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The 10 Most Abused Freestyle Beats Of The Last Ten Years

Kazeem Famuyide (@RealLifeKaz) — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 17:46:49 +0000

Every year, it seems like there is one song that drops that sets the genre on its ear. Whether it is something fresh and new, something catchy, or something just different, rappers love thinking they can do a better job than you. Ever since the abuse that Lil' Wayne's "A Milli" went through, it is now a rite of passage for your song to get put through the ringer of rappers trying to prove they're worthy of the track's hotness. So much so that some producers like Just Blaze absolutely refuse to release their instrumentals for the fear of the 808 goodness falling into the wrong struggle rapper. Let's take a look back at such cases as we remember some of the most abused instrumentals of the last 10 years.

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Crack A Bottle: 15 Artists Who Have Had Beverages Hurled At Them While Performing [VIDEO]

C. Vernon Coleman II — Fri, 23 Mar 2012 15:10:32 +0000

There is always that one a--hole that has to ruin the fun for everybody. Concerts are no exception. When hundreds or even thousands of people are packed in one place high, drunk and rowdy, something is bound to happen. Many times, things get thrown. There is always that one guy (or girl) who gets too juiced up and thinks it is a bright idea to toss an object at the performer's noggin while they are performing. Sometimes the artists deserve it, sometimes they don't, but it rarely turns out positive (just ask Tyga) for one of the parties involved.

Here are 15 artists who have had their sets interrupted by unruly crowd members pelting them with cold beverages.

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Nicki Minaj, Pitbull, Mary J. Blige To Perform At NBA All-Star Game

Latifah Muhammad — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 22:00:50 +0000

The NBA All-Star Game is shaping up to be another star-studded event as Nicki Minaj, Pitbull, Ne-Yo, Mary J. Blige and will.i.am have all been billed to perform during the show. Some of music's biggest names will all head down south to Orlando for the All-Star festivities all leading up to the big game, which is set to air on Feb. 26 at 7 p.m. EST on TNT.

Mary J. Blige will kick the game off by singing the U.S. National Anthem, alongside pop group Neverest who will deliver Canada's National Anthem. Fresh off her performances at the Super Bowl and the Grammys, Minaj will take the All-Star Game stage to showcase an assortment of her songs, including her latest single "Starships," during the game's introductions. Meanwhile, Pitbull and Ne-Yo will hold down the half-time show with a performance of their single "Give Me Everything." Details behind their set have yet to be released but the All-Star Game has a reputation for getting the public talking when it comes to the half-time show. Last year Rihanna lit up the stage bringing out both Kanye West and Drake for surprise appearances.

Elsewhere during All-Star week, will.i.am and Flo Rida have been tapped to perform at the NBA All-Star Saturday Night, on Feb. 26. The night's festivities include the NBA Slam Dunk and Three-Point Contest. Flo Rida will perform his hit "Good Feeling," and will.i.am and his fellow Black Eyed Peas will sing "T.H.E. (The Hardest Ever).”

Hip-Hop will also have a big presence during other All-Star events. Common has signed on to play in the NBA All-Star Celebrity Game, and Roc Nation's current star player, J. Cole, will perform "Workout" and "Can't Get Enough" during the NBA All-Star Pre-game Show which begins Sunday, Feb. 26, at 5 p.m.

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New Season Of VH1's 'Behind The Music' Features Nas, Game, Akon, Pitbull & More [Video]

C. Vernon Coleman II — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 22:26:14 +0000

VH1's popular documentary series Behind The Music, returns for a new season next month. This cycle airing episodes from notable Urban acts: Nas, Game, Akon, T-Pain, Pitbull, and Brandy. In the show's 15-year run (1997-2006, 2009 – Present), the series has chronicled the lives of acts like Lil' Wayne, 50 Cent, T.I., Ice Cube, Missy Elliott, Busta Rhymes, Timbaland, Eminem and DMX.

The new season premiers Thursday, March 12 2012 at 9pm ET, with Cuban rapper Pitbull. During the recap of the Latin rapper's career, he discusses a chance encounter with Irv Gotti, when he was 17 years old, which changed his life.

“[Irv] goes, 'Hey, you write music?' I said, 'Naw, I just freestyle,' he's like, 'Yeah that Isht is great but it don't make no money,'” remembers Pitbull. “Ding ding ding, ding, ding, ding, ding... I started writing since that day forward. That's basically when it all started developing."

Peep the preview clip from the new season of Behind The Music below, as well as date/time listings for each episode after:

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"Behind the Music: Pitbull" -- Thursday, March 15 at 9 pm EST

"Behind the Music: Game" -- Tuesday, March 22 at 9 EST

"Behind the Music: T-Pain" -- Thursday, March 29 at 9 EST

"Behind the Music: Akon: -- Thursday, April 12 at 9 EST

"Behind the Music: Brandy" -- Thursday, April 19 at 9 EST

"Behind the Music: Nas" -- Thursday, April 26, 9 EST

"Behind the Music: Pitbull" -- Thursday, March 15 at 9 pm EST

"Behind the Music: Game" -- Tuesday, March 22 at 9 EST

"Behind the Music: T-Pain" -- Thursday, March 29 at 9 EST

"Behind the Music: Akon: -- Thursday, April 12 at 9 EST

"Behind the Music: Brandy" -- Thursday, April 19 at 9 EST

"Behind the Music: Nas" -- Thursday, April 26, 9 EST

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Pitbull To Receive President's Awards At 19th Annual BMI Latin Awards

Latifah Muhammad — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 19:25:50 +0000

Rapper Pitbull will be honored for his achievements as the newest recipient of the President's Award at this year's BMI Latin Awards. Mr Worldwide will receive the honor during a private ceremony to be held at the Encore Wynn Hotel in Las Vegas on March 30.

