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Jakk Frost [BGA] “The Hood Die Young”
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Ya Boy “Where My Weed At”
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Tuki Carter “Munchies”
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Alternative Heat: Kat St. John “Will Not Lose (Houston Texans Theme Song)”
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Will Brennan “Ready For Now”
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Q Da Kid “Work It Out”
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50 Cent Teams With Pauly D. For New Custom Headphone Line
(AllHipHop News) 50 Cent continues to strengthen his business relationship with DJ Pauly D. in another new deal with the “Jersey Shore” cast member, that will produce his own signature line of headphones.
50’s company SMS Audio will develop a full line of headphones with DJ Pauly D.
The pair will formally make the announcement on Thursday (January 12) at the CES 2012 show in Las Vegas.
“Partnering with SMS Audio and 50 Cent is an incredible way to start 2012. Having my own headphones has always been a dream of mine, and now that dream is a reality. I’m excited to begin creating and developing my line,” Pauly D. said.
The news comes as DJ Pauly D. begins a new phase of his career, with his own upcoming “Jersey Shore” spinoff show slated to premiere on MTV this year.
In December of 2011, DJ Pauly D. also signed on as an artist to 50’s new imprint, G-Note Records.
“The immediate response to the SMS Audio line has been extremely positive and we are excited to partner with DJ Pauly D to create a unique line of DJ Pauly D-branded headphones,” said 50, CEO of SMS Audio. “Pauly D has a true passion for music and I know he’ll put that same energy into helping us develop and promote a quality headphone line.”
More information about specs, pricing and availability will be available in the next several months.
Hip-Hop Rumors: Brandy Misses Friendship with Kim Kardashian?!
Brandly recently sat down with Wendy Williams to chat about her new role in Tyler Perry’s new movie “The Marriage Counselor,” and revealed that she misses her friendship with her little brother’s ex, Kim Kardashian. Kim also has a role in the film, and when asked by Wendy if she spoke with Kardashian on the movie set, here’s what Brandy had to say:
“I never saw Kim because we didn’t have any scenes together. Not because I cleared the way for her not to be around me but honestly I can just take this moment and say I really miss my friendship with Kim, I really do. I can’t wait to see her at the premiere and try to say something to her; tell her I love her and I’m here whenever she needs me.”
“Kim, I love you, and I’m here whenever you need me and keep your chin up.”
Brandy and Kim grew really close when Ray J. was dating Kim, but had a huge falling out after he allegedly sold the rights to their sex tape to Vivid Entertainment.
Their relationship was further destroyed when Brandy’s mom sued Kim for running up her credit cards without permission! Oy Vey!
Check out Brandy’s full interview below:
http://youtu.be/LKckBxYwmdw
Hip-Hop Rumors: Beyonce Had a Miscarriage Before Baby Blue?!
Jay-Z released a new song today called “Glory,” that reveals how Beyonce had a miscarriage prior to getting pregnant with baby Blue. In the track Jay-Z raps:
“Last time the miscarriage was so tragic/ We was afraid you disappeared…All the pain of the last time/ Prayed so hard it was the last time.”
Midway thru the track, Jay also open up about “false alarms and false starts.” I guess the couple were trying to get pregnant for a while before they were blessed with their little girl.
In an official announcement released today, the couple said that Blue Ivy Carter was born Saturday.
“Her birth was emotional and extremely peaceful, we are in heaven. She was delivered naturally at a healthy 7 lbs and it was the best experience of both of our lives.
“We are thankful to everyone for all your prayers, well wishes, love and support.” — Beyonce & JAY Z
In “Glory,” Jay-Z also shared that baby Blue was conceived in Paris the night before Beyonce’s photoshoot for her latest album, 4. How sweet! Check out a few photos of Beyonce from that Paris photo shoot in April 2011, the night after she was “sperminated!”
Also, check out Jay-Z’s new song “Glory” in our Music section. Baby Blue Ivy Carter can be heard crying at the end of the track. Oh the Glory!
Hip-Hop Rumors: Tyga Arrested for Parking Tickets?!
“Rack City” rapper Tyga was arrested in Las Vegas yesterday after he was pulled over by police during a routine traffic stop. The 22-year old Young Money/Cash Money artist apparently had four warrants for other traffic violations including, driving without a license, no registration and unlawful acts of financial responsibility. He spent the night in jail and was released earlier today. Pay your tickets, Tyga!
