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DMX Opens Up About George Zimmerman Boxing Match [VIDEO]
It's not official yet, but the news of the week is DMX taking up George Zimmerman's challenge to meet him in the boxing ring. The rapper spoke on-camera for the first time since the announcement when a FOX News crew caught up with him.
Macklemore & Ryan Lewis’ Sales Double Following 2014 Grammy Awards
This is part of the reason why winning a Grammy is such a big deal. In addition to acting as validation, a Grammy win or performance can lead to a sales boost in the weeks following the ceremony. Macklemore and Ryan Lewis are the latest artists to reap the rewards.
T.I. Bounces With Iggy Azalea, Young Dro and Travi$ Scott on ‘Hell You Sayin”
Iggy Azalea's debut album, 'The New Classic,' arrives on April 14 and the rapper is keeping her name in the headlines before its release. She followed up a remix with the new song 'Fancy' featuring Charli XCX and now she showcases more of her rhymes on T.I.'s 'Hell You Sayin,'' which features Hustle Gang members Young Dro and Travi$ Scott.
Raz Simone Is ‘Still Mobbin’ in Latest Video
In the video for Seattle rapper Raz Simone's 'Still Mobbin' rides through his city at night reminiscing about his first kilogram, strap and first time whipping up in the trap. The black and white video moves from nighttime solitude to camaraderie and crew love in the daylight.
Future – ‘Move That Dope’ Feat. Pusha T, Pharrell and Casino
One of the things that separates Future from the pack of other trap rappers is his versatility. That's not just 'cause he can sing and rap either. It's his ability to effortlessly switch back and forth between romantic crooner and aggressive' D-boy.
Kelly Price Releases ‘It’s My Time,’ New Album Arrives in April
It's been a while since Kelly Price first hit the scene with 1998's 'Soul of a Woman,' but she's still going strong. Sixteen years after her studio debut, Price is preparing her seventh studio album, 'Sing Pray Love Vol. 1,' for an April release.
Bob Marley Day Announced in Toronto by Mayor Rob Ford [VIDEO]
As absurd as Rob Ford has been these past few months, he's still the mayor of Toronto by law. But it's questionable if it's within his power to decide to declare a holiday on the very same day. Ford decreed that today (Feb. 6) is Bob Marley Day in Toronto to commemorate the reggae legend's birthday.
A-Trak & Lex Luger Are Low Pros, Release ‘Jack Tripper’ With Young Thug & PeeWee Longway
The combination of A-Trak and Lex Luger as Low Pros is a lethal one. Perhaps their partnership shouldn't even be allowed. Someone definitely is going to get bodied with that much banger-making prowess in one package. That sort of rambunctiousness joins forces with Young Thug and PeeWee Longway for the explosive 'Jack Tripper' -- produced alongside Metro Boomin.
Missy Elliott Explains Long Absence From Music [VIDEO]
Missy Elliott released 'Triple Threat' and '9th Inning' in September 2012, but she's remained quiet since then. There's been no word on what's going on with her next album, which would be her first in nine years. The rapper spoke with Yahoo!'s 'The Yo Show' to talk about her hiatus.
Cam’ron Celebrates 38th Birthday With Stripper Bash, Bernard Hopkins Responds to Rapper’s Lyrics
Cam'ron still had that trademark youthful cocksureness on 'Ghetto Heaven,' one of last year's most underrated projects. You wouldn't immediately guess his age by listening to that effort, but the rapper turned 38 yesterday (Feb. 4) and celebrated his birthday with a party thrown by his girlfriend JuJu. This wasn't just some normal gathering either -- a lingerie party with strippers was at the cent
Prodigy Makes a Horror Flick With ‘IMDKV’ Video
Prodigy is a veteran New York gangsta rap legend, but what is perhaps too slept on is that he can do horrorcore well. Picture a brain stabbed with a nose bone for a second. The lyrical half of Mobb Deep again channels something gruesome in the video for 'IMDKV,' a track off his 'Albert Einstein' collaboration with the Alchemist.
Ciara Glows in New Pregnancy Photos
Ciara and Future not only look like they're in love, they sound like it. They are wistfully into each other on 'Anytime,' their duet released earlier this week. Of course, the undercurrent of the romantic ballad was the singer's pregnancy.
DMX to Fight George Zimmerman in Celebrity Boxing Match
George Zimmerman isn't hiding from the negative public attention in the wake of Trayvon Martin's death and is instead deciding to take advantage of it. He's been looking for an opponent for an upcoming celebrity boxing match, and while Kanye West was his choice, DMX has come forward to face off against him.
2 Chainz Working on ‘B.O.A.T.S. III’ Album, Releases ‘Ima Dog’
Thankfully, 2014 has the rap return of 2 Chainz. After releasing two albums in the past two years, the Atlanta rapper says he's working on the third album in the 'B.O.A.T.S' series now.
