Author: B-Nyce

The Game – ‘1992’ [STREAM]

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The Game unleashes his reminiscent ‘1992’ project.

‘1992’ serves as a reminder to the Compton rapper of the things he experienced growing up in the hood as a child like joining a gang, being in a gang “tug-o-war,” growing up with a crack-using, abusive father, and more.

The 13-track effort also includes a softer side of the rapper for the ladies in the form of a feature from Jeremih on “All Eyez” and Jason Derulo on “Baby You.”

Go back in time and listen to ‘1992’ below.

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John Legend Performs “Love Me Now” On ‘The Ellen Degeneres Show’ [VIDEO]

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John Legend went on ‘The Ellen Degeneres Show’ and showed his support for Democratic presidential candidate, Hilary Clinton. He also talked about the love he has for his 6-month daughter, Luna and wife Chrissy Teigen, before performing his new single “Love Me Now.”

Legend was joined on the stage by his band and backup vocalists, as he sang his heart out during the performance which lasted just under 4-minutes.

“Love Me Now” will be on Legend’s fifth studio album ‘Darkness and Light’, dropping later this year with appearances from Chance the Rapper, Miguel, and Brittany Howard of Alabama Shakes.

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Big Sean – “Light It Up” Feat. 2 Chainz [LISTEN]

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Big Sean and 2 Chainz “Light It Up” on their new single off the soundtrack for Kevin Hart a.k.a. Chocolate Droppa’s musical project ‘What Now? (The Mixtape Presents Chocolate Droppa).’

In addition to Sean Don and Chainz, there’s appearances from Chris Brown, T.I., Trey Songz, Migos, Akon, Lil’ Yachty, and Nick Jonas.

Listen to “Light It Up” below.

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Big K.R.I.T. – “Free Agent” [LISTEN]

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After leaving Def Jam, Big K.R.I.T. is a on the open market as a “Free Agent.”

The southern rapper isn’t sweating not being part of a label and is celebrating his independence. In the song he talks about building himself “from the ground up” and how labels often times try to drown artists.

K.R.I.T. is working on an independent album and will be hitting the road for his “Kritically Acclaimed Tour,” beginning October 22nd in Norfolk, Virginia and ending December 18th in Atlanta, Georgia.

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Kid Cudi – “Frequency” [VIDEO]

Kid Cudi drops the psychedelic video for “Frequency,” where he dances around in what appears to be the woods shirtless with beautiful women all around him.

The video was directed by Cudi and “Frequency” is off his forthcoming album ‘Passion, Pain & Demon Slayin’. The album was supposed to drop last month, but is experiencing a delay and doesn’t have a new release date as of now.

A few weeks ago Cudi checked himself into rehab with concerns of mental health. Let’s hope he can face his demons and get better soon. Prayers up.

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Nas & Erykah Badu Perform On “Jimmy Kimmel Live!”

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Nas and Erykah Badu blessed the “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” stage last night with a dramatic performance of “This Bitter Land.”

“This Bitter Land” is a single off the motion soundtrack of ‘The Land’, an independent film about four young men in Cleveland who try to find their way out of poverty.

The song illustrates the various issues that people deal with in the inner city like discrimination, police violence, and struggling with everyday life.

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Pusha T – “Circles” Feat. Desiigner & Ty Dolla $ign [LISTEN]

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Pusha T will have you going in “Circles” at the club with his new single featuring G.O.O.D music labelmate, Desiigner and Ty Dolla $ign.

Just yesterday Pusha T got off on “H.G.T.V” where he took jabs at Drake and also showed his support for Desiigner by dismissing the haters.

Two songs in as many days could be a sign that Push is very close to dropping his highly-anticipated forthcoming album ‘King Push’, a follow up to ‘Darkest Before Dawn: The Prelude’.

Take a listen to “Circles” by pressing play below.

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The Weeknd – “False Alarm” [VIDEO]

Things get wicked in the Ilya Naishuller-directed video for The Weeknd’s “False Alarm” off his upcoming album ‘Starboy’.

The thrilling visuals take you on a first-person point of view of a violent bank robbery, which is preceded by an explosive, deadly getaway with a beautiful female hostage being the center of attention.

In the end The Weeknd is left badly hurt and has a chance to shoot the hostage but ends up letting her get away with the money from the bank robbery.

‘Starboy’ is set to be released November 25th.

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French Montana – “Paid For” Feat. Max B & Chinx [AUDIO]

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French Montana gathers the original Coke Boys, Max B and Chinx on “Paid For” produced by Harry Fraud, The Alchemist, and Masar.

On the track French reflects on his fallen brother Chinx and looks forward to Max B getting released from Federal Penitentiary. The emotional first half includes Montana’s mom sharing a prayer for both her son and Max Biggaveli.

