Amber Rose Opens Up to AllHipHop.com About Life, Love & Wiz’s Taylor Gang
WIZ’S MAIN SQUEEZE, AMBER ROSE, TALKS STANDING BY HER MAN AND MORE!
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Hip-Hop Rumors: DMX Goes From Rapper to Janitor?! Jay-Z Gets an Emmy!! Fabolous Ends Music Trilogy!?
DMX THE DO-GOODER??? JAY-Z WINS AN EMMY!
Aftermath Artist Slim the Mobster Releases Street Album, “War Music”
(AllHipHop News) Earlier today (November 9), Dr. Dre protege and Aftermath Entertainment artist, Slim the Mobster, released his anticipated 11-song street album, War Music, available for download below. The album, which is hosted by DJ Whoo Kid, contains solid features from artists like Kendrick Lamar, Snoop Dogg, Yummy Bingham, and the world’s most famous doctor – Dre. Production on War Music was handled by Lab Ratz, Nottz, Bink, Boi-1da, and Sha Money XL, who also served as one of the album’s executive producers alongside Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, and more. [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gLLCKOKGuhM&w=560&h=315] Slim the Mobster is a California rapper with Los Angeles roots. He is currently signed to Aftermath Entertainment and Gang Module Records, both of which released War Music collaboratively. He is one of the most prominent artists said to be featured on the highly anticipated and “unicorn-esque” Detox album by Dr. Dre. He is also the nephew of famed drug kingpin, Freeway Ricky Ross. Download “Slim the Mobster – War Music” Now!
Hip-Hop Rumors: Is Rihanna Pregnant?!? Eminem and DMX Collabo In Works! Quickies!
RIHANNA’S GOT A BUN IN THE OVEN? DMX & EMINEM IN THE STUDIO TOGETHER?
Lloyd Banks Releases “The Cold Corner 2” Mixtape
Earlier today (November 8), G-Unit rapper Lloyd Banks released his new, highly-anticipated mixtape, The Cold Corner 2. The mixtape – with its memorable cover of the Statue of Liberty covering her face – was announced in early 2010 and later shelved so that Banks could focus on some other projects. He decided a few months ago to move ahead with the mixtape, and in no time at all, he has delivered. Boasting 18 tracks with production from the likes of AraabMUZIK, Beat Butcha, and G-Unit’s own Doe Pesci and The Jerm, The Cold Corner 2 also sports guest verses from A$AP Rocky, Prodigy, Styles P, and more. Check out a full tracklist and download the mixtape here or down below! Download “Lloyd Banks – The Cold Corner 2” Mixtape Now!
Hip-Hop Rumors: Truck Full of Ciroc Peach Hijacked in Tennessee?!
A truckload of Diddy’s precious Ciroc Vodka was said to have gotten jacked earlier today (November 7th) in Memphis, Tennessee. The truck contained the first shipment of Ciroc Peach for local businesses in the area. A number of locals took to Twitter to talk about the highjacking, although no official reports have been made or released. This could be a publicity stunt, or an actual crime…time will tell. Wonder what Diddy thinks?
Hip-Hop Rumors: Frank Ocean Cancels Shows! Kanye Wants “All of the Lights” Turned On?
