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[Video] Common Talks Oscar Win, Leaving Oprah Hanging, & More On Jimmy Kimmel Live

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Fresh off the heels of winning his first Oscar for "Best Original Song" at the 2015 Academy Awards , Lonnie Lynn aka Common made a visit to Jimmy Kimmel Live, last night. While talking with Jimmy, Common spoke on his Oscar win, conversation with Jay Z, and why he left Oprah hanging at the Academy Awards. Check out Common's interview after the jump and don't forget to leave comments.

[Video] Kanye West Talks Fashion, Grammys, New Music & More With Zane Lowe

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While visiting London, Kanye West returned to BBC Radio 1 to talk with Zane Lowe for the first time since their infamous interview in 2013. This time Kanye opens up about his Yeezy 750 Boost, the Grammy's, his forthcoming album and more. Around the 25 minute mark, Ye shows his sensitive side and shed tears over the death of fashion guru Louise Wilson. Watch full interview after the jump.

[Video] Chance The Rapper Makes His Debut On The Breakfast Club

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While visiting New York, Chicago's Chance The Rapper and his band member, Donnie of The Social Experiment, stopped by Power 105.1 to talk with The Breakfast Club. During their visit, Chance shares his history in the industry, relationship with President Obama, working with Madonna, and more. Check out Chance's full interview after the jump and don't forget to leave your comments.

[Video] Kanye West Performs "All Day" At 2015 Brit Awards

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We're only two months into the new year and Kanye West has already impacted us with a number of previews. On yesterday, the Chicago rapper made his way overseas to attend the 2015 Brit Awards and during his visit, he took center stage to perform his long-awaited track "All Day," which is taken from his upcoming album. Check it out after the jump and don't forget to leave your comments.

[Photos] Justine Skye Holds Meet-N-Greet At Villa In Chicago

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Yesterday, Atlantic Recording artist Justine Skye stopped in Chicago for an exclusive meet-n-greet. The event was held at Villa clothing store on the City's South Side and it was packed with her fans.  During the event, the Brooklyn native signed autographs for fans and took time for a gang of selfies. She also granted 50 of her guests with passes for a night at the movies, before leaving the building. After the jump, check out pics from the event and watch Skye's latest video "Collide" featuring Tyga.

[Video] Common & John Legend Win Academy Award for "Glory"

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Last night, turned out big for Chicago rapper Common and R&B singer John Legend at the Academy Awards. After their televised performance of "Glory," the two took home an Oscar for "Best Original Song." The track is taken from the movie Selma , which is based on the Civil Rights movement in the 60's. Watch their acceptance speech after the jump and don't forget your thoughts and comments.

[Photos] Epic Records Celebrates A Night With Tink In Chicago

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Back in 2014, Timbaland shook up the game, when he debuted his new artist Tink on the remix of "Movin Bass" with The Breakfast Club . Since then, the Chicago rapper has hit the ground running with hot new music like "Around The Clock" with Charlamagne and her track "Tell The Children," which caught attention during the time of the no indictment verdict for the shooting of Mike Brown. Last night, Tink celebrated her new found success with a private meet and greet in her hometown, Chicago. The event was held in the West Loop at Sawtooth and it was presented by Epic Records. During the event, Tink took time to conduct interviews and she mixed-and-mingled with the Chicago industry. She also gathered to take pictures with everyone, before inviting them all to a candle light dinner. Afterwards, everyone took to the bar while listening to the sounds of DJ I.B. Happy. Check out some of the pictures from the evening after the jump and don't forget to

Kanye West Talks Yeezy Boost, Grammy Constroversy, BET Honors, Kim K & More With Breakfast Club

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Making his way back to The Breakfast Club, Kanye West hit the airwaves to talk with Angela, Envy, and Charlamagne on a number of topics. During his studio visit, Ye spoke on his new Yeezy Boost, Grammy's controversy, Kim K, Minister Farrakhan and more. Check out interview after the jump.

