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Troi Torain aka STAR is the most objective voice in media today and in 2011 he was inducted into News One's "Top 20 Best Black Radio Jockeys Of All Time." As an objectivist, Atheist and independent voter STAR is known to push the limits of religion, philosophy and rational thinking. 

Acute observations between sexes, races and classes are at the fore of Star’s much-renowned drive and commentary. His “style of no style” makes him appear to be just like any man and yet like no other man that you know.

Torain made the national stage on MTV’s Beat Suite (1999) but it was his radio show (Star & Buc Wild) on New York's Hot 97 & Power 105 that secured his place in media history. STAR's resume also includes Atlantic Records, WEA, Virgin Records, Round The Globe Music, The Source magazine, Pulse 87, Power 99, Hip-Hop Weekly magazine, Vladtv, Thisis50.com, 100.3 The Beat, VH1 (The Gossip Game), Shot97.com and Stop The Police. 

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We'd like to congratulate singer Ciara and soon-to-be husband Russell Wilson on their engagement.

Wilson popped the question during a romantic dinner off the coast of Africa on an island in the Seychelles. The couple made the news public on their social media accounts Friday, March 11.

"She said yes!" Wilson says in a video with his beaming fiancee sitting beside him. "We're making this thing happen, huh baby?"

"Yay, I'm so excited," Cici says. "God is Good."

She said Yes!!!

Since Day 1 I knew you were the one. No Greater feeling... #TrueLove @Ciara pic.twitter.com/qsufVC6snm

— Russell Wilson (@DangeRussWilson) March 11, 2016

"God Is Good! Grateful For You @DangRussWilson," Ciara later wrote on her Twitter page. "You Are Heaven Sent. I'm Looking Forward To Spending Forever With You. I Feel Complete."

I Feel Complete. pic.twitter.com/cNDBJ2WULc

— Ciara (@ciara) March 11, 2016

The couple began dating in April 2015, following Ciara's spilt from her son's father, Future.

They made news in July when they took a vow of celibacy because of their religious beliefs.

This will be the singer's first marriage and the second for the Seattle Seahawks quarterback.

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Jax Teller, 21, out of Fitchburg, Massachusetts is the rapper on the rise! With his debut mixtape Just Another Crazy Kraka dropping this year, with features from Mark Battles, Kirko Bangz, Montana of 300 and more. Stay tuned!

CHECK OUT HIS NEW SONG "REAL VS FAKE" HERE

Q.Crepr

R.e.a.l.

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Sumthn different than what's out now

This mixtape has a variety of producers like Alf Bombs, Reanazance Beats, Blitz Beats, Tony Heat and more to give it a laid back vibe so I could try and get back to what I grew up on

Get your next project distributed at @Raphenom.

Tracklist

1. Intro prod by Crimestaz Music
2. Dudes Not Gangsta prod by Blitz Beats
3. Crimestaz Wit Me prod by Drops One
4. I Gotcha prod by Blitz Beats
5. Dis Ain't Livin feat Mook prod by Beat Mogul
6. Sayn Nuthn prod by Alf Bombs
7. Wut U Think prod by Blitz Beats
8. All I Need prod by Bryant Smith
9. Clothes Off feat Mook prod by Tony Heat
10. Work Dat prod By Blitz Beats
11. My Way prod by Crimestaz Music
12. My Haterz

KonFiiDent

What You Know About Love

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Toronto Artist KonFiiDent, hits us with the long anticipated music video for his new single & it is HOTT. “What You Know About Love ” Featuring Tory Lanez Dropped on Nov 30th on hotnewhiphop.com with a production from up and coming producer DHamBeatz and has since been the talk of the town. With appearances on radio stations all over the USA and wave of performances, KonFiiDent Is starting take over and it seams as if 2016 is going to be his year. Be sure to stay up to date with KonFiiDent on his social media below.

CONTACT INFO:
twitter/instagram/facebook: @KonFiiDent

https://soundcloud.com/konfiident-1/konfiident-what-you-know-about-love-feat-tory-lanez

Get your next project distributed at @Raphenom.

