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ASAP Rocky Previews A Verse From Upcoming Album 'A.L.L.A' (VIDEO)

By: Tanay Hudson (@NYStateOfMind2) Updated Category: News
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A$AP Rocky’s sophomore project, A.L.L.A,  is on its way and during a photo shoot with fashion mag GQ, Pretty Flacko gave fans a preview of what’s to come.

[ALSO READ: ASAP Rocky To Headline Red Bull Music Academy Festival In May]

While rocking threads from Dior Homme, Rag & Bone, Prada, J. Crew and Gucci, the “Multiply” rapper spit bars from a track off the album, which does not have a release date yet. Rocky recently told Billboard that his album is completed and is being mastered. Features include singer FKA Twigs and Lykke Li and is executive produced by Juicy J and the late A$AP Yams.

Watch the video below.

Did Young Thug & Travis Scott Get Confronted By Some VA Goons?

By: ClassicOne Updated Category: Rumors
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Photos via Young Thug & Travis Scott’s Instagram

Travis Scott has been getting on stage and dissing a lot of artists lately. It’s one thing to diss an artist, and another to diss an artist in their home state. Travis Scott reportedly said “F*ck Trey Songz” at his concert in Norfolk, Virginia. If you don’t know, Trigga Trey is from Virginia. After the concert, some guys surrounded Young Thug and Travis Scott’s tour bus. According to them, Young Thug was on the bus and wouldn’t come off. No one was harmed, and the police were called so the two rappers could leave.

Check out some footage from the incident and hear DJ Akademiks speak about what went down below.

Ray J Quits 'Love And Hip Hop: Hollywood' To Save His Relationship

By: Tanay Hudson (@NYStateOfMind2) Updated Category: News
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Love & Hip Hop: Hollywood has lost a cast member.

TMZ reports that on Monday (Mar. 23) Ray J left the show because it is having a negative impact on his relationship with girlfriend, Princess Love. The two have been trying to work out the kinks in their relationship ever since Love was arrested for assaulting Ray back in February. The “I Hit It First” singer does not think the two can fully fix things while filming the show, which is filled with fights and chaos.

Sources told the pap site that Ray J offered to film scenes with less drama and more positivity but producers were not feeling his ideas.

Producers are reportedly going to meet with him and his manager to get him to change his mind.

Is Chris Brown Considering Cohabiting With His Daughter's Mother?

By: ClassicOne Updated Category: Rumors
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Photo via TMZ/Getty Composite

Is Chris Brown taking his father duties serious? Does he plan to move his daughter and her mother Nia into his home?

Side note: Are we the only ones that still wonder has a paternity test been done?

According to Hollywood Life:

They have learned that Breezy’s 9-month-old daughter, Royalty, and her mother, Nia Amey, may be moving in! A source told Hollywood life that Brown and Amey’s relationship is a lot stronger now that they have a better understanding. “And yes, her living with him – it’s on his mind and he’s trying to figure out just how that would work. He knows Nia wants to move to LA. It’s a lot cheaper for him to move her in with him that it would be to set her up on her own,” adds the source. Fortunately, it’s not just financial reasons that could influence Chris’ living arrangement. For the new father, Chris’ main reason for inviting Nia to move into his home would be for Royalty’s sake.

“That doesn’t mean he’s about to start sleeping with her again or even laying in the same bed. It ain’t going to be like that. If he did this, Nia would have her own separate room. No funny business would go on. It would be for the sake of the baby only,” the source continues. “He’s not sure how it would work, but he’s going to make it happen. If there’s one thing in his life he’s going to take seriously, it’s his daughter,” revealed the insider. “Chris is actually really glad and thankful he has a daughter. He’s told Tyga “for once in my life, I can’t be selfish. It ain’t even about me no more, it’s about Royalty now,” our source tells us.

I don’t think anyone is surprised that Chris Brown got someone pregnant by now………but this chick? We’ll keep you posted.

PREMIERE: JP One Ft. Boldy James – "City Under Siege"

By: Scooby Wilson (@mcscoobins) Updated Category: Videos
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Detroit lyricist and Gifted & Talented, LLC. founder and CEO, JP ONE (short for Jackpot Tha Chosen One) presents the music video for “City Under Seige”, the new single featuring Boldy James from Fire & Brimstone, his forthcoming project also featuring Chel Strong, Pierre Anthony, Nep Jennings, Street Pacino, Motivation, Gain Green, and Rail Fresh. The production on the first installment of a trilogy set to be released this year is largely handled by his personal DJ/Producer, Pig Pen, but BJ Gates, Flamin Lacez, and SPC Productions also lend a hand. The clip for “City Under Seige” comes on the heels of the video for first single “Win Or Lose”.