A few weeks ago Montana shared on SnapChat that Max B’s 75-year prison sentence was shortened and the rapper should be home in 2-3 years.

“Paid For” was supposed to be on French’s now cancelled ‘MC 4’. Read about the album’s cancellation and more HERE.

Listen to the song by pressing play below.

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Pusha T – “H.G.T.V” [VIDEO]

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It’s no secret Pusha T dislikes Drake. The rapper refreshes his beef with his longtime nemesis on his new song “H.G.T.V” over the Mike WILL Made-It produced track.

The fiery lyrics take shots at Drizzy’s writing skills, being a singer and even make mention of his Virginia Black whiskey company, in a not so friendly way.

Aside from taking shots at Drake, Push goes on to defend one of his recent G.O.O.D Music signees, Desiigner, who is often hated on for having a similar style to Future.

King Push got creative with the release of the video by dropping it on SnapChat, something not yet seen. Watch it below.

QUOTABARZ

“Oh mama, they question my starting line up
You only find a diamond from diggin’ like coal miners
Don’t listen to ’em, Desiigner
The same rappers talkin’ next year will be Uber drivers (Fuck ’em)”

“Rolls emblem, Black Virginian
Pull in a neighborhood I don’t blend in
Album of the year contender every year”

“It’s too far gone when the realest ain’t real
I walk amongst the clouds so your ceilings ain’t real
These niggas Call of Duty cause their killings ain’t real
With a questionable pen so the feelin’ ain’t real”

“The bar’s been lowered, the well’s run dry
They beefin’ over melodies, but no, not I (yugh)
See I’m so top 5
If they factor in the truth I just might blow by
Blowbama”

This release adds momentum to Push’s long-awaited ‘King Push’ album.

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LeBron James & Lil’ Yachty Team Up In New Sprite AD [WATCH]

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If you love hip-hop, you got to love Sprite whether dirty or clean.

The latest Sprite commercial features LeBron James and Lil’ Yachty vibing out while they “obey their thirst.”

In the ad James refuses to tell viewers to drink a Sprite as he holds one, while Yachty is seen sporting yellow and green, playing the piano singing a melody about the beverage.

Watch the ad below.

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Drake Leads 2016 Soul Train Music Award Nominations With 12

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After breaking Michael Jackson’s American Music Awards nominations record with 13 a few days ago, Drake is back with 12 nominations for the 2016 Soul Train Music Awards.

The nominations include “Video of the Year” for “Hotline Bling,” “Album of the Year” for his No. 1 album ‘Views’, and song of the year for his No. 1 record “Controlla.” Beyonce has the second most nominations with 8, respectively.

See the complete list of The 6 God’s 2016 Soul Train Music Award nominations below.

DRAKE’S 2016 SOUL TRAIN MUSIC AWARDS NOMINATIONS

VIDEO OF THE YEAR
Beyoncé – “Formation”
Beyoncé – “Sorry”
Drake – “Hotline Bling”
Kanye West – “Fade”
Rihanna feat. Drake – “Work”

ALBUM/MIXTAPE OF THE YEAR
Beyoncé – LEMONADE
Bryson Tiller – T R A P S O U L
DJ Khaled – Major Key
Drake – Views
Kanye West – The Life Of Pablo
Rihanna – Anti

RHYTHM & BARS AWARD (FORMERLY BEST HIP-HOP SONG OF THE YEAR)
Chance The Rapper feat. Lil Wayne & 2 Chainz – “No Problem”
DJ Khaled feat. Drake – “For Free”
Drake – “Controlla”
Drake feat. Wizkid & Kyla – “One Dance”
Fat Joe & Remy Ma feat. French Montana & Infared – “All the Way Up”

SONG OF THE YEAR
Adele – “Hello”
Beyoncé – “Formation”
Bryson Tiller – “Don’t”
Drake – “Controlla”
Rihanna feat. Drake – “Work”

BEST DANCE PERFORMANCE
Beyoncé – “Formation”
Drake – “Hotline Bling”
Kanye West (Dance Performance feat. Teyana Taylor) – “Fade”
Rihanna feat. Drake – “Work”
Usher feat. Young Thug – “No Limit”

BEST COLLABORATION
Beyoncé feat. Kendrick Lamar – “Freedom”
Chance the Rapper feat. Lil Wayne & 2 Chainz – “No Problem”
DJ Khaled feat. Drake – “For Free”
Fat Joe & Remy Ma feat. French Montana & Infared – “All The Way Up”
Rihanna feat. Drake – “Work”

The late Don Cornelius would surely be proud of Drake.

The award show will air Nov. 27 at 8 p.m. ET on both Centric and BET Networks. Erykah Badu will host her second consecutive Soul Train Music Awards show.

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