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They say there’s no place like home. Earlier this month, Mac Miller revealed the title of his forthcoming debut album, Blue Slide Park, which is named after his childhood stomping grounds. In a recent interview with MTV, the Pittsburgh native dug further into the title’s significance.

“Blue Slide Park is a park in Pittsburgh we grew up at. Being two going down slides and then being six playing Little League and hanging out there, then being older coming back there to drink and smoke and party, running from the cops. And now going back there just to chill out and drink a beer.”

Four months after Wiz Khalifa released his major label debut, the album has become certified gold! The Rolling Papers enthusiast celebrated the accomplishment at Atlantic Records’ offices, where additionally, he was presented with platinum plaques for the success of “Black And Yellow” and “Roll Up”! Congrats to Wiz and his entire staff!

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Next Friday, August 5, Wiz Khalifa’s Rolling Papers Tour rolls into Pontiac, MI and lights up the Phoenix Plaza Ampitheater! Afterward, Big Sean continues his homecoming celebration at The Crofoot! For tickets and further details, RSVP on Facebook. Official flyer below…

Sidebar: Tickets for the show can still be purchased HERE! RSVP on Facebook.

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Young Jeezy celebrated the 6-year anniverary of his debut album, Let’s Get It: Thug Motivation 101 last night with a special concert at the Highline Ballroom in NYC. Two songs into his set, he brought out Jay-Z to perform “Go Crazy (Remix)”! Later on, the other half of The Throne, Kanye West came out and “Put On”! Bun B, Fabolous, and The LOX also made guest appearances. Thug Motivation 103 in stores September 20!

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Last night, 21-year-old singer-songwriter The Weeknd, born Abel Tesfaye, made his much-anticipated live debut at the sold-out Mod Club in his hometown of Toronto! Backed by a live band, he performed his critically acclaimed mixtape, House Of Ballons in full. On July 31, The Weeknd opens for Drake and Rick Ross at the 2nd Annual OVO Fest! More footage below…

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With numerous release dates having been speculated, fans have gone cross-eyed in their attempts to Watch The Throne. But thanks to an official press release, we can all see crystal clear. Kanye West and Jay-Z, who collectively form the group, The Throne, will be releasing their collaborative album on Monday, August 8 exclusively on iTunes. Four days later, the album will be available at additional physical and digital retailers. Also on August 8, tickets will be made available for the Watch The Throne Tour, which kicks off September 22 in Detroit! Confirmed dates below…

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On the eve of Cleveland’s 215th birthday, Drake threw the ceremonial first pitch prior to Friday’s game between the Indians and Chicago White Sox at Progressive Field!

As its October 24 release date continues to approach, more details are beginning to surface about Drake’s sophomore album, Take Care. In an interview with Rolling Stone conducted in the Toronto studio where he’s recording the album, Drizzy revealed the titles to three tracks: “Shot For Me”, “Free Spirit” featuring Rick Ross, and “The Real Her” featuring Lil Wayne. Below is an excerpt from the article.

He cues up several tracks in various states of completion, all of which sit squarely in the sparse, somber register that’s become his trademark. “Shot for Me,” the likely album opener, is a marvel of melancholy bravado: He sings “Bitch, I’m the man” in a moan that undercuts the brag, over a beat (courtesy of Shebib) that pairs aching synthesizer notes with an exhilarating barrage of high-hats. Other highlights include “Free Spirit,” featuring Rick Ross and the refrain “Tat my name on you so I know it’s real,” and “The Real Her,” a narcotically woozy love song with detuned pianos and a Lil Wayne guest spot. Drake is also looking forward to collaborating with Abel Tesfaye, a.k.a. buzzy R&B gloomster the Weeknd — and, if he gets his wish, veteran beatsmith DJ Premier, Florence and the Machine’s Florence Welch, and the xx’s Jamie Smith. “No matter who’s on it, it goes through the Drake filter,” Shebib says. “He’s so hands-on about how everything sounds.”

Sidebar: First Single To Be “Headlines”

“I remember it like it was yesterday,” recalls Big Sean’s on-stage hype man and best friend since childhood, SAYITAINTTONE, who clearly looked into his crystal ball before calling a prosthetic limb-selling telemarketer and urging the Detroit resident to forgo cashing his $120 check so he could go rap for Kanye West at the local radio station and be signed to his G.O.O.D. Music label. Now an emerging rapper in his own right, the Finally Famous representer welcomed me into his hotel room last Thursday, July 14 in Grand Rapids, Michigan for a conversation which spans nearly 30-minutes!

