Rihanna to Perform New Album (Rated R) Live in London Via Internet  November 5, 2009 | R&B | Rihanna | Comments (0)

International superstar Rihanna will showcase new material from her highly-anticipated forthcoming album Rated R exclusively to a Nokia audience via a globally streamed live performance on November 16th 2009. This ground-breaking event in partnership with Nokia will preview tracks from Rated R set for a November 23nd release worldwide performed live from a secret London location.

Ludacris Gives Away 20 Used Cars to Deserving GA Residents  September 8, 2009 | Ludacris | Comments (1)

Ludacris, The Ludacris Foundation, and Nissan South have partnered to give away 20 used vehicles to several deserving Metro Atlanta area residents during his LudaDay weekend (Labor Day Weekend).  Ludacris transformed this past Labor Day holiday weekend into LudaDay Weekend to celebrate with friends and ardent fans, as well as, an opportunity to give back to the community.

Michael Jackson Will Finally Be Laid to Rest Today  September 3, 2009 | Michael Jackson | Comments (0)

After two months of his passing, Michael Jackson will finally be laid to rest.  The King-of-Pop is scheduled to be buried today in a private sunset ceremony at the Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Glendale, California.  Michael Jackson is to be interred at a 7 p.m. service inside the cemetery's massive Great Mausoleum.  The mausoleum is an elaborate neo-classical building inspired by Genoa's famous Campo Santo.

Larry King Interview with Chris Brown  September 3, 2009 | Chris Brown | Rihanna | Comments (0)

Last night Larry King interviewed Chris Brown about him assaulting then-girlfriend Rihanna. Chris refused to answer specific questions about the assault telling Larry King that he was ashamed of himself but wouldn't go into the details of the evening out of respect for Rihanna's privacy.  Chris wore a blue sweater with a goofy blue bow tie and appeared with his mother (Joyce Hawkins) and lawyer (Mark Geragos).  See video of interview below.

Chris Brown Sentenced for Assaulting Rihanna, Other Incidents Surface  August 26, 2009 | Chris Brown | Rihanna | Comments (0)

R&B singer Chris Brown was sentenced yesterday to serve 5 years probation and to spend more than 1,400 hours in "labor-oriented community service" for assaulting his pop star girlfriend, Rihanna.  Additionally, Chris Brown must complete domestic violence counseling and has a restraining order in place, requiring him to stay 50 yards away from Rihanna, 10 yards if the two are at the same industry event.

Kanye West and Girlfriend Amber Rose are Freaks  August 19, 2009 | Kanye West | Comments (0)

Kanye West and his girlfriend Amber Rose are bi-sexual!  The couple briefly split last February but made up and now has made their sexual preferences public and are not ashamed of it.  Amber Rose have admitted to having relationships with females and Kanye has admitted being addicted to porn and wouldn't mind making a film with both men and women.

Michael Jackson Dead at 50 Years Old  June 25, 2009 | Michael Jackson | R&B | Comments (0)

The Los Angeles Times have reported that Michael Jackson have died today after being rushed to the hospital (Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center).  It's reported that the King of Pop wasn't breathing when the Los Angeles Fire Department paramedics responded to a call at his Los Angeles home about 12:30 PM.  CPR was administered and for awhile he was in a coma.  It seems Michael went into cardiac arrest.  Rest in peace Michael!

Spectacular from Pretty Ricky Strange Video Questions His Sexuality  May 28, 2009 | R&B | Comments (0)

A video of Spectacular from Pretty Ricky has gone viral on the Internet.  The very strange video that has put Spectacular’s sexuality in question.  Apparently Spectacular decided to make a video of him dancing and grinding like a female in a red underwear to the song Tipsy.  He first introduces the video stating he's challenging Bow Wow and Chris Brown to a grinding challenge.  Spectacular has defended his sexuality stating he's not gay but the video puts that claim in question.  (See the video below).

