Omarion Announces “Reasons” Album Release Date

Omarion just announced that his ‘Reasons’ album is set to arrive this fall. In a follow-up to his ‘Sex Playlist’ album in 2014, this new project is now officially dated for October 23rd. Keep it locked in for features, but you already know it will be lead by his current smash “I’m Up” among others.

Tyga “Stimulated” Video

Check out the brand new visual from Tyga as he continues his onslaught of videos with “Stimulated.” This track was seen on his new project that just dropped and the visual features his 18 year old girlfriend. Peep it above and let us know if it’s awkward to you or nah?

Jake&Papa feat. DUBB & Karina Pasian “Leave Me” Video

Jake&Papa add fun visuals to their hit single and one of my favorites, “Leave Me” feat. DUBB & Karina Pasian. If you’re a 90’s baby, do you recognize this House Party? “We’ve probably performed Leave Me 100 times this year so far & it feels like the first time every time. We have so much fun performing this record, so we wanted to bring that element to the visual. Sat down with our bro Curtis Covington II at CaliiVision & coincidentally, we had the same idea… House Party!! Called up a few homies from the 8 & made it happen.”

Fashawn “100 Bars”

In anticipation of his forthcoming European tour and in celebration of ‘The Ecology,’ here’s a gift for all of Fash’s fans: 100 Bars. Take a listen to the track below and enjoy!

Audio Push Talk Hit-Boy’s Role On “The Good Vibe Tribe”

Audio Push just dropped ‘My Turn II’ and are looking ahead to the release of the debut album, but in part 3 of their interview series with HNHH, the California duo revisits The Good Vibe Tribe, one of their finest projects to date, and the role producer Hit-Boy played in the making of the project. While Hit-Boy has been at his spot cooking up beats, Audio Push has been touring for most of past year and much of The Good Vibe Tribe was recorded on the road.

Kid Ink “One Hell Of A Nite Tour” Episode 1

Kid Ink’s currently criss-crossing the country on his “One Hell Of a Nite” tour, and today he’s rolled out the first video recapping what’s gone down so far. Above he discusses the differences between headlining his own tour and opening for Breezy. He says that “Every night feels like Summer Jam,” speaking to the size of the crowds and the brevity of his sets, and that sounds pretty amazing.

5 Min To The Stage: Nef The Pharaoh

The 707 is home to legends E40 and Mac Dre but, another budding start is spearheading his generation of music with noticeable influences from the Hyphy era, his nrame is Nef the Pharaoh and you know his smash “Big Tymin.” Free Bread caught up with Nef at his first co-headlining show in San Francisco and got a chance to chop it up with him before he touched the stage. Like a seasoned veteran, Nef discusses the importances of a fan base, his mission to make the crowd feel euphoric and his passion for performing.

Omarion feat. Kid Ink & French Montana “I’m Up” Video

The official video for Omarion’s summer smash “I’m Up” featuring Kid Ink & French Montanta has hit the web. In the video the crew surrounded by eye candy, mansions, whips and everything else you might find at a million dollar pool party. Peep that above and keep an eye out for his upcoming ‘Reasons’ album dropping soon.

#IAMSUMMER Recap Episode

Go behind the scenes of IAMSU!‘s first headlining show in the Bay Area! If you missed it, he sold out the Regency Ballroom in San Francisco and shut it down! Above, watch the process all the way up to the show with behind the scenes footage, sound check and more. IAMSU! performed new and old hits for the crowd and if your in the Bay and you missed it….. you missed out. Press play.

Rayven Justice feat. D-Lo “Goonin” Video

Check out the brand new video from Rayven Justice as he links up with D-Lo for “Goonin.” Officially this track was seen off of his most recent project ‘The Cassette Playlist’ hosted by our own DJ Carisma, which is available now! Peep it up top and enjoy!

P-Lo x Kool John ‘Moovie Tour’ Episode 1

Check out the very first tour VLog from P-Lo & Kool John as they give us a behind the scenes look at what went down on the first leg of the tour. Above catch a bunch of on the road-behind the scenes footage along with a bunch of LIVE performance footage as well. Stay tuned for more!

