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Nikko Lafre – "4AM"

The Minnesota native has been in Miami working like crazy as Nikko Lafre looks to keep everything moving exactly as planned with the new release of “4AM”. Find Nikko creating yet another record that will have fans fully hype for the release of the artists highly anticipated project “Troubled Soul” slated for a release of April 22nd.

The moves and opportunities in store for the young 20 year old artist are endless and expect young Nikko to take total control throughout the rest of 2015. With another single type record from the artist in which he utilizes his story mode type flow Nikko discusses his late night/early morning missions. Certainly one of the most slept on diamonds in the game today, can’t hurt that he is only twenty and already has thrown together a massive die hard following and repertoire.

FRESH HEAT: DJ Spinatik Ft. Rich The Kid, Woop & Yung Dred – "Keeper 2.0"

DJ Spinatik releases a visual to Keeper 2.0 featuring Rich The Kid, Woop & Yung Dred. The song comes from his “Came From Nothin” project releasing April 8th.

HEATER OF THE DAY: Zack Ft. Rico Love & Velous – "Quiet On The Set (Remix)"

Since releasing the original back in February, Coke Boys Records owns Zack re-ups and recruits artist/platinum producer Rico Love and his CB labelmate Velous, the man behind Kanye West’s “All Day”, for the remix to “Quiet On The Set”. Keep an eye out for the visual which is set to be released soon.

Tinashe – "All Hands On Deck" (VIDEO)

Tinashe is back with a visual for her latest single “All Hands On Deck”, off her debut album ‘Aquarius’. Catch Tinashe on Nicki Minaj’s “Pinkprint Tour” alongside Meek Mill, Rae Srummurd & Dej Loaf kicking off July 17.

Lusive – "Ain't In My Way"

Upstart Bronx native Lusive is back today as he delivers his new single, “Ain’t In My Way.” Lusive has a creative way of blending that classic Hip-Hop feel with the Hipster wave that is NYC. He does a great job of being creative in his delivery and even incorporates some lyrics from “Forget About Dre” as well.

The theme for “Ain’t In My Way” describes how situational haters are the first ones to kick you when your down. Keeping his eyes on the prize, Lusive holds a lyrical exercise from beginning to end with money being the motive.

Jabee Ft. Fat Tony & Chopps – "Hot Sauce"

The OKC Emmy award winner, Jabee, lets a loosie free from his new ep dropping soon with Droop-E (E-40’s son).
Listen as Jabee raps about not regretting your past, but smiling because you lived it. The features from Fat Tony and Chopps remind us that just a drop of hot sauce makes it so much better.

Making of The Game's 'The Documentary II' (Part 1)

Check out some footage of Game working with Meek on ‘Soundtrack’. Also hear from both Cool & Dre as they speak on their chemistry with Game. Also get a glimpse of Cool’s cooking skills at the end.

Coachella Is Banning Social Media Posting

Photo by Christopher Polk Getty Images

Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival organizers may be placing a ban on the posting of any photos on social media before the festival’s opening day due to a leaked photo found on Reddit. This is to serve as a warning to vendors and artists who end up spoiling the surprises. We are sure this won’t work, especially in today’s age of “I was there” social media posting. Are you attending the festival this year?

Wale Teams Up With Diamond Supply For Capsule Collection

Wale’s latest album not only came with three different covers but it was also accompanied by a capsule collection. The DC spitter collaborated with Diamond Supply to release t-shirts and a hoodie adorned with The Album About Nothing‘s Seinfield-inspired logo.

taan tshirt

The collection is small but it’s far from cheap. TAAN t-shirts go for $38 while the hoodie goes for $88. Wale stans can purchase the garbs here.

taan hoodie

Check Out Highlights From BET's Black Girls Rock!

