Friday, July 25, 2014

Tiny Addresses Her & T.I.'s Relationship

Tiny says her record, "What The F**k You Gon' Do" was recorded a year ago, adds that T.I. first heard the song when everyone else did.

Rumors of tension between Atlanta rapper T.I. and his wife, Tameka "Tiny" Cottle spread quickly following an altercation between T.I. and boxer Floyd Mayweather and the events and commentary that followed. And with the release of T.I.'s "Stay" and Tiny's "What The F**k You Gon' Do," it appears that the couple has chosen to address the status of their relationship through song.
But in a newly-released interview with Vibe magazine, Tiny has spoken out publicly on her relationship with the Grand Hustle lyricist. She revealed that they're both "working on the relationship" and addressed both of their songs.

NICKI MINAJ's "Anaconda' IS TURN UP POSSIBLE

Nicki Minaj's "Anaconda" Is "Realest Turn Up Possible," Says Producer Eric Bellinger

by Nemmy Kim

Eric Bellinger says Nicki Minaj's "Anaconda" "was already a hit single" in the studio.

Nicki Minaj's "Anaconda" cover art may have sparked memes, criticism and praise, but the music behind the artwork is also "crazy," according to the track's co-producer Eric Bellinger.
"She went crazy," Bellinger, who worked with Polow Da Don to co-produce the track, says in an interview with MTV News.
The producer also says fans should expect the following from Minaj's "Anaconda": "Turn up. That's it. Just turn up. The realest turn up possible."
Bellinger says he was enlisted to help finish the song, adding that he "kinda played a Quincy Jones in the situation, almost." He says that he anticipated this would be a single from the jump.

FRENCH MONTANA SAYS LYRICAL RAPPERS ARE BROKE

French Montana Says Lyrical Rappers Are Broke, Common Leaves G.O.O.D. Music, Rappers From America's Most Dangerous Cities

by Nemmy Kim

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Today's most interesting Hip Hop headlines.

In this edition of the DX Daily, we challenge French Montana’s assertion that “all lyrical rappers that [he] knows are broke.” Then we take a look at America’s Most Dangerous Cities & The Rappers That Represent Them. Common also discusses his departure from Kanye West’s G.O.O.D. Music imprint.

Jay Z, Chief Keef Top HipHopWired's Multi-Million Dollar Label Deals List

by Nemy Kim

A$AP Rocky also had one of the largest deals named in HipHopWired's list.

Chris Miles garnered attention last month after signing a deal with Warner/Chappell that could land him more than $1.5 million plus royalties in five albums.

That figure was compared to a series of other recent deals in “9 Multi-Million Dollar Label Deals In Hip Hop” list compiled by HipHopWired.

Jay Z had the most lucrative contract named in the story, checking in with the $150 million deal he signed in 2008 with Live Nation.

Chief Keef’s $6 million deal with Interscope Records was the second-highest deal cited.

Another pact of note was A$AP Rocky’s $3 million deal with Polo Grounds Music, which is under the RCA Records umbrella.

CASSIDY SAY JAY Z SET UP HIS FREEWAY BATTLE

Cassidy Says Jay Z Set Up His Freeway Battle

Cassidy attributes success of battle rap to lack of lyricists in Hip Hop.

According to Philadelphia rapper Cassidy, the rise of battle rap is a direct result of the lack of lyricists in today’s Hip Hop. The wordsmith spoke on the matter after being asked if he feels there are enough lyricists in Hip Hop, during an interview with Vlad TV.
He added that lyricism is the main reason he loves Hip Hop and suggested that artists “step it up and start bringing more bars to the table.”
“Hell no,” Cassidy said when asked if there are enough lyricists in Hip Hop. “Of course not. It’s definitely not. And, you know, that’s the main thing I love about Hip Hop. You know what I’m saying? Some people like Hip Hop for flows. Some people like Hip Hop for beats. I mean, I like that part too, but what overrules all that is lyrics, bars. That’s what I like more than anything. And I feel as though it ain’t enough of that. When I was younger I used to hear niggas saying shit that I had to rewind or lines that I’m like ‘Damn, that shit crazy.’ That it’ll work your mind and make you think. I don’t hear that like a lot now. And then when I do hear it it’s like every so often. It’s not like consistent. So, I feel as though we need more than that. That’s why the Smack battles and all these battles that people doing. Like URL, all these battles. That’s why they winning and the ratings going up on them jawns all the time because those artists are the only ones that’s really focusing on bars.”

New Music: Big K.R.I.T. f/ Rico Love – ‘Pay Attention’

Just in time for the weekend, Big K.R.I.T. takes it to the strip club on “Pay Attention,” the first single off his sophomore album Cadillactica.
The Mississippi MC spits that country grammar (“Show out when you show up”), while Rico Love promises to pay more attention to one particular lady on the sultry hook.
K.R.I.T. is gearing up for the fall release of Cadillactica. In April, he dropped the teaser single “Mt. Olympus.”
He recently announced a limited edition compilation, The Underground Edition, which will be comprised of his four mixtapes—K.R.I.T. Wuz Here, Return of 4eva, 4eva N A Day, and King Remembered in Time. Only 500 CDs will be made and can be purchased for $55 with delivery in September.