Pink Dolphin Fall ’15 Lookbook (Part 2)

Pink Dolphin has just released the new lookbook and video for their Fall 2015 collection that is set to release on August 29th at Midnight EST and at SF & LA flagship stores at 11am. As you know this new releases is set for the colder weather with a bunch of layers to keep you warm with new designs and new takes on old designs. Make sure you hit the jump for the video and more looks.

Tsunamisode (YSBH Tour) Finale Part 1

Kehlani just finished her first headlining tour, and did I mention that every single show sold out? Yes, so clearly you should have been there if you weren’t. Above watch Miss Kehlani and her squad travel from Seattle to Orange County for the 1st part of the tour finale and stay tuned for the next part coming soon. Shout out to Camarena and Brianna Alysse.

Tyga “Glitta” Video

Only a day after he releases his ‘Fuk Wat They Talkin Bout’ mixtape, Tyga drops a brand new visual for one of the tracks on the project titled “Glitta.” The visual follows the ‘luxury line’ with scenes of him in his crib overlooking the city, his whip and more. Peep it above.

Kehlani Talks Learning Spanish, Wanting To Smoke With Wiz Khalifa & More!

Kehlani checks in with The Cruz Show and talks favorite Mexican food, learning Spanish curse words from friends, not being a fan of scary movies, wanting to get high with Wiz Khalifa and more! Peep it above.

NBA 2K16 Presents: #WINNING

We’re excited for the worldwide premiere of #Winning. NBA 2K16 hits the court with the most authentic and real gameplay a basketball simulation title has ever delivered. Look out for cover athletes Stephen Curry, James Harden & Anthony Davis along with a plethora of the top NBA talent. Watch it to the end and spread the word!

Casey Veggies “Wonderful” feat. Ty Dolla Sign

Want a brand new track from Casey Veggies entitled “Wonderful” featuring Ty Dolla Sign with production from Hit Boy? Your in luck because if you pre-order his album on September 4th you get the track instantly. Take a listen to the track below.

Kool John & P-Lo feat. IAMSU! “On One” Video

Kool John & P-Lo have officially dropped the new visual for “On One” featuring IAMSU! off their new ‘Moovie’ album. This is one of my favorite tracks on the project and the visual follows suit. HBK Gang in this thang. Yee!

Tyga ‘Fuk Wat They Talkin Bout’ Mixtape

After the release of his ‘The Gold Album: 18th Dynasty’ album, Tyga is back with a full mixtape titled F’uk Wat They Talkin Bout.’ The 15 track effort only holds one feature, so you get T-Raw all the way through. He has been in a lot of news lately for the wrong reasons, but at the music is still coming in hot. Make sure you download it HERE and enjoy!

The Martian Official Trailer #2

During a manned mission to Mars, Astronaut Mark Watney is presumed dead after a fierce storm and left behind by his crew. But Watney has survived and finds himself stranded and alone on the hostile planet. With only meager supplies, he must draw upon his ingenuity, wit and spirit to subsist and find a way to signal to Earth that he is alive. Peep it above.

The HOTBOX Presents: Funk Volume Cypher

Check out the Funk Volume Crew LIVE from New York as Hopsin, Jarren Benton and Dizzy Wright give you a taste of what they have made headlines for. What was it? They openly challenged any label to a 3-on-3 battle.3-on-3 battle. They don’t care who it is – as long as they got the money to back it up…. what did they put up? $500,000

Pia Mia’s Journey: From Glass Slipper to Go-Getter

For singer-songwriter Pia Mia, a leading role in a school play helped her find her voice and the confidence to follow her dreams. Learn more about her story in this Artists in Residence video from American Express UNSTAGED above and enjoy your weekend.

G-Eazy “The Rise” Episode #3

Check out the third episode of G-Eazy’s “The Rise” as he heads across the pond to rock a whole bunch of stages from country to country including in the linkes of England, Denmark, Finland, France, Belgium and more. Peep it above.

AD “Juice” Video

Compton rapper AD has released the official visual to his hit single “JUICE” produced by League Of Starz. Peep the ‘hometown vibed’ video above and support the record by picking it up on iTunes. Enjoy!