In related news, check out this hilarious Granny and her grandson getting down to “Rack City.” What a cool Grandma!
Dr. Dre & Snoop Dogg Set To Headline Coachella 2012; Lineup Includes Kendrick Lamar & A$AP Rocky
(AllHipHop News) The 2012 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival has just revealed, via Twitter, some iconic, Hip-Hop surprises for their upcoming, two-weekend long festival.
On the final day of each of the weekend’s lineups, Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg will be headlining. No word on what specific albums or songs their sets will include.
Other notable Hip-Hop artists on the bill include Kendrick Lamar, Frank Ocean, Kanye West’s Twitter pal Azealia Banks, A$AP Rocky, Chidlish Gambino, and AraabMUZIK.
Coachella will take place over two weekends: Friday, April 13 – Sunday, April 15 and Friday, April 20 – Sunday, April 22.
For More Information and Tickets Visit www.Coachella.com
The Next 48 Hours With Master P Part 2
This is Part 2 of “The Next 48 Hours With Master P,” a 2 part web series which goes behind the scenes during the relaunch of No Limit Forever. Part 2 features Master P introducing his No Limit artist Miss Chee, T.E.C., Oak Tree and Ace High . We also spend a day with Romeo at the barber shop, the mall and the gym during his busy day.
The Next 48 Hours is an original AllHipHop, JumpOff.TV & Tantrum Production.
Directed by Steve Raze
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=09hdyI0HjOM
DJ/Producer Legend Prince Paul’s Awesome American Adventures With Son & Scion
Hip-Hop has chewed up and spit out many an MC, DJ, artist, and B-boy over the course of history. Still, there are those – because of notoriety, skills, or entrepreneurial hustle – who outwit time and stay relevant while others don’t. Such is the case with legendary DJ and producer, Prince Paul, who recently checked in with AllHipHop.com about his latest projects.
For the younger set, the Stetsasonic veteran was the architect of a rap band long before The Roots. If there were a Rap Bible, it would go something like, “PRINCE PAUL BEGAT DE LA SOUL & SOULS OF MISCHIEF, WHO BEGAT ECELECTIC ARTISTS LIKE KANYE WEST & ODD FUTURE, WHO BEGAT A LOT OF THE HOT STUFF TODAY.”
To stay close to his Hip-Hop roots, last year, Prince Paul and his 19-year-old son, Paul Fresh, created and toured via “Negroes on Ice,” which, when described, sounds like a DJ exhibition on steroids.
“People think, it’s really funny and really bizarre, and my son’s kind of like the main… it’s like a one-man show,” Prince Paul told AllHipHop.com in a recent interview. “But it’s a one-man show we made with my son as the one person, like the one man, and then I kind of score underneath the story he’s telling. Sound effects, video footage, still photos, it kind of enhances the story. It’s like “Adult Swim” onstage; it’s bizarre.”
In recent months, Prince Paul has been on a one-man show of his own, via the Scion car company-sponsored “Prince Paul’s Adventurous Musical Journey.” Scion is onto a good idea, as they invite viewers to “follow Hip-Hop pioneer Prince Paul on his cross-country quest for fresh inspiration.” And, Prince Paul has the kind of wide-eyed enthusiasm and observation needed for a series like his to make it to a larger, non-Hip-Hop audience. Watch this clip of Prince Paul’s first adventure, “Beating Up New York,” where he jokes that he’s looking forward to “biting something” – musically, that is – as he takes a “pause” to laugh:
“The main thing that I learned, and I actually probably said it in almost every episode, ‘I’m not a fan of a lot of that music.’ You know, I went around, and I listened to it, and once you’re in the moment, if you’re in like a garage set, or those different places, you feel an energy from everybody,” Prince Paul said.
“But when you leave or go on, man, I can’t stop thinking about that screeching guitar, get that out my head, you know? None of that. But the thing that I did learn, or that inspired me the most is, those people are really passionate about their music. Like, you know, it kind of reminds me of the way Hip-Hop used to be. It was like music’s first and then the accolades, if it comes…but it was never really about making money.”
Catch “Negroes On Ice” on Jan. 13 in Minneapolis, MN and on Jan. 14 in San Francisco, CA – and check for their live uStream HERE.
Check out all six episodes of Scion’s “Prince Paul’s Adventurous Musical Journey” series HERE, and follow him on Twitter (@DJPrincePaul).
