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Joey Bada$$ Confirms Capital STEEZ Death Was 'Self-inflicted'
(AllHipHop News) Progressive Era frontman Joey Bada$$ addresses the recent passing of close friend/rhyme partner Capital STEEZ on Shade 45’s Sway In The Morning. This was the first time Joey decided to speak publicly on the situation of his fellow group member’s death outside of sharing a few condolences to his fallen friend through his twitter account.
“I’ve been trying not to get lost in my thoughts,” Joey admits to Sway. “It truly hurts losing a brother, a best friend. It hurts a lot.”
Reports of Capital STEEZ’s (born Jamal Dewer) death began circulating online on Christmas Day last month. While no official cause of death was announced, it was speculated that the 19-year-old rapper had committed suicide based on a final tweet that appeared on his timeline. The tweet simply read, “The end.” In the interview Joey does confirm that Dewer’s cause of death was indeed “self-inflicted”.
[ALSO READ: Silent Killer: Hip-Hop Can No Longer Ignore Mental Illness]
Mental heath issues have long been a taboo subject in many hip hop circles, but the recent high profile apparent suicides of Capital STEEZ, music executive Chris Lighty, and 22-year-old YouTube artist Freddy E have pushed the discussion to the forefront. Like Lighty and Freddy’s passings, Cap STEEZ’s death was seen by many as shocking especially since the young, up-and-comer and his crew were on the cusp of major stardom. Pro Era had just released their second compilation mixtape, PEEP: The Aprocalypse, three days before STEEZ took his own life, and his solo 2012 digital release, AmeriKKan Korruption, was well received by hip hop critics.
Capital STEEZ first captured the attention of music fans when he appeared alongside Joey Bada$$ in the video for “Survival Tactics” off Joey’s breakout mixtape 1999. The two emcees also trade rhymes on Peep: The Aprocalypse’s “Like Water”, “Interlude 47”, “K.I.N.G.S.”, and “Last”.
Hip-Hop Rumors: People Are Sayin' This Mogul Ain't Payin'!
DIDDY AIN’T PAYING?
Uh OH! That Jacky Jasper is at it again. As you know, Puffy Combs aka Diddy is starting a network called Revolt that will compete with BET and MTV. But, there are whispers that people are not getting paid. I dunno if I believe this, but the rumor isn’t so great for the game.
HSK Exclusive – A group of Sean ‘Puffy’ Combs’ employees seem to be living up to the Bad Boy’s cable network name, revolting against the music mogul for reportedly shortchanging them over their work. If you recall, Puffy previously sparked a deal securing him music-themed cable network, “Revolt”.
Now, sources say Puffy gets away with not paying his employees by keeping them on staff as ‘independent contractors’.
We’re told Puff has Revolt President Andy Schuon to thank for closing the distribution deal with Comcast. That’s just before sources say Puffy landed a minority grant over the agreement, proving to continue to cash in.
Here’s the drop:
“Puffy ain’t paying his staff on time, and when he does they’re getting short changed. It’s was Andy Schuon who brought Comcast to the table.
Now, Puffy is spending Comcast money on Cassie. If Puffy doesn’t start taking care of his staff properly, we might revolt.”
Signs The World Is Coming To An End: Will North Korea Nuke America?
North Korea is like, “KISS OUR A$$ AMERICA!!!!” They are pointing Nukes at us! Is this just propaganda or are we in real danger?
They keep us talking, but if we stop talking about them then they should worry! -illseed.
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AHH Stray News: Marley's Defend Snoop Dogg, Wu-Tang Headlines Coachella, Nas Hits North Carolina
(AllHipHop News) Rapper Snoop Lion is getting major support from Bob Marley’s son, after the legendary reggae singer’s group member claimed Snoop Dogg was a phony Rastafarian. Bunny Wailer, an original member of Bob Marley and the Wailers, is threatening to sue the rapper, claiming he failed to meet certain contractual obligations to the Rastafarian community. The Rastafari Millennium Council condemned the rapper, claiming he was only using the culture to sell his new album. In a statement to TMZ.com, Bob Marley’ son Rohan approved Snoop Lion’s new transformation. “Our father’s name should not even be mentioned in this issue because like a true Rasta, he would have embraced Snoop’s reincarnation and welcomed the positivity.” “Why condemn a man for his love of Rastafari and Bob Marley? We have been cool with Snoop before his transformation and he will continue to have our blessings and support.”
The Coachella Vally Music and Arts Festival announced the 2013 lineup late last night (January 24). This year’s major headlining Hip-Hop group is the Wu-Tang Clan, who will play the festival, which takes place over the course of two consecutive weekends. In addition to Wu Tang Clan, rappers like 2Chainz, Aesop Rock, Jurassic 5 and Earl Sweatshirt will grace this year’s festival. The festival starts on April 12-14 and repeats on from April 19-21. The 2013 Coachella Music Festival is heavy on indie rock this year, with acts like Blur, Stone Roses, Grizzly Bear, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Postal Service, Vampire Weekend, and the Yeah Yeah Yeahs with headlining slots. According to Variety, last year’s festival, which included the debut of a Tupac hologram, grossed over $47 million dollars. For more information, click here.
