New Black Kid On The Block YG Debuts New Video “Toot It & Boot It”… WTH???

YG

Artist like Snoop, Dr. Dre and Eazy-E set the tone for the West Coast when it comes to music but now times are changing. The young kids are jerkin’, dougin’ and swaggin’ to this new jawn called “Toot It and Boot It”. Not so sure how we feel about kids chanting “Toot It and Boot It” at their high school graduation… SMH!!! Continue »

New Black Kid On The Block: Mary J. Blige’s Songwriter Dave Young Talks To BOSSIP

Dave Young

Singer/songwriter Dave Young has been flourishing behind the scenes as a songwriter for the likes of Mary J. Blige, Letoya Luckett and Faith Evans. Now, after touring alongside Blige as part of her Breakthrough tour, Young is ready for the spotlight as the marquee artist on Blige’s Matriarch label. Check out our interview with him below Continue »

What The Hell??? Hazel E “I Pop My Butt” Extended Version Feat. Asia Lynn

Hazel-E

“Valley Girl” rapper Hazel-E is at it again… Someone sent us her latest song “I Pop My Butt” featuring Asia Lynn on Twitter earlier this week and when we heard it we weren’t sure whether to laugh or cry. Pop the hood to listen and make sure you tell us if you Hate It Or Love It?!?! Continue »

On The Come Up: Through The Lenses Of Eyewear Designers Coco And Breezy

Coco and Breezy

In the fashion industry, twin sisters Coco & Breezy exemplify the importance of individuality as designers and entrepreneurs. At the ripe age of nineteen they’ve already cultivated a line of sunglasses and accessories that can be seen on red carpets and in music videos. Continue

New Music: Bei Maejor Enlists Keri Hilson For “Gamez”

Keri Hilson and Bei Maejor Gamez

Fresh off the remix for Ciara’s “Ride” that he produced and featured on alongside Andre 3000, Bei Maejor just dropped the first track off his upcoming free album uʍop ǝpısdn (Upside Down). “Gamez,” featuring famed songwriter-turned-artist Keri Hilson. Have a listen under the hood Continue »

New Black Kid On The Block: Boxing Kitten Designer Maya Lake Is Re-Defining Afro-Chic

Maya Lake of Boxing Kitten

Since Erykah Badu modeled her vibrant pieces in Giant magazine’s February 2008 issue, the designer and founder of Boxing Kitten, Maya Lake, has not been short of word-of-mouth publicity and celebrity buzz from the likes of Solange, Alicia Keys and Rihanna. For more on Maya…Continue

New Black Kid On The Block: Big K.R.I.T. Rocks ATL

Big K.R.I.T.

Def Jam may have a winner with new signee — Mississippi rapper Big K.R.I.T. (King Remembered In Time) who is already drawing comparisons to classic Southern hiphop acts like UGK and 8Ball and MJG. BOSSIP was in the building for K.R.I.T.’s first show in Atlanta this Saturday, pop the hood for a taste of the show Continue »

New Black Kid On The Block: Range

Range

Range is the newest addition to the Star Roc/Roc Nation family, a singer, songwriter and producer discovered by the superstar production duo Stargate. Pop the hood for more details on Range and to download his DJ Drama hosted mixtape. Continue »

On The Come Up: Shane Eli’s Ode To Being A Product Of The Swirl “Grey Area”

Shane Eli

At 6’6″ Canada-born, Los Angeles-based hip-hop artist/producer Shane Eli definitely towers over the competition. The producer behind Diggy Simmons’ single “What They Been Waiting For,” Shane has performed as an opening act for Common, Talib Kweli, Ludacris and Ciara and is now looking to take his own career to the next level. Pop the hood to hear his first single “Grey Area” Continue »

New Black Kid On The Block: Khalil “Girlfriend Ringtone”

Khalil Girlfriend Ringtone

Def Jam may be onto something with their “New Black Kid On The Block” Khalil. The 15-year-old singer from Atlanta is definitely a looker and there is something about his voice that sounds kind of familiar. Pop the hood to listen to his single “Girlfriend Ringtone” and let us know if you can figure out what it is. Continue »

*Bossip Exclusive* Nicole Lyons Is The First Black Woman EVERYTHING In Racing Cars!! Danica Who??

Nicole Lyons is doing big things in the NHRA circuit and for black women globally. By winning, challenging stereotypes and by being a banger that is so easy on the eyes… Nicole has nowhere to go but the top.

We got the scoop on Nicole and  MORE bangin’ pictures.

Pop the top and peep the interview and pictorial Continue »

Drake Goes To The Hood For P Reign Video Shoot *Exclusive Pics*

Drake Louie Rankin P Reign In My Hood

Drake hit Toronto’s hood for his homeboy (and rumored artist) P Reign’s videoshoot. Pop the hood for more shots Continue »

New Black Kid On The Block: STS “Sole Music”

"Rapper STS Sugar Tongue Slim"

STS is an Atlanta-Philly MC who has been touring with the Roots. He caught our attention with his “Demand More 2″ mixtape and we figured we’d share. Pop the hood to watch his video for “Sole Music” Continue »

New Black Kid On The Block: So This Dude “Tydis” Is Supposedly The Future??

Tydis is linked up with Trak Starz, who are Grammy award winning producers. The new video is called “Make Me Say” and features the New Boyz. The Track Starz say this about the youngster:

“Tydis will be the next biggest artist, he represents the future of where artist will be.”

What do you all think?

Is The Video And Song Bangin or Bullsh*t?

True Or False: Hollyweird Is Making A “Honey” Sequel?

"Jessica Alba on the cover of the Honey movie poster"

We’re confused… Wasn’t this movie a flop the first time around? Pop the hood for details Continue »