iSocialite Presents: The #BestOfPhilly Interview Series

iSocialite is proud to present our #BestOfPhilly Series! The purpose of our #BestOfPhilly series is to highlight the exceptional talent that resides in Philly. We will be interviewing the best of the best of Philly. This will include: rappers, singers, musicians, artists, DJ's, producers, designers, models, stylists, and more! Check it out!

iSocialiteTV: Exclusive Interview with Diggy Simmons

We recently caught up with Diggy Simmons backstage at the Scream Tour's stop in Philly! Check out the interview and what Diggy had to say!

iSocialiteTV: Exclusive Interview with Mindless Behavior!

We recently caught up with Mindless Behavior backstage at the Scream Tour's stop in Philly! Check out the interview and what the boys had to say!

iSocialiteTV: Exclusive Interview with Hamilton Park!

We recently caught up with Hamilton Park backstage at the Scream Tour's stop in Philly! Check out the interview and what the boys had to say! They are hilarious!

iSocialiteTV: Exclusive Interview with the OMG Girlz!

We recently caught up with the OMG Girlz on their tour bus at the Scream Tour's stop in Philly! Check out the interview and what the girls had to say!

SocializedTalk: Interview with Affion Crockett

We recently called up Affion Crockett to chat about his new show, In the Flow, Dave Chappelle, impersonations and more!

iSocialiteTV: Interview with Meek Mill

Jasmine and Shady got the chance to interview Maybach Music Group / Philly's own Meek Mill after the iVoted Concert. Watch the video here.

iSocialiteTV: Interview with Ciara

iSocialite caught up with Ciara backstage at the Sprite Step Off Competition in DC. Watch the video here.

iSocialiteTV: Interview with Big Sean

iSocialite was given the exclusive opportunity to blog about the days leading up to the Finally Famous: Big Sean Live concert in Philly. The blog series will include Jasmine Whaley and friends spending time with the masterminds behind the concert, giving readers an idea of what it takes to plan a big concert such as this.

27 June 2012

New Music: DJ Khaled ft. Kanye West & Rick Ross – I Wish You Would [Prod. By Hit-Boy]

Flex premieres Khaled’s new record which features Yeezy & Rozay. Kiss The Ring, August 21st. Produced by Hit-Boy. Tagged by Flex for now. CDQ will be out soon.


25 June 2012

New Music: Nas - "Accident Murderers" feat. Rick Ross & Ryan Leslie

R. Les decided to give Rozay and Nas’ new track “Accident Murderers” a go for his latest release. He goes in! Nas' Life is Good drops July 17th.


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New Music: LaTocha ft. Wale – Complicated (Prod. by DJ Toomp & Chef Tone)

The former Xscape member grabs Wale for her comeback single. Stream it above.


24 June 2012

New Music: Iggy Azalea ft. T.I. & B.O.B. – Million Dollar Misfits

Iggy Azalea drops her new single ‘Million Dollar Misfits’ featuring Tip and B.o.B. off her upcoming EP Glory. I really like her! Song will be available on iTunes.


Video: Jay-Z Brings Out Kanye West & Rihanna @ Hackney Weekend 2012

Jay-Z brought out Kanye West as a surprise guest during his performance at Radio 1′s Hackney Weekend. Watch as they perform a few tracks from the Watch The Throne album.
Check out Hov and Rihanna’s performance of ‘Run This Town’ below.

Video: Rick Ross feat. Meek Mill - So Sophisticated

Rozay’s fifth studio album, God Forgives, I Don’t arrives July 31


22 June 2012

Tracklist: Frank Ocean - Channel Orange

Frank Ocean releases the final tracklisting to his upcoming album, Channel Orange. The album includes features from Earl Sweatshirt, John Mayer, and Andre 3000. Wow! Hit the jump to see the tracklisting! No production credits as of now.

21 June 2012

Meek Mill Announces "Dreamchasers 2" Tour Dates

MMG's Meek Mill will be embarking on a US tour kicking off August 2 in Denver at The Fillmore Auditorium. Check out all of the tour dates after the jump.

20 June 2012

New Music: Pusha T feat. Swizz Beatz – "Lambo" + Funk Flex Freestyle

Pusha T drops off this new record ‘Lambo’ featuring Swizz Beatz. The G.O.O.D. Music album Cruel Summer is dropping August 7th.



Check out Pusha’s interview with Flex where he talks about his beef with Lil Wayne, the Drake Vs. Chris Brown fight and more above.


18 June 2012

Video: 2 Chainz ft. Drake – No Lie

2 Chainz drops a dope black and white visual for his latest single, “No Lie,” featuring Drake. “Based on a T.R.U. Story,” drops August 14th.


