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FRESH HEAT: Phony Ppl Ft. Theophilus London “Morning After Pill”
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Tabi Bonney [BGA] “She Parties”
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Young Dro “Got Dem Racks Freestyle”
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EXCLUSIVE: Estate Of Notorious B.I.G. Denies Connection To Men Arrested In Book Theft
(AllHipHop News) Representatives for the estate of the Notorious B.I.G. have denied reports that they are connected with a musical about the rapper’s life, after two men were arrested in connection with a bizarre theft from a bookstore on Tuesday (July 17).
Writers Alfred Green and Raheim Pope had claimed they were producing a musical titled “Ready 2 Die,” which would focus on Notorious B.I.G.
Green and Pope were arrested for stealing $888 books from a Barnes & Noble in Westport, Connecticut.
The two men initially denied the stolen booty found in a Jaguar with Georgia plates was theirs.
At the station, a tip from Green lead to a cavity search of Pope, who had hidden the key to the getaway Jaguar in his rectum.
“Please note that this is an unauthorized play. Our firm has previously sent a cease and desist notice and any association with the Estate of Christopher Wallace or Notorious B.I.G. are unauthorized,” a rep for Notorious B.I.G.’s estate told AllHipHop.com.
Green and Pope issued a casting call for the unauthorized play back in March, but the estate warned B.I.G.’s fans that they are not supporting the musical.
“There is no connection or association between the Estate of Notorious B.I.G. and Alfred Green and Raheim Pope,” the rep told AllHipHop.com.
Hip-Hop Rumors: Pharrell To Get Married?
Looks like Pharrell is about to lock it down. Even though he looks young, he’s no spring chicken! Rumor has it, he’s engaged to his long-term girlfriend! About time! The super producer was spotted at the premiere of The Dark Knight Rises with his girlfriend Helen Lasichanh. But, she apparently had a giant rock on her finger leading people to believe that they are actually engaged to be married. Now, I didn’t know this, but they have a son named Rocket and may be looking to make it super official. I’m surprised they didn’t name him Neptune.
Anyway…that’s the word. Oh, the word on the streets and the geeks is that Dark Knight is awesome!
Hip-Hop Rumors: Game Talks Death Of His Wedding! “I Wasn’t Man Enough”
The Game Speaks About Wedding Being OFF – “I just wasn’t man enough”
We all know The Game couldn’t do it, but now he’s letting his point of view clear.
READ: Hip-Hop Rumors: The Game Calls Off Wedding?
Game confirmed the rumors: “The rumors are TRUE. The wedding is OFF. It’s not her fault, it’s mine ! She’s a GREAT woman, I just wasn’t man enough 2 see it through. Important message to all men: If you’re lucky to have 1/2 of the woman I had… Appreciate her & do everything necessary to keep her happy! I am truly sorry & apologetic to my family, friends & EVERYONE that this has affected & inconvenienced. Not everyone has a happy ending.”
He said all of this on Twitter. Hmph. Not sure what to make of it. Either he doesn’t care enough about her to keep it private or he’s prepping for his reality show! We’ll see!!!!!
Kendrick Lamar, Brandy, Elle Varner To Headline Global Fusion Festival in Philly
(AllHipHop News) West Coast/TDE rapper Kendrick Lamar was recently added to Philadelphia’s Global Fusion Festival’s lineup. The festival has already enlisted Brandy, Elle Varner, Luke James, Kenny Lattimore and RK>, and Keny Y.
Having worked with West Coast legends Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre, who personally signed the Compton rapper to his Aftermath/Interscope Records label, Lamar has seen a rapid rise to success over the last year.
While his hit song “The Recipe” is in heavy rotation on radio stations nationwide, Lamar has continued to make his rounds across the country, officially agreeing to perform at the free by the Philadelphia Multicultural Affairs Congress (MAC).
MAC, a division of the Philadelphia Convention & Visitors Bureau (PCVB) and the Delaware River Waterfront Corporation (DRWC), has set the date for Saturday, July 21 as part of PECO’s Multicultural Festival Series at Penn’s Landing.
