Houston rap legend Scarface was taken into custody Friday. October 9, for back child support shortly after accepting the I Am Hip Hop trophy at the 2015 BET Hip Hop Awards in Atlanta.
Facemob, 44, real name Brad Jordan, was previously arrested in Houston for the same offence on October 13, 2010. At the time he owed $123,372 for four separate case.
He was released 10 months later.
He's currently being held in Fulton County jail following his latest arrest.
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Prosecutors investigating the death of a 12-year-old black boy who was fatally shot by a white Cleveland police officer say they are just trying to be transparent in seeking and sharing outside reviews by experts in use of force. A lawyer for the boy's family, however, says the outside reports finding that the shooting was justified show that prosecutors are avoiding accountability.
The reports were released Saturday night by the Cuyahoga County Prosecutor's Office, which asked for the outside reviews as it presents evidence to a grand jury that will ultimately determine whether Timothy Loehmann will be charged in the November death of Tamir Rice, who was holding a pellet gun.
Officer Timothy Loehmann
A retired FBI agent and a Denver prosecutor both found that the rookie patrolman who shot Tamir moments after pulling up beside him exercised a reasonable use of force because he had reason to perceive the boy — described in a 911 call as man waving and pointing a gun — as a serious threat.
"We are not reaching any conclusions from these reports," Prosecutor Timothy J. McGinty said in a statement. "The gathering of evidence continues, and the grand jury will evaluate it all."
He said the reports, which included a technical reconstruction by the Ohio State Highway Patrol, were released in the interest of being "as public and transparent as possible."
Subodh Chandra, a lawyer for the Rice family, said the release of the reports shows the prosecutor is avoiding accountability, which is what the family seeks.
"It is now obvious that the prosecutor's office has been on a 12-month quest to avoid providing that accountability," he said. He added that the prosecutor's office didn't provide his office or the Rice family with the details from the reports. He also questioned the timing of the release, at 8 p.m. Saturday on the Columbus Day holiday weekend.
Samaria Rice, center, the mother of Tamir Rice, at a news conference in Cleveland, Ohio, in December.
"To get so-called experts to assist in the whitewash — when the world has the video of what happened — is all the more alarming," Chandra said. "Who will speak for Tamir before the grand jury? Not the prosecutor, apparently."
The killing of Tamir has become part of a national outcry about minorities, especially black boys and men, dying during encounters with police.
Both experts were provided with surveillance video of the shooting that showed Loehmann firing at Tamir within two seconds after the police cruiser driven by his partner pulled up next to the boy. Police say the officers were responding to a call about a man with a gun, but were not told the caller said the gun could be a fake and the man an adolescent.
The report prepared by retired FBI agent Kimberly A. Crawford concluded that Loehmann's use of force did not violate Tamir's constitutional rights, saying the only facts relevant to such a determination are those the patrolman had at the time he fired his weapon.
Loehmann, she wrote, "had no information to suggest the weapon was anything but a real handgun, and the speed with which the confrontation progressed would not give the officer time to focus on the weapon."
"It is my conclusion that Officer Loehmann's use of deadly force falls within the realm of reasonableness under the dictates of the Fourth Amendment," Crawford wrote, though she noted she was not issuing an opinion as to whether Loehmann violated Ohio law or department policy.
Lamar Sims, the chief deputy district attorney in Denver, also concluded that Loehmann's actions were reasonable based on statements from witnesses and the reconstruction.
Sims said the officers had no idea if the pellet gun was a real gun when they arrived, and that Loehmann was in a position of great peril because he was within feet of Tamir as the boy approached the cruiser and reached toward his waistband.
"The officers did not create the violent situation," Sims wrote. "They were responding to a situation fraught with the potential for violence to citizens."
Chandra, the Rice family lawyer, says the experts "dodge the simple fact that the officers rushed Tamir and shot him immediately without assessing the situation in the least. Reasonable jurors could find that conduct unreasonable. But they will never get the chance because the prosecutor is working diligently to ensure that there is no indictment and no accountability."
