Black Flag is out now.
UPDATE: Chris Brown Charged With Hit-And-Run; Judge Revokes Probation
UPDATE (Fox News):
A judge revoked Chris Brown’s probation on Monday after reviewing the details of an alleged hit-and-run accident involving the singer and his behavior afterward. However, the singer was not ordered to jail.
Brown, who came to court with a group of family members, appeared downcast as he sat with his arms across his chest and his head down on the counsel table while his lawyer and a prosecutor went to the judge’s chambers to discuss the case.
When they emerged, Superior Court Judge James Brandlin said he had read the file.
“In this matter, probation is revoked,” he said.Brown’s lawyer, Mark Geragos, suggested that perhaps the matter will be resolved informally without a major probation hearing. He said the hit-and-run case would be back in court in Van Nuys on July 23.
Deputy District Attorney Mary Murray did not ask for Brown to be jailed, and the judge allowed him to remain free on his own recognizance.
Another hearing is set for Aug. 16.
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Above, Chris Brown responds to the charges. Below, from TMZ:
We’ve learned the L.A. City Attorney has filed 2 criminal charges against Brown, in connection with a minor accident last month where Chris rear-ended a Mercedes and allegedly refused to fork over his driver’s license number and gave bogus insurance info and then left the scene.
The City Attorney has charged Chris with hit-and-run — for leaving the scene without exchanging proper information. He’s also been charged with the crime of driving without a valid license. The crimes are punishable by a maximum of 6 months in jail for each offense.
We’ve also learned the City Attorney will refer the matter to the L.A. County D.A. for a possible probation violation in the Rihanna beating case. Worst case scenario — if the judge in that case concludes Chris broke the law and thereby violated his probation, he could be sentenced to prison for 4 years.
Leader of Mexico’s Drug Cartel Captured (Video)
From Fox News:
The notoriously brutal leader of Mexico’s feared Zetas drug cartel was captured in a pickup truck near the border city of Nuevo Laredo Monday, officials said, in what is the first major blow against an organized crime leader by a Mexican administration struggling to drive down persistently high levels of violence.
Miguel Angel Trevino Morales, 40, was also found with $2 million in cash as he was captured by Mexican Marines on a dirt road in the countryside outside of Nuevo Laredo, a city opposite the Texas border which has long served as the Zetas’ base of operations. The truck was halted by a Marine helicopter and Trevino Morales was taken into custody along with a bodyguard and an accountant and eight guns, government spokesman Eduardo Sanchez told reporters.
Sanchez said the Marines had been watching rural roads between the Texas border states of Coahuila, Nuevo Leon and Tamaulipas for signs of Trevino Morales, who is charged with murder, torture, kidnapping and other crimes.
The Zetas leader and his alleged accomplices were flown to Mexico City, where they are expected to eventually be tried in a closed system that usually takes years to prosecute cases, particularly high-profile ones.
“The Drug Enforcement Administration congratulates the Government of Mexico on the arrest of Miguel Trevino Morales,” the DEA said in a statement released Tuesday. “Trevino Morales is of one of the most significant Mexican cartel leaders to be apprehended in several years and DEA will continue to support the Government of Mexico as it forges ahead in disrupting and dismantling drug trafficking organizations.”
Run The Jewels (El-P & Killer Mike) – 36″ Chain (Video); Upcoming Tour Dates
The debut video from El-P & Killer Mike’s new album, Run the Jewels.
Run The Jewels is El-P and Killer Mike, and the 3rd member is arguably Mr. Killums – the deviant rodent-star of El-P’s last 2 videos – who’s kidnapped in the clip below. It’s equal parts Charles Bronson in “Deathwish” and LL Cool J circa “I’m Bad,” as El and Mike brutally (and questionably) fight to rescue their furry, demented companion. Andrew WK, Amber Tamblyn and more partake in this heartwarming tale of friendship, family values and redemption.
Directed by Timothy Saccenti
Produced by GAREN!
Grab Run The Jewels’ debut album on Fool’s Gold as a free download (and deluxe physical version) and catch all 3 of them on the road this summer.
http://www.foolsgoldrecs.com/runtheje…
Run The Jewels Tour Dates:
Jul 10: Ottawa, ON — Ottawa Blues Fest
Jul 11: Toronto, ON — The Hoxton
Jul 12: Mariaville, NY — Camp Bisco
Jul 13: Pittsburgh, PA — Altar
Jul 14: Louisville, KY — Forecastle Festival
Jul 16: Nashville, TN — Exit Inn
Jul 17: St. Louis, MO — Firebird
Jul 18: Iowa City, IA — Gabes
Jul 19: Minneapolis, MN — Varsity Theatre
Jul 20: Madison, WI — Memorial Union
Jul 21: Chicago, IL — Pitchfork Music Festival
Jul 24: Edmonton, AB — Starlite Room
Jul 25: Calgary, AB — The Republik
Jul 26: Vancouver, BC — Biltmore Cabaret
Jul 27: Seattle, WA — Capitol Hill Block Party
Jul 28: Portland, OR — Hawthorne Theatre
Jul 30: San Francisco, CA — The Independent
Jul 31: San Francisco, CA — The Independent
Aug 01: Los Angeles, CA -The Echoplex
Aug 02: Santa Ana, CA — The Observatory
Aug 03: Phoenix, AZ — The Crescent Ballroom
Aug 04: Albuquerque, NM — Sister Bar
Aug 05: Austin, TX — The Mohawk
Aug 06: Baton Rouge, LA — Spanish Moon
Aug 07: Atlanta, GA — Masquerade
Aug 08: Asheville, NC — The Orange Peel
Aug 09: Carrboro, NC — Cat’s Cradle
Aug 10: Washington, DC — 9:30 Club
Aug 12: Philadelphia, PA — Union Transfer
Aug 13: Boston, MA — Paradise
Aug 14: New York, NY — Webster Hall
The Kid Daytona – Escargot
What up yall! Still out here in France working on records, doing shows and just straight up living life… This was a record I recorded on the spot over the music of composer Daniel Janin. The music and my surroundings was the inspiration for this.. A little hold over until my next project “Savoir Faire” recorded entirely over the music from French producers. Enjoy yall… Peace! – THe Kid Daytona
BEHIND THE SCENES: Lil’ Wayne – God Bless Amerika (Video)
Derick G releases some exclusive behind the scenes footage of Lil’ Wayne’s latest visual.
