Kendrick Lamar’s good kid, m.A.A.d city Goes Platinum

Back in June, Kendrick Lamar received his platinum plaque after good kid, m.A.A.d city shipped over a million copies worldwide. Now, the self-proclaimed “King of New York” has officially sold that amount. Seemingly thanks to the controversy he caused from his “Control” verse, K. Dot was able to move another 9k this week, making the total sales of his debut album at 1,003,000.

In related news, Macklemore and Ryan Lewis’ The Heist moved another 16k, raising the total sales to 998k. Just two thousand short of a million.

Lloyd Banks x DJ Drama Announce “A.O.N.” Mixtape

Banks just hit the Twittersphere with news that he and Mr. Thanksgiving will be dropping the first in the A.O.N. (All Or Nothing) series (as alluded in this post) realsoon, with Vol. 1 adding the F.N.O. (Failure’s No Option) attribute.

Drake Shooting Video For New Single In Toronto

According to Drake’s fansite Word On Road, Drake is currently in Toronto shooting a video (directed by Director X) for his new single “Started From The Bottom.” The above image is one of a couple paparazzi-style shots the site took during the shoot. Click here for the rest.

News: THE-DREAM SHARES “LOVE IV” TENTATIVE TRACKLIST

The-Dream is still working on his fourth album, Love IV, which was previously expected this year. But, fans do not have to worry, as he looks to be pretty close to the finished product. In new pictures which surfaced online, the singer-songwriter / producer is seen working on the sequence, which shows 15 tracks, with a feature from Timbaland. This past Summers mild-hit, “Dope B*tch,” is not currently listed, but there are plenty more interesting titles. As he continues to finish up his next studio album, Dream will see his 2011 free project, “Terius Nash – 1977,” be releases commercially tomorrow December 18. Check out the tentative tracklisting for The Love IV below…

Breaking News: Jimmy Henchman Finally Confesses to Orchestrating The 1994 Shooting & Robbery Of Tupac Shakur

One of the greatest mysteries in hip-hop has finally gotten some closure. The person who planned the 1994 hit on Tupac Shakur at Quad Studios has finally come forward. After being convicted of running an interstate drug operation, Jimmy Henchman confessed to authorities he was the mastermind behind the shooting and robbery of Tupac Shakur that began the East Coast vs. West Coast war.

"Promised a payback, Jimmy Henchman, in due time
I know you bitch niggas is listenin, The World Is Mine
Set me up, wet me up, niggas stuck me up
Heard the guns bust but you tricks never shut me up"- Tupac - Against All Odds

 According to the Village Voice, Henchman participated in “Queen For A Day” government sessions last fall where he confessed to being the brains behind the operation that landed Tupac in the hospital nursing five gunshot wounds. (The “Queen For A Day” program allows suspected assailants under investigation choose to enter an agreement with the government to confess knowledge of certain crimes with the agreement that the information won’t be used to prosecute them.)


 His confession unfolded as he was trying to carve out a cooperation deal that might lead to a reduced sentence, according to federal prosecutors. “Rosemond apparently came clean about his involvement in Tupac’s ambush shortly after his former best friend, Dexter Isaac, stepped forward last summer to publicly confess that he had led the attack on Shakur in 1994. Isaac released a statement on June 16, 2011 to allhiphop.com, saying it was Rosemond who had paid him to rob and pistol-whip Tupac.” The statute of limitations when it comes to the robbery is expired. Criminals suspected of robbery can be prosecuted up to seven years after the crime. Though, Henchman and and one of his partners in the Tupac shooting have confessed, they did so well after the statute of limitations had expired. So no extra years can be added on to Henchman’s sure-to-be lengthy prison sentence.

   

News: Chase N. Cashe (of Surf Club) – The Heir Up There (Artwork x Tracklist)

The Homie Chase N. Cashe will release his mixtape this Friday (February 10th) 

News: Lil Boosie’s Letter To Fans From Jail (Gives fans his Info to write him)

A letter to all my fans,

First, I want to than you all of you for supporting me through these hard time. Last month I was sentence to 8 years with credit for time served so i will have to do 19 months on that sentence. I go to trial for this murder charge in April so please keep me in your prayers.

To all my fans who write me through J-Pay make sure you put your address so I can respond. Its hard to write every body back but I will try my best to do so. I would also like my all my fans to support Young Jeezy new album TM 103 hes a real nigga with a big heart. I want to thank Plies, Yo Gotti, Marcus Spears, Jout Dallas, Earl Wayne and Jamarcus Russell for keeping it real with me and Pacman also. My daughter Iviona album will be coming soon so be on the lookout for it. Its HOTT!!!

