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Neako Is A Step Ahead Of The Game In His New Video
Neako delivers the video to his debut single "In Good Time." Appearing in an artsy visual, the rapper-producer preaches the principles of life and also reflects on the struggles he's faced while coming up.
"In Good Time" is off Neako's forthcoming full-length project, LVLGHOST, dropping this fall.
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August Alsina Reaches No. 1 On The Urban Radio Chart
Def Jam signee August Alsina definitely has a reason to celebrate as his hit single "I Luv This Shit" now reigns on the Urban Radio Chart. Knocking Drake from the top slot, the New Orleans native's breakout record comes to claim the throne nearly six months after its release.
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Bust A Cap: Juelz Santana And Lil Cousin Terio
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Best Hip-Hop Videos Of The Week 9/30-10/6
Rihanna's video for the Mike Will-produced cut, "Pour It Up," pretty much consumed the internet this week, with its plenty daring scenes and stripper reminiscent poses. Other videos that also sparked some chatter were Mac Miller's delusional clip for "The Star Room", Pusha T's Kendrick Lamar assisted visual for "Nosetalgia", Juicy J's hype clip for "All I Blow I
12 Best Hip-Hop Instagrams Of The Week
Hip-hop was pretty hilarious on Instagram this week. With Cam'ron posting funny flicks about male selfies and Denzel Washington, Mackelmore swagging out his bus drivers as well as unveiling DJ Oreo's deep desire, and Drake's picture of his huge afro in a throwback cannot be forgotten...
Best Hip-Hop Tweets Of The Week 9/29-10/5
Many rappers took to twitter to vent frustrations this past week. As DJ Quik took many by surprise with his revelation about Andre 3000, Action Bronson went off on a reporter, and Future cleared up a comment about Drake, things got a little hectic on the social space...
Kevin Hart, Nick Cannon, & Nelly Give A Sneak Peak Of The ‘Real Husbands Of Hollywood’ Cypher
The "Real Husbands Of Hollywood" nabbed at cypher spot at this years BET Hip-Hop Awards and you'll be surprised by the talent of quite a few. With Nelly, Nick Cannon, Boris Kodjoe, and Kevin Hart a.k.a Chocolate Drop busting rhymes, the rap session makes for quite a hilarious bit...
Drake Is Not A Threat To Pusha T
Although Drake scored major success with the release of Nothing Was The Same, Pusha T still does not see him as a top competitor. Deeming them "Polar Opposites", the G.O.O.D music signee says that him and Drake have two different lanes and he's not looking to cross over anytime soon.
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Rap Wives Who Hold Their Husbands Down
In the entertainment industry, finding a ride or die chick is much like finding a needle in a hay stack. However, some rappers have been blessed with wives who have held them down throughout the years, overcoming all that may cross their paths...
August Alsina Teams With Trey Songz And Chris Brown For A Remix
August Alsina cranks out yet another remix to his smash hit "I Luv This Shit". Linking with Trey Songz and Chris Brown to form an epic R&B trio, the singers put a new spin on the admiration inspired tune.
"I Luv This Shit" originally features Trinidad James and appears on August's EP Downtown: Life Under The Gun....
Bust A Cap: Lebron James And Jermaine Dupri Flick It Up
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Rappers Who Have Reconciled From Major Public Battles
Being that many rappers have decided to reconcile with former foes recently, XXL could not help but think of other highly publicized squabbles in hip-hop that ultimately came to an end. In the last month alone, Chris Brown and Drake have reconnected, Ja Rule let go of past rifts with 50 Cent, and The Game deemed his feud with 50 Cent as immature and stupid...