Nas will treat his fans in North Carolina to a special evening this March. The rapper is heading to the Durham Performing Arts Center for one evening, where he will deliver performances from his deep catalog of albums. The rapper is slated to hit the stage on March 1. According to local reports, Nas’ shows in North Carolina are usually special, since his mother was born in the state. As if the performance by Nas wasn’t enough, hometown producer 9th Wonder will be hosting the concert. Tickets for the show go on sale tomorrow (January 26) at DPACnc.com.
Hip-Hop Star LL Cool J Chats With Oprah On New Episode Of "Next Chapter"
(AllHipHop News) Superstar rapper/actor LL Cool J allowed media mogul Oprah Winfrey into his home, during an interview that will air on the OWN Network.
LL Cool J will be featured in an episode of “Oprah’s Next Chapter,” which will reveal a number of intimate details about the rapper’s career.
During the interview, LL discusses his “sex crazed” youth, his abusive childhood, his marriage to his wife Simone and their four children.
During the episode, LL Cool J also discusses the altercation between himself and another man, who had broken into his Los Angeles mansion.
LL Cool J’s episode of “Oprah’s Next Chapter,” is slated to debut on January 27 at 9:00PM EST on the OWN Network.
Check out a copy of the trailer of the episode below:
Hip-Hop Rumors: Soulja Boy's Dating A Prostitute?
What the HELL? These young boys are getting stranger and stranger to me. Enjoy your life, I guess. But, I got to say, I’m blame Kanye West for this new trend. He started with Amber Rose…and well forget it. Let cats live! Anyway, Kat Stacks is looking like she’s going to do a book and expose Soulja Boy’s antics.
But now, it looks like the boy of the soldier is looking to get down and dirty with a different type of harlot. Jenna Shea is a rumored h##### and full-time vixen. Well, she and SB took it to Instagram to let everybody know they are doing the do and enjoying every second of it! I ain’t fundamentally mad at the boy. Just strap up and tell Diamond to join in! Where is Diamond anyway?
They keep us talking, but if we stop talking about them then they should worry! -illseed.
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Epic Win Of The Day: Django Dolls Snatched Off EBAY!
I don’t know if this is a real epic win or not, but it seem to be a strong position being taken by EBAY. Spike Lee is redeemed!
Slave Dolls? Really? That’s where we are now?
Welp….here is what TMZ is saying about it.
‘Django Unchained’ — Slave Toys Banned from eBay
Don’t count on finding one of those discontinued “Django Unchained” slave toys on eBay any time soon — TMZ has learned, the action figures have now been banned from the auction website.TMZ broke the story … the Weinstein Company (which produced the film) discontinued the promotional figurines in response to a massive backlash from several African-American advocacy groups.
After the toy company halted production, the toys began to pop up on eBay as “rare” collectibles … and bids skyrocketed.
But last night, all the listings for the “Django” toys were yanked from the website — and eBay explained itself to sellers with an email, saying, “Since the manufacturer of this product has discontinued the item’s sale due to its potentially offensive nature, we are not allowing it to be sold on eBay.”eBay also cautioned the sellers not to re-list the items.
A rep for the auction website confirmed the story, telling us, “These [toys] were removed as they were in violation of our Offensive Materials policy.”
They keep us talking, but if we stop talking about them then they should worry! -illseed.
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“Starter Wives Confidential” Cast Talk Past Relationships With DMX, Floyd Mayweather, Maino, and Funk Master Flex
(AllHipHop News) Last night (January 24), TLC hosted an intimate press screening of their upcoming docu-series “Starter Wives Confidential” at the INC Lounge in Times Square, in the heart of New York City.
The “Starter Wives Confidential” reality television show gives viewers a glimpse into the fascinating and complicated lives of celebrity ex’s.
At the screening cast members Josie Harris (ex-fiance of Floyd Mayweather), Liza Morales (ex-girlfriend of Lamar Odom), Tashera Simmons (ex-wife of DMX), Monica Joseph-Taylor (ex-wife of Funkmaster Flex), Zakia Baum (ex-girlfriend of Maino), and Cheryl Caruso (ex-wife of Phil Caruso) participated in a post-screening Q&A, moderated by model/actress Liris Crosse.
During the press screening, DMX’s ex-wife explained how she had recently moved on from her relationship with the multi-platinum and at times troubled rapper.
“I was 100% mother and wife,” DMX’s ex-wife Tashera revealed. “When I love, I love hard. [DMX] was great at what he did – which was cheating – but I’m happy as hell now. I’ve found someone very special in my life.”
The wives also break down how they spent years in the shadows of their men, while supporting them emotionally and sometimes even financially, as they rose to fame.
The show divulges into the “starter wives” lives as they attempt to show how they raised the children, kept the homes and stood by their men through it all despite the fact that in the end the relationship’s soured.
TLC’s new show also attempts to show how the women were left to start over and figure out how to get along with their famous lovers well enough to raise children together.