The division was formed in 1987 as the first multicultural division of a Convention & Visitors Bureau in the nation, and seeks to maximize opportunities for the region by promoting Philadelphia as an ethnically-diverse visitor destination, encouraging multicultural business and social responsibility that contributes to and benefits from the varying multicultural communities that enhance the region’s hospitality and tourism industry.
To date, the Global Fusion Festival is Philadelphia’s largest one-day festival, and is expected to attract more than 30,000 attendees.
The “Rhapsody”-themed event will also feature cultural performers, multicultural vendors, and a children’s pavilion.
The festival celebrates Philadelphia’s African Diaspora, Hispanic, Caribbean, and Asian cultures joining together to showcase their unity on one stage.
For more information, visit www.GlobalFusionFestival.com for an updated list of performers, vendors and sponsors.
Hip-Hop Rumors: Iggy Azalea Going To Roc Nation?
Iggy Do It Jay-Z (instead of Biggie)!
I wonder, I wonder. And so are a lot of people – wondering. Will Iggy Azalea get down with Roc Nation? She’s already down with T.I., but she doesn’t have a deal in place. And she’s got an album set to drop this fall. Well, she tweeted: “On my way to go meet the lovely people at roc nation before my shoot. :-)” I guess she may have a situation soon if the rumors are correct. Granted, she created them but folks are telling that this may come to life. Its not the first time she met with The new Roc and now that she needs a “home,” its looking more evident that she’ll land there. Roc Nation has a record label and a blossoming label as well, as you know.
Will Iggy work at Roc Nation? IF Alfa Mega doesn’t know, neither do I!
-illseed over and OUTTA HERE…til the next rumor.
Snoop Lion (Snoop Dogg) “La La La”
Concert Review: Murs Curates LACMA Concert Series with Ease; People Under the Stairs Rip the Stage
For a time, Hip-Hop wasn’t always held in high regard as the art form that it is today. Widely regarded as a misogynistic and violent genre from its inception and through its early teenage years, Hip-Hop struggled to receive acceptance in many ways from the government and the mainstream media.
Thursday night at the Through The Mic Concert Series held at the LACMA (Los Angeles County Museum of Art), Murs, People Under the Stairs, Skeme, and VerBS proved that those days of being scrutinized are largely behind us, as Hip-Hop fans, artists, and contributors to the culture. To a certain extent, there will always be detractors, but as a whole, this event proved that Hip-Hop has made leaps and bounds towards acceptance.
Hosted and curated by L.A. native, Murs, and set in front of Chris Burden’s iconic “Urban Lights” sculpture amidst perfect Cali weather, fans enjoyed several hours of Hip-Hop music in the upscale artsy environment of the LACMA.
Skeme and VerBS kicked off the show with hyped up sets that got the crowd involved, as fans enjoyed food and beverages with a full bar and wide variety of foods to choose from. Kicking freestyles and rapping over a few popular beats, the two held the crowd down for the early part of the night. It will be exciting to see where both artists grow from this performance and what kind of buzz they can generate after this great platform, as they both clearly had the crowd’s attention and involvement.
But, it was clear that People Under the Stairs were the headliners, as many fans began to chant their name and rush to the front of the crowd prior to their performance. From beginning to end, with the exuberance and energy that any musical fan could appreciate, “People” as they are referred to by their loyal fans, put in work during their set. Performing new songs and fan favorites “People,” controlled the crowd like MCs should. Afterwards, many of the fans gathered around them to snap photos, and show their support for the seemingly exhausted MCs.
This event was a milestone for Hip-Hip, and in through October, every third Thursday of the month, it will continue to be a sign that times are in fact changing in Hip-Hop’s favor.
Check the photos below!!!
Hip-Hop Rumors: Is Consequence Joining “Love & Hip Hop NY”?
Former affiliate of Kanye West’s G.O.O.D Music family, rapper Consequence, may be the next rapper to join reality TV. The rumored ex-ghostwriter for Yeezy and cousin of Q-Tip from A Tribe Called Quest, is reportedly in talks to replace Jim Jones on VH1’s “Love & Hip-Hop NY”.
If all goes well, Consequence will be joined on the show by his girlfriend Jen the Pen, who is no stranger to reality TV. Jen made her TV debut on Dame Dash’s BET reality competition show “The Ultimate Hustler” in 2005. Dame was the one who gave her the name “The Pen.” Jen has made her rounds in entertainment, also working on air for G-Unit Radio and Power 92 in Chicago.
