Hip Hop Is Dead. Why ZERO Albums Have Went Platinum in 2014.

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by: Dana P. (E.I.C.) 

A$AP Yams, co-owner of the A$AP Mob, took it to his Twitter to call 2014 "the worst year in rap history." Many disagreed and thought he was just downright crazy for saying such a thing. However, numbers don't lie so, let's check the scoreboard!

It's been a tough race in 2014, and unfortunately for those who dropped albums, no ones quite made it to the finish line. Week one numbers for Rick Ross' "Mastermind" and Young Jeezy's "Seen It All" came in strong, but not strong enough. Iggy Azalea's "The New Classic," along with Wiz Khalifa's "Blacc Hollywood" had a tough time passing 400,000! But are these artists really hip hop artists?

According to Billboard, ZERO albums have yet to go platinum in 2014. 

Is hip hop dead? Can any REAL hip hop artists step up to the plate, change the game back to the way it should be, and come back with a strong victory here? Nas, Kanye West, Kendrick Lamar --we NEED you! 

Eminem, Fabolous and T.I. are all set to drop new albums  this fall. Let's hope they come through clutch with some dope material and SAVE the little bit left we have of 2014 and finish off strong by starting off 2015 the RIGHT way!

Hip Hop almost NON Existent at the Grammys, Robinson Cano in attendance, and more.

Via the official Instagram of Beyoncé.

The 54th annual Grammy awards has slapped the hip hop industry right in the face, this past Sunday night.

While LL Cool J hosted the show, along with a show opening performance by Beyoncé (later followed by a little help from Jay-Z), the Grammy's went on to prove that it is nothing more then a glorified, Pop/Rock Music Award Show. Jay-Z won the award for Best Rap/Sung Collaboration, for his hit "Holy Grail" featuring Justin Timberlake, amongst a few other awards throughout the night. Unfortunately, that's where the night ended for Hip Hop (other then an outstanding performance by Kendrick Lamar.)

Pop artist Macklemore, won the Grammy for Best Rap Album, along with Best Rap Song, Best Rap Performance, and Best New Artist. After the show, Macklemore sent a text message to Kendrick, stating that Kendrick had gotten "robbed" of the Best Rap Album category. Okay, so if that's how you're REALLY feeling, then give him the Grammy! Kendrick DID get robbed and he absolutely deserved to win for all his hard work & struggle! 

Via the official Instagram of Macklemore.

Via the official Instagram of Robinson Cano.

Robinson Cano posted a picture on Instagram, sitting with Beyoncé and Jay-Z. I'm gonna say, since Robbie signed with Roc Nation Sports, his ego has gone through the roof. Cano seems to think he's a "super celebrity" now! I wonder if this "signing with Roc Nation Sports" trend, is going to effect CC's persona. Honestly, I wouldn't expect anything less then his normal self. A respectful athlete, who appreciates the organization he works for.  

Next years Grammys should be interesting. Judging by this year, it's looking like Hip Hop is gonna have less & less impact, year by year in the future. 

By:: Dana P. (Blog Owner/Editor in Chief)

Kanye West announces new Yeezus Tour dates, then defends his woman by assaulting a teenager the following week.

Kanye West announced more Yeezus Tour dates, earlier last week.  No word yet on if more dates on the west coat will be announced.

By now, you probably already know that Kanye assaulted a man inside a Beverly Hills chiropractors office, after the 18 year old called his fiancé Kim, a "slut" and a "n****r lover." This began after Kim Kardashian was being swarmed by paparazzi. The 18 year old was trying to help the Keeping Up With The Kardashians star, by clearing a path for her to get past the photog's. Kanye reportedly punched the man about 30 times, after he made racist and degrading remarks to the future Mrs. West.

Cops were called to the scene. No arrests were made. I guess that's what happens when you're Kanye West.

This happened AFTER Kanye announced that he would stop "ranting" for the next 6 months. While assaulting someone doesn't exactly fall under the category of "ranting," you would think you probably wouldn't be hearing much of Mr. Wests name. He fooled me! 

According to a source reporting to US Weekly, Kim is "terrified," as it's being reported that the man shouted, "I will kill you," at the reality star. She is also planning on filing a police report. 

The victim of Kanye's assault reportedly wants to press charges, pending an investigation, which was said to be "all on tape," according to Miss Kardashian. 

This is reportedly under investigation by the LAPD. 

By:: Dana P. (Blog Owner/Editor in Chief)