Detroit rapper Icewear Vezzo releases a big street record “Right Now” with Cash Money’s Juvenile off his Solitaires: DrankGod mixtape set to drop on Halloween. The record was an exclusive off DJ Reddy Rell, DJ Iceberg, HipHopTXL Vol 52.
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DJ Just Dizle – "Throwback Thursday" (Halloween Edition)
DJ Just Dizle is back with “Throwback Thursdays Mix” #6, presented by Nodfactor.com, Watchloud.com, Allhiphop.com and powered by Monster. This Throwback Thursday Mix is focused on Halloween, scary beats, spooky lyrics & frightening songs enjoy.
Top 5 Horror Movies: Ganksta NIP Edition
Hip-Hop and Horror actually have a very storied history since the 1980’s. The man credited with creating the genre of Horrorcore is none other than Ganksta NIP, the legendary rapper from the Rap-A-Lot Records camp.
We had to get NIP’s favorite horror movie characters – all out of order. Also, if you need your audio fix, check out NIP’s new album, God of Horrorcore.
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HANNIBAL
Hannibal has endured as one of the most gruesome characters to jump from written pages to the silver screen in 1991’s award-winning movie “Silence of the Lambs”. The movie is a classic but the character has lived on. Most recently, Hannibal showed up in a particularly graphic TV series that debuted in 2013.
Nip says: My homeboy Hannibal gotta be Number 1, man. That’s my lil’ homey right there. “Clarice.” This boy talking to Clarice so calmly and at the same time, he’s cutting the dude’s brains, putting it in the skillet. That’s my dog there. That’s my top dog – period point blank.
NORMAN BATES
Norman Bates was created by author Robert Bloch in a book Psycho. It wasn’t until Anthony Perkins played the character in the 1960 film of the same name that the legend took flight. Shout out to the Alfred Hitchcock for directing the original movie and its sequels. The Bates Motel, a TV series inspired by the movie is in its fourth season.
Nip says: You also got my homeboy Norman Bates. That’s my homey too. But, what I like about Norman is he didn’t look like a psychopath. He at the hotel. If you looked – at the hotel – he was cordial. Nice and cordial. He dressed neat. You didn’t have an idea of him being the killer that he was. That what I liked about him. [laughs]
FREDDY KRUEGER
Why mess with somebody’s sleep? That’s exactly what Freddy Krueger did. He decimated the sleep patterns of those in the A Nightmare on Elm Street movie franchise and those at home. He’s been around since 1984 and is still scaring the crap out of people.
Nip says: You know I got to say Freddy Krueger. Freddy, he might be anywhere. You can’t run from him.
JASON
“Friday The 13th” is another horror movie series that debuted in the 80’s. The killer was a guy named Jason Voorhees. You may have heard the likes of Kendrick Lamar drop the name. At this point, Jason is a mass murdering icon that has appeared in comic books, movies, books and even a cross-over movie with Freddy Kruger.
Nip says: Then there’s Jason. Jason is a straight killer.
CANDYMAN
The only Black horror figure on the list is a dark, shadowy figure by the name of Candyman. Candyman had to be summoned and when he was, the killing commenced. A infantile grad student studying urban legends brings Candyman to life and the dying begins.
Nip says: My Number Zero would have to be Candy Man. “Say my name three times like Candy Man.” Say his name. He comes out. He’s got a fly coat. He’s really a fly dude, you know what I’m saying? Then he would appeared. Once he appears, you know what it is. The best thing about Candy Man is…you had to believe it. You had to believe. That’s why with this new albums, God of Horrorcore, you gonna believe. Come into my world again. [Laughs]
Hip-Hop Rumors: Will Twerking Bring Down Dej Loaf?
This new singer Dej Loaf is supposedly a true G, talking about catching a body and killing a whole family. But, can a real G twerk and kill a family? I’m thinking folks just in the studio.
Here is “Try Me”:
For those interested, her upcoming mixtape, “Sell Sole,” is scheduled to drop December 2014.
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Ab-Soul Talks Considering Eye Surgery + CDQ Of "Druggys With Hoes Part 3"
(AllHipHop News) TDE emcee Ab-Soul has been very open about his 17 year battle with Stevens–Johnson Syndrome. He even addressed the illness on the song “The Book of Soul” off 2012’s Control System. Unfortunately, Ab’s condition is apparently worsening. The Carson, California native spoke about his options to combat the disease during a Q&A with GoodFellaMedia.
