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Snoop Dogg, SZA, Alicia Keys in ‘Big Shots Vol 2’ New Reveal

August 15, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Phillip Leeds, a mainstay within the music and fashion industries puts a stamp on the past eight years of some of the world’s most influential figures with this new photo archive of celebrity portraits. Over 500 color Polaroid pictures of household names grace the new installment, courtesy of Blurring Books, the independent Brooklyn-based publisher.

During Paris Fashion Week, Leeds recently gave fans a preview of BIG SHOTS!! Volume 2. The Big Shots!! author and photographer continued his partnership with lifestyle brand Pleasures by signing books and hosting the week-long pop-up in Le Marais-Paris 4éme. He will host a launch party on August 23rd at Paper Work in Los Angeles with Pleasures. NYC and other dates to be announced soon.

In 2017, Phillip Leeds released the critically-acclaimed & wildly popular book BIG SHOTS! (Rizzoli) Described at the time as capturing a generation of artists and celebrities just as Andy Warhol: Red Books defined a previous era. Shot by Phillip with a unique vintage Polaroid camera called The Big Shot, the book offered a visual who’s who from the worlds of art, music, fashion and popular culture from 2004 through 2016. Volume 1 featured Rita Ora on the cover and contained over 400 portraits including global icons such as Lewis Hamilton, JAY-Z, Beck, Pharrell Williams, Andre Leon Tally, A$AP Rocky, Black Thought, Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson, David Byrne, Jeff Koons, Justin Timberlake and Snoop Dogg.

Now, in partnership with Blurring Books, Leeds is set to release BIG SHOTS!! Volume 2: More Shots from the Worlds of Music, Fashion and Beyond, a new collection of photographs that captures the faces from the epicenter of culture. A compilation of previously unpublished work, Phillip has continued documenting some of the biggest names in popular culture as well as behind-the-scenes tastemakers and influencers. BIG SHOTS!! Volume 2 offers more than 500 color Polaroid portraits. The book features GRAMMY award winner SZA on the cover, plus foreword by global music and fashion icon, and multi GRAMMY winner Pharrell Williams. This volume includes portraits of Chris Rock, Lee “Scratch” Perry, James Lipton, Brian “KAWS” Donnelly, Dave Grohl, George Clinton, Sister Nancy, Q-Tip, Snoop Dogg, Ari Melber, John David Washington, Mike Ness, Ndaba Mandela, Megan Thee Stallion, Swizz Beatz & Alicia Keys, plus countless others.

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Shaquille O’Neal’s ‘SHAQ’S BASS ALL-STARS FESTIVAL’ Returns to Panther Island, Lineup Announced

August 15, 2024 by newhiphopnews

After a sensational inaugural year with 15,000 fans, Shaquille O’Neal’s “Shaq’s Bass All Stars Festival” is set to return, promising to be bigger and better than ever before. This November 16, 2024, the Panther Island Pavilion in Fort Worth, Texas will again become the heart of the bass music scene.

Anticipation for “the largest bass music festival in Texas returns” is building nationwide. The festival, produced in collaboration with Medium Rare and Disco Donnie Presents, promises an array of local Texas flavors, interactive brand activations, and unique photo opportunities, alongside a state-of-the-art audio-visual experience.

The 2024 lineup at Shaq’s Bass All Stars Festival showcases a dynamic array of talent from the bass music scene, featuring renowned and emerging artists such as (in ABC order) DIESEL, Dion Timmer, Dirt Monkey, Eptic, and Space Laces, along with NGHTMRE, Dimension, Peekaboo, Celo, Grabbitz, Muerte, Perry Wayne, Rated R, Sora, Kozmoz, Space Wizard, and Stoned Level.

DIESEL’s relationship with music extends far beyond his iconic NBA career. Known for intertwining rhythm with his life, DIESEL finds solace in beats and basslines. This event is a celebration of his musical evolution, echoing the profound impact of dubstep that continues to resonate within him. This milestone follows the success of his debut electronic album, ‘GORILLA WARFARE,’ released last fall on Monstercat, which received acclaim from Rolling Stone and Variety and was featured in a viral moment on Bobbi Althoff’s Really Good Podcast.

