Chicago rapper, poet and actor Common stopped by The Breakfast Club Tuesday, November 2, to promote his forthcoming album "Black America Again."
He talked about Hillary Clinton being the best candidate for president, it being scary that Donald Trump has so many supporters, the importance of young African Americans getting out to vote, staying cool with his ex-girlfriends, being excited that lyrics are coming back in hip hop.
(Reuters) Police in Iowa said on Wednesday they have captured a man suspected of killing two police officers hours earlier as they sat in their patrol cars in what authorities called separate and unprovoked attacks.
Scott Michael Greene, who is 46 and white, was taken into custody after police named him as their suspect in the ambushes, a police spokeswoman in Urbandale, Iowa said. (For live coverage of the Iowa police shootings click here:)
Police said they found the first slain officer's body about 1:06 a.m. (2.06 a.m. ET) in Urbandale, an affluent Des Moines suburb, and the second about 20 minutes later about two miles (3 km) away, in Des Moines. Police declined to release the names of the officers awaiting notification of their families.
It was unclear what provoked Wednesday's attacks, Des Moines police department spokesman Paul Parizek told a news conference prior to Greene's arrest, adding that "we may never know." But it appeared the suspect had a recent run-in with police.
A 10-minute video posted on YouTube last month by a user calling himself Scott Greene showed an interaction with officers following an incident at a sports stadium in which he described holding up a Confederate battle flag during the playing of the U.S. national anthem. He is heard claiming that he was assaulted.
An image from a YouTube video posted by a user in Iowa named Scott Greene, showing a man with a Confederate Flag near black spectators at a football game.
Reuters was unable to immediately confirm whether the video was made by the suspect, whose face does not appear in it. It records a male voice arguing with police over the incident.
The Confederate flag is a racially charged symbol for its association with the pro-slavery South in the U.S. Civil War.
(Reporting by Brendan O'Brien in Milwaukee and Gina Cherelus, Dave Ingram and Michael Flaherty in New York; Writing by Scott Malone; Editing by Lisa Von Ahn and Will Dunham)
Legendary producerPete Rockand rapperSmoke DZAhave teamed up for a new album titled "Don't Smoke Rock."
Features on the 13-track project include Dave East, Mac Miller, Rick Ross, Royce 5'9, Cam'Ron, Wale, Jadakiss, Styles P, BJ the Chicago Kid, Big K.R.I.T, Dom Kennedy and more.
1. Intro 2. Limitless (feat. Dave East) 3. Black Superhero Car (feat. Rick Ross) 4. Hold the Drums (feat. Royce 5’9″) 5. Moving Weight Pt. 1 (feat. Cam’ron & NymLo) 6. Wild 100s 7. Last Name 8. 1 of 1 9. Milestone (feat. BJ the Chicago Kid, Jadakiss & Styles P) 10. Show Off (feat. Wale) 11. Dusk 2 Dusk (feat. Big K.R.I.T., Dom Kennedy & theMIND) 12. I Ain’t Scared 13. Until Then (feat. Mac Miller)
Many continue to overlook the talent in which Texas hold especially in hip hop. All eyes seem to be on a Dallas sensation in T-Jones. Rising independent artist out of the Lone Star state is really putting in alot of work in the streets to push himself next level.
In the new video,T-Jones recruits BWA leader Kevin Gates in the latest video "Make Them Hate".Being facts that both artists are out here making many hate upon their success they've both have achieved it from alot of struggle and hard work. This is only the start for the Texas indie artist as he also carries plenty other visuals and material that has placed him on the map.
Maino, the self-proclaimed King of Brooklyn, New York, recruits fast rising emcee Phresher for his latest single entitled "They Love Me." You feeling this collaboration? Let us know in the comment section below.
Rap superstar and Young Money Records boss, Lil Wayne, sat down with ABC's "Nightline" Tuesday, November 1, for an interview with Linsey Davis.
He discussed being confined in Rikers Island on a gun charge in 2010, but it's his answers to questions about Black Lives Matter that has Twitter buzzing this morning.
Lil Wayne says he doesn't feel connected to Black Lives Matter movement. Watch tonight on Nightline at 12:35am ET. pic.twitter.com/28eBGfpSja
Nightline: What's your thoughts on Black Lives Matter?
Lil Wayne: What is it? What do you mean?
Nightline: The idea was that there's this movement called Black Lives Matter, thinking that the rest of America didn't seem to understand that ... that black lives matter.
Wayne: That just sounds weird that you put a name on it. It's not a name; it's not "whatever, whatever." It's somebody got shot by a policeman for a fucked up reason. I am a young, black, rich motherfucker. If that don't let you know that America understand black motherfucker's these days, I don't know what it is. That man white; he filming me. I'm a nigga. I don't know what you mean, man. Don't come at me with that dumb shit ma'am. My life matter. Especially to my bitches.
Nightline: Do you feel though, connected to...