Nude Pictures of Rihanna Leak on the Internet  May 11, 2009 | Chris Brown | Rihanna | Comments (2)

And the Rihanna and Chris Brown saga continues.  Pictures have leaked on the Internet of Rihanna in the buff; that's nude.  Chris Brown has denied that he did not leak the several naked pictures of Rihanna who he put in the hospital after a fight several weeks ago.  (See pictures below).

Diddy and VH1 Holding Nationwide Auditions for "I Want to Work for Diddy 2"  May 8, 2009 | Diddy | Comments (0)

Diddy has launched nationwide auditions for "I Want to Work for Diddy 2".  The auditions will showcase on VH1 and will be held in eight cities throughout the month of May.  Auditions will be held in New York tomorrow and Chicago on Sunday.  If you want to work for Diddy you must be 21 or older by June 2009, have great work ethic, a personality that stands out against the other candidates and be available on-call 24/7 to cater to Diddy.

Chris Brown Pleads Not Guilty  April 8, 2009 | Chris Brown | R&B | Comments (2)

R&B singer Chris Brown arrived in court this week, arriving 30 minutes after his scheduled arraignment in Los Angeles.  With his lawyer present, Brown entered a plea of not guilty to two felony counts in connection with the beating of fellow R&B superstar Rihanna.  A preliminary hearing has been set for April 29.

Rihanna Photo Released Showing Her Beaten Up by Chris Brown  February 20, 2009 | Rihanna | Comments (1)

TMZ.com has obtained a photo of Rihanna with her face badly beaten.  In the domestic violence incident involving Chris Brown, she has been thought to be the victim.  The photo clearly shows an injured Rihanna, and if the evidence proves true, case against Brown is strong.  The bigger issue here is that the release of the photo is unauthorized.  The LAPD has started an investigation to find out who is responsible for this breach.

Usher's Wife Tameka Foster Released from Hospital  February 19, 2009 | R&B | Usher | Comments (0)

Tameka Foster Raymond was finally released from Sirio—Libanes Hospital on Monday.  She was there for treatment after suffering cardiac arrest before undergoing liposuction.  A spokeswoman for the hospital declined to provide additional details on her treatment, per the family’s request.  Ellen Dastry, a spokeswoman for plastic surgeon Silvio Sterman, was more forthcoming.

Suge Knight in Another Fight   February 17, 2009 | Rap | Comments (0)

Legendary Death Row Records CEO Marion “Suge” Knight took a beating early Monday morning in Scottsdale, Arizona, as reported by TMZ.com.  The alleged assailant has ties to Akon.  Apparently, Akon hosted the 944 Magazine All-Star Weekend Wrap-up Celebration at the W Hotel.  According to the website, cops were called to the scene by hotel security, who reported that a fight seemed to be brewing between to groups in the VIP section.

Rihanna Released from the Hospital & is Recovering  February 11, 2009 | Rihanna | Comments (0)

R&B star Rihanna, who was recovering at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, was released Monday evening, and is now reportedly back in her hometown in Barbados.  Rihanna had been hospitalized for injuries allegedly from singer Chris Brown.  She was said to arrive at the hospital on Sunday with contusions, a black eye, a split lip, and a bloody nose.

Tamka Foster Recovering from Liposuction Complications  February 11, 2009 | R&B | Usher | Comments (0)

Tameka Foster, R&B singer Usher’s wife, is recovering at a Brazilian hospital after suffering complications during “routine surgery” says her publicist.  Although Usher’s family had requested privacy “at this difficult time,” the Brazilian media has uncovered more details and is sharing.

The Chris Brown Saga Continues  February 10, 2009 | Chris Brown | R&B | Rihanna | Comments (2)

Grammy Night produced a shocking news story:  Chris Brown was arrested for his involvement in an altercation with an unidentified female victim.  Now sources are saying that victim is fellow R&B singer Rihanna, as many already suspected.  Rihanna and Brown attended Clive Davis’ pre-Grammy bash together.

