Rowdy Rebel - Whamm (Official Music Video)

 

Chicago rapper Rowdy Rebel premieres his new impressive single dubbed “Whamm”. The song “Whamm” fills in as a follow-up to Rowdy Rebel previous delivery titled “We On It” featuring, DBoyLo.

The Real R-Kelly Story

 

During his recording career, R-Kelly sold over 75 million records worldwide, making him the most commercially successful male R&B artist of the 1990s and one of the world's best-selling music artists.

Will R. Kelly's New Lawyer Get Him Acquitted?

 

R. Kelly’s new lawyer asked for an acquittal in his sex crimes case on Thursday, February 17, arguing that prosecutors were influenced by the Me Too movement in bringing charges that didn’t fit the allegations against him. Prosecutors were “invigorated by an influential social movement determined to punish centuries of male misbehavior through symbolic prosecutions of high-profile men,” Jennifer Bonjean, who successfully appealed Bill Cosby’s conviction, wrote in court filings. 

#PressPlay Vi City - OnGod @IamViCity

 

Vi City’s smash single “OnGod" featuring Harv has now amassed 1 million views on YouTube! With a plethora of promotion, including features on BET Jams, SiriusXM Radio, Gangsta Grillz, La Leakerz, and more — the traction for “OnGod” has spiked tremendously. Along with reaching his first “M” on YouTube, the record has 500k+ streams on both Apple Music and Spotify — and 230k+ plays on SoundCloud.

Kanye West Buys Spotify Music

 

Forbes declared Kanye West, a billionaire around this time last year, evaluating his worth at $1.3 billion. Kanye West disagreed and said the estimate was about $2 billion off. And he just proved to us all that he wasn’t lying. It’s official: As of today, the fashion and music mogul has just acquired the ever-popular audio streaming platform, Spotify.

Something big like this isn’t unpredictable for Kanye West, but people are curious about his intentions for buying out Spotify. Some are saying it’s just another outcome of the rivalry with long-time collaborator Jay-Z, who once held a majority stake in Tidal. I guess the Chicago native was really taking Watch The Throne literally… When will the Jay and Ye beef end?!

290 Leek F/ Fairplay 2333 (@Fairplay_2333) - "Get Yo Roll On"

Chicago artist 290 Leek releases his official music video for his record entitled "Get Yo Roll On" featuring fellow Chicago artist Fairplay 2333. "Get Yo Roll On" uses a sample from the classic Big Tymers hit record "Get Your Roll On"

#TuneIn to #MusicVideo by Vi City - OnGod @IamViCity

 

Ranging out of Chicago, Vi City is back on the music scene with a new music video titled "OnGod." Crafting a sound that captures the pain and hope of a youth striving to make a better way, combined with the ambition and skills to actually have made it out, the celebratory tones reign supreme on this wave of sound for the veteran rapper, songwriter and producer.

Vi’s introduction to the game came via working with Mathaus Ent. & Chilly of the 1st & 15th label in conjunction with Lupe Fiasco.  Shortly after, he connected with DJ Skee to release a mixtape under Skee’s Skeeter’s TV label. His next stint came working with St. Louis’ own, Nelly, co - penning the hit Country N**** Fly (CNF).

BTS: Fairplay 2333 (@Fairplay_2333) & 290 Leek - "Split It Up" | 290 Roe, 5iveStarTv, C Gabbana | "I Got The City" VLOG 6

Chicago artist Fairplay 2333 links up with fellow Chicago artist 290 Leek to shoot their official music video for "Split It Up", this is the behind the scenes VLOG and is installment number six of his "I Got The City" VLOG series. Appearances from 290 Roe, 5iveStarTv and C Gabbana.

The Fight For R. Kelly's $1.5 Million Dollar Royalty Account

 

R. Kelly has more than $1.5 million in a royalties account with Sony, the singer’s former record label. The question now: Who gets that money?

R. Kelly’s former Near West Side landlord secured a $3.5 million judgment earlier this year against the jailed singer to cover past-due rent. A woman sued the singer last year, alleging sexual abuse, and was awarded $4 million. That woman, who the Chicago Sun-Times is not naming, is one of Kelly’s four alleged victims in his pending criminal case in Cook County.

After the awards were issued in each suit, attorneys for both plaintiffs contacted Sony with a “citation to discover assets,” which revealed Kelly had $1,544,333 in a now-frozen royalties account.

Top 5 Lima, Ohio Artist Who Made The Biggest Impact In Our Hip-hop Community

These Lima, Ohio artist has stepped up to the plate and will leave there musical legacy over the city's rap culture. The Buckeye state has no shortage of celebrities, but these Top Five artist sure stood out among the rest.

Even though Eastside Po was not mentioned in the article, he is next up on the rising artist list.

These Are The Top 5 Lima, Ohio Artist That Left The Biggest Impact In Music

These Lima, Ohio artist has stepped up to the plate and will leave there musical legacy over the city's rap culture. The Buckeye state has no shortage of celebrities, but these Top Five artist sure stood out among the rest.

Even though Eastside Po was not mentioned in the article, he is next up on the rising artist list.

Were not saying that these are the best artist from Lima, Ohio, but I am noting that these are the artist who legacy will continue on through time.

In contrast with its East Coast, West Coast and Southern counterparts, Midwest hip hop has very few constants in style or production. Midwest hip hop's first dose of national popularity came in the mid-90s with the extremely fast-paced rappers known as Bone Thugs-n-Harmony (Cleveland), Twista (Chicago), Tech N9ne (Kansas City), Atmosphere (Minneapolis), and Eminem (Detroit).

