Source: StarterCAM / The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Via | HipHopDX Method Man has unveiled the release date for Meth Lab II: The Lithium, the sequel to the 2015 original. According to a press release, the project is expected to arrive on November 13. Boasting 21 “Episodes,” the album features Meth’s Wu-Tang Clan brethren Raekwon, Cappadonna and Masta Killah as well as Snoop Dogg, Noreaga, Sheek Louch and his partner-in-rhyme Redman. Curated by frequent collaborator Hanz On, Meth Lab II is billed as a platform that draws upon the Staten Island Hip Hop community for a chance to put on up-and-coming rappers alongside some of the Wu’s finest. READ MORE
Source: Christopher Polk / Getty Mike Will & Slim Jxmmi Give Back In A Major Way Earlier this week Mike Will announced the 2018 recipients of the “Making Wishes Matter” scholarship. Mike Will and Jxmmi reportedly handed out a total of $100,000 to 10 recent high school graduates from across the country. This year’s recipients have plans to attend some of the top colleges and universities such as Clark Atlanta University, UC-San Diego, University of Illinois, and others. The scholarships were awarded through Mike Will’s Making Wishes Matter Foundation, which is committed to improving families’ lives by granting wishes throughout the Atlanta community.
Image via Gregory Shamus/Getty Images/gotpap/Bauer-Griffin/GC Images Tinashe Shoots Down Rumors Of Dating Kevin Durant Tinashe ‘s name is in everybody’s mouth these days and none of it has to do with music. Fresh off the drama between her sudden-ex-boyfriend Ben Simmons and his new girlfriend Kendall Jenner, the “2 On” singer has found herself fighting off rumors about her playing a 2-man game with Golden State Warrior Kevin Durant. According to a report in The Blast , Tinashe is shooting down ALL that noise: She laughed and said “I’ve never even met Kevin Durant.” She seems pretty genuine, but ya never know. Tinashe and KD? Sitting in a tree? Stalking Ben Simmons from a burner Twitter account?
n Today marks the release of Ebenezer ’s new track “ 53 Sundays ”. Listen HERE . The song is a statement in itself, showcasing not only Ebenezer ’s musical talent but also his lyrical, storytelling abilities. He’s not afraid of sharing his views and reflecting on the reality of the world he grew up in. Ebenezer ’s distinctive sound shines through the track – despite hailing from London it’s uniquely universal, taking listeners on a poignant journey. “ Sometimes we must acknowledge that in order to do something good we might have to do something bad. Religion wasn’t going to put food on the table and money in the pockets of those I cared about, so I had to get it by an ‘any means necessary’ attitude. So excuse me if I miss the corruption that goes on in the churches – I’ve got some hustling to do,” says Ebenezer. “53 Sundays” follows Ebenezer’s recent single “When I Call Em” featuring A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie . Listen HERE . Ebenezer has been steadily making a name for himself, working with artists such as ADP , B Young , Stefflon Don , Jeremih , Ty Dolla $ign and Craig David . In 2017, he ushered in new fans through a string of releases: “ F**K IT ”, “ Survival ” and “ Clich é ”. He followed up in February 2018 with the release of his debut EP Bad Romantic . The record put Ebenezer against himself, uncovering both his romantic and “ savage ” tendencies and proving that his creative artistry is as intense as his delivery. Ebenezer ’s forthcoming project is due out this summer.
