Rihanna Covers The Fader For Their 100th Issue

Rihanna is featured on the second cover from The Fader this month. The Fader already unveiled a huge cover for their 100th issue, with Drake picking his teeth with a toothpick on the celebratory issue. However they've just now unveiled a second cover, with an equally big much bigger star- Rihanna. RiRi looks back at us as she takes her own photo for The Fader's new cover, rocking a baby pink outfit. In other photographs from Fader's shoot, Rihanna lounges while smoking on a blunt. Take a look at a few of the photos above. Read the full cover story here-- although don't expect much in the way of Q&A, as Rihanna apparently only granted them five questions to ask, via e-mail at that. You can scoop up your own copy of The Fader's 100th issue on October 27th.

Mase Hit With A Tax Lien

Mase was hit with a federal tax lien of $12,036.51. It's definitely a familiar story, at this point you could insert many a rapper name into this headline and the result would be similar. Today the latest hip-hop artist to be targeted by Uncle Sam is none other than pastor Mase. The Jasmine Brand reports that the documents were filed in Georgia which accuse the Harlem spitter of neglecting to pay his taxes for the year 2010, resulting in $12,036.51 tax lien. Mase hasn't been having the best of luck this past year, when it comes to finances. You may recall he was sued by a model when he used her photograph without her permission for one of his song's cover art, resulting in a $7,500 judgement. On top of that, he divorced his long-time wife, and so now he's supporting her with $6,000/month.

"Ordained" Cover Released By Z aka Zeus

"Ordained" Cover Released By Z aka Zeus Earlier in the week we recieved notice that artist Z aka Zeus is releasing a prequal to "The L" known as "Ordained"! Mainly self produced by Z under his beat alias "VI$A". With a geust production by fellow 615 producer SpaceBaby.Weve received the Ordained cover and its said itll b e released by the end of October! Check out the cover below and let us know what you think in the comments:

Rich Homie Quan Being Investigated By Child Protective Services For Smoking In Front Of His Baby Boy

Rich Homie Quan is being investigated by Child Protective Services for allegedly smoking a blunt in front of his baby boy. Rich Homie Quan has made some rather questionable choices in his past prior to thinking them all the way through, like spitting bars about raping women, but what he’s making headlines for today should definitely count as another “doh” moment of his. TMZ reports that Child Protective Service and the Fulton County Police Department have teamed up to investigate Rich Homie Quan after he posted a clip on snapchat of himself puffing on what looks to be a blunt with his 1-year old baby boy sitting on his lap. Sources say that Child Protective Services wants to sit down with Quan and ask him a slew of questions, more specifically what was he smoking? They also reportedly want to know if this was a one-time situation or his standard operating procedure. If this were to go terribly South for Quan, he could face possible criminal charges, including endangering a child and reckless behavior

Drake Speaks On Quentin Miller's Reference Tracks & Beating Meek Mill With "Back To Back"

Drake acknowledges Quentin Miller's reference tracks and details his process in putting a quick end to his beef with Meek Mill. With the FADER 100 issue, Drake has given his first interview since early 2014. As he hasn't spoken to the media during a time when the media wants him most, the new issue finally lets fans hear Drizzy touch on some controversial topics that have surrounded him for much of the summer. Even though he dealt with said controversies about as well as he could have, most of us still have a few tough questions that we want to direct at the "6 God." First -- we get that music is a collaborative process, but why the Quentin Miller-rapped reference tracks, which sounded much like what ended up on If You're Reading This Its Too Late? Drake's response: "I need, sometimes, individuals to spark an idea so that I can take off running. I don't mind that. And those recordings—they are what they are. And you can use your own judgment on what they mean to you." When asked about the context in which he asked for Miller's reference tracks, he responded, "There's not necessarily a context to them. And I don't know if I'm really here to even clarify it for you." Okay, well, truthfully, we didn't expect a straight answer... Drake went on to say that the ghostwriting accusations led to a necessary debate about what qualifies as authentic in hip-hop today and that he was happy to take the heat and be the impetus that drove that discussion. "If I have to be the vessel for this conversation to be brought up—you know, God forbid we start talking about writing and references and who takes what from where—I'm OK with it being me." He also talked about his state of mind soon after Meek Mill made the initial accusations and why he decided to come out of the gates with two consecutive diss tracks. "This is a discussion about music, and no one’s putting forth any music? Nobody told you that this was a bad idea, to engage in this and not have something?...I just didn't understand. I didn't understand because that's just not how we operate." He then spoke on how he knew "Back to Back" had to be the dagger in the short-lived beef. "I was like, 'I'm gonna probably just finish this.' And I know how I have to finish it. This has to literally become the song that people want to hear every single night, and it's gonna be tough to exist during this summer when everybody wants to hear [this] song that isn't necessarily in your favor." Think it's been a tough summer for Meek?

