(AllHipHop News) Trinidad James has been dropped by Def Jam.
The rapper was signed to the iconic label by Sha Money XL, who signed the rapper in 2012 for a reported $2 million.
The rapper posted the news on Twitter.
He said, “I should tell yall. I got dropped by the Label. My Album is now free. If u hear ur beat or verse on it. I hope u want dap cuz i got no money.”
His debut single, “All Gold Everything,” charted high on the Billboard Hot 100 and R&B/Hip-Hop charts.
Looks like Bow Wow, I mean, Shad Moss is getting back with his dope ex-Angela Simmons. But, not in the way you may think. They are not getting back together! Damn. That would have made great TV, since they just broke up a year or so ago. But they are jumping back into a reality show. The new show won’t have anything to do with that though. They are apparently working on a reality show that focuses on his life as a host and dad. Angela will simply discuss her traveling and her fashion endeavors. Uh…doesn’t seem very interesting to me. There has to be more. I’m wondering…what’s up. Is this really going to happen or not.
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(AllHipHop News) Remy Ma is free at last.
The Bronx-born lyricist was to be released from prison yesterday (July 31) after serving six years in jail.
The rapper simply posted a note, proclaiming, “I’m back.”
The rapper’s husband Papoose posted the following image of a cake with a crown. In a caption, Pap stated, “Congratulations to the #Queen happy 2c you walk out that cage!!!!!!!!!! Time 2 begin a new chapter It’s your time.”
Remy was supposed to get out of prison yesterday, but a phone infraction delayed the return.
Despite the social media proclamation, there are no images of Remy’s return.
Eskabel was born December 3, 1986, in Houston, Texas into a world that destined him toward becoming a star. His multi-cultural roots included an African-American father and a Nuyorican (Puerto rican) mother who didn’t take s### and refused to let him become another statistic. She taught him the faith of her ancestors, and tried to guide him along the path of the righteous. His father was a record label Executive, exposing Eskabel to a variety of musical genres during his formative years. Eskabel’s father witnessed his son’s creativity and began to teach him the business acumen that could only be accumulated over years of struggle and experience dealing with the bureaucracy that had taken over the music industry.
Eskabel often felt alone. With most of his extended family in New York, growing up the south was a different world. His mixed background forced him to try to identify with one minority or another, as the blacks and latinos in his neighborhood ran in separate circles. He found people resented his ethnicity, and he therefore kept very few associates. He discovered rap at young age, finding solace in the rhymes of artists who shared his sentiment of solitude. Eskabel was just ten years old when he first heard Tupac’s album All Eyez on Me pumping through the speakers in his older sister’s room. From that point on he knew he was destined for a lifelong pursuit of storytelling. He began to study the art of rap, self-taught with such textbooks as Makaveli, I am (NAS),every catalog of Jay-z, Eminem and Big Pun. Though Eskabel triumphed in many arenas growing up, including athletics, poetics and girls, only one true art form did he dedicate his soul to, that being Hip-Hop.
No stranger to the fast life coursing through his bloodstream, Eskabel found himself in trouble with the law at times. Though he does not like to talk about those experiences, he has been quoted as saying “At one point in my life I found myself naturally inclined to commit crime, I will never glorify the life I used to live, I’ve got something to do on this earth, my days are limited so I must inform the world of the truth, and that is the ART OF SURVIVAL,I pray the lord continues to protect me from any and all demons”
Eskabel is currently working on his debut album release “OUTWORK THE WORLD”, and has previously released 5 mixtapes.
Blanco Caine and Gzus Piece release their latest single “Top” produced by 808 Mafia.
Rostrum’s Boaz and TDE President & Lyricist Punch link up for the first track off Bo’s forthcoming mixtape series “Real Name, No Gimmicks” Volume 1. In the next month, Boaz will be releasing a series of short mixtapes to coincide with his album rollout. Volume 1 drops August 6th.
Wave Chapelle’s new single, “Like I’m Trappin (LIT)” featuring Asaad, this will appear on Chapelle’s upcoming mixtape, Only The Beginning.
