M.O.P. Ft. Mobb Deep "Street Certified"
Lyor Cohen Teams Up With Twitter To Find Next Star Via Tweets (VIDEO)
(AllHipHop News) One of the most annoying practices on social media may have just became upcoming artists best way to get signed. During his keynote at international music conference Midem, Cohen announced that his independent music venture 300 will partner with Twitter.
The former Def Jam president and 32 year music industry veteran highlighted the growing change in the landscape of music consumption and a need for those searching for talent to adapt accordingly:
In the modern A&R business we are all looking for talent in various places, and certainly Twitter is a terrific place to look at talent. If you want to get signed, you have to engage with Twitter, and of course YouTube, and we’ll be looking to try and develop tools that the rest of the music community can utilize.
In an interview with Billboard, Cohen explains that the partnership with Twitter will last a year and will give his music venture 300 “access to the data and building tools for artists in the creative community for them to be discovered and amplified.” No artists are signed yet, however Cohen says that he is open to signing an unknown artist with an enormous social media presence.
[ALSO CHECK OUT: Kendrick Lamar’s Performance Was Most Talked About Grammy Moment On Twitter]
Twitter’s recent business moves in the music industry coincide with Cohen’s goal of a creative hub connecting artists, agents, mangers and fans for artist development. Back in January, Twitter partnered with leading music data service Gracenote which implemented Twitter Verified Artists in its video and music database. Gracenote powers the information retrieval in iTunes and XBOX Music. With this partnership would allow fans to view and interact with an artists’ Twitter feed without leaving their Gracenote-powered music service.
Check out Cohen’s full keynote speech as he explains the partnership with Twitter and more below:
#FreshHeat: Taylor J [#BGA] "Michael Jordan"
Spark aka SparkDawg [#BGA] "Flex"
Bravo "Know My Steez (Freestyle)"
Yung LA "Fa Real Fa Real"
Dag Savage (Exile & Johaz) New Album "E&J" Available For Streaming
(AllHipHop) The duo of Exile and Johaz, collectively known as Dag Savage, are prepping to release their album E&J tomorrow February 4th. The 16-track project features production exclusively by Exile (Below the Heavens) and appearances by Blu, Fashawn, Med, Aloe Blacc, and more. Listeners can now preview the entire album before it hits the stores.
Dag Savage’s E&J will be available for purchase on iTunes via Exile’s Dirty Science imprint. Stream the entire album below.
EXCLUSIVE: Raekwon Behind-The-Scenes
Photo / Videography Credit: Frsk Purple
Living legend, Raekwon of the Wu-Tang Clan, is the breathing personification of music. Investing a lifetime into art; his creative cache continues to become more valuable. Teaming up with master lyricist, Talib Kweli, on “Violations,” from Kweli’s latest effort Gravitas; The Chef spoke candidly with AllHipHop.com during the video shoot at Factory Studios.
The candid interview details his insight as a writer, his appreciation for a sincere inner-circle, and his sustained passion for Hip-Hop:
“I’m the type of artist that passion is always going to overdo everything. When you love something, you know, you approach it in a way that you want the best out of it. So, that’s how I move. I make sure that at the end of the day [that] this is what I want to do. This is what I feel. I get a feeling when I make music.” –Raekwon
Hip-Hop Rumors: Did Diddy Get Engaged?
Diddy is the international playboy!
I really don’t care what he does, but it seems like the internets do. Why? Because the man is apparently finally settling down a bit.
For the longest, we’ve heard that he’s going to make Cassie an honest woman, but the situation has been pump faked so many times, we’ve given up.
Then Diddy posts this:
According to Rhymes With Snitch, this is a strong indication that there’s something going on, because in the image above Cassie is rocking a rock that resembles the ring Diddy revealed. I’m thinking Diddy needs to run with it since there are no other megastar females available at the moment.
“They keep us talking, but if we stop talking about them then they should worry!” -illseed.
Illseed, Out.
GET INTERACTIVE WITH ALLHIPHOP.COM!
Follow us on Twitter! Like us on Facebook!