Wiz Khalifa Calls Out Tyga for Dropping Off Tour: ‘That Was a Wack Move’

On Thursday, Wiz Khalifa kicked off his “Under the Influence of Music” tour with Jeezy, Ty Dolla $ign, Mack Wilds, and more. But Tyga was noticeably absent. The Young Money rapper pulled out of the tour earlier this month, leaving Wiz in the dark.

“He didn’t tell me at all,” the Taylor Gang leader told Mina SayWhat during an interview on Power 99′s “Rise N Grind Morning Show.” “His people was just like, ‘Nah, we ain’t gonna be on the tour.’”
Tyga said that he was filming a movie and finishing up his album, but Wiz calls it a “wack excuse.”
The two haven’t spoken since. “I’m sure he’ll probably hear interviews of me saying that I thought that it was wack and he didn’t reach out,” said Wiz. “I’m the type of person, I talk to people when I want to. We cool, that’s the homie, and that was just a wack move.”

Album Cover: Keyshia Cole – ‘Point of No Return’

Keyshia Cole is not looking back on the cover for her sixth album Point of No Return. The R&B songstress trades her designer gowns for ripped jeans, a white tank top, and shades as she stands alongside a deserted highway.
The album has already spawned the singles “Rick James” featuring Juicy J, the personal ballad “Next Time (Won’t Give My Heart Away),” and the DJ Mustard-produced “She.”
The feature-heavy set also includes collaborations with Wale, Future, 2 Chainz, and August Alsina, and production from Mike WiLL Made-It, Stargate, Mario Winans, and RedOne.
“There’s definitely more sexy songs on this album than I’ve ever done,” Keyshia told Fuse. “I’m excited to see what the people think about that, so we’ll see how receptive they are to the album. I think it’s a great album and I feel like it’s one of my best albums to date.”
Earlier this week, she kicked off her “Point of No Return” tour, which wraps August 25 in San Diego.

Video: Common f/ Big Sean – ‘Diamonds’

Common caps off his release week by dropping the black-and-white video for “Diamonds.” Shot in L.A., the artsy performance-based clip co-stars his G.O.O.D. Music brother Big Sean.
“No matter what situation you gotta get to shining,” the Chicago MC told Rap-Up TV of the No I.D.-produced song. “I’m talking about shining for today, not waiting for tomorrow. You just gotta embody it now.”
In addition to Sean, Common’s album Nobody’s Smiling also features Jhené Aiko, Cocaine 80s, Elijah Blake, and Vince Staples.

Video: 2 Chainz – ‘Freebase’

It’s triller night. 2 Chainz recreates one of the greatest music videos of all time, Michael Jackson’s “Thriller,” in the video for “Freebase.” The Hairweave Killer shows off his acting chops and rocks a red leather jacket before turning into a zombie just like MJ in the cinematic clip.
“Hands down best video I’ve Ever shot!!!” tweeted 2 Chainz.
The song serves as the title track off his EP, which features appearances from Lil Boosie, Rick Ross, A$AP Rocky, and Ty Dolla $ign.

The Game, Chris Brown, and Tyga Bowl for Charity

The Game is giving back. The Compton rapper hosted a celebrity bowling game on Thursday, with all proceeds going towards his charity, The Robin Hood Project. He took over the lanes at Canoga Park Bowl for a friendly game against Diddy’s stepson Quincy.
Chris Brown, Tyga, and Kendall and Kylie Jenner came out to show their support, while Game’s teammates sported Blood Money T-shirts.
“The support was too real…. @bloodmoneylafamilia #charitybowling event was a success !!!” tweeted Game, whose album Blood Money La Familia is due September 16.

Jennifer Lopez Celebrates 45th Birthday with French Montana, Fat Joe

Jennifer Lopez celebrated her 45th birthday in style. The flawless superstar threw a party for herself at Greek restaurant Nammos Estiatorio in Southampton on Thursday.
According to TMZ, the star-studded bash cost six figures and featured a dinner followed by dancing.
The guest list included Fat Joe, French Montana and his girlfriend Khloe Kardashian, Scott Disick, Kelly Ripa, J.Lo’s BFF Leah Remini, and her rumored new beau Maksim Chmerkovskiy.
Following a speech from her manager Benny Medina, J.Lo was presented with a life-sized cake of her riding a lion.
“Let the games begin! #itsmyparty #funtimes #birthdaygirl #aintnuthingbutanumber,” she tweeted.
Everyone from Mac Miller to her ex Casper Smart wished her. “Happppppppy Birthday to the most Beautiful lil bear in the world!!!! May all your wishes come true!!” wrote Smart