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Bun B to Escort Bernard Hopkins at Fight
It’s only fitting for one living legend to call upon another icon. In this case, The Executioner has called on an Underground King.... (read more)
Ron Artest to Open For Young Jeezy
Since the Sacramento Kings have already been eliminated from the NBA Playoffs, Ron Artest has his chance to once again pick up the mic and resume rhyming.... (read more)
Michelle Rodriguez Released Early From Jail
Former Lost actress Michelle Rodriguez should consider herself pretty lucky.... (read more)
Fat Joe to be a Reporter at Puerto Rican Day Parade
From Fat Joe The Don to Fat Joe the reporter? ... (read more)
Prince to be Honored For Clever Internet Use
On June 12 at the Cipriani Wall Street in Manhattan, New York, the Webby online awards will honor Prince with a lifetime achievement award for cleverly using the Internet to distribute his music to his legions of fans. ... (read more)
Clinton Sparks Announces June Lineup
DJ Clinton Sparks has repeatedly told hip hop fans to Get Familiar with the way he gets down. ... (read more)
Star Says Hot 97 Host Taunted Him
The attorney for fired Power 105.1 radio host Star is claiming his outspoken client made blasphemous comments about rival DJ Envy’s child in retaliation.... (read more)
Proof's Assailant Not Charged With Murder
Mario Etheridge, the man who shot and killed D12 MC Proof outside a Detroit nightclub last month, will not face murder charges.... (read more)
Paul Wall to Make Grill For Hulk Hogan
Paul Wall may have outdone himself this time with his custom made, icy gangsta grills.... (read more)
Beyonce's B'Day Should Be Special
Looks like this year, everyone's invited to Beyonce's birthday bash. ... (read more)
Koch Records Partners With Damon Dash
Koch Records has partnered with the Damon Dash Music Group. ... (read more)
Marc Anthony - Grand Marshall of Puerto Rican Day Parade
Marc Anthony will be the Grand Marshall of the Puerto Rican Day Parade in New York City on Sunday, June 11.... (read more)
X-Men Film Makes $120.1 Million
American moviegoers have once again expressed their love for Wolverine, Storm and Professor Charles Xavier.... (read more)
Paris Hilton Preps Eclectic Album
When one thinks of reggae music today, artists like Damian Marley, Sean Paul and Baby Cham should come to mind.... (read more)
More Details in Beanie Sigel Shooting
More details are becoming known about Beanie Sigel’s shooting on Thursday (May 25).... (read more)
Ice Cube Speaks About Oprah
First it was Ludacris who felt slighted by Oprah Winfrey. Then 50 Cent told the press that he could care less about her. Now, Ice Cube is the MC pointing his finger at the talk show mogul.... (read more)
DMX May Change Name to The Dog
DMX once said “a dog is a dog for life.” So, don’t be surprised if X, who fiercely barks on his records as it is, officially changes his name to the Dog.... (read more)
Foxy Brown on Trial in July
Foxy Brown, who is accused of assaulting two nail salon workers in a 2004 incident, will go on trial in July. ... (read more)
Michael Jackson in Japan to Accept Award
Michael Jackson arrived in Japan on Friday (May 26), as he's set to make his first public appearance since his trial acquittal last June.... (read more)
Kanye and Ludacris Appear in Manhattan Court
Kanye West and Ludacris appeared in a Manhattan, New York courtroom on Thursday (May 25), as they testified that the track “Stand Up” didn’t sound anything like a New Jersey group’s song.... (read more)
Beanie Sigel Says He's Cool After Shooting
After being treated and released from the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, a no-nonsense Beanie Sigel decided to keep it short with the media.... (read more)
