Too Short To Release An EDM Album Titled Weird Science (@TooShort‎)

Hip-Hop Veteran Too Short plans to try out another genre for his upcoming album.

According to AllHipHop, Short is releasing an EDM album called Weird Science with rapper Oh Blimey.

The album will consist of one featured single and special remixes. The album will be released March 25, on MalLabel Music. The founder of MalLabel, Mal says that the dance album with Too Short will be something special.

"A Too $hort/MalLabel collaboration was the natural next step," he said. "After years incorporating Hip Hop into our events and our label releases–plus with the rise of trap music–I knew having a rapper like Too $hort on board would work with our audience."

Source: AllHipHop

Janelle Monae + More Perform Funky Jam Session at 2014 NBA All-Star Game

We all know that Janelle Monae is a helluva performer onstage. So it goes without saying that the R&B singer electrified the 2014 NBA All-Star Game with a fantastic performance Sunday (Feb. 16) at Smoothie King Center in New Orleans.

Backed by NOLA artists Trombone Shorty and Orleans Avenue, Monae was phenomenal and displayed great showmanship. Dressed in an all-white ensemble with a matching varsity jacket and black boots, the singer shimmied and moonwalked effortlessly onstage during her performance.

Then it was Earth, Wind & Fire’s turn. The venerable soul-funk band ended the set with their indelible hit ‘Shining Star.’ With Monae, Shorty and Orleans Avenue performing alongside the group it soon became a joyous jam session.

Before Monae and EWF’s performance, New Orleans jazz legend Dr. John and recent Grammy-winning guitarist Gary Clark Jr. treated audiences with their bluesy renditions of ‘Iko, Iko’ and ‘Bright Lights, Big City,’ respectively.

“We love music, we love funk, we love soul, we love to jam,” Monae told Billboard prior to their performance on Sunday.

Jam they did.

Twitter reactions to the halftime show was unanimous — the Electric Lady and EWF’s blew the roof off the mother-sucka! Check out some of the tweets below:

Childish Gambino Says Hook To '3005' Was Almost On 'Trophies' (@DonaldGlover @Drake)

Childish Gambino recently chatted with BBC's Zane Lowe to talk about his Deep Web Tour, his latest album and how the hook to his hit "3005" almost ended up on Drake's "Trophies."

When praised for his concept album Because The Internet, Gambino says that he wanted to make an album that people would experience as a hold, rather than hit singles.

"If you build a world people come to it," he says. He also mentions that he doesn't know how to make hits like his single "3005."

"That was the last song we did on the album...we all liked it but then we fell out of love with it and then I added some verses. Hit Boy was in the studio and he heard me sing the hook and he was like 'that's a good hook, you should put that on something." It was then that he was given the "Trophies beat but decided to pass on it.

"He gave me that Trophies beat, and I sang the hook [to 3005] over the [build up] and then I was like I don't know if that feels right, and then he gave it to Drake and then Drake made it awesome." Both artists ended up with hits, so he believes everyone won.

"Everyone's a winner, we made a different song and it was great."

Do you think he made the right move?

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The Web Reacts To Cassidy's Remix To "Lookin Ass Ni***s" (@CASSIDY_LARSINY)

Cassidy's remix to Nicki's "Lookin Ass Niggas," has the web spinning.

The remix "Lookin Ass Bitches" is just as rough as Nicki's directed at girls who dance for Vine, Instagram, and stunt harder than guys.

He admits that guys can be just as bad as women when it comes to playing the honesty card, but women have tricks up their sleeve as well.

Check out the remix and some of the reactions above.

Pharrell Williams, Diddy + More Perform at 2014 NBA All-Star Game

Pharrell Williams (and his hat!) rocked the 2014 NBA All-Star Game with a medley of hits on Sunday (Feb. 16) in New Orleans. The multi-talented producer wasn’t alone as he brought along Nelly, Diddy, Busta Rhymes and Snoop Dogg to jam with him.

Skateboard P kicked off his performance with his own single, ‘Frontin’,’ before he was interrupted by Nelly who performed his chart-topping 2002 hit ‘Hot in Herre.’

