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With his newly released mixtape, Thrillionaire, Columbia Records recording artist T. Mills has set out to show both his fans and the music industry how he’s evolved since his last project, Leaving Home, dropped exactly one year ago.

After a recent collaboration with Juicy J took the Internet over a few months ago, and features from Smoke DZA, Audio Push, and Cocaine 80’s were spotlighted on Thrillionaire, Mills has set out to stretch his Hip-Pop sound the best way he knows how – by evolving into something broader and more universal.

Mills, who is currently performing as one of the headliners on this year’s Vans Warped Tour, spoke to AllHipHop.com recently about Thrillionaire and it’s inevitable sequel, some of the more “left-field” collaborations he has in the works, and the difference between putting on for a crowd at a venue as opposed to thousands at one of the many festivals, like The Bamboozle or the Vans Warped Tour that he’s already hit up this year.

Check out AllHipHop.com’s exclusive interview with T. Mills below:

Catch T. Mills on the Vans Warped Tour now.

Follow T. Mills on Twitter: (@ILoveTMills)

Rockie Fresh Discusses Deal With Rick Ross’ Maybach Music

By: Grouchy Greg Watkins (@GrouchyGreg) Updated Jul 13, 2012 at 10:15amCategory: MOBILE

(AllHipHop News) Rapper Rockie Fresh has issued an official statement on his recent deal with Rick Ross Maybach Music Group.

The 21-year-old rapper, who hails from Chicago, said he was thankful to be a part of one of today’s most popular Hip-Hop labels.

“This is a monumental moment for me, and I’m thankful for the opportunity to be a part of Maybach Music Group” Rockie Fresh said. “It feels great joining such a strong lineup of artists that I respect, and I’m ready to make history. God Is Great. MMG!”

In addition to performing spot dates with label mate Meek Mill on his “Dream Chasers” tour, Rockie Fresh has announced his own outing, the “Electric Highway Tour.”

Rockie Fresh’s “Electric Highway Tour” will stop in over 20 major cities including New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Atlanta, and Detroit.

Check out a flier for the “Electric Highway Tour” below:

Daily Word: Set The World On Fire!!!

By: seandrasims Updated Jul 13, 2012 at 9:21amCategory: Lifestyle

Great morning, my great people!!

Welcome to the only day you know you have for sure! Yesterday is gone, and tomorrow is yet to come! Today’s Daily Word is dedicated to Setting the World on Fire!!!!!!!!! If you believe you were put on this earth merely to be one of the rest, then you are sadly mistaken! If, in your mind, you believe that some people are chosen and others are not, then you have life totally wrong! If somehow you believe that you are not capable of achieving the impossible and living a great life, then you are using your powers in the wrong way!!

Effective immediately, I need you to realize that you were not put on this earth to be regular!! You are AMAZING, and your duty is to add some of your AMAZINGNESS into the world! Each and every one of us is unique and has the power to do great things! We must first believe in those powers, then take full advantage of them! NOW is all you have!! Stop wasting it on the sidelines, and get in the game!! The impossible is a made up word!! Do what you wish and make your life Great!!!!!!
-Ash’Cash

“Stop waiting for the perfect day or the perfect moment… Take THIS day, THIS moment and lead it to perfection.” -Steve Maraboli

“Realize deeply that the present moment is all you have. Make the NOW the primary focus of your life.” -Eckhart Tolle

“Live as if you were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were to live forever.” -Mahatma Gandhi

“The life you have left is a gift. Cherish it. Enjoy it now, to the fullest. Do what matters, NOW.”
-Leo Babauta

“Life is either a daring adventure or nothing at all.” -Helen Keller

“Don’t be afraid to be amazing.” -Andy Offutt Irwin

“We have one precious life: do something extraordinary today, even if it’s tiny. Remember: A pebble starts the avalanche.” -K.A. Laity

“Don’t live down to expectations. Go out there and do something remarkable.” -Wendy Wasserstein

“Believe and act as if it were impossible to fail.” -Charles F. Kettering

TO HEAR THE AUDIO VERSION OF THE DAILY WORD – CLICK HERE.

Ash’Cash is a Business Consultant, Motivational Speaker, Financial Expert and the author of Mind Right, Money Right: 10 Laws of Financial Freedom. For more information, please visit his website, www.IamAshCash.com.

Busta Rhymes’ “Friends” Revealed For Brooklyn Hip-Hop Fest Concert Finale

By: seandrasims Updated Jul 13, 2012 at 9:15amCategory: MOBILE

(AllHipHop News) The culminating concert for the week-long 2012 Brooklyn Hip-Hop Festival (BHF’12) will continue in the tradition of previous years – by bringing artists from Hip-Hop’s storied past to celebrate their musical legacies onstage together.

This year’s BHF’12 headliner – Busta Rhymes of YMCMB – will do the same, as the festival organizers from Brooklyn Bodega report that his show on Saturday, July 14 will feature an all-star lineup from his early days on the rap scene as a member of the Native Tongue clique.