Drake Previews New Songs at New York City Nightclub [VIDEO]
Drake offered patrons in a New York City nightclub a treat Monday night (Feb. 3). The Toronto rapper previewed two new tracks as he and French Montana were turning up at Griffin.
Ledisi to Embark on the Truth Tour
Grammy-nominated singer Ledisi will be bringing her talents to places like New York, Los Angeles and Chicago this spring. That's because those are three of the cities she's scheduled to perform in during her upcoming 30-city tour.
Bruno Mars’ Halftime Show Is Most-Watched Ever in Super Bowl History
The Seattle Seahawks' total annihilation of the Denver Broncos on Sunday (Feb. 2) made for one of the weakest Super Bowls in recent memory. How many would've thought Bruno Mars and the Red Hot Chilli Peppers' halftime performance would be the highlight of the festivities?
Action Bronson Fights Security Guard in Oregon [VIDEO]
Action Bronson is a likable rapper with a rotund figure. But make no mistake: The man will get physical if someone approaches his performance space the wrong way, even if that someone is part of security.
Action Bronson Fights Security Guard at Oregon Show [VIDEO]
Action Bronson is a likable rapper with a rotund figure. But make no mistake: The man will get physical if someone approaches his performance space the wrong way, even if that someone is part of security.
Chris Brown Will Remain in Rehab, Judge Says Singer Is ‘Making Progress’
Chris Brown's 'X' album is indefinitely delayed, and instead of finishing or promoting the project, he's taking some time to work on himself. The bad boy singer is spending time in rehab and a judge is pleased with the results.
Nicki Minaj’s ‘Boss Ass Bitch’ Freestyle Leads to PTAF’s Record Deal
Nicki Minaj didn't ask PTAF’s (Pretty Taking All Fades) for permission before she ended 2013 with a remix over their popular song, 'Boss Ass Bitch.' Still, having one of the biggest rappers in the game jack your track isn't necessarily a bad thing. PTAF benefited from the extra attention, and they've signed a deal with Capitol Records as a result.
Bodega Bamz Looks Back at 2013 With ‘Recap’
Bodega Bamz is looking back at his 2013 success in the new song 'Recap.'
Riff Raff and Action Bronson Say ‘I Shoulda Won a Grammy’ on New Song
The most obvious controversy involving hip-hop at this year's Grammy Awards involves Macklemore sweeping the rap categories -- Kendrick Lamar went home without winning one award. According to Riff Raff, he should've been awarded a golden gramophone too. The Houston rapper expresses this, along with Action Bronson, on the new song 'I Shoulda Won a Grammy.'
ScHoolboy Q Reveals ‘Oxymoron’ Tracklist
February is here, which means one of the year's highly anticipated releases is about to drop. After months of delays, ScHoolboy Q's 'Oxymoron' is only weeks away from hitting shelves. The tracklist is finally here.
Ciara, Future Team Up Once Again for ‘Anytime’
Couple Ciara and Future released another collaboration on Sunday (Feb. 2) with 'Anytime.' The singer initially previewed the ballad during a solo performance at the 2014 Grammy Awards after-party.
Lauryn Hill Performs ‘Final Hour’ at Bowery Ballroom
'Consumerism' and 'Neurotic Society' haven't been met with positive reviews, but that doesn't take away from 'The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill''s legacy. So it's quite understandable that the crowd got excited when Ms. Hill decided to segue into 'Final Hour' from her stunning debut album.
Lupe Fiasco Jumps on New Slang With ‘THOT 97′
Lupe Fiasco has been one of the few rap veterans who's been critical of the trap sound. But here, he's embracing it with 'THOT 97,' which uses Atlanta rapper Que's 'OG Bobby Johnson' beat.
Big Sean Meets Grisly End in NSFW ‘Ashley’ Video
Big Sean isn't really having a good time in the NSFW video for 'Ashley,' the Miguel-assisted song featured on his 'Hall of Fame' album. The visuals finds the rapper beaten, kidnapped, toyed with and shot over the course of four-and-a-half minutes.
Meek Mill Taps Jadakiss and Guordan Banks for ‘Heaven or Hell’ Video
Meek Mill proudly wears his expensive MMG chain, but it was only a few years ago the young artist was working on the rough streets of Philadelphia. The rapper takes it back to that time in the video to 'Heaven or Hell,' a cut off his 'Dreamchasers 3' mixtape.
Did Daft Punk Send Fake Robots to Accept 2014 Grammy Awards?
Daft Punk trolled the 2014 Grammy Awards -- or that's what the internet believes. While everyone thought the French electronic music duo graced the stage at the prestigious ceremony to accept their golden gramophones for Record of the Year ('Get Lucky') and Album of the Year ('Random Access Memories'), apparently they weren't actually the ones wearing those white robot suits.