Reload Nation: 5/22/11

Video: Rick Ross x Meek Mill - "Tupac Back" (Behind The Scenes)

We saw some photos yesterday. Then today Karen Civil releases some footage on the set of video shoot for the track "Tupac Back" in Los Angeles.

Music Video: Cee-Lo - "I Want You" (Hold On To Love)

Here is Cee Lo’s new music video for "I Want You" (Hold On To Love). This track is off his new popular album The Lady Killer which is out now!

New Mixtape: Chiddy Bang – "Peanut Butter And Swelly"

After a few leaks and a Guinness World Record, Chiddy Bang drop their new 15 track mixtape titled "Peanut Butter And Swelly". Features on the tape include Mac Miller, Trae Tha Truth & more! Download link and tracklist after the jump. Props to illroots

Track number 7 off Eminem's and Royce's Hell: The Sequel releasing on June 14th. Also featuring the funny Mike Epps and Produced by Mr. Porter.

Diggy Simmons has released the first single titled "Copy, Paste" from his upcoming Atlantic Records debut.

Video: Nardwuar vs. Tech N9ne

Tech N9ne’s upcoming album just right around the corner, so a visit from Nardwuar brings his props on Tech's tour bus. Make sure you support Tech N9ne's new album All 6s & 7s on June 7.

Photos: Meek Mill x Rick Ross - "Tupac Back" (On The Set)

The Life Files was on the set of the shooting of Meek Mill's video for his track "Tupacs Back" and snapped some flicks. Just In case you were wondering the exact location, MMG and others were on Grape Street in California. Hit the jump to check out more of the photos.

Sports Video: Dirk Nowitzki's Big Performance In Game Five Win

Wendsday night Dirk Nowitzki went off and scored 26 points and pulled down 9 rebounds to help the Mavericks grab the Win over the Thunder and advance to the 2011 NBA finals.

Video: Rick Ross VIBE Magazine Cover Shoot (Behind The Scenes)

Rick Ross & Andy Samberg cover shoot for Complex Magazine was released a few days ago, then today DRE Films comes through with behind the scenes footage from Rozay's cover shoot from the latest issue of VIBE Magazine. Go purchase Self Made Vol.1 now.

Music Video: Sir Aah - Ft. Crooked I & Royce Da 5’9″ - "I Wonder If The Lord Knows"

This video is dedicated to those who lost their lives at Jummah prayer at the Ahmadiyya Mosques in Lahore, Pakistan on May 28, 2010. Also directed and shot by Shomi Patwary of Illusive Media Inc. #AntiTalibanRap Source: Sir Aah

Music News: Young Jeezy x DJ Drama - "The Real Is Back" (Cover + Tracklist)

As you previously heard Jeezy and DJ Drama are teaming up for a mixtape, "The Real Is Back" releasing Saturday at 1:03 PM. Why 1:03 PM you ask? I'm thinking to commemorate Thug Motivation 103. Drama seems confident this tape will deliver. "The Real Is Back" tracklist after the jump. Props to RR

Video: Big Sean Performs "My Last" On Jimmy Kimmel Live!

Big Sean’s debut album is a month and a day away and earlier tonight Sean performed his single "My Last" without Chris Breezy. Finally Famous: The Album will be in stores on June 28th. Props to Yardie

New Music: Lloyd Ft. Trey Songz x Young Jeezy - "Be The One"

Here's the full version of Lloyd’s new single featuring Trey Songz and Young Jeezy. Also this track is produced by Polow Da Don. This will be the third single off "King Of Hearts" which has a release date of July 5th. After the jump, Lloyd's "Road To The Throne" Vlog #2

Video: Rick Ross On The Science Of Loyalty

Rick Ross talks with DJ Envy on howhe prides himself in not letting his beefs effect over the artists he works with, and how he will always have their backs and that his loyalty to them goes beyond business.

Photos: Yelawolf "Daddy’s Lambo" (On The Set)

Yelawolf went to Beverly Hills to shoot his next video. The Smoking Section was on hand to take a few photos on the set. The video is on the its way. More photos after the jump. Grab Yela's new project Trunk Muzik: 0-60 now!

