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Here’s a Look at the First Trailer for Andre 3000’s Turn as Jimi Hendrix (Video)

All is By My Side, the film featuring Andre 3000 as Jimi Hendrix, hits theaters on 9/26. Here's a look at the first official trailer for the film. Check out the video. Related: How Will Andre 3000 Fare as Jimi Hendrix? Watch This 1st Look and Weigh In (Video)... Read more

July 3, 2014 Video

T-Pain Documents a Complex Relationship on Love Suicide (Video)

Despite Jay Z's infamous declaration in 2009, T-Pain is back with a vengeance, autotune and all. After getting the party started with "Up Down," he returns with a signature song about complex relationships. Check out the video for "Love Suicide." Related: You heard the “G-Mix” for Wiz Khalifa’s Black &... Read more

July 3, 2014 Video

Is Joe Budden Risking His Career by Battling Hollow Da Don? (Video)

On July 12, Joe Budden will step out of the booth and into battle with Hollow Da Don. Though Budden is undoubtedly one of the more skilled MCs in the game, is he risking his career with this battle? Just as great ballers (MJ, Kobe, LeBron) eventually stop participating in... Read more

July 3, 2014 Video

Here’s a Playlist of the Best Hip-Hop to Drop in June 2014 (Audio Playlist)

June brought some of the best Hip-Hop of the year, so far. We got new music from G-Unit, Common, Marsha Ambrosius & Dr. Dre, Ab-Soul & Kendrick Lamar, Souls of Mischief, Cormega, Mac Miller & Pete Rock, Black Thought, The Lox, Buckshot, Yasiin Bey & Mannie Fresh, Black Milk, Ice... Read more

July 3, 2014 Audio, Featured-homepage, Fresh, Playlists

Chris Rivers (aka Baby Pun) Goes 0 to 100 on a Tony Touch Freestyle (Video)

Chris Rivers got his shot at a Toca Tuesday Freestyle, and Tony Touch hit him with the 0 to 100 track. Baby Pun got busy, flexing his flow that is oh so reminiscent of his Pops. Check out the video. Related: Styles P & Chris Rivers Have Trust Issues, But... Read more

July 2, 2014 Video

M.K. Assante Draws Inspiration from Maya Angelou & J. Dilla on My Victory (Audio)

Author, scholar, poet and MC, M.K. Assante, draws inspiration from Maya Angelou and J. Dilla on "My Victory." M.K. sprinkles in his heady verses, accompanied by some words of wisdom from Dr. Angelou and a killer beat from Dilla. Check it out. Related: M.K. Asante Recruits Talib Kweli, Ras Kass... Read more

July 1, 2014 Audio

Cam’ron Goes to Work on a Chopped Up Soul Loop. Talk About It (Audio)

Cam'ron has released a new EP called First of the Month. "Talk About It," is the latest release from the project and features Cam going to work on a chopped up soul loop. Check it out. Related: Cam’ron & Just Blaze Reunite In What Feels Like A Come Home With... Read more

July 1, 2014 Audio

Don’t Fight the Feeling with The Game, Too Short & Problem (Audio)

Deep into Too Short's 1988 album, Life is Too Short, lies a bombastic funk track called "Don't Fight the Feelin'." The Game has dusted off that record and recruited Short Dog, himself, as well as Problem, AV and Eric Bellinger. Check out "Or Nah."... Read more

July 1, 2014 Audio

Jeezy & Jay Z Bring Out Their A-Games on Their Latest Collabo (Audio)

Jeezy and Jay Z tend to bring out each other's best when they work together. Songs like "Go Crazy" and "Real As It Gets" find each extra focused on wordplay and flow. The latest in their growing joint catalog is Jeezy's "Seen It All," and each brings his A-Game. Like... Read more

July 1, 2014 Audio

Jennifer Hudson Brings Down the House with R. Kelly on It’s Your World (Audio)

It's bittersweet that 2014, the year that took the Godfather of House, Frankie Knuckles, would be a year that has featured a prominent resurgence of the deep soulful house that Knuckles brought to the world. Vic Mensa's "Down on My Luck" was a groovy blast that would fit right in... Read more

