Pretty self-explanatory. Jeezy’s CTE compilation mixtape BYLUG is out now.
Macklemore & Ryan Lewis Perform On Good Morning America
Macklemore and Ryan Lewis pretty much shut down Good Morning America’s Summer Concert series. Their interview on the show is also included below.
Chris Brown Hit With 1,000 Additional Hours Of Community Service
From TMZ:
Chris Brown just got his ass handed to him in court — the judge sentenced him to 1,000 more hours of community labor after the L.A. County D.A. accused him of fudging his records.
As we reported, the D.A. believes the singer violated his probation in the Rihanna beating case by submitting bogus community service reports — in one case even swearing he was picking up trash in Virginia when he was actually on a private jet to Cancun.
The judge revoked Chris’ probation last month in the wake of hit-and-run allegations, but reinstated it today on the condition Chris completes an additional 1,000 hours of community service.
Think of it like a do-over — because of the discrepancy in Chris’ original labor hours, the singer won’t get ANY credit for service he may or may not have completed since his conviction. Chris was originally sentenced to 180 days of community labor (1,440 hours).
Unlike last time — when the judge said Chris could complete his labor in his home state of Virginia — the judge today ordered that Chris’ service must be supervised by L.A. County officials.
Chris can choose between Caltrans (aka highway cleanup), beach cleanup, probation alternative work services (PAWS), or our personal favorite … graffiti removal.
Chris must also report to a probation officer within the next 48 hours. He did not look happy in court.
The good news … Chris’ probation will finally end in August 2014. One more year to go.
Sparkle Returns To Air Out R. Kelly’s ‘Dirty Laundry’
Most of the young folk may or may not remember this, but R. Kelly used to regularly bang underage chicks (just ask Aaliyah). He eventually got caught up in a pretty ugly legal case with one with left his artist Sparkle in the middle of some serious family matters; if you’re not familiar with what I’m talking about, feel free to get your read on here (or here).
Anyways, a camera and some urine later, Kels gets off the hook. Fast-forward to now, we have the above remix to Kelly Rowland’s single (R. Kelly also remixed this song, interestingly enough). What are your thoughts on this record?
Flatbush Zombies & The Underachievers Perform In Germany
New Yorkers Flatbush Zombies and The Underachievers perform at the Splash! Festival in Gräfenhainichen, Germany.
UPDATE: Chris Fountain (‘Coronation Street’) Fired From Show Over Rape Lyrics
UPDATE: The actor has officially been fired from Coronation Street.
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Coronation Street actor Chris Fountain has been suspended from the ITV soap after a series of internet videos showing him performing a vile rap about rape was posted on YouTube.
The 25-year-old is shown wearing a Halloween mask and using pseudonym The Phantom to spout lyrics about bombing houses and stabbing people in the face with syringes.
In one distasteful clip, Fountain raps about dragging a girl upstairs, and adds: ‘I will **** anybody up in the worst way, rape a b***h on her birthday.’
In another clip the actor performs a stabbing action while he raps: ‘I’m a nasty ****, I will punch you in the face and you look like you’ve been having some acupuncture ’cos my fist is lethal.
‘I’m a ******* hero, you’ve got ******* zero. I’m a mother******* demon, I’ll stab you in the face with a needle.’
Fountain, who finished runner-up in the third series of celebrity skating show Dancing On Ice in 2008, also raps about being fed up with fame as he lounges on a sofa with local rap group the West Yorkshire Cypher.
‘**** with me and you don’t want to risk it, I’ll play you like a board game. I’m bored of fame so I’m taking the rap game, remember the name, it’s ******* Phantom,’ he raps.
Last night a spokesman for support service Rape Crisis said: ‘This is yet another shocking example of the hatred directed towards women by some men.
An ITV spokesman said: ‘ITV finds the language used and the views expressed in this video totally unacceptable. Chris Fountain has been suspended pending further inquiries into this matter.’
Last night Fountain issued a statement in which he said: ‘I would like to sincerely apologise for any offence I have caused. I am deeply ashamed by the lyrics and very much regret my behaviour. The videos were made over a year ago when I was experimenting with music and I’ve not done anything like it since and nor will I.’
The former Hollyoaks star has changed his YouTube privacy settings to try to ensure the five videos – already seen by thousands – can no longer be viewed.
ALBUM STREAM: @Ladi6 – Automatic
Just wanted to express someone I was listening to heavily as of late. New Zealand artist Ladi6’s Automatic is pure Urban Soul and definitely worth the price for those looking for good music; even better, you can stream the entire album before you purchase. Everything is included below.
@AbigailWyles – Mantra (Video)
Abigail Wyles is a new, unquestionably talented female artist. A London based singer-songwriter with natural musicality and an intuitive sense of melody from a very early age. ‘Mantra’ is her debut release on MTA Records this summer.
Along with her long time cohort, production partner and instrumentalist Holly Simpson, Abigail is crafting something very special indeed; a self-crafted sound that takes influence from singer songwriters whom she wholeheartedly admires – Marvin Gaye and Kate Bush to name a couple. With some honest, powerful music from the likes of Nina Simone, Fleetwood Mac and The Eurhythmics thrown into the mix, what the pair create for 2013 and beyond, is original, modern pop music — a sound that’s both dynamic and haunting in equal measure.