Then veteran rappers Diddy and Busta Rhymes joined the party performing a rendition of ‘Pass the Rock This Way,’ which is a basketball-themed remix of their 2002 hit single, ‘Pass the Courvoisier, Part II.’ Please take note of Diddy and Bussa-Buss’ old-school dance moves as it brought plenty of slander their way via Twitter.

After the Eastern Conference All-Stars introductions, Williams returned to perform two of the most-played songs in 2013 — ‘Blurred Lines’ and ‘Get Lucky.’ That was followed by an appearance from Snoop Dogg for a quick verse of their summertime anthem ‘Beautiful.’ Pharrell also reunited with Chad Hugo, the other half of N.E.R.D., to perform ‘Rockstar.’

Williams finished his set with a performance of his Oscar-nominated single, ‘Happy,’ which also featured an appearance of his infamous hat — this time in an all-red color. Skateboard P and the gang all came together onstage to sing and dance to the cheery single from the ‘Despicable Me 2′ soundtrack.

Fans who watched the performance were happy with what they saw. See what we did there? Check out the tweets below:

Dwight Howard Posts Throwback Pic Of Him Dunking On Kobe (@DwightHoward)

Throwback Thursday brings classic reminders of the past. Dwight Howard joined in on the fun last week with a pic of himself and Kobe Bryant.

Howard posted a pic of himself dunking on Kobe Bryant from 2006, with the playful caption, "Throwback hahahahah. Nothin like how he got me but look at dfish and pau face hhahah."

According to Nola, Howard, who plays for the Houston Rockets recently talked about his chances of winning the MVP award in tonight's All-Star game. ''It's more so a guards game than anything,'' Howard said.

''They control the pace of the game, they pass the ball. Unless I decide to bringing it up every play, I'm not just going to come down and get the ball.'' Howard is more focused on extending the Rockets' run during the playoffs.

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Kanye West Defends Drake Against Rolling Stone in New Rant

Another day, another Kanye West rant. After spewing vitriol at Sway Colloway and Charlamagne Tha God, Yeezy took aim at journalists and corporate America during his tirade at a concert stop in Newark, N.J., Saturday night (Feb. 15).

During his 11-minute rant, West went on the attack against critics who tried to stop his ingenuity. He took a brief moment to defend Drake’s criticism of Rolling Stone magazine and warned journalists to stop pitting rappers against each other or else.

“They always be trying to pit n—-s against each other and that ain’t going down no more,” he yelled. “So tonight it ain’t none of that, we love Drake, we love every motherf—er that put their heart into this motherf—ing music.”

He then added, “We gonna go after motherf—ers writing that negativity. Before they print s— like that, they need to check with me and him to see if it’s okay before they get ran up in they motherf—ing office. It only costs $250 [thousand] to beat your a–.”

Of course, that last line was in reference to a financial settlement he reached with a teen he allegedly beat up at a chiropractor’s office last month.

Elsewhere, West talked about the Air Yeezy 2 “Red October” sneakers selling out in 11 minutes. He also threw shots at Nike executives who are probably are tired of his rants by now. “You can’t stop my voice, you can’t stop my voice, he sang repeatedly via Auto-Tune.

In one hilarious diatribe, West also took aim at Apple CEO Tim Cook and his popular iTunes festival.

“Hey Tim Cook, the head of Apple, stop trying to get performers to play your festival for free, you are rich as f—, you are rich as f—,” he sings.

Despite his bitter criticism of journalists and corporate America, West did add that he’s quite happy with his life right now. Really? Go figure.

50 Cent Calls Out Jimmy Henchman On Murder Charges (@50Cent)

News of former music executive James 'Jimmy Henchman' Rosemond circulated around the web this week after trial began on the murder of G-Unit affiliate Lowell Fletcher in 2009. 50 Cent gave his outlook on the trial via Instagram with the photo above.

The rapper captioned the meme, "LMAO THIS BOY SOLVED EVERY CRIME IN NEW YORK. Old gangsta jimmy,go a head tell some more shit killer. Lol"

Rosemond is already serving a 60 year sentence for heading a massive drug ring through his record label. The current case will revolve around the death of Fletcher, who was allegedly killed by men hired by Rosemond. It is believed the cause of Fletcher's death was payback because someone else in the G-Unit camp slapped his teen son.

