Roc This: Chase J's 'No Parking in the Red Zone' EP

Roc Nation singer/songwriter Chase J connects with producer Squat Beats for the No Parking in the Red Zone EP. It's a sweaty, electropop-laden project sure to get your head bobbing and your body moving.

The project, Chase J says, is all about taking control. "I didn't want to…

Adele, Rihanna Scoop BRIT Awards

Last night in London, the UK equivalent of the Grammys took place. The Brit Awards was laced with impressive performances from the likes of Florence and the Machine, Coldplay, Adele, Bruno Mars and Rihanna. The show was quite entertaining.
 

Nominated in three categories,…

This Week in Black Music History: February 20 - 26

What happened in black music this week? Get your pen and pad ready. History class is now in session.

Feb. 20, 1960: Jimi Hendrix, then a member of Seattle-based Rocking Kings, starts performing under the alias Maurice…

Stalley Raps for Charity

Here's a good one for you. Maybach Music Group rapper Stalley is playing a benefit concert in NYC next week. The show is on Monday, February 27th at the NYU campus. Portions of proceeds will go to Housing Works, a non-profit organization that aims to combat AIDs and…

Rick Ross Crowned MTV's Hottest MC

The year is 2012, and Rick Ross is the hottest MC in the proverbial rap game. At least, that's what MTV's brain trust arrived at after comparing various MC in the following categories: impact, sales, lyrics, style, and intangibles.
 

As is always the case with these things,…