T.I. ft. Lil Wayne – Wit Me (Video)

The weather and the whips are hot in Miami for T.I.’s new video for “Wit Me.” Weezy may have ditched the skateboard for a fast ride but the animal print bottoms are still there.

Catch T.I. on tour with Lil Wayne, French Montana and Future in a city near you. For more details click here.

Directed by PhillyFlyBoy.

B.o.B – Through My Head (Video)

Is it already going to be three albums? B.o.B just announced the title of his third album, Underground Luxury, and has a released a short film for his new single, “Through My Head.” The sci-fi clip show the protagonist, The Raven,” running the lone city streets as he’s being chased by some futuristic cops. Thankfully because of his powers, he manages to get away.

The movie was produced by Ricardo de Montreuil & Eliz Eskeranli. Underground Luxury is coming soon.

Gerald Walker ft. Cardo – The Inspiration (Audio)

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Congrats Gerald! Gerald Walker linked up a deal with Fontana InGrooves Distribution to release his debut album, Target, through OSAT Music. And with his announcement, he’s also released a new song featuring Cardo and titled “The Inspiration.”

Listen below.

The-Dream ft. Kelly Rowland – Where Have You Been (Audio)

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The-Dream and Kelly Rowland sing sweet nothings to each other on “Where Have You Been” off Dream’s IV Play album. In an interview with Rap-Up, Dream said the record is “just a signature R&B duet record, no games, no nothing, straight down the middle.”

It’s just that. A sweet, sweet ballad.

Talib Kweli Decodes “Get By” & “Turnt Up” (Video)

I woke up singing Talib’s “Get By” this morning and viola, it has been decoded. Talib Kweli sat down with Life + Times and decoded a vintage cut and a new Prisoner Of Conscious track. Watch him explain the Kanye West-produced “Get By” above and “Turnt Up” after the jump.

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J. Cole – Born Sinner (Album Artwork)

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J. Cole released the official artwork for Born Sinner along with a new release date. “Kanye West is one of the greatest artists of our generation. Which is exactly why I’m moving my release date up,” tweeted the rapper who is close to 4 million followers.

It’s about to be a Cole summer, literally. Check out the deluxe cover after the jump.

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2013 Billboard Music Awards Performances (Video)

The 2013 Billboard Music Awards took place Sunday night and we’ll have all of the performances grouped up on one post. We’re starting it off with Chris Brown’s live performance of his perfect single “Fine China” with special guest Orianthi. After the jump, check out performances from Miguel (including the awesome drop kick), Bruno Mars, Nicki Minaj, Lil Wayne, Prince and more.

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Footage From Chris Brown’s Video Shoot For Aaliyah Tribute Track (Video)

The footage above was filmed on the set of Chris Brown’s video for his next X single, “They Don’t Know” featuring Aaliyah, but you can only hear a snippet of the song from minute 4:06 to 5:13. Sneaky and clever way to get views, guys.

The music video was shot in Compton, Calif. earlier this week and at 4:06 in the footage, you can see Chris Brown surrounded by neighborhood kids during the audio of Aaliyah’s portion of the single. Hit the jump for a Vine video from the shoot and more video snapshots.

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Kanye West Premieres “New Slaves” On A Bunch Of Buildings (Video)

In case you missed it, Kanye West had 66 screenings of “New Slaves” in 10 different cities. The cities and locations were shared on a map found on Kanye West’s official site. As you can see, Kanye’s face was projected on the side of buildings (like the one above). Mikey Fresh (Miss Info) captured one debut in Williamsburg, Brooklyn.

Just pretend like you were there.