Will.I.Am of the Black Eyed Peas is releasing his fourth solo album titled #WillPower on April 23rd. The producer/rapper has decided to give fans an early listen to the entire project by streaming it on YouTube.
I think more artists should do this. It shows they have faith in their product.
STAR talks JoJo Simmons denouncing street tension, The LA Lakers falling to pieces, NY radio station Hot 97 being desperate for ratings, The Afrika Bambaataa gay date rape rumor, the DMX and Iyanla Vanzant interview, Buc Wild trying to steal money from STAR and dropping the Funkmaster Flex bomb!!
Radio legend Troi Torain (STAR) always delivers hard-hitting objective truth. As a culture critic he is vicious, as a businessman he is relentless, as a luminary he is un-matched.
Considered radio pioneers by many, Star & Buc Wild have set precedents on the urban landscape and were recently inducted into News One's "Top 20 Black Radio Jockeys Of All Time."
Star & Buc Wild made the national stage on MTV (1999) but it was their radio show on New York's Hot 97 (2000 - 2003) that secured their place in Hip-Hop history. Star & Buc Wild's resume includes The Source magazine, MTV Networks, Hot 97, Power 104.1, Power 105.1, Pulse 87, Hip-Hop Weekly magazine, Vladtv, Thisis50, 100.3 The Beat and shot97.com and VH1 (Reality Television).
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Checkout 15yr old artist/writer "Pretty Aveena" new signee to Chella H's agency "CampGoldiLoux/MermaidMafia" "In Fatz We Trust" (a memorial video dedicated to her lost cousin 14year old Antonio Davis)
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2013 Birthed the solidification of Crank Team Officials' "RELATIVE BOSSES" Vol 1. Pitch. Featuring Hip Hop/Soulstress Ms Drama, introducing Cincinnati's Sarcastic Hustla *Midwest Griiindman* who collected respect hustling long ago offline, also other heavy grinders in the underground scene like 4th Coast, S-Wayne, GangstaMoch,Picassio Cash, Windsor Jones, Mr 285 & Kynami, DJ J3, Ripp Lowery, Suge Brown, Scottie B, SlickboyZiggy @midwestgriiind @dramaganza @realcrankteam
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1.INTRO (CTO) and DJ J3 (X SQUAD DJs) 2.All I Do is Griiind - (CTO) Midwest Griiindman 3.Boss Like - (CTO) Ms Drama, Scottie B, S-Wayne 4.All Gas No Brakes - Slick Boy Ziggy 5.S-Wayne Drop 6.Self Expression - (CTO) S-Wayne 7.I'm a Crank Girl - (CTO) Ms Drama ft Ripp Lowery 8.Ruled The Rule - Money I'z, S1 9.MIA - Ms Drama, Mista Freeman 10.Ms Drama Ganza Drop 11.Pressin Up - (CTO) Midwest Griiindman,Gangsta Moch 12.Breath - Kynami 13.Money Money Yea - (CTO) Ripp Lowery 14.Yea We Crankin- (CTO) Gangsta Moch, Midwest Griiindman, Ms Drama 15.Mr 285 Drop 16.Almost Famous - Mr 285 17.Makin love to Money - D Monei 18.Superstar - Picassio Cash 19.Sweetest Hangover - Windsor Jones 20.Midwest Griiindman Drop 21.Griiind Season- (CTO) Midwest Griiindman
With Original Block Hustlerz CEO AR-AB having to do a bid, his Goonie Gang family is ready to pick up the slack until he's back home. Newz is one of the hottest young rappers coming out of Philly. He steps up to the plate with his latest music video for "They Don't Want It."
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BOSTON — Two bombs exploded at the venerable Boston Marathon on Monday, killing two people, sending hundreds of runners scrambling for cover and rattling nerves around the nation, authorities said.
The blasts occurred in rapid succession as thousands of people were still running. Video footage showed an explosion off to the side as runners were nearing the finish line, with some toppling over from the concussion. Smoke rose into the air, and photos of the scene showed a sidewalk slicked with blood.
The explosions, occurring on the Patriot’s Day holiday that commemorates the Revolutionary War battles of Lexington and Concord, were as shocking in their symbolism as in their force. The Boston Marathon is a highly prestigious race and is as much a symbol of Boston as Fenway Park.
Two federal law enforcement officials, speaking on condition of anonymity, confirmed that the blasts were caused by explosive devices. The repercussions extended from Massachusetts to Washington, where President Obama was briefed by top officials, the White House increased security, and the Justice Department and FBI mobilized to fully investigate what had happened.
In a brief appearance at the White House shortly after 6 p.m., Obama expressed sympathy for the victims of the blasts and said all the necessary resources of the federal government would be assigned to assist Boston officials in determining the cause of the explosions.
“We still do not know who did this or why, and people shouldn’t jump to conclusions before we have all the facts,” Obama said. “But make no mistake — we will get to the bottom of this.”
A White House official called the explosions an “act of terror,” saying authorities have much to learn about who was behind it.
