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Hip-Hop Rumors: DJ Drama Says "Dedication 4" With Lil Wayne Is Coming On Labor Day!

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After being pushed back twice, Lil’ Wayne and DJ Drama’s highly anticipated mixtape “Dedication 4” is rumored to be released on Labor Day! According to DJ Drama’s Twitter, the mixtape will be available for download on Labor Day, Monday, September 3.

Lil’ Wayne also tweeted “D4 is stuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuupid.” Let’s hope this new release date sticks!
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Producers Dre & Vidal Host Tour Of Sigma Sound

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(AllHipHop News) Grammy nominated producer Vidal Davis hosted a meet and greet for various media figures to kick off the “Budweiser Made in America Festival.”

Marsha Ambrosious, producer Sterling Simms, Vidal and others discussed the Philly music scene at legendary studio, Sigma Sounds.

Combined, the artists/producers have worker with artists like Jay-Z, Michael Jackson, Usher, Ludacris, Tupac Shakur and others.

The trio discussed Philadelphia’s role in the music industry.

“I didn’t choose New York, I didn’t choose Los Angeles. I didn’t even choose Philadelphia, Philadelphia chose me. Here I am 12 years later. Philadelphia is a city where you don’t have to try, you can just be who you are.”

According to Vidal Davis, the Philly music scene is very vibrant, having produced acts like The Roots, Jill Scott, Musiq Soulchild, Will Smith, Tone Trump, Young Savage, Chill Moody, Eve, DJ Drama, Meek Mill and others.

“It just let’s you know the artists here have staying power,” Vidal told AllHipHop.com. “The Hip-Hop scene in Philly is doing very well. For awhile the emcees weren’t being recognized for their talent by the industry. A light is really starting to shine on the city.”

The producers revealed that their new artist Young Savage will be joining select dates on the OMG Tour in the coming weeks.

The “Budweiser Made In America festival” kicks off tomorrow (September 1) in Philadelphia.

Check out Young Savage’s freestyle below:

Hip-Hop Rumors: Is 50 Cent Bailing On His Headphones Company?

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It looks like 50 Cent is having some trouble with Bradenton company aka Sleek Audio, LLC, the company he partnered with for his “Sleek by 50” wireless headphones. 50 Cent has officially filed a lawsuit against the company for $285,000, the amount he invested in the company as well as an additional $61,429 in back interest and an additional 15 percent for any debt as well as reimbursement for his legal fees.

According to the Miami Herald, the company is claiming that 50 defrauded them when he took their idea to a competitor, SMS Audio. According to the lawsuit, “Sleek would have never borrowed money from Jackson or allowed him to invest in its company had it known that Jackson would ultimately use this tactic (of misusing the money) to steal its design, technology and headphones,” the company said in an un-sworn court statement.

If 50 did take their technology to a competitor, that pretty shady.  Dr. Dre and Jimmy Iovine, the owners of Beats By Dre can rest easy, it looks like 50 Cent is out of the headphone game.

Sidenote – 50 Cent released a statement today regarding the tragic death of his manager, Chris Lighty.  Below is the statement he released to Billboard Biz:

“Chris has been an important part of my business and personal growth for a decade,” said 50 Cent in a statement through his publicist. “He was a good friend and advisor who helped me develop as an artist and businessman. My prayers are with his family. He will be greatly missed.”

R.I.P. Chris Lighty.

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Hip-Hop Rumors: Is There A "Scarface" Remake On The Way Featuring Rihanna?!

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First of all, can we address the rumor that there is going to be a Scarface remake on the way!  According to the Hollywood Reporter, Universal is looking to remake the movie, but it won’t be an exact replica of the 1983 cult classic version featuring Al Pacino.

The new Scarface is going to be similar in that it’s going to be a “crime tale,” but it will be set in 2012, and the characters will be different. It’s going to be a dark look at the American Dream, if that dream is to be a high-powered drug dealer.

Now, let’s get to the second part of this rumor – Rihanna. According to The Sun, the Bajan singe is obsessed with the character of  Elvira Hancock, the hard-partying girlfriend of Al Pacino, originally played by Michelle Pfeiffer.

A source said: “Rihanna loves Scarface. Some of her music videos have been based on Michelle’s character, Elvira. “She knows all the words and even has her walk perfected.”

Are you excited about a new Scarface based in 2012? Is Rihanna a good fit as Elvira?

Sidenote – Did you know that the Scarface featuring Al Pacino was actually a remake? According to Screen Rant, the first Scarface was released in 1932 and was set in Chicago. The movie featured bootlegging, Italians, and Irish mobsters, which is totally different from the 1983 version, which was set in Latin-loving Miami where cocaine was the vice of choice.

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Santigold Joins "The Legends of Hip-Hop" Lineup at Atlanta's ONE MusicFest

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(AllHipHop News) “The Legends of Hip-Hop” – Doug E. Fresh, MC Lyte, Big Daddy Kane, and Slick Rick – will be joined by Big K.R.I.T., Eric Roberson, and more at ONE MusicFest this weekend in Atlanta. Santi White, better known by her stage name Santigold, recently released her second album, Master of My Make-Believe, and will join ONE MusicFest for her first-ever performance in Atlanta. Marsha Ambrosius will also take the stage at the festival.

ONE MusicFest has grown from its beginnings as a relatively small concert to become a highly-anticipated occasion that includes an interactive block party and a food festival.  At Masquerade Music Park, across the street at the Historic Fourth Ward Park, ONE MusicFest participants will enjoy nationally and internationally renowned DJs, a specialty food truck park, vending from local businesses, Live Art, VIP tents, and interactive gaming.

“There is a lack of representation for soul, progressive Hip-Hop, alternative, and rock, represented under one roof, in the format of music festivals in Atlanta”, states J Carter, ONE MusicFest producer. “We have noticed that while there are many pockets of individuals that share taste in the same music, rarely do you see them share in this together. ONE MusicFest was created with the idea of ‘music as the universal language. Over time we aim to grow this fest into a phenomenon and bring together different sectors of individuals through a unique music platform.”

ONE Musicfest will take place this Labor Day Weekend on Saturday, September 1.

For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.OneMusicFest.com. Join the conversation @ONEMusicFest and Facebook.com/OneMusicFest.