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Who's ready for some real hip hop?!!  The annual A3C Hip Hop Festival is set to return to Atlanta on Oct 11-13. The annual music showcase features well-known and underground artists from across the U.S.. This...

First his girl was “bad, looking like a bag of money” and now Rick Ross says she “Presidential”. In his new video for his song “Presidential” featuring Elijah Blake, the Miami rapper  and head...

I’m sure we all remember the Coachella 2012 infamous performance with Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg and the Tupac hologram. Well in my mind and I’m sure in the mind of many others, outside the whole thing being...

  Back in August, I mentioned that former No Limit Records emcee Mia X would soon release a cookbook/memoir.   Well, she's finally released an excerpt of her book Things My Grandma Told Me, Things...

  We've heard of $5000 a plate fundraisers for political fundraisers. But, for hip hop's richest couple, it will cost you a wayyyyyy more than that to even enter the door.   Coming up on...

Rihanna is definitely making her rounds this year and is already making big plans for 2013. With a new album, new dance moves, her acting debut and a MTV Best Video of the Year award, just to name a few...

Big Sean of G.O.O.D Music is making some noise again by way of a new single entitled “Selling Dreams”. Teaming up with his buddy Chris Brown for the song, both men lend their talents to detailing the...

  He go to jail. He gets out. He goes back to jail. He gets out. Gucci Mane is no stranger to legal troubles.  Apparently, regardless if he's behind a cell or not, there's not only legal fees he...

  Here it is...the official documentary called "Certified Trap" presented by Clubtapes.com, Livemixtapes.com, and Mad Decent.   Certified Trap is a revolutionary web series on Trap music...

  In my opinion, Curtis Jackson is the definition of sexy.  ;-)   For those who beg to differ, 50 Cent may not be sexy to you, but he sure is suave enough for millions. As the next...

  The first single from Luda's next album, Ludaversal, has been tearing up the clubs and airwaves for a couple months now. Well, Luda has enlisted ATL homies Ying Yang Twins.  Although the track...

R&B artist Jarvis is on the scene with a new music video for his song “Wait Till You See Me.” The song features our very own Prince of the South and Love and Hip Hop star Lil’ Scrappy and is from...

R&B Crooner R. Kelly is all over the radio talking about ‘Feelin’ Single’ and now it looks like the Pied Piper is ready to mingle with the single ladies. In support of his new album Write Me Back,...

  Labor Day weekend brought out thousands of music fans to Jay-Z's first music festival. "Made In America" festival combined a diverse group of artists in a single day full of great performances. ...

  Skyzoo is probably one of the underground’s most criminally slept on. With his version of dense lyricism drenched in a Brooklyn flow, he makes much use of the English language. Releasing...

Every other week it seems as if the YMCMB family multiplies to some degree. Next up to be added to their roster is the Michigan-based production team The Olympicks. Producers Knoxville, Flawless, BP, and...

Lupe Fiasco is still on his grind and prepping for the release of his fourth album Food & Liquor 2: The Great American Rap Album Part 1. With only a small number of features including the likes of...

After much success throughout the early part of her career having sold over 30 million records worldwide and having to suffer through her career’s downward spiral R&B singer Brandy appears to have...

  Next up, off of 2 Chainz's "Based On a Tru Story", is the Birthday Song. The song, which features Kanye West, glorifies 2 Chainz love of big butts.  The video is artistically different for 2...

Music heads, a cool documentary is coming soon for you to check out.       via press release:   "Certified Trap" aims to bridge the gap between the Hip Hop and EDM...

  Trae Tha Truth dropped an exclusive release on Livemixtapes.com of "The Blackprint".  Hailing from the great state of Texas, the recent Grand Hustle signee continues to bring heat to the...

Ludacris, Disturbing Tha Peace Records, Ebony Son Management, and The Ludacris Foundation, are partnering with Soul by Ludacris Headphones to present The 7th Annual LudaDay Weekend in Atlanta, GA. The...

Despite the twists and turns Usher’s personal life has taken over the last few months, the R&B crooner is still hard at work when it comes to his music. With a recently released album on store...

Rapper Fat Joe in a much slimmer fashion than we’ve known has hit the scene sharing his pride and joy. In a newly Hype Williams directed video Fat Joe brings life to his new single “Pride N Joy". The...

  If you live in Philadelphia or the surrounding cities/states, you may be interested in attending one of the hottest music festivals this year. Set to jump off on Labor Day weekend, Jay-Z's "Made...

  Undeniably one of rap's elders who has maintained his relevance, time after time, is back with a new album.  "Year of the Dragon" marks the next project in Busta Rhymes enormous catalogue of...

  Off of his most recent Strange Clouds album, B.o.B drops his latest video "Out of My Mind".  One of the standout tracks from the album the Benny Boom-directed video features YMCMB's Nicki...

  Jay "Young Jeezy" Jenkins and Demetrius "Kinky B" Ellerbee developed a tight knit friendship after serving time at a youth boot camp program in 1995.  After discovering the love of music both...

Brandy seems to be getting back to the basics when it comes to making her way back on the music scene. In fashion in which fans originally fell in love with Brandy, she brings her second single ‘Wildest...

  T.I. dropped a video to his new banger "Go Get It".  Directed by Alex Nazari features Tip reflecting on his current life of riches and fame while reminiscing on how far he's come.  "Go Get It"...