Kanye West Enlists Artists, Athletes, and Cultural Icons For Black Future Month Speeches

Early into the month, Ye determined that February would be acknowledged as Black Future Month. As expected of the world renowned multi-hyphenate, he took that statement even further by having an event showcasing that purpose.

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The Sunday Service events have been ongoing for years now. The artist formerly known as Kanye West has dedicated many Sundays to celebrations of his religion, while also being a unifying force for Black music and culture in one gathering point. The choir for these events, aptly named the Sunday Service choir, has become a well known amalgamation of Black vocal talent and deliverers of powerful sentiments through Gospel iterations of popular music.

This particular Sunday Service was held as a brunch for Black media, culture cultivators, artists, and those who are in support of Black progress. Ye and his team invited parties from all over, sharing in a meal and a message, using the opportunity to enlighten each other about circumstances and situations. These conversations were held with the intent of openness and honesty, and in the spirit of Black Future Month, will be used to move forward. Some of the speeches were given by the likes of Antonio Brown, Shenseea, and Moneybagg Yo:

In addition to the other artists sharing and expressing their journeys, Ye spoke on what Black Future Month means to him:

We’ll see how the Black Future Month activities carry out through the rest of the year. Stay tuned to HNHH for more information.

Ace Hood & Killer Mike Strive For “Greatness” On “M.I.N.D”

Over 10 years in the game, and Ace Hood still sounds as hungry as ever when he touches the mic. The rapper’s gone through a transformation over the years since departing from We The Best but it hasn’t compromised his penmanship at all. However, he does sound even more focused these days and that’s especially evident in his latest project, M.I.N.D.

“Greatness” is among the highlights of the project, showing Ace Hood and Killer Mike swap bars over soulful production. Ace Hood slides through with a verse that depicts his resilience through the years, and the journey that’s brought him to where he is today, both musically and spiritually. Killer Mike extends a similar sentiment, reflecting on socioeconomic circumstances that led to a path of doing anything as a means to survive.

Check the song out below.

Quotable Lyrics
Slingin’ coke, college dropout, and overeducated
But that don’t matter when you broke and undercompensated
The world’ll laugh at you, shame on you and embarrass you
And the police’ll do it too while they harassing you

Flo Milli Caps Off Black History Month With “PBC (Pretty Black Cute)”

Mobile, Alabama-based artist Flo Milli is back with her new anthem, “PBC (Pretty Black Cute).” The empowering new record brings Flo’s confidence to the forefront with the princess of rap fully understanding the assignment and giving what she needed to give.

The 22-year-old rapper isn’t voguing on the new song, she’s “Floguing,” drawing inspiration from some of the most iconic Black magazine covers for the artwork. She first premiered the YoungFyre-produced anthem while walking the runway at Tia Adeola’s NYFW show.

As she sets herself up for a strong 2022 campaign, check out Flo Milli’s new single, “PBC,” below and let us know what you think in the comments.

Quotable Lyrics:

Pretty, black, cute
Flower tattoo
Vintage on my bag
YSL shoes
She B-I-G-M-A-D
I know
He B-R-O-K-A-E
I know, it shows

In Celebration Of Black History Month, Harlem Fashion Row and Barbie Collab To Showcase Three Black Fashion Designers

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Having a Barbie Doll has become a staple in almost all of our lives. So when we saw that Harlem Fashion Row and Barbie partnered to launch doll-sized replicas of the designs from renowned Black fashion creatives.  The Collaboration puts a spotlight on The Black Designers:  Hanifa, Rich Fresh, and Kimberly Goldson. making the Barbie brand one of the most diverse doll companies in the world.  HFR made the announcement and showed pics of the dolls wearing the must-have looks for the season on social with a caption that reads: HFR’s mission from the very start (15 years ago), has been to introduce and support multicultural designers. We are SO thrilled to partner with brands like @barbiestyle who believe in our mission.  “I’m excited that Harlem’s Fashion Row gets to play a part in widely diversifying their style too. With this Black History Month collaboration, Black designers Hanifa, Rich Fresh, and Kimberly Goldson give Barbie fresh-off-the-runway appeal with their unique style aesthetics.” Says HFR’s CEO Brandice Daniel.

 These one-of-a-kind designer dolls will be auctioned off to benefit @HarlemsFashionRow’s non-profit organization #ICON360 which provides financial resources and professional development to Black designers and HBCU fashion programs. For more info visit hfricon360.com

Join us in celebrating the work of these three designers in the comments! 

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Snoop Dogg’s Death Row Deal Will Not Include Dr. Dre Or 2Pac Albums

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After the entire Hip Hop world and beyond were ecstatic for Snoop Dogg’s acquirement of his former label Death Row Records, but now according to a report from Billboard, the Dogg’s deal will bot include the most revered projects to be put out by “the world’s most dangerous label.”

The Billboard report states that Tupac is no langer a Death Row Records signee, which makes All Eyez On Me and The Don Killuminati: 7 Day Theory exempt from the Death Row deal. Dr. Dre’s multi-platinum album The Chronic is not included but will make it to the Death Row catalog next year.

The Death Row catalog remains under MNRK Music and Blackstone’s ownership as the negotiation for the music is still in the air. Snoop’s Bacc On Death Row album was the first to be released post-signing.

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Ace Hood Is Back With “M.I.N.D” Project

Ace Hood is a pioneering figure of Florida’s rap scene, specifically in Broward County. His rise alongside DJ Khaled and building the We The Best empire has led him to the independent path that he’s currently on, dishing out plenty of quality records that showcase just how strong his penmanship is.

This week, the rapper returned with his latest project, M.I.N.D, which stands for Memories Inside Never Die. The 10-song body of work showcases Ace Hood’s range, like on “Free” where he takes on a more dance-friendly record without compromising his pen. M.I.N.D. doesn’t boast many features but Killer Mike does appear on the song, “Greatness.”

Check out the latest project from Ace Hood below and sound off with your favorite track in the comments.