[0:00] My Closet
- Showcases jewelry and other accessories from his closet.

[3:17] Finally Famous
- Learning from Big Sean.
- Tells story of calling Big Sean to rap for Kanye West. (Didn’t answer first 19 calls!)
- Tells stories of Big Sean rapping in high school.
- Performing with Kanye West at Finally Famous album release concert. (Jay-Z hiding from crowd.)

[11:27] Chevy Woods vs. SAYITAINTTONE
- Chevy Woods similarities.
- Chevy Woods Rolling Papers World Tour set.
- Relationships with Taylor Gang members.
- Collaborating with Chevy Woods. (Wiz Khalifa studio bus.)
- Songs from Chevy Woods’ upcoming mixtape The Cookout.
- Reveals he’s shooting more music videos from debut mixtape SAYITAINT.
- EXCLUSIVELY reveals title of new mixtape: SAYITAINT II: The Return Of The Don!
- Experience gained as Big Sean’s hype man.

[16:33] Taylor Gang vs. Finally Famous (MUST SEE!!!)
- Life on Rolling Papers World Tour.
- Competition between Taylor Gang and Finally Famous (basketball, Madden, etc.)
- Inside scoop on Wiz Khalifa MTV2 celebrity basketball tournament.

[20:30] Muzik’s My Life
- Love for music.
- Types of music and specific artists he listens to.
- NFL and NBA lockouts.
- Mac Miller (Donald Trump’s tweet, doing a song together, etc.)
- Taylor Gang and Finally Famous comradery.
- New school vs. old school.
- Artists who inspired him to rap.
- Lil Wayne’s “My Last” freestyle. (More Big Sean high school stories.)

Sidebar: Special thanks go to SAYITAINTTONE, Mike Brinks, and Zeno Jones for this incredible opportunity! Thanks to Cory Jamieson (@CoryJamo) for editing!

Keep your eyes peeled. Kanye West and Jay-Z have announced the official release strategy for their collaborative album, Watch The Throne! On August 1, we will see a digital release, followed by the physical CD becoming visible in stores on August 5. Pre-order the format of your choice here!

While backstage at the White River Ampitheater for Seattle’s Kube 93 Summer Jam this past Saturday, Ludacris revealed that he will be dropping a new mixtape before the release of his forthcoming album Ludaversal!

Sidebar: Those of you in my neck of the woods can see Ludacris performing live with T-Pain in Grand Rapids, MI on August 13 as part of the six-day Rock The Rapids music festival! Purchase tickets here!

While backstage on the set of ESPN’s First Take this past Thursday, Lil Wayne broke down the numerous sports references that can be heard on his new mixtape, Sorry 4 The Wait. Meanwhile, Tha Carter IV hits stores August 29!

Last Tuesday, after the Rolling Papers World Tour lit up the first of two sold-out shows at the Masquerade in Atlanta, AllHipHop caught up with Wiz Khalifa on his tour bus!

Sidebar: Those of you in my neck of the woods can see the Rolling Papers World Tour featuring Wiz Khalifa, Big Sean, and Chevy Woods in Pontiac, Michigan on August 5! RSVP on Facebook and purchase tickets HERE!

Until it receives some form of confirmation, this tentative tracklisting should be taken with a grain of salt. However, this is rumored to be the official tracklist for Lil Wayne’s Tha Carter IV, in stores August 29! Time will tell…

1. It’s Weezy’s… (Intro)
2. 6 Foot 7 Foot (Ft. Cory Gunz)
3. Triple Exclusive
4. Nightmares Of The Bottom
5. My Wife Hate My Life (Ft. Cee-Lo Green)
6. How To Love
7. Block My Black Heart
8. Bad Strippin’ (Girl’s Bad)
9. Pray To Big Mason (Ft. Drake & Nicki Minaj)
10. Life Is A Goal
11. Fast Track (Ft. Tech N9ne & Busta Rhymes)
12. Destny Is Over, You Got Real
13. Retire My Royal
14. I’m Ready For You (Ft. John Legend)
15. You & Me
16. My Ghost On It
17. Sometimes I Think About Her (Move) (Ft. Will I Am)
18. Wayne’s World
19. Big Power (Outro) (Ft. Nas, Shyne and Jadakiss)

Deluxe Edition:
1. Flowers (Ft. Lil Twist)
2. John (If I Die Today) (Ft. Rick Ross)

While in Vancouver, BC Canada, Mac Miller recently met up with The Human Serviette for another one of his outrageous interviews! Doot doola doot doo…