Email illseed rumors: ki*********@***il.com
Teacher Suspended For Assigning Lil Wayne Lyrics As Homework
(AllHipHop News) Hip Hop has been the source for education courses for years. From 2Pac‘s music being analyzed at the University of Washington to The Notorious B.I.G.‘s “Ten Crack Commandments” being taught as an online business class to Nas becoming the inspiration for a Harvard University fellowship, rapper’s cultural contributions are now actively a part of higher learning.
[ALSO READ: Rutgers Professor Explores Race In New Course Based On Beyoncé]
It seems one teacher in Florida may have taken rap music’s educational value a little too far. An eighth grade English class at the Charter Schools of Boynton Beach was assigned to read the uncensored version of Lil Wayne’s “6 Foot 7 Foot.” Apparently, the students were instructed to find examples of figurative language in the song, but the explicit lyrics found in Tha Carter IV track upset some parents.
The school administration claims the assignment was not approved. Headmaster Wayne Owens released a statement to WBTV News Channel 5 saying the students were having trouble understanding literary devices, and the teacher decided to use “colloquial material” as a way to help the students grasp the concepts.
Owens added the teacher recognizes the assignment was “inappropriate.” The teacher was suspended for three days.
[ALSO READ: Young Money To Release “Young Money: The Rise Of An Empire” Compilation Album]
Watch the WBTV report and Lil Wayne’s video for “6 Foot 7 Foot” below.
Meek Mill Says He's 70% Done With Next Album
(AllHipHop News) It has been over a year since Maybach Music Group artist Meek Mill released his debut studio album Dreams and Nightmares.
After dropping the Dreamchasers 3 mixtape and appearing on the Self Made Vol. 3 MMG compilation in 2013, Meek is presently working on his sophomore album. According to the Philadelphia native, the currently untitled project is expected to be released sometime this spring.
[ALSO CHECK OUT: Maino [#BGA] Ft. Meek Mill & Troy Ave “Lights Camera Action”]
“I’m working on my album right now – coming out in the Spring,” Meek tells VladTV. “I’m about 70% done.”
Watch Meek Mill talk about his next LP and other business ventures he is working on in the video below.
Young Buck Talks Possibly Working With Tony Yayo
(AllHipHop News) During a conversation with DJ Whoo Kid a few weeks back, Young Buck did not sound too open about formally reuniting with G-Unit. The Tennessee rapper called into Whoo’s radio show again recently, and this time he left the door open to maybe connecting with the Tony Yayo from the Unit for a track.
[ALSO READ: Young Buck Discusses G-Unit Reunion Rumors]
“Hey man look, anything is possible,” says Buck about working with Yayo. “Just tell the listeners to stay tuned… F**k the b#######. Get to the money.”
Listen to Buck’s conversation with Whoo Kid in the video below.
Schoolboy Q Taps Kendrick Lamar, 2 Chainz, Raekwon, & More For "Oxymoron" LP
(AllHipHop News) The tracklist for Schoolboy Q’s highly anticipated album Oxymoron has been revealed. The set will feature appearances by his fellow Black Hippy members Kendrick Lamar and Jay Rock. Other guests set to show up on the LP include 2 Chainz, Raekwon, Tyler the Creator, Kurupt, BJ the Chicago Kid, Sza, and Suga Free.
[ALSO READ: Schoolboy Q Talks Gangbanging Past & Following After Kendrick Lamar’s Success]
Oxymoron is scheduled for release on February 25th and is now available for pre-order on iTunes. Check out the tracklist for Oxymoron below.
- “Gangsta”
- “Los Awesome” (Feat. Jay Rock)
- “Collard Greens” (Feat. Kendrick Lamar)
- “What They Want” (Feat. 2 Chainz)
- “Hoover Street”
- “Studio” (Feat. BJ the Chicago Kid)
- “Prescription/Oxymoron”
- “The Purge” (Feat. Tyler, the Creator & Kurupt)
- “Blind Threats” (Feat. Raekwon)
- “Hell of a Night”
- “Break the Bank”
- “Man of the Year”
- “His & Her Friend” (Feat. SZA)
14 “Grooveline Pt. 2″ (Feat. Suga Free) - “F**k LA”
French Montana, Jadaskiss, & Chinx Drugs Arrested & Released During Super Bowl Weekend
(AllHipHop News) According to multiple reports several rappers were arrested over the weekend in New York City. French Montana, Jadakiss, and Chinx Drugs have all confirmed via social media that they were taken into custody during Super Bowl activities.