Get ready for an unforgettable experience on Saturday, November 16, 2024, as Panther Island Pavilion transforms into the ultimate bass music destination with Shaq’s Bass All Stars Festival. With two massive stages and 17 of the top acts in bass music, this electrifying event promises a high-octane, immersive experience that will leave you buzzing long after the last beat drops.

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UnitedMasters Launches $19.99 Subscription + ‘Make Your Debut’ Artist Challenge

August 15, 2024 by newhiphopnews

UnitedMasters, the leading software and services platform for independent artists representing top acts like Brent Faiyaz, Anycia, and BigXthaPlug, today announced the launch of its new DEBUT+ tier, aimed at expanding access to the platform’s industry-leading tools and services. This new offering, priced at $19.99 annually, opens UnitedMaster’s premium music distribution platform to all aspiring artists who want to get their music on major streaming platforms, all while retaining 100% of their royalties. See how DEBUT+ works HERE.

To coincide with the launch of the new subscription tier, UnitedMasters is launching an independent artist challenge. The challenge invites US-based artists using UnitedMasters to submit tracks for a chance to win a grand prize valued at $250,000. The comprehensive prize package includes an artist partner deal with A&R and marketing funds, a coveted performance slot at SELECTCON 2024 in New York, a full-scale artist development and marketing action plan, and access to UnitedMasters’ full-service music team for support. The winner will join UnitedMasters’ elite Partner roster, gaining valuable resources and exposure to help propel their music career to new heights.

The “Make Your Debut” Challenge invites US-based artists using UnitedMasters to submit tracks for a chance to win the grand prize and join UnitedMasters’ elite Partner roster.

To be considered for the challenge, artists must:

Be based in the US
Be a DEBUT+ or SELECT member
Release a track via UM after June 1st, 2024 Post on IG or TikTok with their sound
Tag @unitedmasters and add the official challenge hashtag #debutcontest Complete the submission form on our challenge page

“Making it in music has never been more possible for independent artists, but it still requires the right partner. UnitedMasters presents the most compelling offering for independent artists in any genre at every stage of their careers,” said Steve Stoute, Founder and CEO. “With DEBUT+ and the Make Your Debut Challenge, we’re welcoming the next wave of independent artists into our ecosystem and empowering them with the technology, education, and growth opportunities to launch sustainable careers on their own terms.”

The introduction of DEBUT+ tier also builds on UnitedMasters’ reputation for cultivating breakout independent stars like FloyyMenor, Tobe Nwigwe, and Earthgang and supplying upcoming artists with the services and guidance they need to get their art on all major streaming platforms at the start of their artist journey

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Leading Competition In International Breaking Unveils 2024 USA Schedule Following Olympic Debut

August 15, 2024 by newhiphopnews

On the heels of the monumental moment for breaking in Paris, Red Bull BC One announces its highly anticipated 2024 USA season, culminating at Los Angeles’ famed Venice Beach. A hub to some of the most transfixing street performers, the sunny backdrop of Venice Beach will welcome the nation’s best breakers to battle it out with one goal in mind – winning the illustrious National USA Cypher (aka the national championship) crown and advancing to the global stage to represent the U.S at the Red Bull BC One World Final in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil in December.

“Before Paris, the biggest international breaking competition you wanted to win was Red Bull BC One, which has been around since 2004,” says two-time Red Bull BC One World Champion and Olympic medalist, Victor Montalvo, better known as B-Boy Victor. “Paris was the first look at competitive breaking for many people around the world, but the breaking scene has grown significantly since the 80’s. Red Bull BC One has not only played a pivotal role in my success and breaking journey, but it’s also the best event to tune into if you want a real look into the true spirit of the dance. I hope breaking’s new revival attracts even more fans to the competition.”

The official 2024 season will consist of two “Regional Cyphers” (regional qualifiers) to determine who will compete at the National Final in Los Angeles. The Regional Cyphers – Cypher East and Cypher West, will take place in Philadelphia on September 7th and Denver on September 20th, respectively. The breakers participating will comprise of “wildcards” (special invitees) and winners of the Red Bull BC One City Cypher series – local competitions in Detroit, Boston, Minneapolis, Miami and New York City that were open to breakers of all levels.

