Kxng Crooked and Statik Selektah, together known as Statik Kxng, contribute a new song titled "Street Music" to the "Meet the Blacks" motion picture soundtrack, which is available now on iTunes https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/meet-blacks-music-from-inspired/id1093996147
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The Real University recording artist Cap 1 recruits super underrated Mississippi rapper/producer Big K.R.I.T. for "Blessings." Check out the official music video for the collaboration below.
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An article from a website that attributed racially offensive quotes to Sarah Palin got Azealia Banks so fired up she went on a Twitter rant calling for the former Governor of Alaska to be raped.
However, the website called politicops is satirical, and Palin never said any of the things in the article.
Read the fake quote below.
I’m telling you, I’ve been saying it for years, but nobody’s listening – slavery wasn’t forced onto African-Americans, they accepted it willingly. But, all of a sudden, they realized that it represented a very powerful bargaining chip that could help them milk more money out of the national budget. And now they’re even complaining white people are racist. That is just horrendous.
Banks responded with the following diatribe:
"Sarah Palin needs to have her hair shaved off to a buzz cut, get headfucked by a big veiny, ashy black dick then be locked in a cupboard," Banks wrote on April 3. "Hideous. At least suk a nigga dick or summ' before you start talking shit about 'black people willingly accepted slavery'. Least she can do. Honestly...let's find the biggest burliest blackest negroes and let the run a train on her. Film it and put it on worldstar."
Banks later deleted the tweets when she realized the article was fake, but the damage was already done.
On Tuesday, April 5, Palin responded to Banks via her Facebook account.
Hey Female Rapper - listen up, little darling. No one has any idea what you're wigging out about in these bizarre, violent rants against me, but you're obviously not exercising enough intelligence to acknowledge you've been sucked into believing some fake interview in which I supposedly offered comments representing the antithesis of my truth.
In this life, you're blessed to have been given an influential platform. So have I. Why don't we strengthen both our platforms and work together on something worthwhile - like condemning racism, along with empowering young women to defend themselves against a most misogynist, degrading, devastating assault perpetrated by evil men - rape.
Thanks. And now I'll go through my young daughter's playlist to make sure there hasn't been any inadvertent addition of any anti-woman, pro-rape garbage that you seem to endorse, which perpetuates the cultural challenges we face in America. I encourage other parents to do the same.
God bless you Ms. Banks, as you consider a change of heart.
- Sarah Palin
Palin told PEOPLE that she was going to sue the "212" rapper.
I've had enough of the unanswered threats and attacks against my family and me So, for the first time I'm going to enjoy the only retribution some protected 'celebrities' seem to understand – I'm suing Azealia Banks and can't wait to share my winnings with others who have gone defenseless against lies and dangerous attacks far too long.
Azealia engages in a form of racism and hate that is celebrated by some in the perverted arm of pop culture, but is condemned by those who know it's tearing our country apart. Others may keep turning a blind eye to problems like Azealia's mouth; I choose to take a stand against it and the double standards that result in her actually being rewarded for her divisive tactics and aggressively inciting violence.
Banks has now posted an open letter to Palin on her Tumblr account.
A Letter to Sarah Palin
April 5, 2016
Dear Sarah Palin,I hope this message reaches you in good spirits and in good health. I want to start this letter off by telling you that I actually, really like you. While many other American people may see you as someone to be ridiculed, I truly believe that you possess a certain “je ne sais quoi,” (a french term which is often interpreted to denote one’s inexplicable charisma.) Given a bit of book-reading/media-training/patience, that charisma could become your magic carpet. There is something very charismatic and misunderstood about you. The misunderstood bit oftentimes reminds me of myself. You’re very passionate about the things you believe in, super determined, and most certainly aware of who you are and where you stand in this world, as a parent, as a politician, but most importantly, as a woman.