Warner Bros artist Kirko Bangz’ track "What Yo Name Iz" has been grinding for a while and now he scoops up Bun B, Big Sean & Wale for the official remix.

New Video: DJ Drama Ft. Fabolous, Wiz Khalifa x Roscoe Dash - "Oh My"

Here it is DJ Drama's first video for the track "Oh My" featuring Fab, Wiz, and Roscoe from Gangsta Grillz 3: The Album dropping soon.

New Music: Raekwon – Ft. DJ Khaled, Busta Rhymes, Game & Pharrell - "Rock N Roll" (Remix)

Raekwon recruits DJ Khaled, Game, Pharrell & Busta Rhymes to come and "Rock N Roll” with him on the official remix to his new single. Shaolin vs. Wu-Tang out now!

Yesterday, we got news that Wayne's new single would be dropping sometime this week. Then today Karen Civil comes through with the track. This new song is produced by Detail and will appear on Tha Carter IV this summer.

Miss Info releases the official remix to Miguel’s smash R&B hit "Sure Thing" with a guest feature from Good Music's Pusha T.

Music Video: T-Pain – Ft. Chris Brown - "Best Love Song"

The official visual for T-Pain’s "Best Love Song" featuring Chris Brown off T-Pain's upcoming album RevolveR.

Video: MMG "MTV RapFix Live" Freestyle

Rick Ross referees a freestyle session of Maybach Music members Meek Mill, Pill and Wale freestyling on RapFix Live. Continue reading to check out the full interview with Maybach Music Group.

Chiddy spits about his recent Guinness World Record freestyle on "Guinness Flow" over this beat by Xaphoon Jones. Chiddy Bangs "Peanut Butter and Swelly" mixtape drops tomorrow. Props to illRoots.

Amber Rose shares the June/July issue of VIBE magazine with Rick Ross. Check out the Q&A Amber had with VIBE.

New Video: Kendrick Lamar - "Hiii PoWer"

Kendrick Lamar's visual for his track "Hiii PoWer", which will be on his upcoming project "Section .80", Kendrick tells his story accompanied by a few historic images.

New Music: Asher Roth Ft. Akon – "Last Man Standing"

The snippet made us anxious for the full version. Asher Roth drops this new track with Akon titled "Last Man Standing". D. Dot says Roth's album is no longer called The Spaghetti Tree. Enjoy.

In a very unique strategy, Beyoncé revealed the tracklist for her 4th studio album titled 4 by updating her Facebook page every hour with a new track title. Bey posted the song titles starting from back of the list to front. Complete tracklist for your convenience after the jump. Pre-order now here or grab 4 everywhere on June 28th.

Crooked I delivers a brand new freestyle over DJ Khaled's new track featuring Drizzy, Rozay, & Wayne. I have a feeling we're gonna see many more "Im One One" freestyles. D/L after the break.

The much awaited tracklisting for Eminem and Royce’s project titled "Bad Meets Evil – Hell: The Sequel EP" is finally here. The EP includes features by Bruno Mars and Slaughterhouse. Also includes producers like Havoc and Bangladesh. Hit the jump for the tracklist. Props to RR.

Loso and Jeezy drop their remix of Gunplay & Waka Flocka’s street hit "Rollin"

The debut compilation album from Maybach Music Group, Self Made Vol. 1 is set to move 50-55k copies in the first week at retail. Ughh! HDD

Sports News: Canucks Reach Stanley Cup Final, The 1st Time Since '94 in 2OT Win Over Sharks

Kevin Bieksa was screaming at the top of his lungs and confetti was already falling from the ceiling by the time anyone else realized the defenseman had scored to send the Vancouver Canucks to the Stanley Cup finals.

Lil Wayne, his new girl Dhea & Drake were all together at last nights Miami Heat versus Chicago Bulls NBA playoff game. Chad Ochocinco was also spotted courtside. More pics after the jump!

Sports Video: NBA Playoffs Top 5 Plays From Heat Versus Bulls May 24th

NBA's Top 5 Plays for May 24th, 2011.

