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Nicki Minaj Sued For Arriving Late To NBA All Star Game Weekend Performance

By: Keith Nelson Jr (@JusAire)Category: Headlines

(AllHipHop News) Hopefully The Pinkprint has explanations on how to deal with tardiness. Earlier this week, Nicki Minaj was sued by event producers IMP Entertainment for arriving late to a performance during the 2011 NBA All Star Weekend.

According to the suit filed by Cahuenga, Inc in Manhattan Supreme Court in representation of IMP Entertainment, it states that Nicki was scheduled to perform at midnight for an hour at Hollywood’s Siren Studios on February 19th, 2011 for an hour. However, the suit alleges that Minaj not only arrived 90 minutes after her scheduled start time, but the YMCMB MC performed for less than 30 minutes.

The suit claims that Minaj was paid $53,050 prior to the concert.

Minaj and Trey Songz were scheduled to headline a show at Siren Studios that was set to end at 2 A.M., which is 30 minutes after Minaj arrived.

Lil Wayne Does Not Think Lebron James Will Make The NBA Finals This Year (VIDEO)

By: Keith Nelson Jr (@JusAire)Category: Uncategorized

(AllHipHop News) Change is the only constant unless you’re talking about the Eastern Conference in the past four years. During his interview on ESPN’s First Take, Lil Wayne explains why Lebron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers will not make the NBA Finals this year, why Aaron Rodgers is a better quarterback than Peyton Manning and more.

After Lebron James joined the Miami Heat in 2010, he appeared in every single NBA Finals for the next four years. When asked if Lebron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers will appear in the 2015 NBA Finals, Weezy clarified that they would make the playoffs and the Chicago Bulls are the reason he is hesitant to place the Cavaliers in the NBA Finals.

Lil Wayne did remark that Lebron’s former team, The Miami Heat, will be contenders for the NBA championship. One of the reasons for Wayne’s confidence in the Miami Heat is a rejuvenation of the Heat point guard, Mario Chalmers:

I think Chalmers is a different player this year. I think Charlmers is a beast. I think everybody know that Chalmers and Bron didn’t see eye to eye. Bron gone. Bron gone. We going to see a different Chalmers.

The NBA season begins October 28th, the same day Lil Wayne is scheduled to release Tha Carter V.

Ferguson Police Chief Identifies Officer Who Shot Michael Brown

By: Keith Nelson Jr (@JusAire)Category: Headlines

(AllHipHop News) The first step in justice for 18 year old Michael Brown. Earlier today (August 15th) , Ferguson Police chief Tom Jackson identified the police officer who fatally shot Michael Brown.

According to Jackson at a news conference held earlier today, six year veteran Darren Wilson was the cop who shot Brown last Saturday (August 9th). Wilson’s name was hidden for almost a week due to safety concerns and he is currently on paid administrative leave.

Jackson states that Wilson was responding to a strong-arm robbery at a Ferguson convenience store when he encountered Brown and Dorian Johnson. Jackson did not disclose if Brown was a suspect in the robbery. Jackson states that either Brown or Johnson attempted to grab Wilson’s gun before the officer shot Brown.

No word on if Wilson will face criminal charges.

The NBA Deny They Asked The Toronto Raptors To Fire Drake Over Kevin Durant Comments

By: Keith Nelson Jr (@JusAire)Category: Headlines

(AllHipHop News) This must have got lost in translation. The NBA has denied reports that they asked the Toronto Raptors to remove Drake as its global ambassador following a $25k fine it incurred due to Drake’s “public recruiting” of Kevin Durant.

The NBA’s senior vice president of basketball communications released a statement to The Canadian Press on Wednesday (August 13th) informing them that “as the Raptors’ global ambassador, Drake must follow our anti-tampering rules.” The statement also categorically refutes claims that the NBA offered to remove the fine if the Raptors relinquished Drake of his “global ambassador” title:

At no point did we suggest his title be removed but we were clear that as long as he acted as a representative of the team, he is subject to the league’s rules

During his OVO Fest earlier this month, Drake informed the crowd in Toronto that Kevin Durant was at the event. The anti-tampering violation came when he asked the crowd to help “[Kevin Durant] see what would happen if he came to play in Toronto.”