Tupac's Father to Release CD Honoring Son
Dr. Mutulu Shakur, the father of the late, great Tupac Amaru Shakur, is prepping the release of a CD entitled A 2Pac Tribute: Dare 2 Struggle. ... (read more)
Turk Ordered to Pay Deputy $10 Million
On Wednesday (May 24) a Memphis judge ordered Tab ‘Turk’ Virgil to pay Deputy Chris Harris $10 million. ... (read more)
Beanie Sigel Shot in Philadelphia
Beanie Sigel was shot during an attempted robbery early Thursday morning (May 25), shortly after 8 a.m. in Philadelphia.... (read more)
DJ Khaled Excited About Listennn...The Album
To say that DJ Khaled is expecting grand results from his debut Listennn…The Album is an understatement. ... (read more)
Corey Clark Peddling CDs on LA Streets
Apparently, times are rough for a certain former American Idol contestant.... (read more)
Making The Band 3 on MTV Thursday Lineup
On June 15, MTV will begin hitting its viewers with a hip hop heavy line-up on Thursday nights. ... (read more)
Amerie Preps None of The Above LP
Amerie hates to feel like she’s being boxed in. That’s why the amiable Washington D.C. song siren is calling her impending album None of The Above.... (read more)
Lawyer Says Luda and Kanye Stole "Stand Up"
Kanye West and Ludacris pride themselves in being the most original artists they can possibly be. A certain lawyer, however, believes they’re pretty unoriginal.... (read more)
The Game Arrested and Released on Bail
The Game was arrested in Burbank, California over the weekend on weapons charges.... (read more)
Diddy Helps Bring "Raisin" Play to TV
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs, who made his Broadway debut in A Raisin in the Sun, is ready to help take the classic play to the small-screen.... (read more)
Juelz Santana to Open Shop with NBA Star
A! Dipset MC Juelz Santana and Chicago Bulls’ guard Ben Gordon have teamed up to become principal partners for a HipHopSodaShop flagship store on 125th Street in Harlem.... (read more)
BET's Rap City to Air Hyphy Series
BET’s famed Rap City is about to get Hyphy. That’s because BET captured three days of footage chronicling the Bay area's Hyphy movement, and its instrumental figures: E-40, Hieroglyphics and Too Short.... (read more)
DJ Envy to Speak About Star
After about two weeks of silence, DJ Envy will finally address his beef with fired Power 105.1 radio host Star.... (read more)
Michelle Rodriguez Gets 60 Days in Jail
Michelle Rodriguez has been slapped with another jail sentence, this time for violating her probation. ... (read more)
Jennifer Lopez Moves on MTV
Despite being a Fly Girl on In Living Color over a decade ago, Jennifer Lopez wants to show the world that she still has some Moves.... (read more)
Violence Erupts Outside a Jim Jones' Show
One man was stabbed during a brawl that erupted outside a Buffalo nightclub Sunday night (May 21), where Dipset MC Jim Jones was performing. Approximately an hour later, another man was fatally shot, in an incident apparently unrelated to the concert.... (read more)
Whoo Kid Dropping Banks and Eminem Mixtapes
When DJ Whoo Kid re-ups, it usually means Mo' Money in the Bank for the G-Unit.... (read more)
Three 6 Mafia on WWE SmackDown
Three 6 Mafia is set to lay the SmackDown on World Wrestling Entertainment and its legions of fans.... (read more)
Mariah Carey's Adventures of Mimi Tour
Mariah Carey’s fans witnessed the Emancipation of Mimi. Now they can join her on the Adventures of Mimi.... (read more)
Toni Braxton on Las Vegas Strip
Toni Braxton is set to get real personal at her own musical production Las Vegas show, Toni Braxton: Revealed.... (read more)
Hoopz Talks About Flava Flav, New York, and T.I.
