Tyrese Passes Out In D.C. Nightclub

August 24, 2013 JUKEBOXDC Staff News No Comments



Thank u to everyone for ur continued prayers and support.. @tyrese is recovering. It's bigger than music. Luv..
— Tank (@TheRealTank) August 24, 2013

UPDATE: Tank tweeted that Tyrese is recovering…..we still don’t know the exact cause as of yet.

Tyrese was in D.C. yesterday on a promo run for his new album with his supergroup TGT….during a party at Park, Tyrese inexplicably passed out (reportedly while partying to JAY Z’s ‘Tom Ford’, no less). Check out some footage from two users instagram pages.

Who Makes Up Kanye West’s DONDA Creative Firm?

August 24, 2013 JUKEBOXDC Staff News No Comments

Luckily (or not really, as you will see), VIBE had asked this very question…..in a recent feature centering on West, they made some respectable efforts to get some first-hand information on DONDA (who has made album artwork such as Big Sean’s Hall Of Fame, Lil’ Wayne’s I Am Not A Human Being 2 and both of 2 Chainz’ albums) and who exactly makes up the company:

Following West’s lead, the DONDA collective hasn’t done interviews regarding their affiliation. LinkedIn profiles and liner notes help piece together a rough masthead, but there’s no clear consensus on who’s involved. One source suggested finding Virgil Abloh because “he is DONDA.”

Abloh’s credited title has varied from head creative director to art director for DONDA. It’s easy to see why the Chicago native and former architect would be Kanye’s right-hand man when it comes to DONDA. Abloh has the holier-than-thou hipster vibe down cold. He’s a Birkin-bag-carrying dude who owns a clothing boutique that sells $200 T-shirts. He drops obscure style references, like waxing poetic about the genius of German industrial designer Dieter Rams.

The rest of the DONDA stable is virtually anonymous. And West has a tradition of cobbling together a rotating cast of collaborators, which makes it tough to distinguish who’s actually part of the core clique. Liner notes on Yeezus list Joe Perez as DONDA graphic designer and Justin Saunders as art director. Those who are believed to have worked with the company consistently include West’s longtime barber and style consultant Ibn Jasper, art directors Matthew Williams and Guido Callarelli and graphic designers Nathaniel Brown and Alex Milsom. Perez declined to be interviewed, and the others did not respond to requests. Before Abloh could even be contacted, he sent a pre-emptive refusal: “We appreciate the interest, but our staff is not doing interviews at the moment. If our stance changes, we will be in touch.”

You can read plenty more at VIBE.

50 Cent Loses Lawsuit With Sleek Audio; Cries Racism

August 24, 2013 JUKEBOXDC Staff News No Comments

From TMZ:

50 Cent says he got SCREWED in court recently because the judge was a rap-hating RACIST … and now he wants the allegedly bias ruling overturned … this according to court docs.

Earlier this year 50 and company called Sleek Audio were embroiled in a bitter lawsuit. 50 claimed Sleek owed him over $261,000. Sleek said otherwise. The case went to arbitration — a binding process in which an arbitrator picks the winner.

Bad news for 50, the arbitrator sided with Sleek (the final $$$ judgement was kept under wraps).

But 50 refuses to go gently into that good night … and is taking the battle to federal court — claiming the arbitration judge discriminated against him because he’s black, associates with controversial African-American figures AND because he’s a high profile rap artist.

Specifically … 50 says the bias ran so deep the judge didn’t allow him to cross-examine witnesses and refused to look at evidence pertaining to the case. Pretty bold claims.

He wants the award axed ASAP and is asking for a new hearing … where he says he’ll prove the judge was out to get him from the get go.

Sleek fired back too … claiming 50’s allegations of racism are a desperate attempt to avoid the arbitration decision and get it brought before an actual court.

