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Big Daddy Kane Returns to Acting
Since 1993 Big Daddy Kane has shown us another side of him with his impressive acting chops. The Bedford-Stuyvesant legend has appeared in a handful of films since then, including 2011’s Dave Chappelle’s Block Party, where he played himself. Today we’ve received word the hip-hop heavyweight will appear on the big screen once again, this time alongside a number of award-winning actors and actresses. Originally named Daughter of God, Exposed tells the story of a detective (played by Keanu Reeves) who is bent on figuring out what led to the death of his partner. There’s no word yet on who Big Daddy Kane – born Antonio Hardy – will portray, but…
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Pusha T Appointed President of G.O.O.D. Music
All hail King Push. Congratulations are in order for Pusha T as he’s been officially deemed President of Kanye West’s G.O.O.D. Music label. The rap phenom took to social media to share the news via an exclusive interview with Billboard today to the surprise of many. “Just be on the lookout for everything from G.O.O.D. Music and we just about to really take over and show we’re a force in the music game and this culture in general,” Pusha told them. “It’s an artistic bunch over here.” During the talk with Billboard, Pusha T shared how he was given the title. “Actually, I was flying home and I had just…
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Eminem Launches ‘Shady Wars’ App
Eminem is serious about the preservation of his songs, evidenced by his new partnership with Genius. The Hip-Hop legend is taking his investments in the digital realm even further with release of Shady Wars, a mobile game now available on iOS and Android platforms that bridges the gap between time-wasting and a handful of his hit records effortlessly. The premise for Shady Wars is simple; sort of like the opposite of the iconic arcade game, Galactica. Players have to control a hockey-masked Slim Shady and hover under the lyrics of his songs as the words fall at an increasingly faster pace as the record progresses. Through the collection of coins,…
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Freeway Ricky Arrested
Former drug kingpin Freeway Ricky was arrested over the weekend after he was caught carrying over $100,000, according to the authorities.
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Scarface Issues Statement About Arrest
Last week, moments after receiving a lifetime achievement awards at the 2015 BET Hip Hop Awards, Scarface was arrested. The Houston rapper has issued a statement regarding the matter to clear up what he says have been some misconstrued facts. Reportedly, Scarface, born Brad Jordan, was pinched because of an outstanding warrant due to failure to pay child support. According to Face, he was unaware that he was a wanted man. “First and foremost I would like to thank my supporters for their concern during my recent arrest in Atlanta,” said Face Mob via a press statement. “While we have resolved the issue I would like to correct some misinformation.…
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Kevin Gates Marries Mother of His Kids
Kevin Gates made it official with Dreka, his longtime girlfriend and mother of his kids in a lavish wedding ceremony on Saturday (October 18). The Louisiana native shared photos from the day on his Instagram, calling the event “the best thing I ever did.” The “Kno One” emcee opted for a black suit for the wedding, while his bride looked radiant in a white gown that featured two thigh-high slits on either side. Both Kevin and Dreka looked like they were having the time of their lives at the wedding, and you can check out more photos from the event above. If you are also planning to propose to your…
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Big K.R.I.T. At The 2015 BET Hip Hop Awards
While backstage at this year’s BET Hip Hop Awards in Atlanta, we caught up with Big K.R.I.T. When asked what his favorite part of the evenings events was, the Memphis rapper was quick to shine a light on Scarface.
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J.Cole J Attends Million Man March
J. Cole was among the thousands of people gathering on the National Mall to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Million Man March, as well as calling for police reform and changes in the black community. Nation of Islam leader Louis Farrakhan, who spearheaded the original event, will give a speech on Saturday’s event, dubbed as the “Justice or Else” march. Farrakhan sent out a statement ahead of the march which read, “I plan to deliver an uncompromising message and call for the government of the United States to respond to our legitimate grievances.” Sybrina Fulton, the mother of slain Florida teenager Trayvon Martin, spoke at the event, and she…
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Scarface Arrested at BET Hip Hop Awards
Scarface had a night to remember this weekend. At the BET Hip Hop Awards in Atlanta, he was honored with the “I Am Legend” achievement award.
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Yung Joc Talks Passing Up on “Blue Magic’
Yung Joc recently shared a story with DJ Smallz about passing on a beat made by Pharrell, which was later picked up by Jay Z for “Blue Magic.”