Usher Family Emergency Update  February 10, 2009 | Usher | Comments (1)

One of usher's reps reported Monday that his wife, Tameka Foster, is in stable condition.  She suffered complications from what he calls a "routine surgery" in Brazil.  This past weekend, rumors surfaced that Tameka Foster had died after a plastic surgery procedure.  The death, of course, is false, but the plastic surgery reports have not yet been addressed.

Chris Brown Turns Himself into Police  February 9, 2009 | Chris Brown | R&B | Comments (1)

R&B singer Chris Brown turned himself in to the Los Angeles Police Department on Sunday evening.  This happened after authorities began investigations into an alleged felony battery between Brown and an unidentified woman.  He was booked and released on $50,000 bail. He has been charged with violence felony battery.

Usher's Family Emergency  February 9, 2009 | R&B | Usher | Comments (0)

R&B superstar Usher was slated to perform at a pre-Grammy’s party honoring label head Clive Davis on Saturday night, but he cancelled last minute due to a “serious family emergency”.  Usher’s reps would not comment on the specifics.   There have been internet reports of his wife, Tameka Foster Raymond’s death, but those are unsubstantiated.  Access Hollywood reports that she did suffer an injury due complications from a cosmetic procedure performed in Brazil.

Lil Wayne - Tha Carter III is 2008 Best Selling Album  January 7, 2009 | Lil Wayne | Rap | Comments (9)

Lil Wayne is on fire!  The cough syrup sipper's latest CD, "Tha Carter III," has sold about 3 million copies last year to become 2008's best-selling album.        Although, Wayne's only sold 2.88 million copies, it's the first time since Nielsen SoundScan began tracking sales in 1991 that the best-selling album of a calendar year sold less than 3 million copies.

Mary J. Blige Hitting the Road with Fall Tour - The Love Soul Tour  August 24, 2008 | Mary J. Blige | Comments (1)

Mary J. Blige is hitting the road again with a fall tour (The Love Soul Tour) to promote her eighth studio album, "Growing Pains." The Love Soul Tour which will start September 13 in North Charleston and will feature Robin Thicke and Dave Young.  The tour will visit cities from coast to coast through mid-October.  The tour is a followup to Blige's tour with Jay-Z on the "Heart of the City Tour".

Madonna Madness  August 20, 2008 | Madonna | Comments (1)

On August 16th, 1958, a star was born. And at the time, the world was completely unaware of her.  Her name was Madonna Louise Ciccone.  We now know her simply as Madonna.  Madonna was born and raised in Michigan.  She convinced her father to let her take ballet lessons and she eventually received a dance scholarship to the University of Michigan.  At the urging of her ballet teacher, Madonna moved to New York City to pursue a dance career.

Eminem Being Sued for Punching Man in Bathroom 2 Years Ago  July 7, 2008 | Eminem | Comments (0)

Eminem (A.K.A. Marshall Mathers) is being sued for more than $25,000 by a man that claim the rapper sucker-punched him at a bathroom urinal two years ago at a Detroit strip club.  Come on give me a break.  It's been 2 years!  Miad Jarbou filed a lawsuit Thursday in Oakland Circuit Court accusing Emine of assault and battery on July 13, 2006. Jarbou claims he was in the restroom when the rap star walked in with a large man he took to be a bodyguard.

R. Kelly Found Not Guilty in Child Pornography Case  June 13, 2008 | R. Kelly | Comments (0)

Great news for R&B Superstar R. Kelly!  Today a jury acquitted him of all charges in his child pornography case.  The jury found that he did not make an explicit videotape showing him having sex with a 13 year old girl who called him "godfather." R. Kelly cried and whispered "thank you Jesus" several times after each not guilty finding was announced in the 14-count case. If he was found guilty, Kelly could have faced a 15-year prison term.

