. Sevyn Streeter “Remember”]

Sheek Louch, Styles P, and Jadakiss revealed Ma$e wanted to jump on a remix to their mixtape’s closing song “No Selfies.” The conversation eventually turned to the Harlem rapper’s return to rapping after spending time as a pastor.

“I still call him Murda,” said Sheek. “I just showed Kiss the other day his sermon. Ma$e used to preach to thousands of people.”

“That killed me looking at that,” responded Kiss. “They’re lucky I wasn’t there. I would have burst out [laughing]. They would have escorted me out of that joint.”

When co-host Charlamagne Tha God shared he previously told Ma$e that the public is having a hard time following him because his professional shifts may make him come off as inauthentic, Styles offered a different perspective.

“It ain’t that, cause mostly even gangster rappers rap about God, hard life, and some connection to the God of creation,” said Styles.

“There’s no such thing as a gangster pastor though,” added Jadakiss.

“I would have to disagree with you brother. They got the collection plate running. That’s gangster,” said Styles.

[ALSO READ: Less Than 300 People Show Up To Ma$e’s Show In London; Foxy Brown Comments]

Watch The Lox interview and take our poll below.

DJ Just Dizle – "Throwback Thursdays Mix #8" (Bone Thugs-N-Harmony Edition)

By: Scooby Wilson (@mcscoobins)Category: Music

Before Lebron James, The Forest City that is Cleveland had this legendary supergroup discovered by Eazy-E called Bone Thugs-N-Harmony and this week’s Throwback Thursday mix is dedicated to them. Tracklist and stream below.

Tracklist:
01 – Mr. Bill Collector
02 – Buddah Lovaz
03 – East 1999
04 – Thuggish Ruggish Bone (U-Neek’ Remix)
05 – It’s All Real
06 – Breakdown
07 – Thug Luv
08 – Creepin On Ah Come Up
09 – Mo’ Murder
10 – Thug Mentality
11 – Crept And We Came
12 – World So Cruel
13 – 1st of tha Month (DJ Premiers Phat Remix)
14 – Celebration Remix
15 – Flow Motion
16 – Everyday Thang
17 – Look into My Eyes
18 – Gun Blast
19 – P.O.D.
20 – Mo’ Murda
21 – Mo’ Murda
22 – Down ’71 (The Gataway)
23 – Notorious Thugs
24 – Days of Our Livez
25 – Resurrection (Paper, Paper)
26 – Shortz To Tha Double Glock
27 – Def Dick
28 – Can’t Give It Up (Rock Remix)
29 – Ain’t Nothing Changed
30 – No Surrender
31 – Land Of Tha Heartless
32 – The Points
33 – Handle The Vibe
34 – Body Rott
35 – 2 Glocks (DJ U-Neek Remix)
36 – Hip-Hop Baby

Hip-Hop Rumors: Did Erica Mean Skip Out On Tab?

By: KubeezzCategory: Rumors

Bow Wow may be showering LHHNY star Erica Mena with expensive gifts, but maybe next time he should just hand over some cash.

A source for MediaTakeout says the reality star had a birthday celebration at their job at racked up a pricey bill:

“My job has these events once a month. Last night it was an Erica Mena birthday celebration and she racked up a bill a little over $500 then walked out on it.

We were hoping it was an honest mistake but by her reaction via Instagram I’m almost sure it was purposely done.

She deleted the comment left on her post about it have no explanation/apology and unfollowed my coworker who left the comment. So wack and disrespectful and my coworker who had the tab with her is at risk for termination”

Erica_Thief1Photo Courtesy Of: MediaTakeout

 

Cam'ron Talks Pulling Out A Real Gun During "Paid In Full" Audition (VIDEO)

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: News

(AllHipHop News) “First movie ever, murked out Mekhi Phife,” rapped Cam’ron on “I Really Mean It.” The Dipset emcee was referring to his 2002 movie Paid In Full which starred Cam, Mekhi Phifer, and Wood Harris. The film was produced by Roc-A-Fella Films under the guidance of the Roc’s co-founder Dame Dash.

[ALSO READ: Roc-A-Fella’s “Paid In Full” Still Changes the Game 10 Years Later]

Cam’ron and Dame sat down with Hip Hop Motivation to discuss the fictional motion picture based on the lives of Harlem drug dealers Alpo Martinez, Rich Porter, and Azie “AZ” Faison. Cam reveals he took an extra step in order to ensure he got the role of Rico.

