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SneakerCon is Coming to LA!!!

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Go ape sh*t!

To our friends and fam and readers in the Los Angeles area, we want you to know that Christmas is coming early for you guys this year! Well, maybe I’m exaggerating a bit, but to all you sneaker aficionados’ and sole heads out there you’ll be lit like a Christmas tree to know that after a successful stint in NYC, SneakerCon is taking their talents to the west on Saturday, December 17th from 12 – 7pm at the Los Angeles Convention Center.

This is the most sought after event for buying, selling, and trading some of the world’s most exclusive footwear. Save the date and mark your calenders because you won’t want to miss!  Admission is a reasonable $12 considering what most of us pay for strip club entry. And for those of you who do make the event, feel free to send in some user submissions to us info@hiphopenquirer.com!

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Excluusive!! Oprah, Tyler Perry, Ne-Yo, Terrence Howard & More Attend Screening of New Movie “Red Tails”

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Oprah, Tyler Perry & the Cast of Red Tails

On Saturday, media giants Oprah and Tyler Perry hosted a private screening of new flick Red Tails starring Ne-Yo, Terrence Howard, Cuba Gooding Jr., Elijah Kelly, Nate Parker, Tristan Wilds and directed by Anthony Hemingway. “Red Tails” is a World War II action movie, depicting the story of a group of black airmen who faced segregation during their Tuskegee training program, but were eventually called into duty. The screening was held at Dallas, TX’s AMC Theater at NorthPark Center.

Oprah seemed to enjoy mingling with the cast as she later tweeted Ne-Yo saying “@NeYoCompound you were really good and added  humor to this film. I loved the camaraderie with the bro’s. Loved meeting you.” Red Tails hits theaters January 20, check out the trailer and more pics below!

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New Music: Nicki Minaj – “Roman In Moscow”

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Roman Zolanski is back. Nicki Minaj’s alter ego has escaped his boarding school in Moscow wreaking havok on everyone.  Produced by StreetRunner and Sarom, “Roman in Moscow”  starts with piano strikes similar to a baby on a keyboard that go  into a free fall of dumping drums,  ignorant synths and crashing symbols. This definitely isn’t a pop affair. Nicki as Roman leaves behind her cutesy “Super Bass” persona in exchange for something more sinister. She starts off her first verse, “I’m big Willie, no bike gear/ I told you bitches last year, I’m a rap bitch nightmare/ That’s why I call you Buzz Lightyear/ ‘Cause by the time you start buzzin’ bitch, you gonna have white hair.” Check out the first single off of her  Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded album.

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Beyonce Addresses Baby Bump Rumors with Katie Couric

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This past Friday, superstar mommy-to-be Beyonce sat down with Katie Couric on ABC’s 20/20 to address all of the rumors surrounding her pregnancy that many news outlets have started to call “bizarre”. Beyonce told Couric that her and Jay-Z are keeping the due date secret to protect the baby. “The truth is, it’s safety. I just want to make sure I can have a peaceful day. And I want to make sure my child is protected” said Beyonce.

Beyonce also addresses rumors of her using a surrogate, how overprotective Grandma Tina Knowles and Auntie Solange already are of the baby and why she’s keeping the sex a secret. “I don’t care. I just want–I’m just like everyone else. And now I know why people say that, it’s true. I just want [a healthy baby],” said Beyonce on if the baby is a boy or girl. Check out the entire interview below!

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Video of The Day: Nas Gives his First Painting to Charity

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Nas hit the stage during the Music Loves Art event over the weekend at the Ricochet Lounge in Miami. It seems Illmatic wasn’t the only masterpiece Nasty Nas had up  his sleeve. Nas created a work of art that featured a man smoking a joint on it, which was auctioned to a member of the audience for $14,000.  The best part of the evening wasn’t when he shut the venue down while performing a few classics, it was when he announced that the proceeds of the evening will be going to charity. Check the video recap below.

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PICS!! Dwayne Wade, Gabrielle Union, Chris Bosh & More Get Fancy at Art Basel Miami

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Dwayne Wade & Gabrielle Union @ Art Basel Miami

Now that the NBA has announced that it’ll be back in full swing starting Christmas Day 2011, the stars of the Miami Heat stepped out for an evening of sophistication before getting back on the court. Dwayne Wade, his main chick Gabrielle Union, Chris Bosh and more attended The Art of Basketball, one of the exhibits at Miami’s Art Basel, a weekend full of international art shows and exhibits. Check out all the pics below to see who else made an appearance!

Chris Bosh who hosted "Art of Basketball"
Chris Bosh and Dwayne Wade
Juwan and Janine Howard
Chris and Adrienne Bosh

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New Music!! Roscoe Dash ft. Big Sean – “Sidity”

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Roscoe Dash and Big Sean keep the weekend going, after dropping “Sidity” off of Roscoe’s upcoming EP, J.U.I.C.E. which is slated to drop December 20th. The two team up to pay homage to all the independent and even “Sidity” ladies of the world. Since “No Hands” Roscoe Dash has been having a hard time finding that hit to put him back in the forefront of party Hip Hop, but he may have hit his target with this one. Check out the track below and let us know what you think!

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Red Cafe Talks New Album, Internet Thugs & Indie vs. Major

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Bad Boy’s Red Cafe sat down with blogger, Ms. Drama to talk about everything that’s been going on with his career such his long overdue debut album, why he chooses to stay independent over signing to a major label and his relationship with Diddy. Check out the full interview below.

