Hip Hop in the Ville

Hip Hop in the Ville #22 Tank tha Heat Totta

2012-07-30T14:35:00.000-07:00

Written by Crystal Walker

Tank The Heattotta has the streets turned up with heat, from Atlanta to the Nashville area. Over the years growing up watching his brothers master the art of hip hop it slowly but surely pulled him in. Remembering the days when he used to just sit back and watch his brothers free-style in the basement, he couldn't help but to be intrigued. For 14 years strong he grew up within the hip hop world of Street Flavor records, where he mastered the ins and outs of the music world what it brings, and what he could bring to the music world. Over the past 6 to 7 years was when Tank began to put more time into his music career and take his music more serious. Being blessed with many talents, he has also shown his acting side as well. Around the year 2004 he had a role in a independent film with Trill Fam Ent., entitled,"One The Grind". Tank was also a character in Hip Hop In The Villes' ,"King of The Ville", the upcoming, "King Of The Ville II:A Killers Nightmare", and a 10Gzy film entitled, ''Queen Over Her Prince". Being blessed with the opportunity to stretch his wings with acting, his passion still lies within his music. Tank, Suicidal, and David Ray have come to create a group that has put heat out in these streets. Lost Minds, is the name, followed by their title, Ciroc Boys. They manage to put out music that hits your ear each time. Working with the hottest directors in Nashville by the name Trevino, also Axtion, who shot the video entitled,"Ciroc Boys". it had received a very positive response with over 40 to 50 views within the first day, which can be viewed at www.worldstarhiphop.com. The video F**K My Swagg, which was shot by the hottest Trevino, can also be viewed at www.worldstarhiphop.com. Not only keeping the focused on their projects, the Ciroc Boys scout for talented artist all around them. They give them the opportunity to show their skills, and let their music be heard by performing live on a Internet based site called Grind & Shine t.v. Hosted by the very own Ciroc Boys. Every Friday night the hottest artist of their choice is provided with a interview, tracks played, and video time with performances. you can also check the Ciroc Boys out at Club Ciroc on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights. To stay connected with Tank The Heattotta follow him at www.twtitter.com/liltank5 and www.facebook.com/tanktheheatotta

Hip Hop in the Ville #21 Erica Lyons

2012-07-30T14:21:00.001-07:00

Written by Crystal Walker

Welcome to Barbieville! One of the hottest Hip Hop In The Ville's model vixen, Erica Lyons, is following her dreams, and each day she makes it her reality. Her inspiration was received from two specific television show. one was, The Tyler Perry Show, Erica always seem to notice the raw talent used and how he gave people a chance to show their many skills.The recognition he gave those people, gave Erica her motivation to chase her own dreams as an actress. While watching another television show, by the name of America's Next Top Model.On a specific season on model Eva Pigford, touched her so much that she felt the push from inside of her to pursue a career in modeling. Noticing first hand how opporunites come and go she started to put her dreams into action. Erica has been modeling now for the past 3 to 4 years with Nashville's Hip Hop In The Ville. She has accomplished plenty, as a Hip Hop In The Ville Vixen, Erica has modeled in the HHV Vixen Calender, and while keeping a good rythm of everything, she began to host several shows through the Hip Hop In The Ville network. Spreading her talent around the board, she also conducts live interviews, during the 2nd Annual Hip Hop In The Ville. Erica still manages to keep a great balance of her goals, by landing a role in Nashville's own King Of The Ville and upcoming King Of The Ville II: A Killers Nightmare. She loves each opportunity that is received and is open to any project that comes with modeling or screen work, but Erica's dream is held towards becoming a actress and holding down her new family.