Following the death of his father at five months, JP spent most of his childhood in foster homes and juveniles. In his early teens, he was signed to Motown legend Barrett Strong’s Blarritt Records, but soon after found himself facing a nine-year armed robbery conviction. He released a mixtape exactly four weeks after his release. Three years later, he has several mixtapes under his belt, including Gifted & Talented and I Am Legend. He was recently nominated for Best Hip-Hop Artist at the Detroit Underground Hip-Hop Awards, while Gifted & Talented was nominated for best full-length project. Fire & Brimstone is out now on Gifted & Talented, LLC.

Jimmy Henchman Sentenced To Life Term For Murder Of G-Unit Associate

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: News
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(AllHipHop News) James “Jimmy Henchman” Rosemond has been sentenced to life in prison after being convicted for the murder of G-Unit associate and alleged Bloods member Lowell “Lodi Mack” Fletcher. In December, a jury found Rosemond guilty of orchestrating the killing of Fletcher as retaliation for his then 14-year-old son being attacked by G-Unit’s Tony Yayo.

[ALSO READ: Jimmy Henchman Found Guilty In “Murder-For-Hire” Plot Against G-Unit Associate]

According to the New York Post, Manhattan federal Judge Colleen McMahon called Rosemond’s acts “heinous” as she handed down the sentencing. Rosemond is already serving a life sentence for drug trafficking and weapons possession convictions. Authorities accused him of running the criminal enterprise known as the “Rosemond Organization.”

Rosemond was also the CEO of Czar Entertainment which had connections with Game, Gucci Mane, Brandy, and other artists. He had a longstanding violent feud with 50 Cent and G-Unit as well. Both 50 and Rosemond have accused the other of being a “snitch.”

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

Iggy Azalea Expresses 2Pac, OutKast & Missy Elliott Are Among Her Favorite Acts (VIDEO)

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: News
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(AllHipHop News) Australian rapper Iggy Azalea was ask a ton of random questions as part of Vogue‘s “73 Questions” interview series. Among the topics were the “Fancy” performer’s pick for the world’s best music video, what she would ask the late 2Pac if she met him, and which artist was her greatest influence.

[ALSO READ: Is Iggy Azalea’s “The Great Escape Tour” In Trouble?]

Best Music Video In The World:

[OutKast’s] “Bombs Over Baghdad”

If she could assemble a Hip Hop festival, who would headline:

Missy Elliott, I love her.

If she could meet 2Pac, what would she ask him:

I’d ask him – in every detail – what happened the night he passed away.

Song she wish she had written:

[OutKast’s] “Aquemini”

Artist she’d like to collaborate with:

I’d love to collaborate with Andre 3000.

Her favorite song of all time:

My favorite song of all time is 2Pac’s “Baby Don’t Cry.” It made me fall in love with rap music.

On album people would be surprised to know she owns:

[People would] probably be surprised to hear I own a Field Mob album.

Artist that influenced her the most:

For female rappers, Missy Elliott all the way.

[ALSO READ: Iggy Azalea Says She Didn’t Want To Win The Grammy + Questions Why Eminem Didn’t Receive Backlash (VIDEO)]

Watch “73 Questions with Iggy Azalea” below.

Kendrick Lamar Performs Surprise Concert On A Moving Truck (VIDEO)

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: News
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(AllHipHop News) Back in December Kendrick Lamar teamed with Reebok for the “I Am” video presentation. The two brands joined forces again last night for a surprise concert in West Hollywood. The only prior information about the event came via K. Dot’s Twitter page at 8 pm local time.

[ALSO READ: Kendrick Lamar Partners With Reebok; Recites “I Am” In Promo Video]

It turns out the TDE rapper was inviting fans to see him perform on top of a moving flatbed truck. Kendrick ran through tracks from his albums good kid, m.A.A.d. city and To Pimp A Butterfly. He also did a cover of 2Pac’s classic “Hail Mary.” The shocking set-up was reportedly part of Reebok’s #GetPumped campaign.

[ALSO READ: Kendrick Lamar Moves 318K; First Week Sales]

Watch footage from Kendrick Lamar’s surprise concert below.

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Turk Talks Juvenile Re-Signing With Cash Money + Reuniting With The Hot Boys & Mannie Fresh

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: News
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(AllHipHop News) “Cash Money Records taking over for the 99 to the 2000s,” said Juvenile on his Top 20 hit “Back That Azz Up.” Since the release of that song in 1999, the label has had its fair share of legal drama with the original members Juve, Lil Wayne, and Turk.

Both Wayne and Turk are currently suing Cash Money in separate lawsuits, but after his own troubles with CMB, Juvenile has returned to the company. During an interview with Atlanta’s Hot 107.9., Turk was asked about Juve’s decision to re-sign with Cash Money.

