Posted 6/21/11 2:23 pm EST by MTV News in Interviews, Music News, Things That Aren't Hip-Hop ... But Are
Kid Cudi is doing his due dilligence. Recently the rapper and his crew visited the memorial site to rock legend Kurt Cobain in Viretta Park in WA paying his respects to the late singer. Kudi, who's been no stranger as a fan of Rock music, is on the cusp of putting together his first rock album on his next project. Read More...
Posted 6/21/11 12:19 pm EST by MTV News in Interviews, Music News, Things That Aren't Hip-Hop ... But Are
If Chris Brown is the new Sisqo then Soulja Boy must be the new Eminem, at least visually. Adding to a now growing list of artists who are all going the route of dying their hair blonde, rapper Soulja Boy is the latest to join the fray. Watch out Nicki Minaj. Read More...
Posted 6/21/11 9:52 am EST by D.L. Chandler in Music News, Things That Aren't Hip-Hop ... But Are
It appears that beleaguered R&B singer Chris Brown and pop songstress Rihanna have been maintaining clandestine contact via the social media network Twitter. Reportedly sharp-eyed fans happened to catch Breezy tweeting publicly to the Loud singer, although Brown quickly deleted the tweet which was meant for Rihanna’s eyes only apparently.
According to reports, Breezy’s tweet to RiRi read, “[You] got that pic I sent you” before the tweet vanished. Online sleuths were able to snag a screenshot of the tweet, all but confirming that the pair have been in friendly contact. Although some outlets are reporting that Brown meant to privately message the Barbadian beauty, neither side has stepped up to confirm the story behind the tweet. Read More...
Posted 6/20/11 8:22 pm EST by MTV News in Live Blog, Music News, Things That Aren't Hip-Hop ... But Are
Lupe Fiasco is a man who stands firmly behind his words. The outspoken lyricist has decided to take his comments regarding the nations commander in chief President Barack Obama where he called the POTUS a "terrorist," right to the doorsteps of one of media's top political journalists, FOX anchorman Bill O' Reilly and his "The O' Reilly Factor" show. Tonight Fiasco will be a special guest after accepting an invitation to defend his controversial words with O' Reilly on what's guaranteed to be a memorable episode of the syndicated program.
Stick with us during and after the show as we bring you live coverage from the pow wow. Get ready for the "Fiasco Factor!" Read More...
Posted 6/17/11 8:40 pm EST by D.L. Chandler in Things That Aren't Hip-Hop ... But Are
R&B singer Chris Brown has found himself in another Twitter war of words, this time with fellow crooner and Odd Future Wolf Gang member Frank Ocean. The online fracas began when Breezy gave Frank Ocean what seemingly was a compliment earlier today that Ocean took to be an underhanded slight. Read More...
Posted 6/15/11 3:02 pm EST by D.L. Chandler in Things That Aren't Hip-Hop ... But Are
Legendary West Coast rapper, actor and television show producer Ice Cube has joined forces with a Los Angeles –based artwork company that will reproduce personally autographed artwork from Cube, with a portion of the proceeds from the sale of the unique pieces supporting Los Angeles County AIDS and HIV support services nonprofit organization Minority AIDS Project as well.
RareInk – a charity-based company – and Ice Cube have teamed to creatively connect fans closer to their favorite artists with elaborate renderings of Cube’s album covers and photos along with specially selected songs that will be packaged with the original works. In a statement, Ice Cube shared his excitement being RareInk’s first showcased artist. Read More...
Posted 6/15/11 11:32 am EST by MTV News in Interviews, Music News, Things That Aren't Hip-Hop ... But Are
50 Cent sure does know how to keep the media talking. Rapper and film mogul 50 Cent brought his New York swag to the Aruba International Film Festival to premiere his emotional film "Things Fall Apart." The movie was reportedly screened at Paseo Herencia in Aruba with a special appearance from Mr. Curtis Jackson himself. Fif's new movie wasn't the only item on display, as the Queens MC showed off a new look consisting of more hair on his domepiece versus his previous looks. Read More...
Posted 6/13/11 10:50 am EST by MTV News in Interviews, Music News, Things That Aren't Hip-Hop ... But Are
Congratulations to Mark Cuban and the Dallas Mavericks. Last night the new Dallas champs shocked the world when they secured their first Larry O'Brien trophy beating the Miami Heat 105-95. The journey to their first championship has been a long one for NBA Finals MVP Dirk Nowitzki, point guard Jason Kidd and guard Jason Terry. To pour a little salt in the wound, members of the Mavericks including owner Mark Cuban took to Club Liv to further the celebration. Read More...
Posted 6/11/11 6:29 pm EST by D.L. Chandler in Interviews, Things That Aren't Hip-Hop ... But Are
Enigmatic and outspoken, Lupe Fiasco has been lauded for his bold statements regarding hip hop and the world’s social ills over the course of his career. But after harshly criticizing President Barack Obama on CBS News’ “What’s Trending” show by referring to him as the “biggest terrorist,” Fiasco stood behind his sensational comments in a recent chat with Billboard on June 9– and the rapper even took to Twitter to continue his controversial stance. Read More...
Posted 6/8/11 1:35 pm EST by Alvin Blanco in Interviews, Music News, Things That Aren't Hip-Hop ... But Are
One thing Lupe Fiasco always does is speak his mind. On a visit to CBS News’ “What’s Trending” series, the Chicago rapper likened President Obama to a terrorist.
The MC was spotlighted due to his status as an “influencer” and after discussing his many Twitter followers and fans petitioning for the release of his album Lasers, the topic turned to “politically charged” music. Fiasco cringed when the hostess, Shira Lazar said that his politically charge music, like Lasers single “Words I Never Said,” is an anomaly for a pop artist. Read More...
