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News Headlines Archives for February 2006
Spike Lee Is Not A Friend of 50 Cent
After listening to comments that Spike Lee made about the Get Rich or Die Tryin’ movie, 50 Cent is firing back.... (read more)
Brooklyn MC Makes Tribute Song For J Dilla
The passing of J Dilla touched everyone in the hip hop community, especially, one upcoming MC from Brooklyn, who really took his passing to heart. ... (read more)
Smithsonian Wants To Make Hip Hop Exhibit
Hip hop needs a place to preserve its history and culture. ... (read more)
Farnsworth Bentley Working With Kanye and Andre 3000 For Debut
Yes, we are talking about the same guy who used to hold an umbrella over P. Diddy’s head.... (read more)
Cuervoton Seeks New Latino Reggaeton and Hip Hop Stars
The search for the new generation of reggaeton and hip hop Latino artists is on.... (read more)
Darryl "DMC" McDaniels Searches For Birth Mother On New VH1 Show
As part of the pioneering and iconic Run-D.M.C, Darryl “DMC” McDaniels received adulation from thousands of fans around the world.... (read more)
Game Wants Doctors Advocate To Drop on 6-6-06 Working With Dre
You can say that the Game already has "the sixth sense" about his next album. ... (read more)
Three 6 Mafia Look To Stay Fly With Performance At Oscars
Three 6 Mafia are about to show the Academy Awards how they Stay Fly I-I-I-I-I-I-I-I.... (read more)
Busta Rhymes in Los Angeles Avoids New York Police
A high-ranking police source is saying Busta Rhymes is currently in Los Angeles and is fearful of coming back to New York.... (read more)
Snoop and Pharrell Headline South Africa's People's Celebration
Snoop Dogg and Pharrell Williams want to show South Africa how to Drop It Like It’s Hot.... (read more)
Alleged Busta Audio Tape On Sale For $50,000
An audio recording of the heated argument that sparked the fatal shooting of Busta Rhymes’ bodyguard, Israel Ramirez, that took place on Feb. 5, is being shopped to media outlets for $50,000.... (read more)
LL Cool J and Gabrielle Union Host BET's Rip The Runway
The ladies love Cool James and the fellas adore Gabrielle Union.... (read more)
Michelle Williams Follows In Jay-Z's Footsteps
A Destiny’s Child member is following in Jay-Z’s blueprint, and were not talking Beyonce. ... (read more)
Kimora and Russell not Breaking up Anytime Soon
“One thing my marriage is not is convenient. I am inconvenienced as s***!”... (read more)
Michelle Williams Follows In Jayzs Footsteps
A Destiny’s Child member is following in Jay-Z’s blueprint, and were not talking Beyonce.... (read more)
NIKE Rockstar Workout With Rihanna
Nike Teams With Rihanna & Celebrity Director/Choreographer, Jamie King, for Music Video Featuring "Nike Rockstar Workout."... (read more)
Get Hot In The Game
Are you hot?... (read more)
The Zulu Nation Demands Hip Hop Take Responsibility
"This is a town meeting for the survival of people!"... (read more)
The Bids Are In For the Annual Lunch with a Leader Auction
Lunch with Russell Simmons? $5,900. Bettering the education of children? Priceless.... (read more)
Celebrity Baby Mommas Write Tell-All Books
Seems like Karrine “Superhead” Steffans has started a new trend, as celebrity baby mama’s prep to pen their tell-all books. ... (read more)
Hip Hop Comes To The Smithsonian
The Smithsonian wants to officially be down with hip hop.... (read more)
RZA Has The Blood of a Champion
RZA showed us he can score an action film with Kill Bill Volume 2. Now he's proving he has the Blood of a Champion. ... (read more)
Lil' Jon Preps Crunk Rock, Reconciles With TVT
After enjoying double-platinum success off his Crunk Juice album, Lil' Jon now wants to introduce Crunk Rock to the world.... (read more)
Energizer Recruits Slim Thug For Freestyle Contest
Looks like Energizer has found itself a new bunny, as Houston rapper Slim Thug is named celebrity judge at their "Titanium Freestylin'" music contest.... (read more)
Snoop Dogg Starts Hip Hop Gaming League
Snoop Dogg seems to be crip walking his way to the next level of video gaming.... (read more)
