Nelly Sells Music Catalog for $50 Million

 

According to AllHipHop.com, a source close to Nelly revealed that the St. Louis entertainer has sold 50% of his music catalog for $50 million.

Nelly reportedly made the deal with HarbourView Equity Partners for "select recorded assets," including 8 albums and a slew of #1 singles like Grammy-winning singles "Dilemma" ft. Kelly Rowland and "Hot in Herre."

NBA Youngboy Sued

 

NBA Youngboy has been staying out of trouble, but his past may be returning to haunt him. Reports surfaced noting the rapper is now facing a lawsuit from an incident that allegedly went down in 2019 at one of his shows. 

Wu-Tang Clan and Nas Announces 'New York State Of Mind Tour'

 

Two of New York’s finest hip-hop acts are coming together for a collaborative tour. On Tuesday (April 19), the Wu-Tang Clan and Nas announced their New York State Of Mind Tour.

Produced by Live Nation, the 25-stop event begins Tuesday, Aug 30 in St. Louis, Missouri and will continue through major cities across North America including Toronto, D.C., Raleigh, Atlanta, Houston, and Oakland, before wrapping up Tuesday, October 4 in Los Angles, California.

#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).

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.

Why Nelly And KRS-One Rap Beef Happened

In 2002, Nelly was one of hip-hop's biggest stars. His 2000 breakout debut, Country Grammar, sold nine million records.

Old school boom-bap rap pioneer, KRS-One, who had earned a reputation not just for his community-conscious lyrics but for never shying away from a lyrical showdown, called Nelly out.

KRS— who by that time had already proclaimed himself to be a keeper of classic hip-hop— voiced his discontent with Nelly on the track "Clear Em Out" from the compilation The Difference.

The song was aimed at pop-rap, and given his success as hip-hop's reigning top-seller at the time. Nelly took offense. He'd just dropped the track "#1" from the Training Day soundtrack, where he was defending his right to reign on top of the charts.

"He had to defend himself. He's like, 'My career probably wouldn't be here if it wasn't for KRS-One,' that's what Nelly is on. My man got tired of critics and made a song '#1.' He wasn't specifically talking about nobody, but if the shoe fits, wear it."

KRS claimed he even sent an email to Nelly's camp, explaining there was no beef and he wasn't interested in getting into it with the St. Louis star. Nelly didn't get the memo, however, and in response, recorded a verse on the Freeway's "Roc the Mic" remix, on which he called out the veteran rhymer, letter by letter.

KRS responded by calling for an actual boycott of Nelly's album, Nellyville, which was scheduled to drop that June 2002, dramatically declaring himself a "sovereign power" in the process. Nelly challenged a sovereign power.

Needless to say, the whole boycott thing didn't exactly pan out the way KRS had hoped. June 25, 2002, rolled around, Nelly dropped Nellyville, and the entire world danced to the album's monster hit, "Hot in Herre." Nellyville ended up selling over 6 million albums and it stands as the 14th best-selling rap album of all time.

What's Your Favorite Guns N Roses Track?

Mainstream hard rock wasn't the same after the members of Guns n' Roses sank their teeth into it. During its late '80s and early '90s heyday, Guns n' Roses perpetually teetered on the brink of chaos and threatened to implode.

Guns n' Roses' penchant for chaos and unpredictable behavior grew in proportion with its popularity; in fact, this was part of its charm. But despite hard rock tendencies and an off-putting attitude, the band had deep respect for tradition.

Unfortunately, the stress and tension that came with global superstardom—and distractions ranging from various members' substance abuse issues to notorious concert riots in St. Louis and Montreal —took their toll.

Axl Rose is worth $200 million as of 2018, putting him nearly on par with modern day superstar Kanye West. Unlike many of today's musicians, who make money from acting and endorsement deals, most of Rose's earnings are from album sales and touring.

"Knockin' On Heaven's Door" is the most loved song from Guns N Roses selected by members of the Wrap-Up Magazine. What's Your Favorite Guns N Roses Track? Comment or share this article. Lets get more involved.

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Snoop Dogg Receives Star On Hollywood Walk Of Fame

The honor arrives nearly 25 years after the “Peaches And Cream” rapper introduced himself Snoop Dogg to the music industry with his debut album Doggystyle. Since then, the veteran artist went on to rack up awards, star in films, and host an Emmy-nominated show alongside Martha Stewart.

