MTV ranked the hottest MCs in the rap game for 2011. Past Hot MC’s such Eminem, T.I., Fabolous, Nas, Gucci Mane or Young Jeezy didn’t even crack the top 10. Wow! Looks like Maybach Music Group, The Throne & YMCMB is running the cable music television stations these days. Checkout the full list below:
10. Wale
9. Wiz Khalifa
8. Big Sean
7. Meek Mill
6. Jay-Z
5. Lil Wayne
4. Nicki Minaj
3. Kanye West
2. Drake
1. Rick Ross
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Rapper Young Jeezy has officially reached Gold certification by the RIAA for his album, TM103: Hustlerz Ambition.
In just a little over a month since his release, Jeezy managed to ship 500,000 copies.
Congrats!
Drops February 28th Tracklisting below:
1. What The Fuck
2. Got Her Like
3. Playa Fo Life
4. Trying To Come Up Ft. C.O.
5. Crush Cologne Ft. Rico Tha Kidd x DJ Upgrade
6. The Magazine Ft. Chase Hattan
7. I Got Caught Ft. Martin Luther
8. I’m A Stop Ft. 50 Cent
9. Hog Ridin’ Ft. Richie Rich
10. Porno Bitch
11. Shut Up Nancy Ft. Kokane
12. Boss Ft. Silk-E
13. Hey Ft. Silk-E
14. Money On The Floor Ft. E-40
15. Double Header Ft. Wallpaper
16. Respect The Pimpin’ Ft. Snoop Dogg
17. Ba Boom Cha
Checkout this acapella video of Unsigned Artist @RealDondada from Greenville, SC. Dude got mad talent. Makes beats on the porch backed up with a dope flow.
more videos after the jump…
In 2011, Hip Hop/Rap music artist record sales have dropped due to increased mobile device, tablet, and computer users. In todays digital age, rap artists don’t only need a HOT song to capture the attention of the consumers, but you will also require a hot visual to post on YouTube or Vimeo to showcase your image. GWOP Magazine staff has put together our 2k11 list of our favorite Hip Hop/Rap music videos of the past year. Check the full list after the jump.
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Lil Weezy recently moved 2 milli copies of Carter IV three months after it’s release. Congrats
#YMCMB
Jizzle gets his acting debut on, in short film .38 to help promote his new album. Checkout the video below:
TM 103 – December 20th
In an unexpected move, veteran rapper Busta Rhymes has officially signed to Cash Money Records. The surprising news was announced via Twitter last night when Rick Ross congratulated Busta, and Busta replied with praise for Cash Money.
In an added twist, New Orleans rapper Mystikal, who was recently released from prison, also joined the New Orleans-based label.
Mystikal has been working with former Cash Money producer Mannie Fresh on his first post-prison album.
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S/O Chris Barz [Supa Block Records]