Given the propensity of conservative right-wing media publications to veer into very fearful/erroneous/baseless/contradictory/prejudice analyses of us “melanated,” peoples of the United States, It should come as no shock to you that a satirical article accusing you of saying, “Even the French understand that Slavery wasn’t our fault because the negroes liked it,” Would be provocative enough to ruffle a few feathers. Now since learning that the article was not published officially, I sincerely apologize for any emotional distress or reputational scarring i may have caused you.
In my honest defense, i was completely kidding. I happen to have a really crass, New-York-City sense of humor, and regularly make silly jokes in attempts make light of situations which make me uncomfortable. As the fabric of the American Nation is EMBEDDED with racism, I merely made a raCIALly driven joke to counter what i believed to be real, raCIST rhetoric. Also, i never said you should be raped. I used the term “run a train,” which is slang for group sex, NOT for “rape.” There are many distinctions between the two. As a woman, I would never trivialize something as lewd and criminal to provide myself any sort of comic relief because it simply… just isn’t funny. (and no, urbandictionary.com is not a reputable source of information to seek clarity on the aforementioned dichotomy). However, i find great irony in the right-wing media’s attempt to “victimize,” you in this situation. Seeking empathy through sensationalism is something left-leaning liberals are frequently ridiculed for by the Right. But American Hypocrisy is nothing new.
Considering the imminence of 2016’s polarizing presidential election, I’ve taken it upon myself to do my own social research. I’ve recently had the opportunity to indulge in a few lengthy conversations with some very popular conservative figures. I’ve concluded: Amongst millennial conservatives, Censorship paired with the (questionable) social necessity for political correctness are atop the list of social grievances. It is as though this newest generation of conservative voters desire the right to express their true feelings, free of any filter and free of any consequence. I too harbor a similar sentiment regarding censorship and self-expression, as i am an artist. I cherish my ability to express myself freely, yet remain totally aware that for every action, there will be a reaction.
All in All, Woman to Woman, I hope you will accept my sincerest apology.
Sincerely,
-Miss Azealia A Banks.P.S.:
-I am an EXTREMELY intelligent woman, Mrs. Palin.
-“Hey Female Rapper,” was your way to euphemize what you REALLY wanted to say. What you wanted to say was, “Hey little Stereotypical Black, Thing!”
-Realize that stereotypes are a product of what I like to call the “Critical White Gaze.” The basic fundamentals of the Critical White Gaze are Fear, Ignorance, Curiosity, and Fetishization.
-Intelligence is not something which can be quantified in 140 Characters.
-Twitter is not real, neither is your opinion of me!
-If Bristol Palin listened to my music she probably wouldn’t have all those cotdamn kids!!!! ;-P #sis #iud #stayinschool #causeitsthebest
What do you guys think of all of this? Let us know your opinion in the comment section below.
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Charles Hamilton (born February 2, 1983) better known as Big Pup is a born and raised Houston, TX artist who is on the rise.ﾠ Growing up in the 80’s in Houston he grew up in the era of hustlers, his father being a true hustler.ﾠ Early on Big Pup learned the definition of getting it however you can by the life lessons taught to him by his father.ﾠ Big Pup was born in 3rd Ward, but at the age of four his family moved to Missouri City in the Ridgemont/P.U.D. subdivision.ﾠ It was here that he came into his own and found a place of belonging.ﾠ At the tender age of 6, Big Pup’s father left the family home, and altered the dynamics of the childhood and upbringing he was accustomed to.ﾠ Not having a consistent father or male role model in the home led Big Pup to look up to “O.G.’s” in his neighborhood.ﾠ It did not take long for him to adapt to and accept the hustling mentality.
Thanks to the musical influences of his father (who was a guitarist); music naturally flowed for Big Pup.ﾠ At the age of 15, he wrote his first rhyme.ﾠ After successfully writing his first rhyme, all of his time was spent with his pen to the pad.ﾠ Eventually his passion for writing rhymes interfered with his school work because he spent many school hours writing songs.ﾠ Home life became a struggle, so Big Pup (the younger of his mother’s two sons) took the initiative and stepped up as the man of the house.ﾠ Taking on the duties of a man, Big Pup made the decision to drop out of school so he could hustle full time and provide for the family household.ﾠ He later went back to school and earned his high school diploma.