Beyonce Shoots A Music Video (With JAY Z) In Miami

August 24, 2013 JUKEBOXDC Staff News 1 Comment

Everyone is saying that we’ll be seeing a Beyonce album this November, so it does make sense to spot a sighting of the R&B rock star shooting a visual. She was recently in Miami with hubby Hov and was cool enough to take pictures with apparently surprised fans; you can check out a few pics below.

BEEF: Kim Kardashian Vs. Katie Couric

August 24, 2013 JUKEBOXDC Staff News No Comments

From TMZ:

Katie Couric insists her baby gift to Kim Kardashian and Kanye West was not a fake Hollywood gesture — and says her comments about Kim’s family were taken out of context.

Kim put Katie on blast today when she Instagrammed a pic of Katie’s gift and card with the hashtag #IHateFakeMediaFriends.

Kim was pissed because Katie recently said in an interview that she didn’t understand why the Kardashians are famous.

Now Katie’s explaining the comment, saying … “I’ve met Kim before and I think she’s a really sweet person. I was responding to a reporter’s question, and explaining how I’m intrigued by the public’s fascination with her family.”

She added, “I didn’t mean to hurt her feelings.”

As for the gift, Katie says … “The gift is genuine, and I’m happy for Kim and Kanye.”

BEEF: Lady Gaga Vs. Perez Hilton Vs. Bill Werde

August 24, 2013 JUKEBOXDC Staff News No Comments

UPDATE: It got uglier (Credit: That Grape Juice).

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Friends become enemies. Lady Gaga has recently come out to say that former buddy Perez Hilton has — along with Madonna? — been bullying her through text, among other things. Perez Hilton has since responded:

“My heart hurts that my former very good friend Lady GaGa, a person I used to call my “wifey” and traveled the world with, is making very public and very untrue allegations about me on Twitter. While it is still too painful for me to go into detail about why I chose to no longer make her a part of my life, I will say that I am a critic and not a stalker. Any allegation that I am stalking her is utterly false, defamatory and now appear to be putting me in danger. I will continue to be a critic – in a way that is not mean or involves name-calling, and I will continue to have an opinion and talk about music and songs, like GaGa’s “Applause”. As the suggestion that I pose a danger to GaGa is preposterous, if fans want to send a message of support to her, they should buy her music instead of sending me death threats.” – Perez Hilton

In related news, Lady Gaga has also been accused of boosting the YouTube views for her recent clip ‘Applause’ (which itself has been polarizing among fans)….from IB Times:

In a Twitter rant Tuesday night, Bill Werde, editorial director of Billboard, accused her of allegedly trying to better her views on YouTube’s music-video viewing site VEVO for her new single, “Applause.” The rant began after Gaga (real name: Stefani Germanotta) sent out a to-do list message to her 39.7 million followers on Twitter, asking fans to watch and share her latest music video.

“An artist tweeting out and Facebooking a link that enables a fan to hit play and leave their computer is not the spirit of why we chart,” tweeted Werde. “I just hate it when anyone tries to game the charts, be it fans or artists. It’s not in the spirit of what we do, celebrating success,” he added.

Werde claims he wasn’t slamming self-promotion but rather the link allegedly allowing “playlisting” (the act of “watching” the same video multiple times) and the subsequent fiscal benefits YouTube loses from the scamming technique. According to his tweets, a YouTube anti-spam tech was going to check the playlisting accusations and related views Wednesday morning.

Chris Brown Hit With 1,000 Additional Hours Of Community Service

August 24, 2013 JUKEBOXDC Staff News No Comments

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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.

UPDATE: Chris Fountain (‘Coronation Street’) Fired From Show Over Rape Lyrics

August 24, 2013 JUKEBOXDC Staff News No Comments

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.

UPDATE: Miley Cyrus Announces New Album Title, Release Date

August 24, 2013 JUKEBOXDC Staff News No Comments

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.

Rap-A-Lot Signs Distribution Deal With RED; New Bun B Album Coming This October

August 24, 2013 JUKEBOXDC Staff News No Comments

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.”