Top Ten Expensive Accessories For Jay-Z And Bey’s Baby, Blue Ivy
Together, Jay-Z and Beyonce are worth almost a half-billion dollars. Both artists are industries unto themselves. Since they have celebrate their first child, Blue Ivy, The Carters are going to need to start purchasing baby clothes for the little tike. But what kind of gifts would one purchase two of the richest entertainers on earth? AllHipHop.com has put together a list of baby clothes that might interest Jay-Z and Beyonce. Since the pair also have plenty of rich friends, this also makes as a great gift guide. Just tell them AllHipHop.com sent you. 🙂
DG Junior Ocelet Print Coat $460
1. D&G Junior Ocelot Print Coat: Jay-Z and Beyonce may want to consider this DG Junior Ocelet print jacket, on those brisk mornings they walk little Blue through New York. This nice little imported jacket is made of Rayon on the outside, stuffed with polyester and lined with Cotton. It has a nice front zipper, along with snaps up the front to keep the little one extra warm and cozy. And It would only set the power couple back $ 460.00
Moncler Girl
2. Girl’s Snowsuit We know the power couple travels constantly. On those frigid trips to Aspen, where they hobnob with billionaires like Mike Meldman of Discovery Land Corporation, the new parents may want to consider this snow suit by Moncler. This is sold at Barney of New York. It features a Matte zip front, along with a detachable hood. The only issue the new parents might have with this snow suit is that it’s only available in red, which might not sit will with Blue. It’s only $515.00
Gucci Quilted Jacket
3. Gucci Quilted Jacket: For those spring nights in Hollywood, little Blue Ivy might want to be wrapped up in style in this Gucci quilted jacket. Sold via Gucci.com, this little stylist jacket comes in powder pink, and is totally waterproof. The jacket has an elastic belt with a GG heart metal buckle, in addition to a nylon lining. This jacket might ruffle the feather of PETA if Blue Ivy’s parents decide to cop this one. It is stuffed with goose feather downing and has white fox fur detail on the hood. The cost of this, along with the wrath of PETA, is just $559.
Baby Dior Flower Dress
4. Baby Dior Flower Dress: Little baby blue is no doubt going to be photographed by the media as she gets older. But for now, she would look adorable in this baby do you work flowered dress. This little dress comes in Ivory, and features sheer balloon sleeves. The dress is made out of silk, and has gathered round neckline. And it’s worth the $605 price tag, since Dior is nice enough to throw in a pair of matching “bloomers.”
MANUDIECI Sweet Downy winter bag for girls
5. MANUDIECI Sweet Downy winter bag for girls: When Beyoncé is in far away places like Russia, she she may want to consider this nice little baby bag by Manudieci. Blue Ivy would be a warm bundle of joy in this winter bag for girls. The baby bag is made especially for a cold winter. It’s hood and fur are separable, and comes with an in front continuous zipper. The jacket consists of 53% PP, 38% polyester, 9% PU Filling, 90% Dawn and 10% feathers/springs. Again, not a good choice because of PETA, but hey it’s a free country. And it’s just $622.00
Burberry Leather Trench Coat: $895
6. Leather Trenchcoat by Burberry: Blue Ivy’s mommy and daddy will no doubt, want to protect them from the elements. That’s why we recommend this $895 Burberry leather trenchcoat for girls. The jacket is made of soft lamb leather. It comes with a belted waist, signature epaulettes, a rain shield, button-tab cuffs and button down pockets. It wouldn’t be complete without metal buttons engraved with the Burberry logo. Oh yeah, it also has a gun flap, in case the child inherits her daddy’s trigger finger.
Gucci Teddy Bear Pendant
7. Teddy Bear Pendant: This little teddy bear pendant would look great on Blue Ivy. It’s nice and subtle, yet still elegant, as one would expect from Gucci. The necklace and pendant are 18kt yellow gold, and weighs 6.11 grams. An adjustable closure that allows the necklace to stretch out to 15.8″ in length ensure that Blue can get more than a few years out of it, for the $1050 price tage.
Dior Baby Ivory Silk Christening Gown Bonnet 2 Piece Set
8. Baby Ivory Silk Christening Gown & Bonnet 2 Piece Set: Despite all the crazy rumors floating around on the net, it is too soon to know what religious denomination Baby Blue will adhere to. While Jay-Z has taken several shots at organized religion, his wife, Beyonce was raised in the church and is a devote Christian. Either way, we thought this Ivory Silk Christening gown by Dior would look great on Blue Ivy. For just $1017, Blue Ivy will look nice, regardless of what faith she chooses.
