Lil’ Jon Speaks At Oxford University About President Obama And More
THE ATL NATIVE SAT DOWN FOR A OXFORD GUILD ADDRESS

Problem Ft. Lil Jon – "Andale"
NEW JOINT FROM PROBLEM AND LIL JON.

Lil Jon Ft. Tyga "Bend Ova"
Lil Jon Ft. Tyga “Bend Ova”



E-40 Ft. Lil Jon "Ripped"
NEW MUSIC: E-40 FT. LIL JON “RIPPED”

Lil Jon Brings the Crunk To SMIRNOFF's MASTER OF THE MIX; DJ JayCeeOh One Step Closer To Title
Multi-platinum recording artist, DJ and producer Lil Jon brought the crunk to this week’s episode of SMIRNOFF’s MASTER OF THE MIX competition as a guest judge while the remaining six DJ’s fought for the title in their most creative challenge yet. Following an initial battle that saw Tina T, who was eliminated last week’s, try to get a spot back on the show (she didn’t), host Amanda Seales filled the DJ’s in on there challenge for the week which was dubbed “the most technical.” “Invent or Get Sent” required the six remaining DJ’s to piece together a creative set using all the possible DJ tools like Serato, scratch drumming, cues and other inventive DJ tricks. After some short time working on their sets in the lab, Lil Jon surprised the competitors and dropped some knowledge on them about his transition to DJ’ing and EDM. Most importantly though Jon shared his most important piece of information when he said, “you cant lose if you’ve got the whole place going nuts. Its all about the crowd.” JayCeeOh, who tied for first place last week alongside Chris Karns, kickd things off first during the challenge with M.O.P’s “Ante Up,” Ol Dirty Bastard’s “Shimmy Shimmy Ya” and 2 Chainz’s “I’m Different.” Off of those three tracks alone he had the entire place rocking with him. Soon after he changed up the tempo and began mixing several other tracks together. “I thought you chose great samples to loop and switch up,” said Kid Capri. He continued, “You slipped up a few times but covered yourself up with a good scratch or good blend.” Lil Jon had much more priase for Jayceeoh. “That was creative as a motherf*cker! You did a great job,” Lil Jon shouted. Jayceeoh responded to the praise by simply stating that he just wanted to have some fun. DJ Locszi was up next and immediately got into mixing tracks from Kanye West, Carl Douglas, 2 Chainz and Deadmau5. Unfortunately his execution wasn’t nearly as on-point as he would have hoped. “Creating your own beat is one thing but making it sound flawless is another and that’s not what you were doing at all,” said Kid Capri. The Bronx-born Incrediboi followed Locszi with a genius mix of Daft Punk’s “One More Time” that he blended with Gwen Stefani’s “Hollaback Girl.” Incrediboi also took 2 Chainz’s “I’m Different” to heart when he called out each of his competitiors following the line “middle finger up to the competition.” While most of the judges seemed entertained, Kid Capri didn’t share the same sentiment. “Today was your weakest set,” he criticized. However Lil Jon came back and gave Incrediboi an ego boost by stating, “Overall you entertained the crowd and that’s what’s really important.” DJ Flyguy, who has seen his fair share of the bottom all season long, set out to prove that he still had skills and deserved to be in the running for the title. Unfortuantly, the DJ’s didn’t get to see any of them. Overall Flyguy’s set was sloppy and inventive-less. Ben Maddahi said point-blank, “that was one of the sloppiest mixes I’ve heard on the entire show.” “This is not the way I wanted to leave the show,” Flyguy cried backstage, knowing that he was at the top of the list of competitors to get sent home this week. The show’s early favorite to take SMIRNOFF’s MASTER OF THE MIX title, Chris Karns, was up last yet managed to still wow the DJ’s following the five sets that played before him. Between all the scratching, mixing, cues, and blending, Karns officially won the crowd over when he dropped Dead Prez’s classic track “Hip-Hop” that had all of the judges on their feet. “Whenever I stand up, that means you were the s###,” shouted Kid Capri. Both Ben and Lil Jon felt the same way when they said “that was a flawless victory” and “you just killed it!” There was little doubt that Flyguy, who was his own worst enemy during throughout the show, would be this week’s casualty, despite having to fight for his spot earloier on the show versus Tina T. The judges had a tougher time crowning the challenge’s victor. “Chris definitely did what was asked,” said Lil Jon. “But JayCeeOh made it fun for everybody from beginning to end.” Ultimatley, Chris Karns was celebrated for the most inventive set of the night and was crowned the challenges victor. Next week’s challenge will find the remaining five competitors “bending the ten” as they are tasked with mixing ten tracks all of which have completely different song structures. [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4WSja2AmEI8?list=UU2sXtI3jFzQkzf6pcfwYXgA&w=560&h=315] Check back next week for another episode recap! SMIRNOFF’s MASTER OF THE MIX Airs Tuesdays at 12am only on VH1.