16 June 2012

Drake To Be Arrested For His Fight With Chris Brown? [Details]

Drake — whose disrespectful note to Chris Brown sparked a club riot — is going to be arrested for throwing a bottle at Brown.

Drake is expected to be charged with reckless endangerment, sources said, after a witness told cops he threw a bottle during the 4 a.m. brawl Thursday at SoHo niteclub, W.i.P. The witness doesn’t think Drake hit anyone with the bottle.

Sources say that if Drake doesn’t agree to surrender by early next week, cops may arrest him during tonight’s concert at Jones Beach. Yikes!

Apparently, Chris Brown sent over a bottle of pricey Champagne to Drake's table, as a peace-offering I suppose. Drake responded by sending over a note that read: “I am f--king the love of your life." Of course, with Chris Brown's hot temper, that wasn't gonna fly. 

NBA star Tony Parker, who was at W.i.P. when the violence broke out, said yesterday that he got a piece of glass in his eye.
“I was there with a bunch of friends when a fight broke out. They started to throw bottles about. I got it all,” the San Antonio Spurs star said.
 
Drake’s camp said the fight was instigated by a member of Brown’s crew who made offensive comments toward their crew, which included Meek Mill.

A source said Brown’s crew that night may have included members of the Crips street gang, which would violate the terms of his probation set after his 2009 attack on Rihanna.

“Drake’s lawyers and the police are looking into whether Chris Brown was hanging out with known gang members,” the source said. 

Chris Brown's attorney says it was Drake who started everything.

“I have turned over evidence that it was Drake who instigated this. The evidence makes it clear that Chris is the victim in all of this,” said Brown’s attorney, Mark Geragos.

“I believe the police are building a case against Drake and his thugs,” Geragos added. “Clearly, Drake was the instigator, and there is evidence he threw glassware.”

MEANWHILE: The woman who these two men caused a riot over, Rihanna, was seen at Jay-Z's 40/40 Club with 15 of her girl friends livin' it up without a care in the world. Smh!

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UPDATE:

TMZ has confirmed with law enforcement that Drake is not facing any charges and cops have "no suspects, complaints or arrest warrants at this time."


15 June 2012

RIP: Moesha Star Yvette Wilson Is Dead At 48 Years Old (DETAILS)

Yvette Wilson, one of the stars of the hit show Moesha, is dead after losing her battle with Stage 4 Cervical Cancer at 48 years old. According to reports, Yvette was in need of funds to pay her mounting medical bills to help fight her cancer, but she also was in need of a kidney transplant.

Her friend and co-star Shar Jackson took to twitter to ask for prayers before ultimately breaking the news of the comedian's death.

Shar tweeted:
"Everyone plz send prayer and light to my sister and best friend Yvette Wilson. I need my prayer soldiers right."
"F*ck Cancer!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Oh God. My heart is soooo unbelievably broken. I wanna thank all my tweeties for their prayers but God has chosen to take my sister Yvette home."
Many of us remember her from her classic appearance on Friday and her other appearances on shows like Thea, Poetic Justice and The Parkers. Our prayers are with the family and friends of Yvette Wilson. 




14 June 2012

Event Info: The Moyer Foundation's Celebrity Ping Pong Tournament


Join iSocialite on Sunday, June 24th as we find out who's the best ping pong player in Philly!

The Moyer Foundation invites you to join the St. Joe’s Hawk and Phillie Phanatic who will kick off the tournament along with local celebs: WIP’s Michael Barkann, Governor Ed Rendel, Governor Jack Markell, UPenn Coach Jerome Allen, St. Joe’s Coach Phil Martelli, NBC 10's John Clark, Philadelphia Union players and other local celebs who will go head to head to find out who will be the pride of Philly!

Meet us on Sunday, June 24th from 5:30 pm – 9:00 pm for a slammin' fun time at Xfinity Live! With local food and beverages and an amazing silent auction you wont want to miss!

Celebs will be playing to raise money for a great cause; former Phillies pitcher and World Series Champ Jamie and Karen Moyers' Foundation, which runs free bereavement camps in Philly to empower local kids in distress. These camps have helped thousands of kids nationwide to lead healthy and inspired lives. 


New Music: MMG feat. Kendrick Lamar - Power Circle

Here's the latest release off MMG's Self Made Vol. 2 project dropping June 26th. This track features Kendrick Lamar. Dope!
Download: MMG feat. Kendrick Lamar - Power Circle


Photos: Chris Brown's NYC Brawl with Drake [Details]

According to TMZ, Chris Brown was involved in a crazy fight at an NYC club involving Drake. Get the full story below! We’ll update more as we get info!

12 June 2012

Video: The MAJORS (Pilot Episode)

“The MAJORS” is fantasy football meets hip hop. Executive produced by JasFly, this new full-length webseries features three-time Grammy winning producer Just Blaze, veteran MC Peter Gunz and hip hop sketch comedians Eric & Jeff Rosenthal. 