Rosemond has managed artists such as Brandy, Salt-n-Pepa, Sean Kingston, The Game and Akon.

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Nas Talks 'Street Dreams' Drama, Promises An Album This Year (@Nas)

Nas' new project 'Street Drama' is promised to be an authentic portrayal of the rapper's life. In an interview with Rolling Stone, Nas says the project was 20 years in the making.

"It's like I gave myself a fortieth birthday present 20 years ago," he said. "It gives me a reference piece to look at myself and for me to analyze my life and what I've come from, my accomplishments, my dreams."

He also mentioned he plans to release new music 'sometime in 2014' following illmaticXX, the 20 anniversary edition of his debut Illmatic. illmaticXX is scheduled to drop April 15.

Are you excited for new music from Nas?

Source: hiphopdx.com

7-Year-Old Attempts Suicide After Being Bullied By Her Teacher

The parents of a 7-year-old girl in California are taking legal action against their school district after their daughter left school to escape her bully-her own teacher.

According to the Daily Mail, 2nd grader Samaya Dillard would tell her parents that her teacher disliked her and felt that she was being bullied by her. Because of over crowding at Jefferson Elementary, the child was forced to stay in the class.

It was then that things took a turn for the worst. In Decemeber 2013, Samaya was dragged out of class by her teacher after she accidentally spilled a cup of water in class. Left in the hallway alone, the little girl left the school and wandered for miles across a highway. She previously told her mother she 'didn't want to live anymore' after being bullied by her teacher.

Her parents didn't find out she was missing for hours. After driving around town, they found the child wandering in a neighborhood with just a sweater on in 40 degree weather. Dillards have a filed claim with the Natomas Unified School District for unspecified damages to their daughter, her older sisters, and themselves.

There isn't word on the status on her teacher, Lupe Rodriguez, but the school did release a statement on the case.

"We cannot comment on the claim's allegations or the parties involved because it is a pending legal matter, and because it involves a minor and a personnel issue. We can only say that we care deeply about all children in Natomas unified and we are firmly committed to the safety of our students."

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Young Thug Signs Record Deal with Cash Money Records

Since dropping his gritty street bangers ‘Stoner’ and ‘Danny Glover,’ Young Thug has been courted by a few rap labels including Future’s Freebandz imprint. However, it appears that the Atlanta rhymer has signed with one of the biggest rap empires in hip-hop.

According to Mass Appeal, Young Thug has all but confirmed that he’s now an artist on Birdman’s Cash Money Records.

While attending the festivities at NBA All-Star Weekend in New Orleans, YT was asked if he signed with the storied label.

“Yeah. I signed,” he told Mass Appeal journalist Brian Padilla.

Young Thug went on his Facebook page to confirm his alliance with YMCMB. He posted:

Also, if you look at Birdman’s Instagram page, they are several photos of Young Thug getting cozy with the CEO and hanging out with his fellow labelmates. So it’s plausible that a deal has been finalized but the ink hasn’t dried as of yet.

If the news is true, signing with Cash Money Records sounds like a logical choice for the bubbling artist. Since Nicki Minaj bodied his ‘Danny Glover‘ track, could we see YT and Queen Barbz on a song together?

In the meantime, Young Thug is currently on a promotional tour in support of his latest mixtape ‘Black Portland.’ He’s also catching some slander on his Instagram page for his, uh, unique fashion sense and questionable photos.

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Ne-Yo Offers '3 Simple Rules' EP for Lovers

Soundcloud When it comes to love, who better to offer advice than R&B loverboy Ne-Yo. The Grammy-winning artist released his ’3 Simple Rules’ EP to help couples get in a lovey-dovey mood.

The 13-minute collection features three new songs: ‘New Love,’ ‘Bigger Than This’ and ‘Gotchu Right.’ There’s also an ‘Outro,’ in which Ne-Yo expounds more advice on love and life.

The doo-wop-inspired ‘New Love’ features Ne-Yo offering his first helpful tip — always keep the love fresh and new. “My new love / Let’s make up and break up every time / So we always stay brand new,” he sings.

The second tune, the melodic ballad ‘Bigger Than This,’ is a reminder that love is bigger than any argument that you may have with your lover.

