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Uncle Charlie Wilson Travels To Kuwait In Support Of U.S. Troops

By: Grouchy Greg Watkins (@GrouchyGreg) Updated Category: Alternatives
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“Uncle” Charlie Wilson will continue his support for US troops fighting overseas, by making his fourth appearance in the Middle East in the past three years.

The R&B icon, who launched his career as the lead singer of The Gap Band, is heading to Kuwait this month to perform five dates for the troops, as most prepare to withdraw from the region, since President Obama’s announcement that the war with Iraq was over.

“I can’t wait to get back and have a real party with our troops,”vWilson told AllHipHop.com in a statement. “It’s an honor to be a part of the welcome home celebration. We owe them and their families a debt of gratitude for
the sacrifices they have made to protect our country.”

Dates are listed below:

November 15 — Concert at Camp Buehring

November 16 — Concert
at Camp Virginia

November 17 — Meet and Greet at Camp Patriot

November 18 — Concert at LSA

November 19 — Concert at Camp
Arifjan (Zone 6)

Check out some footage of Wilson’s concerts during his February 2011 tour of Iraq and Kuwait.

Breeding Ground Spotlight: 2Gzz

By: Steve Raze (@SteveRaze) Updated Category: Breeding Ground
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2Gzz is a rap renegade hailing from the city that spawned the likes of Wiz Khalifa and Mac Miller, Pittsburgh, PA. This multi talented MC has been featured in XXL Magazine, The Source.com, Yo! Raps, Shade 45 to just to name a few sites and radio stations. He’s collaborated with notable artists like Gunplay (of Triple Cs), Juvenile and BG. In addition, 2Gzz has opened up for just about every major Hip-Hop artist in the industry such as  and has repped his city with the talent to match.

AllHipHop.com: What’s good 2Gzz? You’re buzz is crazy right now, but for those who are not familiar, let them know who you are?

2Gzz: Yeah, I go by the name 2Gzz, which is short for 2Gunzz and I have my city of Pittsburgh, PA on lock right now. In fact I won “Artist Of The Year” at The Pittsburgh Hip-Hop Awards in 2011 and I released a critically-acclaimed mixtape series entitled “Bricktales Vol. 1 & 2”. My Philosophy Is “Stay Loyal and Stay Hungry.” I was born and raised in the gritty and grimy Northview Heights Projects. I’ve actually lived the life that I rap about and my music incorporates an element of realism and rawness that is authentic.

2Gzz featuring Juvenile and P Vicious “Savage Hustle”

AllHipHop.com: There’s a lot of great talent coming out of Pittsburgh like Wiz Khalifa and Mac Miller. Tell us about the music scene out there.

2Gzz: It’s all good. Much respect to Wiz and Mac Miller. We just grind hard out here in Pittsburgh and we have plenty of super talented people out here. My mission is to further put my city on the map by staying relevant and consistently making hit songs that resonate with the people.

AllHipHop.com: What project are you currently working on?

2Gzz: Currently I’m pushing my Club Banger called “Heavy In Da Club” Ft. Stevie B off of my upcoming Mix Tape Called “Welcome 2 My City,” which will be hosted by DJ Holiday. Also the follow up single is “Savage Hustle” featuring Juvenile. With “Heavy in Da Club” we’re getting a lot of love from college radio stations and notable mixshows from around the country.

2Gzz featuring Stevie B – Heavy In The Club Directed by ANTUKS

AllHipHop.com: Who or what are your inspirations?

2Gzz: First and foremost my family is my main inspiration. But artists Like 2Pac, Jay-Z, Biggie, Rick Ross, Lil Wayne and Wiz Khalifa have all inspired Me.

AllHipHop.com: What is your album going to be like?

2Gzz: My album is going to be CLASSIC AND TIMELESS! It will be released through my indie label called Rovalike Records. Production will be handled by Mike Dugan,Tony Fingers, Soy Sos and others. Be prepared for lyricism and realism.

AllHipHop.com: Any Final Word for the people.

2Gzz: Yes, special thanks to All Hip Hop. And big shout out to my Rovalike family and all my G’s from Pittsburgh. For press and bookings contact pi*********@***oo.com and check me out at http://www.reverbnation.com/2Gzz

Exclusive: Master P. And Romeo Sign Romanian Artist Catalina Toma To No Limit Forever Records

By: Grouchy Greg Watkins (@GrouchyGreg) Updated Category: News
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(AllHipHop News) Master P. and Romeo are targeting the international market with the signing of Romanian pop star Catalina Toma to their No Limit Forever Records.

Catalina Toma is best known for hitting the top of the national charts in Romania for her single “Why My Lord,” which earned the singer “Best Female Voice” and “Video Of The Year” awards in the country.

To date, the singer has released two albums in the country, with her third effort being promoted to the international market, with a focus on the United States.