A childhood friend (Houston rapper, Z-Ro) heard one of Big Pup’s songs and was impressed which led Z-Ro to offer Big Pup a feature on his 5th album Welcome 2 Screwston (S.U.C. Representa) in 2002. This feature became a catalyst in the launching of Big Pup’s music career. Big Pup and Z-Ro continued making music together with Z-Ro later offering Big Pup an opportunity to become one of his artists on Ridgemont 4 Records (currently known as King of the Ghetto Ent). In 2003 established his own label, P.U.D. Ent. He went on to record with the late great Big Hawk, Lil KeKe, Mr. 3-2, Trae The Truth, S.L.A.B., Dougie D, and many more underground artists.
In 2007 Big Pup released his first solo project, Undaground Hog Vol. 1. Within the proceeding 4 years, he released Volumes 2-4. Currently Big Pup has just released his new EP '24K' which you can find on his website HERE.
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Detroit rapper Rocaine is one of the most promising artists on Chief Keef's Glo Gang roster. Check out his official music video for "Eight." Shot by Jerry Productions.
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SchoolBoy Q releases an official music video for his new single titled "Groovy Tony."
"Groovy Tony" available now http://smarturl.it/GroovyTony
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George Jung, famously known as "Boston George," spoke exclusively to VladTV about growing his pot empire, which was portrayed in the 2001 Johnny Depp movie, "Blow."
George started out by telling us how he made "hundreds of thousands" of dollars out of college after figuring out that buying pot at L.A. prices and selling it at a higher price in his home state of Massachusetts could net him a hefty profit. From there, Jung branched out to Mexico to get his supply after promising that he could get the weed out of the country in a plane, despite not knowing how to fly. He explained that he successfully pulled off stealing a plane the first time around, but he decided to step things up by getting an actual pilot to move the pot into the U.S., which continued on for some time.
During the conversation George also spoke about making the equivalent to $500,000,000 in today's money at the height of his career selling weed, which you can hear more about in the clip below.
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When Beyonce released her "Formation" single and it's music video in February, she received a lot of criticism.
Critics felt like the video had an anti-police message. Her subsequent performance of the song at Super Bowl 50 was also criticized because of her salute to the Black Panther Party.
The Miami police asked other law enforcement agencies to boycott her Formation Tour dates. In turn the Honorable Minister Louis Farrakhan vowed to provide the singer with safekeeping from the Fruit of Islam.
During a new interview with Elle Magazine the singer addresses the controversy publicly for the first time.
"I mean, I'm an artist and I think the most powerful art is usually misunderstood," she said. "But anyone who perceives my message as anti-police is completely mistaken. I have so much admiration and respect for officers and the families of officers who sacrifice themselves to keep us safe. But let's be clear: I am against police brutality and injustice. Those are two separate things. If celebrating my roots and culture during Black History Month made anyone uncomfortable, those feelings were there long before a video and long before me. I'm proud of what we created and I'm proud to be a part of a conversation that is pushing things forward in a positive way."
Thoughts?
Photo credit: Paola Kudacki
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It has been said that real gangsters move in silence. In the case of Havoc (of Mobb Deep) and legendary producer The Alchemist, the duo chose to let their music speak for themselves. On the newly announced collaborative album, The Silent Partner, Havoc serves as the smooth-talking, gangster mouthpiece to the Alchemist's gritty, one-of-a-kind instrumental backdrops.
One of the most decorated producers in hip-hop today, The Alchemist’s relationship with Mobb Deep dates back to 1999 when Cypress Hill’s DJ Muggs introduced the then-upcoming producer to the revered New York duo.
The Alchemist would go onto forge a strong bond with the group, resulting in a myriad of classic tracks throughout the years.
Connecting for their first full-length collaboration, the duo have shared smooth single "Maintain (Fuck How You Feel)," which premiered today via HotNewHipHop. Sounding sharper than ever, Havoc laces the listener with a series of street narrations over a laid back ALC beat.