G-Eazy “You Got Me” Lyric Video

Check out the newest visual from G-Eazy as he drops a lyric video for the track ‘You Got Me‘, produced by Southside. The song was originally premiered via Apple Music and it’s gaining popularity day by day. More from Gerald is on the way, so keep it locked in!

Thizzler Jam 2015 Recap

On Sunday afternoon, hundreds filed in a line outside of downtown Oakland’s Venue in order to see their favorite Bay Area rap acts such as Young Gully, Show Banga, Kool John and Nef The Pharaoh. As the line continued to grow, spreading around the corner and down the block, many anxious attendees attempted sweet talking guards, flaunting friendships with performers, and using any other viable tactic to speed up their entrance. Peep the recap above.

Audio Push Talk Debut Album Announce First Headlining Tour

Audio Push have been grinding hard in 2015, releasing not one, but two mixtapes since April — but they’re only getting started. Speaking with HNHH, the duo made up of Oktane and Price spoke of their upcoming debut album, which they feel the time is finally right to release. While the guys were fairly tight-lipped about details, they did share that a headlining tour will happen before the year’s end.

Jay Rock “90059” Video

Check out the brand new visual from Jay Rock entitled “90059” which serves as the third track he’s released since word of his project was announced. He’s kidnapped in an abandoned building, taking adrenaline pills which turns into a high speed chase with the police. Peep the crazy visual above and stay tuned for the album!

#StraightOutta Somewhere

“Eazy was adamant to put Compton on the map.” Once known as the world’s most dangerous group, N.W.A felt it was important to rep where they were from on their classic 1988 debut album, Straight Outta Compton. They made a statement and showed the world how to rep your city.

Nardwuar vs. Tinashe

During a recent stop through Vancouver, Tinashe was interviewed by the legend Nardwuar. She talks about her experience at America’s Most Talented Kids, her love for Zimbabwe music, hilarious stories of her mother growing up that influenced her music, why people should care about her material and more.

Show Banga feat. Skipper “Stuck In My Ways” Video

Check out the brand new track from Show Banga as he teams up with Skipper for “Stuck In My Ways” from his newest album ‘Mayor 4 Life.’ It’s summer time and this visual bodies that with a backyard pool party and everything that goes along with that.

Tyga “BuSSin Out Da Bag” Video

Tyga continues with his onslaught of visuals preparing his fans for his much anticipated ‘F*ck What They Talkin Bout’ project and to start the week off right you have “Bussin Out Da Bag.” Check it out above and enjoy!

#StraightOutta: Kehlani

“Oakland stands up for what it believes in…when it’s time to come together Oakland comes together” Kehlani talks about why she really loves Oakland and how it influences her as an artist. Press play up top.

Alumni “Forbes” feat. Bricc Baby, Kid Ink, Vee Tha Rula & Shy Glizzy

Check out a brand new track from Tha Alumni game titled “Forbes” featuring the likes of Kid Ink, Bricc Baby, Vee tha Rula & Shy Glizzy. Officially this is off the forthcoming Alumni Mixtape produced by SAP. Take a listen below and enjoy!

RJ: First Headlining Show Video Recap

Leading up to RJ’s first headlining show, his crew documented every step of the way, from rehearsal’s all the way up until the LIVE show which you can peep above. Cameo’s on cameo’s on cameo’s from tons of friends and family of the #YoungCalifornia movement and beyond were there to show support. Shout out to our family DJ Vision & DJ Carisma for holding down the 1’s and 2’s! RJ, the takeover has begun.

‘Burnt’ Official Trailer

In Bradley Cooper’s latest effort for an Oscar, he plays a “chef on the edge” in a psychological character study entitled Burnt. Directed by John Wells, Cooper plays an angry and manic chef who fights for fame and recognition in the competitive mix of 5-star European restaurants while also dealing with the effects of drug abuse.

League Of Starz ‘LOS.FM 2′ Mixtape

The brand new project from our family the League Of Starz has dropped following up 2013’s ‘LOS.FM’ mixtape with ‘LOS.FM 2′ today. The project holds 14 tracks with artists like Ty Dolla Sign, IAMSU!, The Game, Eric Bellinger, Skeme, Sage The Gemini, RJ & a whole lot more. Make sure you download the project HERE and let us know what tracks you like the best. Enjoy!