3rd Annual HHV Car Show Photos

2012-07-26T19:32:00.000-07:00

3rd Annual HHV Car Show Sat July 21st Photos

4th Annual HHV Awards Hottest DJ Nominees

2012-07-16T15:53:00.002-07:00

4th Annual HHV Awards Females Models Nominees & continue to nominate and vote for Best Female Model for the 4th Annual HHV Awards until Nov 9th 2012 (and we will continue to add their photo if we can find them) vote at hiphopintheville.com .
Should a person name be on the ballot but his or her photo is not up email pic to mr.grimey@live.com

Dj Sir Swift

DJ C-Dub

DJ Raw Tune

DJ Wet

DJ Hypeman Crunk

DJ Wheezy

4th Annual HHV Awards Best Group/Duo Nominees

2012-07-16T09:32:00.002-07:00

4th Annual HHV Awards Best Group/Duo Nominees & continue to nominate and vote for Best Group/Duo for the 4th Annual HHV Awards until Nov 9th 2012 (and we will continue to add their photo if we can find them) vote at hiphopintheville.com

Bezzeled Gang

H20

Molly Gang

Wheelchair Gang

Cirok Boyz

4th Annual HHV Awards Boss of all Bosses Nominees

2012-07-15T17:47:00.000-07:00

Charlie P


DJLW

Highrolla

Mar Karleon

CP Babydon

Axtion

Haystak

4th Annual HHV Awards Tattoo Artist Nominees

2012-07-15T17:19:00.000-07:00

4th Annual HHV Awards Tattoo Artist/Parlor Nominees & continue to nominate and vote for Best Tattoo Artist/Parlor for the 4th Annual HHV Awards until Nov 9th 2012 (and we will continue to add their photo if we can find them) vote at hiphopintheville.com

Emperor Tattoo

Russell Duke

Tattoo Bling

Tim Bush

Tonya Woodroof

Joshua Spurling

4th Annual HHV Awards Female Model Nominees

2012-07-14T19:25:00.002-07:00

A'rmani Lopez

Decotah Copestetic Reese

Promysce De

Sierra Gx

Sonya Renee

Tamika Lasha


Ms.India

Nunu

Kiana BeautifulLegend Black

Melissa Meljfit Ewing

Corshonna Carpenter

Chanda Brickhouse Beach

Sana Kool

Shardae Carter

Maliyah Lady Magic

Hip Hop in the Ville #20 Rob Vick

2012-06-13T21:40:00.000-07:00

Written by Crystal Walker

Rob Vick is a rap artist from Nashville TN. He has been blessed with the talent to rap at a early age. Throughout his teen years he played around with the thought of becoming a rapper; but never really took it serious. Remembering his first studio session, he felt a bit intimidating, but once he heard himself on a music track; he received a rush from within. By the year of 2003 and 2004 Rob began to look at his talent, take it serious, and move into a different direction. With music being his desire; he used his music talent to deliver the truth about Jesus; in a way that would reach those whom didn't listen to the traditional gospel music. In 2005, Rob had a rap gospel video, that aired on Video Gospel. That type of accomplishment made him really see blessings come about. Also winning the Gospel Artist of the Year Award; from the 1st Annual Hip Hop in the Ville Awards. He knows his true calling and purpose in life, which is to educate those around him with the word of God. Rob, consistently, for the past few months has had performances as Sound Therapy. He will soon to be in Atlanta for a performance, also performing at different churches as well. Even though he moves around a lot spreading the word of God through music. He still finds time to attend church at Lake Providence Baptist Church. Working under his label, Exodus Music, Rob had a album called, "Jesus Advocate". He has completed mixtapes that can be found on Datpiff.com entitled, "Viktory Mixtape", and "Prodigal Son Mixtape".