Snoop Dogg will now be referred to as the 2,651st recipient of a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The ceremony took place on Monday (Nov. 19) in the “Gin & Juice” rapper’s home state of California. At the start of his speech, the 47-year-old artist gave praise to Warren G, his family, his wife, and the battle rappers he encountered on his rise to fame.

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“Snoop is a multi-talent: rapper, songwriter, record producer, TV host, actor, author, entrepreneur,” Kimmel said before comically adding that Snoop won the Nobel Peace Prize for combining gin and juice. “You crossed over color lines, you crossed over genre lines before almost anyone else in hip-hop did that. You put the O-G in D-O-double-G and I know you won’t remember any of this in half an hour but you’ve been such a good friend to me and I want to say congratulations and thank you.”

Dr. Dre also took to the podium, stating that almost 30 years as partners in music, he and Snoop have developed a bond that extends far beyond the studio. “I had no idea how I was going to do it, how it was going to get done, and them boom, here comes Snoop,” Dre said on putting together his The Chronic album. “A true diamond in the rough. Snoop is just pure raw talent. Nobody sounds like Snoop, and when he opens his mouth you know exactly who it is.”

Fellow Walk of Famer Quincy Jones also congratulated everyone’s favorite uncle for his prowess since the days of Doggystyle to serving as a beacon of entrepreneurship for young people. “It was 25 years ago, but it seems only yesterday that you and your crew were hanging at my house. I wasn’t even in town, but it’s alright though,” he said to laughs. “Because you were family then and you are family now and forever, eternally. How magnificent your journey has been from St. Louis to Long Beach to Hollywood.”

Woo Child releases Soleternity produced, 'Saturday'

St. Louis' own Woo Child connects with Soleternity, producer for Snoop Dogg and Tech N9ne, on the new banger, 'Saturday'. The dope new cut cements Woo as one of the cities top new talents and definitely someone to look out for.

#NewMusic by Woo Child - "Saturday" @therealwoo @soleternity

St. Louis rapper Woo Child presents his new single "Saturday", produced by Soleternity, the beatsmith behind songs by Snoop Dogg, Tech-N9ne, Young Buck, Bone Crusher and Khujo of the Goodie Mob. "'Saturday' represents the first day of true rest and relaxation for your average working class person," Woo says about his new single.

Meek Mill Sentenced To 2-4 Years In Prison

The 30-year old rapper, born Robert Williams, appeared before Brinkley in a Philadelphia courtroom, where she imposed a 2-4 year prison sentence. Common Pleas Judge Genece Brinkley, came down hard on Meek Mill Monday, November 6, after determining he violated his probation by getting arrested twice earlier this year.

The decision came down following Meek's March arrest in St. Louis for an alleged fight at an airport, and an August arrest in New York City, where he was accused of reckless driving. Both cases were later dropped, but Brinkley still decided that the "House Party" hit maker violated his probation, stemming from a 2009 drug and gun conviction.

Meek Mill Facing Prison Time

Meek Mill is going to court on Monday, November 6, to find out if he'll be disciplined for two recent arrests that could result in probation violations. The 30-year old Philadelphia rapper, born Robert Williams, was picked up at a St. Louis airport in March for an alleged fight. In August he was arrested in New York City, accused of reckless driving.

In February of 2016, Common Pleas Judge Genece Brinkley, sentenced Meek to 90 days house arrest and extended his probation by six years for leaving Philadelphia on several occasions without notifying his probation officer.

If Brinkley determines that the "House Party" hit maker has violated his probation again, she could impose a sentence of up to 20 months in prison, according to TMZ.

Huey - Pop, Lock, And Drop It Video

A look back at one of the hottest dance songs created for the clubs. Huey is an American rapper from St. Louis, Missouri. He is signed to Jive Records. In early March 2007, "Pop, Lock, and Drop It" debuted on the Billboard Hot 100 at number 98.

DMX Placed On House Arrest

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TMZ reports that the multi-platinum rapper, real name Earl Simmons, got an earful when he showed up for his bond hearing on Friday, August 11, 30 minutes late. DMX is out on bond in his tax evasion case, but isn't making it easy for the judge not to throw him in jail.