50 Cent Being Accused of Burning Down Baby Mama's House  June 2, 2008 | 50 Cent | Comments (0)

Talk about "baby mama drama"! 50 Cent's ex-girlfriend, Shaniqua Tompkins, is accusing him of being involved in burning down their Long Island home.  Shaniqua lives at the house with her 2 children and boyfriend which include 50 Cent's 10 year old son, Marquise.

Sean "Diddy" Combs Buys $33 million Yacht  June 2, 2008 | Diddy | Comments (1)

This is when you know you are living large; when you can afford to purchase a $33 million yacht like Sean "Diddy" Combs.  According to Britain's Daily Mirror, Diddy has named the 54-foot motor yacht "The Maraya" and was being built over the last 3 years. Britain's Daily Mirror is reporting that Sean "Diddy" Combs recently purchased a new 54-foot motor yacht for $33 million.

Slick Rick Pardoned by New York Governor  May 27, 2008 | Slick Rick | Comments (0)

Slick Rick (A.K.A. Ricky Walters) has been fully pardoned by New York Governor David Paterson.  Back in 1991 the rapper was convicted of attempted murder and spent five years in prison.  However, the 43 year old rapper had faced numerous attempts to deport him although he lived in the U.S. since he was a child.  Slick Rick was again arrested in 2002 by Immigration agents who stopped him after he returned to Miami from a 1 week Caribbean cruise where he performed on-board. He spent 17 months in jail which stemmed from a 1997 Immigration and Naturalization Service warrant that was not been pursued earlier.

Lil Kim Awarded $500,000 in a Lawsuit Against Junior M.A.F.I.A.  May 17, 2008 | Lil Kim | Comments (1)

Lil Kim has been awarded $500,000 last Wednesday in a lawsuit accusing one of her former Junior M.A.F.I.A. members of using her name and image for an unauthorized DVD. In July of 2005 Lil' Kim had won a temporary restraining order against Junior M.A.F.I.A. and Ground Zero Entertainment to stop the DVD from being sold.

R. Kelly Jury Has Been Selected  May 17, 2008 | R. Kelly | Comments (0)

Well it’s about time they get the show on the road with the R. Kelly child pornography trial.  How many years have it been?  Too many to count!  The jury has been selected which consists of 8 whites and 4 blacks. However, since the jury selection began five days ago R. Kelly's defense team has accused the prosecutors of intentionally striking minorities from the jury pool in favor of whites.

Foxy Brown to Release Her New Album on May 13  May 7, 2008 | Foxy Brown | Comments (0)

Former inmate Foxy Brown, just weeks out of jail for violating probation, is set to release her new album, "Brooklyn's Don Diva," on Tuesday, May 13. The album will be launched by Black Rose Entertainment/KOCH Records. The album features guest appearances by Lady Saw, Lil' Mo, Dwele, AZ, Kira, Graph, DeMarco,  and more. The track "We Don't Surrender" featuring Graph was leaked last August as Foxy began her one year prison jail sentence.

Akon Busted by TheSmokingGun.com for Lying About His Past  April 19, 2008 | Akon | Comments (0)

Is Akon a fraud?  According to TheSmokingGun.com Akon has lied about his so-called past criminal lifestyle.  Akon has claimed that he served 4 1/2 years in prison for various felonies, including running car theft operation.  However, he was convicted of one felony for gun possession which ended in a guilty plea with three years probation.

Bill Cosby Releasing Rap Album Next Month  April 16, 2008 | Interesting Stuff | Comments (1)

Ok, is this a joke?  Bill Cosby will be releasing a rap album titled "Cosby Narratives Vol. 1: State of Emergency."  Bill Cosby wants to be a rapper.  Ok Bill we get the message, you don't have to rap to us about it. According to the Associated Press, the 70-year-old tv/movie-star/comedian and outspoken opponent of profanity-laced, misogynistic rap has put together an effort that blends his concepts and stories with a hip-hop, pop and jazz soundtrack.