Stream Big Boi & Phantogram's Collaborative EP "Big Grams"

Stream Big Boi & Phantogram's new joint EP "Big Grams." The time has come. Big Boi’s & Phantogram’s new collaborative project, Big Grams, is officially out on iTunes. Deeper than your typical project, each of the 7 tracks on the project are intended to be paired with one of the seven deadly sins, which includes lust, gluttony, greed, sloth, wrath, envy and pride. “The Seven Deadly Sins, also known as the Cardinal Sins, are the most severe, immortal acts that poor, fallen man can commit. WRATH, GREED, SLOTH, PRIDE, LUST, ENVY, and GLUTTONY are the transgressions that almost certainly guarantee the eternal doom of a soul.” However, what is these character flaws were celebrated, rather than condemned? That’s the idea and concept behind this new project from Big Grams. Lead by the previously heard “Fell In The Sun,” Lights On”, & “Goldmine Junkie” records, Big Grams features guest appearances from Skrillex & Run The Jewels.

Rapper Z aka Zeus Prepares To Drop New Mixtape

Rapper Z aka Zeus Prepares To Drop New Mixtape Ltown native Z aka Zeus prepares to drop a new mixtape "Ordained" a six song LP to be released to Itunes & Spotify following the release of banger "Powder"! With this being the first release under the label "Official Vizion", Z makes a strong stance on the scene! Check out the tracklist below: 1. Southern Pimpin (Prod. By. VI$A) 2. South District (Prod. By. VI$A) 3. Puttin In Work ft.Crixus (Prod. By. VI$A) 4. Fa Real Tho (Prod. By. VI$A) 5. Powder (Prod. By. SpaceBaby) 6. Swish (Prod. By. VI$A)

Stream Fetty Wap’s Self-Titled Debut Album

Listen to Fetty Wap's self-titled debut album in its entirety before it drops officially on Friday. There’s no denying the success New Jersey sensation, Fetty Wap, has encountered over the course of this past year. From being a "one-hit" wonder with “Trap Queen” to owning multiple hits on the airwaves & charts (“My Way” & “679”), Fetty has rolled out one of the most impressive runs & come-ups in the industry’s history. So now after months of anticipating his debut album, the wait is finally over. Due out officially in about 24 hours (9/25), Fetty Wap’s self-titled debut album is now being streamed in its entirety ahead of time on NPR Music (see below). Laced with 20 records, many of which we’ve already heard, Fetty Wap will feature guest appearances from only his fellow Remy Boyz Monty & M80, leaving the big-name features for another time. The album will of course contain his chart-topping singles “Trap Queen,” “My Way,” & “679” to name just a few.

CeeLo Green Reveals Album Cover For “Heart Blanche”

Peep the cover art for CeeLo Green's upcoming album "Heart Blanche." With his upcoming album, Heart Blanche, set to arrive November 13, CeeLo Green decided to take to social media on Tuesday afternoon and reveal its album cover. Posted via Twitter, the cover art finds Cee Lo sitting in a chair covered from head to toe in flowers, while a little child sits next to him staring up at him in confusion. The album, which is led by the single “Music In My Soul,” will serve as CeeLo's first album since 2012’s CeeLo's Magic Moment. Cee Lo has reportedly been in the studio with Mark Ronson, Charlie Puth, Eg White, Wallpaper, and John Hill working on the album. Here’s what he had to say about it, “The album is entitled Heart Blanche to imply that this record is a renaissance, and the variety are vital signs of a healthy heart.” - CeeLo

The Game Advices Slim Jesus To Be Careful; Says "He's Gonna Get His Ass Smoked”

The Game opens up about the internet's Slim Jesus, says "he's gonna get his ass smoked." Slim Jesus, a scrawny 19-year old white rapper from Hamilton, Ohio, took the internet by storm a few weeks back when he released “Drill Time,” a video that finds him flaunting guns, promoting street violence, & even referencing killing people. Since the release of this awkward video (which you can watch here), Slim Jesus has been the topic of several conversations across the industry, and earlier this week The Game, someone who knows a thing or two ‘bout that lifestyle, was asked to his voice his opinion on the new rapper. Speaking briefly with Complex, The Game says he original thought Slim Jesus was cool & dope. He says "I thought it was dope. I was like, 'Shit, there's a White boy with fucking guns and he's ready to fucking kill shit." However, once The Game found out Slim Jesus wasn’t really about that lifestyle, as he explained to Vlad TV in a following interview, his opinion of him quickly changed. The Game says he worries that video might come back to haunt him. "I think that Slim Jesus either really better be fucking killing or he's gonna get his ass smoked," The Game says. "I worry about kids these days rapping about things that they're not really about." Later, The Game went on to say that Slim’s in a tricky situation that could turn south. The game advises when playing those type of games in the streets, lives could be lost, so tread lightly. "Sometimes I think it's sad because lives can be lost when playing those games," The Game says. "Be careful, Slim Jesus."