Welp. This is one way to distract the public from an alleged affair with LeBron James . On Saturday afternoon, Beyonce and Jay-Z stunned the music universe by releasing a joint album as a rather significant complement to their ongoing “On the Run II Tour.” Titled “Everything Is Love,” the album was released exclusively Tidal and announced by Beyonce via Instagram. The announcement footage features the two artists at the Louvre museum in Paris, including shots of them standing in front of the Mona Lisa painting while donning pink and mint suits … as well as glimpses of dancers performing in skin-colored tights and crop tops. Two performers appear on the cover of the Everything Is Love album. But this is not even all: On top of the album drop, Bey and Jay also released a music video for the record’s debut single, “Apes**t.” The video was filmed on location last month in this same iconic museum, a Tidal rep tells E! News… … and here it is! APES**T – THE CARTERS Within three hours of Beyonce confirming this album, her announced has received over 1.2 million Likes on Instagram. While the Internet went bonkers with the news, Beyonce and Jay-Z were performing in London Stadium, where onlookers have reported the same announcement was made on a big screen behind the singers. Beyonce and Jay-Z have been together for a decade. They are parents to three children, including a set of twins, and have overcome at least one Jay-Z cheating scandal . The global superstars actually renewed their vows in June , aiming to prove to the world that their love could withstand this sort of infidelity and obstacle. As always, however, the artists have remained mostly close-lipped about their relationship, preferring to let the occasional family photo or mysterious quote do the talking. That, or a surprise album and music video drop of course. Beyonce sings and raps in the song “Apes**t,” whose lyrics make a rather clear reference to her marital challenges. To wit: I can’t believe we made it/This is why we’re thankful. Jay-Z and Beyonce have collaborated on other tracks in the past — but never on a full album. The former told the New York Times in 2017 that the pair both “using our art almost like a therapy session,” which helps explains Beyonce’s legendary Lemonade alum and his 4:44 album. As we said, the record is available on Tidal and its track listing is as follows: 1. Summer 2. Apes 3. Boss 4. Nice 5. 713 6. Friends 7. Heard About Us 8. Black Effect 9. Lovehappy
Source: TMZ / TMZ Via | HotNewHipHop Not everyone had a good time at Kanye’s launch party. Kanye West launched the release of his album Ye with hundreds of attendees that included fellow celebrities and artists, journalists, influencers and more in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. While Kanye West is the first rapper to host a listening party in Diamond Cross Ranch in Wyoming, it’s looking like he’ll also be the last. TheBlast recently spoke to Jane Golliher, owner and operator of Diamond Cross Ranch, where Kanye West hosted his Ye listening party. She admits that it was a good opportunity for more exposure for their business but it was also the “most confusing” event they’ve helped coordinate. READ MORE
Source: TMZ / TMZ Via | HotNewHipHop Not everyone had a good time at Kanye’s launch party. Kanye West launched the release of his album Ye with hundreds of attendees that included fellow celebrities and artists, journalists, influencers and more in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. While Kanye West is the first rapper to host a listening party in Diamond Cross Ranch in Wyoming, it’s looking like he’ll also be the last. TheBlast recently spoke to Jane Golliher, owner and operator of Diamond Cross Ranch, where Kanye West hosted his Ye listening party. She admits that it was a good opportunity for more exposure for their business but it was also the “most confusing” event they’ve helped coordinate. READ MORE
We’re less than a week from the release of Mr. Skin’s 19th Annual Anatomy Awards, and we’re prepping for the occasion with ten of our favorite wacky Anatomy Award winners from the last ten years! … read more
This weekend sees the release of the final film in the biggest mainstream BDSM trilogy of all time, Fifty Shades Freed! In honor of that film’s release, we’re checking out the best mainstream BDSM scenes from film and television! … read more
Image via Han Myung-Gu/Getty Images for Disney #WhatDoesBlackPantherMeanToYou Takes Over Twitter It’s not just entertainment . In 10 days we will see the release of the most culturally significant film of the last decade, Black Panther . Don’t debate us and don’t debate the folks on Twitter either. #TuesdayThoughts What does the #BlackPanther film mean to you? #WhatBlackPantherMeansToMe pic.twitter.com/mOnBiHqVYB — Black Girl Nerds (@BlackGirlNerds) February 6, 2018 One click on the #WhatDoesBlackPantherMeanToYou hashtag that was started by @BlackGirlNerd ‘s Kayla Marie will prove to you how emotionally meaningful this movie is to Black folks at large. Me logging off to go into this work meeting and seeing the hashtag I created trending nationwide. #WhatBlackPantherMeansToMe pic.twitter.com/FWORRd9gHo — Kayla Marie (@Maria_Giesela) February 6, 2018 It’s beautiful to see our folks so inspired by a work of art that was created to celebrate exactly who we are. Kings and Queens. Representation and validation after 30 years of wondering why my heroes didn’t look like me #WhatBlackPantherMeansToMe pic.twitter.com/eacUzchcoy — #28DaysOfBlackCosplay (@princessology) February 6, 2018 Flip the page to see the heartfelt responses to #WhatDoesBlackPantherMeanToYou.