Cons and Jen have an infant son together, Caiden. Now we all know Consequence can talk a good game. You remember when he was going at Kanye West, right? He will probably be good on reality TV.
Will Consequence joining the show make you tune in to “Love & Hip Hop NY”?
AHH Stray News: Ras Kass’ New Deal, Red Bull BC One Battle, A$AP Rocky
(AllHipHop News) Los Angeles rapper Ras Kass has signed a new deal with Empire Distribution, which will release his upcoming projects. Ras Kass is working on two new releases. The first is the P.U.M.A. EP, which will include production from Alchemist, Klasic and others. That EP will be followed by a full-length album titled F.I.L.A. which will feature a number of surprise guests. Empire Distribution will oversee the marketing and distribution of both projects. Empire Distribution already works with top rappers like Snoop Dogg, ScHoolboy Q, Fat Joe, N.O.R.E, Slum Village and others.
Some of the top B-Boys in North America will battle tomorrow (July 21) in Chicago, during the Red Bull BC One North American Qualifier. The event, which takes place at the Aragon Entertainment Center, will feature B-Boys performing, in hopes of reaching the Red Bull BC One championships. Sixteen dancers will battle it out for the chance to represent North America at the Red Bull BC One world finals, which is taking place in Rio. Tickets for the event are $10 for general admission and can be purchased at Aragon.com. It’s an all ages event.
A$AP Rocky is facing criminal charges after allegedly assaulting two men in New York last night (July 19). TMZ.com reports that the rapper was involved in a verbal dispute with someone in downtown Manhattan, when two unassociated people started taking pictures of the argument. A$AP Rocky, born Rakim Mayers and an associate, allegedly pounced on the bystanders who were taking the pictures and assaulted both men. A$AP Rocky was arrested and is expected to be charged with attempted robbery.
The “Throw Away Series” Is Anything But Thrown Away! An Interview With Boston’s Own Alage
AllHipHop.com recently caught up with AllHipHop.com Top 25 Underground Artists of 2011 alum Alage to find out what’s been going on with Boston’s Golden Child in 2012. We found out about the “Throw Away Series” artist’s latest musical projects, as well as his new documentary.
The doc, entitled Lage In My City, allows viewers a closer glimpse at Alage himself, along with the Hip-Hop History of Boston, Massachusetts. It involves the key players that developed both the culture within the city, and the legacy that’s being passed on to a brand new generation.
Check out our interview with underground sensation Alage:
AllHipHop.com: We hear that a lot has been going on with you since making our “Top 25 Underground Artists of 2011”! What has changed the most for you so far?
Alage: Things have changed a lot since I’ve been selected as one of the “Top 25 Hip Hop Underground Artists of 2011”, because there’s more of an acknowledgement of me and a greater demand for my music. People want to see me perform live. I have sacrificed a lot, and to get acknowledged for my work for the year of 2011, just showed me I was on the right path, and I can only grow and keep getting better from here.
AllHipHop.com: So you have doing a lot of filming lately. What is going on with that project?
Alage: Yes, I have been filming a documentary called Lage In My City, and the documentary is about my journey from when I started up until now. I take you into my life, and I show you the people I network with, and a few up and coming artists like myself make appearances.
For the longest, the city of Boston hasn’t had a music platform in a long time, so a lot of the artists feel like they need to leave the city to pop or get noticed. Or they may feel like they need to pay other artist to get a “star look,” and I’m against all of that. There are plenty of artists from Boston that have made it big in the past, but might not have had a long run. But we’ve also got artists that are major, and we talk about those kinda things as well in the documentary. You get to know about me, but also about the history of my city as well, so it’s a good look over all.
AllHipHop.com: That’s dope! Is there any new music to accompany that?!
Alage: I am done with my fifth mixtape entitled The Throw Away Series. This project came about because I needed to feed the streets! It’s been a while! [laughter] But, I put out my Do or Die mixtape last summer; we released it digitally. Every Tuesday, we would put out a record, and we called it ‘throw away Tuesday.’ It got to a point where people were telling me the music was too good to be throwing it away, and I needed to put another mixtape out. So that’s what I did! This mixtape will be pushed until I’m ready to put out my EP.