I really appreciate everybody whos supporting www.boosiejustice.com and everyone who has sign the petition and brought Boosie Gear. I want all my fans to know that yall are so special to me because without you there would be no me. Congrats to Webbie on his new album Savage Life 3. New Boosie DVD “The Come Up” will be in stores soon. Life Story Book “The Truth” in stores end of 2012. My label, Bad Azz Ent, will be dropping a compilation this year and you already know how we do it. I want to thank GOD for everything and now I know the real from the fake and I can say that not too many are not real.

I also want to send love to the realest woman in the world my MAMA Mrs. Connie whos my best friend, mama, spiritual advisor and #1 Fan.

Boosie Boo

Torence Hatch #560699
LSP
Angola, LA 70712
CCR/DR D-1

News: Nicki Minaj Gets Her Own Barbie Doll

 According to Billboard, Mattel is creating a one-of-one Nicki Minaj doll with proceeds going to the Project Angel Food charity. Opening at $1,000, bids can be placed until December 19th.

“Barbie is obviously a pop culture icon. She’s been in the spotlight for over 50 years, and strikes that chord with girls of all ages in terms of being representative of the times. And Nicki is a big part of pop culture and also huge within the fashion industry, as well as a big Barbie fan,” says Stefani Yocky, a Barbie spokeswoman. “It’s really exciting for us that she’s been so generous to allow us to create this one-of-a-kind doll to support such an important cause.”


S/O Rapradar

News: Steve Rifkind Resurrects Loud Records

Yesterday evening, we got word that Asher Roth signed to Def Jam Records. Since the beginning of his career, he been inked to Steve Rifkind’s label, SRC.

This morning, Steve explained via his Twitter account that Ash’s new situation is part of a joint venture between Def Jam and his defunct imprint, Loud. Back in the 90s, Loud were pioneers in street promotions and signed acts like Mobb Deep, Wu-Tang Clan and Big Pun. Time to carry on tradition.

News: Drake Scraps Lil Wayne Joint Album

"Me and Wayne scrapped the idea of a collaboration album. We just agreed that it would be looked upon as…It would be sort of this competition [with Watch The Throne]. I feel like it would get caught in this whirlwind of hype. [Wayne] agreed. We just said, ‘If we do it, we’ll do it down the line. But right now is not the time.’”- Drake

Drake Take Care Cover & Tracklist

Feels like it’s been so long. Is life moving so fast in this generation that when we desire something it begins to move in slow motion? Are we just used to getting what we want right away? Or do we require one another to feel right about all that is going on around us? Maybe our anticipation is justified by the fact that we genuinely cannot wait to share a moment again? Either way, your life and mine are scheduled to meet on October 24…I wouldn’t miss it for the world.

See you soon.

Drake

1. Over My Dead Body
2. Shot For Me
3. Headlines
4. Crew Love (Feat. The Weeknd)
5. Take Care (Feat. Rihanna)
6. Marvin’s Room / Buried Alive Interlude
7. Under Ground Kings
8. We’ll Be Fine
9. Make Me Proud (Feat. Nicki Minaj)
10. Lord Knows (Feat. Rick Ross)
11. Cameras / Good Ones Go Interlude
12. Doing It Wrong
13. The Real Her Ft. Lil Wayne x Andre 3000)
14. HYFR (Hell Ya Fuckin Right) (Feat. Lil Wayne)
15. Look What You’ve Done
16. Practice
17. The Ride

Bonus:
18. Hate Sleeping Alone
19. Untitled (Feat. Lil Wayne)

News: Will Smith Becomes Phila 76ers Owner

Despite the NBA lockout, Will and Jada Smith acquired a piece of the Philadelphia 76ers. A native of Philly, the couple will have a minority stake of the team. According to majority owner and billionaire, Joshua Harris:


"My partners and I are thrilled to have become owners of the Sixers. It’s an honor to be part of this storied franchise. We want to build on the team’s momentum and be world class and cutting edge in everything we do."- Will Smith

News: A$AP Rocky Signs To RCA

“I feel great about the new deal; I believe it was destined and with a label like Polo Grounds & RCA behind me I don’t see anything stopping us,” stated A$AP Rocky. “I wanted go with the right partner that can help get a bigger platform to get me and my A$AP crew’s music and movement out. I expect to be in the same league as today’s most relevant artists, and there are just some things you can’t do on your own. The plan is to not only release great music, culture, and style for myself and A$AP worldwide, but to also be the next major artist/exec in the business and make great business men out of my brothers.” -A$AP Rocky

News: Diddy Saves Boys & Girls Club in Harlem

The donation will significantly impact the organization’s operations budget, which has been under tremendous pressure due to enormous shifts in federal, state and private funding.