Music News: Big Sean Decides On Finally Famous Cover

With two new tracks, Big Sean is ready to release his debut album and has just unveiled the cover art. Finally Famous: The Album in stores June 28. Purchase Sean's first two singles My Last & I Do It on Itunes now!

New Music: CyHi Da Prynce - "All In"

CyHi goes in all in over this Marvelous J beat. New Track titled "All In". Props to Nav.

Video: Yelawolf Performs & Explains "Kill My Nightmare"

Shady Records artist Yelawolf explains the motive behind his recently released "Kill My Nightmare" track and why the song inspired some new ink. Footage courtesy of 3 Little Digs

Music News: Rock The Bells 2011 Lineup Announced

Here is the list of this year’s Rock The Bells performers. From the looks of it, this will be a a pretty good event. Tickets will go on sale for the general public on June 4th and a day earlier for pre-sale tickets.

08/20 San Bernardino, CA – San Manuel Amphitheater
08/27 Mountain View, CA – Shoreline Amphitheatre
09/03 New York, NY – Governor’s Island
09/10 Boston, MA

Entertainment News: Kim Kardashian Engaged To Kris Humphries

Kim Kardashian is engaged to marry Kris Humphries! Kris, a forward of theNew Jersey Nets, popped the question in Kim’s bedroom with “Will you marry me?” written in rose petals. Kim told People magazine, “I didn’t expect this at all. I was in such shock. I never thought it would happen at home, and I never thought now.” Kris picked out a 20.5 carat Lorraine Schwartz ring for Kim, saying, “I just knew I wanted it to be big.” This is the second trip down the aisle for Kim - she married music producer Damon Thomas back in 2000 they later split in 2004. Congratulations to Kim and Kris! More photos after the jump.

Dallas Mavericks star Shawn Marion is gonna be busy next month. We're told, he's shooting a pilot for a reality TV show right around NBA finals . It's called " The Ladies in My Life ". It's all about Shawn and the important women in his day-to-day, including his mom, sisters, publicist and his endless stream of lovers. One of the featured family members is Shawn's twin sister Shawnett who's 6-feet tall and can dunk a basketball! Oh, also the show is being filmed in the NBA star's 14,000 square foot Dallas mansion. All it's missing now is a NBA championship ring!

Video: Snoop Dogg – Double G News Network (Episode 1)

Snoop Dogg releases his first episode of the GGN (Double G News Network) where Snoop (aka Nemo Hoes) and Bishop Don Juan debate the topic Missionary versus Doggystyle.

Funny Video: Short Bus Shawty Reloaded Ft. Gucci Mane, Rick Ross, Waka Flocka, Oj Da Juiceman, Soulja Boy, Plies, Nicki Minaj & Lil Wayne (Cartoon Parody)

These parodies make me laugh. Lmao.

Music Video: Slim Thug Ft. Big K.R.I.T. x J. Dawg "Coming From"

Slim Thug drops a new video, directed by DJ Young Samm, to his latest single off "Tha Thug Show" album features by Big K.R.I.T and Boss Hogg Outlaw J-Dawg.

New Music: Lloyd Ft. Soulja Boy – "Lady" (Blowing Me Kisses)

Lloyd collabs with Soulja Boy for a new track titled "Lady". We're not sure if this will appear on "King Of Hearts" which drops July 5th. Guess we will have to wait and see.

Funny Video: The Kardashians Create Music Video For Katy Perry’s "ET"

All the Kardashians, the Jenners, even Lamar, Scott and Kris Humphries make guest appearances in "Kardashian" music video of Katy Perry's track titled "ET". Although it was deleted from Kendall and Kylie Youtube channel for some reason yesterday, But was download it before deletion. Kim does look hot though in a few clips.

Kick News: Air Jordan 1 "Banned" Pops Up At Nike Outlets

Everyone has heard about the Air Jordan 1 "Banned", and if you heard the news they recently hit some outlets in Portland and Chicago (no surprise). They retail for 109.99 and will sell out quick. More photos after the jump.

