Waka Flocka had the UK turnt up with his performance of ‘Hard In Da Paint’ (above) and ‘Grove St. Party’ (below) at this year’s Wireless Festival.
Rich Homie Quan – Type Of Way (Video)
MTV premiers Quan’s hit “Type Of Way”, directed by Motion Family.
Jay-Z & Justin Timberlake “Holy Grail” At Wireless Festival
The day before, Justin brought out Jay, so it was only right that Jay brought out Justin during his set last night for a live performance of Holy Grail (taken from Magna Carta Holy Grail).
Fifth Harmony Performs At Common Ground Music Festival
Michigan was the place to be (not really) when girl group Fifth Harmony showed up for the tween fans in attendance. I’m not even about to elaborate further; just check out the clips.
Young Jeezy “It’s A Cold World (A Tribute To Trayvon Martin)”
Yesterday, George Zimmerman was found not guilty for second degree murder of Trayvon Martin. So Young Jeezy heads into the studio and shares his thought on this new track.
I am in no way shape, form, or fashion am trying to capitalize off of the latest series of events. These are my true feelings and my form of expression about it.
Kanye West + A.P.C. 2013 Capsule Collection (Photos)
Kanye West and A.P.C. have revealed official photos from their collaborative A.P.C. Kanye Capsule Collection. The limited mens line consists of minimalistic pieces ranging from two pairs of Japanese selvedge denim, two basic long sleeve hoodies, three t-shirts including one featuring a BEEN TRILL graphic, and one short-sleeved hoody which we seen Kanye spotted in last week.
Available now on A.P.C.’s online store in Europe, the collection releases on A.P.C. USA at 10 a.m. EST today.
John Legend Covers Uptown Magazine
You can check out more over at the magazine’s website.
On the eve of the release of his latest work, Love in the Future, Legend talks to UPTOWN about being “competitive,” the ugly rumors surrounding him and Teigen and their upcoming nuptials, his close relationship with West, how being a child of divorce still affects him today, and why he believes that the American education crisis is the civil rights issue of our time.
Propain – Ridin Slab (Mixtape)
Houston Propain drops his latest mixtape, complete with co-sign features from Slim Thug, Kirko Bangz, Z-Ro, Lil’ Keke and more. Stream, tracklist and download link below.
Domo Genesis Feat. Freddie Gibbs & Hodgy Beats – Tesla (Prod. Alchemist)
Alchemist got a snapback (above, you can check out more here), and, in celebration, dropped a 3-track EP. The below track is on said EP (you can check out all songs on SSUR’s SoundCloud).
Ace Hood Feat. Chris Brown – Rider
Another leak from Ace Hood’s upcoming album, Trials & Tribulations, which drops Tuesday. I’m guessing from this stream that the leak has officially been sprung.
Chanel West Coast – Now You Know (Mixtape)
I probably won’t be listening to very much of this, but Chanel West Coast (who is currently signed to YMCMB) has dropped her new mixtape Now You Know, which features French Montana, Ty Dolla $ign, Snoop Dogg, Honey Cocaine and more. Stream, tracklist and download link below.
Ciara & Future Perform On ‘Jimmy Fallon’
Ciara and beau Future stopped through Late Night with Jimmy Fallon to perform ‘Body Party (Remix)’. The Roots handled backing duties as usual.
Young Summer – Waves That Rolled You Under (Lyric Video)
Young Summer’s latest — Fever Dream EP — is available now on iTunes.
Jeremie Whistler – Cold Heart (Video)
Directed by Rémy Disch. ‘Cold Heart’ is available for free download here.
Peter Rosenberg – Xclusives Zone Interview
Hot 97′s Peter Rosenberg will be celebrating his birthday by putting together a concert called #PeterPalooza on July 20th at the Williamsburg Park in Brooklyn. It will feature performances from Meek Mill, Schoolboy Q, Odd Future and World’s Fair. Earlier today, we got the chance to chop it up with Peter Rosenberg. He talks about #PeterPalooza, his relationship with the artists performing, his thoughts on the recent album releases and his upcoming projects.
Brother Ali & Immortal Technique Announce Upcoming Tour
The dates for what is dubbed the War & Peace tour are below, which runs through September and OCtober of this year.
Bodega Bamz – This Is 50 Interview
Thisis50 & Young Jack Thriller recently spoke with Bodega Bamz for an exclusive interview!
Bodega Bamz spits a dope freestyle, being from Spanish Harlem, calls Jack Thriller a legend, where his names comes from, his style of rap & much more!
FILM TRAILER: I’m In Love With A Church Girl (Starring Ja Rule, Adrienne Bailon & More)
Good to see Ja Rule back in effect (not sure when this was filmed, though).
Inspired by a true story, a successful entrepreneur haunted by a criminal past finds faith and redemption when God puts a woman in his life.
Kid Ink Performs In Sacramento
During a tour stop in Sacramento, Kid Ink fell through The Assembly in late June and set out to give his supporters a memorable show. The L.A. rapper commanded the stage, performed “Bad Ass“, “Money and the Power”, I Just Want it All” among others and showed love to his fans by signing hats during his performance while on stage. – 2DBZ
ARTWORK: Shawn Chrystopher – The Lovestory LP
Shawn Chrys’ latest — which is executive produced by Timbaland — drops July 23rd.