“Girl I’m into you intently / So can we make everything okay? / It’s a love-hate kind of thing with us baby,” he croons. “Girl, I’m sorry for the wrong I did.”

Finally, Ne-Yo offers some sexual healing on ‘Gotchu Right,’ which features the most important rule of all — satisfy your partner completely in the bedroom.

“Stop staring at the ceiling with your mouth open / I got chu there a few times (leg shaking) / Making you come again and again and again / Oooh, thirsty,” he swoons.

Overall, Ne-Yo gives some wonderful advice that should help boost your love life with your significant other. If you are single, these are some get songs you can add in your music stash for a future rendezvous in the bedroom.

Listen and learn below.

Listen to Ne-Yo’s ’3 Simple Rules’ EP

Family Matters Actress Reveals What Led Her To Sobriety On OWN (@jaimeethefoxx)

Child star and former Family Matters actress Jamiee Foxworth shared her story of drugs and alcohol on Oprah's Where Are They Now series.

Foxworth, who was featured on Celebrity Rehab for addiction to marijuana and drinking in 2008, also dabbled in porn in the early 2000's. Foxworth says that her son changed her life, ultimately ending her drinking and smoking.

"I started thinking to myself and said when your son is two months old, how are you gonna be able to smoke weed and occasionally drink and still be able to function day to day when you have to make bottles and give him nap-times and all that?" Foxworth believes that her son was a blessing and gift from God.

"I made a prayer to God and asked, 'If you just give me the healthiest son I will stop,' and I did."

Check out more of the interview above.

Young Money Releases Album Cover For Rise Of An Empire (@LilTunechi @nickiminaj)

Following the release of the singles "Lookin Ass Nigga" and "We Alright" and "Senile," Young Money has revealed the album art to their upcoming compilation Rise of An Empire.

The album, slated for a March 11 release, will feature tracks from the main YMCMB crew along with Christina Milian, Lil Twist, Paris Hilton and Shanell. Other big singles from the camp will also be featured, including Drake's hit "Trophies."

Are you looking forward to the Young Money album?

The Weeknd Remixes Beyonce's 'Drunk in Love'

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It seems like everyone is getting tipsy off of Beyonce’s hit single, ‘Drunk in Love.’ In celebration of his 24th birthday today (Feb. 16), R&B crooner The Weeknd released his reworking of Bey’s love anthem.

The Canadian singer rewrites all the verses and alters the productions to give the song a more intoxicating feel. On the tune, the Weeknd is in a drunken state of mind as he tells a future bedroom prospect that he’s only looking for a one-night stand.

“Don’t take my number / I don’t want your number / I’ll call you back if that head right, baby / I won’t love you, I can’t love you / Unless that p—- got some superpowers / I want you (nah, nah) / I’m not trying to f— tomorrow baby, I want you (nah, nah),” he croons.

The Weeknd’s ‘Drunk in Love’ remix follows behind Kanye West’s reworking of the Beyonce track. A video teaser hit the web featuring the R&B mom in a bikini and leather chaps. We can’t wait to see that.

On Twitter, the Weeknd also announced that new material and projects are coming in 2014. He tweeted:

Listen to The Weeknd Remix of Beyonce’s ‘Drunk in Love’

Omarion Expecting First Child With Model Girlfriend (@1Omarion)

Omarion has a lot to celebrate.

Along with the release of his new album Sex Playlist, the singer will be a father. The singer posted a video of the ultrasound with the caption, "Say hi :) #comingsoon #thelegacybegins @aprylsjones is my heart, what a great gift! #ecstatic."

The singer has been seeing model Apryl Jones for some time now and the two couldn't be thrilled about their latest addition.

Check out some pics of the couple above.

Source: rap-up.com

Amina Buddafly Speaks On Peter's Eighth Child On Breakfast Club (@aminabuddafly)

Love and Hip Hop NY's Amina Buddafly stopped by The Breakfast Club to talk about her pregnancy, music, and if she plans to return for another drama-filled season.

While Angela Yee asked questions about her music career, Charlemagne grilled her about her being Peter Gunz's fourth baby mother rather than his wife.