Pumpkin might’ve given New York a mouthful (literally) in Flava Flav’s VH1 reality show, but the one that’s running her mouth lately is the Flavor of Love winner, Hoopz.... (read more)
SMACK DVD Mag Dropping Album
Since 2002, Troy ‘SMACK’ Mitchell has been hitting the streets hard with his SMACK DVD Magazine. Now, he’s prepared to hit the streets with S.M.A.C.K. The Album: Volume 1, a two-disc CD/DVD.... (read more)
Nas Says Hip Hop is Dead ... The N
Nas is about to slap hip hop with a declaration of death.... (read more)
Russell Simmons Speaks at UN
Hip hop mogul Russell Simmons addressed over 2,300 high school students from around the globe Thursday (May 18), as the keynote speaker at the opening ceremonies of the 7th Annual New York City Model UN Conference.... (read more)
Ice Cube Hosts Controversial Mixtape
West Coast hip hop icon Ice Cube was deemed controversial as a member of the notorious N.W.A. group.... (read more)
Universal Music Group Settles Payola Case
The Universal Music Group has agreed to pay $12 million to settle a payola case.... (read more)
Scarface Video Game Uses Meagan Good's Voice
Say hello to Tony Montana’s little friends: Vida Guerra, Meagan Good, Jillian Barberie, Amanda Righetti and Diora Baird.... (read more)
Oprah Has No Beef With Ludacris
Contrary to what may be a popular belief by now, Oprah Winfrey doesn’t have beef with Ludacris nor hip hop. ... (read more)
McDonald's Gets a Makeover
Mickey D’s is getting a makeover.... (read more)
Game's Album Gets Pushed Back
Just as Jimmy Rosemond, the CEO of Czar Entertainment predicted, the Game’s highly-anticipated follow-up to The Documentary LP has been pushed back.... (read more)
Fat Joe Calls Paris Hilton's LP Phenomenal
Fat Joe leads a crew called the Terror Squad and has taken pride in spitting about gully subjects like guns and crack houses over the span of his career. ... (read more)
Weapon Charges Against Young Jeezy Dropped
Weapon charges have been dropped against Young Jeezy.... (read more)
Busta, Missy Lead BET Award Nominations
The nominations for the BET Awards ‘06 have been announced and Busta Rhymes and Missy Elliot lead the way with four nods each. Busta with his “Touch It (Remix)” clip and Missy with “Lose Control” will go head to head in the Video of the Year category.... (read more)
Miami Dolphins Give Marcus Vick a Chance
Marcus Vick has received yet another chance.... (read more)
Ja Rule Denies Club Incident
Last week reports surfaced about a member of Ja Rule’s entourage slapping a woman at a New York City nightclub called Plumm on Thursday (May 11).... (read more)
50 Cent Preps Banks' LP, Introduces New G-Unit MC
50 Cent pushed back the release of his next album to make sure the rest of his G-Unit camp is efficiently clicking on all cylinders.... (read more)
Diddy Settles Lawsuit With North Carolina Man
Diddy has settled a lawsuit with a North Carolina man, who claimed the hip hop mogul’s bodyguards assaulted him after a 1995 concert.... (read more)
The Color Purple Gets 11 Tony Award Nominations
Nominations for the 60th Annual Tony Awards were announced Tuesday morning (May 16) in New York City and The Color Purple came up huge.... (read more)
Jamie Kennedy Wants to Rap
Those that are familiar with Jamie Kennedy know all about the various characters that he played so well on his previous show, The Jamie Kennedy Experiment. ... (read more)
Cam'ron, Christina Milian Release LPs Today
One artist apparently renamed Spring the Killa Season, the other wants to share more of his life and freaky times, and the final one is simply So Amazin’.... (read more)
DMX, Pending Paternity Case
A judge in Buffalo is telling DMX exactly “How’s It Goin’ Down.”... (read more)
DJ Scratch Preps More New York Sh*t
DJ Scratch, the producer of Busta Rhymes’ “New York Sh*t,” has laid down the blueprint for a hopeful resurgence of NYC hip hop.... (read more)
Wu-Tang Release Exclusive Demo Tape
The Wu-Tang Clan delivered one of the most influential albums in hip hop history with their 1993 classic debut compilation, Enter the Wu-Tang: 36 Chambers. ... (read more)
Outkast Announces Idlewild Film Release
After being pushed back several times, Outkast’s heavily-anticipated film, Idlewild, has been slated for an Aug. 25 release in U.S. theaters.... (read more)
