#Stream Jay-Z and R. Kelly #Throwback #Album 'Best Of Both Worlds'

In 2002, Hip-Hop billionaire and troubled R&B legend R. Kelly released their highly anticipated joint album Best Of Both Worlds on the Roc-A-Fella/Def Jam imprint.

One of the most controversial albums and tours in the history of Hip-Hop, Best Of Both Worlds fused Hip-Hop and the already present element of R&B from two of the most prolific artists of the time.

Doggy Diamonds Talks Downfall Of NYC Hip Hop

This is coming from the podcast legend himself Doggy Diamonds as he talks on the downfall of NYC Hip Hop talks on how the NYC sound was being creative and talks upon they had they own sound compare to the sounds coming from the West Coast, Down South and Midwest. Also he talks on how the southern hip hop took over by putting where they mouth and showing the world on why the south is taking over while the NYC hip Hop scene was already in competition with each other as not wanna work together in music from NYC. 

How Jay-Z created a hip-hop path to luxury

 

This past Monday, rapper Jay-Z unveiled a deal with LVMH to expand his Armand de Brignac champagne globally. The next day, Oatly, the Swedish vegan-milk group in which he has invested, took its first step towards a $10bn initial public offering.

Jay-Z has further tasks to occupy him, apart from his own music. He still heads Roc Nation, a music and sports talent agency that includes Rihanna among its clients. He is also “chief visionary officer” of a special-purpose company backed by Roc Nation that acquired two Californian cannabis groups in November. And so on.

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This year is the 25th anniversary of Jay-Z’s first album Reasonable Doubt, released on his own Roc-A-Fella Records label. Some have lasted and some not, but Jay-Z was ahead of his time in business in a way that is only now clear. “Put me anywhere on God’s green Earth, I triple my worth,” he once rapped. The deal with LVMH, under which the world’s leading luxury group has taken 50 per cent of Armand de Brignac — the “Ace of Spades” champagne praised in his lyrics — is proof of that.

How Music Is Life

 

Music has always been a part of my life. Without music, I probably would have gone crazy a long time ago. More than that, it has helped shape my personality and outlook on life. Music has taken me to places in my mind I didn’t know existed.

Top 5 Migos Music Videos

Migos is an American hip hop trio from Lawrenceville, Georgia, formed in 2009. The Wrap-Up Magazine may not post about Migos like other site, but we sure watch them. So in return, here is a list of the Top 5 videos liked from The Wrap-Up Magazine. More..

Miley Cyrus Disses Hip-Hop

Miley Cyrus took to social media early Saturday [May 6] in hopes of giving clarity to the remarks she made concerning her relationship with hip hop, that had some fans of the genre up in arms. 

The Disney star-turned-raunchy performer caused a stir when Billboard published an interview they had with her, in which she claims to have been turned off by what she characterized as the "Lamborghini, got my Rolex, got a girl on my c**k" nature of the music she once co-opted as an expression of freedom from her teeny bopper image.

In the caption of an Instagram post fashioning an image of her in a long white dress that is far less revealing than anything she's become known for wearing, Miley wrote: "I have always and will continue to love and celebrate hip hop as I've collaborated with some of the very best! At this point in my life I am expanding personally/musically and gravitating more towards uplifting, conscious rap!" 

Her comments in Billboard were delivered in the context of her stating her appreciation for Kendrick Lamar's new music, which her critics saw past as they accused her of behaving in the typical manner of an artist who conveniently appropriates a cultural style, then abandons it when it is no longer beneficial.

The tone of Miley's message, and the photo itself, taken in a field that might be conveyed to reflect the purity of nature, does appear to signify her taking a new direction as an artist. But it also gives off more the impression that she is simply interested in explaining where she is coming from, and not so much responding to a need to apologize or answer to the backlash. Whether fans will interpret her post as a righteous one, or rather, a self-righteous one remains to be seen. "As I get older I understand the effect music has on the world & Seeing where we are today I feel the younger generation needs to hear positive powerful lyrics!" she says.