“Mr. Combs’ contribution comes at a time when we were faced with the possibility of eliminating existing programs and/or club sites. 100% of Mr. Combs’ contribution will go directly to the young people, and provide educational, recreational and social enrichment programs allowing us to move forward as a club, uninterrupted.” Willie C. Bentley, Jr. Board Member and Resource Development Chair.

News: Kanye West & Russell Simmons at #OccupyWallStreet

Today, Russell brought none other than Kanye West down to take part in the #OccupyWallStreet protests. Both of these men are showing that they take their jobs as leaders of our generation seriously by participating in the peaceful protests. Russell says of Kanye joining him today: “It was amazing to see how people loved seeing Kanye West at Occupy Wall Street. His music and his art has always been about the voice and the power of the people. Kanye just wanted to come down and experience the growing movement that has opened the eyes of many around this country and around the world of the struggles of poor people. The energy at Liberty Plaza was electrifying and the momentum to get the money out of politics is growing quickly.”

News: Drake’s Take Care Pushed Back

The new date for Take Care is November 15th, 2011. I managed to create this album in my hometown of Toronto and the thoughts and stories I wanted to get across just became so clear. It truly felt like when I was here 3 years ago making So Far Gone. So I have completed 19 songs (17 on physical and 2 on bonus), and have run into a roadblock of clearing 3 samples in time to make the October 24th date. My options were to take the songs off and make the birthday release happen, or to take an extra couple weeks to get the paper work right and give you the album they way I NEED you to hear it. The choice was clear as day for me. November 15th you will get Take Care the exact way I created it with no trimmings. This music means too much to me to get attached to dates and I do apologize for the delay but I promise that it is only for the benefit of our experience together.Club Paradise Tour will also be moved to when students are back from the Christmas/New Year break so that I can get to more schools. New dates will be released in the next week…see you all soon. - Drake

Complex Presents: The 25 Best Drake Hooks

“25. Stunt Hard (Lil Wayne Ft. Drake & Kidd Kidd)”
“24. Still Fly (Page Ft. Drake)”
“23. Brand New”
“22. A Night Off (Ft. Lloyd)”
“21. Cece’s Interlude”
“20. The Resistance”
“19. Houstatlantavegas”
“18. Uptown (Ft. Bun B & Lil Wayne)”
“17. Fear”
“16. Paris Mortin Music (Rick Ross Ft. Drake)”
“15. Find Your Love”
“14. Put It Down (Bun B Ft. Drake)”
“13. 4 My Town (Play Ball) (Birdman Ft. Drake & Lil Wayne)”
“12. She Will (Lil Wayne Ft. Drake)”
“11. Marvin’s Room”
“10. Say Something (Timbaland Ft. Drake)”
“9. Light Up (Ft. Jay-Z)”
“8. Up All Night (Ft. Nicki Minaj)”
“7. Money To Blow (Birdman Ft. Drake & Lil Wayne)”
“6. Over”
“5. Killers (Ft. Nipsey Hussle)”
“4. Miss Me (Ft. Lil Wayne)/All Night Long (Ft. Bun B)”
“3. I’m On One (DJ Khaled Ft. Drake, Rick Ross & Lil Wayne)”
“2. Forever (Ft. Kanye West, Lil Wayne & Eminem)”
“1. Best I Ever Had”

News: RIP Steve Jobs 1955-2011

News: J.Cole Cole World Debuts At Number One

"So many people to stunt on, fighting the urge to be spiteful. This moment is too important for that. Just want to say THANK YOU.

Thanks to yall, we shook the game up. No chart topping single, just 2 years of hard work, great music and real ass fans. #1 album. Thanks to every fan that held me down, every friend, every blog, magazine, tv, radio station, dj’s and pd’s, I feel like we ALL won"- J.Cole

News: T.I. Released From Prison…Again

Once again, TIP has been released from prison and moved back into a halfway house to wrap up the remainder of his sentence. A few weeks ago, he was removed from his halfway house in Atlanta after his prison release in Arkansas for having one too many on board of his bus. His lawyer tells TMZ:

“We have good reason to believe that this favorable result was reached because of the proactive and assertive approach taken to protect T.I.’s rights by providing B.O.P. officials and the media with reliable and accurate information and that T.I. did not intend to violate his transfer furlough or any other B.O.P. rules en route from the prison facility in Arkansas to the halfway house in Atlanta.”

The Kang will officially be uncaged September 29 then under probation supervision for a year. 

-Rapradar.com