New mixtape from Young Money's Lil Chuckee hosted by The Fleet DJ's. Listen/Download below and tracklist after the jump.

Download Mixtape Here

Check out Golden State's Ellis new tattoo after the jump.. WARNING: may cause you to shake your head

Video: "The LeBrons" - "Drake" Ep. 7 (of 10)

‎Drizzy makes a special guest appearance on a brand new web series of Lebron James cartoon "The Lebrons".

"The LeBrons" is a family entertainment show designed to provide positive messages to today’s youth and young adults, and will tackle a wide variety of subjects, including family, teamwork, friendship, giving back to the community, staying in school, staying out of trouble, and more, all done in an edgy, fresh and relatable way. ATF

Video: Snoop Dogg "Webcam" (Freestyle 2&3)

Snoop continues hustlin’ on his webcam with another freestyle. Part 3 after the jump.

Birdman is on the cover of June 2011 issue of XXL magazine, not for his rapping credits but for being a successful "mogul". Full magazine will be on newsstands June 7th, but check out an excerpt below.

“Honestly, I gave him the floor,” Baby says of Weezy. “He wanted it. I been with him since he was seven years old, eight years old. I been in his life all of his life, and he was like, “Let me handle, it.” At the time, me as an artist, losing my sister and everything I was going through personally, I was just like, ‘Go ahead, I’ma just support what you gon’ do. You can handle it.’ And I took a step back. Probably was the smartest move I ever made in my life was to let him go ‘head.”

New Music: Grafh & Shalone – "I Get Fly" x "Tonight’s Girl"

Both of these tracks titled "I Get Fly" and "Tonight's Girl"off Grafh and Shalone’s upcoming Saturday Night project.

New Music: Grafh & Shalone – I Get Fly

New Music: Grafh & Shalone - Tonight’s Girl

New track from Weezy x Gudda of unknown origin titled "Young Money". Produced by C Note. D/L after jump.

Video: Derrick Rose x Big Sean - Adidas Commercial

For Adidas's newest commerical, starring the NBA's most valuable player Derrick Rose and Good Music's Big Sean. The ad is footage of Rose doing what he does best while Sean’s latest single ‘I Do It‘ plays in the background.

Video: Game x DJ Skee – Red Nation (Live on Lopez Tonight)

Game gave his first television performance of "Red Nation" with DJ Skee on Lopez Tonight last night and. After the jump, he gives an interview and explained why the "Red Nation" video was banned.

Video: 50 Cent: "The Origin Of Me" (Documentary)

We’ve seen a few trailers and previews but the full VH1 Roc Docs episode starring 50 Cent finally premiered last night. VH1 follows Curtis from South Jamaica, Queens to Edgefield, South Carolina to trace his family tree. Watch the rest of the documentary after the jump.

Here’s the first leak titled "When You've Got Music" off their new mixtape, "Peanut Butter & Swelly", dropping this Friday. D/L after the jump.

Trae The Truth released his new mixtape "Undisputed" Hosted by Don Cannon. A bunch of big name rappers for features. Download here and check out the tracklist after the jump.

Vibe puts Rozay on the cover of their "Sexy Issue". This means Ross will cover of 2 major Hip-Hop magazines in the same month. That's some crazy shit. Self Made Vol.1 out now!

Photo: Rick Ross & Andy Samberg Cover Complex

Rick Ross and The Lonely Island's Andy Samberg are on the cover of Complex’s June / July 2011 issue. Video of the two after the jump speaking on the art of an Ad-lib. You can read the full story here. Magazine on news stands June 7th.

World News: 116 Killed By Missouri Tornado, Tying It For Deadliest On Record

The toll from the tornado that ripped through Joplin soared to 116 on Monday, a city official said, tying it for the single deadliest twister to ever hit American soil since the National Weather Service began keeping records 61 years ago. Full story at CNN.

Tech Video: Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3 Reveal Trailer

The best-selling first-person action series of all-time returns with the epic sequel to the multiple Game of the Year award winner Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2.