“Any event with multiple explosive devices — as this appears to be — is clearly an act of terror, and will be approached as an act of terror,” the official said, speaking on condition of anonymity. “However, we don’t yet know who carried out this attack, and a thorough investigation will have to determine whether it was planned and carried out by a terrorist group, foreign or domestic.”
In addition to the two confirmed deaths, police said more than 20 people were injured. Other media reports placed the injury toll as more than 100 people.
Initial reports of another explosion at the John F. Kennedy Library in Boston turned out to be an unrelated fire. Massachusetts Gov. Deval Patrick urged people to “stay out of crowds” as they made their way home.
A CNN producer who was at the race said the first large explosion was followed about 10 seconds later by another blast. He said he saw at least five or six people who appeared to be injured.
Emergency personnel rushed to the area, and the street was quickly sealed off.
“I saw it go off and smoke billowed up. Everyone just stopped and hunched down,” said Pam Ledtke, 51, from Indianapolis, who was about 75 yards from the finish line when the explosions went off. “They didn’t know what to do,” Ledtke said.
“All of a sudden, people were screaming,” Ledtke added.
2013 XXL Freshman Class member Logic is celebrating his new deal with Def Jam Records. The news comes as the Baltimore, Maryland emcee prepares to release a project titled Young Sinatra: Welcome to Forever.
According to HipHopDX. Logic's major label debut will be overseen by Def Jam Vice President and super producer No I.D.
"I'm excited to take this next step in my career," said Logic in a press statement. "It's incredible for Def Jam [Records] and Visionary Music Group to work together and the opportunity to collaborate with a living legend like No I.D. is priceless. I'm very humbled to be apart of the most iconic hip hop label of all time."
No I.D. is excited to have Logic on the team.
"Logic has a great future ahead and we are happy to have him at Def Jam. He has the talent to be a great artist and make a strong presence in our industry," said No I.D.
Check out out Logic's new XXL Freshman freestyle below.
Ciara's fifth studio album is now self titled. Originally set to be called One Woman Army, the Atlanta singer made the switch recently and also revealed the project's tracklist and features.
The 10-track project only has two features. Nicki Minaj and Future will lend their vocal talents. Expect the album to be released on July 8th via Epic Records.
The Boston Marathon was rocked today by two bombs. At least 2 people are dead and 23 are hurt with what is being described as gruesome injuries. It's highly possible the injury toll will rise as police try to contain a chaotic scene.
27,000 runners took part in the race. The explosions occurred near the finish line.
Jackie Bruno, a reporter for New England Cable News reported on Twitter that she was close to the blast and saw many injured.
“We saw two big puffs. I thought maybe it was fireworks. Then it went off again. And then all of a sudden we heard people crying and running away. It was a huge horde of people just running away,” he said. “We just got away from the scene and away from tall buildings. I’m scared and emotional. I’m wondering if there are people who I was volunteering with who were still there and got hurt," said witness Serghino Rene according to NBC.
"There are people who are really, really bloody," Laura McLean, a runner from Toronto, told the Associated Press. "They were pulling them into the medical tent."
The AP is reporting that two more bombs were found and were being disabled.
We'll keep you updated as more news comes in from the scene.
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**UPDATE**
The Boston Globe is reporting that at least 125 people were injured in today's bombing in addition to the 2 previously reported deaths at the Boston Marathon. No arrests have been made although police continue to question people.
“We’re questioning many people, but there is no one in custody at this point,” Boston Police Commissioner Edward F. Davis said.
The bombs exploded at 2:50 p.m. eastern time. It happened on Patriots Day, which is a state holiday in Massachusetts that celebrates the beginning of the American Revolution.
President Obama has vowed to bring those responsible to justice.
“We still do not know who did this or why. And people shouldn’t jump to conclusions before we have all the facts,” Obama said today. “But make no mistake, we will get to the bottom of this. Any responsible individuals, any responsible groups will feel the full weight of justice.”
More video and photos of today's horrific attack can be seen below.
The loud noise may have been the purposeful detonation of a suspicious package
by Neil Ungerleider/Staff4/15/2013 7:54:50 PM
The race was stopped as runners neared the underpass in the Back Bay
by Neil Ungerleider/Staff4/15/2013 7:54:19 PM
Kimberly Bookman reports another large noise in the area
by Neil Ungerleider/Staff4/15/2013 7:53:50 PM
The President has been notified of the incident in Boston. His administration is in contact with state and local authorities. He directed his administration to provide whatever assistance is necessary in the investigation and response.
by Neil Ungerleider/Staff4/15/2013 7:53:37 PM
Ambulances still arriving in area where runners have been moved. #wcvb
by Sean Kelly/Staffvia twitter4/15/2013 7:53:03 PM
Updates to follow. Please clear area around marathon finish line #tweetfromthebeat via @CherylFiandaca
by Boston Police Dept.via twitter4/15/2013 7:52:40 PM
The President has been notified of the incident in Boston. His administration is in contact with state and local authorities. He directed his administration to provide whatever assistance is necessary in the investigation and response.
