I’m literally counting down the days until Straight Outta Compton hits theaters. (August 14 – I’m so in there!) What’s dope about the film too is that they can get so creative with promo, and their latest viral piece does exactly that! There’s nostalgia all around as Yo! MTV Raps‘ legendary journalist Fab 5 Freddy sits down with the original members of N.W.A on the set, discussing their legacy as well as their thoughts on the biopic. So cool! Go behind the scenes of Straight Outta Compton with Fab 5 Freddy and N.W.A below.
MC Ren Blasts Universal Pictures For His Absence In ‘Straight Outta Compton’ Trailer
This goes out to you and you and you … While his intent is to NOT promote the film, this is sorta kinda promotion. MC Ren, real name, Lorenzo Patterson choose Twitter as the social media tool to blast Universal Pictures, and their promotional abilities. The N.W.A. member and founder of Villain Entertainment aired out his grievances, because the film studio chose to not give him as much airtime – as the other N.W.A. characters – in the latest trailer for Straight Outta Compton biopic. Hit the jump for more.
(Photos) Dr. Dre Talks Biopic And The Groups Respect For Women “There’s A Big Misconception”
Dr. Dre talks Biopic And The Groups Respect For Women.There is a alot of buzz about the “Straight Outta Compton” Biopic.There is also a lot of drama with the whole Suge Knight ordeal.In a recent interview The “Dr” revealed he didn’t want to do the movie at first. Find out why after the jump.
IFWT Remembers Eazy-E On The 20th Anniversary Of His Passing
Believe it or not, it’s been a whopping 20 years since “Miss Sleazy set up Eazy to die,” and we lost one of the most influential hip-hop artists in the game, Eazy-E. Of course he lives on through his music and his children, and his legacy will be honored in the forthcoming NWA biopic when it hits theaters this summer. Rest in peace, Eazy-E. We miss you!
Suge Knight’s Portrayal In ‘Straight Outta Compton’ Is Reportedly What Caused The Fight
It’s going to be some time before we get the full deal on what happened in Suge Knight’s fatal hit-and-run earlier this month, but more details continue to be released in the meantime. According to the latest report, the entire fight was due to Suge Knight’s likeness being used in Straight Outta Compton, something he both didn’t like and didn’t sign off on. TMZ says Terry Carter (the man that ended up being killed) set up a meeting for Suge to discuss things with Dr. Dre, but it was Suge’s fight with actor Cle “Bone” Sloan that ended things before they could even begin. Dr. Dre denies any meeting having been set up, however.
(Video) Best Hip Hop Moment At The Grammy’s! “Straight Outta Compton” Trailer Released!
I don’t know about you, but I’m excited to see the upcoming movie “Straight Outta Compton”. The trailer for this film was released during the 2015 Grammy Awards and let’s just say it was one of the best Hip Hop Moments of the night. The highly anticipated movie is expected to drop in August 14th 2015 and it takes you back in time to the rise of The world’s most dangerous group, N.W.A.. Dr. Dre and Ice Cube stars in the commercial as they reminisce and drive through were it all started. Watch the clip below!