Tsunamisode (YSBH Tour) Part 4

Continuing along with Kehlani on tour, we are treated to the fourth episode of many to come in her ‘YSBH’ Vlog series. Above, you can catch all the behind the scenes footage you may need along with LIVE footage and more. Press play above and keep it locked in on Miss Kehlani. Yee!

JR Castro feat. Kid Ink, Quavo “Get Home” Lyric Video

North Side Las Vegas native JR Castro linked up with Kid Ink and Quavo of Migos for his DJ Mustard produced debut single “Get Home,” and now we get the lyric video. “He brings a perspective sorely lacking from the R&B world, JR Castro has grabbed the attention of Timbaland, Mike Will, DJ Camper, Terrace Martin, Wale, Future, and Jhene Aiko, who amongst others, collaborated with him on his forthcoming mixtape.”

Skipper ‘The Thrill’ Album

The brand new album from HBK’s own Skipper has landed, the project features 10 tracks with features from artists like Jay Ant, Kool John, CJ & Dave Steezy. Make sure you pick up the project and support it on iTunes HERE and let us know what your favorite track is. Yee!

Casey Veggies “Anybody”

Check out some brand new music from Casey Veggies entitled “Anybody” produced by Sap. His brand new and debut album “Live & Grow” in set to his stores and online September 25th. Take a listen below and enjoy!

Tinashe for Kode Magazine (Behind The Scenes)

In what was released not too long ago, Kode Magazine caught up with Miss Tinashe for not only a photoshoot, but a quick interview as well. In that interview she talks about the highlights in her career, who’s in her music circle, how she wants to be remembered and more. Enjoy!

NBA 2K16 Presents Stephen Curry: Beyond the Shadows

Learn the story of Stephen Curry playing Beyond the Shadows & check out gameplay footage from NBA2K16. Peep it above and stay tuned for the release of the game this fall. Yee!

‘Straight Outta’ Somewhere Promo

If you’ve been on social media anytime over the past week you have seen hundreds of takes on the ‘Straight Outta Compton’ logo replaced with a new city, you may even be sick of it. Nevertheless, the Beats by Dre campaign with photographer Jonathan Mannion has been a complete success. If you haven’t made yours yet, click HERE to do so and click HERE to check out some of our favorites (we will continue to update) and catch the movie this week when it releases!

Tyga feat. A.E. “Don’t C Me Comin” Video

Still getting himself ready for his ‘F*ck What They Talkin Bout’ effort Tyga is back with the latest single from the project. This brand new visual is for a track entitled “Don’t C Me Comin,” with assistance from A.E. Press play up top.

Jasmine V ‘Dazed And Confused Tour’ Episode 1

Jasmine V is back with the installment of the new vlog series. In part one of the tour, she is in New York City highlighting her photo shoot with People Magazine along with her performance at the Best Buy Theatre and more along with all the other behind the scenes footage you know to expect from these. Enjoy!

Behind the Scenes of ‘Straight Outta Compton’ with Noisey

This peak at Straight Outta Compton indicates that the film will do two things—humanize the West Coast rappers in the context of their rise to fame and the environment that created them, and focus on the indisputable cultural impact they had on America. Here, we see the members of N.W.A. being very hands-on with this project, and not to mention Paul Giamatti in a gray wig and some bare ass at the 1:30 mark. Truly, something for everyone!

Dr. Dre ‘COMPTON’ Album Stream

Compton: A Soundtrack by Dr. Dre serves as the final album from the Los Angeles producer-rapper and is slated to hit retail this Friday, but you can stream it today through Apple. Kendrick Lamar, Ice Cube, Snoop Dogg, Eminem, The Game, Marsha Ambrosius, Jon Connor, King Mez, BJ the Chicago Kid and many more are featured on it with production from Dre himself along with some assistance from a bunch of others as well. CLICK HERE TO STREAM.