[ALSO READ: Ab-Soul Is Open To Black Hippy Battling Against Slaughterhouse (POLL)]
“I was talking to Puffy or ‘Dr. Sean Combs’, and he really suggests that I go ahead and try to get a cornea transplant. I’m just a little eerie about that because what if they mess up,” said Ab. “I just look at it on a brighter side. You can’t have it all.”
Later in the interview Ab-Soul reveals that there is a CDQ version of the track “Druggys With Hoes Part 3” with Schoolboy Q. The duo debuted the song at a performance in April. Soul was asked if the official song will ever be released.
“I hope so. It’s gotta come from the boss though – Top Dawg,” explained Ab. “It was supposed to go on the album. We just couldn’t clear the sample. That’s why it wasn’t on [Schoolboy’s] Oxymoron.”
[ALSO READ: Ab-Soul’s These Days Tour Vlog Ep. 2]
Watch Ab-Soul’s interview below.
Lloyd Banks & Tony Yayo Talk Ma$e Wanting To Pull A Knife On Fat Joe + Clown 50 Cent's Fashion
(AllHipHop News) As G-Unit prepares to drop the CD version of their The Beauty Of Independence EP and their next project The Beast Is G-Unit, Lloyd Banks and Tony Yayo caught up with DJ Envy to talk about some past incidents involving the crew. One of those topics centered around former G-Unit affiliate Ma$e’s reaction to a confrontation with Fat Joe.
[ALSO READ: Ma$e Hosts Cypher With Murda Mook, Loaded Lux, & T-Rex In NYC]
“I think the funniest s**t at the MTV Awards when we had the beef with Fat Joe – shout out Fat Joe. It ain’t no beef now,” recalls Yayo. “It was me, Ma$e, I think Olivia, and Fif in the car. Ma$e was like, ‘Yeah, I should have pulled out my ninja knife.’ I was bugging.”
Banks and Yayo also discuss the friendly jabs that takes place between themselves and the G-Unit leader 50 Cent. During the conversation, they crack a few jokes at the Queens rapper’s expense. Especially, when Envy brings up the G-Unit tank tops.
“He drew the colors on that wife-beater,” said Banks. “We were on our way to a concert, and he had the wife-beater and a regular red marker and a black marker. He just started drawing boxes. I’m like, ‘What the f**k?'”
“Me and Banks, we like Louis. We like Hermès. We like the Foams,” added Yayo. “50 the type of n***a that be like [imitating 50 Cent’s voice], ‘You know it costs two dollars to make those. You paid $200 for those. You’re crazy.”
“He’s like a rich-broke n***a,” joked Banks.
Yayo and Banks then go on to reveal that they had to convince 50 to wear a throwback cap on his 50 Cent Is The Future mixtape cover and clown him for buying knockoff Timberland boots.
[ALSO READ: Bernard Hopkins Talks 50 Cent & Jay Z Jumping Into The Boxing Business]
Listen to Lloyd Banks and Tony Yayo’s interview below.
Watch T-Pain Perform His Biggest Hits Without Auto-Tune (VIDEO)
(AllHipHop News) T-Pain has dubbed himself “The King of Auto-Tune,” but apparently the Florida native wants the world to know he does not need the voice enhancer to perform. Pain recently participated in a NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert. The set included the 30-year-old singer running through a few of his biggest hits sans Auto-Tune.
[ALSO READ: T-Pain: Kanye West Doesn’t Use Auto-Tune Correctly (VIDEO)]
Watch T-Pain’s performance below.
Hip-Hop Rumors: Birdman Shows Love To The Ladies AND Gents?
Footage emerged recently of a Cash Money Millionaires performance from way back when. Nothing really out of the norm, except Birdman’s choice of fans to pull onstage for a dance.
While his other counterparts chose some of the baddest females in the audience, Birdman chose a different route, picking out some of the fellas who had been showing love all night.
Fast forward to 0:50 seconds in:
Am I trippin’ or did Birdman catch a few side eyes from the others onstage?
Chicago Rapper Bandman Kevo Allegedly Connected To Rap Video/Bank Fraud Conspiracy
(AllHipHop News) Two months ago Kevin “Bandman Kevo” Ford was a rising artist featured in AllHipHop.com’s “Breeding Ground” section. Today the 26-year-old Chicago rapper is being charged with conspiracy to commit bank fraud.