“I was talking to Dame recently about how I want to find my audition tape. I basically wanted the part so bad when I came to audition and did the reading I had a real gun on me,” stated Cam. “It was a part in the script where I pulled out a gun. I was like, ‘I really wanted them to know – the readers, Dame, everybody.’ I pulled out the gun and the guy who was ready was like, ‘Yo,’ and Dame was like, ‘Chill.’ I was trying to get the part [laughs].”

Cam then added that Dame fought for him to make the movie even though the filmmakers wanted to go with someone else. Dame then explained how Harris getting the part of Ace was connected to Cam’ron being chosen for the film.

“The trade-off was Wood Harris to play AZ. To be honest, in the beginning I didn’t think he could pull it off because he wasn’t from Harlem. He had to spend two weeks with A,” said Dame. “If he could do it then, I’ll let him be AZ, but you gotta let Cam be Rico’s part. That s**t kinda worked out.”

[ALSO READ: Dame Dash Explains Why Looking Like You’re Losing Can Really Be A Win]

Watch Cam’ron and Dame Dash’s interview below.

Par-City – "People Power"

By: Scooby Wilson (@mcscoobins)Category: Music

Power to the people at last! Par-City presents People Power, which is comprised exclusively of remixes requested by you the loyal Par-Citizens. Including a special introduction by Peter Rosenberg, with production from The Arsenals and a special feature from R&B sensation Tay Bell, People Power gives a fresh twist on some of your favorite songs, including cuts like Big Sean’s “IDFWU,” Jeezy’s “Seen It All,” and classics like Janet Jackson’s “Rhythm Nation,” People Power has something for every music fan.

Robin Leach Passes The "Lifestyles Of The Rich & Famous" Torch To Nick Cannon

By: @SimplyCeciliaCategory: News

“To up close and personal with Robin Leach…”

Prior to the explosion of reality TV and internet fame, in the late 80s and early 90s “Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous” became a hotspot for entertainers, athletes and moguls to flaunt their lavish lifestyles, giving fans an exclusive look into how their favorite celebrities lived off-camera.

Now the show is preparing to make a comeback, as Nick Cannon has been tapped to take over the series originally made famous by Robin Leach.

Cannon revealed to E! News, “Robin Leach passed the torch to me, now I’m producing and hosting the new “Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous. You know what? I think rich and famous people take themselves too seriously. I’m gonna be just like I am on this show (America’s Got Talent.) I’ll be like, ‘what the hell? Gold toilet seats?! Let’s pop bottles.’ “

 

Kendrick Lamar Explains Name Change + Talks Being Inspired By Malcolm X

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: News

(AllHipHop News) Before Kendrick Lamar was viewed by many as the new “King of the West Coast” he was rapping under the name K. Dot. The Compton emcee eventually dropped that moniker and started using his birth name. Kendrick spoke with The Madd Hatta Morning Show about switching his handle.

[ALSO READ: Kendrick Lamar Explains Why He Is Not Interested In Battling With Drake]

“K. Dot comes from the neighborhood. Just being a kid in the city, so I started rapping under that name,” explained Kendrick. “I said to myself I don’t wanna be known for just spitting raps. I wanna be known for something a little bit more, so why not start with people identifying with who I am from the jump.”

After adopting his government name Kendrick went on to release the critically acclaimed Section.80. The project featured the J. Cole-produced  track “HiiiPoWeR.” The song opens with Kendrick spitting, “Visions of Martin Luther staring at me/Malcolm X put a hex on my future someone catch me/I’m falling victim to a revolutionary song.”

During the discussion with Madd Hatta, Kendrick revealed that The Autobiography of Malcolm X is a book that greatly influenced him. One of the themes of the Malcolm and Alex Haley co-authored memoir is the ability of a person to change with experience – evidenced by Malcolm’s personal transformation after visiting Mecca and Africa. Kendrick touched on how he drew inspiration on that idea from the 1965 best-seller.

“I think for me it’s about communicating with people. I was one of those kids – six, seven years old – having full conversation with grown people that were in the party,” said Kendrick. “So taking that lifestyle and going across the world and talking to other people from different cultures and walks of life, it gives you a little bit more wisdom.”

[ALSO READ: Kendrick Lamar Is Returning to SNL]

Listen to Kendrick Lamar’s interview below.

Marchitect- "Everything"- Official Music Video

By: AllHipHop StaffCategory: Multimedia / Video

Yaheard Records Presents…Marchitect- “Everything”- Official Music Video. From the forthcoming album “The OverNight People”, this new visual was filmed around the world as Marchitect toured with The 49ers and on his own. This hard hitting, yet smooth track, will give Hip Hop Lovers, world wide something to nod their heads too. The song was produced, written and recorded by Marchitect