He's allegedly failed four drug tests for cocaine and marijuana. In addition, X violated another condition of his bond by leaving New York City to take care of some family matters in St. Louis, without getting court permission first.

DMX is currently facing 14 counts of evading more than $1 million in federal taxes. If convicted he could be sentenced to 44 years in federal prison.

Meek Mill Charged With Assault

Meek Mill landed himself in some trouble while traveling to Miami from the St. Louis Airport, where he got into an altercation with an airport employee. According to TMZ, the employee wanted a photo with Meek, but he wasn't having it. The interaction between the men led to an altercation, and Meek and two airport employees were charged with a misdemeanor assault.

Meek was given a summons to appear in court but was not arrested after the incident. Meek is currently on probation for a weapons and drug conviction, although it's unclear if this would be considered a violation of his probation.

Ferguson Activist Found Dead

Darren Seals, an activist who gained prominence after protesting in Ferguson, was found shot to death inside of a burning car on Tuesday (September 6) around 1:50am. According to reports, St. Louis police were called to put out a burning car, and after they extinguished it, they found that the 29-year-old activist had been shot. His death is being treated as a homicide.

Seals was outspoken following the death of Mike Brown, who was shot dead by officer Darren Wilson, after he saw the 18-year-old lying dead in the street. Seals was featured speaking about the incidents in features from Al Jazeera and The Washington Post.

Family Loses Everything

A Georgia family lost nearly all of its possessions when the Craigslist movers it hired disappeared with a loaded truck. An unidentified woman victimized by the theft in Douglas County said that the belongings were worth $75,000.

“Ten years of memories, irreplaceable items, things that my husband and I worked hard for and earned. It’s just gone.” The truck, believed to be stolen, had nothing inside when it was found by police in Atlanta, though the family has mysteriously recovered some of its most important documents.

Birth certificates, death certificates and other essential papers were found when one box was discovered dumped two days later, though an iPad that had been inside was missing. A St. Louis couple across the country fell victim to a similar scheme late last year, paying $1,100 to a company they found on Craigslist and then waiting in vain for their items to show up in North Carolina.

Gansta Marcus Talks When Rappers Give Back

This is the way! Giving back to your community. Game started off his Robin Hood Project in 2013 around the time that he learned that Tiana Ricks, a 6-year-old girl, and her father were gunned down outside a family home in Moreno Valley. Diddy proved his dedication to philanthropy in 2003 when he raised over $2 million for children with HIV/AIDS by running in the New York City Marathon. After his sister was diagnosed with leukemia, St. Louis rapper Nelly registered thousands of donors and raised money for cancer research.

Gansta Marcus has done as much as the rest of the rappers in the industry without fame or fortune. Throughtout the years, times has changed in our youth and the picture is much clearer than others that the future is destined for hell. Its up to us to find a way for our future generation to become great.

Rappers catch a lot of flack for spending their moolah on huge mansions, cars and women, but did you know they give back in a big way too? From J. Cole to Big Sean to Diddy, these rappers made positive impacts on their hometowns by giving back.

This week has been the week of goodwill with many of America's hottest rappers giving back to their community. Gansta Marcus will be doing his bid by giving back to all the rappers in the community by releases there music in three installments titled "The Vault."

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St. Joe Louis - Cloud Club Over Everything Mixtape

St. Joe Louis are a group comprised of producer/emcee Elete Wright, and two MC's Michael Cardigan and Tom Chase. After multiple smoke filled studio sessions, debaucherous all night parties, St. Joe Louis actually found some time to craft a 12 track project, which consequently birthed the social movement "The Cloud Club." The album features lead single "I Rise" featuring Nemo Achida, the stunning "Step Brothers," send up "Pony Boy (Stay Golden)" and the anthem "Powdered Gold" anchoring a world of placing your dreams first.

St. Joe Louis - I Rise Ft Nemo Achida

After releasing a collaborative international EP with German producers JR & PH7 and NJ's Brokn Englsh titled "My Favorite Demons" on Soulspazm back in 12', St Joe Louis are returning with a new full-length LP "Cloud Club Over Everything."

"I Rise" is the first official single off their upcoming sophomore album, as NJ/Texas rap group St. Joe Louis (Michael Cardigan x Tommie Chase x Elete Wright) and featured guest Nemo Achida get reflective over an impressive Elete Wright production.