“Starter Wives Confidential” premieres Tuesday, January 29 at 19:00 pm EST on TLC, which is available in more than 99 million homes in the US and more than 227 million households in nearly 150 markets internationally.
“Starter Wives Confidential” cast members: Tashera Simmons, Monica Joseph-Taylor, Cheryl Caruso,
Liza Morales, Josie Harris, & Zakia Baum attend a press screening at the Time Hotel’s INC Lounge.
Reebok Releasing 17 Colorways of Tyga’s New “T-Raww” Shoe
(AllHipHop News) Reebok and Tyga have unveiled the color schemes for Tyga’s new “T-Raww” shoe that will feature 17 different colorways over the course of its release this year.
After fathering a child with famed socialite and stripper Black Chyna, along with topping the charts with his hit “Rack City” and other songs, the YMCMB/Last Kings artist is prepping for another busy year.
Tyga has been talking about his T-Raww shoe for some time now, but it will officially hit stores this week in an all “blue sport” colorway, followed by an all red shoe in February.
Aside from April and May, Reebok will be releasing at minimum one shoe per month of Tyga’s T-Raww sneaker.
In March Tyga’s leopard print and green shoes release, and throughout the year there will be a variety of other releases, in what Reebok has dubbed “Year of the Raww.”
Check out the official Reebok commercial for Tyga’s new kicks below, as he shows the versatility of shoe, showcasing each colorway in different fashions.
Hip-Hop Rumors: Mobb Deep Reunion? Ehhhhhh
There has been some talk recently of a Mobb Deep reunion, but I’m hearing something different. This talk all started with a recent interview from Prodigy where he ran down what was going on with him and the future. But then, there is supposedly a reunion concert set for 2013 via Guerrilla Union. Hmmmmmm….
In an interview, he says:
“Yeah, I’m sure about that. I love Mobb Deep. Mobb Deep made my life what it is. Havoc feels the same way, so we’ll be right back to work. For right now, he’s doing his thing and I’m doing my thing. I’ve got goals I’m trying to accomplish, and I really can’t let nothing sidestep me or get in the way of that. If that means I gotta put Mobb Deep on standby for the time being, then so be it.”
But, I am hearing that is a bit premature. I’m hearing there is nothing even close to a Mobb Deep reunion on the way. I’m certain that by December of next year and the right money, they can make it happen. But, as far as P being “sure” of anything Mobb Deep related. I am hearing that can’t be true.
They keep us talking, but if we stop talking about them then they should worry! -illseed.
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Rap Star Eve Defends Beyonce’s Lip Synching Fiasco, Controversy Continues
(AllHipHop News) Philadelphia Hip-Hop star Eve has weighed in on the controversy surrounding Beyoncé’s lip-synching scandal during President Barack Obama’s inauguration.
Conflicting reports continue to swirl as to whether or not Beyoncé was singing live, or using a pre-recorded track.
While the backing Marine Band has admitted to playing along with a pre-recorded track, Beyoncé has remained silent on whether or not she was playing live or lip-synching the performance.
Eve said that although Beyoncé can sing, it wasn’t a big deal if she wasn’t.
“At this point, if you need to question this girl’s talent, you should just stop,” Eve told the Philadelphia Inquirer. “You should really just never listen to music. We all know the girl can sing. We all know she’s a perfectionist.
“Why not dot all the i’s and cross the t’s when you know that at any drop of a dime, if somebody asks you to blow, you can blow,” Eve said, adding that there are probably more important things to worry about.
It may be a trivial matter to Eve, but the controversy seems to continues to grow with each passing day.
While the Marine Band issued a statement admitting that they used a backing track due to the frigid weather, they could not be certain that Beyoncé had done the same thing.
“There was no opportunity for Ms. Knowles-Carter to rehearse with the Marine Band before the Inauguration so it was determined that a live performance by the band was ill-advised for such a high-profile event,” United States Marine Corps. media officer Capt. Gregory A. Wolf said in a statement to E! News.
“Regarding Ms. Knowles-Carter’s vocal performance, no one in the Marine Band is in a position to assess whether it was live or prerecorded,” Captain Wolf stated.
Now, MTVNews is reporting that the engineer of the performance, Ian Shepherd, said that at least “half” of what was heard was live.
“At least half of what we were hearing, if not all, was her real vocal,” Ian Shepherd said in a blog post.
@RealDJKaySlay Ft. @Raekwon, @RealSheekLouch & @TheRealStyles P “Bulletproof”
@TheRealEve Ft. @Pusha_T & @RealJuicyJ “She Bad Bad (Remix)”
@ChiefKeef Ft. Dro “I Got Cash”
#HeaterOfTheDay @Hit_Boy Ft. @2Chainz “Fan (Remix)”
@LilReese300 Ft. @YoungJeezy & @TwistaGMG “Traffic (Remix)”
@IamKingLos “Purple Reign (Baltimore Ravens Tribute)”
@1YoungScooter Ft. @BunBTrillOG “Street Lottery”
@TrinaRockstarr “Pour It Up (Freestyle)”