Frank Ocean Cancels NYC Show… Last night, while The Throne was tearing the roof off of the IZOD Center, Odd Future crooner Frank Ocean was set to perform at the Bowery Ballroom as part of his solo tour. Before the show’s start time last night, Ocean issued the following ‘statement’: “or should i say postponed. i played last night in new orleans, on antibiotics and some other meds. got sick a cpl days before i left los angeles. woke up this morning in new york and could barely speak. called a doctor to my hotel, got a steroid shot. took some more meds. laid in bed allday till soundcheck, got to the venue and could barely sing any of my songs. im really sorry yall. i been workin on this show for months, did everything i could to make it special for yall. i’ll be back soon as i’m healthy. thats my word. tickets will be valid for that, or you guys can get refunded. damn. this s### sucks.” Although a ton of fans were surely disappointed, there’s nothing you can do about not being able to sing when you’re a singer. Get well soon, Frank! Kanye Halts Concert Until “All Of the Lights” are Turned on… “Light man, where’s all my lights at?” [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aCj0__i9C4U&w=420&h=315] The video above is from The Throne’s recent stop in Washington D.C. Tonight, they will be doing their thing at the first of a two-show stint at Madison Square Garden in NYC. Nothing wrong with a man wanting the lights on! LOL! Quickies: -Not only will Young Jeezy’s constantly delayed album, TM: 103, feature verses from Andre 3000 and Jay-Z, Eminem is also set to be featured the December 20 release. Find out five things about the album that you didn’t know HERE! -RZA joins cast of Quentin Tarantino’s Django Unchained which also stars Jamie Foxx, Leonardo DiCaprio, and Samuel L. Jackson. Bobby Digital will be playing…a slave? -For those following at home or even care, Beiber will be taking a paternity test and then suing the “baby mama.” -Drake and Rick Ross are working on a joint mixtape called Y.O.L.O. (You Only Live Once). According to Drake, “I’ve been working on that for the last couple of weeks. We haven’t really connected because he’s been going through this thing with his health. I’ve been stashing my little beats and verses.” -Earlier today, Lindsay Lohan began serving her 30-day jail sentence. In no time at all she was released for “prison overpopulation.” Someone do something, PLEASE! –A Very Harold and Kumar 3D Christmas was originally intended to be titled: Harold & Kumar and the Legend of Eazy-E’s Stash. Obviously there would have been nothing Christmasy about it, and that would have been the right way to go as we’re sure those that saw it will agree!
Judges Kid Capri & Amber Rose An Unlikely Pair for “Masters of the Mix” 2nd Season
DJ KID CAPRI AND AMBER ROSE “MASTER THE MIX” WITH ALLHIPHOP.COM!
Hip-Hop Rumors: Amber Rose Comments on Kanye’s Recent “Runaway” Freestyle
AMBER ROSE WEIGHS IN ON KANYE’S SO-CALLED “DISS” DURING THE WTT TOUR!
Future Speaks On Drake’s Absence From “Tony Montana” Video
FUTURE EXPLAINS MISSING DRAKE IN “TONY MONTANA” VID
Hip-Hop Rumors: Nike Air Yeezy 2, MF Doom, Eddie Murphy and More Quickies!
Nike Air Yeezys 2! Kanye was seen rocking these in NYC recently. Designer sneaks-wearers everywhere are awaiting the new kicks, although no details are currently available on their release! Quickies: -That MF Doom and Radiohead collaboration we mentioned the other day can now be heard here. Thoughts? -Ad-Rock of The Beastie Boys is set to score his father’s latest off-Broadway play, “Gloucester Blue,” which debuts November 16 in New York City. -Compact Discs are said to be meeting their end come late next year. The plan is to make all new music releases available in only digital form. Who wouldn’t have thought? -GTA V is in the works and set for release sometime in late 2012. It was announced today (November 2) that the game will take place on the West Coast, more specifically San Andreas (parachuting was the coolest part of the last San Andreas game!). Check out the awesome looking trailer here. -Eddie Murphy revealed in the current Rolling Stone issue that he has a movie idea in the works that would bring together himself and Black comedians Chris Rock, Martin Lawrence, Dave Chappelle, Chris Tucker, and Tracy Morgan. The name and plot he offered?: “Jamal and Tyrell and Omar and Brick and Michael’s Wack-Ass Weekend about this group of guys who gets abducted by aliens on the way to the fights. I’m writing that now.” -NYC residents: The Grand Opening of the Beats By Dre store is happening today (November 2) at 67 Greene Street. Some surprises are said to be in the works. Anyone going to check out the shop?
Hip-Hop Rumors: The Return of Katt Williams?! Dame Dash Viral Series In the Works!
Katt Williams Returns With A Music Video…Just in Time for Halloween Week?! “I’m finna give you the b*tch n*gga recipe:/One cup Jermaine Dupri/Call that sh*t p*ssy stock/One drop of pure p*ssy/Or a Fabolous drop/An eye of Newt Ginrich/A dash of O’Reilly…” [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K1RMTV9zdOw&w=560&h=315] News on Katt Williams hasn’t been good lately. Clearly, he’s still got jokes, though. But is this a good look? Win or fail? You tell us! Dame Dash Viral Series in the Works? [vimeo http://vimeo.com/31437121] It would appear so after a video featuring the likes of Damon Dash, Cam’ron, Vado, McKenzie Eddy, Freekey Zeekey, Ski Beatz, and more has appeared online in teaser form. The “Cavi Life” web series is only advertised as “coming soon,” but this looks like a dope way to get an inside look into the life of the DD172 mogul and Roc-A-Fella co-founder. Murray Will NOT Testify! Dr. Conrad Murray, who is currently being tried for manslaughter in the death of icon Michael Jackson, has told a judge that he will not testify in his own defense. Jurors heard from medical experts as testimony concluded yesterday on the case that Murray has plead “not guilty” to. Closing arguments are up next. If convicted, he will lose his medical license and can be sentenced to up to four years in prison. Did he do it? What say you?
