On January 28, 2006, T.I. released his single “What You Know” from his fourth studio album ‘King’. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀ The single was also used in promotion for T.I’s film, ‘ATL’ which debuted in theaters two months later. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀ The single had much success and peaked at number three Hot …
Read More »Baller Alert’s Today in Hip-Hop: Foxy Brown Released ‘Chyna Doll’
⠀⠀ 19 years ago today, rapper Foxy Brown released her second studio album ‘Chyna Doll’ on Violator Records and Def Jam Recordings. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀ With the success of her debut album, ‘Ill Na Na’, Brown went to work on her second album, making sure that she was an executive producer …
Read More »Baller Alert’s Today in Hip-Hop: Nicki Minaj Released “Truffle Butter” Three Years Ago
⠀⠀ 3 years ago today, Nicki Minaj released the single “Truffle Butter,” featuring Drake and Lil Wayne from her third studio album, ‘The Pinkprint’. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀ Featuring verses from these Young Money all-stars, the single was an instant hit. According to multiple publications such as Slate and Pitchfork, the song …
Read More »Baller Alert’s Today in Hip-Hop: Young Jeezy Released “Go Getta” featuring R. Kelly
⠀ 11 years ago Young Jeezy released his single “Go Getta” featuring R. Kelly from his second album, ‘The Inspiration’. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀ The song was a club banger, combining Jeezy’s street persona and Kelly’s catchy vocals. It was a success peaking at number 18 on the Hot 100 and at …
Read More »Baller Alert’s Today in Hip-Hop: Wyclef Jean Released “Gone till November” 20 Years Ago
⠀ 20 years ago today, Wyclef Jean released his third single, “Gone till November”, from his debut solo album, ‘The Carnival’. Upon its release, the single was well received. Similar to other singles, the song showcased Wyclef’s ability as a solo artist after his departure from the iconic group, The …
Read More »Jay-Z to Be Honored with ‘Special Recognition’ Award at the 29th Annual GLAAD Media Awards
– blogged by: @ashleytearra Hip-Hop visionary #JayZ will receive the ‘Special Recognition’ award at this year’s 29th Annual GLAAD Media Awards. The 48-year-old is being honored for his acclaimed ‘4:44’ track, “Smile”, which featured his mother, Gloria Carter, publicly coming out as a lesbian. In the song, Hov …
Read More »Baller Alert’s Today in Hip-Hop: The Game Released Debut Album ‘The Documentary’ 13 Years Ago
⠀ 13 years ago today, The Game released his debut album ‘The Documentary’ on Aftermath Entertainment, G-Unit Records, and Interscope Records. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀ Featuring production from some of hip-hop’s biggest names such as Dr. Dre, Kanye West, Scott Storch and Timbaland, ‘The Documentary’ was a major success that catapulted The …
Read More »Baller Alert’s Today in Hip-Hop: 26th Anniversary of “Juice”
On January 17, 1992, the hip-hop crime film “Juice” was released in theaters. Starring hip-hop legend, Tupac Shakur, Omar Epps, Jermaine Hopkins, and Khalil Kain, “Juice” was the epitome of hip-hop culture. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀ From Q’s (Epps) DJing skills to their 90s street style, the film was a classic coming …
Read More »5 Artists With The Best Discography For A Road Trip
– Blogged by @climb_this_hill Everybody has their favorites, but there are a few projects out there that we can listen to all the way through, over and over. What’s a road trip without music? Guesstimating that you’re traveling anywhere from at least 10 hours or more, you’re going to …
Read More »Baller Alert’s Today in Hip-Hop: 18th Anniversary of “Next Friday”
18 years ago today, Ice Cube and comedian Mike Epps starred in the Blockbuster smash, “Next Friday”. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ The film was the sequel to Cube’s 1995 film “Friday” and told the story of Craig (Ice Cube) who has survived a street fight with the neighborhood thug Debo, and is …
Read More »Birthday Ballers: Top 10 Baby Making Songs From R. Kelly That Still Gets You In The Mood
On this day, we would like to wish the ever so talented R. Kelly a Happy 51st Birthday. To celebrate his birthday, we have compiled a list of 10 baby-making songs from R. Kelly that still gets you in the mood. When it comes to music, R. Kelly is super …
Read More »Baller Alert’s Today In Hip Hop: Diddy released “Can’t Nobody Hold Me Down”
-blogged by @lanaladonna Can you believe it? A whole 21 years ago, who we then knew as #PuffDaddy made his debut with the single “Can’t Nobody Hold Me Down” from debut album, “No Way Out.” Dominating the charts, “Can’t Nobody Hold Me Down” sat comfortably on the Billboard …
Read More »#BallerAlert’s Today in Hip-Hop: Kanye West Released ‘VH1 Storytellers’
Eight years ago today, Kanye West released his second live studio album, ‘VH1 Storytellers’. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ The album featured live editions of some West’s most popular songs such as “Good Life”, “Amazing”, “Touch the Sky” and “Flashing Lights”. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ Upon its release, the album received decent reviews such as …
Read More »Did Drake Call Truce With Meek Mill On “Family Feud” With Lil Wayne?
Just two years after Meek Mill accused Drake of using a ghostwriter, sparking the most entertaining beef of the year, Drake has seemingly settled his differences with the now-jailed Philly rapper. The same day Jay-Z released the visual to his song, “Family Feud,” Drake and Lil Wayne dropped their …
Read More »Baller Alert’s Year In Review: Top 10 Albums Of 2017
Blogged by: @worldwidekeege ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Leaving a legacy in the music game is important, and this year in music was one for the books. Children that can barely walk produced entire albums, artists released pure rawness in poetry, and even some record-breaking newcomers gained way and left fans tantalized. Of all the …
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