New Music: Stalley - Chevys And Space Ships (Prod. By Rashad)

This Maybach Monday, Stalley drops "Chevys and Space Ships", a FreeStalley produced by Rashad.

Video: Wiz Khalifa Interview With Ski Beatz In London

Pittsburgh rap star Wiz Khalifa and legendary Hip Hop producer Ski Beatz gathered in London this week and caught up at the K West hotel for a chat, footage by SoulCulture TV.

Video: Pusha T Says Album To Drop On Black Friday

While shooting "Alone In Vegas", Pusha tells DJ Franzen that his solo album will be out on Friday November 25, 2011 aka Black Friday.

Video: Fabolous Performs Live At House Of Blues In Atlantic City

Loso hit Atlantic City’s House Of Blues in New Jersey for a live performance where performed a few tracks from The S.O.U.L Tape. Footage courtesy of MFL.

Video: Big Sean Weekend Recap 18

Follow Big Sean on his path to the release of Finally Famous the album! In this recap Sean visits Dj Whoo Kid, takes a tour around Massachusetts, visits Maine with Wiz Khalifa and takes the stage in Vermont for the first time.

New Music: Kid Ink Ft. Kevin McCall & Chris Brown – 100%

Kid Ink collabs with Chris Breezy and Kevin McCall for this new track off Kid Ink’s upcoming "Daydreamer" album. D/L after the jump.

Video: Lloyd Banks x Ryan Leslie – "So Forgetful" (Behind The Scenes)

About 4 minutes of behind the scenes of Banks and Ryan Leslie's latest video which was released a few weeks ago. Hunger For More 2 out now.

New Video: Rick Ross x Meek Mill "Perfectionist"

Here’s the latest video directed by Spiff TV and Dre Films. Self made Vol.1 In stores now.

Video: Wiz Khalifa Interview w/ UrbanWorld TV

Wiz sits down with UrbanWorld TV talks weed, his collab with Tinie Tempah, mixtapes and more.

Girls: Heather Bianchi Naked In Her Sheets

Hit the jump to check out the full pic of Heather!!

One of the consequences of a lost NFL season will be an increase in crime, Baltimore Ravens linebacker Ray Lewis said in a wide-raging one-on-one interview with ESPN. More after the jump.

Video: Raekwon Performs Live In Los Angeles

The Chef continues promoting for Shaolin Vs. Wu-Tang, which is out now.

New Music: J. Cole – "Return Of Simba"

New track from J.Cole titled "Return of Simba". Produced by Elite and J. Cole.

Boi! There is also a feature on Kendrick Lamar in this issue which you can read in its entirety here.

New Music: Ja Rule – "Black Vodka" (Preview)

Producer 7 Aurelius shared another 2 minute preview of "Black Vodka", a confirmed cut on Ja’s upcoming album Pain Is Love 2. I believe this album is going to surprise a lot of doubters.

New Music: Wiz Khalifa Ft. Chevy Woods x Neako - "Reefer Party"

Wiz was was in a good mood so he released a new track with regular collaborators Chevy Woods & Neako spitting about their favorite hobby.

Yung Joc has just released a new mixtape with recently released tracks and a couple new ones. Features include Tity Boi, Yo Gotti, Gucci Mane, 8Ball, Juicy J and more. "Ready To Fly".

Joe Budden re-release of his mixtape got a leak today and here is one of the new tracks that is included. Still show Joe some love and cop Mood Muzik 4.5 on May 24th.

Video: Kanye Performs At Mawazine Festival (Morocco)

Kanye played the identical set to his Coachella performance at the 10th annual Mawazine International Music Festival in Rabat, Morocco yesterday. Other performers like Earth, Wind & Fire, Lionel Richie, Quincy Jones and Shakira who closed out the show. Here is good quality footage ripped from the live stream.

Video: NBA Playoffs Top 5 Plays From May 21st

NBA TV's Top 5 Plays of the Night in the NBA from May 21st, 2011 as the Mavs travel to Oklahoma City for Game 3.

Video: Snoop Dogg On Tim Westwood (Freestyle)

Snoop Dogg drops a hot freestyle with Tim Westwood.