Top 5 Stores To Purchase Wu-Tang Merchandise

Of course everyone know to go to the official Wu-Tang website to purchase clothing and face mask, but there are also other stores that sell there merchandise and sometimes at a lower cost. You can shop from online stores for all your Wu products using the links listed below.

The Wu-Tang Clan is an American hip hop group from Staten Island, New York City, formed in the 1990s. Member include; RZA , GZA, Ol' Dirty Bastard, Method Man, RRaekwon, Ghostface Killah, Inspectah Deck, U-God, Cappadonna.

The Untold Truth Of Chanel West Coast

 

West Coast is known from both MTV's Fantasy Factory with Rob Dyrdek, which features a crew of quirky real-life (if arguably exaggerated) characters, and Ridiculousness, a show that takes on (and takes down) "the most hysterical and absurd viral videos out there," InTouch notes that "the bubbly blonde" is also famous for being "the clapback queen of Instagram and one to watch in the music industry" thanks to her ongoing efforts aimed at establishing herself as a rapper.

Nas Featured In GQ Magazine

GQ: Last year was the twentieth anniversary of Illmatic. Do you recognize that person who made that record now?

Nas: Sure—he was a vivacious young man full of a lot of great ideas, excited and ready.

Who Is The King Of Rap?

How do one put a label or tag someone as the king of rap? How do you mix classic rap tracks with today's style of music?

Tupac would probably be the most influential rapper of all time, while Eminem holds the record as the highest selling artist.

3 Investing Lessons From Jay-Z

In 2019, Shawn Corey Carter became hip-hop's first billionaire. Better known as Jay-Z, Mr. Carter didn't just make his money by rapping, although he's one of the industry's best-selling artists. Instead, he built a sprawling empire, including a music label, a sports management company, a streaming service, and a high-end sports bar.

With the Brooklyn-born rapper continuing to grow his net worth, there are certainly many investing lessons to learn, both from his business ventures as well as from his lyrics. Here are three of them.

Reservoir Buys Tommy Boy Music Label for $100 Million

 

Reservoir has acquired the groundbreaking hip-hop and electronic label Tommy Boy Music for around $100 million.

Although the press release does not mention the amount, a SEC filing has revealed the price of the deal to buy the New York-based label. The deal comprises 6,000+ masters including Coolio’s smash ‘Gangsta’s Paradise’, House of Pain’s ‘Jump Around’ and Afrika Bambaataa & The Soulsonic Force’s ‘Planet Rock.’

Erica Mena or Nicki Minaj #CelebrityMatchUp

Former model Erica Mena of  Love & Hip Hop: New York is a bad chick that most men cant keep there eyes off of. Many would say Safaree should be more happy he have a wife that look so nice.

Of course every guy wants a piece of Nicki Minaj. Not only do she carry one of the best bodies in the industry, she has the looks to back it up too.

The Lavish lifestyle of Lil Wayne

 

Lil Wayne has completed many obstacles during his music career. Lil Wayne made his album debut in 1999, with Tha Block Is Hot, which was certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America.

Lil Wayne became one of the top-selling artists in hip-hop in the early 21st century. Despite his success in the music industry, Lil Wayne's childhood experiences, like many other rap and hip hop singers, were far from perfect.

#Stream New #Album by Rayne Storm "Audiocity" @RayneStormMusic

 

Harlem NY's own Rayne Storm released his new eclectic rap album "Audiocity" on 2/22/22. The new project is set to compete against other major releases on the same date from Boosie Badass, Lil Durk and of course, Kanye West. The 19-track album features a generation bending cast of artists including Kxng Crooked, Jarren Benton, Sticky Fingaz, DMC, Canibus, Cappadonna, Killah Priest, Swifty McVay, Big Twins, DecadeZ, Dizzy $padez, Kony Brooks, Loudpack Dash, Kazzy Raxx, Soulebrity, HËS, Kxng Chxno & KingFsorrow. Production is handled by Temper Music, Legion Beats, Jupitxr, Kelly Grinz, Anno Domini and Rayne Storm himself. 

The Truth Behind Cash Money Vs No Limit Records Beef

Cash Money Records and No Limit Records were both two of the largest hip-hop powerhouses in New Orleans. What people don’t know is that the beef started before both camps really started blowing up.