The pellet gun Tamir was holding shoots non-lethal plastic projectiles but its orange markings had been removed.
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Associated Press writer John Seewer in Toledo contributed to this report.
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BET has released the list of emcees for it's cyphers at the 2015 Hip Hop Awards. Notable participants include Keith Murray, Redman, Erick Sermon (Def Squad), Black Thought, Vince Staples, Casey Veggies, Charles Hamilton and Doug E. Fresh.
The event was taped on Friday, October 9th, in Atlanta. It will air on Tuesday, October 13, at 8 p.m. EST.
Snoop Dogg will serve as the host.
Peep the full list below.
Vince Staples
Black Thought
Casey Veggies
Charles Hamilton
Albe Back
Doug E. Fresh
Erick Sermon
Renee Elise Goldsberry
Daveed Diggs
Tripz
Joyner Lucas
Jackie Spade
Lin-Manuel Miranda
Keith Murray
Muggsy Malone
Nicole Paris
Rahzel
Redman
J-Doe
King Mez
Raury
Tink
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Keith Murray's longtime Def Squad rhyme partner Redman caught his homie's recent battle against Fredro Starr. Like many others, Funk Doctor Spock, couldn't help chuckling at Keith's performance.
"I hit Keith Murray right after the battle and I said, 'Keith, that battle was hilarious.' I didn't know whether to be embarrassed or laugh the whole time, but that's my brother. I'ma support him forever," Red told Bossip.
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Hurricane Chris links up with Boozie Badazz to release an official music video for their "Ratchet" remix. Check it out below and let us know what you think in the comment section.
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There's no love lost between Young Chop and Kanye West.
Chop released a couple of videos taking shots at Yeezy for exploiting Chicago artists and taking credit for discovering Chief Keef and Vic Mensa.
"He right along with the shits," Chop said. "Use you, try to soak up everything niggas know. Get you to write songs for him and then don't call you after that. Fuck him. For instance, "Don't Like" and my boy Vic Mensa. They gon' make it seem like he put them on. And he really fucking didn't. Niggas started from the bottom."
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When it comes to violence in hip-hop, legendary emcee Scarface told VladTV that "every man fights the war he deserves," and he revealed why he doesn't roll with an entourage. He explained that he believes in settling things squarely, and Scarface added, " If you come for me you gotta come, though, because I come back."
While discussing negative media portryals, Scarface brings up Donald Trump and how he loves him "because he don't know no better." "I love him," Scarface says with a grin. "He's f*cking rich and f*cking lawless...he don't give a f*ck about that sh*t."
During the conversation the Houston emcee also spoke about why he never wanted to reach superstar status, as Scarface says he likes living a life of normalcy. After pointing out that he's friends with Jay Z, Kanye, and other highly watched celebrities, Scarface admits that he never desired that kind of life.
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(Savannah Morning News) Mathew Ajibade was placed in a restraining chair at 11:48 p.m. Jan. 1 after a struggle with jailers and then left for extended periods of time without an action by jail staff, a jail video played in court Wednesday revealed.
The video, played for the Chatham County Superior Court jury hearing the case of three jail employees charged in his death, was part of the prosecution’s key evidence in their case of involuntary manslaughter and failing to monitor what they said led to Ajibade’s death while still in a restraint chair.
Judge James F. Bass Jr. recessed court Wednesday, in part because a broken air conditioner made the courtroom uncomfortable for the second day. Jurors were to return today to resume the video presentation with Bass being assured the system will be repaired.
Ajibade, 21, died late Jan. 1 or early Jan. 2 in a restraint chair in the wake of a violent confrontation with jailers.
Mathew Ajibade
Former deputies Jason Kenny, 31, and Maxine Evans, 56, along with Gregory Brown, a 45-year-old Corizon Health licensed practical nurse at the jail, are on trial for involuntary manslaughter for causing Ajibade’s death “without any intention to do so.”