[ALSO READ: Juvenile Talks Signing Back With Cash Money, Shares Thoughts On Lil Wayne Vs Label]

“I guess Juve did what was best for him,” Turk responded. “Sometimes you gotta make moves that’s best for you and your family. What’s best for me and my family is what I’m doing. That probably was a good move for him.”

Turk also announced he and Juvenile are getting together for an upcoming performance. Fellow Hot Boy Wayne and former Cash Money in-house producer Mannie Fresh will be reconnecting with the “Wodie” rapper as well.

“As far as me and Juvie, we have a show coming up April 23 in Jacksonville, Florida,” said Turk. “Me and Wayne got a few shows coming up – April 4, April 8. Mannie Fresh is going to be on the one on April 8. We’re doing things together.”

Does this mean a Hot Boys reunion may be on the way? According to Turk, there is still one large piece of the puzzle missing.

“I want to put it all together. With BG being incarcerated, it ain’t gonna come together like it needs to come together until he gets back,” added Turk. “A Hot Boys reunion tour – the fans, they need to see that. In the meantime, it’s the young Hot Boys, old Hot Boys movement.”

[ALSO READ: EXCLUSIVE: Cash Money Records Seeks Extension For Lawsuit Filed By Hot Boy Turk]

Empire Distribution Responds To Fox Network's Lawsuit Over "Empire" Show

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: News
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(AllHipHop News) News broke recently that San Francisco-based Empire Distribution filed a lawsuit against Twentieth Century Fox over the hit television show Empire. Fox then counter-sued the indie label in an attempt to get the original suit dismissed. Ghazi Shami, CEO of Empire Distribution, has issued a statement regarding the legal battle with the network.

[ALSO READ: A Record Label Claims FOX Stole Their Name For ‘Empire’]

Shami says:

FOX’s Empire television program has created significant confusion with Empire’s products and services. Customers, artists and business partners have all expressed confusion to my employees, artists, and me as to whether the Empire program has any affiliation or business relationship with Empire. It does not.

Fox, through the Empire program, advertises, distributes, and streams music and sells downloads under the “Empire” mark.  This music shares the same search terms as Empire’s music, the musical genres are identical, and the songs and albums are positioned in close proximity in online outlets such as iTunes, Google Play, Amazon.com, and Spotify. It isn’t just a fictional show; they are functioning as a record label in the real world. This only makes the public confusion worse.

According to a press release, Shami’s Empire was founded in 2010. The company has offices in San Francisco, New York, and Atlanta. Empire distribution has reportedly released over 10,000 albums, 5,000 music videos and 100,000 songs.

Since its founding in 2010, Empire Distribution has assisted with the release of projects by artists such as Kendrick Lamar, Snoop Dogg, Cam’ron, Jim Jones, Too $hort, T.I., The Game, Sage The Gemini, Migos and Rich Homie Quan. The company also focuses on R&B acts.

“We are confident that this is a textbook trademark infringement case,” states Michael Hobbs of Troutman Sanders LLP, the law firm representing Empire Distribution. “Empire was started over five years before the first broadcast of the show, the marks are identical, and they sell the same products to the same customers. The significant number of incidents of actual public confusion is disturbing.”

Empire contends the company attempted to contact Fox on several occasions in order to resolve the issue. Hobbs adds, “The only alternative with which we are left is to litigate, which we will do vigorously to protect our client’s valuable rights.”

[ALSO READ: “Empire” Season Finale Draws Biggest Ratings For A New Series In A Decade]

 

Kendrick Lamar Moves 318K; First Week Sales

By: yourfavenightmare Updated Category: News
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The numbers are in for Kendrick Lamar.

The TDE/Aftermath/Interscope rapper moved a total of 318k units sold of his To Pimp a Butterfly to top the charts. His SPS (Sales Plus Streaming) numbers were pushed up to 355k for the first week, according to Hits Daily Double.

The streaming numbers are strong, as fans listened to To Pimp a Butterfly 9.6 million times on Spotify. He set the record for the most worldwide streams in a day for a new album.

Kendrick’s album leaked early and Top Dawg’s CEO Anthony Tiffith blamed Interscope for the alleged error.

Kid Ink- On The Road Again My Own Lane European Tour Pt. 2

By: styoung1business Updated Category: Trending
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In August 2014 Kid Ink embarked on a 47 city 60 day European Tour to promote his “My Own Lane” album. This film follows Kid Ink and his team throughout the entire 2 month expedition

 

40 Glocc Details Fight With Game & Current State of Lawsuit

By: styoung1business Updated Category: Trending
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40 Glocc sat down with VladTV and explained his now infamous fight with Compton rapper Game, his definition of snitching, and the current state of his lawsuit against the “How We Do” rapper.