Before the annual B.E.T hip-hop awards airs live tonight, worldstarhiphop catches up with some of the celebrities walking the red carpet in the sneak preview.
(Video) Welp! Lil Yachty Calls 90s Rappers “Old and Washed Up”
There has been quite a divide between the newer generation of artists and more established ones in recent months, following the rise in popularity of rappers like Lil Yachty, Lil Uzi Vert and more. The issue has stemmed from comments from the young newcomers, who have refused to freestyle over classic hip-hop beats and – in the opinions of some – have mocked the culture that pays their bills.
DJ Khaled Announced As Host Of 2016 BET Hip-Hop Awards
It’s another one for DJ Khaled! The artist/producer/personality has been announced as the host of this year’s BET Hip-Hop Awards. He is also up for 9 nominations that night: ‘DJ of the Year,’ ‘Best Hip-Hop Video,’ ‘MVP of the Year,’ ‘Track of the Year,’ ‘Album of the Year,’ ‘Hustler of the Year,’ ‘People’s Champ Award’ and two nods for ‘Best Collabo, Duo or Group.’ “I am extremely honored to be a part of such an incredible show that has watched me grow as an artist and mogul throughout my career,” Khaled said in a press release. “The Hip Hop Awards are synonymous with a night of stellar performances and tributes to the greatest hip hop artists of our time. I am excited to bring cloth talk and the major keys to the Hip Hop Awards for an iconic and memorable show!”
See The MCs For The BET Cypher at the Hip Hop Awards This Year
The BET Cypher is always entertaining to watch during the annual BET Hip-Hop Awards. Hit the jump to see the list of MCs that will be spitting this year.
(Video) Jay Electronica Spits Fire During A3C Hip Hop Festival!!!
Jay Electronica took the stage in Atlanta for the annual A3C Hip Hop Festival. The lyricist dropped some dope lines and embraced the crowd with love and lines – rap lines. Check it out down bottom.
(Video) Jay Electronica Says He Has Enough Material Recorded For ‘Many’ Albums
Jay Electronic has enough material for multiple albums. However, fans are going to have to wait a little while longer as Jay Elect still not comfortable enough to whittle the material down into one project for release.