Kelly Rowland's LP Pushed to 2007
Fans of former Destiny’s Child member Kelly Rowland will have to wait for the release of her second album.... (read more)
J. Dilla's Mother Tributes Son
Maureen Yancey, the mother of the late beloved producer J. Dilla, helped pay tribute to her son and raise money for the Lupus L.A. organization at An Evening of Love, Light and Laughter benefit on Thursday night (May 11).... (read more)
Tigger and Egypt Take Star's Spot
After the firing of radio host Star, Power 105.1 FM is banking on the fact that listeners follow familiar voices.... (read more)
Vibe's College Advisory Board Program
Vibe Magazine is proud to once again present its College Advisory Board program. ... (read more)
D12 Plans to Continue Recording New Album
Just a month after the fatal shooting of their fellow group member, Proof, D12 has decided to move forward with plans of recording a new album.... (read more)
O.J. Simpson on Juiced Spoof DVD
Few people can forget the 1994 scene of O.J. Simpson leading police on a chase of his white Ford Bronco. Now, apparently enough time has passed for Simpson himself to spoof the notorious chase. ... (read more)
Power 105.1's Star is Arrested
Former Power 105 radio host, Star, was arrested on charges of harassment and endangering the welfare of a child earlier today (May 12) for his threatening and outlandish remarks about rival DJ Envy’s 4-year-old daughter. ... (read more)
DMX Says It's Year of the Dog, Again
On Thursday night (May 11) DMX invited members of the media, DJs and of course the Ruff Ryders, to Sony studios in New York City to proclaim that 2006 is the Year of The Dog, Again.... (read more)
Prosecutor to Investigate Star's Threats
Former Power 105 disc jockey, Star, has said he’s sorry for the shocking remarks he made about rival DJ Envy’s daughter. However, the Manhattan district attorney isn’t accepting his apology.... (read more)
Alicia Keys Wants to Work With John Legend
Alicia Keys has already performed onstage with Stevie Wonder, but it’s another legend that has peaked her interest.... (read more)
Dr. Dre Speaks About Busta's Album
When it comes to Busta Rhymes, Dr. Dre firmly believes that many hip hop fans just don’t quite understand.... (read more)
Newcomer Kev Samples Disses R&B Artists
Kev Samples, a 25-year-old upstart soul crooner from Atlanta, is saying rest in peace to R&B and the artists in it.... (read more)
Rihanna's SOS is No. 1
On her smash single “SOS,” Rihanna pleads, “please someone help me.” ... (read more)
Detroit Club C.C.C. Shut Down
C.C.C., the notorious nightclub where D12’s Proof was killed a month ago, has been shut down for a year and ordered to pay fines for illegally operating after hours.... (read more)
Catholic Girls High School Cancels Ne-Yo Concert
Administrators at a Catholic girls high school in Detroit are "So Sick" of Ne-Yo.... (read more)
Ice Cube Hits New York City Stage
In support of his first studio album in six years, Ice Cube plans to hit New York City hard with his performance at BB Kings on Friday (May 12).... (read more)
Star Fired For Shocking Remarks
Controversial Power 105 radio personality Star was fired Wednesday (May 10) for making shocking comments about rival Hot 97 host DJ Envy’s daughter.... (read more)
Duke University Lacrosse Team Scandal
A top level report released this week concludes North Carolina law enforcement officials were slow to launch a thorough investigation into rape allegations made by the 27-year-old black woman, now at the heart of the racially-tinged Duke University lacrosse team sex scandal.... (read more)
50 Cent to Star in Live Bet Film
50 Cent’s film resume is expanding. ... (read more)
Pharrell and Kanye Collaborate on P's Album
A collaboration between super producers Pharrell Williams and Kanye West could only happen In My Mind.... (read more)
Diddy's Appeal Denied, Must Pay High Child Support Payments
The New York Supreme Court let Diddy know that it is indeed, “All About The Benjamins.”... (read more)
Brooklyn Rapper Gravy Banned From Hot 97 Airwaves
Afer being shot in the buttocks outside of NYC's Hot 97 radio station on April 26, Brooklyn rapper Gravy's music has been banned from the station's airwaves.... (read more)