In the pilot episode blogger LowKey, journalist/MC Mr. Mecc, entertainment executive Jamal Jimoh and writer JasFly trade, draft, drop and discuss some of your favorite artists including Chris Brown, Azealia Banks, Dom Kennedy and Bruno Mars. Isis Arias hosts, as writer/journalist Tracy Garraud joins Just and Peter on The Board. 

The MAJORS features an original score from Tha Bizness, the Grammy-winning duo who’ve worked with the likes of Lil Wayne, Jay-Z, Young Jeezy, Drake, Kendrick Lamar, Rick Ross and Chris Brown. 


Video: Ne-Yo – Lazy Love [NSFW]

Directed by Diane Martel. Ne-Yo’s R.E.D. coming September 18th.


Video: Trey Songz – 2 Reasons feat. T.I.

Here's the visual to the latest single from Trey Songz’s Chapter V album. The LP arrives at retailers August 21.  


New Music: Tiara Thomas - Lil' Boosie/Cash Out Cover

It amazes me what Tiara Thomas does with these hood ratchet tracks. This time she takes on Cashin' Out.  Dear Sallie Mae dropping this summer. I'm hoping the whole project is produced by Kelson Camp. He's a problem!



New Music: Juicy J feat. Lil Wayne – Bands A Make Her Dance (Remix)

Lil Wayne adds a verse to Juicy J’s ‘Bands A Make Her Dance’. The track will appear on Mike Will’s Est. In 1989 Pt 2 mixtape.



New Music: Wale – "I’m Good" Freestyle

 Wale hops on the ClipseI’m Good” instrumental for DJ Money‘s #MoneyMondays.
Props: PDS


Video: Nas Planned To Hang Jay-Z at Summer Jam 2002

Unreleased footage of what was going to be one of the most epic Summer Jam performances ever has been released. At Summer Jam 2002, Nas had planned to lynch a Jay-Z replica on stage. The fake “Jay-Z” was supposed to be complete with mechanical movements that was intended to be hanged in front of thousands on the Summer Jam stage. Hot 97 didn’t let him do that which explains why Nas didn’t perform that year. 


New Music: Justin Bieber – Right Here feat. Drake (Prod. Hit-Boy)

Another one off JB’s sophomore LP, Believe, available in stores on June 19. Hit the jump to hear Justin Beiber & Big Sean - As Long As You Love Me.

New Music: French Montana feat. Rick Ross, Drake & Lil Wayne – "Pop That"

Here is French Montana’s first single ‘Pop That’ featuring Rick Ross, Drake and Lil Wayne [CDQ]. Excuse My French coming July 17th.




New Music: Trey Songz feat. T.I. – 2 Reasons

New single from Trey Songz featuring T.I off Chapter V, dropping August 21. The video premieres on 106 & Park today.


New Music: Chris Brown feat. Snoop Dogg & 2 Chainz – "Oh Yeah"

Chris Brown's "Oh Yeah" gets new verses from Snoop Dogg and 2 Chainz. Produced by Drumma Boy. Is that 2 Chainz in the single cover tho? Hilarious!



New Mixtape: Troy Ave – "Bricks In My Backpack 3"

Troy Ave - Bricks In My Backpack 3 Mixtape Tracklist
01. Troy Ave – De Facto [Prod. By Lavish] (1:43)
02. Troy Ave – Lord As My Witness [Prod. By Dj Uneek] (3:59)
03. Troy Ave – Cokeamania (Feat. Avon Blocksdale) [Prod. By Dj Uneek] (3:45)
04. Troy Ave – Snow [Prod. By Bayroo Burner] (4:17)
05. Troy Ave – Piece & Love “Swish” [Prod. By John Scino] (3:34)
06. Troy Ave – Red Cup [Prod. By Sire & Jovonn Of RMG] (3:06)
07. Troy Ave – Chiddy Chiddy Bang Bang [Prod. By Burd & Keyz] (3:23)
08. Troy Ave – F.U.B.U. “For Us By Us” [Prod. By Burd & Keyz] (4:03)
09. Troy Ave – Merlot Part Deux (Feat. Fabolous & Mila Brown) [Prod. By Sunny Dukes] (3:38)
10. Troy Ave – Super Cool [Prod. By Lavish] (4:00)
11. Troy Ave – RNS (Feat. Chase N Cashe) [Prod. By Chase N Cashe] (4:24)
12. Troy Ave – N W Yay (Feat. Avon Blocksdale) [Prod. By Vokaron Via Velli Music] (3:15)
13. Troy Ave – Shame [Prod. By Sunny Dukes] (3:09)
14. Troy Ave – Wheelin’ & Dealin’ (Feat. Action Bronson) [Prod. By Rashawn Griffin] (3:28)
15. Troy Ave – Pedico Paradise [Prod. By Sire & Jovonn Via RMG] (3:10)
16. Troy Ave – Nightmare On Fed Street [Prod. By Chemical Beats] (4:24)
17. Troy Ave – Free Base [Prod. By Lando Beats] (Bonus) (4:02)