Lil Jon Announces Partnership With Zumba to create “Zumba Nightclub” Tour
LIL JON TEAMS WITH ZUMBA TO HELP YOU GET IN SHAPE!!

PICS: So So Def 20th Anniversary Reunion Concert
The Fox Theatre was alive with the sounds of classic songs like “Money Ain’t a Thang” (JD & Jay-Z), “Jump” (Kris Kross), “Yeah” (Usher, Ludacris, Lil Jon), “Who Can I Run To” (Xscape), “I Gotta Be” (Jagged Edge), “Welcome to Atlanta” (JD, Ludacris), “Give It 2 U” (Da Brat), “I Think They Like Me” (Dem Franchize Boyz), “Coming From Where I’m From” (Anthony Hamilton) and many more. “I’ve made more hits with this man than anyone else,” said Usher, acknowledging Dupri on stage. “Congratulations to my friend, JD!” said Mariah, as she wheeled out a cake at the end of the show. Overwhelmed by the energy of the crowd and the support and well-wishes of his celebrity friends, Dupri was humbled: “Wow…this is crazy,” he said. “We did it! Thank you everyone – the fans, the artists..ain’t nobody f’in with my clique!” For more info on So So Def Recordings, Inc, visit www.global14.com or follow them on Twitter (@SoSoDef). Photos: Exclusive Access, Paras Griffin, Sly White Bow Wow Brandon Casey (of Jagged Edge) Kris Kross Usher T-Pain Tamika Scott (of Xscape) Pastor Troy Monica Luda and Jay-Z Waiting in the Wings Mariah Carey and JD Nelly Lil Jon, Luda, and JD Young Jeezy Jay-Z Surprised the Crowd Money Ain’t a Thang

Wiz Khalifa, Pitbull, Flo Rida, Head to The Bahamas To Party
(AllHipHop News) Pittsburgh rapper Wiz Khalifa has been added to a star-studded Hip-Hop lineup that will take the stage during the Bud Light Port Paradise Musical Festival this November in the Bahamas. Wiz will hit the stage during a concert that will feature Pitbull, Flo Rida and the Far East Movement. The following day, Lil Jon and DJ Scribble will hit the turntables during a cruise from Coco Cay back to Nassau which will feature a performance by Brad Paisley, Young the Giant and The All-American Rejects. “The Bud Light Port Paradise Music Festival has evolved into a true entertainment experience with non-stop music at every turn, and we continue to build on the event with the addition of high-profile performers like Wiz Khalifa” said Mike Sundet, vice president, Bud Light. “The unparalleled lineups on land and incredible turntable talent at sea will keep the party going for days.” Winners of the “Bud Light Battle of the Bands,” will open up for Wiz Khalifa, Pitbull and Flo Rida. The winning artists are McKenzies Mill, The Bergamot and Makayla Duvall. The Bud Light Port Paradise Musical Festival take place November 17 and November 18 in the Bahamas.

@MachineGunKelly [BGA] Ft. @LilJon "Lace Up" P###. By @DrummaBoyFresh
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Hip-Hop Exec Bryan Leach Gets Two Years For Possessing Hand Gun, Hollow Tips
(AllHipHop News) Hip-Hop executive Bryan Leach was sentenced to two years yesterday (September 24), in a New York Court. Bryan Leach pleaded guilty to attempted gun possession, after he was pulled over by police in 2010, in Manhattan. Police noticed Leach’s 2006 Bentley driving erratically on Manhattan’s Upper West side. When police searched the car they found a Kel-Tec handgun loaded with hollow-tip bullets. According to the New York Post, in addition to the two years behind bars, Bryan Leach was also sentenced to a year and a half of probation. At TVT Records, Bryan Leach was instrumental in developing the careers of Pitbull, Lil Jon and The Ying Yang Twins. As the CEO of Polo Grounds Music, Bryan Leach had a distribution deal with RCA Records. The label’s current roster includes award-winning artists A$ap Rocky, Yo Gotti, Avery Storm and others.