Sean Garrett Penning Songs For Beyonce, Joe and Pussycat Dolls
Sean Garrett, who Jay-Z nicknamed The Pen of the industry, is at it again.... (read more)
The Isley Brothers and Gnarls Barkley Release Albums Today
One group is known for making music that the grown and sexy procreate to. The other group is simply out of their element. Maybe they’re Craaazy. ... (read more)
Dead Prez to be Honored in Revolution! at The Apollo
The politically-charged and socially-driven hip hop duo Dead Prez are among those that will be honored at this year’s installment of the Revolution! Awards and Benefit Concert at Harlem’s legendary Apollo Theater on Friday June 2 at 8 p.m.... (read more)
Kanye West and Company Sued Over a Mercedes Benz Vehicle
Kanye West has been sued by the DCFS Trust leasing company over a Mercedes Benz vehicle.... (read more)
MLB Will Not Honor Barry Bonds if he Passes Babe Ruth
Major League Baseball officials have confirmed they have no intentions of formally honoring Barry Bonds if he eclipses Babe Ruth's second-place standing on the all-time home run list. In addition, they will not be authenticating any of the game balls used leading up to the historical moment.... (read more)
T.I. Pays Final Respects to Personal Assistant and Friend
T.I. is currently among the best MCs in his deft ability to fluidly deliver rhymes when performing on stage. However on Monday, May 8, T.I. understandably struggled with his words, as he had to give the hardest speech of his life.... (read more)
50 Cent Ready To Shock Fans In Home of the Brave Performance
50 Cent is boldly predicting a superstar performance in his role in the impending Home of the Brave film.... (read more)
Lil Wayne and Baby Prep Duet Album, Weezy Announces Lineup
Barely five months deep into this year alone, Lil Wayne has already made memorable guest appearances on numerous songs. However, Weezy's just warming up.... (read more)
De La Hoya Punishes Mayorga, Mayweather Jr. Next?
Ricardo 'El Matador' Mayorga made a promise last week to knock out 'Golden Boy' Oscar De La Hoya in less than six rounds. However, just the opposite happened on Saturday night (May 6) when Mayorga found himself pulverized by The Golden Boy in the 6th round. ... (read more)
DJ Whoo Kid to Give NYC More Than 50,000 Mixtapes
DJ Whoo Kid is taking on the role of Santa Claus, except he’s giving away gifts before Christmas.... (read more)
Outkast Is The Mighty O
Andre and Big Boi's new single "Mighty O," has leaked to the Internet(s) as a recording from an ATL radio station.... (read more)
Jamie Foxx Talks About Summer Jam and Kissing Beyonce
To say Jamie Foxx is a busy man would be an understatement at this point in time. ... (read more)
Ricardo Mayorga Insults Oscar De La Hoya Before Saturday's Fight
Never is there a dull moment in the sport of boxing when Ricardo ‘El Matador’ Mayorga is involved. Since the beginning of his promotional tour for his fight against Oscar 'Golden Boy' De La Hoya (37 wins, 0 KO's, 4 losses) on Saturday (May 6), he has savagely taken verbal jabs at his opponent.... (read more)
Producer Rockwilder Launches RocBattle Website
After launching RocBeats.com in December 2005, hip hop producer Rockwilder is introducing RocBattle.com, a website aimed to help producers sell their beats for money.... (read more)
Suge Knight Financially Down and Out
Suge Knight is claiming he’s down to just $11 in the bank and some ice in a jewelry box.... (read more)
T.I. to Resume National Tour
After the shooting death of his personal assistant, T.I. is ready to resume his national tour.... (read more)
VH1 May Debut Paul Wall Series Soon
Paul Wall may have another outlet to flash his platinum, disco ball grill in very soon.... (read more)
LA Lakers' Kwame Brown Accussed of Alleged Sexual Assault
Police are investigating a report of sexual assault allegedly involving Los Angeles Lakers center Kwame Brown. ... (read more)
Snoop Dogg Banned From British Airways
Snoop Dogg has been banned from riding on British Airways flights. ... (read more)
Tiger Woods' Father Dies at 74
Earl Woods, the father of superstar golfer Tiger Woods, died Wednesday morning at his Cypress, California home. ... (read more)