Wayne: I don't feel connected to a damn thing, that ain't got nothin; to do with me. If you do, you crazy as shit. You. Not the camera, you. Feeling connected to something that ain't got nothin' to do with you? If it ain't nothin' to do with me I ain't connected to it.
Augusta, GA; Relay and Lin, collectively known as RDSU, are the latest priority artists with Team Bigga Rankin. Coming from a city racked with negativity, RDSU has risen above it as its premier super rap group releasing self-styled motivational trap music to rally all hustlers. The very name RDSU literally means Run Dat Sack Up but it also is a motto to all workers to do your best and be the best at whatever you do.
RDSU are childhood friends that honed their rap skills writing and comparing rhymes at the local Boys & Girls Club. Although they didn’t form an official group until fairly recently, this has not stopped them from releasing a brand new mixtape, Sack Talk 101, and a slew of new songs immediately following its release. Team Bigga Rankin is proud to bring you their latest release "Nah FR", check out the track and get familiar with the group.
There was a lot of head scratching going on when 21 Savage posted an Instagram photo of the Ferrari Drake gave him for his 24th birthday.
On the surface it seemed odd given that 21 and Meek Mill are homies. Also, Drake has only collaborated with the 24-year old rapper once, on the newly released song "Sneakin."
Maybe Drake is trying to sign 21 to his OVO Sound imprint?
TMZ recently caught up with 21 outside of a Los Angeles studio to get the scoop. He wasn't very forthcoming, but here's how the conversation went.
TMZ: Is this the ride Drake gave you? How do you like it, bro?
21 Savage: Who the hell you with? TMZ or something?
TMZ: Yeah, TMZ ... how do you like the ride?
21: It's cool
TMZ: A lot of fans wanna know, why would Drake give you such a baller gift?
21: You gotta ask him that
TMZ: Does this mean you might sign with his label?
21: Ask Drake
TMZ: Do you wanna sign with his label?
21: Ask Drake
TMZ: I know you collaborated with both him and Meek Mill. You think you can bring them together?
21: Them both my homies
Drake signing 21 Savage would be a major coupe. We'll keep our eye on it to see if there's anything there.
Would yo like to see Drizzy sign the 2016 XXL Freshman rapper?
Tee is currently working on his newest single entitled “Thoughts” featuring Nigel Damani. Listening to “Thoughts”, Tee discusses finding direction, hope, life struggles and keeping good company around. “Surrounded by the real, keep the fakes from round’ me…anything worth having is going to take a challenge.” “Thoughts” which not only has a smooth melody but has a relatable and positive message behind it. The hook which is also catchy, “Don’t let the hard times get the best of you… don’t let the hard times get you down”, is a perfect example of how to cope with life, especially in the times were living in now. “Thoughts”, visuals include the beautiful scenery of Tee’s hometown Richmond, VA and captures Tee reflecting on the past and present times of his life. You can find “Thoughts” on the “Now or Neva” mixtape via Spinrilla.
Things get spooky for G.O.O.D. Music recording artist, Desiigner, in his new short film for "Zombie Walk" featuring King Savage.
The Brooklyn, New York rapper hitches a ride with an individual infected with a virus that he soon catches, turning him into a monster.
"Zombie Walk" is off of Desiigner's "New English" project.
Directed by Grant Curatola Produced by Taylor Shung Cinematography by Eric K. Yue. Edited by Zoe Mougin Animation by Pixel Pirate Studio Line Produced by Lizzie Shapiro Color by Mikey Rossiter Sound Design by Jeff Malen
Big Sean was the musical guest on the Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon Monday, October 31st. He used the occasion to perform his new single titled "Bounce Back."
Uncle Murda is preparing to release a new album titled "The Lenny Grant Story." Check out his hot new single, "Thot," featuring Young M.A. and Dios Moreno.
1.I Don't Care [Prod. By DJ Durel] 2.BM [Prod. By Lab Cook] 3.New Wave (Feat. Famous Dex) [Prod. By Retro Sushi] 4.Greedy (Feat. Jeremih) 5.Don't Want Her [Prod. By DJ Durel] 6.Blessings [Prod. By The Lab Cook] 7.Doors Up [Prod. By Danny Wolf] 8.Dat Way (Feat. Migos) [Prod. By Honorable C-Note] 9.Liar Liar [Prod. By Maaly Raw] 10.Ran It Up (Feat. Young thug) [Prod. By Rich The Kid] 11.Going (Feat. Desiigner & Quavo) [Prod. By DJ Durel] 12.Str8 Up (Feat. Payboi Carti & Famous Dex) (Bonus)
Money 1st Records Presents hit single by Lebo Soprano "We Gone Run It Up" produced by TK on the Beat. The Single is available for download on all major digital outlets. Looking for DJ support. Market Visits coming soon in 2017. For drops, bookings, or other information on Lebo Soprano Call 901-359-2121 or email mobbmuzik901@gmail.com