J. Cole – "Be Free" (Michael Brown Tribute)

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: Headlines

J. Cole releases the new track “Be Free” inspired by the tragic killing of Michael Brown in Ferguson, Missouri.

“Rest in Peace to Michael Brown and to every young black man murdered in America, whether by the hands of white or black. I pray that one day the world will be filled with peace and rid of injustice. Only then will we all Be Free,” states Cole.

T.I. Speaks On Tiny's "What the F*ck You Gon Do?”; Faces Lawsuit Over Stage Equipment

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: MOBILE

(AllHipHop News) When Tameka “Tiny” Harris released her new song “What The F**k You Gon Do?” speculation began instantly that the track was directed at her husband Clifford “T.I.” Harris.

The reality show couple had reportedly been going through marriage troubles, and the theme of “WTFYGD” played right into the story line that Tip and Tiny were playing out their issues publicly.

[ALSO READ: Tiny Addresses Floyd Mayweather’s Press Conference Comments]

T.I. spoke with MTV about Tiny’s single. When the Atlanta rapper was first asked about  “What The F**k You Gon Do?” he replied by saying he had “no reaction” to the track and called it “comedy.”

The Hustle Gang boss did reveal that Tiny asked him if he wanted to review the song before it was released, but Tip said he decided to experience hearing the single with the rest of the general public. He now thinks the audience’s reaction to “What The F**k You Gon Do?” has been positive.

“I’ve been hearing very very good things about it, [from] people in the community, just saying that it’s a lot better than the stuff they’ve been hearing lately — so that’s good,” added Tip. “[Tiny] kinda has her own ideas about business so I stay out of it.”

While The Family Hustle clan’s latest music moves may have been received positively, T.I. does have other personal matters that has to address as well.

According to TMZ, Tip is being sued over a $50,000 stage roll drop he used during the “America’s Most Wanted Tour” with Lil Wayne. The company that owns the equipment claims the “About The Money” rhymer never returned it and is seeking twice the value of the screen.

[ALSO READ: T.I. Speaks On “Nicki vs Kim” & “Nicki vs Iggy”]

Watch Tiny’s video for “What The F*ck You Gon Do?” below.

"YOLO" Added To Oxford English Dictionary

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: MOBILE

(AllHipHop News) “Now she want a photo. You already know though. You only live once ‒ that’s the motto n***a YOLO,” raps Drake on the Take Care single “The Motto.” The acronym, which became commonly used in Twitter hashtags and online memes, has now been added to the online Oxford Dictionary.

[ALSO READ: Drake & Lil Wayne Get Fans Involved In Head-To-Head Matchup (VIDEO/POLL)]

The Oxford Dictionaries defines YOLO:

You only live once (expressing the view that one should make the most of the present moment without worrying about the future, and often used as a rationale for impulsive or reckless behavior)

Other abbreviated phrases like ICYMI (in case you missed it), FML (f**k my life), and SMH (shaking my head) joined YOLO in the 2014 edition of Oxford. Additional new words include amazeballs, sideboob, binge-watch, and hate-watch.

While some news outlets are crediting Drake for popularizing the word, it should be noted that Rick Ross also used YOLO on the track “Lord Knows” which appeared on Take Care as well.

During the song’s interlude Ross says, “You know I love this. YOLO – you only live once. I’m going so hard my n***a. I swear homie. Everyday is another opportunity to reach that goal.”

Last year’s Oxford Dictionaries Online saw the inclusion of twerking, selfie, digital detox, and badassery.

[ALSO READ: “Twerking” Added To Oxford Dictionary]

Watch the video for “The Motto” below.

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Loaded Lux Says "Eminem Vs Nas" & "Eminem Vs Jay Z" Battles Are Coming (VIDEO/POLL)

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: Headlines

(AllHipHop News) The popularity of battle rap has become so big, a legend of the culture believes it is inevitable that Hip Hop heavyweights like Eminem, Nas, and Jay Z will jump into the ring.

