T-Boz feat. Lil Wayne – Rebel Yell [Stream]
We first heard a snippet of this song back in 2012 and now here is the full version of T-Boz‘ “Rebel Yell” featuring two verses from Lil Wayne.
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Ariana Grande – Santa Tell Me [Stream]
Ariana Grande returns with a new single called “Santa Tell Me”. Take a listen below and get your copy on iTunes, if you like what you hear.
Read moreEric Bellinger Speaks On His Connection To Michael Jackson [Video]
Popular singer and songwriter Eric Bellinger exclusively talked to VladTV about his songwriting process, growing up in Compton and his special connection to Michael Jackson. One-fifth of popular writing team, The Writing Camp, Bellinger has helped create hits for Beyonce, Chris Brown, Selena Gomez and many more. Bellinger says his time in church helped him create solid music. His relation to legendary songwriter Bobby Day was also a big influence on him. Day penned some of The Jackson 5’s popular tracks like “Rockin’ Robin,” and “Little Bitty Pretty One.” “I think knowing my grandfather did it helped,” he said. “He had a studio in his house, in his basement, in his garage so I would be there and I was lucky enough to meet him and I took on the same exact role where I had a studio in my bedroom and I moved in a bigger place and I got a room specifically for a studio and now I’ve built out a real studio at an establishment so I’ve thought, ‘If grandpa can do it, I can do it.’” He also had nothing but kind words to say about Michael Jackson and how his media persona was completely different from who he was in real life.
Read moreVince Staples Speaks On His Father’s Gang Activity & More [Video]
California native Vince Staples spoke with VladTV about growing up in Long Beach after moving with his family from Compton. The “Fire” rapper says he didn’t notice his father’s gang activity, but he did notice how violent his parents were towards each other, including an incident where his father threw a Christmas tree and punched a cop. Staples also said the two used to get into physical altercations all the time, with his mom being the avenger in most of the fights. “They used to be fighting, fighting,” he said. “My momma ain’t no punk and my daddy wasn’t one either and they’re going to be arguing and someone is gonna try f***ing somebody up and that’s just what it is. It wasn’t no ‘Get in the kitchen,’ type s****’ it was shut the f*** up, you’re a b**** a** n**** and it was back and forth and back and forth so it is what it is.” He also says his father’s time in prison around the time he was born might have influenced him to turn his life around. Staples says there’s no hard feelings towards his dad since he’s aware that some habits are hard to break.
Read moreRick Ross Defines “Hood Billionaire”, Talks His New Movie, “Self Made 4” Album & More [Video]
MMG’s biggest boss, Rick Ross was in Atlanta recently promoting his upcoming album “Hood Billionaire”. While in the city that he calls his second home, Ricky Rozay hosted a private event for some of Atlanta’s biggest tastemakers. Rick Ross and Def Jam put together a listening session at Sweet Auburn Seafood on Auburn Avenue. This is one of Atlanta’s most historic streets for black owned businesses.
Read moreJoey Bada$$ Live @ Boiler Room London [Video]
Joey Bada$$ has rapidly been building his reputation as one of the most respected new rappers, with a line of killer mixtapes and EPs along the way. This week he finally announced details of his debut album B4.DA.$$, due early next year. As 2014 winds to a close, it’s only right that we invite Joey back to the Boiler Room for a last-minute sweaty Sunday rap session. Taking care of the rest of the night’s soundtrack will be Joey’s Pro Era tour DJ & producer, Statik Selektah, alongside London’s foremost party-starting hip-hop DJ crew – and old school BR fam – Livin’ Proof.
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