What's In The Based Update's Mailbox ft. Pink Dolphin

It's yet again time for another 'WITBUM' aka What's in The Based Update's Mailbox! Who doesn't like getting mail, especially when its clothing? Even though it already dropped and Fall just released, we are going to review the Pink Dolphin Summer Collection as we start to close out the season! More exclusive stuff is on the way, so we what you can get your hands on right now in the review/pictorial below!

Packaging: Pink Dolphin always has top of the line shipping since day one! Not only is it priority mail which gets to you asap, but if you live California you will receive it even faster! Above and beyond the initial packaging, all of the gear is wrapped in their own branded poly bags and kept fresh to the max! Every time new material comes out, the quality increases, so the last thing you will ever have to worry about is shipping with Pink Dolphin!

YG Talks About His Shooting, Rap Beefs & More

YG Drops by Ebro in the Morning and talks new music, tour, his shooting, rap beef and a whole lot more! Press play up top and enjoy the 30 plus minute video above. Yee!

‘Destiny: The Taken King’ “We Are Guardians” Trailer

“We are Guardians. We are Hunters, Titans, and Warlocks. We have fought back the Darkness together. But now a new threat looms on the horizon: Oryx, The Taken King. Battle the greatest villain we have ever faced and begin the next Destiny adventure on September 15th. Join us and Become Legend.” I’m hyped for this!

Boogie, DJ Quik & YG: Straight Outta Compton

Compton’s finest DJ Quik, Boogie, YG, Jeron Johnson and Marcellus Wiley share what it’s like to be from the city that N.W.A made famous. Press play up top.

My First Time with Jhené Aiko

The Los Angeles songstress is back with MTV this time to share a rare childhood story regarding her past. Press play above and learn a little more about miss Jhene Aiko. Enjoy!

‘Deadpool’ Official Trailer

Based upon Marvel Comics’ most unconventional anti-hero, DEADPOOL tells the origin story of former Special Forces operative turned mercenary Wade Wilson, who after being subjected to a rogue experiment that leaves him with accelerated healing powers, adopts the alter ego Deadpool. Armed with his new abilities and a dark, twisted sense of humor, Deadpool hunts down the man who nearly destroyed his life.

Under The Bay Episode 3: Nef The Pharaoh

Nef The Pharaoh stopped by Thizzler for episode 3 of #UnderTheBay, chopping it up about how he got his name, how he started rapping, his inspirations and how he feels about people comparing him to Mac Dre, how he felt when he was announced as one of 2014’s Bay Area Freshmen 10, and much more! Peep it above.

Glasses Malone feat. Kendrick Lamar “Thuggin” Official Lyric Video

Check out a brand new take on Glasses Malone’s returns for a lyric visual an a new verse from Killer Mike, who joins the company of Kendrick Lamar on the track. His new album ‘GH2: Life Ain’t Nuthin’ is set to drop soon, so press play up top.

Halo 5: Guardians Limited Edition Hardware Announce

Go behind the scenes with 343 Industries and Xbox as the teams discuss the design and inspiration of the Limited Edition Halo 5: Guardians Xbox One console and controllers arriving October, 2015.

Dr. Dre Announces ‘COMPTON’ Album Release Date

This just in! Dr. Dre announced on his Apple Beats 1 radio show that an official soundtrack for the film is on the way and he got inspired to create for the first time in over 15 years during the filming process. Compton: A Soundtrack By Dr. Dre, will release on Apple Music next Friday on August 7th with features from artists like Kendrick Lamar, The Game, Eminem, Snoop Dogg, Jill Scott, Marsha Ambrosius, John Connor and BJ the Chicago Kid.

G-Eazy at Lollapalooza 2015

Check out the newest sit down with G-Eazy as Lollapalooza catches up with him to talk about how he got his name, the Drake vs. Meek Mil nonsense, what’s next for him in the future and more. Yadadamean!

Tsunamisode (YSBH Tour) Part 3

Continuing along with Kehlani on tour, we are treated to the third episode of many to come in her ‘YSBH’ Vlog series. Above, you can catch all the behind the scenes footage you may need along with LIVE footage and more. Press play above and keep it locked in on Miss Kehlani. Yee!