Jason Kenny
Gregory Brown
Maxine Evans
Kenny is charged with using a Taser against a restrained Ajibade. The other two are charged with reckless conduct by failing to monitor Ajibade’s status.
In addition, Kenny and Evans are charged in two separate indictments with committing perjury before the Chatham County grand jury that was hearing the case in what the state contends was part of an attempt to cover up their involvement in the death.
All three defendants have pleaded not guilty to all charges.
On the witness stand Wednesday, former Lt. Debra Johnson, who was watch commander that night, provided narrative to the video.
The evidence showed Ajibade refusing repeated instructions from a deputy to sit in a red chair in the pre-booking area, then battling with as many as five deputies on the floor as they tried to subdue him.
At one point, Sgt. Anza Rowland is knocked to the floor during a scuffle with Ajibade over a Taser, her nose broken and suffering a concussion by Ajibade, and Brown can be seen rushing to her assistance.
Also during the struggle, Deputy Mark Capers strikes Ajibade twice in the face, action Johnson said was justified under jail policies in an effort to control the inmate.
Johnson also testified that Kenny asked for a spit mask for Ajibade after he was in the restraint chair and moved to a cell in the old jail area, then called for a Taser.
Johnson retired after 26 years with the sheriff’s department in the wake of Ajibade’s death.
Dr. Chris Sperry, the state’s chief medical examiner, testified Wednesday that Ajibade “was stressed to death as a consequence of what occurred” by the series of confrontations with law enforcement before his death at the Chatham County jail.
Sperry, who works for the Georgia Bureau of Investigation crime lab, said the beginning was when Savannah-Chatham police arrested Ajibade earlier in the evening in a domestic violence case involving his girlfriend and ended with Ajibade being placed in restraints and left unattended for an hour and a half.
“All of these things added up to cause his death,” Sperry said in response to questions by defense lawyers. “I don’t know exactly when he died. That is impossible to do.”
Sperry’s testimony followed that of Chatham County Coroner Dr. William Wessinger, who listed blunt force trauma as cause of death on Ajibade’s death certificate.
“It was so many items listed I couldn’t put it on the death certificate,” Wessinger testified of the autopsy report. “I put down immediate cause as ‘blunt force trauma.’”
Bass has ruled that “this case rises or falls on the issue of (direct) cause” for Ajibade’s death.
In other testimony Wednesday:
• Two state toxicologists testified that Ajibade was “negative” for alcohol and had some evidence of marijuana in his system but nothing heavier.
• Savannahh-Chatham police Star Cpl. Reginald Owens testified he was called to the El Cheapo gas station at East Duffy and Abercorn Streets about 6:15 p.m. on Jan. 1 after a 911 caller reported a dispute between Ajibade and a woman later identified as his girlfriend.
• Owens testified the woman’s face was covered in blood and that he “took Ajibade off balance” and to the ground to control him to make an arrest.
• Owens also testified that when he got Ajibade to the jail, “Jason Kenny was the first officer I turned Ajibade over to. ... He was in booking.”
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For K. Camp's latest he decides to remix Future and Drake's song "Jumpman." Give it a listen below and let us know what you think in the comment section below.
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JR Castro releases an official music video for his single titled "Get Home" featuring Kid Ink and Quavo.