Usher Raymond IV recently celebrated the 15th anniversary of his non-profit organization The New Look Foundation in Atlanta, Georgia. Atlanta native Ludacris hosted the star-studded gala, which drew around 450 attendees. Celebrity guest in attendance included director Kenny Leon, boxing icon Sugar Ray Leonard; singers Rico Love, Josh Kauffman, super producer Jermaine Dupri, Blake Shelton, and producer and songwriter Bryan Michael Cox.
The President’s Circle Awards Luncheon was held at the St. Regis Atlanta hotel (in the upscale Buckhead neighborhood). Usher created the organization at the age of 20, with the backing of his mother.
The luncheon celebrated community influencers that have inspired youth to pursue their passions while making a significant impact in their respective professional fields. Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed was honored with the Service Legacy Award alongside other notable honorees that included sponsors and outstanding students. The foundation raised more than $1 million through the luncheon. A live auction was held during the ceremony which raised an additional $98,000.
Former U.S President Bill Clinton, actor Robert De Niro and singer Pharrell Williams all posted video messages congratulating Usher on foundation’s success.
Usher’s foundation has helped more than 21,000 worldwide since its 1999 bright beginning. The mission of the foundation is to grant disadvantaged youth the exposure to talent, education, career and service as the program provides mentors, internships, and travel opportunities.
AllHipHop’s Rea Melissa Davis caught up with Usher, Ludacris, Sugar Ray Leonard, Josh Kaufman, Kenny Leon, and some of the honorees to discuss how important it is to empower today’s youth. Check out our red carpet video below.
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Last month, The Recording Academy held “A Grammy Conversation” on the current state of R&B music at the West Hollywood Soho House.
Quddus hosted the evening and the conversation included five panelists: Music Journalist Gail Mitchell, singer-songwriter/producer Liv Warfield, Grammy-winning producer LaShawn Daniels, eight-time Grammy nominee Ledisi and four-time Grammy nominee Tyrese Gibson. According to HitsDailyDouble they each attributed their inspiration to classic R&B and soul artists, including James Brown, Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, Etta James, Donny Hathaway, Tina Turner, Sam Cooke, Jodeci and Earth Wind & Fire.
The discussion included topics like: Will new R&B artists be heard? Will people take a chance on them? Will urban alternative artists find a way to bridge the gap between what was and what is? Is the playing field uneven between black and white artists? Is there a place for R&B in a singles-driven music industry and a society that has been hypnotized by EDM music?
In part two of the discussion LaShawn Daniels talked about the issues within certain record labels and the disconnect between the good in an artist being creative versus what’s good and convenient for marketing. As usual, John Legend’s “All of Me” was used as an example of how labels are now often chasing records instead of putting real belief behind them. Daniels also spoke about the successful planning Motown did with their big artists as well as their up and comers. He also acknowledged Jimmy Iovine (at Interscope) for being successful with this also. Daniels basically explained the song comes first.
Songstress Liv Warfield shared her story as an independent artist trying to break into the industry and her experiences with flip-flopping labels. She asked the question: Why is Sirius radio breaking so much more music than terrestrial radio and continuing to play records that FM won’t even try? Ledisi and Tyrese talked about being independent artists and how artists need to stay driven at their own musical goals and not let certain aspects of the industry divert them. Tyrese also explained why he thinks the industry is too caught up with who produced a song or who is featured on a song, while Ledisi explained her desire for today’s R&B to be more balanced between the origins and today’s new styles.
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Our own DJ Hustle has jumped on the turn tables giving you The Jump Off Mix Volume #5. In this mix DJ Hustle has the Legends 2Pac and Biggie going in, DJ Hustle is blending and mixing on AllHipHop.com. Listen to DJ Hustle’s Jump Off Mix. Weekly mixes will be posted for your weekly enjoyment. Let DJ Hustle know what you want to hear in the mix @AllHipHopcom or @DJHustle.
The Atlanta Entertainment Basketball League (AEBL) & 2 Chainz’s T.R.U Foundation are partnering in a community service effort to help Atlanta’s underprivileged youth prepare for the 2014-2015 school year. The Inaugral T.R.U 2 School Fair will take place August 3,2014 from 3PM – 5PM at Downtown Atlanta Central Park Gym, located at 400 Merritts Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30308.