[ALSO READ: 5 & Done: Bandman Kevo]
NWI Times reports Kevo and 28 other defendants were charged in two separate states for an elaborate scheme that supposedly included using coded language in rap videos referring to “cracking cards” as well as social media to promote the operation. Authorities claim banks lost hundreds of thousands of dollars as a result.
Kevo and others are accused of convincing bank customers to share their debit card and personal identification numbers. They then allegedly deposited counterfeit checks into third party accounts and later withdrew money from ATMs. By the time the banks discovered the checks were frauds, the money had already been advanced to the bogus accounts.
Kevo was among six people charged in U.S. District Court in Indiana. Other people allegedly connected to the conspiracy were charged in Chicago with separate counts including bank fraud, financial institution fraud, and wire fraud.
[ALSO READ: Guerilla Black Gets 9 Year Sentence For Credit Card Fraud]
Nurse Defies Mandatory Ebola Quarantine
Despite assisting with the treatment of Ebola patients in Sierra Leone, after returning to the U.S. nurse Kaci Hickox is now refusing to adhere to a quarantine mandated by Maine Governor Paul LePage, which would confine her to her home for 21 days, the necessary time needed to ensure that she has not been infected.
Hickox is claiming that the precaution is “not scientifically nor constitutionally just.”
Though to date she has not shown any symptoms, officials have implemented the quarantine in an effort to monitor for any potential signs of infection, however Hickox is fighting back and claims that she will not follow isolation orders. She was recently seen out riding her bike alongside her boyfriend with whom she is currently staying.
She may not have a choice however; as officials are taking a more stringent approach after the recent emergence of the Ebola virus in the U.S.
According to Maine’s Health and Human Services commissioner Mary Mayhew, “We are hopeful that the selfless health workers who are brave and caring enough to care for Ebola patients in a foreign country will be willing to take reasonable steps to protect the residents of their own country,” she added “However, we will pursue legal authority, if necessary, to ensure risks is minimized for all Mainers.”
This comes on the heels of New York physician Craig Spencer, who after returning from West Africa admitted that he had traveled throughout the city before testing positive for Ebola.
Hip-Hop Rumors: Keyshia Cole Claps Back!
Of course Keyshia feels some type of way after everyone went in on her piano performance for Birdman.
Never one to shy away from saying exactly whats on her mind, Cole took to Instagram to give the ‘haters’ a couple of choice words.
Now I LOVE Keyshia Cole, but that piano dance thing just wasn’t becoming of you…
Pharrell Williams Joins The Apollo Theater's Board Of Directors
Pharrell Williams is continuing to one of the best years of his career. Besides his single “Happy” taking on a life of its own and becoming a worldwide hit, Pharrell’s become a judge on The Voice, released a collection with the clothing line Uniqlo, released a unisex fragrance named after his album G I R L, been nominated for a Oscar and the list goes on. Now, it has been reported that Pharrell has joined the board of directors of the famous Apollo Theater.
“Pharrell represents the DNA of the Apollo board,” said Jonelle Procope, the theater’s president. “If the Apollo were an artist it would be Pharrell.”
Skateboard P along with five others have been added to the 32-member board.
Nas Previews New J. Dilla-Produced Track "The Season"
As Killer Mike and producer El-P celebrated the release of their Run The Jewels project last night (Oct. 29), a surprise guest popped up to congratulate them on their new LP. Nas stopped by Brooklyn’s Nitehawk Cinemas during the Q&A session to not only give them props but to also preview his new J. Dilla produced track called “The Season” for the audience. While spitting over Dilla’s Gobstopper beat, The God’s Son speaks on speculation of other emcees writing his rhymes, who inspires him the most and more. Lend your ear below.
Watch The Full Version Of The NBA On TNT Ad Featuring Kendrick Lamar
ICYMI, last week the NBA named Kendrick Lamar’s new single “i” as the song of the 2014-2015 season and a teaser for the NBA on TNT intro was released. During opening night on Oct. 28th, fans were able to see the full version of it with K. Dot rapping to the flashes of slam dunks, crossovers and nothing-but-net three’s. Check it out below.
Rob Twizz Ft. Mickey Factz – "People"
Rob Twizz links up with XXL Freshman alumni Mickey Factz in their new collaboration “People” dropping knowledge on dealing with fake friends. The new E.P “Monday Night Raw” is set to drop 11/10.