Hip Hop in the Ville #19 Yung Ray

2012-06-10T09:08:00.000-07:00

Written by Crystal Walker

Yung Ray from Inglewood of East Nashville step foot in the rap game about 2 years ago. Even though his time in the game hasn't been long; his music shows creativity, passion, and hunger he brings out from within. Over the years growing up, Yung Ray felt his need to be a performer. Taking a step out on faith, he made a choice to become a full time artist. Days when he visualized himself managing his music, handling business, has now turned into his reality. Falling back on the memory of his first studio session; he didn't feel any type of nervousness or intimidation. Even with his first onstage performance; he felt no fear, more humble than anything. That performance gave him great assurance; he felt it was more for him than the audience. Proving to himself that he could do anything he wanted to was confirmation also. With all the hard work, grind time, and dedication; it's all done for his family and those around him. He worked all around the music realm, from working with groups even. Learning that working with others everyone would have to be on the same page, if not it brings conflict. Yung Ray bringing 100% to the table every time, he felt that he would be better off going solo. With Shife Lyfe Ent. he began to advance bringing real, A-1, all the way in your face type of music, it demands your attention. Realizing the love around him from his movement with CTS Gang (Can't Trust Shit), his fans, and his stomping grounds of Inglewood; he feels truly blessed. Yung Ray has a upcoming video expected to drop within the next couple of weeks; also an album entitled,"Hard Work Pays Off". That should be out soon as well. To keep updates on Yung Ray and the CTS Gang he can be contacted at www.facebook.com/Yung-Ray and at youtube.com as well.

Car Show & After Party

2012-06-03T06:13:00.000-07:00

http://www.facebook.com/events/191071274340938/ Come out Sat July 21st 2pm at the old Bell Forge Movie Parking Lot Theater 5400 Bell Forge Lane East, Antioch,TN for the 3rd Annual HHV Car Show. Car, Trucks, Vans & Motorcycle can register for $5.00 at http://www.hiphopintheville.com/, Hifi Buys 3724 Nolensville Pike, Nashville, or 12 Gauge Audio 1009 Gallatin Rd Admission FREE to the public, Cars, Models, Food, Music, Prizes, Raffles 615-573-2118 Spanish: Sabado Julio 21 2pm-7pm 5400 Bell Forge Lane East, Antioch Registra tv Carro Camioneta o Van po. $5.00

Hip Hop in the Ville #18 Bossman

2012-05-13T09:43:00.000-07:00

Written by Crystal Walker

Multi-talented actor/rap artist Bossman is handling his business. Moving here to Nashville 14 years ago from Louisville, Mississippi. Bossman has been putting work in. Since 16 years old he has been writing music, and having the gift of performing and using his gift since day one. Today Bossman has a record label called Kammittee Music Group that has been up for 10 years strong. He has been performing and writing for over 18 years and acting for over 4 years. Bossman had his first opening performance at Exit Inn in 2002, which turned out to be a sold out event. Which made him feel like a star at the moment. Following old hip hop like Biggie for inspiration, Jadakiss, and Ross on today's era, it puts him in a position to go even harder and harder each day. Bossman describes his music as live, great, and classic. Bossman uses his music in a way to show people whatever you choose to do, always give it your all, and do your best at all times. With his music he has many collaborations with artists among his label. Bossman has given performances at Bottoms Up, and has another performance June 18 at Bottoms Up. To see music video, booking information, clothing purchases, and updates go to facebook.com/kammittemusicgroup You can also check him out in the movie Still Broke and King Of The Ville.

Hip Hop in the Ville #18 Dynasty tha Don

2012-05-11T21:35:00.000-07:00

Written by Crystal Walker

Dynasty is most definitely making head waves throughout Nashville. Rapping since the year of 98, Dynasty brings pure talent to the ears of Nashville. Dynasty was a writer since the early stages of childhood since the 1st and 2nd grade. His love for music hit him early in life and that is his inspiration that still carries him to continue strong today. Dynasty remembers his first performance as similar to when he played sports. The butterfly effect and nervousness, but comparing that first performance to now, it’s a cake walk. Today, Dynasty brings his stage performance to a whole other level. Using extra props and devices to make a performance unforgettable is what he does. From beginning in the crowd with the lights out rapping, to smoke detectors, it’s all timed and planned to its best. He studies each past performance and reviews them to see what he could do different or better. So at each and every show you will receive something different each time. He has performed at the HHV Awards, as well as many other venues. His music is down to earth, unique, and live. Remembering the music he grew up on Dynasty feels that, back then music had true meaning. Compared to today’s music, that holds no sense of meaning at all. The music he grew up on had lyrics in songs that would leave you thinking about your situation. Dynasty brings that within his music, it says what he has been through and what’s going on around him. He has many albums and mix tapes in circulation now. In 99 Dynasty’s first album was entitled,” The Game”, then “Feel My Pain”, and after that in 08/09d “No Way Out” dropped. On Sept. 2011 “Its All Me Vol. 1” (IAM) hit the streets. For any contact information with Dynasty he can be found at facebook.com/dynastydadon myspace.com/dynastydadon youtube.com/ dynastydadon615 dnastydadon@yahoo.com ragomagazine.com