June 30, 2014 Audio

Ice Cube Teams Up With 2 Chainz on His Latest Release (Audio)

Ice Cube is back with a hot new track and a guest verse from 2 Chainz. This is very different from past Cube offerings, but it still bangs. Check out "Drop Girl," also featuring Red Foo. Related: Think Kevin Hart is Funny? Ice Cube Doesn’t. Here’s Why (Video)... Read more

June 30, 2014 Audio

Questlove & Black Thought Discuss Their Illustrious History & Kick a Freestyle (Video)

Here's an extended interview with The Roots' Questlove & Black Thought. The duo discusses their creative process, performing with Dave Chappelle, fellow music alums from their high school (Bilal, Boyz II Men) and more. They end the session with a freestyle with Thought supplying the off the top rhymes and... Read more

June 28, 2014 Video

Don Cheadle Speaks with Miles Davis’ Family About Portraying the Trumpeter (Video)

Don Cheadle is preparing for what could be his role of a lifetime. The quietly intense thespian will be portraying Miles Davis in the biopic, Miles Ahead. He met with some members of Davis' family to discuss Miles and they described why they thought Cheadle was the perfect fit to... Read more

June 27, 2014 Video

Odd Future’s The Internet are Bringing Back Neosoul One Amazing Groove at a Time (Video)

Though artists like Tyler, The Creator, Frank Ocean and Earl Sweatshirt are among the higher profile members of the Odd Future collective, soul band, The Internet, are quickly making a name for themselves. They're live instrumentation harkens back to the musical lushness of the Neosoul era. Check out their new... Read more

June 27, 2014 Video

Raekwon Gets Open Over Another Hot 90’s R&B Joint. Stop Trippin’ (Audio)

Raekwon has a taste for the "back in the day" goodies. His latest concoction is a verse over Horace Brown's quiet storm staple, "Stop Trippin'." Check it out. Related: Raekwon Puts His Stamp on Rose Royce's Wishing on a Star (Audio)... Read more

June 26, 2014 Audio

Ghostface Killah Joins Mobb Deep on !llmind’s Remix to Dirt (Audio)

Ghostface Killah jumps on the remix to Mobb Deep's "Dirt" and makes it even grimier. !llmind holds down the menacing production. Check it out. Related: Mobb Deep & Big Noyd Come Back Together On A Rich Soundscape (Audio)... Read more

June 26, 2014 Audio

Here is One of the Best Articles on Kendrick Lamar Ever Written. Guaranteed.

There have been thousands of articles written about Kendrick Lamar; maybe tens of thousands. This comprehensive piece by the New York Times' Lizzy Goodman is hands down one of the best you will ever read, if not the best. Goodman was granted unprecedented access to Kendrick over several months and... Read more

June 25, 2014 Fresh

Ep. 3 of The Message Documentary Looks at the Complicated Relationship Between Women & Hip-Hop (Full Video)

Episode 3 of BET's Hip-Hop documentary, The Message, examines the treatment of women in Hip-Hop, as well as the rise of mega Hip-Hop entrepreneurs. Artists like Lauryn Hill, Lil Kim, Foxy Brown and Missy are discussed, as well as Jay Z, Puff Daddy, Wu-Tang Clan and more. Guests include Nas,... Read more

June 25, 2014 Video

Faith Evans & Missy Elliott Combine for Some New Hip-Hop Soul (Audio)

In 2001, Faith Evans and Missy Elliott connected to cook up some dynamic Hip-Hop Soul on the remix to "Burnin' Up." 13 years later, the pair are at it again on Faith's new single, "I Deserve It." The result? Another party-starter...Check it out. Related: Missy Elliott is Working on a... Read more

June 25, 2014 Audio

Here’s a Side of Kanye West You May Have Never Seen…and It Might Just Be the Most Authentic (Video)

Kanye West is celebrated for fashion, art, braggadocio, rants, Kim and, most importantly, music. What is often overlooked, and possibly the thread through each of these elements, is his formidable intelligence. Kanye recently sat on a panel at the Cannes International Festival of Creativity with Steve Stoute (Tanning of America,... Read more