Chris Brown Settles Lawsuits Regarding Frank Ocean Fight & Washington D.C Incident
Two lawsuits that have been haunting Chris Brown for a while now are finally settled. TMZ reports that Breezy was able to settle the lawsuit stemming from the incident in Washington D.C. case where a man accused him of punching him in the face. Chris and the plaintiff settled out of court for $100,000.
The “Loyal” singer was also sued by Frank Ocean’s cousin last year, claiming that he suffered $3 million worth of pain and suffering after the scuffle he and Ocean had with Chris and his security back in January of 2013. That suit has been settled for under $20,000.
Nile Rodgers To Be Honored By Recording Academy During Grammy Week
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The Recording Academy® Producers & Engineers Wing® will celebrate its eighth annual GRAMMY® Week event honoring three-time GRAMMY winner Nile Rodgers for his commitment to excellence and ongoing support for the art and craft of recorded music. Michael Ostin and Cameron Strang will serve as honorary event co-chairs at the event to be held on Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2015, at The Village studios in West Los Angeles. GRAMMY Week culminates with the 57th Annual GRAMMY Awards® on Sunday, Feb. 8, 2015, airing live on the CBS Television Network, at 8 p.m. ET/PT.
“Our Producers & Engineers Wing members are passionate about sound quality, the importance of music creators, and most of all, the integrity of recorded music,” said Neil Portnow, President/CEO of The Recording Academy. “This year, it is with great pride that we honor a musical icon who is the epitome of everything the P&E Wing represents. Nile Rodgers is not only a revered member of the music community but also a founding member of the Wing and we look forward to celebrating his astonishing career, which continues to reach new musical heights and inspire generations.”
A musician, composer, arranger and guitarist, Rodgers is one of the most influential music producers in the history of popular music. He began his career as a session guitarist in New York, first toured as a teenager with the “Sesame Street” band, and played with the house band at Harlem’s world famous Apollo Theater. In 1970 Rodgers and bassist Bernard Edwards met and formed the Big Apple Band. In 1977 the band changed their name to Chic and subsequently generated chart-topping hits such as “Le Freak,” “I Want Your Love,” “Everybody Dance,” and “Good Times.” Chic’s success soon led to producing opportunities for Rodgers and Edwards, among them albums such as Sister Sledge’s We Are Family and Diana Ross’ Diana.
Following Chic’s dissolution in 1983, Rodgers embarked on a solo production career that launched hits for artists such as David Bowie, INXS, Duran Duran, Madonna, Sheena Easton, Jeff Beck, the Thompson Twins, Mick Jagger, Grace Jones, Cyndi Lauper, Howard Jones, the B-52’s, and Al Jarreau, among others. Rodgers’ work with a variety of popular artists soon led to opportunities to share his distinct sound on film soundtracks such as Alphabet City, Gremlins, Against All Odds, That’s Dancing, White Nights, The Fly, White Hot, and Earth Girls Are Easy, in addition to collaborating with Peter Gabriel on Laurie Anderson’s concert film Home Of The Brave. In 1988 Rodgers composed his first orchestral score for the film Coming To America.
In the ’90s Rodgers produced the Vaughan Brothers Family Style, which was released shortly after the untimely death of guitar virtuoso Stevie Ray Vaughan, along with projects for Bowie, Eric Clapton, the B-52s, David Lee Roth, Ric Ocasek, Dan Reed Network, Cathy Dennis, Patty Griffin, Jimmie Vaughan, and The Stray Cats among others, along with continued soundtrack work on films such as Thelma and Louise, Cool World and Beavis And Butt-Head. In 1992, Rodgers and Edwards revisited Chic’s roots and released a new album, Chic-Ism. In 1996 tragedy struck when, during a series of Chic concerts in Japan, Edwards contracted pneumonia and died, a blow that greatly affected Rodgers. Although devastated by the loss of his longtime musical partner and close friend, Rodgers ultimately regrouped and returned to playing live concerts and composing and producing music for film soundtracks including work on Beverly Hills Cop III, Blue Chips, The Flintstones, and Feeling Minnesota (including a collaboration with Bob Dylan).