Hip Hop in the Ville #17 Black Diamond

2012-05-11T21:08:00.000-07:00

Written by Crystal Walker

They say a diamond is a girls best friend, so what about a Black Diamond. East Nashville's own Black Diamond is cutting through the area. Growing up as a young child who played the violin at the age of 5 and listened to gospel and the blues. Music was already imbedded into her soul. As she got older her music changed with her. From gospel and blues, to rock n roll and pop, to Foxy Brown and Jay Z. She developed a keen essence of different genres of music. Watching videos, such as Madonna was all the drive she needed to pursue a career as an artist. In 2008 Black Diamond landed her first live performance. The feeling of nervousness and shyness is way different now. Black Diamond uses everything she has learned, or even remembered hearing as a child and puts it into her music. Even from picking out a track she tries to keep that same mellow, soothing blues feeling she grew up on. Black Diamond won Female Boss at the 3rd Annual HHV Awards, has had collaborations with Virgo, a RnB singer, and Axtion. Her song with Virgo is entitled,"Copy Kitty Kat". Her song with Axtion is entitled," Hottest Chick Alive" which is currently being played on 101.1 The Beat. Black Diamond mixtape should be released sometime this summer, she hasn't quite figured out the title yet. With her kids being her biggest supporters, she can teach and show them that dreams can come true. To stay updated with what's happening with Black Diamond you can google her at Black Diamond 615.google.com

Hip Hop in the Ville #16 Black Ghost

2012-05-11T20:53:00.000-07:00

Written by Crystal Walker

Today with music you can manage anything. From what type of music you put out to which artist you may want to invest in. Black Ghost is walking around that same realm. Putting his family unto a project that will create a good business with in the family. With his first cousin Mac Banks, his little brother Trigga, and Young. They all grew up together playing around with music. Knowing that they could possibly turn this playing around with music into a music business. Black Ghost put more of his time into searching for more talent, that was different from the average artist. Not accepting anything less than perfection, and having a ear for good music, Black Ghost knew how hard his artist could come. Black Ghost arranged a performance at Club Sensations with ION Ent. There they received a lot of respect, and love. With that performance a lot of recognition was shown. Now with major collaborations from Cheezy of Grand Hustle, Cashville Gotti, and soon to come out with Wheel Chair Gang. Black Ghost receives love from all artists around from Hi-C, Quake Squad, Positive House Prod, Young Studio, ION, and Wheel Chair Gang. They all give Black Ghost his support on his movement. Black Ghost has a mixtape coming out entitled "Paranormal Activity Vol. I, and a new group called T & C. Also with a new single and video from Mac Banks entitled," Audios". Black Ghost can be found at GhostBlack33@yahoo.com

Hip Hop in the Ville #15 Crisis tha Rhyme Don

2012-05-09T06:28:00.000-07:00

Written by Crystal Walker A Crisis has hit the greater Nashville area. The east side of Nashville where Crisis "The Rhyme Don" was born and raised.