June 24, 2014 Video

Buckshot, P-Money & T’Nah Apex Remind That Hip-Hop is a Living Spectrum…and It’s the Sweetest Thing (Video)

There's a lot of chatter about which era is better in Hip-Hop. Truth is, Hip-Hop is and always will be a living, breathing spectrum of the music that is made, one day at a time. There was great Hip-Hop in the 90's. There was TERRIBLE Hip-Hop then too. There is... Read more

June 24, 2014 Video

The Lox Release Some New Fighting Music with D-Block Survivors (Audio)

The Lox are out to break some necks with their latest, literally and figuratively. "D-Block Survivors" is fighting music, plain and simple. The boom bap drums and horn sounds grab you by the throat from jump and don't let go. This is the 2nd release in 3 days from Styles,... Read more

June 23, 2014 Audio

Jhene Aiko Releases a New Song To Live & Die For (Audio)

Though Jhene Aiko quotes a bit of 50 Cent in her latest single, the song is irrefutably all hers. As Ms. Aiko prepares for her first performance at the BET Awards on Sunday and her forthcoming debut album, she lets this ethereal mid-tempo track fly. Check out To Live &... Read more

June 23, 2014 Audio

Kendrick Lamar Discusses His Growth as an Artist and a Person (Video)

Kendrick Lamar celebrated his 27th birthday last week. As part of a recent interview with Devi Dev, he discussed his growth both as an artist and a person since Hip-Hop took the good kid out of the mad city and into the world. He also discussed the new album, the... Read more

June 23, 2014 Video

Here’s a Fresh Back in the Day Mix of 90’s R&B. Reminisce to This (Audio)

Here's a fresh back in the day mix of 90's R&B from DJ Max October. It features sounds from Aaliyah, Usher, Xscape, SWV, Brandy, Case, Total, Blackstreet, 702, Lauryn Hill, Monica and more. This one is guaranteed to leave you wanting more. Check it out. Related: DJ Jazzy Jeff &... Read more

June 23, 2014 Throwback

What’s the Biggest Way the Internet Has Changed Hip-Hop? (Video)

The final installment of BET's 4-part Hip-Hop documentary, The Message, discusses how the digital revolution transformed Hip-Hop. Kendrick Lamar, J. Cole, A$AP Rocky, Meek Mill, Mac Miller and many of the Internet's biggest benefactors discuss its impact on their careers and the culture, generally. The episode also features Nas, Wyclef,... Read more

June 23, 2014 Video

This Week Brought Videos From J. Cole, G-Unit, T.I., Ab-Soul, Joell Ortiz, Dilated Peoples, Common & More (Video)

This week was a strong one for video. New visuals rolled in from Common, Ab-Soul, G-Unit, T.I., Joell Ortiz, Dilated Peoples, The Game and more. There were also throwbacks from J. Cole & Michael Jackson. Additionally, Black Thought tackled the Harry Potter theme and Chris Rock announced a new tour.... Read more

June 22, 2014 Featured-homepage, Playlists, Video

Think Kevin Hart is Funny? Ice Cube Doesn’t. Here’s Why (Video)

Last week, both Ice Cube and Kevin Hart made appearances on Conan. While the 2 may not agree on much, they do share 1 belief: Ice Cube does not think Kevin Hart is funny. Here's a look at each breaking down how and why Cube gives Hart the mean face... Read more

June 22, 2014 Video

Chris Lighty Speaks on How He Started Violator (Video)

As part of its Hip-Hop documentary, The Message, BET conducted the last ever televised interview with Chris Lighty, prior to his death in 2012. As part of that session, Lighty spoke on how he made the transition from working with Russell Simmons and Lyor Cohen at Def Jam/Rush Management to... Read more

June 22, 2014 Video

Souls of Mischief Are Releasing Their First New Album in More Than 5 Years (Artwork & Tracklist)

2013 was a landmark year for Souls of Mischief, as they celebrated the 20th anniversary of their beloved album, '93 til Infinity. 2014 is shaping up to be another banner year for the group, as they are gearing up to release their first new album in more than 5 years.... Read more