ASAP Rocky Is Releasing A Limited Edition Chain With Virgin Mega

ASAP Rocky is partnering with Virgin Mega to release a limited edition A.L.L.A. Access Chain, in anticipation of his "Worldwide" tour. ASAP Rocky and Tyler, The Creator's joint tour is definitely an affair fans will not want to miss, even more so when you throw Vince Staples and Danny Brown into the mix. If ever we needed to say 'lituation,' this would probably be it. In anticipation of the tour, which kicks off on September 19th in Lowell, MA, Rocky has teamed up with Virgin Mega for an limited edition chain. Virgin Mega basically partners with brands to bring users that exclusive shit, and their latest collaboration is the "A.L.L.A Access Chain." The chain's design pays homage to Rocky's NYC roots, with a version of the 1970 MTA subway token hanging from a bronze chain, as well as a 2015 version of the token. Each piece of jewlery was cast in bronze by Gabriel Urist. The chains will set you back $95 a piece, and in order to cop one, you need to download the Virgin Mega app and begin waiting in a virtual line. Downloading the app reserves you a spot in line, and at 4 PM on September 25th, fans will have one hour to improve their spot in the virtual line in the hope of copping a chain. You can improve your spot in the line by answering questions about the rapper, engaging with other fans in line, and engaging with Virgin Mega's DJ. One lucky winner will also get tickets to the tour, at the show of his/her choice.

Yelawolf Announces New Album Title

Yelawolf reveals the title to his third studio album in a new Facebook post. Not even five months removed from his Love Story LP, and Yelawolf is already turning his focus onto his next album. Jumping on Facebook today, Yelawolf decided to open up to his fans about his current state of mind and in the process he ended up revealing the title to his third studio album, Trail By Fire. Here’s what Yelawolf had to say on FB, "It’s been a crazy week. So much energy around me at all times. I’ve found peace and quite for most of my life at grave yards .. My Maw Maw used to take me .. We would just walk around and read stones … I write a lot of records here .. Today I wrote a record for @leebrice and I here .. Called “Violin” … We’re supposed to be in the studio this evening .. Time to push all aside and get these ideas recorded .. Songs are like a passing speck of dust in the wind … If you don’t grab it and contain it .. It’ll be gone forever. With all my growth .. I can say returning to my roots has been the greatest blessing. Sharing that with what hip hop brought to my life … I’m forever grateful .. ” Trial By Fire ” will be the title for my next album … Sharing this with you all today … Right now …. Cause who knows really … But I’m mentally ready to begin the next album … And the journey starts today. @shadyrecords INTERSCOPE ‪#‎slumerican @fefedobsonofficial @kleversworld @bonesowens @spidysmith @jdotjones @rosenberg" - Yelawolf No word yet as for when Trail By Fire will arrive, but it looks like it’s definitely in the works. We’ll keep you posted as more on this story unfolds. Who's excited?

Drake Opened A Restaurant In Toronto

Drake now owns a restaurant called "Fring's". Drake held a pretty exclusive event last night, but it had nothing to do with his recent project with Future -- in fact, it had nothing to do with music whatsoever. Drake's party in Toronto was to celebrate the opening of his new restaurant with celebrity chef, Susur Lee. It's called Fring's, and it's located in the heart of downtown at 455 King St. W. Outside of those key points, we don't really know too much about the new business, as it was a pretty exclusive event. Much like his last few projects, Drizzy is keeping things on the down-low until things officially start up, so no menu details for the time being.

Lupe Fiasco Rants Against Complex

Lupe Fiasco calls out Complex for throwing his name in an article he apparently didn't want to be associated with. Lupe Fiasco goes on impassioned twitter rants every now and then, and last night, Complex happened to be at the center of one. The cause of the lengthy twitter speech was an article Complex wrote about "real" hip-hop fans not appreciating What A Time To Be Alive, and their incessant need to claim that so-and-so is "real rap" while so-and-so is not. Lupe Fiasco's name was thrown into the mix, a candidate for "real" hip-hop, and thus he was pitted against the likes of Drake and Future, whom the Complex writer was ostensibly defending. Lupe Fiasco caught wind of the article, and didn't appreciate that his name was mentioned. In response to the article link, Lupe wrote, "Keep Lupe name out that fuckshit...don't make SLR you clowns...FOH." He continued, "If niggas don't like that shit then they don't fucking like it..stop caping for a backstage pass I fuck with both dem niggaz. Learn not to intercede on behalf of niggaz who don't give two shits about you @ComplexMag and stop using REAL MC's names in vain for likes." He eventually targeted the writer himself, writing, "Don't mention our names with bullshit Angel you aint did enough in rap to muddy the names of niggaz who keep it alive." He added, "Your article was distasteful and unnecessary and it was fucking wack. Speak your peace but don't involve us bitch."