LANVIN Sleeveless Dress
9. LANVIN Sleeveless Dress: All those hot summer nights Beyoncé can keep her baby looking cool, stylish and elegant in this Lanvin sleeveless dress. Blue Ivy would look like royalty in this sleeveless crewneck dress, which measures just 22 inches in length. With pleating at the waist and an invisible zipper in the back, Blue Ivy would be the center of attention in this silk dress, which costs a mere $1,145.00
Bling Baby Diamond Encrusted Pendant: $17,000
10. 3ct. Diamond Pacifier (278 Pave Set Diamonds): We know that Jay-Z has a love for expensive jewelry, and if the old saying “the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree,” it’s true we can expect nothing but the best for Blue Ivy. She can start her jewelery collection off early with this diamond encrusted pacifier. The 3ct pacifier is set in 278 diamonds, which is made by Bling Baby and costs a cool $17,000.
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Hip-Hop Rumors: Behind-the-Scenes Edition With B.o.B., Dame Dash, Gucci Mane, Odd Future & More!
This post is a collection of behind-the-scenes videos released over the past few days, containing exclusive access to video shoots, recording sessions, and more, with the likes of Dame Dash, B.o.B, Odd Future, Wacka Flocka, Jazze Pha, and 2 Chainz!
We wonder what the cameras didn’t catch…
B.o.B. and Wacka Flocka Recording “Fist Pump”:
Courtesy of BlindFolksVision1
Dame Dash Presents Cavi Life: Episode 2 w/ Cam’Ron and Freekey Zeekey:
[vimeo http://vimeo.com/34631881]Courtesy of DD172
Gucci Mane – “In Love With A White Girl” ft. Yo Gotti:
[vimeo http://vimeo.com/34596413]Courtesy of ATLNightSpots
2 Chainz and Jazze Pha Working In the Studio:
Courtesy of 3LittleDigs
Inside the Odd Future Golf Wang Pop-Up Shop In L.A.:
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Common vs Drake? Hip-Hop Beef Needs a Funeral and a Proper Burial
“Dearly beloved, we are gathered here today to pay our last respects to a ‘friend’ that has been dear to many musical artists, fans and readers….that ‘friend’ is HIP-HOP BEEF.”
What forward-moving purpose does Hip-Hop beef serve? Can someone please educate me? I was a little thrown aback by the recent beef that spread quickly throughout the Internet and radio shows involving Common and Drake. Frankly, I found it pretty weak for Common, an artist I respect, to engage in such nonsense.
He supposedly took shots at Drake in his song “Sweet” from his newly released album The Dreamer, The Believer. I wasn’t impressed with the song; too much cursing. I wasn’t that impressed with the album either (I’m still listening to it, though, to see if my opinion will change). And now it continues with Drake supposedly clapping back in the song “Rich Forever,” and as expected, Common getting in more lyrical jabs in the song “Stay Schemin.”
No, I’m not siding with Drake. I don’t even listen to him much at all. I got his album along with Nicki Minaj’s just to see what all the hype was about. They didn’t move me. I just think they are doing an excellent job of mastering their moment.
Getting back to the eulogy for Hip-Hop Beef: I love Hip-Hop culture and trust me I’ve enjoyed true lyrical battles in our history, but this mudslinging, name-calling, backbiting, buffoonery, and randomly picking out other artists just for the heck of it has outlived its usefulness and has become a destructive force. The new trend now is grown men and women using Twitter to take shots instead of sitting down in person to solve our problems. I even read where Young Jeezy said one of his friends was killed due to an exchange of words on Twitter.
When it comes to Hip-Hop, I always sit and wonder who calculates when a beef should start? Who should be targeted? How long it should last? What dirt should be unveiled? Do some artists start beef to make up for poor record sales? Are they thirsting that bad for publicity? Is their marketing and lyrical engine that weak that they need to start a beef to save their careers? If an artist has millions already, why waste time attacking people? Is it out of greed? Is there really a winner in a beef?
Nobody in Hip-Hop can deny that The Honorable Minister Louis Farrakhan has been the most critical in putting an end to a lot of the beef in the genre.