But Ohio, in general, has a rich musical history that makes it one of the most important states when it comes to the evolution of sound in various genres. Everything from shock rock and industrial metal to funk and R&B developed in the Lima, Ohio area.

Feds Say They Found $1.2M Of R. Kelly's Money

Federal prosecutors say a bank account controlled by R&B singer R. Kelly received at least $1.2 million last year and was created shortly after the singer was charged with sex crimes in Cook County Circuit Court.

They also say Kelly opened the bank account in the name of a nominee, and, in recorded jail calls, the singer appears to have directed people to contact that person “to receive payments indirectly from Kelly.”

That, in part, is what prosecutors say investigators were looking into when they unexpectedly wound up with bank records belonging to an attorney representing R. Kelly in federal court in Brooklyn. Kelly’s defense team accused the feds last month of an “unreasonable, intimidating, and harassing fishing expedition into the records of Mr. Kelly’s current counsel.”

Ohio Producer Talks How R. Kelly's Music Will Last In Our Hearts Forever

Ohio rapper/producer Gansta Marcus has something he wants to say about R. Kelly, his music, and what the future could hold for the r&b superstar out of Chicago.

"Lets start off by saying that Kellz is more than just music, he is a man with feelings and a family. All this has taken its toll on the artist and his daughter. R. Kelly is also the first music artist to play professional basketball."

Since the 1990s, R. Kelly has been the subject of numerous allegations of sexual abuse and misconduct, often with underage girls, all charges he denies. In 2002, he was indicted on 13 counts of child pornography, but was acquitted of all charges in 2008.

What Roc Nation And The NFL Is Doing For Hadiya Pendleton

It's a good thing how Jay-Z is getting involved in our African American culture. It's time we slow down gun violence in our black communities. He is really using his voice to stand out behind his music while having the NFL to back him up.

Jay-Z's Team Roc and the NFL debuted a public service announcement that honors the life of Hadiya Pendleton, a young girl who was fatally shot in Chicago in 2013.

Hadiya Pendleton's family has continued to keep her legacy alive. The Chicago teen is the subject of Team Roc's latest PSA about putting an end to gun violence.

Pendleton is one of many stories of kids being killed by gun violence from all over the world. Pendleton was gunned down as she was spending time with friends at the city's Harsh Park.

The video titled "Hadiya's Promise" is narrated by her mother Cleopatra Cowley-Pendleton, who shared her daughter's hopes and dreams as well as her own efforts at social justice in her young years.

#MusicVideo Nu Man Fatin - Cloud Nine

Chicago Born Hip-Hop Artist, Nu Man Fatin is Riding High on Latest Single, "Cloud Nine". The single is available on all digital music platforms.

Mötley Crüe Sells 700,000 Tickets On It's First Weekend

The Stadium Tour featuring Def Leppard and Mötley Crüe with Poison and Joan Jett & The Blackhearts has sold more than 700,000 tickets and grossed over $90 million at the box office in the first weekend of sales.

The tour, which is promoted by Live Nation, saw the fastest sellout in Miller Park history in Milwaukee. Additional shows sold out instantly in Atlanta, Seattle, Charlotte, Dallas, Pittsburgh, Detroit, Chicago and Denver. In response to the fan demand, seven new shows in San Antonio, Kansas City, St. Louis, Minneapolis, Nashville, Cincinnati and Cleveland were announced.

Also See: New Music by Motley Crue - Ride With The Devil

Mötley Crüe made headlines in November when its members reneged on the cessation of touring agreement they entered into ahead of their farewell tour earlier this decade. Crüe played what was allegedly its final show on at Los Angeles' Staples Center on Dec. 31, 2015, capping a half-decade of touring that landed the band on Pollstar's Year End Top 200 North American Tours chart every year from 2010 to 2015.

Bucky Malone Drops “Motley Crue” #MusicVideo @buckymalone703 Shot by @ShotByOdre

DMV recording artist Bucky Malone is no stranger to getting creative and being transparent with his followers. That’s what people love the most about him! Known for hit single “Wi$hlist” and frequent collaborations with Chicago producer ICYTWAT, the artist keeps up the long-term momentum with his new album Stuck in My Ways.

Today, he shares the official music video for his record “Motley Crue” from the project. In "Motley Crue” captured by ShotbyOdre, the rap artist vents over a calming instrumental. He brings the song to life with a video where he is seen walking St. Pete Beach deep in thought.

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Should R. Kelly Still Be Named King Of R&B?

Although everything that surrounds R. Kelly today is controversy, how can you deny the King of R&B his spot? What artist carry more hits than Kellz? R. Kelly has been named by fans consistently as they engaged in the debate over which male artist currently sits on the throne.

Fairplay (@Fairplay_2333) F/ 7pm3 (@7pM3) - "Hardaway" Freestyle

Chicago multi talented artist Fairplay releases his music visual for his freestyle to Derez Deshon's smash hit "Hardaway" featuring 7pm3.
 

Understanding Michael Jackson and R. Kelly's Hit "You Are Not Alone"

We need to teach our youth the true on were music they listen to comes from. I know Michael Jackson and R Kelly true fans know which song I am talking about. "You Are Not Alone" was one of Michael's greatest hits that was written by R Kelly himself.