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Listen to Troy Ave’s ‘White Christmas 2′ Mixtape
Troy Ave has been dreaming of a 'White Christmas,' and we're not talking about the Bing Crosby kind either. Excess, money and the love of the hustle reign supreme again on 'White Christmas 2,' which arrives just in time for Christmas. The Brooklyn rapper's latest project is hosted by DJ Drama.
Drake Considers Kanye West His Only Competition
Common hip-hop consensus puts Drake and Kendrick Lamar as the top two young rappers from a commercial and critical standpoint, and because this is hip-hop, they're considered competitors. The Toronto MC doesn't feel that way, however.
Eminem, Rihanna Take a Nostalgia Trip in ‘The Monster’ Video
After delivering a sneak peek earlier this week, Rihanna and Eminem's video for 'The Monster' debuted Monday (Dec. 16). The visual is less dramatic than their previous collaboration, 'Love the Way You Lie,' but this effort does revolve around a deep concept.
2 Chainz Pays Tribute to Fallen Friend in ‘U Da Realest’ Video
2 Chainz is looking as fly as ever hanging out at a barbecue and rocking the Puerto Rican flag in the video for 'U Da Realest.' The festivities are done with heavy hearts, however.
Beyonce’s Surprise Album Surpasses 800,000 Sales in Three Days
Beyonce has dominated the conversation with the surprise release of her self-titled visual album. She's also dominating in sales.
Ryan Seacrest to Produce White Female Rapper Show
Ryan Seacrest may not have any hip-hop credentials, but that's not stopping him from working on his latest endeavor. The television host and radio personality will be behind 'Girls in the Game,' an upcoming reality television show focused on the struggles of white female rappers.
Lauryn Hill Delivers ‘Consumerism’ Lyric Video
The two songs Lauryn Hill released this year -- 'Neurotic Society (Compulsory Mix)' and 'Consumerism' -- have been met with a lukewarm response. The ill feelings are directed toward the overly esoteric nature of the lyrics, which has sometimes been described as gibberish. Her rapid delivery didn't help much either. It doesn't look like Hill is abandoning the songs, however, as she's just released
R. Kelly Plays a Woman Like a Violin, Brings Out 2 Chainz on ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live’
R. Kelly is as raunchy and blunt as they come when it comes to sexual lyricism, especially on 'Black Panties.' So it's not all surprising that he provided a literal interpretation of the standard edition of his album cover on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' last night (Dec. 5) -- the FCC would've been livid if it was the deluxe edition interpretation.
Drake Previews New Aaliyah Song
Remember all the hubbub in 2012, surrounding Drake's the posthumous Aaliyah album he was set to executive produce? Well, there's still no word if that's happening, but it looks like the OVO leader still has material with the late singer on the way.
Keyshia Cole to Release New Mixtape in December
Keyshia Cole is prepping the release of a new mixtape to hold fans over until her sixth studio album arrives.