The Silent Partner is a magnificently organic album that brings together one-half of the Mobb with their favorite producer for a modern day hip-hop classic. The Silent Partner features guest appearances by Method Man, Prodigy (of Mobb Deep) and Cormega and will be released on May 20th via Babygrande Records.
For more information on Havoc, please visit:
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For more information on The Alchemist, please visit:
twitter.com/Alchemist
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Things might get awkward at Kardashian family reunions with Kylie Jenner dating Tyga and his baby's mother, Blac Chyna, getting ready to marry Kylie's brother, Rob Kardashian.
Rob, 29, reportedly popped the question to his 27-year old girlfriend on Monday night, April 4, The two have been dating for three months.
"They are so happy," an insider told E! News. "Chyna's been texting her friends how excited she is!"
Congrats!
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Rich The Kid presents "Rich Forever Music: The Mixtape." Contributions on the project come from Famous Dex, J tash, Lil Yachty, OG Maco and Skippa Da Flippa. Download it now from Datpiff http://www.datpiff.com/-Rich-Forever-Music-mixtape.776577.html
Tracklist:
1.Famous Dex Feat Rich The Kid-Hell Yea Remix
2.J tash Feat Rich The Kid-Bricks Prod By Zaytoven
3.Famous Dex-DMC
4.Rich The Kid Feat Offset-Swerve Prod By OG Parker
5.J tash-Juggin Prod By Sledren
6.Famous Dex-2 Times Prod By Kronic Beats
7.Famous Dex-I m Paid
8.Rich The Kid-The GOAT Prod By Mannie Fresh
9.J tash-London
10.Famous Dex-Choose
11.Rich The Kid Feat Lil Yacthy Skippa Da Flippa-Phone Tap Prod By Chris Fresh
12.Famous Dex Feat Lil Yachty-We Next
13.J tash Feat OG Maco Rich The Kid-Break My Wrist
14.Lil Yachty Famous Dex-4 Real Prod By Freaky
15.Rich The Kid-Rich Forever Outro
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50 Cent visited The Heavy Hitter show on Monday, April 3, to chop it up with DJ Enuff, DJ Kast One and DJ Wallah.
He talked about his upcoming new shows on Crackle and STARZ, working with Sonny Digital on "I'm the Man," getting Chris Brown on the remix, squashing beef with Jadakiss and Fat Joe, relationship with Eminem, Kendrick Lamar, J. Cole, the EMobb, being a boss, "Kanan Reloaded," "Power," starring in the next "Predator" movie and more.
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The teaser trailer for the third season of "Power" has arrived via EW. The 30-second clip dubbed "Ghost Must Die" shows why the Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson executive produced crime drama has become such a huge hit.
Ghost (Omari Hardwick) finds himself at a crossroads with his growing list of enemies wanting to bury him 6-feet deep.
“I really want to blow people’s minds,” the show's creator and writer, Courtney Kemp Agboh, told EW of the season ahead. “I really want to pump more octane in to season 3. More things will happen and there’s more stimuli. It’s not that you can’t have quiet moments, but I want people to have this adrenaline-fueled experience at home. We have that in movies all the time, but I want to reach in and make you have a reaction.”
Season three will premiere in July. In the meantime check out the exciting trailer below.
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On Sunday, August 24, 2014, Suge Knight was shot seven times while attending a pre-VMA party at 1 Oak in West Hollywood. He is now pointing the finger at Dr. Dre for allegedly hiring the hit man.
TMZ reports that Suge's lawyer, Thaddeus Culpepper, has filed legal documents that allege the shooter confessed that he and a friend were paid $50,000 to carry out the hit by the music producer.
Suge Knight's injuries from 2014 shooting at 1 Oak
The documents further claim that L.A. County Deputy Henry Boyd was part of the plot and is seen on surveillance video letting the gunman inside the club.
Culpepper says the L.A. County Sheriff's Department inexplicably released the shooter from custody.
There is video footage that later shows Boyd with the gunman at Los Angeles International Airport, helping him to flee the country, according to Culpepper.