Kanye West Reveals North West On Kris Jenner’s Show (PIC)

August 23, 2013 JUKEBOXDC Staff News 1 Comment

Kanye West appeared on his mother-in-law’s show Kris Jenner today and while on the show he reveal his daughter’s picture to the world for the first time.

ARTWORK/TRACKLISTING: Black Milk – No Poison No Paradise

August 23, 2013 JUKEBOXDC Staff News No Comments

Black Milk’s No Poison No Paradise drops October 15th (preorder here). Don’t forget: he’ll be heading on tour as well. Check out the tracklisting below.

01 Interpret Sabotage f. Mel
02 Deion’s House
03 Codes & Cab Fare f. Black Thought
04 Ghetto Demf f. Quelle Chris
05 Sonny Jr. (Dreams) f. Robert Glasper & Dwele
06 Sunday’s Best
07 Monday’s Worst
08 Perfected on Puritan Ave.
09 Dismal
10 Parallels f. Ab
11 X Chords
12 Black Sabbath f. Tone Trezure
13 Money Bags (Paradise)

Pusha T Reveals A New Release Date For ‘My Name Is My Name’

August 23, 2013 JUKEBOXDC Staff News No Comments

October 8th is now the official date for Pusha T’s upcoming album (as revealed during a recent MTV RapFix appearance). I hope this brother doesn’t flop.

Marvin Gaye’s Family Turned Down Robin Thicke’s Six-Figure Offer

August 23, 2013 JUKEBOXDC Staff News No Comments

This is beginning to get ugly.

You can read the whole story on Billboard, but apparently, Robin Thicke offered a reported six-figure sum to the family of Marvin Gaye to settle accusations that Thicke, Pharrell Williams and T.I.’s ‘Blurred Lines’ is a complete rip-off of Gaye’s music (George Clinton’s music has also been thrown in this hat). A lawsuit has already been filed in an attempt to legally shut down any legal attempts to take credit for the single, which is currently selling serious units and topping charts (for those that have been hiding under a rock).

For the record, Robin Thicke has already admitted that artists like Marvin Gaye have inspired his music….but do you think that anyone has a right to take credit away from Thicke and Pharrell for ‘Blurred Lines’?

SNEAK PEEK: A$AP Rocky & Rihanna Filming Music Video….

August 23, 2013 JUKEBOXDC Staff News No Comments

….at least that’s what we think. These pictures (in Manhattan, NYC) have also spawned rumors of a more-than-friends relationship between the two. I suppose time will tell on all counts.

TWITTER BEEF: Wale Vs. David Otunga

August 23, 2013 JUKEBOXDC Staff News No Comments

For whatever reason, Jennifer Hudson’s significant other decided to diss Wale, who pretty much shut it down in response (above). Why does it feel as if Wale really does receive the most hate in this culture right now?

UPDATE: Lady Gaga Goes Nude (Again) For V Magazine

August 23, 2013 JUKEBOXDC Staff News No Comments

UPDATE: We now have a couple more covers from Lady Gaga’s V Magazine shoot below.

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We showed a bit in a previous post, but now we get yet another (classy) nude photo as a prep for Lady Gaga’s upcoming feature in V Magazine. Issue coming soon, I suppose.

Ben Affleck Will Reportedly Be The Next Batman

August 23, 2013 JUKEBOXDC Staff News No Comments

Yea, not really a culture-relevant topic, but still…from CBS News:

Warner Bros. announced Thursday that the 41-year-old actor-director will star as a new incarnation of the Dark Knight in a film bringing Batman and Superman together.

The studio said Affleck will star opposite 30-year-old Henry Cavill, who will reprise his role as Superman from “Man of Steel.” The movie will also feature “Man of Steel” stars Amy Adams as Lois Lane, Laurence Fishburne as Perry White and Diane Lane as Martha Kent.

The big-screen DC Comics superhero mash-up was first revealed by director Zack Snyder at last month’s Comic-Con International in San Diego.