Sixteen b-boys and eight b-girls will take center stage at Cypher East and Cypher West, putting their best moves and creativity to the test, across a series of bracket-style rounds, where a panel of prominent figures in the breaking scene will vote on the regional champions to advance to the National Final.

With a new global audience having watched the best breakers battle it out in Paris, the 2024 Red Bull BC One season doubles down on its commitment to foster the continued growth of breaking, championing trailblazing figures and communities that have played an integral part in the dance sport’s rise to prominence and global acknowledgement.

RED BULL BC ONE U.S. SCHEDULE
● East Cypher [Philadelphia, PA]: Saturday, September 7, Dilworth Park
● West Cypher [Denver, CO]: Friday, September 20, Temple Nightclub Denver
● Red Bull BC One Camp [Los Angeles, CA]: September 26 – 27
● Red Bull BC One US National Final [Los Angeles, CA]: Saturday, September 28, Venice
Beach Boardwalk
● World Final [Rio de Janeiro, Brazil]: December 7, Farmasi Arena

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Text Messages Between Kanye West And His Dentist Reveal Potential Nitrous Gas Addiction

August 15, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Kanye West continues to make headlines and rarely with any good news, but this time his health could potentially be at risk. Candid text messages between West and his dentist that were unveiled by West’s former chief-of-staff reveal that his claims that the fashion/music mogul is addicted to nitrous gas could be valid.

Milo Yiannopoulos told the world last week that ‘Ye was facing an addiction issue and alleges that ‘Ye’s dentist Thomas P. Connelly is the primary blame for the problem. Yiannopoulos believes that Connelly is gassing West up to “[diminish] Ye’s mental faculties so that… his business associates could extract millions of dollars from him.”

Connelly and West both deny Yiannopoulos’ claims, but the recently revealed text messages tell a different story.

A group text between Yiannopoulos, West and Connelly became public this week and the correspondence was strictly about nitrous oxide aka “laughing gas”, with Connelly going as far as saying that the potentially hazardous gas should be legalized.

“This needs to be a long term goal,” the dentist writes. “Get recreational nitrous legalized.”

It was Yeezy’s reaction to Connelly’s statements which has his fans and critics alike discussing the likelihood of his addiction.

“Tom,” Kanye West writes. “You said you’d bring them by today. Checking in.”

See the entire text exchange HERE

Yiannopoulos says that he confronted Connelly about the installation of nitrous tanks in West’s L.A. home and said that the dentist claims that the tanks were ’empty”.

Connelly continues to say that there was no wrongdoing in supplying West with the nitrous oxide and claims that Yiannopoulos’ allegations are “not only factually incorrect but also intentionally misleading.”

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Kurious Announces MF DOOM-Executive Produced Album, Shares “Unknown Species”

August 14, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Kurious, the uncommonly gifted rapper from New York City’s Upper West Side, has announced today his newest album, Majician, the nickname his peers blessed him with a generation ago. Due out October 18th on Metalface Records and Rhymesayers Entertainment, the LP, which was executive produced by his longtime friend and collaborator MF DOOM before his passing and produced by Mono En Stereo, is a mesmerizing blend of technical wizardry and personal introspection that substantiates the legacy he’s long deserved.

In 2016, Kurious flew down to Grenada and it was there that he played DOOM “Unknown Species,” the urgent track that now serves as the opening salvo on Majician. Over more trips to Grenada and eventually the United Kingdom, the LP took shape, two kindred spirits chipping away at a block of marble together. “I don’t have another creative partner in life,” Kurious says. “He’s that for me.” So it’s only natural that this project, the last document of their remarkable chemistry, would find a home with Metalface Records. Pre-order vinyl, CDs and cassettes via gasdrawls.com and rhymesayers .com, as well as additional exclusive merchandise.