2 Chainz: Reintroducing “The Humble Hustler”
2 Chainz, formerly known as Tity Boi, released his much talked about and anticipated mixtape, T.R.U. Realigion today (November 1). Coming off months of heavy buzz, appearances on awards shows, and hit remixes, 2 Chainz is ready to reintroduce himself to the Hip-Hop community and music industry as a force to be reckoned with. After the success of Playaz Circles’ first albums on Ludacris’ Disturbing Tha Peace imprint, which 2 Chainz was and still is a part of, the talk about Tity Boi and Dolla seemed to fizzle out. In 2011, it seems people can’t get enough of the Tity 2 Chainz movement, and more importantly, the music. AllHipHop.com got the opportunity to speak with the “humble hustler” on a number of topics, including his past with Playaz Circle, what kind of empire he is trying to build for himself now, his BET Cypher, and much more. Before his mixtape, T.R.U. Realigion, was released, 2 Chainz shed some light on his relationship with the mixtapes host DJ Drama, as well as artists like Wale, T.I., Ludacris, and even Kreayshawn. Read below to see what exactly was on the mind of the “Codeine Cowboy” also known as 2 Chainz: AllHipHop.com: What’s going on, Chainz? 2 Chainz: What’s going on, brother? AllHipHop.com: I heard you were just wrapping up a video. What were you working on? 2 Chainz: I’ve been doing a lot of promo stuff; it’s just been crazy with the media. There’s a lot of outlets, so I’ve been speaking to all of them. AllHipHop.com: So first things first, and I’m sure you’ve been asked this a lot, but what happened to Tity Boi, and who is 2 Chainz? 2 Chainz: Tity Boi – nothing happened to him – and 2 Chainz is basically the same person. They are still the same humble, hungry person. The name change just came with experience. It’s crazy, I’ve been asked that question so many times. [laughter] Basically what happened was I was going by Tity Boi as like a family, household name. My mother called me that, my father called me that, and when it became time for me to rap and put music out, I couldn’t think of an MC name, so I just stayed with a name that people called me and I was comfortable with in my area. SO, when I started moving around and telling people my name was Tity Boi, some people thought it was derogatory; other people thought it was cool. But in all my raps, dating back to my second album, I was calling myself Tity 2 Chainz. AllHipHop.com: OK. 2 Chainz: So, I think what happened was the way I delivered it made it sound friendly and made it easy for the kids to get out. Not to mention, I go hard as 2 Chainz. [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZsaxI1-tm84&w=560&h=315] AllHipHop.com: S0, just out of curiosity, as a pretty flashy guy, what are two of the favorite chains that you own? 2 Chainz: My plane chain is definitely one of them. I had that made for the Flight 360 album with Playaz Circle, and probably my “Duffle Bag Boy” logo would be the other one. That duffle bag logo is heavy as sh*t like a little midget. AllHipHop.com: Nice! Since you just mentioned it, what is up with Playaz Circle? Are you still working together and signed to Disturbing Tha Peace? 2 Chainz: Yeah, I’m definitely down with Dolla [Boi] still. We have a studio together back home, and we’ve been working on future business and ventures, but for right now, I’d be a fool to ignore the type of buzz that I’m creating as 2 Chainz and the music I’m putting out on mixtapes. I’m just really trying to follow my dreams right now. I’m ready to be my own boss, and that’s something I’m prepared for. AllHipHop.com: Definitely. I saw online that a week or two ago you had made a surprise appearance at Wale’s show in Chicago. What is your relationship with him like? 2 Chainz: Well, Wale stays in Atlanta. A lot of people don’t know that. Even before that, we were rocking with each other. We had a little rapport with one another, so it’s a situation where we talk to each other like once a week. He had invited me on the tour, not knowing what my schedule was going to be like, and I had to be in Chicago for a video shoot that I was doing for someone. We have a record together that’s not actually on his album, but has done well in the streets called “Globetrotter.” AllHipHop.com: What about you and T.I.? That “Spend It” record is all over the place right now. What was it like to be one of the first artists to work with him when he got out of prison? 