08 June 2012

Tour Dates: Frank Ocean "Channel Orange" Tour

Frank Ocean is definitely the man today! After revealing details about his debut album, channel ORANGE, and releasing the first single, tour dates have also been revealed! Ocean will hit the road starting in Seattle on July 13, continuing through August 1st, making stops in Vancouver, San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Dallas along the ways.

Below are confirmed tour dates to date:
7/13 – Seattle, WA @ The Showbox at The Market
7/14 – Vancouver, BC @ Commodore Ballroom
7/16 – San Francisco, CA @ The Regency Ballroom
7/17 – Los Angeles, CA @ The Wiltern
7/19 – Austin, TX @ La Zona Rosa
7/20 – Dallas, TX @ Southside Music Hall
7/22 – Atlanta, GA @ Center Stage
7/23 – Washington, DC @ Nightclub 9:30
7/25 – Philadelphia, PA @ Union Transfer
7/26 – New York, NY @ Terminal 5
7/28 – Boston, MA @ Paradise Rock Club
7/29 – Montreal, QC @ Club Soda
7/31 – Toronto, ON @ The Guvernment
8/1 – Detroit, MI @ TBA



New Music: Frank Ocean - Pyramids

Frank Ocean has released the first single off his Def Jam debut channel ORANGE scheduled for release on July 17. Lonnie also plans to go on tour, kicking off in Seattle on July 13. If you get a spare 10 minutes, listen to the song below!


PROPS: hustlegrl.


Video Trailer: Frank Ocean – Channel Orange (New Album)

Frank Ocean has made the official announcement that his debut album channel ORANGE will be released July 17th via Def Jam. Check out the video trailer above. Be sure to check out the first single, Pyramids.

Video: Drake & Nicki Minaj Ice Age Trailer

Drake and Nicki Minaj lend their voices as Ethan and Hailey, the mammoths in the new animated film, Ice Age: Continental Drift hitting theaters July 13th. I personally didn't hear Nicki or Drake but maybe you guys will.


National HIV Testing Day: Do You Plan to Get Tested?

 
iSocialite wants you to know that JUNE is AIDS Education Month! According to a report distributed by the Center for Disease Control, while African Americans represented only 13.6% of the US population in 2009, they accounted for 52% of new HIV infections. Black men accounted for 70% of all infections in the African American community. Many are still under the impression that HIV/AIDS is a disease transferred only through homosexual relations however, 85% of African American women infected in 2009 were infected through heterosexual relations.

07 June 2012

Theatre Review: ‘Beauty and the Beast’ at The Academy of Music

Growing up I was obsessed with the concept of 'happily ever after'. I didn't have any evil stepsisters and my mother wasn't murdered by hunters, however, I still daydreamed about the day my prince would rescue me and I too would live 'happily ever after'. 

Video: Freeway feat. Young Chris - “Real Sh*t”

Here's the latest visual release off Freeway’s Freedom of Speech project, coming soon.  


Video: Hit-Boy – Jay-Z Interview (Prod. By Bink!)

Super-producer Hit-Boy, who gets the most praise for producing The Throne's "N*ggas in Paris" is stepping from behind the boards to behind the mic in his premiere effort as an artist. Check it out above!


05 June 2012

New Music: The-Dream ft. Pusha T – Dope B*tch

Another new collab from Pusha T & Terius. Not sure where this will end up, but it's dope!



04 June 2012

Hot 97 vs. Nicki Minaj & YMCMB: The Backstory & The Follow-Up (Video + Audio Interview)

Nicki Minaj was scheduled to headline Hot 97′s 2012 Summer Jam, but didn't due to comments seen in the video above by Peter Rosenberg she didn’t show up. Hit the jump to see what Flex had to say at Summer Jam.. what he said when he had Nicki call into his show to discuss the incident..

Event Review: The Roots Picnic 2012

The Roots Picnic is regarded as one of Philadelphia’s richest music cultural experience. This year was the first time the festival was split into two days (Saturday June 2nd and 3rd). 

Various artists such as De La Soul, Diplo, Kid Cudi, The Roots and more were on the line up. Along side were a wide range of Philly artists such as St. Vincent and tune-yArDs as well as DJ’s like Flossyradamus and LCD Soundsystem’s James Murphy.

Video: Drake On Punk’d

After claiming past celebrity hosts were weak, Ashton Kutcher returns & has Drake scared for his life.


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