Miley Cyrus is earning her hip-hop credentials. After linking up with Pharrell, Tyler, the Creator, and Mary J. Blige, the pop starlet came through to do a cameo in Tiffany Foxx’s video for “Twisted” featuring Lil’ Kim in Los Angeles over the weekend.
The unlikely pair became friends on Twitter last month and Miley promised Tiffany that she would make an appearance in her next video. She kept her word and they met for the first time on set.
“Dear lawd u are beautiful. Had so much fun las night xoxo,” Miley told the blonde rapper, who is signed to Kim’s label International Rock Star Records.
Lil Mama also stopped by to make a cameo in the clip. The song can be found on Tiffany’s latest mixtape Yellow Tape.
The streets of Atlanta turned to gold as Trinidad James shot the remix video for his hit single “All Gold Everything” on Thursday. The rap sensation, who signed a $2 million deal with Def Jam last year, was joined on set by his fellow ATLiens including 2 Chainz, T.I., and Young Jeezy.
The rappers hit the block, shooting scenes outdoors and inside a house, with plenty of gold objects including cars, bikes, and chains. 2 Chainz channeled Slick Rick with a patch on his eye, while B.o.B and DJ Drama made cameos.
James recently stopped by Angie Martinez’ radio show to discuss his newfound fame, his next single “Female$ Welcomed,” and his dream girl, who would have Jessica Biel’s ass, Rita Ora’s swag, and Jennifer Lopez’ voice.
Nelly hit the road and headed to the desert outside of L.A. to shoot the video for his new single “Hey Porsche” on Tuesday. The St. Louis rapper posed in front of a vintage Porsche and got dirty while playing a mechanic.
“Had to get alil DERRTY today!!!! Need a shower now!!! Who helping??” Nelly asked his fans.
He cleaned up nicely in a suit for another scene before calling it a wrap. “Just got done wit HEY PORSCHE video shoot shit cray!!!!!!!!!!long day in the middle of desert but well worth it!!!”
The radio-friendly record, which is set to appear on his upcoming album M.O., will be available on iTunes on February 5.
Put your pom poms in the air. Before making headlines for his fight with Chris Brown, Frank Ocean was drama free while shooting the video for his much-talked-about channel ORANGE cut “Forrest Gump.”
The Grammy-nominated singer put on his yellow suit (possibly the one he’s going to wear to the Grammys?) and took to the desert over the weekend. He filmed scenes on an empty road with cheerleaders, bikers, and skaters, and jumped on a trampoline, capturing the high-flying moment on Instagram.
Check out more pics from the set of “Forrest Gump.”
JoJo went in front of the lens to shoot the video for “Andre” over the weekend in downtown L.A. The 22-year-old singer modeled some hipster chic looks as she performed on a rooftop overlooking the city and in front of artwork at The Hive gallery. She was joined on set by her girlfriends including Leah LaBelle.
“THANK YOU to everyone who dedicated their time to helping #ANDRE come to life,” tweeted JoJo. “I am beyond appreciative and I can’t wait to see the final result.”
The song, which appears on her mixtape Agápē, was inspired by OutKast’s André 3000. “Andre’s style is something that I love,” JoJo told Rap-Up TV. “I just think the sexiest thing is when a man is himself and does his own thing, and there’s a really great example of that in André Benjamin.”
Earlier this week, Justin Timberlake premiered the dashing lyric video for his comeback single “Suit & Tie.” On Friday, J.T. was back in front of the lens to shoot the real music video with Jay-Z in Redondo Beach, Calif. The dapper megastars shared a laugh while walking to their trailers in matching tuxedos. The pop prince held an umbrella for Hov, making for a funny photo opp for the paparazzi.
In addition to Jay-Z, T.I. revealed that he has worked with Justin on two or three records for his upcoming album The 20/20 Experience including one called “Goodbye Homey.”
“It’s saying goodbye to something that is very special to you,” Tip told MTV News of the Timbaland production. “Not necessarily a person; it could be a time of your life, it could be an experience, it could be a relationship, it could be a friend that’s passed on. ‘Goodbye Homey,’ it has so many meanings and definitions. So when you hear it, you absorb it, and then whatever it means to you is what we intended.”
Check out more pics of Justin and Jay on set and find out if Tip’s track makes the cut when The 20/20 Experience arrives on March 19.
Mindless Behavior is on a mission. The boys in black suited up and showed off some slick moves in the Erik White-directed video for “Keep Her On the Low,” the first single off their sophomore album All Around the World.
Prodigy, Roc Royal, Ray Ray, and Princeton play agents in the dance-heavy visuals. Rap-Up TV was on set as the teen sensations debuted their dapper look and spoke about the concept.
“We come into this abandoned warehouse and we find this briefcase and our manager, aka Agent Walter Millsap, is giving us directions on how to get on top of the roof in five minutes to throw a house party,” explained Agent Princeton.
Their wardrobe was inspired by Men in Black. “We’re taking it to a new level for 2013,” added Agent Roc. “This album is about us maturing—new styles, new look, everything. We’re just getting older.”
Last time we spoke with him, Ray Ray had a crush on Nicki Minaj, but he’s moved on. Find out which sexy superstar he and Princeton are crushing on these days (Hint: She’s from Barbados).
All Around the World drops March 12 followed by their documentary, Mindless Behavior: All Around the World, on March 15. They’re also plotting a tour. “We’re just excited to take over the world,” said Princeton.
Lil’ Kim was back in Brooklyn over the weekend to shoot a video for Tiffany Foxx’s single “Jay-Z,” on which she is featured. The Queen Bee rocked a custom Opening Ceremony varsity jacket as she filmed scenes with her blonde rap protégée, who is signed to her label International Rock Star Records.
Kimmy changed before getting in the passenger seat of a Maserati with her on-again boyfriend, Mr. Papers.
“Huge s/o to @LilKim u are nothing short of amazing! Luv u! #JAYZvideo is wrapped,” tweeted Tiffany following the all-day shoot.
Check out more on-set pics and listen to the song, which appears on Tiffany’s mixtape Yellow Tape.