Anybody that been a follower of deep dirty south music knows about the history or the turf rivalry that been going on between Cash Money and No Limit Records.

Young Thug Named The Real Life Gangstalicious

Young Thug’s sexual orientation has been one of fascination to both his fans and detractors for quite some time. Thug, born Jeffrey Williams, habitually, and with a supreme sense of I-don’t-give-a-f**kness, indulges in behavior that many in the hip-hop community have seen fit to deem “sus.” For example, he has a fondness for calling his closest friends “hubby,” and also recently shared that around 90 percent of his wardrobe is comprised of women’s clothing. Of course none of these things are indicative of Thug’s sexuality or gender identity, and by his own admission, there should be no question that he identifies as a heterosexual male. Nevertheless, his gratuitous displays of affection towards his male friends, and unfettered love of blouses and skinny jeans, have managed to generate substantial dispute.

 Last week, producers London on da Track and Beatmonster Marc, who are affiliates of Thug, added fuel to the fire when they suddenly found themselves embroiled in a gay porn scandal. During a studio session that allegedly included Thug and rappers Kid Ink and Tyga, Marc posted an Instagram video intended to showcase the crew hard at work. The innocent recording quickly attracted the biting commentary of idle twitter fingers when a few keen eyes noticed what appeared to be a bit of male-on-male action taking place on an oversized television screen.

The conclusion many jumped to was that the group had been participating in some sort of group Netflix and chill scenario that had somehow turned 50 shades of homoerotic. Marc quickly refuted the claims, stating they had simply been watching Game of Thrones, which to be fair, has been known to feature its fair share of same-sex loving.

However, given the curiosity surrounding Young Thug’s sexuality, some took the incident as confirmation that Thug was indeed hiding his true preferences. Even if he is, that is of course his right and prerogative. However, that is only one possibility. Another is that Young Thug is simply so comfortable being Young Thug that heteronormative gender distinctions mean nothing to him.

It all combines to make Young Thug something of an anomaly to many. In the same way Riley was forced to reevaluate his perceptions of masculinity and its role in hip-hop, those who come into contact with Young Thug often subconsciously or consciously do the same. With each new outfit or Instagram post, Thug manages to incite debate around what is acceptable as a man, and as a hip-hop artist; he’s also unintentionally (or intentionally) made people question what these supposed acceptable patterns of behavior even have to do with an artist’s ability to make music (nothing, really). And despite, or maybe because of his non-conformist attitude, Thug is successful.

Seeing Thug blur and at times flat out erase the lines of what many perceive as appropriate masculine behavior, and in turn seeing the confusion it causes, is like watching an episode of the The Boondocks play out in reality. But instead of desperately clinging to the status quo in order hide a secret like Gangstalicious, Thug gleefully flouts the status quo. The outcome is still the same in that both the ficitional Gangstalicious and the very real Young Thug cause people to question pre-conceieved notions about gender and sexuality.

Listen to #HipHop and #RnB #MusicChannels on SiriusXM

 

Listen to Hip-hop from its early drum break and b-boying beat to today’s alternative and experimental sounds. Hardcore rap to modern trap. Doo-wop and funk to classic and neo soul. Reggae yesterday and present day.

Listen to Hot hip-hop by Post Malone, 2 Chainz, Drake, DaBaby, and Cardi B. Plus channels inspired by LL Cool J and Eminem. Love songs by Luther Vandross, Patti LaBelle, and many more.

#MusicVideosWeLove Method Man Ft Mary J. Blige - You're All I Need

With Mary J. Blige singing the choruses, and backing vocals, the song is a remix of Method Man's "All I Need" (which appears on his 1994 debut album Tical. The song also ended up winning the duo the Grammy Award for Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group in 1996.

In 2009, Method Man and Mary J. Blige performed the song together at VH1's 6th Annual Hip Hop Honors ceremony. The song is often cited as the hybrid of what's now known as "Thug-Love" duets.

Mr Mince Ft Safaree - Wine Ya Body Remix

Statesboro, Georgia very own Mr. Mince is on fire right now fresh off signing a major label distribution deal with Priority Records.