2 Chainz: It felt good, man. I got word that he was going to be coming out, and it was a pleasure when he actually came home. I had one of the hottest songs out in the area, so when he came home and was around for BET Hip-Hop Awards weekend, I put him on the remix, and it just blasted off. It worked out good for me as another reintroduction of 2 Chainz, formerly Tity Boi. AllHipHop.com: You were one of the last minute additions to a BET Cypher this year, where you got to spit alongside Reek Da Villian, Busta Rhymes, and Ludacris. What was that experience like for you? 2 Chainz: Yeah, it was definitely last minute. I appreciated it, though. You just always have to be ready for things like that. I just had to grab some things and make it to the plane; I can’t really complain. It was dope to show off my skills in the Cypher. AllHipHop.com: For sure. Let’s get into your upcoming project, T.R.U. Realigion that you have DJ Drama hosting. You were featured on two tracks on his recent album Third Power, and now […]
Kid Cudi Releases Intense Short Film for “Maniac”
Rapper, singer, and actor Scott “Kid Cudi” Mescudi released a short film for his Man On the Moon II track, “Maniac.” The film, released appropriately on Halloween, documents “two serial killers,” played by Cudi and Chris “Cage” Palko in French mode, and “their exploits;” however, it does not actually feature music from the song itself. Instead, the film features a score created by Kid Cudi and frequent collaborator Dot Da Genius, along with direction by Shia Lebeouf, who has starred in all three Transformers films. Cudi said the following upon the film’s release: “MANIAC is a short film inspired by the song. It is not a music video and it has no reference to the song content. It will be scored by Dot and I as a film with all new music. Directed By Shia Labeof for Grassy Slope and Ragin4Dayz Productions.” [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FVemNLOwCJ0&w=560&h=315] Back in August, Cudi announced that he would be scrapping a previously announced mixtape, instead focusing on his next two new albums. The first, Wizard, is the debut of 2 Continnum, a rock band that Cudi founded with Dot Da Genius, and is set for release some time this winter, as is Cudi’s Man on the Moon III.
Hip-Hop Rumors: Ruff Ryders Reunion!?! Kanye, Tyler, and Weezy’s Halloween Spirit! Drake Releases New “Take Care” Cover!
Ruff Ryders Reunion Coming In December!? Looks like it… So the flier below has been making the rounds online, and if the information is true, it would make for the first official reunion of the Ruff Ryders crew in quite some time! All of the “heavy-hitters” (sans Swizz) are expected to make appearances at the December 10 reunion, with confirmed performances from Cassidy, Drag-On, The Lox, Eve, and DMX, who will be headlining. Check out the show’s flier below, and fans living in the Chicago area can purchase tickets at www.CongressChicago.com. Hip-Hop Halloween Pics: Nothing like some down time dressed as Michael Jackson when you have a night off from the year’s biggest tour! His boy tweeted that not a single person recognized ‘Ye as he was walking the streets of New York City. That in itself is kind of shocking. The next two pics are of Odd Future’s Tyler, the Creator doing his best impression of I don’t know what, along with Lil Wayne, who made an appearance during the OF tour stop in Miami dressed as a wolf: Drake’s “Take Care” Cover Gets the Triple Treatment: After recently confirming to Power 106 in Los Angeles that both Stevie Wonder, Kendrick Lamar, and The Weeknd (on “Crew Love”) will be making appearances on Take Care, Drake released the picture below – one of three different covers that will ship with the album on November 15…
A$AP Rocky: King of “The New Kids on the Block”
HARLEM’S NEW KID SAYS THERE’S NOTHING “ODD” ABOUT HIS “FUTURE!”
Epic Win of the Day: “In Living Color” Returning in 2012!