T.I.'s Personal Assistant Killed in Shootout
A spokesman for T.I.’s Grand Hustle label has confirmed with The Associated Press that Philant Johnson was killed early Wednesday in the Cincinnati shootout between T.I.'s entourage and a group of enraged male club-goers. Johnson, 26, was T.I.’s personal assistant. ... (read more)
Brother J Announces X-Clan Foundation
Brother J, the X-Clan’s co-founder and spokesman, doesn't want people to forget about Professor X. ... (read more)
Hot 97 Gets Eviction Notice, Not Prepared To Go
After a string of violent shootings in recent years, an eviction notice has been posted on the door of famed New York City radio station Hot 97. However, the station isn’t ready to pack its bags just yet.... (read more)
Kim Mathers Seeks Compensation in a Detroit Court
Eminem’s pending divorcee, Kim Mathers, solicits a Detroit Court to collect on a 17-year love-worn entanglement with the Oscar-winning MC.... (read more)
Diddy Responds to Being Listed in Time Magazine's 100 Most Influential People
At this point in time in Diddy’s career, it may be safe to say that he’s seen and done it all. Probably twice. So, it must take a lot to impress the hip hop mogul.... (read more)
One Person Shot Dead, Three Injured From T.I.'s Entourage in Cincinnati
One person was shot dead and three were injured as a result of a shootout on Cincinnati's Interstate 75 early Wednesday (May 3). The four people shot are all believed to be part of T.I.’s entourage. ... (read more)
Mobb Deep Squashes Beef With Jay-Z, Blood Money In Stores Today
Hip hop fans may remember Jay-Z airing out Nas and Mobb Deep on the Summer Jam concert stage years ago. However, the Queensbridge-based duo has chosen to leave that incident in the past.... (read more)
Proof Allegedly Drunk Night of Shooting, Wrongful Death Suit Filed Against His Estate
Two new revelations in the case of slain MC Proof have come to light.... (read more)
Marc Ecko Helps Graffiti Artists Beat NYC in Court, Preps 2nd Annual Save The Rhinos Concert
Fashion and media mogul Marc Ecko took his battle on behalf of New York City graffiti artists to court…and won.... (read more)
Blackberry Hit With Another Patent Lawsuit
In March, Research In Motion, the makers of the popular Blackberry device, paid the NTP patent-holding company $612.5 million to avoid the shutting down of its wireless e-mail service.... (read more)
HOT 97 Welcomes Surveillance Camera
On Monday (May 1), the New York Police Department announced that they intend to install a surveillance camera outside of the 395 Hudson Street building, which is home to New York City’s Hot 97, a radio station that has been the site of several violent shootings.... (read more)
NFL Draft: Reggie Bush Hopes to Bring New Orleans Joy, Vince Young a Titan
Just several months after Hurricane Katrina ravaged the city of New Orleans, the region is now being hit with a jolt of positive electricity. His name is Reggie Bush. ... (read more)
United 93 Earns $11.6 Million, Oliver Stone's World Trade Center Film Due In Summer
Moviegoers usually don’t like heading into a film knowing how the story ends. United 93 may have been an exception this past weekend.... (read more)
50 Cent Doesn't Care For Oprah, Speaks on Eminem's Condition
50 Cent wouldn't care if he saw Oprah Winfrey "In Da Club."... (read more)
NYPD to Install 24-Hour Surveillance Camera in Front of Hot 97
Last Wednesday’s (April 26) shooting in front of famed New York City radio station Hot 97 has caused the New York Police Department to take action. ... (read more)
Dipset's JR Writer Preps History In The Making Debut Album
Dipset’s writer of writer's, JR Writer, is prepping his debut album, History In The Making, for a June 27 release on Diplomat Records in conjunction with KOCH Records.... (read more)
Turk Sentenced to 12 Years in Prison
Turk, an original member of the Cash Money Hot Boys, has been sentenced to 12 years in prison.... (read more)
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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) -
RapidShare
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) -
RapidShare
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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