Roscoe Dash Ft. Lil Jon and Machine Gun Kelly “It’s My Party”
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Pusha T Ft. Lil Jon “Everything”
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2 Chainz Reveals Final Tracklisting For “Based On A T.R.U. Story”; Features Include Kanye West, Scarface, The-Dream And More
(AllHipHop News) With two weeks remaining until his solo debut album is released, Def Jam recording artist 2 Chainz has revealed the final tracklisting for both the standard and deluxe editions of Based On A T.R.U Story. The 13-track standard edition of 2 Chainz’ album will feature guest appearances from the likes of Drake, Kanye West, The-Dream, Nicki Minaj, Dolla Boy, Mike Posner, Scarface, John Legend and Cap-1. The Based On A T.R.U. Story deluxe edition will include three additional tracks: “Countdown” featuring Chris Brown, “Like Me”, “I Feel Good”, and “Riot.” Production on the album is expected to come from Mike Will, Sonny Digital, Kanye West, T-Minus, Lex Luger, Hit-Boy, Lil Jon, and many more. 2 Chainz, who is currently on the road opening for Nicki Minaj on the second leg of her “Pink Friday Tour,” will be hitting the road for his own solo tour beginning on August 30 in Norfolk, Virginia. Check out the full tracklisting for both editions of 2 Chainz’ debut below: 01. Yuck! 02. Crack 03. Dope Peddler 04. No Lie ft. Drake 05. Birthday Song ft. Kanye West 06. I’m Different 07. Extremely Blessed ft. The-Dream 08. I Luv Dem Strippers ft. Nicki Minaj 09. Stop Me Now ft. Dolla Boy 10. Money Machine 11. In Town ft. Mike Posner 12. Ghetto Dreams ft. Scarface & John Legend 13. Wut We Doin? ft. Cap 1 Deluxe Edition: 14. Countdown ft. Chris Brown 15. Like Me 16. I Feel Good 17. Riot 2 Chainz’ Based On A T.R.U. Story will be released on August 14th.

Wyclef Jean Set To DJ In NYC For Fourth of July; Lil Jon Also Part Of Arrival Fest Lineup
(AllHipHop News) Former Fugees member Wyclef Jean will take a step away from the microphone and the guitar next week to play DJ for the Fourth of July. Housed at New York City’s picturesque The Waterfront on Pier 92, “ARRIVAL: An All-Day Rooftop Beach Party” will be deejayed by Wyclef Jean, along with appearances from superstar producer and rapper, Lil Jon, and well-known Australian DJs, Hook N Sling, who produced “The Best Thing” and “Gotta Make a Move”. ARRIVAL concertgoers will also see performances from Ken Loi, known for his LMFAO remixes, The EC Twins, electronic up and comer Serge Devant. Fans will want to stay through the end of the night for the 40,000-light Macy’s “Ignite the Night” display over the Hudson River – billed as the best fireworks show in America. Event planners will donate a portion of the event’s proceeds to the Hudson River Park Trust partnership, aimed at constructing and beautifying the historic Hudson River Park. Tickets for the “ARRIVAL: An All-Day Rooftop Beach Party” are available now at www.ARRIVALnyc.com.

VIDEO: “Love & Hip-Hop’s” Lil Scrappy Releases “Tha Grustle”, Racks Up Mogul Respect
LIL SCRAPPY RELEASES “THA GRUSTLE”, TALKS RELATIONSHIPS WITH LIL JON, LUDA AND 50 CENT

EXCLUSIVE: Bangladesh Titles Album "Flowers & Candy"; Speaks On Debut West Coast Collaboration
(AllHipHop News) With the recent release of his first single “100” featuring Pusha T, Jadakiss and 2 Chainz, Grammy Award-winning producer Bangladesh has announced the title of his debut album and details on some of the collaborations that fans can expect when Flowers & Candy is released. Bangladesh announced the Flowers & Candy title during a video blog he filmed in London and stated that the album, which currently doesn’t have a release date, would be coming soon. Bangladesh spoke on some of the other collaborations to expect from Flowers & Candy. “I got a song with Ice Cube and Kendrick Lamar and Snoop [Dogg] that’s just so crazy. I just can’t be on that one,” he told AllHipHop.com. In addition to providing the sounds for Flowers & Candy, Bangladesh also plans to rap on the album, which fans were given a preview of on “100.” “I’m rapping on it, I’m making beats, I’m doing everything on there,” Bangladesh told AllHipHop.com. “I’m not rapping all over the album, but there are some songs I’m on and there’s some songs that I just don’t belong on so I didn’t get on them.” On the Kendrick and Ice Cube collaborations, Bangladesh continued, “It’s a West Coast theme, and it’s stupid! Kendrick killed it, Ice Cube killed it! When you hear the album, you’re gonna be like, ‘Damn, that’s Cube; he came hard!’ And that’s what to expect from this album; your favorite artist or artists that you didn’t think could spit are busting and really going in because they hear the beat and the beat influences them to go in, cause I never heard some of the artists rapping as good as they are on this.” In addition to his upcoming work on Brandy’s sixth studio album, Two Eleven, Bangladesh recently produced tracks for Fra East Movement, E-40 and revealed that some of his work will end up on a record from Pusha T’s currently untitled major label solo debut that features Lil Jon on the hook. Flowers & Candy is expected to be released later this year.

Lil’ Jon Planning to Release Album this Year; Explains Role as DJ
WHAT?!? YEAH-YAH!! LIL’ JON PLANS RETURN WITH NEW ALBUM AND…DJ SKILLS?