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GOP presidential front runner Donald Trump continues to draw a lot of protesters to his rallies. A total of 17 were kicked out of his rally in North Carolina on Wednesday, March 9th, but only one was punched by a Trump supporter.

Rakeem Jones was being escorted out of the venue by security when John McGraw popped him in the face with an elbow.

When Inside Edition caught up with McGraw he seemed to be very pleased with himself.

“You bet I liked it. Knocking the hell out of that big mouth," McGraw said. "Number one, we don’t know if he’s ISIS. We don’t know who he is, but we know he’s not acting like an American, cussing me... If he wants it laid out, I laid it out. Yes, he deserved it. The next time we see him, we might have to kill him. We don’t know who he is. He might be with a terrorist organization.”

McGraw was arrested and charged with assault on Thursday, March 10th. Today Charlamagne Tha God also gave him "Donkey of the Day."

Check out what Charlamagne had to say below.

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DJ Kay Slay a.k.a. The Drama King drops off an official music video for "Microphone Murderers" featuring Papoose, Dave East and Raekwon. This is off of Slay's "50 Shades of Slay" mixtape, available now on Datpiff http://www.datpiff.com/DJ-Kay-Slay-50-Shades-Of-Slay-mixtape.766922.html

Directed by MoneyMark

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Check out out DMX's new song titled "Moe Wings" featuring Joe Young and Big Moeses. The track was produced by Dark Man X's longtime collaborator, Dame Grease. It's available now on iTunes https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/moe-wings-feat.-big-moeses/id1090975118

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Krayzie Bone of Bone Thugs-N-Harmony is battling sarcoidosis. The same auto-immune disease that took the life of Bernie Mac.

Via the Mayo Clinic:

Sarcoidosis is the growth of tiny collections of inflammatory cells (granulomas) in different parts of your body — most commonly the lungs, lymph nodes, eyes and skin.

Doctors believe sarcoidosis results from the body's immune system responding to an unknown substance, most likely something inhaled from the air.

There is no cure for sarcoidosis, but most people do very well with little or only modest treatment. In half of cases, sarcoidosis goes away on its own. In a few cases, however, sarcoidosis may last for years and may cause organ damage.

Krayzie told TMZ that he believes he came down with a severe case of pneumonia while touring Canada because his sarcoidosis medication weakens his immune system.

The rapper was advised by his doctors to cancel the remaining Canadian dates and return to Los Angeles for treatment.

Krayzie promised his fans via Instagram and Twitter that he would complete the tour once he is physically able to.

Canada thank you for your support sorry I had to cut it short due to sickness but I will be back to make those dates up soon! Much love

— Krayzie Bone (@iamKrayzieBone) March 10, 2016

Get well soon Krayzie!

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Majid Jordan release a catchy remix to their song "My Love.". The original version featuring Drake appears on the duo's self titled debut album. Available now on iTunes https://itunes.apple.com/ca/album/majid-jordan/id1062434855

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Ariana Grande is back on the music scene in a major way as she releases the title track to her forthcoming "Dangerous Woman" album. It's set to be released on May 20th. Pre-order it now on iTunes https://itunes.apple.com/ca/album/dangerous-woman/id1091145606?i=1091145608&app=itunes&ign-mpt=uo%3D4

Connect with Ariana:
https://twitter.com/ArianaGrande
http://instagram.com/arianagrande
https://www.facebook.com/arianagrande
http://www.arianagrande.com

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Fresh #NewSingle titled "Dope Nigga" by @avenueob @sugafreewisdom Hosted by @DjGoonie

Odd Future member Domo Genesis hooks up with Aftermath Entertainment recording artist Anderson .Paak for "DAPPER." The song is off of Domo's forthcoming debut album titled "Genesis." It will be released on March 25th. It is available for pre-order now: http://smarturl.it/GetGenesis