June 22, 2014 Fresh

Here’s “A Lil Sumthin” New from Curren$y (Audio)

For the last several years, Curren$y has gravitated toward beats with dark and brooding chords. Purpdogg serves him just that on "A Lil Sumthin' (Come Up Big On Em), and Curren$y delivers his trademark laid back flow. Check it out. Related: Curren$y & Le$ Roll Out Over a Soulful OutKast... Read more

June 21, 2014 Audio

Ab-Soul Sings a Song of Pain & Sorrow on Closure (Video)

Ab-Soul fires another round from the chamber as the release date for his album, These Days, approaches (6/24). On Closure, Soul tries on a new flow that is more singing than rapping. The song and video showcase the pain of a disintegrating relationship. Check it out. Related: Ab-Soul Explains the... Read more

June 20, 2014 Video

Ab-Soul Explains the Religious Imagery of Stigmata and More (Video)

Ab-Soul recently had a fireside chat with Complex's Insanul Ahmed. Though the clip is only 7 minutes, Soulo covers a lot of ground. He discusses the thinking behind the religious imagery on his forthcoming album, These Days, not being signed to Interscope, his love for Jay-Z and Nas, the mythical... Read more

June 20, 2014 Video

Common & Hype Williams Release a Visually Stunning Short Film for Kingdom (Video)

With its swelling Gospel chorus and Common's piercing lyrics about the plight facing his hometown of Chicago, it's hard to imagine his song "Kingdom" could be any more powerful. However, when you combine that penetrating soundtrack with the visuals of Hype Williams, the song soars to a new level. Williams... Read more

June 18, 2014 Video

The N.W.A. Biopic is 100% Official…and it Has a Release Date

Last year, Ice Cube discussed the upcoming N.W.A biopic with Arsenio, which is being directed by F. Gary Gray (Friday, Set it Off), and it's been confirmed on numerous occasions, including by Dr. Dre. New details have surfaced, including cast names and a release date, that make the film all... Read more

June 18, 2014 Fresh

GQ, Problem & Bad Lucc Create a New East/West Coast Connection over a 9th Wonder Beat (Audio)

If you're not familiar with GQ, 9th Wonder's latest protege, this is a good place to start. The North Carolina spitter's crisp lyrics penetrate 9th's dense beats with precision. He links with Problem and Bad Lucc, 2 of the finest of Cali's new generation on "Falls Down." Hip-Hop, stand up.... Read more

June 18, 2014 Audio

DJ Jazzy Jeff Recounts His Surprise Performance with The Fresh Prince on Graham Norton (Video)

Remember the surprise performance by DJ Jazzy Jeff, The Fresh Prince, Jaden Smith and Alfonso Ribeiro on The Graham Norton Show last year? Jeff breaks down the story of how it all came to pass in the latest episode of Vinyl Destination. It was not an easy trip...Check out the... Read more

June 18, 2014 Video

Ep. 2 of The Message Documentary Covers East vs. West Beef, The Rise of The South & More (Full Video)

Part 2 of The Message, BET's 4-part documentary chronicling the history of Hip-Hop, covers the Bad Boy vs. Death Row beef, the rise of Southern Hip-Hop, the "bling" era, the attempted censorship of Rap music and more. The episode features commentary from Snoop, Uncle Luke, Master P, Juicy J, The... Read more

June 17, 2014 Video

Get Ready. Chris Rock is Spreading the Black Plague…(Video)

Dave Chappelle is not the only comedic giant returning to stand up this year. Fresh off his announcement as host of the BET Awards, Chris Rock sat down with Jimmy Fallon on the Tonight Show and told Fallon he is going on tour. Rock revealed the name is "The Black... Read more

June 17, 2014 Video

T.I. Gives a Taste of Brazil That is Far From Mediocre in His Latest Visual (Video)

T.I. conducted a listening party in NYC earlier tonight at the School of Visual Arts. He had a spirited and engaging conversation with Lil Duval. As part of the talk, he told the story behind the video for No Mediocre, his collaboration with Iggy Azalea. He explained that, despite the... Read more

June 17, 2014 Video

AFH Salutes the Father’s of Hip-Hop (Video Playlist)