Returning to the BHF stage is Q-Tip, the longtime Busta Rhymes friend and collaborator from A Tribe Called Quest, who served as the headliner for the 2011 festival. Last year, Busta Rhymes was highlighted as a “Friend” during Q-Tip’s performance, leading some to believe that one of this year’s “Friends” may be chosen as the headliner in 2013.

According to the BHF’12, lifelong fans of Busta Rhymes will also witness a long overdue reunion of his former rap pack, Leaders of the New School, which disbanded in the mid-’90s after a scoring numerous hits on the charts such “Scenario” and “Case of the PTA”. There is no word, however, on which former group members will perform.

The 2012 “Friends” performance will also include sets from special guests Raekwon and Rakim. The ever-performing Raekwon* of Wu-Tang Clan is no stranger to the Brooklyn-themed event, and Rakim’s rare appearance comes on the heels of his recent return to recording and touring.

The BHF’12 is nearing completion, and during the week, organizers have hosted numerous events, including the “Show and Prove Bowl” MC showcase with Freeway, Evitan, and more; the Dummy Clap Film Festival with films such as The Infamous Mobb Deep documentary; the Brooklyn Bodega Education initiative with Young Guru and others; and “Salute The DJ,” a tribute to New York’s urban radio pioneers.

*Editor’s Update: Raekwon sent regrets to AllHipHop.com via Twitter – he is currently overseas and will not be in attendance at the final day concert.

Tickets are still available for tomorrow’s BHF’12 Final Day Concert and After Party. To purchase or learn more, visit www.BKHipHopFestival.com.

Guerrilla Black Caught in Credit Card Scheme

By: Jake Crates Updated Jul 13, 2012 at 8:00amCategory: MOBILE

(AllHipHop News) Seattle federal prosecutors have uncovered a credit card hacking scheme that’s resulted in the arrest of three people, including California rapper Guerrilla Black.

According to the Seattle Post Intelligence, the 33-year-old Los Angeles rapper, born Charles Tony Williamson, is accused of buying used credit card information, stolen by two other individuals.

Co-conspirators David Benjamin Schrooten, 22, of the Netherlands, and Christopher A. Schroebel, 21, of Keedysville, Md., have already been indicted.

The credit cards in question were previously used at Seattle businesses..

Prosecutors allege that Guerrilla Black stole over 27,257 credit card numbers netting at least $150,000.

Schroebel has already pleaded guilty to the charges against him.

Hip-Hop Rumors: Is Stevie J A Real Life Pimp With Debt?

By: Chuck Creekmur (@ChuckCreekmur) Updated Jul 13, 2012 at 6:01amCategory: MOBILE

I have yet to watch “Love and Hip-Hop: Atlanta,” but the show is unavoidable. And so are the rumors. So, here is a good one from one of my sources to you. They told me that Stevie J, who I only knew as one of Diddy’s Hitmen, has another distinctive trait. Rumor has it, dude is a real life pimp with actual skeezers! Now, trust me when I say I’m not saying this with any positivity. But, my source says that he’s known to serve rappers and basketballers with his high-grade brand of h####! I also heard this is how he’s managed to get through the lean years in the music game. Clearly, he is a different kind of pimp now that he’s pimpin’ this reality TV game! On the low, cats told me his baby boo chick Joseline used to be one of his chicks. Respect!

Anyway, on the low again, I heard that Stevie J handles his business in the streets too. This is why he can owe people thousands and nobody really move on him. I guess if you have it like this, you can do that s**t.

HERE’S THE HAPPY COUPLE!

BUT, THIS DUDE MAKES THE FUNNIEST FACES EVER!

RIDING SHOTGUN WITH BENZINO!

Ruffhouse CEO Chris Schwartz Stands By Beanie Sigel; New Album Set for August

By: Grouchy Greg Watkins (@GrouchyGreg) Updated Jul 12, 2012 at 11:35pmCategory: MOBILE

(AllHipHop News) Music industry veteran Chris Schwartz is standing by rapper Beanie Sigel, the flagship artist on Schwartz’ relaunched, legendary label, Ruffhouse Records.

Earlier today (July 12), Beanie, born Dwight Grant, was sentenced to 24 months in prison, for avoiding paying taxes on $2.2 million on income earned from 1999-2006.

Ruffhouse Records, which introduced acts like Kriss Kross, Nas, The Fugees, Cypress Hill, and DMX, has sold over 100 million records since its launch.

Ruffhouse has a new distribution deal with EMI Label Services, which will release a new album by Beanie Sigel titled This Time, on August 28.

“We’re extremely proud to be re-launching Ruffhouse Records with Beanie Sigel as our first artist,” said Schwartz. “His sentencing today doesn’t change any of that in the least. Regardless of this unfortunate situation, Beanie has created a tremendous body of work that is totally worthy of the Ruffhouse name.