Bobby Brown's Tell-All Book About Marriage to Whitney  April 6, 2008 | Bobby Brown | Whitney Houston | Comments (0)

Bobby Brown has released a tell-all book about his life and marriage to Whitney Houston. The title of the book is "Bobby Brown: The Truth, the Whole Truth and Nothing But."  I guess Bobby can also use the money, so why not. In the first chapter, Bobby claims that it was Whitney who introduced him to cocaine.

Remy Ma Found Guilty, Faces Up to 25 Years in Prison  March 31, 2008 | Remy Ma | Comments (0)

Remy Ma (A.K.A. Remy Smith) is on her way to doing some serious time in prision.  The Bronx rapper cried tears last Thursday after she was found guilty on all four charges of assault in state Supreme Court in Manhattan. She was convicted on two counts of first-degree assault, attempted coercion, and criminal possession of a weapon in the shooting of Makeda Barnes Joseph outside a night club last summer.

T.I. Pleads Guilty toFederal Weapons Possession Charges  March 31, 2008 | T. I. | Comments (6)

T.I. (A.K.A. Clifford Harris) has pleaded guilty to federal weapons possession charges and will spend one year doing community service while awaiting a sentence that includes prison time. The 27-year-old rapper pleaded guilty to possession of an unregistered firearm, possession of machine guns and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.

Snoop Dogg Goes "Ego Trippin"' for VH1 Storytellers  March 26, 2008 | Snoop Dog | Comments (0)

Snoop Dogg had the audience on their feet as he taped an episode of "VH1 storytellers" March 13 at Steiner Studios in Brooklyn. Fans can watch this exclusive performance when "VH1 Storytellers: Snoop Dogg" premieres Monday, March 31 at 10PM on VH1 and is simulcast on VH1 Soul and MHD: Music High Definition. The full show will also be available online at Storytellers.VH1.com on Monday, March 31 at 10PM.

George Michael Announces North American Tour  March 25, 2008 | George Michael | Comments (0)

After performing 80 shows in 12 European countries for a staggering 1.3 million fans over the past year alone, legendary superstar George Michael will be bringing his smash 25 LIVE tour to North American Arenas in the summer of 2008 in support of his new retrospective record. This will be Michael's first North American tour in 17 years.

Busta Rhymes Gets Three Years Probation  March 19, 2008 | Busta Rhymes | Comments (0)

Busta Rhymes was sentenced to three years of probation for two separate assaults in 2006. Busta (A.K.A. Trevor Smith) dropped his innocent plea last January to avoid a trial and a one-year prison stay. Busta pleaded guilty to assault, two driving infractions and weapons possession and began serving his sentence on Tuesday. In December 2006 Busta was charged with beating up his chauffeur, and an August 2006 incident in which he attacked a fan that spat on his car.

Cocoa Tea & Mighty Sparrow Release Songs to Support Obama  March 11, 2008 | Dancehall | Comments (0)

The Caribbean people are also giving props to presidential hopeful Senator Barack Obama.  Reggae/dancehall superstar Cocoa Tea (A.K.A. Calvin Scott) has recorded a song dedicated to Obama titled "Barack Obama". While Trinidadian calypso superstar Mighty Sparrow has a song out called "Barack the Magnificent".  (See Videos)

Janet Jackson's New Album "Feedback" is #1  March 6, 2008 | Janet Jackson | Comments (0)

Janet Jackson new album titled "Feedback" is the number one album in the country. This is her first time in almost seven years. The CD is Janet's 6th Billboard 200 chart topper and her first No. 1 since 2001's "All For You." "Feedback" is also her first project with Island Def Jam.