[ALSO CHECK OUT: French Montana Ft. Lana Del Ray Wiz Khalifa Machine Gun Kelly, Snoop Dogg & Lana Del Ray “All For You (Remix)”]
Out of all the things in the world to wish on somebody, JAIL isn’t one if them… #stop sweating
— JADAKISS (@Therealkiss) February 1, 2014
Fresh out the bookings, I’m back to BOOKING #FEELINGSpic.twitter.com/VOJOZlfQyW
— Chinx (@ChinxMusic) February 1, 2014
There is no word on why French, Jada, and Chinx were arrested. Vibe is reporting that all three have since been released from jail.
Kokane – "What I" featuring Busta Rhymes
“What I” is a single off Kokane’s newest project called “Shut Da F Up & Cut Da Check” NOW EVERYWHERE ONLINE & IN STORES featuring Busta Rhymes & getting major promotional backing by Bud E Boy Ent!
iTunes Purchase Link: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/shut-da-f-up-cut-da-checc/id785825903
The Artist is also having a contest giving fans a chance to win an IPad & other money cash prizes or a free hook from Kokane himself.
::: #S### CONTEST DESCRIPTION :::
Enter the Contest by sending a SCREENSHOT of your Purchased CD of Kokane’s new album “SHUT DA F UP & CUT DA CHECC”
Send your FULL NAME, your ADDRESS, & your PRIZE CLAIM to: bu**************@***il.com
The #S### Contest ends on February 14, 2014.
MC HAMMER & THE OAKLAND FIGHTCLUB – "ALL IN MY MIND"
Nas & DJ Premier To Perform "Illmatic" In Its Entirety At BUKU Music + Art Project
(AllHipHop News) In celebration of the 20th anniversary of Illmatic, Nas will be hitting the stage with DJ Premier to perform the classic album in its entirety at the 2014 BUKU Music + Art Project.
[ALSO READ: Still Ill? Nas Says He Has Considered Doing A Sequel To Illmatic (VIDEO)]
Besides the Queens legend running through the 1994 Hip Hop masterpiece, other rap stars scheduled to appear at the 2-day festival include Chance The Rapper, Bone Thugs-n-Harmony, Tyler The Creator, Pusha T, Schoolboy Q, and Danny Brown. Big Freedia will also be on hand for the “Twerk Lesson” fan interactive experience.
Artists from various genres will perform across five stages including the VIP-Only stage located aboard the S.S. BUKU riverboat. The 18 & over event is taking place at Mardi Gras World on March 21- 22, 2014.
Tickets are on sale at www.thebukuproject.com/tickets.
[ALSO READ: DJ Premier Gives Update On Joint Album With Nas (VIDEO)]
Check out the full 2014 BUKU Music + Art Project line-up below.
Lil Boosie Confirms February Release; Addresses False Bookings Under His Name
(AllHipHop News) News broke this week that incarcerated rapper Torrence “Lil Boosie” Hatch is scheduled to be released from prison this month. Boosie is now speaking out for the first time about his pending freedom.
[ALSO READ: Lil Boosie Reportedly To Be Released In February]
Boosie contacted his publicist Chew Davis of Von Chew Media & Entertainment to release a statement on his behalf. The Superbad performer confirms he will be home by the end of the February, but he does not want the exact date to become public for “safety concerns and protocols.”
The Louisiana native also wants to make it clear that despite reports he has been scheduled for appearances and shows, any bookings under his name that were not conducted by his brother/manager Taquari “TQ” Hatch or Johnnie Cabbell are not legit. Boosie does not have any booking agents.
“I can’t wait to get out and squash all that sh*t,” says Boosie.
Boosie adds that he has hundreds of songs written ready to be recorded. According to the rapper, his new material will be “real life music.” Fans will also get to see his “growth as a son, a father, a man and with the help of his brother TQ, a verified businessman.”
“I think the folks are waiting for my return to the game,” Boosie said.
The new website www.thereallilboosie.com will be launching this week as well.