Speaking with VladTV, Loaded Lux discusses how the sport is at another level at this point and mainstream rappers are going to want to participate.

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[ALSO READ: Loaded Lux’s Busta Rhymes/Meek Mill Diss Track “Burning Bridges” Hits The Net]

“[Battle rap in big venues] is becoming the new normal. Why Meek Mill couldn’t jump in there with Lil Wayne? It’s so many that could do it. Everybody in Slaughterhouse could do it,” said Lux. “Eminem, come on he’s from that. Let him get a big enough playing field. Em versus Nas, or Em versus Jay – it’s coming.”

According to Lux, the public’s interest in battle rap equals opportunities to make a lot of money, so artists and companies will want to tap into that commercial potential.

“[If] people just stop buying albums, and they start paying just to see battles. What you think the game gonna do?” asked the Harlem native.

[ALSO READ: Profiles In Battle Rap: Murda Mook]

Watch Loaded Lux’s interview and take the poll below.

Childish Gambino Goes On Twitter Rant About Social Media Activism & Wanting To Be A White Rapper

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: Headlines

(AllHipHop News) Childish Gambino (aka Donald Glover) has spent the last few days sharing his thoughts about his personal experiences of being a black man in America and the criticism he has received by some observers that he is “a white rapper.”

[ALSO READ: Childish Gambino Calls Out Drake, Kendrick Lamar & Schoolboy Q (VIDEO)]

The former star of Community took on the label and began tweeting about what he felt are the advantages of being a white rapper, advantages Gambino expresses he does not receive as an African-American performer.

[ALSO READ: David Banner Discusses Difference Between Cops Killing Black Men & Black-On-Black Murder (VIDEO)]

Read parts of CG’s “poem” and response below.

Authorities To Release Name Of Mike Brown's Killer; Less Police Action At Overnight Protests

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: Headlines

(AllHipHop News) It took nearly a week, but according to CNN the Ferguson Police Department will officially reveal the name of the officer that killed Michael Brown. The hacktivist network Anonymous claimed to have already found and published the officer’s name, but authorities say that information was inaccurate.

[ALSO READ: Mike Brown’s Killer Name Revealed by Anonymous]

There was another major development in the situation in Ferguson, Missouri in the last day. Heavy-handed police tactics against protesters were not used overnight. Gov. Jay Nixon put Missouri State Highway Patrol in charge of security instead of local police, and the federal Justice Department assisted in handling protests.

Nixon placed African-American Capt. Ronald S. Johnson in charge of the SHP’s involvement. Johnson, a native of the area, was seen walking with protesters, and he set up a media staging area for journalists covering the story.

[ALSO READ: Politicians & Palestinians Address Police Use Of Tear Gas Against Ferguson Protesters]

According to reports, police did not use SWAT teams, riot gear, tear gas, smoke bombs, and rubber bullets in the city like had been done in previous days. Also, no journalists were arrested for simply doing their job of reporting the news from the town.

“We are going to have a different approach and have the approach that we’re in this together,” said Johnson.

The protests in Ferguson began after a local police officer shot and killed 18-year-old Michael Brown. The officer’s account is that the two struggled over his firearm which led to the shooting, but witnesses at the scene stated Brown raised his hands in the air before being shot multiple times in the street by the officer. The recent high school graduate was unarmed at the time.

[ALSO READ: Police Killing Of Unarmed Black Teen Leads To Unrest In Missouri (VIDEO)]

Dame Dash Sues Lee Daniels For $25 Million

By: YourfavenightmareCategory: News

(AllHipHop News) Dame Dash has sued famed Hollywood director Lee Daniels for $25 million, according to reports.

Dash filed the court papers in Manhattan Supreme Court today, alleging that Daniels owes him the money as well as executive producer credits movie and TV projects like “The Butler,” “Precious,” among others.

Daniels has not commented publicly on the matter.

The former Roc-A-Fella honcho was credited on movies Daniels crafted like 2004’s “The Woodsman” and 2005’s “Shadowboxer” with Cuba Gooding Jr. Dash says he was never paid for those efforts.

