[Hot New Music!] The Game feat. Rick Ross, 2 Chainz, Diddy, Fabolous, Wale, DJ Khaled, Swizz Beatz, Yo Gotti, Currensy, Problem, King Pharaoh, and TGT – “Don’t Shoot”

A few months ago hip hop heads were pleased to see the reunion of 50 Cent and the G-Unit, but one thing or should I say one person was missing.  Los Angeles rapper The Game may have missed out on one of the many reunions in hip hop music this year, however The Game doesn’t need a team.  Although, he does recruit some of hip hop’s heavy hitters for his latest track entitled “Don’t Shoot”.  The motivation behind this track was to shed light on the unjust society we live in.  For this proactive track The Game grabbed Rick Ross, 2 Chainz, Diddy, Fabolous, Wale, DJ Khaled, Swizz Beatz, Yo Gotti, Currensy, Problem, King Pharaoh, and TGT. 

African-Americans are losing their lives to the same hands of those paid to protect and serve us.  Where they do that at?  The answer is…everywhere.  This is a problem folks.  Racism is definitely alive and doing very well.  This is nothing new, but it’s time for the majority to stop thinking that they’re better than the minority and realize that together we can all progress. Until then we are all just running in place.

"The issues in Ferguson really hit home for me, and I feel compelled to use my musical platform to address this," The Game told Rolling Stone.  With all of the recent issues of police brutality and injustice it’s great to see these black men band together to take a stand.  This track in my opinion is this generation’s version of the 1989 hit “Self-Destruction”.

Listen below to the new track “Don’t Shoot” by The Game featuring Rick Ross, 2 Chainz, Diddy, Fabolous, Wale, DJ Khaled, Swizz Beatz, Yo Gotti, Currensy, Problem, King Pharaoh, and TGT. 

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[Hip Hop News Now] Blue Ivy Dancing At VMA’s Was The Highlight Of The Event

With an award show that has lost its mojo over the years, it’s hard to find the great moments that make the otherwise watered-down MTV Video Music Awards worth watching.  Sure the ladies of Hip Hop and R&B are increasing in numbers and adding “friendly” competition to categories that once seemed like giveaways to Nicki Minaj and Beyoncé, but as much as I enjoyed watching these ladies perform, it was over as quickly as it started and I was back to watching an award show that honestly didn’t relate to me.  This ultimately reminded me that…oh yeah…we still are the minority…even though you can’t tell when watching the Hip Hop culture take the world by storm. 

The greatest takeaway from the event for me was watching Jay Z and Beyoncé shake the haters off and attest that their marriage is as strong as it ever was.  With Blue Ivy also in attendance the Carter’s once again took their seats on the throne.  With all the negative attention that the Carter’s have received since the elevator incident, it was nice to see that the rumors of divorce were just that…rumors.  During Beyoncé’s performance of “Flawless” an audience cam caught Blue Ivy doing her own moves to momma Carter’s hit song.  Jay Z’s face is priceless after watching his baby girl do her thing.  Check out the 8-second clip below.

Blue Ivy was the most important person at the #VMAs. http://t.co/GJyVwcJ3tV https://t.co/lK7K6GgKSD

— BuzzFeedMusic (@BuzzFeedMusic) August 25, 2014

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[Hot New Video!] Young Jeezy feat. Future – “No Tears”

One of the most underrated emcees in the game is continuing to plead his case that he should be on everybody’s “Top 5 Emcees, Dead or Alive” list.  The Atlanta native has been dropping jewel after jewel with hits like “Seen It All”, “Me Ok”, and “Beautiful”.  Now Young Jeezy treats fans to a visual of his “No Tears” track featuring fellow Atlanta native Future.  This soulful track will appear on Jeezy’s upcoming album entitled Seen It All, set to hit stores September 2nd.

The CTE captain is taking the term “Raising the Bar” to a whole new sense.  Not only is he “raising the bar”, but he is raising his bars as well.  The new album by Jeezy is definitely going to shake up the industry.  Check out the new video by Jeezy below and let us know what you think.  Are you going to “Pump It or Dump It?”

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[Hip Hop News Now] 50 Cent Challenges Floyd Mayweather

The ALS Ice Bucket Challenge has sparked a nationwide charitable phenomenon.  If you have a Facebook profile, then there is no way you don’t know what I’m talking about.  My Facebook timeline has been flooded with people all across the country accepting the challenge and dumping a bucket of ice water over their heads.  This challenge has created great awareness for the ALS disease and it shows that Americans can work together for something positive.  When I saw that my sister was willing to get her hair wet, I knew that this was something special.

Since this fad first started weeks ago, there have been people from all walks of life dumping freezing buckets of ice water over their heads.  There have also been different variations made to the challenge.  These changes have been typically made from those who already stand out, e.g., celebrities.  Most recently, Hip Hop bully 50 Cent accepted the challenge, but of course he put his own spin on the challenge. 

50 Cent used this challenge to call out the world’s highest paid athlete, Floyd Mayweather.  This challenge, however, doesn’t involve the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge.  Let’s just say that there is $750,000 involved and a page from a Harry Potter book.  Check out the video below to find out what 50 has challenged Mayweather with.  Will Floyd accept 50’s challenge?  Let us know what you think.

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[Hot New Video!] Nicki Minaj – “Anaconda”

The First Lady of YMCMB has been trending for weeks and the main topic of discussion for most.  Her scandalous artwork for her latest track “Anaconda” was just the beginning.  Nicki followed up with the official “Anaconda” song, which made the title to her track and stunning artwork make perfect sense.  Now Nicki finally gives us our highly anticipated climax with her most recent move.

The femme fatale emcee has been dropping fierce bars on recent tracks and now she’s dropping jaws with her new visual to “Anaconda”.  Please be sure you have the “Birds & Bees” talk with any teenage boy that may watch this video and don’t be shocked if any of these boys are spending more time behind closed doors after watching this video.  This “Anaconda” video will most definitely turn a young boy into a young man.  Check it out for yourself.  “Take A Seat At The Table” and watch Nicki Minaj’s latest video, “Anaconda", below.

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