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Online Exclusive: Bow Wow Takes On Responsibility Like A Man

May 31, 2005

As we sat in the conference room of his public relations firm, Bow Wow (born Shad Gregory Moss) makes it clear why he dropped the Lil' from his name. The maturing lad you see today is focused on his future in the music industry as well as several other non-related ventures. At the crucial age of 18, Bow Wow is now prepared to handle his business as an artist as well as man. The years have taught him a lot and his plans for the future are guaranteed to advance his already successful career.

Online Exclusive: Common Says You Gotta BeÂ…

May 24, 2005

Days before the release of Common’s highly anticipated sixth album, and after a kinetic performance in the pouring rain at NYC's Columbia University, the wordsmith sat down with Vibe.com to discuss his new album --- Be. His last album, Electric Circus was almost called The Isness. Apparently Common is working on a theme. Laylah Amatullah Barrayn asked Common, “Was there a relationship between those titles --- The Isness and Be?” Common answers…

Online Exclusive: Junior M.A.F.I.A. - Life After Biggie

May 23, 2005

Just a decade ago, the nine members of Junior M.A.F.I.A. were gettin’ money with Notorious B.I.G. That was before Lil’ Kim departed to pursue her solo career, before Biggie was fatally gunned down in a still unsolved murder mystery. After a belated 10 years, the replenished crew has returned with their sophomore album, Riot Musik under the independent label, Mega Media Records. Although the Bedford-Stuyvesant M.A.F.I.A. squad never fully emerged from Biggie’s cover to certify their status in rap, they did gain considerable respect along the years rolling with the legendary Brooklyn MC.

Online Exclusive: Baby Bash Shares the Recipe for His Sauce

May 19, 2005

Baby Bash is concerned that critics are having a difficult time categorizing his music. “I call it the ultra-magnetic super-fly-cognac lounge-get-down music," he clarifies for the record.

Online Exclusive: Summer 2005 - Hip Hop Tours

May 18, 2005

It's that time of year again, when artists step out of the studio onto the tour bus for the ubiquitous summer tour. Check out our list of some of the most exciting upcoming tours, including the Anger Management 3 Tour (featuring 50 Cent, Eminem and Lil Jon), Nelly's "Sweat/Suit" tour, and the Black Eyed Peas' massive summer trek.

Online Exclusive: How The West Was Won

May 13, 2005

In the midst of torrential downpours in New York City on Monday May 2, hundreds trekked their way uptown to the infamous Apollo Theatre to catch a glimpse of West Coast's finest, Snoop and Game. But instead of a back-to-back hit performance, what they got was Snoop D-O-Double G (with a few surprise guests) keeping the crowd at ease, despite a no-show from the baby-faced Game. In his trademark laidback swagger and killer wordplay, Snoop reaffirmed who the top dog in this game is.

Online Exclusive: Xzibit's About to Pimp Your Wallet

May 9, 2005

Xzibit's been renovating your rides for sometime now, so for his next trick, the rapper plans to pimp your bank account.

Online Exclusive: Lenny Kravitz Rocks Chicago

May 9, 2005

Can you say rock star? Lenny Kravitz’ music knows no boundaries. Call it rock, funk, or soul- it’s emotionally charging and his style is visually captivating. Recently, Kravitz performed in Chicago at the Congress theater. Click to see pictures from the concert ...

Online Exclusive: Soulful Balladeers Still in Mint Condition

May 9, 2005

Don’t call it a comeback.

Yeah I know LL has the catchphrase on lock. But Neo Soul crooners Mint Condition insist it’s definitely not a comeback, even after blowing up BB King's Blues Club & Grill in Times Square after a six-year hiatus from the spotlight.

Video Game Review: Doom 3

May 6, 2005

When Doom hit the PlayStation console in the mid 90’s that’s when things changed for the entire first person shooter (FPS) genre. Since then, there have been many incarnations of the first-person shooter from the likes of Duke Nuke Em’, Goldeneye, Halo, Deus Ex and Chronicles of Riddick; each FPS has outdone the previous. Now does Doom 3, one of the originators of the FPS genre bring anything new to the table?

DVD Review: Kanye West - The College Dropout Video Anthology

May 3, 2005

After over 2.5 million copies of his debut album sold, Kanye West is primed to release his sophomore album, Late Registration, on July 12. For anyone who has worn out The College Dropout or needs a Kanye fix to tide them over, Kanye West: The College Dropout Video Anthology may be the answer. Although this latest DVD package from Roc-A-Fella has plenty of footage that a Kanye craver would demand, there are several prominent drawbacks that might make a penny-pincher think twice.