“Signing Catalina was a no-brainer. She’s one of the most talented Pop and R&B vocalists in the world,” said Master P who compared the singer to Lady Gaga, Mariah Carey and Rihanna.

No Limit’s CEO Romeo has been tasked with helping to introduce the singer, who is popular in Eastern Europe, to American audiences.

“Catalina is a diamond in the rough. And she’s the missing piece to the puzzle for No Limit Forever Records taking over the crossover markets,” Romeo told AllHipHop.com.

According to the Miller’s, Catalina Toma’s debut effort on the No Limit Forever Records imprint will be a mixture of pop and R&B tracks, that will land in stores in 2012.

For more info check out: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Catalina-Toma

Mannie Fresh Runs Down His Big-Name Rap Catalogue

By: seandrasims Updated Category: Features
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Another tidbit from our friends over at VIBE…

Cash Money alumni Mannie Fresh took a few moments to ponder the lack of true production in Hip-Hop today. He also ran down his impressive and lengthy catalogue, amassed since the late 1980s, including rap heavyweights like Juvenile, Lil Wayne, Jay-Z, Kanye West, Young Jeezy, T.I., and many more. Read VIBE’s full interview and then scroll down to the bottom to listen to some of the classic albums touched by Mannie Fresh.

For more, check this old video interview of Mannie discussing the 30-60 minutes it typically takes him to make a beat:

Hip-Hop Rumors: Is Rihanna Pregnant?!? Eminem and DMX Collabo In Works! Quickies!

By: JP DelaCuesta (@JPdelacuesta) Updated Category: Rumors
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Is Rihanna Pregnant?!?

She just couldn’t let Beyonce enjoy her shine, could she? Rumors are swirling currently that a couple of recently canceled Swedish tour dates for the Barbados beauty have nothing to do with “the flu,” like news statements have said, but in fact, have to do with a possible baby on the way.

It’s just a matter of time before reports denying this news come flooding in, but for now, let’s play “who’s the daddy?!”

Eminem and DMX Collaboration in Works!?!


This could be very interesting especially since X has been making a “comeback” of sorts lately. According to producer Cavie who recently spoke to SOHH…

“That right there, I’m going to be honest with you, it was just an idea we were throwing around and it kind of just stuck — I probably should give all the credit to that to my man Ali and [Def Jam executive] Randy Acker. They got ties with Marshall [Eminem] and they were like, ‘We’re good with Marshall and we’re good with X. How can we make this record happen?’ To my knowledge, they’ve already had the phone conversation, they’ve already spoke, everything is good. They talked on a real level. I don’t want to get too deep into it but they’ve already spoken and the record is in the making. We’re just waiting for all of the particulars to come flying.”

This is Hip-Hop history in the making!!! We’re amped!

Quickies: 

-While speaking to MTV News, 50 Cent called his new album the “best in the time period.” <– That sh*t crae.

-Due to comparisons to Watch The Throne, Drake and Weezy have scrapped their collaborative album so that Drake and Rick Ross can work on their Y.O.L.O. project. Soooo, should we take that to mean that the massive combination of Drake and Rick isn’t a threat to The Throne??

– Odd Future’s next album, Purple Naked Ladies, will be released December 20 through their distribution deal with Sony/Red. But, isn’t their day in the sun over already?

-Pacquiao vs. Mayweather is rumored to be going down May 2. Yeah, OK.

-Asher Roth is currently in the studio with Jim Jonsin putting the finishing touches on his sophomore album, Is This Too Orange?

-The G.O.O.D. Music compilation will be dropping before Pusha T’s solo debut. BUT, Fear of God 2: Let Us Pray is available now! We here that Pusha has done four records for the compilation and is seven records into his own album.

-Denzel returns to bad-ass form in Safe House, which comes out in February. (King Kong ain’t got nothin’ on Denzel as a bad-ass!)

Lloyd Banks Releases “The Cold Corner 2” Mixtape

By: JP DelaCuesta (@JPdelacuesta) Updated Category: News
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Earlier today (November 8), G-Unit rapper Lloyd Banks released his new, highly-anticipated mixtape, The Cold Corner 2. The mixtape – with its memorable cover of the Statue of Liberty covering her face – was announced in early 2010 and later shelved so that Banks could focus on some other projects. He decided a few months ago to move ahead with the mixtape, and in no time at all, he has delivered.

Boasting 18 tracks with production from the likes of AraabMUZIK, Beat Butcha, and G-Unit’s own Doe Pesci and The Jerm, The Cold Corner 2 also sports guest verses from A$AP Rocky, Prodigy, Styles P, and more. Check out a full tracklist and download the mixtape here or down below!

Download “Lloyd Banks – The Cold Corner 2” Mixtape Now!