Holly and Abigail’s production develops around piano based melodies, crafting a unique soundscape, layering harmonies and live instrumentation with Abigail’s enigmatic voice leading the way. Indicative of their production style is ‘Mantra’ — a beautiful song that gently draws you in and swirls around your head and heart until it encapsulates you entirely.If the debut offering is anything to go by, Abigail Wyles is 100% a name to watch in the coming months.
Kidd Kidd – Everyday (Video)
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Presumably from Kidd Kidd’s upcoming Street Fame mixtape.
RaVaughn Sings National Anthem at Dodger Stadium
Late pass, but singer Ravaughn performed the National Anthem at Dodger Stadium recently.
UPDATE: Miley Cyrus Announces New Album Title, Release Date
UPDATE: Her release date is October 8th, as revealed through her Twitter.
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BANGERZ. From MTV (where you can read even more):
Nearly one month ago, Cyrus — inspired by Jay-Z’s epic Twitter Q&A — promised followers that when she hit 13 million followers (her lucky digits) she would reveal the title of her Can’t Be Tamed followup. After weeks and weeks of amassing followers, that day has come.
BANGERZ has yet to get a release date, but Cyrus has said she’s so pumped about the record, she’s considered leaking it online. “I scare my label all the time, because I just want my whole record out right now. I’m ready for people to hear it,” she told 4Music.
Shortly following Cyrus’ album reveal, the title track of the album, “Bangerz” allegedly leaked, reportedly featuring none other than Britney Spears. In the nine-second snippet a male voice repeats, “Strut that stuff” while Cyrus chimes in saying “F*** Bangerz” over an up-tempo-heavy beat.
Louis Blaise (@MrLBlaise) – Marilyn Monroe (Lyric Video)
Louis Blaise gets creative in this lyric video for his latest tune, ‘Marilyn Monroe’.
Jae Millz Feat. Vado – Guy Fisher
Another leak from Jae Millz’ Reality Of The Situation. Produced by araabMUZIK.
@JustPUK – Change of Scenery (Video)
London based Hip Hop artist, Just P, has released the official music video to his latest track, Change of Scenery. The track features a soft, key based instrumental which, was produced by talented producer Smiley Smuggler, and P uses to make a track about going on holiday to escape his stresses. The cinematic video was directed by talented UK emcee Ruthless and was partly shot by P in Stuttgart, Germany.
The song has been taken from Just P’s impending release, Try And Stop Me, which features a host of talented UK producers and a wide variation in tracks.
TRAILER: Juicy J – Stay Trippy
Stay Trippy drops August 27th. You can preorder the album on iTunes.
Rick Ross Performs At Reebok Classic Concert In Las Vegas
Rick Ross performs #FuckWithMeYouKnowIGotIt @ Reebok Classic concert in Las Vegas. Also in attendance at the event held at Rain was Swizz Beatz, French Montana, Stalley, Tyga, Travis Scott, Travis Barker and more. Afterwards, Ciroc Amaretto #BlackGold presents MMG x Reebok private suite party.
BEHIND THE SCENES: Robin Thicke Feat. Kendrick Lamar & 2 Chainz – Give It 2 U
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MTV went behind the scenes for Robin Thicke’s latest visual, where he gets to hang with hot chicks that aren’t his wife (hey, she gets to have nude makeout scenes with Denzel anyway). The visual is out now on MTV.
Tech N9ne – Believe (Video)
Tech N9ne takes the viewer into his incredible live act for his latest visual. Something Else out now.
Blizzard (@IamBlizzard) – Don’t Flop Freestyle (Video)
Blizzard spits bars for Don’t Flop over Ruckspin and Jack Sparrow’s ‘After Time’.
YG Feat. TeeFlii – Sprung (Video)
Directed By Jonathan Andrade for BLKDMNDS. Just Re’d Up 2 is out now.
Rap-A-Lot Signs Distribution Deal With RED; New Bun B Album Coming This October
Rap-A-Lot Records has signed a multi-year agreement with SONY Red for physical.digital distribution in the U.S.and Canada.
The house that James Prince built and the Geto Boys helped usher into national acclaim has been in existence since 1986. Prince views the deal as progression for a label that has experienced financial woes for years:
“It’s an honor to be in business with RED Distribution. I’m looking forward to working with Bob Morelli and Alan Becker and merging the experienced staffs to create a lot more success in the industry.”
Rap-A-Lot Records artist and hip hop legend Bun B will release the first Rap-A-Lot project with SONY Red in October. His upcoming album is reportedly called Trill 4 Life and features guest appearances from Rick Ross and 2 Chainz.
RED President Bob Morelli spoke on the deal:
“James Prince and Rap-A-Lot have made a mark as one of the most significant imprints in the history of rap music. With the incredible catalog and new Bun B album coming in October, we are well positioned for a great new chapter in the Rap-A-Lot story.”
What It Takes To Be A Brooklyn MC, By Nitty Scott, MC
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Continuing with MTV’s Brooklyn-oriented series leading up to the VMAs (which goes down at the Barclays Center).
Astro – Showoff Radio Freestyle
Brooklyn’s child prodigy Astro dropped by the Shade 45 studios last week to kick it with Statik Selektah and the Showoff Radio crew. Of course Statik had to get the young man Astro to show and prove.