Posts Tagged ‘Jay-Z’

Jay goes in about the Illuminati rumors in this one!!

Tuesday, July 13th, 2010

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Conspiracy theorist have long considered hip-hop superstar Jay-Z a member of secret society groups like the Freemasons, and even the Illuminati.

When he dropped the music video for his Swizz Beatz-produced single, “On To The Next One,” blogs went crazy, accusing the rapper of blatantly pledging his allegiance to the Illuminati with graphic imagery that many believed proved his association.

Despite Jay’s denials, the chatter has yet to die down. So, the rapper answered the rumors again … with a rap song, aptly titled “Free Mason,” with Rick Ross.

On the track, Hov denies membership of the clubs, and/or that he worships the devil.

“N****s couldn’t do nothing with me, they put the devil on me / I’d have preferred n****s squeeze the metal on me / Rumors of Lucifer, I don’t know who to trust / Whole world want my demise, turn the music up.”

Later in his verse, Jay spits: “Hear me clearly, If y’all n****s fear me, just say y’all fear me. F*** all these fairy tales / Go to hell, this is God engineering… / He without sin shall cast the first stone / So y’all look in the mirror, double check y’all appearance.”

Then, he flat out denies being a Freemason with: “I said I was amazing, not that I’m a Mason / It’s amazing that I made it through the maze that I was in / Lord forgive me, I never woulda made it without sin / Holy water, my face in the basin / Diamonds in my rosary shows he forgave him / Bitch I’m red hot, I’m on my third six, but a devil I’m not.”

So, there you have it. Rumors of New World Order rap subliminals, secret handshakes, etc, are false. At least, he’s not going to admit it if they were.

The track, which also features John Legend, is set to appear on Rick Ross’ fourth studio album, Teflon Don, set to drop July 20th.

via BallerStatus

The Forbes 100 Most Powerful Celebs is out!!

Wednesday, June 30th, 2010

It’s that time again, Forbes Magazine has released another installment of their annual 100 Most Powerful Celebrities list.

Oprah landed at #1 after taking a backseat to Angelina Jolie last year, and Beyonce came in right behind her at #2 — a good 13 spots ahead of her husband, Jay-Z.

Aside from O and B, the top five consists of director James Cameron, popstar Lady Gaga, and golf giant Tiger Woods.

The list ranks the 100 most powerful celebrities based on income, press rank, web rank, money rank, TV/Radio rank and social rank.

Here’s a rundown of some of the list’s highlight’s and why they were ranked this year, according to Forbes.com:

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Jay-Z Asked to Testify Against Rick Ross…..for Rick Ross

Wednesday, June 23rd, 2010

Former drug kingpin Ricky Ross is set to summon Jay-Z to testify in court as part of his copyright showdown with hip-hop star Rick Ross. The rapper, born William Leonard Roberts II, has been accused of adopting his stage name from the former cocaine trafficker, who became infamous for running a drug empire in Los Angeles in the 1980s.

Ross warned Roberts he would face a court battle if he did not change his moniker before the release of his upcoming album, and the ex-convict has kept his word – Ross’ legal team filed a trademark infringement lawsuit on Friday, June 18 in the California U.S. District Court.

According to AllHipHop.com, Ross will ask rap legend Jay-Z to testify in the case as the “99 Problems” hitmaker was the boss of Def Jam records when Roberts was signed to the label in 2006.

The lawsuit also throws the release of Roberts’ upcoming album “Teflon Don” into doubt as Ross is requesting a temporary restraining order and permanent injunction to block the release of the new record.

via AceShowbiz

Dr. Dre speaks on “Under Pressure” leak

Thursday, June 17th, 2010

Dr. Dre broke his silence hours after learning that his duet track with Jay-Z in a song titled “Under Pressure” has been leaked. On his official website, the rapper/producer confirmed that the song is still unfinished and will be out soon when it’s done.

“I want to set the record straight for everybody who’s been waiting to hear my music,” he wrote on June 17. “The song that’s on the Internet is an incomplete song that I’m still working on. When it’s ready, you’ll be hearing it from me.”

“Under Pressure” reportedly is produced by Scott Storch and serves as the first single from Dr. Dre’s upcoming new album “Detox”. The duet was hinted by Dr. Dre since October 2009 and confirmed by Interscope Records Chairman Jimmy Iovine in April this year. The leaked hook which arrived on the web on Wednesday, June 16 indeed conspicuously has no chorus.

via AceShowbiz

Jay-Z Scored Mega Deal With British Rapper

Wednesday, June 9th, 2010

Hip-hop mogul Jay-Z is scouring Europe for talent to bring Stateside – and he’s signed his first megadeal with U.K. rapper Tinchy Stryder. The “Big Pimpin’ ” star has lined up Stryder to be a new business partner in his label Roc Nation’s first European venture, called Takeover Roc Nation.

The deal, which Jay-Z hailed as “inspiring”, will see records released via Sony Music and tickets sold through concert giant Live Nation. And the “Number 1″ hitmaker is thrilled with the new contract, which the pair settled over a celebratory drink in Manchester, England.

He says, “Jay-Z is my music and business inspiration and to go into business with him is a dream come true.”

On another news, Jay-Z has denied persuading LeBron James to sign with his team New Jersey Nets. “That’s his decision,” he told Rolling Stone of the rumors that James will join the Nets once they head over to Brooklyn.

via AceShowbiz

Jay Z ft. Swizz Beats – Ultra Music Video

Friday, June 4th, 2010

Jay-Z Partners With Skullcandy For Line of Headphones

Friday, May 14th, 2010

Rap superstar Jay-Z is taking a page outta Dr. Dre’s book: get into the headphone game.

While Dre’s linked in with Monster Cable for his Beats By Dre line, Jay’s company Roc Nation is partnering with Skullcandy for his own line of high quality headphones.

The first pair of headphones, via the new venture, will be the Roc Nation Aviator. They are a throwback styled pair made from “premium materials previously only seen in the realm of high-fashion eyewear,” their description reads.

“Our passion is creating amazing music,” Jay-Z said in a statement. “We’re dedicated to delivering the best in live performances. Now with the Roc Nation/Skullcandy partnership, we’re offering the best way for people to experience the soundtrack of their lives.”

The Aviator headphones are available in black, brown, or white. And, are designed with “superior metals”, polycarbonate headphones cups, plush memory foam ear cushions, and other premium materials.

They boast top of the line technology that will increase clarity for amplified sonic enjoyment.

“This partnership is an incredible opportunity for Skullcandy,” added Skullcandy CEO Rick Alden. “By teaming up with Roc Nation on both the creative and marketing direction of these products, we are able to set the bar at a new high — challenging the future quality of what emerges in the industry from here on out.”

Roc Nation Aviator headphones hit stores this June. According to a spokesperson for the company, the headphones will retail for $149.

Check them out over at SkullCandy.com.

Dr. Dre and Jay Z in the lab!

Thursday, April 1st, 2010

Looks like it aint a rumor!!

Dr. Dre and Jay-Z collab on the upcoming Detox album?….

Wednesday, March 31st, 2010

Dr. Dre and Jay-Z’s image are in the background design of the Aftermath Music website and according to the latest post on Dr. Dre:

“It’s almost time.”
“Some big news is coming soon.”
BUT REMEMBER:
IT’S DETOX … ANYTHING COULD HAPPEN!

via TheLifeFiles

NY-Z….nice little Jay-Z documentary

Tuesday, March 23rd, 2010