In celebration of Father's Day, we salute some of the Fathers of Hip-Hop. Here's a video playlist with some key moments in time from Grandmaster Flash & The Furious 5, Afrika Bambaataa, The Rock Steady Crew, The Cold Crush Brothers, Kurtis Blow and more. Check it out. Related: Episode 1... Read more

June 15, 2014 Throwback

Yelawolf is Back with a Hard Driving Guitar-Tinged New Release (Audio)

Yelawolf has been relatively quiet this year, but he's back with a hard driving, guitar-tinged new single dedicated to one of the love's of his life. Check out Honey Brown. Related: Yelawolf Turns The Keys To The Pickup Truck In Box Chevy V (Video)... Read more

June 12, 2014 Audio

Ice Cube, Nas, Snoop & More Speak on the History of N.W.A. (Video)

Who better to speak on the historical impact of N.W.A. than Ice Cube? As part of their ongoing Hip-Hop documentary, The Message, BET sat down with the West Coast legend for an extended conversation about the origins of his group. Others like Nas & Snoop also weighed in with their... Read more

June 11, 2014 Throwback

Episode 1 of The Message Documentary Speaks on Kool Herc, Afrika Bambaataa, Grandmaster Flash, Run-D.M.C., LL Coo J & Much More (Full Video)

Episode 1 of BET's Hip-Hop documentary, The Message, covers roughly the first decade of Hip-Hop. It addresses pioneers like Kool Herc, Afrika Bambaataa, Grandmaster Flash, LL Cool J, Run-D.M.C., Cold Crush Brothers and more. It also features several luminaries including Doug E Fresh, Fab 5 Freddy, Ice Cube, DJ Premier,... Read more

June 11, 2014 Throwback

Think Drake Takes Himself Too Seriously? Think Again. Here’s Some Sound Advice for Him (Video)

Though Drake's music career has taken a front seat to his acting, he's proven on SNL and other vehicles that he still has his thespian chops. In particular, he's flexed his comedic abilities, never being afraid to take shots at himself, or at least the perceptions about him. In Sound... Read more

June 11, 2014 Video

Kendrick Lamar Confirms New Album; Talks Investment Strategies (Video)

Kendrick Lamar spoke with Revolt about a number of topics, including his new album (Dre is working on it), comments about him from Troy Ave and Lupe Fiasco, the good Dr. Dre's Apple/Beats transaction and more. In one of the most interesting exchanges, he discusses his investment strategies as he... Read more

June 10, 2014 Video

Ab-Soul & Schoolboy Q Sound Like Money. A Hunnid Stax to Be Exact (Audio)

Ab-Soul just dropped the 2nd release from his upcoming Stigmata album and it's a BANGER. Check out Hunnid Stax, featuring his TDE brother, Schoolboy Q. Related: Ab-Soul Uses Jay Z Lyrics To Break Down Stigmata (Video)... Read more

June 10, 2014 Audio

The Newly Reunited G-Unit is Wasting No Time. Here’s Another New Track (Audio)

Since publicly reuniting a little over a week ago at Hot 97's Summer Jam, G-Unit has wasted no time releasing new music. After releasing 3 songs last week, here's another track. This time, they take a spin on Trey Songz's Ordinary Ni**a. Check it out. Related: G-Unit’s Engine Just Started... Read more

June 10, 2014 Audio

Nicki Minaj Has Released a Simple But Visually Stunning Video for Pills N Potions (Video)

Sometimes less is more. That is certainly the case for Nicki Minaj in the arresting video for Pills N Potions. Gone are the contact lenses, multicolored wigs and other attention-grabbing features that have accompanied Ms. Minaj the last few years. What remains is a more subtle but deceptively powerful version... Read more

June 10, 2014 Video

Tyler the Creator is Not a Rapper. He’s an Artist…Here’s Why (Video)

Tyler the Creator recently appeared on Larry King Now and gave one of his most compelling interviews to date. He spoke about the importance of authenticity to him, defusing the power of derogatory words, his desire to be known as an artist of many talents (rather than just a rapper),... Read more

June 8, 2014 Video