No doubt, the Miami native had a breakout year in 2011 with digital sales numbers ranging in the millions due to the success of hits like "Hey Baby," "I Know You Want Me," and the Ne-Yo assisted single "Give Me More." A longtime collaborator in the Hip-Hop world, the 31-year-old recently set his sites on The Throne, releasing his own version of Kanye West and Jay-Z's "Ni**s In Paris." He has also appeared on tracks with the likes of Lil Jon, Janet Jackson, Jennifer Lopez, Chris Brown, and T-Pain just to name a few.

The BMI President's Awards is presented to unique songwriters who or executives for their profound influence in the entertainment industry. Previous recipients include Juanes, Gloria Estefan, Taylor Swift, and WIllie Nelson.

Hosted by BMI President & CEO Del Bryant and Delia Orjuela, the 19th Annual BMI Latin Awards will also hand out trophies for the Latin Song, Songwriter, and Publisher of the Year.

DJ Absolut ft. Wyclef, Pitbull, Jim Jones, & Bounty Killer - My Generation [Listen/Download]

The Kid Skoob — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 19:04:10 +0000

Another joint off of that Abso project which is coming soon.

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DJ Absolut ft. Wyclef, Pitbull, Jim Jones, & Bounty Killer - My Generation

Nicki Minaj Opening The American Music Awards

Danielle Canada — Fri, 11 Nov 2011 13:30:35 +0000

Nicki Minaj Opening The AMAs

Nicki Minaj has been announced as the opening act for the American Music Awards.

As previously reported, Nicki was recruited by The AMAs to announce the nominees alongside Pitbull and is currently up for three awards.

At the awards Nicki will be joined by DJ David Guetta and perform their track "Where Them Girls At" featuring Flo Rida.

Previously announced performers include Mary J. Blige, Chris Brown, Christina Aguilera, Marc Anthony, Justin Bieber, Kelly Clarkson, LMFAO, Katy Perry, Pitbull, and Maroon 5.

The show will broadcast live from the NOKIA Theater Sunday November 20 from 8-11 p.m. EST on ABC.

Uncle Luke Threatens To Revoke Lil Wayne, DJ Khaled's Miami Residency

Hip-Hop Wired — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 14:44:53 +0000

Lil Wayne And DJ Khaled Are Gonna Lose Their Miami Residency

Uncle Luke has had enough and is putting his foot down when it comes to out-of-town rappers taking residence in Miami and not contributing to the community.

Luther Campbell, once member of the 2 Live Crew and former Miami mayoral candidate is threatening Lil Wayne, DJ Khaled, Diddy and any other rapper that lives in Miami, Florida but is not an active contributor to the city's economy or residents.

Luke spoke to the Miami New Times and offered a January 1st deadline to these artists before they lose their access to go to clubs, ball games and touch Miami women.

"I'm tired of seeing these cats using up our beaches, soaking up our sunshine, taking over the nightclubs, and sleeping with our women without investing anything into the community. I want to know when Lil Wayne is going to do more than show up courtside at the American Airlines Arena," Campbell said.

Luke isn't just salty about them taking up space, he wants them to give back.

"Just cause Lil Wayne and DJ Khaled are from New Orleans doesn't mean they don't have to be a part of the community. They're getting rich under fun and sun.

They rap in their songs about King of Diamonds and LIV nightclub, where Lil Wayne was partying it up with Dirk Nowitzki and the Dallas Mavericks after they beat the Miami Heat for the NBA championship."

"I want to see them doing fundraisers to help youth sports and after school programs. I want to see them at FCAT rallies. I want to see them do like Pitbull who works closely with the Kiwanis Club in Little Havana and DJ Irie who puts on a charity weekend for the Make-A-Wish Foundation."

Does Luke have a point? And how will he enforce the threat after the deadline if they don't contribute?

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Ciroc Boys: Rappers Who Endorse Liquor Brands

Randy Roper — Mon, 03 Oct 2011 20:07:00 +0000

Although selling liquor isn't the drug game, the alcohol business is a multi-billion dollar industry and some rappers have figured out how to get a piece of the action.

Sean "Diddy" Combs, for example, endorses and develops Ciroc brand Vodka. So when Puffy blew a gasket over folks drinking Grey Goose and not Ciroc at the BET Hip-Hop Awards afterparty in Atlanta this past weekend, we kind of understand who he's so passionate about the brand.

But Diddy isn't the only one. Take a look at our list of rappers that endorse brands of liquors.

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LaLa, PitBull, Rocsi And More Celebrate Latina Magazine's 15th Anniversary [Video + Photos]

Jason Weintraub — Tue, 27 Sep 2011 18:30:18 +0000

Latina Magazine's 15th anniversary celebration at Espace featured a variety of Latin stars and entertainers to spice up the ceremony.

The magazine also celebrated with a special anniversary issue with a pullout cover featuring Hollywood beauties including Zoe Saldana, Rosario Dawson and Lala Vazquez.

Pitbull performed his hit Pause for a crowd that included Maxwell, Kat DeLuna, Julissa Bermudez and Rocsi Diaz.

Peep the page #'s below to see everyone in attendance and Pitbull's performance.