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Trina “So Sophisticated Freestyle”

By: Steve Raze (@SteveRaze)Category: Music

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Keep Your Cool: Fresh Ideas For Creating Your Personal Summer Style

By: seandrasimsCategory: Lifestyle

Summer is in full-swing! With the 4th of July holiday behind us, there still remain great opportunities to get fly and soak up the sun. Summer is a time for festivals, day parties, and cookouts, and a great time to show off personal style.

Summer fashion can be easy and free, like the proverbial summer breeze, and when clad in flip-flops and loose fitting clothes, it’s a time to show off great gym bodies in high-fashion finds. However you rockyour summer gear, there are a couple must-haves to make sure you put your best fashion foot forward for the rest of this summer.

Hip-Hop has always been a fashion-forward genre, and summer is a great time to show off personal creativity. AllHipHop.com scoured the fashion universe for the Top Five Summer Fashion Trends to help you look your best for the rest of this summer.

Exotic Skin Prints

Rick Ross was recently pictured rocking a red snakeskin leather jacket from Reebok, a testament to his newly inked deal with the German sportswear company. The Bawse was also snapped rocking one-of-a-kind black snakeskin Reebok’s on the set of his new video, “Hold ME Back,” which was shot in New Orleans. Exotic skin prints are big this summer but they look best when added to an already fly outfit in moderation. Adding a jacket or a shoe is a proper set-off for this popular summer trend.

Paisley

That’s right. Paisley. This “ethnic” motif traces back to Indian and Middle-eastern origin. Resembling a twisted teardrop, paisley is popular in many different materials and designs. For women, paisley works great as a top, dress, or swimsuit cover-up like the paisley Etro blouse Beyonce wore when she made the fashion blogs this past spring while vacationing in St. Barts. For the fellas, a paisley vest paired with a fly white shirt and jeans is a fashion forward look for any event.

The Utilitarian Look

This look is not new to fashion, but continues to gain steam. A favorite look of Kanye West’s is to mix casual and sportswear. Pairing those jeans and t-shirt with a fly blazer? YES! Ladies, rocking those cut-offs with a fitted jacket? YES! Mixing and matching fashion styles is becoming its own trend, and we like it!

The Hue is Blue

All shades of blue are popular this summer, maybe attributed to the name of a little Hip-Hop princess. However, the fashion gods choose what’s hot and what’s not – and blue has made the cut. Whether it is in a summer suit, for those of us who have to work, or in swimwear, for the beach crowd, blue is one of this summer’s most popular hues.

All White Everything

Kanye is again ahead of the trend when it comes to fashion. The style icon was spotted in the front row of the BET Awards rocking an all-white ensemble. Even though it had a sort-of dentist smock kind of vibe, the sentiment is still there. Rocking all white is big this summer and almost every summer. It’s not an easy look to pull off, but it works in linen, leather, and denim. Besides, what else are you going to wear to the Hamptons?

EXCLUSIVE: ANTHM Announces Collaborative EP With Blu and Speaks On Their Recording Dynamic

By: JP DelaCuesta (@JPdelacuesta)Category: MOBILE

(AllHipHop News) With his first project, Joy and Pain EP, already in the streets hands, former Wall Street trader and AllHipHop.com Breeding Ground artist ANTHM is already setting his sights on his next move musically.

When ANTHM stopped by the AllHipHop.com offices he spoke about the creation of his EP, the concept behind collaborations, his love for Hip-Hop, and his own personal role as an MC in the culture’s current climate.

One of the most talked about collaborations to come from ANTHM is “Polaris”, which features Los Angeles native Blu. Despite the record finding a home on ANTHM’s Joy and Pain EP, it wasn’t until the two MCs hit the stage at S.O.B.’s 30th Anniversary show during SXSW that the two of them got to premiere and perform the track together for the first time.

The respect they had for one another led to more work between the two rappers, which ANTHM says is not something he was used to because of his lack of collaborating in the past.
“To date, before the record “Polaris” with Blu, I hadn’t worked with any other artists,” ANTHM told AllHipHop.com.