Download “Get Home” now: http://smarturl.it/gethome
Spotify: http://smarturl.it/GetHomeSpotify
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ClipzGoGetEm
Behind The Scenes
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Tracklist
01. ClipzGoGetEm - Intro Freestyle (1:22)
02. ClipzGoGetEm - Blue Benjamins (5:59)
03. ClipzGoGetEm - Grindin' (2:47)
04. ClipzGoGetEm - River (3:03)
05. ClipzGoGetEm - Dope (3:14)
06. ClipzGoGetEm - Never Envy (4:42)
07. ClipzGoGetEm - Saucy (4:09)
08. ClipzGoGetEm - Hi Clipz Freestyle (0:38)
09. ClipzGoGetEm - R.A.W.I (Really Ain't Wit It) (4:16)
10. ClipzGoGetEm - G2DM (Get 2 Da Money) (4:30)
11. ClipzGoGetEm - She Bad (3:11)
12. ClipzGoGetEm - Hi Clipz (1:22)
13. ClipzGoGetEm - Twisted (4:02)
14. ClipzGoGetEm - Vibe (3:11)
15. ClipzGoGetEm - Hi Clipz Stressing (1:48)
16. ClipzGoGetEm - I Do It (Bonus) (4:20)
JACQUES JOHNSON
New Jerusalem
@jacquesmyworld
The album is actually named “New Jerusalem” and Jacques Johnson (Pronounced: Jhock) did things his way and all by himself creatively. The name isn’t the only thing unique. This quiet young star has tracks that leave you playing them over and over. There are no paid features on this album. He hasn’t tried to ride on someone’s brand. There is just good music. They variety on the track list remind you of Drake, Kanye and some trap just to let you know he can. The mixing is phenomenal and the skits are authentic. His single “Spotlight” is a party anthem for anyone and everyone. His track “That’s A Bet” gives you a street anthem with a strong beat. Then, you get to “Nailed” and you feel anointed by the lyrics because Jacques Johnson refers to being Nailed to the top and turning water to Ciroc.
This young indie business owner is being viewed as a quiet storm. His demeanor is low key until he hits the stage. He has been referred to as “complex” because his lyrics are not that of a young artist. If he chooses to play an instrument, he does. He is a master of self teaching. His amazing mind will keep bringing hits. His story is one of diversity and a well educated suburban upbringing, but he has always made music and lyrics his first loves.
With the partnership of GameTite Records, Jacques Johnson has distributed his own music worldwide, teamed with a major retailer for store promos, opened for major artists, and is killing shows. With his publicist, Tara Thomas and promotions with DM Management Co. and Marjohn Ent., Jacques Johnson’s team is making moves. It can only get better from here.
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J Metro
Midnight Dreams
Continuing his success with the release of Sentir Mon Amour (Feel My Love), Grammy considered singer-songwriter J Metro prepares to release the new visuals for his latest single “Midnight Dreams”. The video shot for the single was captured by J Metro himself while touring in the country of Switzerland for WIPO, and edited by media icon Rueben Wood.
Written and produced by J Metro, “Midnight Dreams” is the third single from the neo-soul electrifying album Sentir Mon Amour which is still in the early stages of its success being released on July 10th digitally and in stores August 7th. The leading single “Bodyguard” charted at number 12 on Billboard’s Single Sales Chart, giving the initial push needed for the album to become successful.
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SkyWalker
L.I.F.E.
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Tracklist
01. SkyWalker - Dummy Pack [Prod. By Pilot Beats] (2:49)
02. SkyWalker - Weak Sauce (Feat. Kevin Flum) [Prod. By G-Money] (3:14)
03. SkyWalker - Biz [Prod. By Pilot Beats] (3:05)
04. SkyWalker - Finer Things [Prod. By Jahlil Beats] (3:12)
05. SkyWalker - Slide Thru [Prod. By Pilot Beats] (3:00)
06. SkyWalker - Way Of Life (Do It Big) [Prod. By BrownTime] (4:07)
07. SkyWalker - Ride With Me [Prod. By Nick Rio] (3:26)
08. SkyWalker - On Fire [Prod. By Coop] (2:49)
09. SkyWalker - Winner Circle [Prod. By Chance McCullough] (3:04)
10. SkyWalker - Hatin On Me [Prod. By G-Money] (2:54)
11. SkyWalker - Living Free (Weed Song) [Prod. By Menace] (3:44)
12. SkyWalker - Holiday (Feat. Capo Cheeze) [Prod. By XXX] (4:37)
Louis
The Strip
Check out Louis's newest video filmed by well known Chicago videographer D Gainz.
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Innovative Hip Hop Website MyMixtapeVote Announces Launch Allowing Fans to Vote on Their Favorite Mixtapes While Earning Cash and Other Prizes
Hip hop fans couldn't be more excited.
