Chingy tried. He really did.
::turns on Yeezus::
Ras Kass & Monie Love – Sometimes
Once upon a time, Ras Kass was one of my favorite rappers of all time, and songs like this are a good example of why. Enjoy his latest collaboration with Movie Love, taken from Sir Jinx’ latest compilation Landminds.
Azealia Banks Feat. Pharrell – ATM Jam (Live At Glastonbury 2013)
This song was premiered during Azealia Banks’ performance at this year’s Glastonbury Festival; you can check out her full set here.
The Square Cypher: @GrimeyNovelist, @ArtistFaultsz, @DeeJillz, @Streema_, @Elfisworld & @SyderNotStryder
South East London’s finest have come together to form The Square; above, the group goes in with some serious Grime over a soundbed courtesy of group member Novelist.
Jones Brothers (@JokerStarr & @AnywayThaGod) – I Get Money (Gettin’ Paper) (Video)
The newest visual from JokerStarr and AnyWay for ‘I Get Money’, produced by Wizard Beats.
Reverend Al Sharpton Scores A Book Deal…..With Cash Money Records
Somehow, this seems fitting. From HipHopDX:
The Reverend Al Sharpton and Cash Money agree to a book deal for Sharpton’s “The Rejected Stone.”
Sharpton told The Associated Press on Thursday that the book, titled The Reject Stone, would include his thoughts on Lil Wayne and other rappers and that he was anxious to have a positive dialogue.
The Reject Stone is due out on October 8 and will track Sharpton’s progress from “personal evolution” to New York street activist to political candidate, civil rights spokesman and television host.
@RaggoZuluRebel – Dangerous/Look (Video)
New visual from Raggo Zulu Rebel, courtesy of Chiba Visuals.
Mark Morrison (@_markmorrison) – I Am What I Am (Video)
The long awaited return from Mark Morrison. A hugely soulful ballad of self belief with visuals to match – the ‘King Of British R&B’ is back!
@Sneakbo Is ‘On A Wave In Napa’
Mr. Jet Ski Wave drops a vlog of sorts of his exploits in Ayia Napa.
COIN – Honey (Video)
Check out some indie Pop straight outta Nashville, with COIN’s latest visual for their single ‘Honey’.
Beyonce Brings The Mrs. Carter World Tour To L.A.
The Mrs. Carter Show makes a stop at the BET Experience for BET Awards Weekend, and we now have various clips of what went down at the Staples Center. Additional clips below.
Mindless Behavior Performs At BET Experience In L.A.
Below, Mindless Behavior performs their hit ‘Keep Her On The Low’ at the BET Experience in L.A., which serves as a precursor to tonight’s BET Awards.
Lady Gaga Gives Speech, Performs National Anthem At New York City Pride
This is, of course, a large response to the recent strike-down of the Defence of Marriage Act, effectively allowing anyone to marry, regardless of the couple’s sexual gender or classification.
Lady Gaga [gives a] speech & [sings] a spectacular rendition of the National Anthem [below] at Pier 26 on Friday June 28, 2013. So proud to be a Little Monster! She’s truly an amazing idol.
Envy (@EnvyMusicNo) – Am I Wrong (Video)
Check out the new visual from Oslo’s Envy for ‘Am I Wrong‘ above.
Because I’m already super late, you can check out Nico Sereba & Vincent ´Vinz´ Dery’s break down on the meaning behind ‘Am I Wrong’ (assuming, of course, you know Norwegian).
Jay-Z Reveals Lyrics For ‘La Familia’
Jay-Z reveals the lyrics to ‘La Familia’ off his upcoming album Magna Carta Holy Grail. Check them out below.
Jermaine Dupri’s Tax Troubles Get Worse
JD’s money troubles reportedly just took another step in the wrong direction, thanks to the IRS. From TMZ:
Uncle Sam just slapped the hip-hop mogul with a giant tax bill … to the tune of $800,000.
According to two separate tax liens filed by the IRS (everyone’s fav government agency) … Dupri needs to cough up tax dough from the years 2008, 2010 and 2011. Here’s the breakdown:
2008: $646.47
2010: $140,889.76
2011: $657,156.12Grand total allegedly owed — $798,692.35.
Calls to Jermaine’s reps have not been returned.
Benny Benassi Feat. John Legend – Dance the Pain Away (Video)
Benny Benassi let’s go of the visual to his recently release single with John Legend, ‘Dance The Pain Away’.
Kanye West & OG Ron C – Yeezus (Chopped Not Slopped)
We posted a chopped and screwed mix of Yeezus already, but it doesn’t hold a candle to what OG Ron C’s coming with. Check out his ‘Chopped, Not Slopped’ version of Yeezus below.
Rizzle Kicks Performs At Glastonbury 2013
Rizzle Kicks performs ‘Down With The Trumpets’ at this year’s Glastonbury Festival in the UK. Below, you can check out a couple of interviews from their time at the festival.
Professor Green Performs At Glastonbury 2013
Professor Green closes out his set with a rousing performance of ‘Read All About It’ (sans Emeli Sande, unfortunately) at this year’s Glastonbury Festival in the UK.
Major Lazer Performs At Glastonbury 2013
Major Lazer performs ‘Get Free’ at this year’s Glastonbury Festival.
Dizzee Rascal Performs At Glastonbury 2013
Dizzee Rascal performs ‘Bonkers’ at this year’s Glastonbury Festival in the UK.
Diplo Performs At Glastonbury 2013 (Audio)
Check out Diplo’s full set (only the audio, sorry) at this year’s Glastonbury Festival below.
Zane Lowe Performs At Glastonbury 2013
Check out some fan footage of Zane Lowe’s set during this year’s Glastonbury Festival. Not the most riveting footage, but hey.