[New Music] Big Sean "All Your Fault" feat Kanye West

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With his album release being least than a week away, the leaks continue to drop from Big Sean's upcoming project. Today, he delivers new track called "All Your Fault" and it features Kanye West.  Big Sean's  Dark Sky Paradise is set to arrive on February 24th and it features guest appearances from Drake, Jhene Aiko, Kanye West, Lil Wayne and more. For now, check out "All Your Fault." KC

Big Sean "One Man Can Change The World" feat John Legend & Kanye West

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Gearing up for the release of his sophomore album Dark Sky Paradise , which drops on February 24, Detroit's own Big Sean delivers new music inspired by his late grandmother. The track is called "One Man Can Change The World" and it features John Legend and Kanye West. Take a listen below. RR

[Video] Kanye West Performs "Wolves" on SNL 40th Anniversary Special

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Last night, Saturday Night Live celebrated 40 years of their comedy show with a special presentation on NBC. Not only was it packed with a star studded cast of talents from past and present, it also had entertainment from Kanye West. During the special, Kanye kick off with a special performance with "Jesus Walks" and "Only One" and he also hit the stage with Sia and Chicago rapper Vic Mensa for his first live set of his latest single "Wolves." Watch after the jump and don't forget your comments.

Kanye West Previews New Song "Wolves" at Adidas Fashion Show

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On yesterday, Kanye West kicked off All-star Weekend in New York City with a packed house at his Adidas Fashion Show. And not only did he premiere the launch of his new Yeezy Boosts, those in attendance got to hear a new song from his forthcoming album. The track is called "Wolves" and it features Sia and Vic Mensa. Watch the video after the jump and don't forget to leave comments.

[New Music] Chisanity "Real Ni**@" feat Trey Songz

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Exclusively delivered by our friend BeNda World, we get the first listen to the track of Trey Songz new artist from Chicago, IL. His name is Chisanity and his latest new offering is called "Real Nigga." We're told its taken from his upcoming mixtape, which is untitled, and it features Trey Songz with Taz Taylor on the beat. Take a listen below and don't forget to leave your thoughts and comments.

[New Music] Madonna "Iconic" feat Chance the Rapper & Mike Tyson

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Fresh off the heels of performing on the 2015 Grammy Awards, superstar singer Madonna releases new music from her upcoming album Rebel Heart , which drops on March 10th. The track is called "Iconic" and it features former boxing champion Mike Tyson and Chicago's own Chance The Rapper. Take a listen after the jump.

[Video] Kanye West Speaks On Beck's Grammy Win Over Beyonce

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Last night, at the 2015 Grammy Awards, rapper Kanye West almost pulled off another controversial stunt when he pretended to interrupt Beck's acceptance speech for beating out Beyonce for "Album of the Year." Afterwards, Kanye talked with E! and explained how he felt about the entire incident. 

[New Mixtape] Bo Deal "Out Wit A Bang: True Confessions"

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Rumored to be his last and final project, Chicago rapper Bo Deal releases his latest new mixtape for the streets called Out Wit A Bang: True Confessions . It's presented by Trap-A-Holics & DJ Big Tiny and it includes production and guest appearances from Mike Will Made-It, Shy Glizzy, Waka Flocka, T Wayne, Stunt Taylor, and more. Check out the stream after the jump and don't forget your comments.

[Photos] Kanye West Reveals "Yeezy Boost" Sneakers

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Yeezy season is now upon us and thanks to Ibn Jasper , we get a first look of Kanye West wearing his new Adidas 'Yeezy 3.' Word in the streets, the long-awaited shoe is expected to drop on Feb. 12 during New York Fashion Week, which happens to be NBA All-star Weekend in New York as well. Take a look at the Yeezy 3 after the jump.

[New Music] Spenzo "Effortlessly" feat King Louie

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Spit'n bars to a jazzy-produced track by DJ L, Spenzo delivers new collaboration with King Louie called "Effortlessly." Look for Spenzo's Ahead Of My Time and Louie's Drilluminati 3  later this year. FSD

Kanye West Set To Perform At The 2015 Grammy Awards

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Over the last week, Chicago's Kanye West has made a lot of noise on the internet after teaming up with Rihanna and Paul McCartney for their latest new collaborative track called "FourFiveSeconds," and now according to TeamKanyeDaily , the song will be performed by the trio at the 2015 Grammys.  We also hear Kanye West is set to perform a never-before-seen solo performance at the Grammys and news is circulating that he's rumored to hit the road with Rihanna later this year for a 2015 tour. Wow! Yeezy Season has returned!