After correcting him she mentions that she isn't worried about Peter being unable to support her financially. The singer doesn't think his seven children will effect her child.

"Of course that's everyone's worry," she said. "I guess that should be my worry but I've always lived my life in the moment, and growing up I never had money so for me it's nothing new."

Amina also talks about her sisters meeting Peter for the first time and the rumored spin off with her and Peter.

Check out more of the interview in the next slide.

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Dame Dash Launches DDPoppington Online Store

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As New York Fashion Week comes to a close, it appears that Damon Dash is restructuring himself in the fashion game. The former rap mogul recently launch his new online store DDPoppington.com.

The apparel line features high-end clothing for both men and women, and accessories for your four-legged friend.

Among the items available for sale include sweatshirts and coats for men as well as fashion designer Raquel M. Horn’s line of dresses. And for the true rock star in your life, the Pups collection features chew toys for your dog.

We did notice that the listed items are expensive as f— but not, like, Giorgio Armani expensive, so there’s that. Still, some of the price points will probably shock you.

For example, a “CEO” French terry crewneck costs $150 and a RMH dress will run you $625. Even more expensive is the DD Poppington Four Pocket Military Shacket at $2,000 and a RMH python snakeskin bag is a whopping $3,000.

To view the entire DD Poppington collection, click here.

Are you feeling Damon Dash’s DD Poppington collection? Tell us in the comments below.

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Exclusive! Daylyt Lux Impersonator Melly Mell Talks Matrix Act (@its_mellymell @DAYLYT2k)

One of the biggest acts at UW Battle League "High Stakes" event was the Daylyt's 'Matrix Act' against B-Magic. In an interview with VladTV Melly Mel, Lux's impersonator talked about the big reveal, playing characters, and the pressure he felt on stage.

Mel, mentions that characters can be tough to play, but being the energy of the crowd and the moment made it all easy. "I'll tell you being an artist performing in a big crowd, that was nothing to me" he said.

Check out what Mel had to say about Loaded Lux's Black Panther skit against Hollow Tha Don and more above.

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Gabrielle Union Explains Why She Wants A Prenup With D.Wade (@itsgabrielleu)

On a recent appearance on Aresenio Hall, Gabrielle Union talked about her new show Being Mary Jane, her wedding, and why she wants to get a prenup this time around.

After being previously married to NBA player Chris Howard, she realized that her next marriage would require a prenup.

"When you have your own stuff, you don't have to worry with anyone else's stuff," she says. "The reality is that I've never seen Dwyane balance a checkbook, so I gotta protect my stuff."

Kendrick Lamar Rocks the Mic at NBA All-Star Saturday Night

Kendrick Lamar headed down to New Orleans to perform at the NBA All-Star Saturday Night event, which aired on TNT. Before the evening’s Slam Dunk contest, the Compton rhymer hyped the crowd up with an energetic performance.

Dressed in a black hoodie and matching jeans, Lamar was sporting the Air Yeezy 2 “Red October” sneakers that Nike secretly released last Sunday.

The Grammy-nominated artist jumped right into his performance, doling out a medley of ‘m.A.A.d city’ and ‘Bitch, Don’t Kill My Vibe’ from his celebrated album, ‘good kid, m.A.A.d city.’

During Lamar’s rendition of ‘Bitch, Don’t Kill My Vibe,’ several video screens were playing a visual of teenagers swimming by the pool and enjoying summertime activities. For people living in the snow-covered Northeast, summer can’t come soon enough.

Overall, K.Dot’s performance was a slum dunk.

For the NBA All-Star Game on Sunday night (Feb. 16), Pharrell Williams will hit the stage with special guests Diddy, Snoop Dogg, Busta Rhymes and Nelly during player introductions. Then at halftime, Janelle Monae performs along with Earth, Wind & Fire, Dr. John and other New Orleans musicians.

Lovin It: Celebrities Celebrate Valentine's Day (@TRINArockstarr‎ @nickiminaj)

Love it or hate it, the day of St. Valentine showered us with pics online of flowers, Edible Arrangements, upset side chicks and very happy couples.

Just like us, the stars celebrated Valentine's Day in their own special way. Check out some pics of your favorite artists celebrating the day of love.

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