“I think the idea behind My Mixtape Vote is an amazing one. I can see this quickly becoming one of the top mixtape websites in the world, based off their unique and imaginative approach!” - Emily P, Blogger, New York
Follow them on Twitter or Instagram: @mymixtapevote Email them at mymixtapevote@gmail.comFor more information be sure to visit http://www.mymixtapevote.com
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Chicago producer/rapper Young Chop was a performer at the MyMixtapez show that went down in Atlanta on Thursday, October 8, during the A3C Music Festival & Conference.
There was an issue with security that set Chop off.
"But y'all bitch ass security needs to stop it," Chop said into the mic.
One security guard then rushes Chop and starts swinging, sparking a brawl. Check it out below.
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FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. (AP) — An overnight confrontation between two groups of students escalated into gunfire Friday when a freshman at Northern Arizona University killed one person and wounded three others, authorities said.
University police chief Gregory T. Fowler identified the shooter as 18-year-old Steven Jones and said he used a handgun in the shootings at about 1:20 a.m. Friday. Police were still interviewing Jones and he had not been booked into jail Friday morning.
Steven Jones
The university in a statement identified the student who died as Colin Brough. The victims being treated at Flagstaff Medical Center are Nicholas Prato, Kyle Zientek and Nicholas Piring. The hospital said it couldn't release any information on conditions.
"This is not going to be a normal day at NAU," said school President Rita Cheng. "Our hearts are heavy."
She called it an isolated and unprecedented incident and said classes would go on as scheduled Friday.
The parking lot where the shooting happened is just outside Mountain View Hall dormitory on the Flagstaff campus, which provides housing for many of the campus' sororities and fraternities. The gate to the dorm's main entrance was closed Friday, and police had the surrounding area taped off.
Iowa City, Iowa-based Delta Chi Fraternity said Delta Chi members were involved, but offered no other details.
Alex McIntosh, a friend of Zientek, said he worked part time at the High Country Conference Center while attending the school full time.
"He's very calm, very respectful, has a great manner, calm demeanor and you'd never expect him to be caught up in something like this," McIntosh said.
Brough was from Castle Rock, Colorado, about 30 miles south of downtown Denver. Randy Barber, a spokesman for Douglas County Schools, confirmed that Brough graduated from Castle View High School in 2013. He said the school district had activated a crisis team to support students and staff at the high school.
Student Maria Gonzalez told The Associated Press that she at first suspected firecrackers when the shooting happened.
"I was studying for an exam so I looked out the window and see two people running, and that's when I realized they weren't fireworks they were actually gunshots," she said.
Arizona political leaders voiced support for the university and surrounding community, with Gov. Doug Ducey calling the shooting heartbreaking. He said the state stands ready to help in the investigation and response.
Rep. Ann Kirkpatrick, who lives in Flagstaff, expressed confidence that the city "will only grow stronger in difficult moments like these."
The Flagstaff shooting comes on the same day that President Barack Obama is scheduled to visit Roseburg, Oregon, where eight students and a teacher were shot and killed last week at Umpqua Community College. The gunman in the Oregon shooting wounded nine others before turning the gun on himself.
NAU is a four-year public university that has more than 25,000 total undergraduate students at the campus in Flagstaff, a city about two hours north of Phoenix that is surrounded by mountains and ponderosa pines.
Freshman Cameron Sands, 18, said he had pledged at a fraternity and was supposed to move into Mountain View Hall on Friday.
"It's crazy. You don't think this stuff happens. When I think of Flagstaff, I think safety," he said.
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AP writers Bob Seavey and Paul Davenport in Phoenix, Jim Anderson in Denver, Bob Lentz in Philadelphia and Matt Small in Washington contributed to this report.
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The plan is to take their music to Colleges, Clubs, Strip Clubs and Event Centers...With a blend of 'Hard Core Reality' Street Music Ghetto the Plugg and Spenn Da Benn is looking to bring their Sound everywhere...For Information please contact 678-859-3303 or Email gtpent@gmail.com
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