Future Hits

Video: Kanye West Performs “Black Skinhead” & “New Slaves” on SNL

Sunday, May 19th, 2013


After premiering “New Slaves” on 66 buildings worldwide, Kanye West makes his appearance on Saturday Night Live! He performs two new tracks off his upcoming album, Yeezus and it’s definitely a new Kanye. He kicked off the night with “Black Skinhead,” wearing a black leather jacket – channeling his inner rock star. For his next performance, he performs “New Slaves,” wearing a more relaxed fit; a black scoop-neck. Hit the jump to watch both of his performances.

Here’s a spoiler, the studio version to “New Slaves” features Frank Ocean!

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New Mixtape: Mando Fresko ‘That New Ish’ (Episode 16)

Saturday, May 11th, 2013



That New Ish mixtapes is your source of all the newest and hottest tracks of the month. 60 new minutes, of exclusive, new hip-hop, pop and club tracks for your workout at the gym, drive to work, or at home. Download a new mix every month. Tell-a-friend!

Download link, after the jump.
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#TELLAFRIEND Artist of the Week: Rockie Fresh – “Top of the World”

Thursday, May 9th, 2013


New week, new artist; this week’s #TELLAFRIEND Artist of the Week goes to Rockie Fresh. Signed to MMG, Rockie Fresh has put in work since his first mixtape back in 2009. The 22-year-old Chicago native has a very unique style to his flow, mixing both rock and hip-hop in his music.

Being the youngest member in the MMG label and the only one from the Chi, Rockie says he sees the world differently compared to his label-mates. It’s because of that, that his futuristic sound kicks in. Don’t sleep on this young talent, hit the jump and meet our #TELLAFRIEND Artist of the Week, Rockie Fresh.

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#TELLAFRIEND Artist of the Week: Yuna – “Let Love Come Through” & “I Wanna Go”

Thursday, May 2nd, 2013


If you haven’t heard about Malaysian singer-songwriter, Yuna your ears are definitely missing out. Last year, Yuna was introduced by Pharrell this year she’s set to release her first project with Verve Records. Yuna has grown a strong buzz all over the world! She gave up her traditional life in her Malaysia, moved to Los Angeles and went global.

The 26-year-old is not your typical pop star. She wears her hijab head scarf of her Islamic faith and it is because she still stays true to her religion she’s now an icon back home. Yuna is not only a pop-star but also quite the business woman. The law-school graduate has turned her personal style into a business with HER I AM JET FUEL shop in Malaysia. The shop sells the clothes she loves as well as her own line of Malaysian head scarves.

Get to know Yuna a little more below!

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#TELLAFRIEND Artist of the Week: Casey Veggies – “Faces”

Wednesday, April 3rd, 2013


We’re taking things back to the west coast this week, this week for our #TELLAFRIEND Artist of the Week with Casey Veggies! This guy has grown a strong buzz on his own; he first caught our attention back in 2011 when he was still in high school and part of OFWGKTA. Since then he’s branched out, graduated high school (with a live coverage from MTV at Crenshaw High), launched his own brand with Peas and Carrots International, just to name a few. Hit the jump to get familiar with a young king from the west, Casey Veggies.

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How Does J. Cole Feel About MTV’s Infamous List?

Monday, March 11th, 2013


Everybody and their momma’s have had something to say about MTV’s infamous, ‘Hottest MCs In The Game’ list, now it’s J. Cole‘s turn. He sits with DJ Drama and speaks on his new single “Power Trip” featuring Miguel, his cut on Lil Wayne‘s Dedication 4 and more! Listen to the interview below.

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[Update] Video: MTV’s ‘Hottest MCs In The Game Vlll’

Thursday, March 7th, 2013


MTV‘s, Hottest MCs In The Game Vlll, is back with fresh list! A show where you have a round table discussion with some of the best hip-hop minds on MTV, debate about some of your favorite artist. We have the entire list of artists that made it on this year from Meek Mill to Kanye West to Rick Ross. Who surpassed who and who didn’t make the list? G.O.O.D. Music really showed up on this list, we’ll leave it at that. Hit jump to see the who made the list.

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#TELLAFRIEND Artist of the Week: Johnny Polygon – “Vacation Suicide”

Wednesday, February 20th, 2013


Meet this week’s, #TELLAFRIEND Artist of the Week, Johnny Polygon. From Oklahoma to Los Angeles, this guy spits a mean flow with a very unique style. You actually might have heard some of his work on “Grand Theft Auto 4.” Since the release of his EP, Wolf in Cheap Clothing back in 2010, Johnny has grown a strong buzz in the music industry. Hit the jump to listen to his latest track, “Vacation Suicide.”

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Video: 2013 NBA All-Star Game Performances

Monday, February 18th, 2013


Houston, Texas was the place to be this weekend with the NBA All-Star Jam Session in town. This year the game was on point, the performances, well, we’ll let you be the judge of that. John Legend opened up with the National Anthem followed by Ne-Yo‘s performance and topped with Alicia Keys in the halftime show. Which was your favorite performance? Hit the jump to watch all three clips.

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Five Artist Who Should’ve Made This Year’s Grammy’s

Friday, February 8th, 2013


There’s been a lot of buzz this week for the Grammy’s about who’s going to win what, that will all end this weekend. We’ve seen the ballot and we’re glad to see some of our favorite artist on there, from Drake to Nas to Frank Ocean who is currently the leading nominee. Still we know a couple artists who didn’t make it on the ballot, when we really think they should have. The Grammy’s slept on these artist, but you won’t after the jump.

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Video: Bikers Shut Down I-10 FWY For Wedding Proposal

Tuesday, January 29th, 2013


With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, love is already in the air. What better way to show your significant other how much you love them than by shutting down the I-10 Freeway, right? That’s exactly what Hector ‘Tank’ Martinez did with the help of over three hundred of his fellow bikers.

According to sources, he had been planning this since October and he remembered his long-time girlfriend Paige Hernandez saying she always wanted her proposal in the bike scene and with all her family around. The entire proposal ran so smoothly, police were no where in sight. What’s the craziest proposal you’ve seen? Hit the jump to watch the clip.

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[Update] Photos: Chris Brown & Frank Ocean Fight in the Studio

Monday, January 28th, 2013


It’s true, Chris Brown and Frank Ocean get in a brawl. During a recording session at Westlake Studios in Los Angeles, Chris Brown went out to listen to one of his artists, on his way out he was stopped by Frank Ocean’s people. According to TMZ, Frank told Chris “This is my studio, this is my parking.” Chris reached out for a “hand shake” (according to what Frank told police, Chris was going for a punch) and that triggered one of Frank’s people to attack him. Sources say that Chris’ people jumped in immediately to back him up.

Chris left the scene before the cops arrive but Frank did stay to speak to them. No one seems to want to press charges and no arrests were made. Frank did take to his Twitter to reveal some unfortunate news. Hit the jump to see his tweets.

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