The T.R.U 2 School Fair will empower over 200 of Atlanta’s youth by providing school supplies and haircut/hairstyles in preparation of the 2014 school year. Attendees will also be treated to food, fun contests, prizes, bounce houses and special appearances throughout the event by some of Atlanta’s favorite celebrities.
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The event is open to the community, and donations are welcome. Donations for the event are being accepted this week from 11AM – 7PM at BlacktopATL, located at 1963 Howell Mill Road, and also at the event.
The first round of the highly anticipated AEBL 2014 playoffs will commence immediately following the T.R.U 2 School Fair. 2 Chainz’s team Street Execs, who became the number one seed after beating Trinidad James’ team Gold Gang, will face-off against underdogs Grind Hard.
Black Coal is still brewing up heat as they release another Summer Anthem titled “Plateau”. Take a listen and follow the DMV Trio as they continue to grow their movement!
TIMO releases the first single off of his debut project “Start Dancing”, with a little help from Chicago’s own Alex Wiley and production by YOG$.
Luke-O of Moola Gang Ca$h Cow$ hits us with his latest single,“24-7” featuring fellow Pittsburgh rapper Gunner. Luke-O’s Lacoste Bo$$ mixtape is set to release some time in August.
Steven Russell Harts the lead singer of Platinum selling group TROOP has new music out! The R&B crooner is known for writing hits for TROOP, Chris Brown, B2K, Charlie Wilson, Fantasia, Keith Sweat and many more. In addition he has won 3 Grammy awards for his songwriting and production work. Harts recently released “Shelter” the first single off his forthcoming solo project, “The Wedding Singer.” Harts promises to bring back REAL R&B and love songs with his new project. After writing top ten hits for his musical peers, Harts has decided to finally give R&B fans what they have been wanting as he shares his vocal talent on his new solo project. Take a listen to the single “Shelter” and TROOP’s “Not In A Million Years” below.
“Shelter”
“Not In A Million Years”
Before Mishon releases his debut single under Columbia Records, the R&B crooner lends his vocals to the popular summer smash “No Flex Zone”.
Mishon’s versatility is definitely shown on the track as he raps and sings about letting his haters know that he’s here to stay. “F*ck all the haters and dissing because none of you pay me,” says Mishon. Mishon also asks his label to release his single on the track. “Can someone please tell Columbia to put the damn single out?” sings Mishon. The 21-year-old R&B crooner has a lot to say this time around. Take a listen! Below!
Love Dominique is a Houston native who is leaving a powerful impression on everyone who hears her music. With the release of her 2nd EP, self titled “Love Dominique, the versatile soulful sultry singer is carving out a lane, all her own.Love Dominique celebrated the release of her self-titled EP, “Love Dominique,” in Houston. On hand to celebrate with the “Tonight” singer and her growing fan base were Houston’s own hip hop diva Troublesum and Day 26 frontman Brian Angel. Attendees were treated to a live show from the singer.
“Love Dominique” is the songstress’ highly anticipated follow-up to her “Wicked Heart” EP. The album was a collaborative project between her Love Music imprint and Altavoz. The project features breakout singles “Down,” “Shadow,” and the forthcoming “Beautiful.” “I’m extremely grateful for the support of my loving fan base,” she states. “Love Dominique” is available in retail stores nationally and digital stores including iTunes, Google Play and Amazon.com
Check out “Goin Hard” from “Love Dominique”
I am sitting here doing nothing. All of a sudden I get an alert and that alert say, “Dream Info Urgent.” Well the honest facts are, I don’t know much about The Dream. In fact, I almost called him “The Game” by accident. Anyway, I have to warn The Dream! Apparently, he is pretty good with the ladies out in these skreets. They seemingly like him so much they want to set him up. I have been told that one of The Dream’s sideline skeezers is looking to have a baby with him. She has stopped taking her birth control and is looking for him to put a bun in her oven.
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