Mario Recruits A-List Team For New Album
This year might mark the real Turning Point for R&B crooner Mario, as he readies to join forces with top-notch artists for his upcoming album.... (read more)
Sticky Fingaz to Star In Blade
Sticky Fingaz has landed his hands on something big.... (read more)
TI Preps New Album and Movie For A Same Week Release
March is poised to be a key month for T.I., as the "King of the South" readies to out-do himself once again.... (read more)
DMC Becomes the Voice for Bone Marrow Donor Center
Darryl “DMC” McDaniels is using his starpower to recruit bone marrow donors by becoming the voice for DKMS, a Bone Marrow Donor Center.... (read more)
Daddy Yankee Tops List of Billboard Latin Nominees
With the help of his runaway hit, "Gasolina," Daddy Yankee topped the list of nominees for the 2006 Billboard Latin Music Awards.... (read more)
Christina Milian Readies New Album
It's About TimeChristina Milian released a new album.... (read more)
Obie Trice Back With First Music Since Shooting
Detroit rapper Obie Trice is back with his first recorded material since being shot in the head on Dec. 31, 2005.... (read more)
Jay-Z Holds Contest for Nets Theme Song Writer
We're sure Jay-Z would write the theme song for his New Jersey Nets himself, but can you imagine the frenzy it would cause if he came out of retirement for an NBA track?... (read more)
Nelly Sues NYC Car Dealership
Nelly has filed a suit against a Manhattan car dealership that he claims has cheated him out of more than $37,000.... (read more)
NYPD Commissioner Puzzled By Busta's Silence
New York City Police Commissioner Raymond Kelly said he’s annoyed over the silence of several potential witnesses in last week’s Brooklyn killing of Israel Ramirez.... (read more)
Kobe's Nike Ad Helps Win Back Fans
Los Angeles Lakers shooting guard Kobe Bryant is slowly winning over fans in the hip-hop community, largely due to his on-court performance and a certain Nike advertisement.... (read more)
Ghostface Killah Announces Headlining Tour
Ghostface Killah can't get enough of the road, so after a tour with Wu-Tang Clan, he's kicking off a 32-date trek of his own.... (read more)
Mos Def in Child Support Trouble
Mos Def is facing a whole new danger.... (read more)
Steppers Wanted for Feature Film
If Kanye's Grammy performance left you with an urge to free your inner stepper, here's your chance.... (read more)
Mary J. Blige Gets Romantic
This being Valentine’s Day, Mary J. Blige would like to take a moment to share her favorite romantic tunes. ... (read more)
LL Cool J and J.Lo Collaborate
Having had palpable chemistry in the "All I Have" video, LL Cool J and Jennifer Lopez are looking to reclaim some of that energy for the upcoming "Control Myself" single.... (read more)
Beyonce Checks Up On No. 1 with "The Pink Panther"
Moviegoers across the country checked up on Beyoncé in The Pink Panther this weekend, making it the No. 1 movie in the country.... (read more)
Bernie Mac to Join Terrence Howard's "PDR"
Bernie Mac may get his first role in a big-screen drama, starring alongside Terrence Howard in the upcoming film, PDR.... (read more)
Oprah Plots Satellite Radio Takeover
Having already conquered screen and stage, Oprah Winfrey set her sights on satellite radio.... (read more)
Kanye Wins for Best Grammy Swagger
U2 won the most Grammy awards at Wednesday night’s ceremony, but it was Kanye, with his brash speech and marching band-chic uniform, who stole the show.... (read more)
Terrence Howard to Play Coach, Social Worker
Perhaps bolstered by an Oscar nomination, Terrence Howard has signed on to act in two feature films.... (read more)
Mekhi Phifer to Get Honorary Doctorate
That's Doctor Mekhi Phifer to you.... (read more)
Kanye to Perform "Mission: Impossible III" Theme
The gossip columns were buzzing today with the news that Tom Cruise was hanging out at Kanye West's gig at LA's Avalon nightclub last night.... (read more)
Ice Cube to Tour Behind First Album in Six Years