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The Flatbush Zombies are right on time with the release of their new album titled "3001: A Laced Odyssey." You can stream it up top and pick yourself up a copy on iTunes https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/3001-a-laced-odyssey/id1078051629

Tracklist:

[06:03] 01. The Odyssey
[04:01] 02. Bounce
[04:05] 03. R.I.P.C.D.
[04:15] 04. A Spike Lee Joint (feat. Anthony Flammia)
[02:29] 05. Fly Away
[05:01] 06. Ascension
[02:04] 07. Smoke Break (Interlude)
[04:09] 08. Trade-Off
[04:31] 09. Good Grief (feat. Diamante)
[05:31] 10. New Phone, Who Dis?
[05:43] 11. This Is It
[12:59] 12. Your Favorite Rap Song

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PlayBoi C continues his persistent push to propel Carolina to the fore front of the industry. PlayBoi C delivers "Killin It 2 Def" off the street album "C Me”; another dope boy eccentric, club rocking, get fly finesse anthem. The Southern fried Blacklist Hustle/NorfStar artist drops stick & move lyrics with fragrant fresh punch lines over raunchy body captivating basslines & rapid fire snares, produced by "Tony Snarez". "Killing It 2 Def" is infused by the new age Bobby McFerrin "Don't Worry Be Happy" notion tailored made GQ suit for the radio airwaves, the DJ's taste buds, and the Hip Hop Culture to embrace their inner charisma.

Connect w/ Playboi C4:
Twitter: @PlayBoiC4
Instagram: PlayBoiC4

Hazel E says she hopes Katt Williams gets help

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Former "Love and Hip Hop: Hollywood" star Hazel E is not down to ride for her man if the mode of transportation is in the back of a police car.

When Hazel arrived at Los Angeles International Airport on Wednesday, March 9, on a flight from Georgia, a TMZ cameraman was there to greet her.

She said she was happy to be out of jail after being swept up by police during a raid on her boyfriend, Katt Williams', Gainesville home the previous morning.

Hazel, Williams, Tatiana Smith and Lena Smith were all taken into custody.

Lena Smith (left) and Tatiana Smith were arrested during a March 8th raid on Katt Williams' Georgia home

As we previously reported, Williams was charged with aggravated assault, terroristic threats, and false imprisonment.

On February 28th, he allegedly ordered Smith to choke and hit his bodyguard, Corey Dixon, with a bat at his home after Dixon refused to "engage in some criminal activity in the Atlanta area." Williams also reportedly threatened to kill the man.

"Fresh out of jail," Hazel told TMZ, as she walked through LAX. "Swat teams, guns pointed at my chest for a raid in the morning. I'm happy to be free. It was intense."

Hazel said that after what she had just experienced she was putting her relationship with the comedian on indefinite hold.

"I don't know what Katt's going to do. Katt's in a lot of trouble. Right now I'll say we're officially on a break. Guns at your chest, I think that requires a break," she said. "I wish Katt to get some actual help. He's really angry right now. Whatever that aggression is coming from ... I want him to really get it together because I got so much love for him."

Katt was expected to be released from custody on Wednesday after a judge set his bond at $60,000. However, during the raid on his home police found marijuana and weapons. Both violated the terms of a previous bond from a misdemeanor battery charge in Hall County, stemming from a February 29th assault on a pool store clerk.

His release date is now up in the air.

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K-Shine drops by 16orBetter to perform his New Hit "Wrong Niggaz". Follow K-Shine @zipemup_kshine. Edited by @jodirt03

Directed by Jack Thriller

Make sure to Follow @jackthriller @16orbetter @thereal16orbetter

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Waka Flocka Flame and Young Sizzle link up to shoot a video for their song titled "One Eyed Shooters." Directed by Major League Films.

Follow Waka Flocka: http://Instagram.com/WakaFlocka
http://Twitter.com/WakaFlocka
http://Facebook.com/WakaFlocka
Snapchat: WakaFlockaveli
http://www.wakaflocka.com

Follow Young Sizzle: http://Twitter.com/sizzle808MAFIA
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