Hip-Hop Rumors: Check Out 50 Cent’s New Deal!

By: YourfavenightmareCategory: Headlines

The unflappable King of Beef may have landed a big situation with Live Nation, according to reports on the internet. There seems to be huge deal to the tune of $300 million for the G-Unit General. Seems like this report started at thisis50.com and continued to roll downhill. Now, I am not sure if this is true, but it may be possible that is popped off because of the G-Unit reunions. I don’t know to be real, but that could be it. Anyway, 50 is getting money all over the place. I heard a few deals he’s working on overseas too. The next album is coming too. Don’t get it twisted, he made money off that last one.

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The Black Opera "No Water"

By: Scooby Wilson (@mcscoobins)Category: Music

The Black Opera hits us with their first single “No Water” from the upcoming album, The Great Year dropping September 30th.

Message From The Black Opera:
Imagine a world where water is the most valuable commodity, even more valued than oil or gold. What would happen if water became so scarce that it caused World Wars? “No Water” puts a spin on this idea & takes a satirical look at water through the lens of an excessive rap culture where splurging on water is the new wave.

Rick Ross, Method Man, Foxy Brown + More Performing At Def Jam 30th Anniversary Concert

By: Keith Nelson Jr (@JusAire)Category: Headlines

(AllHipHop News) Every 30th birthday party should involve Method Man and Redman. Earlier today (August 14th), Def Jam announced plans to release a multi-CD box set as well as a star studded performance to commemorate its 30th year of existence .

Def Jam released their first songs, LL Cool J’s “I Need A Beat” and Beastie Boys’ “Rock Hard” in 1984. In those 30 years, Def Jam has signed and released an extensive list of hitmakers and Hip Hop legends including Ja Rule, Method Man, Redman, Jay Z, Nas, The Roots and DMX. On October 16th at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, NY, Def Jam will put on a 30th anniversary party including performances from Foxy Brown, Warren G, Onyx, Jhene Aiko and a litany of other Def Jam artists.

In addition, a 30-song box set will be released including songs from its storied past. Additionally, Def Jam co-founder Rick Rubin will curate a 13-song compilation of  songs which influenced the Def Jam era for Selections From The Roots Of Def Jam, included with certain box set offers. In Selections From The Roots Of Def Jam, songs such as Fearless Four’s 1982 “Rockin’ It”, Treacherous 3’s 1980 “Body Rocky”and more.

Def Jam released a similar package five years ago for their 25th anniversary. According to the Def Jam press release, there will be multiple box set offers:

DEF JAM 30 will be commercially available in two box set configurations: A 3-CD version (the basic two volumes of 30 Def Jam selections plus Roots) that includes the book and a collectable t-shirt in a limited edition turntable style numbered box; and a 6-LP version (the basic 30 Def Jam selections on 4 LPs, with Roots covering 2 LPs), also including the book and a collectable t-shirt in a limited edition turntable style numbered box.

Tickets for the Def Jam 30 concert go on sale August 20th. The box set will be released on September 16th.

Beanie Sigel Released From Prison After Serving Two Years

By: Keith Nelson Jr (@JusAire)Category: Headlines

(AllHipHop News) The Bully is back on Broad St. Earlier today (August 14th), Beanie Sigel was released from Federal Detention Center in Philadelphia after serving two years for tax evasion and drug possession.

Beanie Sigel was sentenced to prison for six to 23 months on March 6th, 2013, less than seven months after he was arrested by police whom discovered prescription drugs in his car. Back in March 2013, Judge Michael Coll did not specify if Sigel’s drug possession sentence would run concurrent with his two year federal tax evasion sentence. Sigel was given his two year tax evasion sentence on July 12th, 2012 a month and a half before he was arrested for prescription drugs.

Siegel failed to pay $728,000 in taxes between 1999-2005, his time on Roc-A-Fella Records.

Sigel reported to prison in September 2012.

DJ Drama posted a picture on his personal Instagram account of the newly freed Beanie Sigel. Check out the photo below:

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