As a young kid, Crisis remembers the music that he listened to, and what type of influence it placed upon him. Remembering, King T, NWA, and Outkast, he obtained plenty drive to begin with the music himself. Crisis has such a strong passion for music, he knew he wanted to be involved in some type of entertainment more than anything. Unlike most of the rappers/artists who only possessed the money, power, and fame. Crisis sees through it all. He knows the rap game isn't different from any other hustle. Crisis breaks down how dealing with record labels is a big manufacturing trade. It's not about real life situations or honesty in your lyrics. It's about sells and revenue only. But with Crisis, his music is more in your face. The lyrics Crisis put in his music, is exactly what goes on in this artists life. He keeps himself grounded with what he knows, so once he does make it to where he needs to be, Crisis will know himself as a artist. Which means, he won't be influenced into coming something he's not. Being himself and being 100 to himself is a must. So he will be able to stay 100 and true to his fans. Putting his music out in a world today that is all about politics, he knows he has to stay grounded for what he believes in. With his two kids and his hustle mentality Crisis The Rhyme Don has a strong enough foundation to set anything off.

Hip Hop in the Ville #14 Mac Million

2012-05-04T09:42:00.000-07:00

Written by Crystal Walker

Mac Million an artist that has been flooding the blocks of Nashville, with music. Originally from Mississippi he made his way to the greater Nashville area. By the year of 2005 he made Nashville his permanent home. Around the 8th grade music really became a part of his life. Now instead of just jumping head first into this industry blind sided. He took his time to develop, not only just his talent, but, to also get a better understanding of the business behind the music. Having the advantage of being side by side a producer by the name of Cali Green. He became his visual shadow, as he worked Mac Million was right there concentrating on each and every move taking place. Not putting himself in the "average rapper" category. Mac Million kept his music close to him, depending on his mood or what he may have went through on a certain day, it all comes out through a song that is club vibe, to grown and sexy, or even gospel, he will deliver. No average rapper here, using the knowledge he gained over the years with what he already knew, he began his journey. About 3 years ago Mac Million started writing and building his own brand. Now at 34 years old and becoming a rapper, producer, and C.E.O. of Money Boyz Ent., and having dropped 4 mixtapes clearly shows you can't put a number on talent. The name of his first group mixtape was entitled,"The Money Boyz". After that, Mac Million added his solo mixtape to the streets called,"The Mac Million". The third was a group mixtape entitled,"Money Boyz Swagg So Different". Mac Million has a new mixtape with Money Boyz called,"The Gift Of Money Boyz II". Mac Million feels, that with his music he can use that to gather our younger male attention. He wants to show the young black men to be leaders and mind thinkers. Mac Million can be found at facebook.com/MacMillion, twitter.com/MacMillion1 reverbnation.com/MacMillion, soundcloud.com/MacMillion

Hip Hop in the Ville #13 Rod Gathings

2012-05-04T09:29:00.000-07:00

Written by Crystal Walker

In today's age it's all about networking, no matter what field, everyone wants that tool where they can connect. From the search engines, yahoo to google, for that basic information. To myspace and facebook for your artist, friends, or family. Well, now, there is a network site just for gamers. Thanks to Rod Gathings, he is making that possible for all gamers across the world. Coming from Dayton, Ohio, he moved to Nashville attending TSU. As a college student everyone knows you have to be very creative when it comes to making a little extra cash, and Rod did just that. Rod used his gaming skills. On campus he enlisted in tournaments as well as organized them himself. Now, comparing the games that he played as a child, you can see the value in gaming now versus back in the day. Rod's first game he remembered playing was Pac Man, which took no real skill. But that compared to games today takes a whole lot more of your time, more patience, and affective strategy when it comes to defeating a stage. For Rod on campus, that, was a nesting pool for gamers, so easy to stay connected. In his dorm room, is what he noticed. He believed he should start his own social network for gamers, so once he's no longer in school it wouldn't be hard to stay or get in contact with other gamers, and different events. With Rod's strong compassion for conducting tournaments and organizing leagues he knew he could succeed in this business. Today Rod has organized a few different tournaments, some for Best Buy and Halo tournaments as well. Rod's debut date for the site to be up and going is September 8.2012. With his European writer for the site, strong global marketing plan, and his commercials he has on YouTube @ Doneson Part I and Doneson Part II"The Red Ringer and Woody". Rod sees his gaming network not only nationwide but internationally global.