Two mid-season specials of the iconic sketch comedy show “In Living Color” are in the works for the Fox Network’s 25th Anniversary. If proven to be successful, the specials will have a series option for the 2012 season. The show’s previous creator, Keenen Ivory Wayans, will act as executive producer and host for its remake. The 1990s sketch show which broke a number of stars including “Fly Girl” Jennifer Lopez, Jamie Foxx, Jim Carrey, David Alan Grier, and Damon Wayans, featured a number of hilarious sketches and characters. Fire Marshall Bill, Handi Man, and Homey Da Clown all became household names during the show’s run. Currently, no cast has been announced, although it has been said that an all-new comedic crew will be a part of the relaunch. Wonder if we’ll get a new Homey? [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_QhuBIkPXn0&w=420&h=315]
Hip-Hop Rumors: Nas Calls ‘Net “The Devil” & Other Quickies
Nas Calls the Internet “The Devil”… In the November 2011 issue of XXL, Odd Future member Tyler, the Creator had the honor of interviewing Nasir for the magazine’s cover story. When asked about Nas’ thoughts on Twitter, Tumblr, and the Internet in general, he said: “No I never look at it. I have a team that operates that sh*t for me. They’ll send me questions, and I answer them. That’s it. I was a prank caller when I was a young kid…I look at the Internet as prank callers. You don’t know who they are. They’re having fun. Actually, I’m not mad at that…You could do some good with the Internet, of course. But it’s, like, a man with horns. Not even a man–a dark force with horns–behind the whole sh*t.” I guess that’s a good thing, the less time he spend on the internet, the more time he’ll be spending on his album, Life Is Good, which Hip-Hop needs ASAP! Quickies: -MF Doom will be working with the band Radiohead. Interesting would be an understatement. -Lil Wayne, Nelly, Andre 3000, T.I. and Big K.R.I.T. will all make appearances on B.o.B.’s sophomore album Strange Clouds. Read up on our B.o.B. listening session review here. -Justin Beiber has announced that both Kanye West and Drake will be on his next album. Beiber can currently be heard rapping alongside Busta Rhymes on his Christmas album, Under the Mistletoe. We wish that last part was a joke. -Guinness Book of World Records has named Samuel L. Jackson the highest grossing actor of all time. That’s over 100 movies that have made over $7.4 billion, mother f*cker. -Rumors have been swirling that actor Russell Brand and singer Katy Perry’s marriage is on the rocks, and supposedly Rihanna has something to do with this. Huhhhh? Could Ri Ri be fooling with Russell or Katy?
Hip-Hop Rumors: A$AP Rocky Brings Dave Chappelle Out of Hiding For Music Video?!
During a recent sit down with AllHipHop.com, rapper A$AP Rocky, who recently signed with Polo Grounds Music, spoke on his music video directorial skills. In addition to the videos he has directed for his own songs, “Purple Swag” and “Pe$o,” Rocky recently shot the video for Fool’s Gold artist Danny Brown’s next single, “Blunt After Blunt.” Some well-known fashion designers popped up on Danny’s set, and Rocky also told us about Mos Def, Kendrick Lamar, and Dave Chappelle stopping by to show some support and chat. Find out what he had to say about the whole matter below, and make sure to check for Danny Brown’s “Blunt After Blunt” video when it drops in the near future. Will the elusive Chappelle actually appear in the video? Only time will tell. [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=epD4cvVccRM&w=560&h=315]
Mac Miller Hosts Listening Party for “Blue Slide Park” and Drops New Video
Rostrum Records held a listening party last night (October 27) for Mac Miller’s debut album Blue Slide Park at the infamous Quad Studios in Manhattan. The album, which is set for release on November 8, is one of 2011’s more anticipated releases following the success Mac has had over the past year as an independent artist. Amidst a crowd of writers, bloggers, a number of industry people, and even producer Statik Selektah, Mac’s cool, calm, and collected demeanor helped ease any concerns some might have with the project, and if he has changed up his the recipe that has worked so well for him because of his debut. Before the play button was hit on Blue Slide Park, Mac briefly addressed the crowd, saying: “I like the album, I hope y’all like the album. I don’t really want to say too much about it. I’m just going to let it play. I just want to ask for you to turn it up loud, ’cause I like to listen to it loud, and enjoy Blue Slide Park.” From what we heard at the session, fans are in for a treat come November 8 when Blue Slide Park hits stores. In the meantime, check out the music video below for Mac’s new single, “Party on 5th Ave,” which dropped just last night: [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kTZpscid3lg&w=560&h=315]