Tyga Hit With Tax Lien

Tyga has a lot of people looking for cash from him these days. The bills have been piling up for Tyga recently, with his former landlord forcing the rapper to cough up $70,000 in rent he claims he's owed, and a promoter looking for $100k. Tyga just got another knock on his door, and this time its from the State of California, who report that the rapper still owes tax money from 2009, 2010, and 2011. His owings only come up to $19,124.98, which we assume he'll be able to afford, but buying Ferrari's for Kiley Jenner isn't exactly the cheapest lifestyle either. Then again, she might be able to help out with the bills. In the midst of all the legal drama, Tyga managed to put out his Fuk What They Talkin' Bout mixtape. You can download the project here.

Noah "40" Shebib Calls Drake "The Best To Ever Do This"

Noah "40" Shebib calls Drake the GOAT. Of course, OVO co-founder Noah "40" Shebib loves Drake, the man alongside whom he gained all of his wealth and prestige. But the Toronto producer has just awarded Drizzy with the highest praise imaginable, calling him "the best to ever do this" and saying that "there's no else" who can compare.

He's the best to ever do this. I'll always stand by that. I've seen too much, I know too much about how this all works. There's no one else.

— Noah Shebib (@OVO40) September 19, 2015

The above tweet seemingly came out of nowhere, though, of course, it comes the day before Drake is about to drop the year's most anticipated project, What a Time to Be Alive, a joint album with Future. Shebib showered Drake with similarly gushing tweets soon after Meek Mill had shocked the world by revealing Drake's ghostwriter. Hopefully, this time, his words hint at the type of quality we're about to hear on What a Time to Be Alive. So, let's evaluate 40's tweet -- is Drake really the best ever? Hmmm...or could it actually be that he's talking about Mr. Future Hendrix?

Lil Mouse Disses Slim Jesus With "Kill Time"

http://imb.ulximg.com/image/full/gallery/1442715357_8c159944915c6d2336b556a97bcb54e7.png/ec6e3076d2de62916610ccd286dc16f8/1442715357_651ae07e6aa381fc602d3800bedd2a50.png Lil Mouse disses Slim Jesus with "Kill Time." In the past few years, a number of teenage rappers from Chicago have gone viral thanks to breakout music videos filled with violent paraphernalia. The latest is "Drill Time" rapper Slim Jesus -- wait, Jesus isn't from Chicago, he's from Hamilton, Ohio. But he does make drill music that is clearly indebted to the genre created by young Chicago rappers. Jesus' breakout hit, "Drill Time," has caused some controversy and it has prompted other rappers to respond with diss tracks. The latest diss record aimed at Jesus comes from an artist who broke out in similar viral fashion about three years ago -- Lil Mouse. Mouse was 13 years old when Lil Wayne remixed one of his tracks, "Get Smoked," and included it on his 2012 mixtape Dedication 4. Mouse is now 16, two years younger than Jesus. Soon after "Drill Time" started to blow up, Jesus became the target of a few diss records over the same "Drill Time" beat, such as this and this -- which have both circulated quickly as they've ridden the hype of Jesus' original. Mouse's new track, which he's called "Kill Time," is certainly the most high-profile diss we've heard thus far. "Kill Time" also comes soon after Slim Jesus has received a cosign from Chief Keef, who selected the Ohio rapper to be a surprise guest at last night's "Bang 3 Hologram Fest." As has been Sosa's luck of late, the show was shut down and Jesus never got to perform. Lil Bibby has also come out in support of Jesus. In response to much of the controversy around "Drill Time," Slim Jesus has said that he doesn't actually partake in the violent activities he raps about. He does plan to continue making drill music, though, as that's the music that he enjoys listening to and that inspires him. Unlike Bibby and Sosa, Lil Mouse isn't cool with that. Though Mouse doesn't explicitly call out Jesus by name, it's clear he's the target immediately into "Kill Time." "Why you drill rapping, you ain't from here / Tired of n*ggas tryin' to be like us, you tryna drill rap, but can't come here," raps Mouse. He also (if my ears serve me correctly) proceeds to compare Slim Jesus to the cartoon character Doug. "Fake gangstas tryin' to drill rap / I'ma call him Doug, we expose those" He ends the track by rapping: "This shit ain't no game / And this shit ain't no joke / Don't rap about it if you don't be around it / You gon' fuck around at get smoked" Thoughts on Mouse's "Kill Time"? How would you receive Slim Jesus if you were a drill rapper actually living in Chicago? Mouse says that a "Kill Time" music video is on the way.