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Quando Rondo Pleads Guilty In Federal Drug Trafficking Case

August 14, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Quando Rondo Charged in Multi-Page 49 Count Indictment

Several reports have confirmed that Quando Rondo has plead guilty in his federal drug trafficking conspiracy case.

Rondo, whose real name is Tyquian Bowman, entered his plea yesterday(August 13) after his legal team came to a plea agreement to a lesser charge in June. Bowman was facing 20 years behind bars when he was arrested last year with 18 other co-defendants on charges of weapon possession, drug conspiracy and participating in gang activity.

The new agreement only requires Bowman to serve five years.

A press conference followed the hearing, where Rondo apologized to his family and fans.

“I really wanna give an apology to the city of Savannah,” he said. “And I wanna give an apology to my family and friends, loved ones and most of all my daughters for taking all my family and all my loved ones through this stressful point.”

Bowman was originally charged with 14 counts including possession of a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime, possession of a firearm by a prohibited person and conspiracy to interfere with commerce by robbery, as well as conspiring with others to possess and distribute drugs including methamphetamine, fentanyl, cocaine and marijuana. He was also charged with two counts of conspiracy to violate Georgia’s controlled substances law, one count of participating in criminal activity affiliated with a street gang, and one count of illegal use of a cell phone to facilitate a drug deal.

He posted a $100K bond shortly before X-Mas last year.

Rondo’s sentencing is scheduled for December 12 in federal court.

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Today In Hip Hop History: N.W.A. Released Their Second Project ‘100 Miles And Runnin’ 34 Years Ago

August 14, 2024 by newhiphopnews

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On this date in 1990, “the world’s most dangerous group” dropped their second album and only EP, 100 Miles And Runnin on the Ruthless/Priority label.

This was also the first release by N.W.A. sans their lead songwriter and most celebrated emcee O’Shea “Ice Cube” Jackson, after a contract dispute forced the now famed rapper/actor to make his infamous departure from the group. This 5-track project was the first to throw a dart in the beef between Ice Cube and N.W.A., which led to the Cube’s legendary “No Vaseline” diss.

Even without Cube, 100 Miles reached platinum status in just under two years and for the first time, the crew could thank radio play for helping push the album.

The EP’s title track is probably the most memorable of the project, being that the songs appears on the EP as well as on N.W.A’s Greatest Hits. “Real Niggaz”, one of the project’s most celebrated b-sides, also appeared on the group’s final album, Niggaz4Life.

Salute to Dj Yella, Mc Ren, Dr. Dre, and the late Eazy -E for this timeless piece of Hip Hop history!

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Chinx’s Murder Suspect Sentenced to 23 Years for Manslaughter

August 14, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Quincy Homere, one of the two men convicted in the murder of Chinx, has been sentenced to 23 years in prison. After sentencing, Homere released a statement to the court.

“I’d like to express my condolences to the family and anyone else that was affected by what happened here,” Homere said. “I don’t believe there’s words that can express the way I feel about what transpired here.”

Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz also shared a statement:

“Quincy Homere was sentenced today to 23 years in prison for killing Lionel Pickens Jr., a successful rapper, husband and father who was mercilessly gunned down in 2015. Homere fired numerous rounds into Pickens’ car while he was stopped at a red light in Briarwood and then fled, leaving the young man for dead. Nothing can undo what happened, but I hope today’s sentence brings some solace to Pickens’ loved ones as they continue to grieve.”

According to Billboard, Homere, 32, pleaded guilty in a New York City courtroom on Monday (July 15) to first-degree manslaughter.

Chinx’s widow, Janelli Caceres, told Fox 5 NY‘s Lisa Evers that she is grateful to the NYPD, the Queens DA, friends, and fans for keeping his memory and music legacy alive.

Homere and another suspect, Jamar Hill, were arrested and charged in 2017 with second-degree murder, second-degree attempted murder, first-degree assault, and second-degree criminal possession of a weapon.

According to New York Police Lieutenant Richard Rudolph, the pair allegedly “hunted down Chinx like an animal” over a dispute that arose. At the same time, the rapper and Homere were both incarcerated at Riker’s Island in 2009.

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