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YUGGHCK: Pusha T Named Partner In New DC Ramen & Cocktail Bar

December 17, 2019 ItsHipHop Leave a comment

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Washington, D.C.’s cocktail scene is steadily becoming one of the best in the nation, and a new ramen bar coming to the Nation’s Capital will hopefully bolster those efforts. Pusha T has been named a partner in a new venture named Kitsuen, which aims to be the next hot spot among the vibrant H Street Corridor offerings.

King Push is joining forces with his business partner Terrion Jones, and nightclub owners Wayne Johnson and Tony Perry of Saint Yves and Abigail, respectively to open Kitsuen. The word “kitsuen” translates from Japanese to the word “smoke,” which is as fitting a name we’ve heard in some time regarding the myriad number of spaces opening in and across the DMV region.

Rounding out this powerhouse collective of minds behind Kitsuen are local NBA products Jerami Grant of the Denver Nuggets and his brother, Jerian Grant of the NBA G League squad, Capital City Go-Go; the brothers are the sons of former NBA star, Harvey Grant Lastly, Las Vegas businessman Kyle Eubanks is also a partner in the Kitsuen venture.

Leading the kitchen will be chef Munehiro Mori of Tokyo, bringing with him 25 years of experience in preparing ramen in its traditional manner.

Another key feature of Kitsuen will be a heated outdoor patio perfect for D.C.’s chilly winter nights when patrons might want to grab some fresh air after a night of partying, drinking and getting their proper fill of ramen. D.C’s ramen scene has been bustling for a while but few boast a chef of Mori’s expertise.

Kitsuen is the latest in a number of business investments from Pusha T, adding the bar to his collaborative work with the adidas brand along with serving as president of Kanye West’s G.O.O.D. Music label among other holdings.

Check out images of Kitsuen below and stayed in the know via their website here.

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2 Chainz Gains Stake In A3C, Joins Ownership Group

September 27, 2019 ItsHipHop Leave a comment

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In an extremely savvy business move, 2 Chainz has gained a stake in the A3C music conference and festival, bringing his creative savvy to the popular annual Atlanta event. The artist born Tauheed Epps also joins the ownership group of the A3C and will help curate lineups, panels, and more.

The move was announced earlier today (Friday, September 27) and is now firmly a member of the Paul Judge Media Group and The Gathering Spot team that acquired A3C earlier this year. In a statement, 2 Chainz appears to be locked and loaded for this next business venture.

“A3C has always been one of the most important places for artists to show off their creative ideas and to learn business moves,” 2 Chainz said in the press statment. “I’ve moved from artist to being inside the owner’s box. I’m excited to be co-owner and to help shape A3C over the next decade.”

The A3C kicks off on Tuesday, October 8 and ends on Sunday, October 13. Learn more about A3C here.

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We’re excited to announce that Atlanta's very own @2chainz has acquired a stake in A3C and has joined the new ownership group. He will be a creative curator and advisor involved in developing the experience in 2019 and for years to come. We’re celebrating 15 years in less than 2 weeks… It’s A VIBE! Use the code: “ISSAVIBE” for 50% off GA or Conference passes for ONE DAY ONLY #A3C19 #A3C #Atlanta #A3CFestival #A3Cconference #2chainz #ATL

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"It’s been more than time for something in Atlanta for Atlanta by atlanta’ns so I put my money where my mouth is and joined the ownership group of @a3cfestival I’m more than excited to help grow and curate the festival into its own one of a kind hub for music, tech, film/Tv. Now get your passes for this year it’s almost that time" – @2chainz

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B*TCH: Too Short Jumps Into Cannabis Biz, Will Have Signature Pre-Roll Line

August 28, 2019 ItsHipHop Leave a comment

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Too Short has long cemented his legacy as one of the Bay Area top Hip-Hop legends, and his trademark “B*TCH” adlib will live on forever. Short Dogg, forever the hustler, is now hopping into the cannabis business with plans to launch a line of signature pre-rolls called TOO $HORT STIX.

The Blast reports:

Short Dogg is jumping into business with Green Holdings Group and White Angel Farms to launch his new line called, “TOO $HORT STIX.”

Too Short tells The Blast he has been a regular cannabis consumer for over thirty years. In the early rap days, he explains that he funded his career by selling mix tapes along with pre-rolled joints.

Short has actually been living the “farm life” in between tour dates and recording sessions, and we’re told he has taken an active role in developing the cannabis brand.

The outlets added that Short was hands-on during the whole flower selection process, and 10 varieties of the joints will be available.

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Chamillionaire & E40 Connect With Republic For Start-Up Funding Contest

May 25, 2019 ItsHipHop Leave a comment

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For some time now, Chamillionaire has thrived within the venture capital world and as an entrepreneur in residence with the Upfront Ventures. The Texas rapper is now teaming up with fellow artist and businessman E-40 and investment platform Republic for a new contest that will award thousands to an up and coming start-up business.

Chamillionaire has launched a similar venture earlier this year during Black History Month for Black start-ups, granting $10,000 to the standout business, which was announced on the developing social video platform, Convoz. Earlier this week, it was revealed that Chamillionaire, E-40 and Republic will give $25,000 to the best minority or women-funded venture. The deadline for start-ups to make their submissions is June 15th with the winner added on June 21st.

The official announcement will cone via Convoz, which can be downloaded via iOS and Android.

Check out Chamillionaire’s Instagram announcement of the contest below.

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Attention entrepreneurs! @chamillionaire, @e40, and @joinrepublic will be INVESTING $25k in a minority or woman founded startup so watch the entire video for details. Download the @convoz app for iOS or Android and pitch your company to participate. Good luck! Tag someone you think needs to see this. #entrepreneur #startup #chamillionaire #E40 #Convoz

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Dwyane Wade & Gabrielle Union Trademark “Shady Baby” Name After Daughter

March 12, 2019 ItsHipHop Leave a comment

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Dwyane Wade and Gabrielle Union are the proud parents of a beautiful baby girl who they feel could become a star in her own right. The couple filed trademark applications on the nickname of the daughter, 4-month-old Kaavia James, in hopes that the “Shady Baby” brand will be a hit with the masses.

The Blast reports:

According to documents obtained by The Blast, the Miami Heat star and Gabrielle Union are preparing for 4-month-old Kaavia James to launch a ton of products, including clothing, haircare products and jewelry.

Trademark applications for “Kaavia James” and “Shady Baby” were filed in March by Wade and Union after the famous parents started a loan out company in their daughter’s name. Gabrielle is the CEO of Kaavia James, Inc, while Dwyane scored the title of CFO.

Baby products also appear to be a focus, as the stars want to use their daughter’s name on diaper bags and baby bibs.

As the outlet notes, Shady Baby is the nickname Union gave to her daughter, and the Instagram page for little Kaavia is quite a popular one. Check out the page here.

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