Prompted by the Sept.11 tragedies, Rodgers created the We Are Family Foundation to help promote the healing process and organized a rerecording of “We Are Family,” the GRAMMY Hall of Fame®-inducted song he and Edwards wrote for Sister Sledge. The rerecording was performed by more than 200 musicians, celebrities, and personalities and included a music video filmed by Spike Lee, a documentary filmed by Danny Schechter and a video version for kids that included more than 100 beloved children’s characters. Rodgers has been recognized for his humanitarian efforts as well as music achievements by being honored with innumerable awards, among them The Recording Academy’s NY Chapter’s Heroes Award, induction into the Dance Music Hall of Fame, No. 1 Singles Producer In The World by Billboard, and the Winter Music Conference Lifetime Achievement award.
Rodger’s career has seen a strong resurgence in the electronic dance community through his work with such acts as Avicii, Disclosure and Tensnake. His collaboration with Daft Punk on their album Random Access Memories garnered him three GRAMMY Awards for 2013 including Album Of The Year and Song Of The Year. Rodger’s continues to tour worldwide and remains one of the most in-demand producers and artists of his time.
As the Producers & Engineers Wing 2015 honoree, Rodgers joins an impressive list of past honorees: Chris Blackwell; T Bone Burnett; Tom Dowd; Ahmet and Nesuhi Ertegun; Jimmy Iovine; Quincy Jones; Arif Mardin; Al Schmitt; Jerry Wexler; and Neil Young.
Jeremih Unveils Album Art, Tracklisting And Announces Release Date
Despite not having a video for his smash hit “Don’t Tell Em” and not making many TV appearances, singer Jeremih has been able to maintain the momentum around his upcoming effort, Late Nights:The Album. Its tentative September 30th release date was a no-go and now the album is said to be dropping on Nov. 11th via Def Jam Records. The cover art and the tracklisting have been unveiled, which boasts hip-hop heavy features from the likes of J. Cole, Juicy J, Fabolous and more. Check it out below.
1. “Planes” (Feat. J. Cole)
2. “Don’t Tell Em” (Feat. YG)
3. “Got Damn” (Feat. Trey Songz & Fabolous)
4. “Dumptrucks”
5. “There You Go”
6. “Gimmie Kiss”
7. “Can’t Go No Mo” (Feat. Juicy J)
8. “She No Good” (Feat. French Montana & Johnny Cinco)
9. “Horny”
10. “You & I”
11. “Tonight Belongs To You” (Feat. Flo Rida)
12. “Paradise”
Brave Jaxon Ft. Jace Of Two-9 "No Side Chicks"
The passionate voice of R&B sensation Brave Jaxon has been stirring up souls since her early days in church. The Jackson, MS native got her first taste of stardom when she was cast to sing in Tyler Perry’s film “Madea’s Big Happy Family.” Since then, she has built a major following by hosting a request line on YouTube, where thousands of viewers call on Brave to cover their favorite songs. The Ear Drummers produced single “No Side Chicks” is sure to be a female anthem, as Brave has no love for women trying to get at her man. With some help from Jayce of the super group Two-9, this collaboration is sure to be in heavy rotation.
Follow Brave Jaxon on Instagram @bravejaxon and stay tuned for her debut EP coming soon!!
Take a listen to the track below:
Wale Named Creative Liasion For The Washington Wizards
Wale has been called on by the Washington Wizards, but he won’t be suiting up. The MMG spitter has been named the creative liaison for his hometown NBA team. It was announced yesterday (Oct. 29) that he would be partnering with the team for the 2014-2015 season to collaborate for numerous projects and initiatives.
“I’m excited to start building as the creative liaison for the Washington Wizards,” Wale said in a statement. “As a D.C. native and lifelong Wizards fan, this is truly an exciting and organic relationship for me. We’ve got some exciting projects up our sleeve that will roll out throughout the season so be on the lookout.”
As apart of his duties, Wale will be performing at the team’s opening game on Saturday (Nov.1) against the Milwaukee Bucks. Not only will hiss songs “Ambition” and “The Work” be featured in the opening video for the season, but Wale will also help design team merchandise and assist with social media promotions and content for Monumental Network. He’ll be partnering up with the team for a charity project as well.
Monumental Sports & Entertainment senior vice president, chief marketing officer Joe Dupriest says that the franchise is excited to be working with Wale.
“His creativity and vision will help enhance our in-game experience, and his commitment to the Washington, D.C., community is a perfect blend with our charitable pillars. This is truly a win-win relationship.”
The Wizards vs. Bucks game will air at 7:00 pm. Tune in to catch his performance!