“I knew that on Joy and Pain it would be great to have some features with people I respect and people I rock with, so Blu was the first person I reached out to.”

He continued, “I always want my music to be a strong representation of me, but also who you associate with and who you collaborate with, and being able to have those kind of guys on my first real project. So, it feels great to be able to put that out.”

The love that the fans and listeners showed ANTHM and Blu from “Polaris” has led the two to creating more music together, and ultimately, it has them collaborating on a joint EP that is currently in the works.

“As far as working with Blu, he was gracious enough to come down to Austin [for SXSW], and that’s when we started chopping it up about doing a project together,” he told AllHipHop.com.

“That’s in the works now. We’re going to do an EP with him on the production side, and also have him on a couple of the records,” said ANTHM. When asked how far along the two were into the EP’s recording phase, he said, “He’s sent tracks, and I’ve been writing and it’s really about just fleshing out the creative direction of it. How realistic is it? It’s very realistic.”

The two recently jumped on the track “Young Leaders” with Sene, offering listeners further proof that these two are made to work together. You can check out that song here.

Check out the exclusive interview with ANTHM below:

WORLD EXCLUSIVE: Run-DMC Back Together

By: Grouchy Greg Watkins (@GrouchyGreg)Category: MOBILE

(AllHipHop News) Legendary Hip-Hop group Run-DMC is back together, sources have confirmed with AllHipHop.com today (July 6).

A source close to both camps revealed that a high-level meeting took place between Run and DMC.

While details of the reunited pair’s upcoming business deals were not revealed, plans are secure and in place for the future of Run-DMC.

“Run-DMC is definitely back together, and it’s a great day for Hip-Hop,” a source told AllHipHop.com.

Run-DMC retired almost ten years ago, in November 2002, shortly after the death of group member Jam Master Jay.

“We can’t perform anymore. Nobody wants to see Run-DMC without Jay,” Run said in 2002. “Run-DMC is officially retired. I cannot get out in front of my fans with a new DJ. Some rock bands can replace the drummer and I don’t know any other way but to be the three original members. That’s all I can say. We are retired.”

For over 10 years, the group has refused to perform together, even in April of 2009, when they were inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.

“Two turn tables and mic, that’s all it took to change the world,” Eminem said. “When I was a kid growing up in Detroit. I didn’t know what to be, then came Run-DMC. I had never heard or seen anything like them, but I knew I wanted to be them.”

The Hollis-Queens-based group was formed in late 1980 and is widely recognized as one of, if not the most influential Hip-Hop group of all time, influencing both the fashion and sound of the genre.

Both MTV and VH1 surveys have ranked the group #1 of all-time and they have a number of firsts under their belts.

Run-DMC is the first Hip-Hop group with gold, platinum and multi-platinum plaques, the first Hip-Hop group with a major endorsement deal (Adidas) and their also the first rappers to appear on the cover of Rolling Stone magazine.

During their hiatus, both Run and DMC stayed extremely busy.

Reverend Run hit big on the television with the hit reality series “Run’s House,” while also performing sold-out concerts with Kid Rock.

DMC won an Emmy Award for his documentary “DMC: My Adoption Journey,” while mentoring children with The Garden of Dreams Foundation.

AllHipHop.com will keep you updated on details surrounding Run-DMC as they become available.

VIDEO: DJ Khaled Sets The Bar High For Himself On Upcoming Album “Kiss The Ring”

By: JP DelaCuesta (@JPdelacuesta)Category: Features

“We Takin’ Over”, “I’m So Hood”, “Go Hard”…

…the list of hits goes on and on. In about a month and a half, DJ Khaled will release another album full of what he calls “straight hits” in the form of his sixth studio album, Kiss the Ring.

When it comes to Khaled, a lot of people are divided on his skills, but no one can deny that the man knows how to put together one hell of a song – even if it may only require him to recruit some of the hottest names in his phone book.

Seriously. Who else could have made “I’m On One”. “Take It to the Head“, or “I Wish You Would” happen? Whoever you may think of or say, the fact of the matter is they didn’t and Khaled did and that alone makes him worthy of applause and respect.

