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We reported last week that Lil Wayne was rumored to be working on Tha Carter V, thanks to a tweet from Drake. Now it seems that the album has been given an official release date, thus confirming it's really happening. -
Drake tweets hint that Lil Wayne's 'Tha Carter V' is in progress
As members of the entertainment media, no one is more qualified than Music Times to overreact to even the smallest hint of some major news break. Today's example is a tweet sent from rapper Drake suggesting that Lil Wayne is working on Tha Carter V. -
Lil Wayne and figurative language: Teacher suspended for using '6 Foot 7 Foot' lyrics, Music Times completes her lesson
Lil Wayne, despite being totally unintelligible when speaking, is one of the most clever vocalists in the rap game when provided with a beat. Kids could learn a thing or two about literary devices by listening to some of the emcee's raps, or at least that's what one eighth-grade teacher in Florida figured when she gave her students copies of Wayne's "6 Foot 7 Foot" and asked them to underline examples of figurative language. The problem is that Wayne has one of the filthiest mouths in music. The teacher was reportedly suspended for three days by the school district. -
Young Money to release new compilation album 'Rise Of An Empire' in March
There's no denying that Lil Wayne's record label Young Money has grown into one of music's biggest hit-making machines. Today (Jan. 22), the label has announced the release of a new celebratory compilation album "Young Money: Rise Of An Empire," which will drop on March 11. -
Nicki Minaj releases new song on SoundCloud just like labelmate Drake [LISTEN/DOWNLOAD]
Drake isn't the only Young Money artist who gets to drop a new track today (Dec. 30). On the same day the Drizzy dropped his New Year's 2014 single "Trophies," his labelmate Nicki Minaj released a new track of her own. She took to her official website, MyPinkFriday.com, and posted a remix of "Boss Ass Bitch" via SoundCloud. -
Review: Justin Bieber releases five new R&B influenced songs to complete 'Journals' album [LISTEN]
After a one week delay, Justin Bieber finally released his new album Journals Monday morning (Dec. 23) right at midnight. Though the "All That Matters" singer promised one new, unannounced song, the full set arrived with the originally planned 15 songs and three videos on iTunes. Following in the steps of his entire Music Mondays series, the five new tracks on "Journals" feature heavy R&B influences while each maintaining an original vibe. -
Justin Bieber releases rest of 'Journals' artwork on Instagram, featuring chess pieces, a blocky M and a rocket ship [PHOTO]
On Monday (Dec. 9), which was supposed to be the last installation of Justin Bieber's Music Mondays series, the teen idol announced that there was even more music on the way. Bieber revealed that a full-length album entitled Journals will be released on Monday, Dec. 16, and will feature all the 10 previously released tracks and five new ones, featuring artists such as Lil Wayne and Future. Today (Dec. 12), Bieber revealed the five song titles as well as what rapper will guest on which song. -
Lil Wayne Heading To Europe With Mac Miller [TOUR DATES]
Lil Wayne just got done being among "America's Most Wanted" (the hip-hop tour that is), but now he's looking to join the ranks of Europe's most wanted. Although that's not the name of his upcoming 14-date tour across the pond, we wouldn't mind if he wanted to borrow it. -
Has Decline in Sampling Led to Decline in Social Commentary for Hip-Hop?
An interesting piece in The Atlantic this week from Erik Nielson, discussing the decrease of sampling in hip-hop and the what he argues is the resulting decrease of social commentary in hip-hop. I'll give a brief summary of his findings and a few thoughts from both sides, but make sure you check out the original story. -
Lil Wayne 'Dedication 5' Mixtape Brings Reviews Good and Bad, Feedback From Lil Kim and Pusha T
So how did you enjoy Lil Wayne's new mixtape "Dedication 5"? Based on the reaction of the Twitterverse, you definitely loved it, or you definitely hated it. -
Lil Wayne Tour 2013 Drama: Before 2 Chainz Arrest, Fan Accuses Weezy's Entourage of Sexual Harassment, Breaking Jaw on 'America's Most Wanted' Tour Bus
The drama never seems to end on Lil Wayne's "America's Most Wanted" tour. Following 2 Chainz's tour bus showdown with the police (ending in the "No Lie" rapper's arrest) one female fan is now accusing a member of Weezy's entourage of... -
Lil Wayne and Birdman Cancel Cash Money/Young Money VMA After-Party Featuring Drake Appearance
Bad news for MTV Video Music Award show attendees and few lucky ticket-holders: The Cash Money/Young Money Entertainment after party has been cancelled. Cash Money rapper and honcho Bryan "Birdman" Williams said the decision was made because of overwhelming response and a concern for safety.
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