BET premiered their annual BLACK GIRLS ROCK! Award Show last night. The event celebrated six phenomenal women who represent the universal power, beauty, talent and humanity of Black girls all around the world. With performances from Jill Scott, Fantasia, Faith Evans, Lalah Hathaway and a special message from First Lady Michelle Obama, this must-see event will inspire the “rockin’ black girl” in every viewer! The event celebrated the beauty, power and tenacity of black women. Those honored included Jada Pinkett Smith, Erykah Badu, Cicely Tyson, “Selma” director Ava DuVernay, educator Nadia Lopez and Dr. Helene D. Gayle, president and CEO of CARE USA, a humanitarian organization. Smith implored black women to celebrate and be aware of their own strength. Tyson spoke to the resiliency of black women as she accepted her legacy award. DuVernay, whose civil rights drama “Selma” received an Academy Award nomination, implored women to “figure out what you need to do to be the heroine of your own story.”

Check out highlights from the show below!

Kanye West, Ludacris And More Headline Power 106's 'Powerhouse 2015' Concert

Power 106 has announced the all-star lineup for their annual Powerhouse concert. The headliner for this year’s festivities is Yeezus himself, Kanye West.

The roster is jampacked with other hitmakers like Ludacris, Kid Ink, Ty Dolla Sign, B.o.B,Tinashe, G Eazy, Nipsey Hu$$le, Logic, Casey Veggies and Tech N9ne. The concert hits The Honda Center in Anaheim, CA on May 16th.

Tickets will be up for presale on Wednesday, Apr. 8th and then officially go on sale  Thursday, Apr. 9th.

Chris Brown Pledges To Be Faithful If Karrueche Accepts Baby

Photo via Karrueche’s Instagram

Chris Brown has been pulling out all the stops as he tries to win his ex-boo Karrueche back. According to TMZ he has been reportedly calling Karrueche and all of her friends non-stop trying to make contact. It has also been said that Chris Brown pledges to be 100% faithful to Karrueche if she accepts the baby.

According to Hollywood Life:

After Karrueche gave Chris an ultimatum about being together forever, Chris has finally responded. He’s willing to commit to Kae 100 percent, but on one condition — that she accept his daughter Royalty into her life, HollywoodLife.com learned EXCLUSIVELY. Things between Chris Brown and Karrueche Tran without a doubt changed now that his 10-month-old daughter Royalty is in the picture. As Chris continues to try and win Karrueche back after she learned of his secret baby with another woman, Karrueche is finally ready to give Chris another chance — but Breezy has some conditions, too. “Chris responded to Karrueche and told her, ‘Yes, I only want to be with you and only you. I’m yours forever, bae. Me, you and Royalty. Can you accept me and my daughter?’” an insider tells HollywoodLife.com EXCLUSIVELY. “He sent her a text message and the words were in all capital letters.” However, Chris has showed way more maturity since Royalty came into his life. He recently revealed on Instagram that he’s had an “awakening” and is a changed person. “He’s desperately trying to work on himself,” our insider adds. “He’s trying to get his life under control for not only Karrueche, but for himself.”

We don’t believe you Breezy!

Nicki Minaj Hints At New Material Only Available On Tidal

After Beyonce’ released her new track “Die For You” in celebration of her 7-year wedding anniversary to Jay Z exclusively on his new streaming service,  Nicki Minaj teased that she will also be dropping some new material on Tidal as well.

Though she did not reveal what it is, she took to Twitter over the weekend to tell fans to be on the lookout for “exclusive footage.”

The Young Money femcee, along with Beyonce, Madonna, Rihanna, Alicia Keys, J. Cole and eight other musicians are part owners of the service, and they have promised to release exclusive content only on Tidal. Rihanna debuted her new single “American Oxygen” on the service today (Apr. 6) while Hova pulled his first album, Reasonable Doubt, from Spotify, which is now his competitor.

Wiz Khalifa Ft Charlie Puth – "See You Again"

After dropping visuals for “The Sleaze” yesterday, Wiz Khalifa is back with another video “See You Again” featuring Charlie Puth. “See You Again” lives on the “Furious 7” soundtrack.