Hip Hop in the Ville #12 Cope Boy

2012-05-04T09:16:00.000-07:00

Written by Crystal Walker Coming hard straight out of South Cashville VineHill projects is our own Cope Boy. If you haven't heard or seen any of his work he describes his work being artistic. Being a recovering addict, Cope Boy music is very real and true to his life. During any performance Cope Boy transfers his energy from his music into the crowd. Which always brings a live hype performance at all times. Starting off in school attending IADT he began to become more hands on with his music. Having already written a song a year before he enrolled into school, Cope Boy took advantage of all the tools his school provided. From mastering in digital audio, engineering, graphic design, etc. Cope Boy knew that was all that was needed to begin his journey in a music career.

Cope Boy would be in the studio and just freestyle, putting all the time he could, to learn the ins and outs of this industry. Learning more and more each day, he knew he could trust in his work and handle any project that may come his way. Which has definitely put him into a position now, to not only just record a album or mixtape. Cope Boy also produces, handles photography, and graphic design. To make it in this business you have to be multi-talented when handling your own work, and to trust that it will be done correctly. Cope Boy is doing just that. He has two mixtapes out now entitled Nothing To Something Vol. I and Nothing To Something Vol. II. When it comes to his fans Cope Boy takes it serious. No arrogance, just pure gratitude. A good way for him to stay connected with his fans. For extra information, or to stay up to date on Cope Boy, follow him at twitter/CopeBoy and at facebook/CopeBoy

Hip Hop in the Ville Model of Week Maliyah

2012-05-02T11:05:00.000-07:00

Hip Hop in the Ville "In the Booth" #12

2012-05-02T09:14:00.001-07:00

Who the best in the booth in round #12 place your vote at the bottom

poll by twiigs.com

Maliyah on the 700 Club

2012-04-26T09:57:00.000-07:00

Check out Hip Hop in the Ville Vixen Maliyah as she make her debut as homeless person on the 700 club. Be on the look out for her on the new show Cooking with Maliyah this summer

Hip Hop in the Ville Model of Week Chokolate Kiss

2012-04-23T10:59:00.001-07:00

Hip Hop in the Ville #11 Nuttin But Wings

2012-04-23T10:32:00.002-07:00

Written by Cheria Jenkins

Q: Where did the idea to start Nuthin But Wings come from? A: The founders are Derek Campbell and Walter Box Jr. Mr. Campbell was a local chef around Nashville and Mr. Box was a financial businessman, Ms. Poncita Jobe was asked to be apart of the team because of her business plan skills and the dream came to life. Q:How challenging was it to get started? A:It was challenging to get started, says Ms. Jobe, but with dedication and a plan anything can happen. Q:How do you deal with the competition? A: Well we sell jumbo wings and are constant with our recipes and the quality of our products Q:Do you cater or can anybody have a private party? A: Yes we cater and the Jefferson St. location can hold up to 75 people in the backroom. We also have a mobile kitchen that will travel locally to any business or event. Also locations in Clarksville on College St. and in Memphis on Hacks Cross. Q:What the customer most popular flavor? A:Honey Gold is the most popular recipe and it is an original recipe made by one of the founders Mr. Campbell himself. Contact Nuttin But Wings at 2605 Jefferson St. Nashville,TN 615-320-0050/ 820 College st Clarksville,TN 931-503-0357

Hip Hop in the Ville #10 Love is Earth Boutique

2012-04-20T04:00:00.000-07:00

Written by Crystal Walker

Ever thought, What the earth gives us? Everything you need right? Love is Earth is exactly that. Giving you the assurance in male urban organic wear like no other boutique imaginable. The owner Lindsey Starc grew up in Memphis,TN and North Carolina. He has a Love is Earth in North Carolina and now here in Nashville, TN for the past year. Love is Earth boutique holds wear exclusively from Bape, Keep Shoes, 12 Grain, KidRobot, and LRG just to name a few. You could get items in quantities of 50-100 at a time. Very exclusive attire, with a easy location. Stepping inside of Love is Earth is more than just the average shopping experience. You will want to come back just knowing that you received top service as well, as exclusive attire.Come by 903 Church Street 615-242-8514