Snyder, who will direct the sequel written by “Man of Steel” screenwriter David S. Goyer, said in a statement that Affleck will provide an “interesting counter-balance” to Cavill’s Clark Kent.

“(Affleck) has the acting chops to create a layered portrayal of a man who is older and wiser than Clark Kent and bears the scars of a seasoned crime fighter, but retain the charm that the world sees in billionaire Bruce Wayne,” said Snyder. “I can’t wait to work with him.”

Production on the as-yet-untitled film is expected to begin in 2014 for release July 17, 2015.

ARTWORK/TRACKLISTING: Janelle Monae – The Electric Lady (UPDATE)

August 22, 2013 JUKEBOXDC Staff News No Comments

UPDATE: Check out the video below of what looks like an alternate cover (tracklisting is still below). Dope, either way.

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The Electric Lady drops September 10th and boasts features from Prince, Erykah Badu, Solange, Miguel and more. I genuinely hope this woman’s album sells….tracklist below.

Disc 1
01 Suite IV Electric Overture
02 Givin Em What They Love f. Prince
03 Q.U.E.E.N. f. Erykah Badu
04 Electric Lady f. Solange
05 Good Morning Midnight (Interlude)
06 PrimeTime f. Miguel
07 We Were Rock & Roll
08 The Chrome Shoppe (Interlude)
09 Dance Apocalyptic
10 Look Into My Eyes

Disc 2
01 Suite V Electric Overture
02 It’s Code
03 Ghetto Woman
04 Our Favorite Fugitive (Interlude)
05 Victory
06 Can’t Live Without Your Love
07 Sally Ride
08 Dorothy Dandridge Eyes f. Esperanza Spalding
09 What An Experience

Wiz Khalifa Brings Baby Bash On Stage In Cincinnati

August 22, 2013 JUKEBOXDC Staff News No Comments

From Hip-Hop Blog:

On the heels of Amber posting Instagram pics of she and little Sebastian frolicking in a pool, Wiz Khalifa brought his wife and “Baby Bash” onstage during a recent performance.

“Sebastian & I are Cincinnati bound to see Daddy’s last show of his tour,” Amber tweeted earlier in the day. “We’re so excited!”

The family was on full display that night in Cincy, where Wiz closed out his “Under the Influence” tour. Khalifa decided to bring out all of his crew–and included his family in the fun.

Gucci Mane Shares Topless Pic Of Keyshia Ka’oir

August 22, 2013 JUKEBOXDC Staff News No Comments

Vlad reports:

Most of the photos Gucci Mane has been posting to Instagram lately have been of his girl, Keyshia Ka’oir. The “Nuthin on Ya” rapper’s latest pic of his boo is her chilling topless in the indoor pool of a Vegas penthouse, which he captioned “Damn my baby bad!! In da penthouse acting up #MrsGuwopinVEGAS she had me taking these pics.”

You can check out the pic right here.

SNEAK PEEK: Minajesty By Nicki Minaj

August 22, 2013 JUKEBOXDC Staff News No Comments

Nicki Minaj’s new fragrance Minajesty will arrive in department stores September 15….and below is what you’ll be recieving:

Big Sean’s Ex-Girlfriend Responds To Naya Rivera’s ‘Sorry’

August 22, 2013 JUKEBOXDC Staff News No Comments

Looks like Big Sean’s ex-girlfriend isn’t to keen on Naya Rivera’s brand new tune. We’re late on this and it will probably get brushed under a rug, but hell….it’s worth mentioning:

2013 BET Hip-Hop Awards Nominations

August 22, 2013 JUKEBOXDC Staff News No Comments

BET has released the nominations for their 2013 Hip Hop Awards…this year, Kendrick Lamar has the most nominations with 14. Drake is next with 13 nominations, followed by J. Cole with 10. The show will be hosted by Snoop Dogg and will be taped on September 28th at the Civic Center in Atlanta. It will then air on October 15th. Check out the nominations on the next pages below.

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