Ice Cube and his touring entourage will explain "Why We Thugs" this spring, when they hit the road for Cube's first tour in several years.... (read more)
The Fugees Play First Full US Show in 10 Years
The Fugees took the stage for their first live, stateside reunion concert in a decade this week.... (read more)
Trina, Trick Daddy Label Signs Deal with Def Jam
Slip-N-Slide Records, which houses artists like Trick Daddy and Trina, is saying farewell to Atlantic Records and hello to a multi-million dollar deal with Def Jam.... (read more)
New Music from Dem Franchize Boyz, Remy Ma in Stores
Dem Franchize Boyz are about to find out if everyone really likes them.... (read more)
Jay-Z and Linkin Park to Perform at Grammys
Jay-Z and Linkin Park will recreate some Collision Course mash-up magic on the Grammy stage.... (read more)
Source Magazine Co-Founder Addresses Rumors
It’s been a rough couple of months for The Source Magazine, and co-founder Dave Mays wants to set the record straight about what exactly is going on.... (read more)
Busta Rhymes' Bodyguard Killed at Video Shoot
The NYPD is searching for a gunman who opened fire on the set of Busta Rhymes' new video, killing the rapper's bodyguard.... (read more)
R. Kelly Leads Soul Train Awards Nominees
R. Kelly, whose "Trapped in the Closet" saga may have gotten more press than his child pornography case, is getting accolades for the former with three nominations for the 20th Annual Soul Train Music Awards.... (read more)
Jalen Rose On Being Transferred
It looks like Jalen Rose is a first round pick for the New York Knicks, and being traded from The Toronto Raptors for forward Antonio Davis.... (read more)
The Roots Plan 3rd Annual Jam Session
Forget stuffy industry parties - The Roots are throwing their third annual, pre-Grammy Jam Session, hosted by Black Thought, Dave Chappelle, and Don Cheadle.... (read more)
Russell Simmons Given Key to Newark
Russell Simmons was given a key to the city of Newark, New Jersey today.... (read more)
Cassidy to Return to Studio After Jail Term
Jailed rapper Cassidy, who was convicted last week of involuntary manslaughter and aggravated assault, is already plotting a return to the studio. ... (read more)
Juelz to "Rip 125th Up" With Soda Shop
With all the press the Diplomats have been getting due to Cam and Jay-Z's beef, Juelz Santana has channeled his energy into a more wholesome outlet. ... (read more)
The Game's Manager Convicted of Assault
The Game's manager, James "Jimmy Henchman" Rosemond was convicted of assaulting a Maryland-based DJ.... (read more)
Boys Choir of Harlem Leaders Evicted
The Boys Choir of Harlem, known to many as the group 50 Cent and The Game donated to during their reconciliation, is in major trouble.... (read more)
Black Eyed Peas Announce Tour Dates
The Black Eyed Peas are about to phunk hearts across the country when they kick off a new headlining tour. ... (read more)
Destiny's Child to Sing for the Last Time
The end is near - Destiny's Child will perform for the last time on February 19.... (read more)
Actors and NFL Stars Walk the Catwalk for Charity
Fashion and football are joining forces this weekend. And no, that doesn't mean the Seahawks will be wearing skirts on the field.... (read more)
From the Blogs
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Speak Easy
I have to say I'm very excited to see what the good folks at Black Entertainment Television have in store for us with this year's BET Awards. With the (read more) -
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7:51: We are coming to you live from an upper middle class neighborhood in South Brooklyn, ready to report on this momentous night. 106 & Park's pre-s (read more) -
Invite Only
Sunday, June 7th--SUMMER JAM. After Jay-Z's "D.O.A" song dropped on Hot 97 on Saturday I became a bit more excited about my attendance. Great weathe (read more) -
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Jay-Z: "D.O.A. (Death of Auto-Tune)" (Produced by No I.D. & Kanye West) from the forthcoming Blueprint 3 (Props to LowKey) It's hot, but it's bad (read more)
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