AllHipHop.com: Is there any one thing you hope that your fans are taking away from your music?
Alage: The one thing I want people to take from my music is thehunger. You hear it anytime an Alage record is being played. I put my all into every record. I want the people to understand that I’m focused on making timeless music instead of music that is just for now and gone tomorrow. To make timeless music it has to come from the heart.
AllHipHop.com: What can we look forward to seeing from Alage in the near future?
Alage: What you can expect to see from me in the near future is simply growth! Every time I speak to someone that has been keeping up with my career, they tell me, “You keep getting better!” Hearing that all the time just drives me to want to do better and be better!!!
Be on the lookout for Alage’s Lage In The City and The Throw Away Series coming soon.
Catch up with AllHipHop.com contributor Skyyhook on Twitter (@SkyyhookRadio) and at SkyyhookRadio.com.
Hip-Hop Rumors: Is This Weezy’s New Album Cover?
Lil’ Wayne has launched a new website called, Bread Over Bed.com, and he dropped a blog to talk to the people about the new venture. In the vlog, Weezy is surrounded by two photos, one of Einstein and one of him as a child chasing a dollar bill under water. The latter photo was inspired by Nirvana’s Nevermind album cover pictured below.
So we have to ask…is this Weezy’s new album cover for I Am Not A Human Being II? We all know how fond he is of using baby pictures with some sick photoshop for his covers. What do you think? Check out the photo below:
Check out the Weezy’s latest blog explaining what Bread Over Bed means to him below:
Spotted at HipHopWired
Hip-Hop Rumors: French Montana The Style Icon?
French Montana truly is a Bad boy when it comes to fashion. The rapper has single-handedly brought back Versace and his fashion sense has been recently co-signed by “the fashion bible” – GQ. French recently gave several of the GQ editors a Versace makeover. Check out the before and after pics below:
BEFORE BEING FRENCH-IFIED
BEFORE BEING FRENCH-IFIED
So, is French Montana a style icon or not? I’ll leave that up to you to decide. You can check out the full GQ Q&A with Frenchie below:
GQ: When did you become obsessed with Versace?
French Montana: As soon as my money got right enough to buy Versace [laughs]. I have been a fan of Versace for so long, watching people like Biggie, Puff, Jay-Z. I’ve been collecting them for a while now.
GQ: Most of them are silk, bright pink or yellow, have flowers and angels on them…
French Montana: Yeah.
GQ: But they’re still super “Hip-hop.” Why?
French Montana: Rappers make something hip-hop. Like when Biggie wore the yellow one, the one that I wore for Summer Jam, he made it hip-hop. And when he wore the Coogi sweater, he made that hip-hop. Whatever rappers wear is cool to people.
GQ: You pay homage to Biggie a lot but how would you classify your style?
French Montana: I like colorful stuff. I like wearing stuff that nobody is wearing. That’s why I wear the bear hat. I’ll wear the whole mink. You wear the animal, but you don’t wear the head. I’m wearing the head this time around. It’s just like how I took the silk shirt game to another level and went and got the scarves—looked like King Jaffe Joffer out there. You know?
GQ: What would you tell someone who wants to get into the Versace game?
French Montana: I give the best advice and buy dumb s###. Like somebody will make money and they’ll be like, “Yo, man. I don’t know what to do.” I’ll be like, “Man, go buy some real estate.” Go open up a liquor store because everybody loves to drink. Then I turn around and buy a Rolls Royce Ghost. I just want to spend $30,000 at Versace. I just bought a Maserati. (laughs)
GQ: Do you think that the silk Versace shirts and the scarves wrapped around will ever be a huge trend? Will it ever make the pages of GQ?
French Montana: I guarantee it will. You give it a couple of months.
GQ: A couple months?
French Montana: Yeah, give it a couple months.
GQ: So, like the December issue of GQ?
French Montana: Um, I would say like the beginning of next year.
Talib Kweli Ft. Kendrick Lamar and Curren$y “Push Thru”
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Jae Millz “Hearing Voices” [Pusha T Diss]
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Slim Thug Ft. LE$ “The Recipe Freestyle”
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HEATER OF THE DAY: The Kid Daytona [BGA] “Seein Stars”
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