The documents claim that Boyd resigned after being questioned by authorities about the shooting.
Dre and Suge were at one point co-owners of Death Row Records. Their relationship eventually soured.
Dre, real name, Andre Young, left the label in 1996 to form Aftermath Entertainment. While his business ventures have flourished, Suge's life has gone in the opposite direction.
Death Row Records eventually went bankrupt and Knight, real name Marion Knight, became known more for his numerous run-ins with the law than anything else. He is currently in an L.A. jail awaiting trial after being charged with murder and attempted-murder, in connection with a January 2015 hit-and-run in Compton that left Terry Carter dead and injured Cle "Bone" Sloane.
The hit-and-run was a continuation of a fight that started when Knight went to the set of the "Straight Outta Compton" movie.
Knight, 49, faces up to life in prison if convicted. He has pleaded not guilty.
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50 Cent released a uniquely aggressive video in "Irregular Heartbeat" originally featuring Jadakiss & Kidd Kidd. Vada has not only has released a track putting his own twist to it but he has a video that blends well with the original.
Vada hails from South Central & is arranging the release of his debut album for June or July. Follow Vada to stay in the loop on forthcoming projects.
Watch Here: 50 Cent Feat. Vada - Irregular Heartbeat (Music Video)
Hood Nation boss Ace Hood is back like he never left with a new heater titled "The Type." The track was produced by Murder Beats. Download it from Soundcloud https://soundcloud.com/acehood/the-type-1
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Chicago, Memphis and Atlanta connect as Lil Durk recruits Young Thug to join his collaboration with Young Dolph for this remix to "Waffle House" titled "Trap House." This banger was produced by C-Sick.
The original version appears on Durk's "300 Days 300 Nights" mixtape. Download it from Datpiff http://www.datpiff.com/Lil-Durk-300-Days-300-Nights-mixtape.741374.html
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It's been eight years since the passing of Chad Butler, better known as Pimp C to rap fans. Complex honors him by releasing "Long Live the Pimp," a documentary on his life.
Whether you're a long time fan of Pimp and his UGK partner in rhyme Bun B, or just getting hip to the Port Arthur, Texas native's music and way of life, this is a must watch.
So, kick back for a half an hour while friends and fellow artists like Bun, Devin the Dude, Lil Flip, Mike Mo, Cory Mo, Rico Wade, Nas, DJ Paul, Michael "5000" Watts, David Banner, Jazze Pha, Paul Wall, Killa Kyleon, Lil Keke, Jermaine Dupri, as well as his wife, Chinara Butler, tell you about the late, great rapper/producer.
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Initially, Hazel E made her mark in Los Angeles as the go to girl for PR before deciding to put a cast together for Love and Hip Hop: Hollywood. Although, she says she doesn't get the credit she deserves, she decided to leave the show after she felt like it wasn't a positive light for her to be in.
Once the show premiered, Hazel was caught in a love triangle with Yung Berg and Masika Kalysha, which seemed to have portrayed her as a needy lover, which she says was purposely edited that way for her storyline. However, when season 2 aired, Hazel was on a new level and on a new path. While fans buzzed about her private relationship with comedian Katt Williams, she decided to keep her romance away from VH1 cameras, even though she said she endured a heartbroken miscarriage with the comic. "Last season—I guess with efforts of being honest because it's something that I never admitted to—I was pregnant, and it got tricky for me. I ended the season with being pregnant, I ended up having a miscarriage," she said.
She explained that she was with Williams at the time, who didn't handle the news too well. "It was actually very hard because we had to separate. He handled it a little bit different than I did." She said, "He was a little disappointed, and I kind of needed a friend."
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Travis Scott took a spill during his concert at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia on Sunday, April 3.
The Houston rapper, who is an opening act on Rihanna's ANTI tour, was performing "Antidote" when he took one step too many towards the front of the stage and fell into the pit.
Scott seemed to be in a lot of pain as security helped him up, but like a true professional he finished the song before exiting. Watch above.
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