“It’s almost ironic that the sentencing is happening on the eve of this record, because this record is about introspection and redemption. Beanie is truly one of the great lyricists in the hip-hop game. He stands tall among all the major MCs and he’s revered by all hip-hop aficionados around the world,” Schwartz added.

According to Schwartz, the new incarnation of Ruffhouse Records is seeking established acts with a loyal fan base.

“I’m basically following the same criteria as the previous Ruffhouse Records for the artists we represent,” says Schwartz. “We’re working with self-established marquee artists, and Beanie is the perfect fit.”

Universal Pictures Sets November Release For RZA’s “The Man With The Iron Fists”

By: JP DelaCuesta (@JPdelacuesta) Updated Jul 12, 2012 at 7:58pmCategory: MOBILE

(AllHipHop News) Universal Pictures has set a November 2nd release date for RZA’s directorial debut The Man With the Iron Fists.

The film, which was written by and also stars RZA, finds the Wu-Tang co-founder cast as a blacksmith who is tasked with defending his village in feudal China. The film also stars Russell Crowe, Lucy Liu, Pam Grier, Cung Le, Byron Mann, Rick Yune, David Batista, and Jamie Chung.

The film’s official synopsis is below:

Quentin Tarantino presents The Man With the Iron Fists, an action-adventure inspired by kung-fu classics as interpreted by his longtime collaborators RZA and Eli Roth. Making his debut as a big-screen director and leading man, RZA—alongside a stellar international cast led by Russell Crowe and Lucy Liu—tells the epic story of warriors, assassins and a lone outsider hero in nineteenth-century China who must unite to destroy the clan traitor who would destroy them all.

Since his arrival in China’s Jungle Village, the town’s blacksmith (RZA) has been forced by radical tribal factions to create elaborate tools of destruction. When the clans’ brewing war boils over, the stranger channels an ancient energy to transform himself into a human weapon. As he fights alongside iconic heroes and against soulless villains, one man must harness this power to become savior of his adopted people.

Blending astonishing martial-arts sequences from some of the masters of this world with the signature vision he brings as the leader of the Wu-Tang Clan and as one of hip-hop’s most dominant figures of the past two decades, RZA embarks upon his most ambitious, stylized and thrilling project to date.

RZA’s The Man With the Iron Fists hits theaters on November 2.

Hip-Hop Rumors: Is 50 Cent Working On A “Juice” Remake With Soulja Boy?

By: ginatorres27 Updated Jul 12, 2012 at 7:58pmCategory: MOBILE

We’ve been hearing rumors for a while now that Soulja Boy has been looking into doing a “Juice” remake. The Atlanta rapper even released a mixtape where the cover portrayed him as Tupac’s legendary character “Bishop.” Well now, Soulja Boy may have some Hollywood power behind him in the form of Cheetah Vision – 50 Cent’s movie production company. 50 scored a $200 Million movie budget deal and has been on the prowl for new projects.

Check out what Soulja Boy told XXL Magazine about 50’s involvement:

“With the ‘Juice’ movie…50 Cent, that’s my big bro. He got a movie deal that gave him millions to come up with content. Me and him are going over the Juice movie now. That’s still coming.”

“I know that’s a big thing, I know. You can’t just jump right into a movie like that and rush it. It’s a delicate thing, I know. But I got y’all.”

Soulja Boy still has his heart set on playing “Bishop,” but do you think he can pull it off? Who would you like to see play the other characters?

Election 2012: What Rocks Your Vote?

By: seandrasims Updated Jul 12, 2012 at 5:42pmCategory: Uncategorized

This time of year is pivotal in our country’s history, and to our current and future well-being. Politics isn’t a favorite subject in the urban world, but since the election of President Obama in 2008, it has sparked interest among all groups of people.

From Black to White, college students to blue collar workers, to well-to-do socialites, the excitement was and still is rampant. Even in entertainment, various artists, actors, and recognized figures are speaking out on who they support. Many are strong Democrats, others solid Republicans, and then some aren’t sold on any side at all. The same holds true for everyday young people, middle class, and wealthy Americans.

Voting is something people do out of right; other times, ritual. It is well known that more Blacks and young people of different ethnicities vote Democrat. Often times, their parents instilled that in them, along with their ABC’s, prayer, and saying ‘thank you.’ Now that you’re older, it’s time to make an educated decision of your own.

It’s not about how or why you vote, but more so what your vote means to you. Research is fairly simple, with the vast array of information available by simply clicking on Google, or any other search engine. Of course, all of the information you’ll find isn’t accurate, but being a voter includes educating yourself. Especially in local and state elections – those decisions impact us greatly, and shape the bigger elections.

In 2008, the world witnessed a shift. Voting became the coolest thing to do. Hip-Hop artists and executives played a major role in that phenomenon. Plenty of ads, songs, and rallies were everywhere, all for voting, all for change.

This election, and those that follow, remember, young people and young adults, that the power in the booth is yours.

What are your views on politics? Does the Hip-Hop community have a larger responsibility to get fans more involved in the process? Let us know what you think.