by Susan Griffin WCVB TV4/15/2013 7:52:20 PM
This is a tighter view of the explosion
by Neil Ungerleider/Staff4/15/2013 7:51:21 PM
RedCross Safe and Well is active. Individuals can register themselvs as safe or search for loved ones at http://redcross.org/safeandwell
First explosion occurred near the Boston Public Library
by Neil Ungerleider/Staff4/15/2013 7:47:02 PM
Police are looking for secondary explosive devices, though there is no confirmation that there are any.
by Neil Ungerleider/Staff4/15/2013 7:46:36 PM
Newton fire department reports remainder of marathon canceled
by Neil Ungerleider/Staff4/15/2013 7:45:18 PM
Neither race officials nor public officials could immediately estimate the number or degree of injuries.
by Neil Ungerleider/Staff4/15/2013 7:44:40 PM
"There are a lot of people down," said one man, whose bib No. 17528 identified him as Frank Deruyter of North Carolina. He was not injured, but marathon workers were carrying one woman, who did not appear to be a runner, to the medical area as blood gushed from her leg. A Boston police officer was wheeled from the course with a leg injury that was bleeding.
by Neil Ungerleider/Staff4/15/2013 7:44:31 PM
Two explosions shattered the finish of the Boston Marathon on Monday, sending authorities out on the course to carry away the injured while stragglers in the 26.2-mile race were rerouted away from the smoking site.
Competitors and race volunteers were crying as they fled the chaos. Bloody spectators were being carried to the medical tent that had been set up to care for fatigued runners.
by Neil Ungerleider/Staff4/15/2013 7:44:16 PM
Officials tell Channel 5 some injuries are very severe.
by Susan Griffin WCVB TV4/15/2013 7:43:30 PM
by Neil Ungerleider/Staff4/15/2013 7:41:34 PM
RT @NotifyBoston Please avoid area of Copley Square to allow first reponders to work.
2 Chainz links up with Lil Wayne to shoot an official video for their collaboration, "Yuck." The song is off of Tity Boi's latest album, Based on a T.R.U. Story. Directed by Alex Nazari.
Miley Cyrus has been hanging out with hip hop producer and rappers quite a bit as of late. She even did a song with Snoop Lion and released a twerking video. Outspoken Power 105.1 radio personality Charlamagne Tha God can't figure out what's up with the former Disney star.
"Miley Cyrus wanna be a n*gga so bad," Charlamagne told Vlad TV. "Miley Cyrus swear she ratchet pussy. I don't even understand that sh*t. I need to figure out what drug she's on. I know it's probably so many of Billy Ray Cyrus' friends texting him, making jokes like 'is Miley Cyrus breaking your achy breaky heart yet?' I don't see why she wanna be ratchet pussy so bad."
Charlamagne also goes in on Justin Bieber.
"When you're Miley Cyrus or you're Justin Bieber do you understand the great space that you're in? You're in mainstream America," Charlamagne continues. "You go to the clubs you don't have to worry about getting shot. You go to the clubs you don't have to worry about motherfuckers asking you fo drops, trying to jump you. Why you wanna be on this n*gga side so bad?"
G-Unit's First Lady Precious Paris drops off a nice surprise. She teams with R&B singer of the rise Twanée to deliver an ill female's perspective of Fred The Godson's "Monique's Room."
Check out "I Don't Give A Fucc AKA Paris' Room." up top.
Macklemore and Ryan Lewis were musical guests last night at the 2013 MTV Movie Awards. The duo hyped up the crowd with a performance of "Can't Hold Us" off of their latest album, Thrift Shop.
50 Cent was a guest on Larry King Now. He talks with Larry about what inspired him to invest in Vitamin Water, dating, business role models, his first big break, getting shot, where he got his rap name from, why he started G-Unit Records, social media, his biological father, why the media doesn't who he is and more.
50 Cent Interview | Larry King Now | Ora TV
"I Want To Sell Water": 50 Cent Shares Inspiration Behind Vitamin Water | Larry King Now | Ora TV
"I Don't Have A Boss" 50 Cent Addresses Dating And Chelsea Handler | Larry King Now
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Talib Kweli is preparing to release his sixth solo album titled Prisoner Of Conscious on May 7th. The 15-track project features Miguel, Curren$y, Kendrick Lamar, Busta Rhymes, Nelly, Marsha Ambrosius and more.
Check out the tracklist below.
1. Intro 2. Human Mic 3. Turnt Up 4. Come Here (feat. Miguel) 5. High Life (feat. Rubix and Bajah) 6. Ready Set Go (feat. Melanie Fiona) 7. Hold It Now 8. Push Thru (feat. Curren$y, Kendrick Lamar and Glen “Grey” Reynolds) 9. Hamster Wheel 10. Delicate Flowers 11. Rocketships (feat. Busta Rhymes) 12. Before He Walked (feat. Nelly and Abby Dobson) 13. Upper Echelon 14. Favela Love (feat. Seu Jorge) 15. Only Gets Better (feat. Marsha Ambrosius)
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