[ALSO CHECK OUT: Lil Boosie – Show The World feat. Webbie]
This or That: Quelle Chris Talks Detroit Rap Albums, Kanye West Eras, & Seahawks Vs Broncos
(AllHipHop Feature) In the latest version of “This or That” Detroit’s Quelle Chris shares his picks in a variety of topics. The creator of the Ghost At The Finish Line LP explains why the shocking turn in the The Sixth Sense makes it the “coldest” spirit-filled film.
With songs like “Coke Rap War Game” and “Loop Dreams” in his catalog, we ask the Mello Music Group member for his take on cocaine themed Hip Hop albums and basketball documentaries. The punk rock follower also answers the age-old question in Rock-&-Roll circles – The Ramones or The Clash? Discover Quelle Chris’ choices.
[ALSO READ: Quelle Chris Feels His Quality Music Is Working, Even Without The Fame]
What are your personal Top 5 albums by a Detroit rapper?
Not in any order. Detroit Hip-Hop, Vol. 1, Dwele’s Rize, Hodge Podge’s Ear Candy, Fuzz Scotta’s 97 Crop Pick, and Denmark Vessey’s Cult Classic.
Besides your own work, what were the last three songs you listened to?
ZelooperZ’ “Hit a Lick.” David Bowie’s “Moonage Daydream.” I found the instrumental, so I was listening to that. We – me and the homie Chris Keys – were listening to some Merci Beaucoup s**t. That’s the last three things I can immediately recall listening to.
What is one of the most outlandish things someone has tweeted to you?
I’ve got ones that don’t make any sense like weird beefs that I don’t know why they exist. The s**t that sounds real personal, but for the most part I only get love on Twitter.
If you could choose any three people to follow you on Twitter, who would you pick?
Herman Cain, Darryl Strawberry, and Hannibal Buress.
[ALSO READ: This or That: Curren$y Talks Live In Concert, Next Joint Project, & Preferred Brand Of Kush]
This or That: freestyle or write?
Write. I freestyle just on some bulls**t, but I like to write, have that complete thought. I like every line to be just right. Even it doesn’t sound just right, it sounds just right in my brain.
Better ghost story movie: The Sixth Sense or Paranormal Activity?
The Sixth Sense, that st is the coldest. Paranormal Activity is on some Blair Witch st. I’m good on that. In The Sixth Sense, when you found out that the dude was dead all the time, that st blew your mind. You knew they were ghosts in Paranormal Activity. You didn’t know what the fk was going on with The Sixth Sense.
Better basketball documentary: Hoop Dreams or The Fab Five?
Hoop Dreams is that st. I’ll go with Fab Five just because Hoop Dreams is long as fk.
Better coke rap album: Lord Willin’ or Only Built 4 Cuban Linx?
Only Built 4 Cuban Linx, definitely.
“College Dropout era” Kanye or “Yeezus era” Kanye?
College Dropout, that goes without saying. I’m not going to sit here talk about that man. He’s doing something. He may not being doing it the best way I think it could be done, but he’s doing something. But that old st was killing. This new st just sounds forced to me. That old s**t just sounded natural.
The Ramones or The Clash?
The Clash, I like their grooves a lot more.
Grand Theft Auto or Call of Duty?
Grand Theft Auto because I haven’t really been getting into the first-person st. I like the Grand Theft Auto online st too. Grand Theft Auto all day. You can do whatever the fk you want to do. Call of Duty, n***as just be fighting each other all day. Grand Theft Auto you can run around and do all types of crazy st. I like freedom. On Call of Duty there’s not enough freedom for me.
Bitcoin: cool or crazy?
That sht could be the wave of the future. This money st’s about to collapse. It’s not like we’re not always going to have some form of currency. That’s just how people work. You got people in jail, and they got to have some sort of currency.
I’m not against that Bitcoin. I’m not going to lie. I’ve tried to get into that st. I don’t complete understand it. That st got me lost [laughs], but that st’s going to make its way. I don’t think that st’s crazy. I think if you can make your own way of creating exchange between two people without having to go through the system that’s already established then go for it.
Seahawks or Broncos?
Seahawks.
[ALSO READ: Chef Roblé Talks Biggie vs Jay-Z, A$AP Rocky, Mike Tyson, & Crazy Twitter Fans In ‘This or That’]
Check out Quelle Chris and fellow Mello Music Group artists on the compilation Mandala Vol. 1, Polysonic Flows below.