Jay-Z Reveals ‘Magna Carta Holy Grail’ European Tour Dates
For the month of October, Jay-Z will be taking over Europe with his upcoming tour in support of the recently released Magna Carta… Holy Grail. You can check out the dates below (I will definitely be there for one of them).
Hov is currently touring with Justin Timberlake for Legends Of The Summer.
October 3 – Manchester, UK – Manchester Arena
October 4 – Manchester, UK – Manchester Arena
October 6 – Dublin, Ireland – O2 Arena
October 8 – UK, Birmingham NIA Arena
October 10 – London, UK – O2 Arena
October 11 – London, UK – O2 Arena
October 12 – London, UK – O2 Arena
October 14 – London, UK – O2 Arena (Birmingham NIA)
October 15 – London, UK – O2 Arena (Leeds/Newcastle/ Sheffield Arena)
October 17 – Paris, France – Bercy
October 18 – Paris, France – Bercy
October 20 – Zurich, Switzerland – Hallenstadion
October 21 – Antwerp, Belgium – Sportpaleis
October 23 – Oslo, Norway – Spektrum
October 25 – Stockholm, Sweden – Globe
October 27 – Hamburg, Germany – O2 World
October 28 – Cologne, Germany – Lanxess Arena
October 29 – Amsterdam, Netherlands – Ziggo Dome
Ashanti Plays Celebrity Softball In New York (Video)
Taco Bell hosted the All-Star Legends & Celebrity Softball Game at Citi Field in New York this past Monday, and sexy ass Ashanti was one of the celebrities that participated. You can check out a full recap here.
Stevie Wonder Boycotts Florida, Any States Carrying The ‘Stand Your Ground’ Law
While performing in Quebec City on July 14th 2013, Stevie Wonder reacts to the not-guilty verdict in the George Zimmerman trial that followed the shooting of Trayvon Martin. He declares he will not perform in Florida as long as the Stand-your-ground law isn’t revoked there, or anywhere else in the world with such a law. – Charles Savard-Daigle
Diplo Feat. Mike Posner, Boaz Van De Beatz & Riff Raff – Crown
This gift is a thanks from Diplo for helping him reach a million followers on Twitter. Does this count as an uncredited Riff Raff appearance?
The Ladies From ‘The Real’ Visit Hot 97
There are really too many topics to name here in this interview (the most interesting one is probably sex), but the beautiful ladies of The Real visited Hot 97 to chill with Old Man Ebro.
ALBUM STREAM: Kevin Gates – Stranger Than Fiction
Just what I needed for my Tuesday; those who don’t know about Louisiana emcee Kevin Gates gets to listen to his latest project — Stranger Than Fiction — for free.99 before they buy (it’s on iTunes). Juicy J, Migos, Wiz Khalifa and more make up the features list as well.
You can check out the full stream below.
Sheila D. Yeah “Feels Alright”
Sheila D drops a new feel good record for the summer, produced by Murder Mark. I was just thinking this will be a dope video and it is set to drop next Monday. #Kamikazicomeup set to drop on August 8 and you can check out the artwork below.
Phil Ade – Philluminati
I assume that this new gem (a take on J. Cole’s intro from Born Sinner) is to continue to build anticipation for Phil Adé’s R.O.S.E. project.
B.o.B – Put On (Freestyle)
B.o.B shows out on Young Jeezy’s shit. I might have to keep this one on repeat.
Papoose – Versace Freestyle
Papoose becomes the next one up to rap over the ‘Versace’ instrumental. I don’t even know who’s song it was originally anymore.
Nick Cannon On The Breakfast Club
Nick Cannon returns to The Breakfast Club to speak on the new Wild N Out (which I hope gets funny again), his wife Mariah, Kim Kardashian and more.
Beyoncé “Bow Down” In Houston; New Video Teaser
Beyonce was in her hometown last night on the Mrs. Carter Tour at the Toyota Center. Above, she gave a live performance of her single “Bow Down”. The official video is apparently also on the way, as can be seen from her new teaser, taken from her website (you can check it out below).
Trayvon Martin Protesters In Los Angeles (Live Stream)
Currently in progress. From The Huffington Post:
The LA Times reported that protestors threw batteries and rocks at LAPD near the corner of Washington Boulevard and 10th Avenue. KNBC spoke to protesters who claimed rubber bullets were used against them and Cannick has been tweeting about use of rubber bullets. Shortly after midnight on Sunday morning, KNX1070 reporter Claudia Peschiutta said she was hit by a rubber bullet. LAPD has yet to confirm what type of non-lethal rounds were used, but both the Times and KNBC have reported the use of bean bags.
Hit The Floor – Episode 8
If you missed tonight’s episode of VH1′s new show Hit The Floor, then you can watch the full episode on the next page.
Earl Sweatshirt x Vince Staples & Casey Veggies – Hive (Video)
Earl Sweatshirt drops off his visual for a record with Vince Staples & Casey Veggies off his upcoming album Doris which is set to drop on August 20th.