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McDonald’s Cashier Cleared of All Assault Charges (photos inside)

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Mcintosh listening to the evidence being told to Grand Jury

The next time you think about treating a minimum wage worker in an inferior manner you might want to study the outcome of this case.

Rayon Mcintosh, a New York man who was previously arrested for giving two disrespectful customers a beating that was played all over the world has been cleared of all charges. A New York Grand Jury deliberated for a few hours before deciding that Mcintosh was justified in his actions. The man who had previously served a 10-year sentence for manslaughter was provoked according to the findings of the case.

You may remember that the two women became verbally abusive to him before one of them slapped him in the face then jumped over the counter only to be beat by the employee.

Prosecutor plays the video which showed women jumping over counter

What may have played in the grand jury returning a favorable outcome for the employee was the fact the two women were the aggressors in the case. Unfortunately for them, prosecutors have decided to proceed with criminal charges of trespassing and disorderly conduct, which most likely will result in probation and a fine. We believe that the beat down will serve as enough of a punishment for the two women and while we do not advocate violence towards women however we also don’t suggest placing your head in the mouth of a lion and not expect it to be bitten off!

Wonder if McDonald’s will rehire the man since he was fired after his arrest? Let’s hope no Occupy McDonald’s takes place?!

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Did Drake Fire Management Team? Some Say Yes, Some Say No.

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Yesterday a New York Post artcle was released stating that Cash Money/Young Money artist Aubrey “Drake” Grahm fired his  management team. Drake just felt like there were too many hands in his pockets. He was getting pulled in too many different directions.” Our source added there was conflict between the rapper’s original management team in Canada and the ones he picked up along the way. “His team from Canada is trying to wrestle back control,” a source said. “He may go back to them to streamline things.

In a statement sent to Billboard.biz, WME’s Christian Muirhead wrote: “WME now represents Drake in all areas worldwide.  Contrary to previous reports, there has been no change with Drake’s management team, and he continues to be managed by Gee Roberson, Al Branch, Kyambo Joshua and Cortez Bryant of Hip Hop Since 1978.”

As Billboard reported last month, Drake recently shifted the bulk of his representation to WME after several years at ICM, but would continue to be represented by ICM’s Robert Gibbs for domestic booking and managed by Hip Hop Since 1978. According to the WME rep who spoke to Billboard, the Young Money/Cash Money artist will continue to be represented by HHS78, the management firm founded by Gee Roberson and Kyambo “Hip Hop” Joshua and known for its high-profile client list, which includes Lil Wayne, Kanye West, Nicki Minaj, and T.I., among others, as well as Cortez Bryant’s Bryant Management, in addition to WME; Roberson was named chariman of Geffen Recrods earlier this year. Bryant, who is currently in Australia with Lil Wayne, had not responded to emails seeking comment at press time.

No one really knows whats going on, but everyone knows that something is. Hopefully we can find out what.

 

 

Video of the Day: Ludacris ft. Waka Flocka “Rich & Flexin”

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Fellow ATL Southsiders Ludacris & Waka Flocka teamed up for the latest video off of Luda’smixtape  1.21 giggawatts. The “Rich & Flexin” video displays Ludas extrordinary amount of wealth. The movie star/rapper  shows us the Rolls Royce as well as his own brand of cognac Conjure. Waka was not to be left behind with his iced out Fozzi Bear Chain. Luda keeps the ball rolling into 2012 with his 7th  studio album Ludaversal.

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Yullleee!! Soulja Boy Gets Evicted from Atlanta Home??

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According to TMZ, rapper Soulja Boy whose real name is DeAndre Way has been served an eviction notice for his Atlanta home. No one from Soulja’s Boy team was able to comment, but it’s been reported that the eviction notice was served after he failed to pay his November rent of $4,725.

As of now, Soulja Boy has until December 5 to pay his rent or it looks like he’ll be out on the streets. We’ll keep you updated on any updates to the story.

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Walk Like the Big Dogg!!! Snoop Dogg Launches Exclusive House Footwear..

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Snoop's Velvet House Shoe

Old school rapper Snoop Dogg is looking to expand his brand name. He’s doing so by introducing the The Snoop Velvet House Shoes in Navy sold exclusively on Karmaloop.com.  The 100% velvet upper with all cotton insole shoe features the west coast rapper’s signature silhouette along with embroidery at the heel and toe.

Its perfect for those days when chillin on the block worn with Dickies brand khakis, short sleeved woven plaid shirt topped off with a tilted skull cap. Or for those days sitting on the front porch of ya momma’s house with a 40oz. Old English in one hand and your Motorola beeper in the other.

Take a look at the other pics of the shoe below and decide for yourself if this is something you want to buy for the special OG in your life.

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Must-See!! Charlamagne tha God Goes IN on Bad Girl, Natalie Nunn

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In one of the best interviews I’ve seen of any Bad Girl, Breakfast Club’s Charlamagne the God and DJ Envy go in on former Bad Girls Club star, Natalie Nunn. The two tag team Natalie, grilling her on subjects like having degrees from USC but still opting to star on the Bad Girls Club and of course, her infamous chin. Angela Yee tries to diffuse the situation, but Charlamagne keeps on with his hilarious antics. See the full interview below as things get heated!

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