With his Kiss the Ring album arriving in stores on August 21, Khaled warns to “expect both the expected and the unexpected,” because honestly, no one knows what this man has up his sleeve, or who he’ll get on a track next.

AllHipHop.com spoke to the king of “We the Best” about his upcoming album, how he plans to top himself, and who he still needs to work with in the future.

Khaled also spoke on his plans for the inevitable “Take It To the Head (Remix)” and which of his YMCMB brethren he’s already gotten in the studio with for their respective solo albums. Check out our exclusive interview with DJ Khaled below:

Follow DJ Khaled on Twitter: (@TheRealDJKhaled)

DJ Khaled’s Kiss the Ring will be released on August 21.

MIXTAPE DOWNLOAD: Chinx Drugz: Cocaine Riot 2

By: Steve Raze (@SteveRaze)Category: Music

Chinx Drugz has done it again bringing you a classic mixtape along with hosting from Evil Empire & Big Mike. From the jump of Cocaine Riot you get deep lyrics from no other then Queen’s own Chinx featuring French Montana, Wale, Chevy Woods, Action Bronson & Graph just to name a few.

[Download]

  • 1.No Giving Up ft French Montana
  • 2.I’m A Coke Boy ft French Montana
  • 3.Early In The Game ft Chevy Woods
  • 4.Skit
  • 5.We Rollin ft MASS5
  • 6.Roads 2 RIches
  • 7.Buy This Game ft French Montana, Wale
  • 8.Fly S###
  • 9.Bout That Bacon ft Flip
  • 10.Holla At A N#### ft Plenty
  • 11.Paper Chaser
  • 12.Gun Man Skit
  • 13.Murder One
  • 14.Greedy ft Grafh
  • 15.Perfect Picture ft Action Bronson
  • 16.Talk About It
  • 17.Coke Boy Wave
  • 18.Pressure On My Head ft French Montana

Trey Songz Goes In Head First (Literally!)

By: @KareemTaylorCategory: Alternatives

A few weeks back, Trey Songz released the second single off his album “2 Reasons”, and it caught a lot of flack as he used the “B” word. Unlike rappers, R&B guys just can’t seem to get away with that.

Now, he’s back with “Dive In”, which lets us know Trey Songz hasn’t totally lost it.

It sounds a lot like “Panty Droppa”, a song that appears on Trey’s third album, Ready, one of Songz’ most successful albums.

Chapter V hits stores August 21.

EXCLUSIVE: Method Man Talks “Crystal Meth,” “Blackout 3”, And Possible Wu-Tang And “How High 2” Films

By: JP DelaCuesta (@JPdelacuesta)Category: MOBILE

(AllHipHop News) Method Man has been working on a number of projects over the last few years, including his fifth solo studio album, Crystal Meth, which is currently being recorded in conjunction with his and Redman’s third entry in their Blackout series.

Method Man wants to put out as much quality music as possible.

“Me and RZA are gonna work together on my next LP, Crystal Meth,” Method Man told AllHipHop.com. “I’m looking forward to getting back in the studio with the kid, ’cause we just came off a Wu tour, and the camaraderie was still there. So I know the chemistry is gonna be there when we go in the studio.

“If there’s still fans out there listening, then I’m definitely coming with some sh*t for you,” Method Man promised of his forthcoming music.

Despite what he feels was a slept-on album – in the form of 2009’s Blackout 2 and less than stellar feedback for his, Ghostface and Raekwon‘s collaborative album Wu-Massacre – Method Man doesn’t get hung up pleasing critics or “the mainstream.”

Fans of his longtime collaborations with Redman won’t have to wait much longer for Blackout 3, which Method Man says is being recorded at the same time as his solo album and Redman’s Muddy Waters 2.

The 20-year member of Wu-Tang Clan also pondered the possibility of filming How High 2 with Redman once a “good script” is written, whether he thinks the world will ever get a Wu-Tang biopic, and why he hasn’t been taking as many film roles in recent years.

Check out the entire interview with Method Man below: