A Tribe Called Quest Doc Wins Best Film At Producers Guild Awards
“BEATS, RHYMES & LIFE” WINS BEST OF THE YEAR FROM THE PRODUCERS GUILD OF AMERICA
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Rockie Fresh Takes Fans Back To The Future With New Project, “Driving 88”
Don’t count the young guys out. If anyone is breathing new life into the game, it’s them. Case in point – Rockie Fresh. The 20-year-old Chicago native has had, by many standards, two wildly successful years and has no intention of slowing down for 2012. Rockie has used his “newness” to soak in, absorb, and adapt to the sounds and influences around him, all while catering to the fans that have supported him during his rapid rise to the top. AllHipHop.com spoke to the one of the hottest young artists on the eve of the release for his new mixtape, Driving 88. Rockie discusses the honor of being an XXL Freshman nominee, the recording process for his new project, his rapid rise to success via the independent route, and where he sees himself in five years. AllHipHop.com: First things first, did you get to keep the DeLorean? Rockie Fresh: Nah, man, I didn’t get to keep it. That’s my homies DeLorean. He lets me use it whenever I want to. AllHipHop.com: Lucky him. I want to congratulate you on your nomination for XXL’s 2012 Freshman Class. Rockie Fresh: Thank you very much, man. I appreciate that. [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=19FYAyEgCW4&w=560&h=315] AllHipHop.com: So, how did it feel when you found out you were nominated, especially to be alongside a number of your friends within the industry? Rockie Fresh: It felt crazy, and it was cool because there was a fake list that came out a couple of weeks before they did that, and I was on that fake list, but a lot of people didn’t take it seriously, and it had got some people in my city talking about the possibility of me actually being a XXL Freshman. So for them to then come out with their own list and confirm that I had gotten to that point is dope and real cool. And then to have some of my homies on there with me, it just made it the more the merrier so it was cool. AllHipHop.com: If you could create your own short list for who should be on that cover this year who would you pick? Rockie Fresh: Outside of myself, it would be Casey Veggies, Phil Ade, and probably my homie Action Bronson. I really respect their grind, and they’ve all built a lot of stuff from the ground up, so definitely those three. AllHipHop.com: Well, I hope you make it on there, for sure. Last time we talked, you had just released your last project, The Otherside Redux, and now you’re gearing up for the release of Driving 88. How did the recording process of the two mixtapes differ? Rockie Fresh: Well, the last project, The Otherside Redux, I had recorded a few songs in L.A., but most of the project was done in Chicago. With the new mixtape, I started recording it while I was on tour with Patrick Stump, and so I recorded it in a bunch of different cities and had a bunch of different inspirations. I’m also getting older as an individual – not that I’m not young anymore – but I’m just experiencing a lot more things, and over the course of 2011, I saw some things that I never saw before in my life, so I was able to just broaden my horizon and broaden the things that I could talk about. So that’s what kind of changed with the recording process for this project. AllHipHop.com: For those that don’t know, can you briefly explain the significance of the title, Driving 88? Rockie Fresh: Yeah, the title came from the movie, Back To The Future, and basically the DeLorean had to reach 88 miles per hour for them to reach their destination, and so this project is kind of my pace and my speed of me just getting to the places that I want to go. That’s why I called it that. AllHipHop.com: What can the fans expect on the project, and did you get to work with anyone this time around that you haven’t been able to work with in the past? Rockie Fresh: Yeah, I was actually able to get a track from Good Charlotte that’s on there. It’s going to be a bonus track for the tape since they had it on their mixtape, but Casey Veggies and Phil Ade are both on the project, and they were on my last project so it’s cool to bring it back. As far as the music, people can expect a real original sound. I really wanted to tailor my own style of music and my own type of beats, so that fans will always know a Rockie track when they hear it. And so, we really defined that with this project, so I’m excited to see what the fans think about it. [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CChI-4JVIQU&w=560&h=315] AllHipHop.com: I did actually get a chance to hear that track with the Madden Brothers from their mixtape, and it’s dope. In the past year alone, you’ve already worked with Asher Roth, the Maddens, Kidz In the Hall, Chamillionaire, and a ton more names. How important is it to you to as a fairly new artist to be recognized and respected by your peers in the industry? Rockie Fresh: That means a lot to me, because it was real natural how I got a relationship with all of those guys, which is why I guess people say that I do a lot of random features, but it’s really always organic. Like I met Lil’ B when I was at SXSW last year, and his style of music is way different then mine. We represent two different things, but because he was a cool dude and he respected me, we were able to link up and do a record. Same thing with Asher and the Madden brothers; it was just a real organic thing, and for those guys to like what I do and respect what I do, it was a blessing for me, and it was super cool. It meant a lot. […]
Hip-Hop Rumors: Behind-The-Scenes Edition With Wacka Flocka, Lil Wayne, N.O.R.E., Wiz Khalifa & More!
This post is a collection of behind-the-scenes videos released over the past few days, containing exclusive access to video shoots, recording sessions, and more, with the likes of Wacka Flocka, Drake, Bow Wow, Wiz Khalifa, N.O.R.E., French Montana, Lil Wayne, and L.E.P. Bogus Boys! We wonder what the cameras DIDN’T catch… Wacka Flocka – “Round of Applause” ft. Drake: [vimeo http://vimeo.com/35414089] Courtesy of Zingari Entertainment In the Lab with Bow Wow and Wiz Khalifa: [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QefOIhTjpDY&w=560&h=315] Courtesy of PrinceBowWow In the Lab with N.O.R.E.: [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IFMoFlzuHJA&w=560&h=315] Courtesy of 57thAve YMCMB in Australia: [vimeo http://vimeo.com/35276911] Courtesy of DerickG In the Lab with L.E.P. Bogus Boys, Wacka Flocka, and French Montana: [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uXP9GwAPSTQ&w=560&h=315] Courtesy of InfraredMusicGroup
Mac Miller Announces Dates For “The Macadelic Tour”; The Cool Kids Set To Open
(AllHipHop News) Mac Miller will be hitting the road beginning on March 27 for a three month trek across the United States. “The Macadelic Tour” is currently set to wrap up in Amsterdam on June 1, after a number of national dates. The 22-date “Macadelic Tour” will stop at 18 colleges and universities, including Penn State, Clemson and Towson, one festival in New Jersey, and three stops overseas in Paris, Belgium, and Amsterdam. Joining Mac on “The Macadelic Tour” will be The Come Up and Chicago natives The Cool Kids. Tickets are currently available for the tour’s May 18 date at The Bamboozle Festival, as well as for the three international dates between May 29 and June 1. Tour dates are listed below: 03.27 – Norfolk, VA (Norfolk State University) 03.28 – Clemson, SC (Clemson University) 03.29 – Radford, VA (Radford University) 03.31 – Fairfax, VA (George Mason University) 04.01 – Loretto, PA (Saint Francis University) 04.03 – State College, PA (Penn State University) 04.04 – Ypsilanti, MI (Eastern Michigan University) 04.05 – Kalamazoo, MI (Western Michigan University) 04.10 – Green Bay, WI (University of Wisconsin Green Bay) 04.11 – St. Louis, MO (St. Louis University) 04.12 – Bloomington, IN (Indiana University) 04.14 – Dayton, OH (Wright State University) 04.16 – Charlotte, NC (University of North Carolina Charlotte) 04.17 – Atlanta, GA (Georgia State University) 04.20 – Orlando, FL (University of Central Florida) 04.26 – Baltimore, MD (Towson University) 04.27 – Clarion, PA (Clarion University) 04.29 – Oneonta, NY (SUNY Oneonta) 05.18 – Asbury Park, NJ (Bamboozle Festival) 05.29 – Brussels Ancienne, Belgique 05.30 – Paris Le Casino de Paris 06.01 – Amsterdam, Melkweg For more information on “The Macadelic Tour,” click here.
Alice Is Back! – “Resident Evil: Retribution 3D” Teaser Trailer Arrives
The fifth film in the Resident Evil franchise has just received its first teaser trailer. Resident Evil: Retribution 3D stars Milla Jovovich, Michelle Rodriguez, Sienna Guillory, and Kevin Durand, and was directed by Paul W.S. Anderson who also directed the first and fourth entries: Resident Evil and Resident Evil: Afterlife. The film will also feature fan favorites from the game such as Jill Valentine, Leon Kennedy, Albert Wesker, and Barry Burton. Check out the teaser trailer below: [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yLlofm9NFeA&w=560&h=315] The film’s plot synopsis is as follows: “The Umbrella Corporation’s deadly T-virus continues to ravage the Earth, transforming the global population into legions of the flesh eating Undead. The human race’s last and only hope, ALICE (Milla Jovovich), awakens in the heart of Umbrella’s most clandestine operations facility and unveils more of her mysterious past as she delves further into the complex. Without a safe haven, Alice continues to hunt those responsible for the outbreak; a chase that takes her from Tokyo to New York, Washington, D.C. and Moscow, culminating in a mind-blowing revelation that will force her to rethink everything that she once thought to be true. Aided by newfound allies and familiar friends, Alice must fight to survive long enough to escape a hostile world on the brink of oblivion. The countdown has begun.” “Resident Evil: Retribution 3D” Hits Theatres On September 14, 2012
Estelle Releases Music Video For “Thank You”; Album In Stores February 28th
Grammy Award-winning singer Estelle recently released the official music video for her new single, “Thank You,” from the upcoming album, All Of Me, which will be in stores February 28. All Of Me will be Estelle’s third studio album and has been in the works for the past three years. It is the follow-up to her second-album, 2008’s Shine, which was a massive hit helping to earn Estelle a Grammy win for Best Rap/Sung Collaboration for the single “American Boy” with Kanye West. The video for “Thank You” was directed by Iren Sheffield. [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yUuEYM9vjlw&w=560&h=315] Check out AllHipHop.com’s exclusive feature on Estelle HERE.
Trailer For “Exit Strategy,” Starring Big Boy And Kevin Hart, Hits The ‘Net
The official trailer for the upcoming independent comedy Exit Strategy has been released. The film, which stars radio personality Big Boy, Kevin Hart, Jameel Saleem, Kimelia Weathers, and “Q-Deezy” Harris tells the “un-romantic” story about a man trying to break up with the girlfriend who he recently moved in with. The film’s official plot synopsis is below: James (Saleem) gets evicted from his apartment and moves in with his girlfriend of three months Kim (Weathers) and quickly discovers she’s everything he never wanted in a woman. He enlists best friends Carville (QDeezy) and Leona (Noelle Balfour), plus high-schooler Scoop (Nick Sinise) and strangers like Big Boy and Kevin Hart to find a relationship exit strategy; but for Kim, breaking up just isn’t an option. This is the first major film role for Big Boy following his recent weight-loss, which has given him a new lease on life. He has also appeared in such films and television shows as The Player’s Club, The Longest Yard, and Entourage. Exit Strategy, directed by Michael Whitton, is set for release on February 10. Check out the official trailer below: [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xFUbPsHJuWA&w=560&h=315]
Ryan Leslie Creates “5 Minute Freshen Up” Track With The Support Of Fans
Although the track has been done for a while, a video was released today (January 18) featuring producer, singer, and rapper Ryan Leslie creating one of his new songs from scratch, entitled “5 Minute Freshen Up.” The following message came attached to the video from Leslie himself: “Follow @RyanLeslie because I’m always surprising followers. I’ve invited you to dinner, given away backstage passes, and even treated you to brand new iPods – all to say that I appreciate you for following, supporting, liking, commenting and sharing.” The highlight of the video, in addition to its exclusive access, is Leslie’s spur of the moment idea to invite a fan of his to the studio via Twitter and watch the recording process of his new track. After picking her up in his Lamborghini, Leslie proceeds to let her and her friends party in the studio to “5 Minute Freshen Up.” Check out the video below: [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c7MKGdAoD68&w=560&h=315] Check out AllHipHop.com’s most recent interview with Ryan Leslie HERE.
Hip-Hop Rumors: Lil Wayne Brawls With Dallas Cowboy At Nightclub????
That’s the word according to the Miami Times News, who’s reporting that Weezy got into a little brawl with Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Dez Bryant over the weekend at Club Liv. The following updates have been coming in throughout the day: “Beach police have no incident reports from the fight, but a source tells a Herald reporter that Lil’ Wayne was involved. The fight happened inside the Fontainebleau’s LIV, the station reports, but details are otherwise sketchy about the altercation. For now, WFAA reports that Bryant was at LIV on Sunday night when he clashed with the unnamed rapper’s “entourage.” “The Dallas Morning News writes that the fight started over someone mocking Bryant about a subpar season and a mounting personal debt crisis. Either way, Bryant’s mentor David Wells tells WFAA that the wide receiver wasn’t arrested in the incident.” “MBPD apparently has no record of Bryant being detained on Sunday at the Fontainebleau. There was a bit of a melee outside LIV that night with a drunk patron striking a security guard in the chest and a crowd swarming to watch the fight, according to a police report, but Bryant isn’t mentioned in the paperwork.” Source: Miami New Times
Problem: The Compton Spitter Is Prepared, Determined, And Ready To Shine
“Born in Germany, and raised in Compton” is one of the first things that catches your eye when you read 26-year-old rapper Problem’s biography. No stranger to the music industry, Problem has already written, co-produced, and worked with such icons as Snoop Dogg, Kanye West, John Legend, and DJ Quik while releasing two hit singles of his own, 2008’s “I’m Toe Up” and the currently in rotation, “Last Love.” The trials and tribulations that he has experienced throughout his career have helped Problem fine-tune his craft and cultivate diversity in both his sound and music. Now, in 2012, Problem is ready to go “all-in” and provide his fans with music that is mature, unique, and well-rounded, all while never forgetting his roots or where he comes from. AllHipHop.com spoke to the newly-anointed Breeding Ground artist, Problem, about his come-up in Compton, his prior signing to Universal Records, what the Diamond Lane Music Group brand means, and what fans can expect from his upcoming album Plan B. AllHipHop.com: What’s going on, Problem? How you feeling? Problem: Blessed, man. AllHipHop.com: The first thing I want to ask you about is “born in Germany, raised in Compton.” Can you elaborate on that a little bit? Problem: Yeah, my dad was in the service, and my mom and dad were married at the time, so I was over there for the first year of my life. AllHipHop.com: But you would consider yourself 100 percent West Coast right? Problem: 354 percent to be honest with you [laughter]. AllHipHop.com: Fair enough. Right now, your single “Last Love” has been climbing the charts, so I want to ask you about how you’ve matured as an artist since the first time a lot of people heard you a few years ago – which was on your song, “I’m F*cked Up.” Problem: The crazy thing is that with both records, they were made randomly. The plan wasn’t to make a big club record or a radio-friendly song; they were just based on the emotions I was going through when I did the records. I mean, it’s an obvious growth in my work, but I’m still both of those people you know what I mean? I’ve been through relationship issues, but I party and get f*cked up. Myself and the label felt like “Last Love” was the perfect way to show that the new music I’m going to be doing is going to be bigger, and maybe not as melodic, but I’m going to show that I do sing a little bit. Not Drake-ish, ‘cause I don’t want to be in nobody’s bracket, but just to show all of the talents that I do have. [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j-l9e_HGbE8&w=560&h=315] AllHipHop.com: I know that throughout your career you’ve dropped seven mixtapes and previously had a deal with Universal. Can you speak on that situation, and how that led into your affiliation with Diamond Lane Music Group? Problem: When I signed to Universal, I got a two single deal because of the “I’m F*cked Up” record. I can say that what happened over there wasn’t there fault or my fault. It was just a lack of knowledge and not knowing the business and what I was supposed to do as an artist to push my own project. I got the deal and did what every rapper that gets a deal does: gets the money, gets excited, tells everybody, and waits on the label to take everything into full gear and full blast. That didn’t happen. I can honestly say that I stopped so it wasn’t their fault or anybody’s fault why our marriage didn’t work but I love the fact that I even had a deal with Universal ‘cause a lot of rappers can’t say that so I’m appreciative. As far as Diamond Lane, that’s my team, my squad, my family, and we just decided to do a music company. These are people I’ve been running with and doing things with for the last 20 years. My boy Fast Lane, the CEO, he said ‘you’ve got too much talent and too much know-how for us to not formulate together and try to push this thing over the top.’ AllHipHop.com: So, since you have dealt with a major label, and now you’re on a more independent route, how different would you say the two platforms are? Are you happier with your career now then you were before? Problem: I’m much happier with the structure. Diamond Lane Music Group is ran like, if not more sufficiently, than a major label. We the homies when we leave the office but it’s real business oriented in the bigger picture. My friend is now my boss and I have no problem with that. He has my best interests at heart, and I have his, so it is better ‘cause I think he wakes up everyday thinking about the same thing I wake up thinking about – getting it to the next level. It’s dope. I’m having a f*cking ball right now! AllHipHop.com: That’s all that really matters. Right now, “Last Love” is doing it’s thing on the charts and it’s supposed to be the first single off your new album Plan B due later this year. I have to ask, what happened to “Plan A”? Problem: [laughter] Ok. The last project I put out was called Hotels, and it’s on iTunes right now, so you can go pick that up. I did a tape called My L.A. Leaker Tape prior to that, and it was my rap sh*t that I wanted to get off, and I was just wrapping the whole thing and going crazy. Then I have another set of fans with the ladies and the clubs and the streets, so the Hotels tape was kind of for that. So, my next project is Plan B ‘cause I asked myself what would I need after I left the hotel; my reckless ass needs some Plan B [laughing]. That’s where the title Plan B comes from. [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yP_DQzAL4Ho&w=560&h=315] AllHipHop.com: […]
Hip-Hop Rumors: Azealia Banks Signs With Universal Music!!!
2012 is wasting no time trying to one-up 2011 with the major label signings of buzzing artists. Last year, we saw Kreayshawn make $1 million in one of the biggest busts of a deal for a label, then A$AP Rocky cashed in a rumored $3 million from RCA. (He’s actually been one of the more consistent rappers out there as of late, though.) Then, last week, it was rumored that Australia native Iggy Azalea had landed a deal at Def Jam, which was pretty much confirmed by her tweets, as well as those of A&Rs at the label. Now we have word from Harlem’s own Azealia Banks that she just inked a deal with Universal Music! Check out the tweets below, and congratulations to Ms. Banks, a.k.a. Kanye’s Twitter pal! We’re rooting for you!
Mike Posner Releases Acoustic Cover Of Rick Ross’ “Stay Schemin”
R&B singer Mike Posner, whose soulful sound is a bi-product of his love for Hip-Hop, released a video featuring an acoustic cover of the new single from Rick Ross’ mixtape, Rich Forever. The track, “Stay Schemin,” originally features rappers French Montana and Drake and has made a big splash on both the Internet and radio since its release. However, French and Drake do not appear on this version of the song as you will see below, but Posner friend and guitar player, Blackbear, does. Regarding how the “Stay Schemin” interpretation came to fruition, Posner exclusively told AllHipHop.com: “I was in Miami the last two weeks working with Pharrell, and after I would finish recording, I would kick it with Rozay at his crib. Rick [Ross], French [Montana], and I went to the club one night in Miami, and I saw the reaction people had to “Stay Schemin”, even though it had only been out for a day. That made me fall in love with the song, and I knew Blackbear and I could put a fresh spin on it.” “Shout outs to Pharrell for letting me borrow his keyboard in the making of,” he continued, while laughing. Check out the video of Mike Posner and Blackbear’s acoustic cover of “Stay Schemin” below and download a free version of the song here. [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-mr7UKa3raY&w=560&h=315]
Hip-Hop Rumors: Jay-Z Never Swore Off The Word B*tch!!??
News and reports have swirled for the past week about newly anointed father, Jay-Z, swearing off the word “b*tch” now that he has a daughter in the sure-to-be-beautiful, Blue Ivy Carter. Well, that’s not exactly the case according to representatives for the father, rapper, and mogul, who recently reopened the New York location of his 40/40 Club. Via Billboard: “The first publication to report the poem’s existence, Rolling Out, cites no publication source for the poem and could not be reached for comment. Sources close to the rapper have declined to confirm or deny its authenticity. “ And according to The Daily News, Jay-Z told the newspaper directly that “the poem and story are fake.” Hmmmmmmmm…
Action Bronson, A$AP Rocky, Mac Miller, And Others Added To Bamboozle Festival Lineup
(AllHipHop News) The 2012 Bamboozle Festival has announced the addition of a number of emerging and buzzing Hip-Hop artists to its three-day lineup, which takes place from May 18-20. This year’s Bamboozle Festival will also serve as the 10th anniversary celebration for the concert series, which has switched locations between Asbury Park and the Meadowlands in New Jersey since its inception in 2003. Musicians Action Bronson, Outasight, Riff Raff, Mike Posner, Mac Miller, Kreayshawn, A$AP Rocky, and world-renowned artist David Garibaldi will perform and make appearances at this year’s festival, with a number of artists yet to be revealed. The Bamboozle Festival, which is primarily a Rock, Punk, and Pop-based event, has ramped up its outreach to Hip-Hop artists to help expand the festival’s brand. Artists such as Snoop Dogg, Method Man, and Lil Wayne have all either performed or headlined the festival in the past. 2012’s main acts are primarily Rock, with the likes of Bon Jovi, Foo Fighters, Blink 182, and Incubus headlining the three-day bill. Tickets are available now at www.Bamboozle.com.
Swatch Releases Gents Originals “Olympic Games” Collection Watches
Switzerland based watch maker Swatch has announced a new collection of sports-inspired watches, the Gents Originals – Olympic Games Collection. Swatch said the watches were created with “one eye on fashion and the other on the upcoming London 2012 Olympic Games.” They added that the wristwear will “merge pro-sport aesthetics and a classic London design. “The designers have given a nod both to British fashion’s mod heritage and the London 2012 Olympic Games logo by means of a two-toned palette.” The watches have already caught the eye of Hip-Hop artist Jadakiss, who recently tweeted information about them to his over 400,000 followers and encouraged them to check them out. Via SoRaspy.com
Jay Electronica And Frank Ocean Recording For G.O.O.D Music Compilation
KANYE WEST’S G.O.O.D. MUSIC IMPRINT PLANS COMPILATION ALBUM FOR SPRING
Odd Future Announce New Album And Tour In March
(AllHipHop News) Odd Future continue to prove that their year of success in 2011 was no fluke, with the announcement of their new compilation album, The OF Tape Vol. 2, as well an upcoming tour for 2012. The album, to be released on Odd Future Records, is set to drop on March 20 and will feature new music from all members of the Odd Future camp including: Tyler, the Creator, Leftbrain, Frank Ocean, Domo Genesis, Hodgy Beats, The Internet, Mike G, and Syd the Kyd. Although not many details about the tour have been released, it has been confirmed that the Odd Future crew will storm through 10 cities during the month of the album’s release, March. Not only will there be shows, there will also be pop-up shops in a similar fashion to the one that opened in Los Angeles last year, at each of the tour stops. In addition to these recent announcements, fans can prepare themselves for the follow-up to last year’s Goblin by Tyler, the Creator as he is currently putting the finishing touches on his second solo album, Wolf, which is set to drop sometime this spring.
Chartwatch: Yo Gotti’s Debut Numbers Disappoint; Drake And Jeezy Hold Down Top 10
(Week Ending On 1/17/12) RCA rapper and Memphis native Yo Gotti released his debut album, Live From the Kitchen (RCA), to disappointing numbers. Gotti himself has been vocal in the past two weeks about the marketing push or lack thereof from the label. The album debuted at #14 on the charts, after selling an estimated 15,000 copies. [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i8iTb7IsLIw&w=560&h=315] For another week, both Drake and Young Jeezy have been playing the Top 10 game, as both of their albums continued to move a notable amount of copies. Drake’s Take Care (YM/CM/Universal) sold just over 32,000 units, which placed the album at the #4 spot this week. Jeezy slid down a few spots after a 24 percent decline from the week prior, selling 23,425 copies of TM103 (Def Jam). Coming in at #26 this week are Jay-Z and Kanye West with their platinum-certified album, Watch the Throne (Roc-A-Fella/RocNation). Coincidentally, the album also saw a 26 percent decline from last week, after selling just under 13,000 copies. Lil Wayne’s Tha Carter IV (Cash Money/Universal) and Common’s The Dreamer, The Believer (Warner Bros.) round out the Top 50 this week as the final two Hip-Hop artists on the charts. Wayne moved 11,985 copies, which landed him at the #28 spot, while Common unloaded 9,000 more copies a month after his album’s release. [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1CVcH10EpyM&w=560&h=315] Dropping This Week (1/17/12) No notable Hip-Hop releases next week. Dropping Next Week (1/24/12) Alchemist and Oh No will be dropping their psychedelic-rap collaboration, titled Vodka and Ayahuasca (Decon), under the name Gangrene. [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NiN-Dk-K-0o&w=560&h=315]
Outasight Set to Perform with The Roots Tonight on “Late Night with Jimmy Fallon”
Yonkers native Outasight is set to perform his most recent single, “Tonight Is the Night”, tonight (January 17) with The Roots on “Late Night With Jimmy Fallon.” The song, which has been climbing the charts, is currently in rotation at over 115 Top 40 radio stations across the country, making Outasight a name, face, and voice to remember in the new music landscape. His loyal fans, along with new listeners, have already pushed the music video for “Tonight Is the Night” the three million views mark on YouTube. In addition to tonight’s performance with The Roots, Outasight will be hitting the road on February 7 with T-Pain and Gym Class Heroes for the “Snowstorm Music Tour.” The tour will hit 13 cities over the course of the month. “Late Night With Jimmy Fallon” airs at 12:35 AM EST on NBC. [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FxnFJG6CW20&w=560&h=315]
Trae The Truth Releases New Mixtape, “King Of The Streets”
THE “KING OF THE STREETS” HAS A NEW MIXTAPE! DOWNLOAD IT HERE!