Back in 1997, Min. Farrakhan gathered a group of Hip-Hop artists at his home in Chicago to call a truce between East Coast and West Coast rappers. In attendance included Snoop Dogg, Ice Cube, Common (his name was Common Sense then), Tha Dogg Pound, Willie D, Fat Joe and more.
In 2001, Min. Farrakhan was the keynote speaker at the Hip-Hop Summit in New York hosted by Russell Simmons.”Every time you use your rap song against another rapper and the magazines publish your words, the people that love you then turn on the people that you have spoken against. Then, the one you spoke against speaks back against you and his group becomes inflamed against you. When you are a rapper and you understand your leadership role, you must understand that, with leadership comes responsibility. You did not ask for it. It is imposed on you, but you now have to accept responsibility that you have never accepted,” Min. Farrakhan said to the packed room.
He added, “Your potential to change reality is so great that, if you learned the skill of words and how to use words; if you learned how to say what it is you want to say, but say it in a way that gains universal respect, then the rap would evolve to an art form that will never be replaced. It will evolve to be that form that will set the stage for the next phase of its evolution.”
In 2003, Min. Farrakhan sat down with Ja Rule in the midst of his heated feud with 50 Cent. In his conversation with Ja Rule, that aired on MTV and BET, Min. Farrakhan told Ja Rule not to give in to the pressure of his listeners who wanted him to keep dissing 50 Cent but rather “teach them that there’s more to life than beef.
“A war is about to come down on the rap community. When you and 50 throw down, it goes all the way down into the streets. The media takes the beef between you and 50 and they play it, they jam it, they keep it going. Why would they keep something going that could produce bloodshed? There is a bigger plot here, Ja, and this is what I want you and 50 and our hip-hop brothers and sisters to see,” said Min. Farrakhan.
Where would Hip-Hop be if they had fully implemented the guidance of this wise man? As for the beef, let’s throw some dirt on the coffin and pay our last respects.
(Brother Jesse Muhammad is a staff writer for The Final Call Newspaper and an award-winning blogger. Follow him on Twitter @BrotherJesse)
Hip-Hop Rumors: Lupe Fiasco and Pharrell Album On The Way!!
This Just In From Lupe Fiasco:
Looks like that cancelled CRS project didn’t totally die. Following a “Breaking News” memo on his Facebook page, the link led to Lupe revealing via on his website that not only is the sequel to his critically acclaimed debut, Food & Liquor, on the way, but so is a Lupe and Pharrell album!
So much for those label problems!
Food and Liquor 2 OR the collaboration album…which one do you want first?
SOUND OFF!
Hip-Hop Rumors: Taiwanese Animation Recaps How Jay-Z Baby Security Kept Man From Seeing His Infants?!!
Hova runs things. Don’t y’all know that by now???
There’s already been a well-publicized New York Post rumor floating around today that Jay-Z’s top-notch security at New York City’s Lenox Hill Hospital kept a man from seeing his own premature, infant babies. Now, we don’t always believe everything we read in the Post, but it seems pretty feasible that this guy, Neil Coulon, is telling the truth, since the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at the hospital is the same reported floor as the one Jay-Z bought-out for $1.3 million during the family’s stay.
By the way, a Lenox Hill Hospital rep says that dollar figure is exaggerated, although they did pay a lot of money.
What boggles our minds even more is how quickly these animators and graphic designers are coming up with “Baby Blue Ivy Carter” coverage of their own…and how much work they’re putting into these things! We don’t know about y’all, but we got other work to do! Anyway…
Check out this Taiwanese animation clip that breaks down the whole Blue Ivy Carter birth drama and the “lockdown” being experienced by the other parents at the hospital! LOL!
Via: NMA.tv
Snoop Dogg Arrested For Marijuana Possession In Texas
(AllHipHop News) Rapper Snoop Dogg was arrested for possession of marijuana in Texas over the weekend.
TMZ.com reports that Snoop’s tour bus was stopped at a border checkpoint in Sierra Blanca, in West Texas.
During the Border Patrol agents’ routine search of the bus, a K-9 reacted to something in a waste basket.
Police said they found a red prescription bottle with several joints inside, with just under a half-ounce of marijuana.
According to TMZ.com, Snoop claimed responsibility for the marijuana since he has a prescription in California, but Texas has a zero-tolerance policy.
The rapper was issued a citation for misdemeanor drug possession and released.
He faces up to 180 days in jail.
Attempts to reach the rapper’s rep were unsuccessful.