Michael Jackson Neverland Ranch in Foreclosure  February 27, 2008 | Michael Jackson | Comments (0)

Michael Jackson has received notice that his Neverland Ranch in Santa Barbara will be sold at public auction on March 19, 2008 unless he comes up with $24,525,906.61 to pay off the loan.  The auction will include all personal property inside, all fixtures, appliances, furniture, and the rides outside. Neverland Ranch is worth about $7 million in the current real-estate market. On at least one other occasion this year, Michael missed payments on the $2 million mortgage.

Kanye's New Music Video w/ Rita-G "Flashing Light" Confusing  February 24, 2008 | Kanye West | Comments (2)

Some of Kanye West's video has nothing to do with the music.  However, his new video for his single "Flashing Lights" makes absolutely no sense.  The video features Rita G a Playboy Playmate from Houston and is co-directed by Spike Jonze.  The video starts by Rita G driving a car.  She stops, exits, walks away from the car, takes off a fur coat and then burns the coat.  All the time dressed in here underwear while wearing a thong. (See Video & Pictures)

50 Cent Baby Mama Get's $6.7K instead of $50K for Child Support  February 15, 2008 | 50 Cent | Comments (0)

50 Cent (A.K.A. Marquis Jackson) must be very happy with the court's decision to give his money hungry baby mama (Shaniqua Tomkin) only $6,700 per month for child support instead of the ridiculous $50,000 per month she wanted.  $6,700 is still not chump change.  That's $80,400 per year to raise 1 child.

Ron Isley Ordered to Complete 37-Month Prison Sentence  February 13, 2008 | Ron Isley | Comments (0)

Ron Isley will not be avoiding jail time.  The 66 year old Isley suffered a minor stroke in 2004 and is currently in poor health; however, he must complete his entire 37-month federal prison sentence for tax evasion.   Isley's lawyers argued before a three-judge panel that rejected the argument that the sentence is unreasonable due to his age, medical condition and lack of proof that the federal prison system can provide him adequate health care.

The Game Gets 60 Days in Jail  February 13, 2008 | Game | Comments (0)

The Game (A.K.A. Jayceon Terrell Taylor) will be doing a 60-day lock-down (that's jail) after pleading no contest to felony possession of a firearm in a school zone. The Game was credited with two days already served toward the jail time and has to complete 150 hours of community service and a three-year probationary term.

Ray J's & Brandy's Mother Suing Kim Kardashian for $120,000  February 8, 2008 | Brandy | Ray J | Comments (0)

Brandy's and Ray-J's mother Sonja Norwood is suing Kim Kardashian for making unauthorized charges on her American Express credit card that total more than $120,000. Sonja Norwood claims Kim Kardashian was authorized to use the card for one purchase in 2004 in her job as a stylist for both Brandy and Ray J.

Michael Jackson Starts to Pay Off Debts  February 8, 2008 | Michael Jackson | Comments (0)

Michael Jackson is in some serious debt!  However, he has been taking steps for this huge debt situation.  Columnist Roger Friedman of Fox.com cites Santa Barbara County records that reveal MJ has finally satisfied a state tax lien on his Neverland Valley Ranch.  The total paid is a little over $600,000 including penalties and fees. The singer still owes $23 million on a defaulted loan taken against Neverland.

Jay-Z & Mary J. Blige Announce North American Tour  February 8, 2008 | Jay Z | Mary J. Blige | Comments (0)

Jay-Z and Mary J. Blige will co-headline a 25-date, North American outing celled the "Mary J. Blige & Jay-Z: Heart of the City" tour.  The tour kicks off on March 22 at Miami's American Airlines Arena and will hit cities along the eastern seaboard as well as New Orleans, Houston, Las Vegas and Oakland.  The "Mary J. Blige & Jay-Z: Heart of the City" tour is the pinnacle of Mary and Jay's long-time collaboration which began in 1996 with the hit single "Can't Knock The Hustle."

Busta Rhymes Avoid Jail Time Again  January 24, 2008 | Busta Rhymes | Comments (0)

Busta Rhymes (A.K.A. Trevor Smith) was in a Manhattan, New York, court room yesterday to learn his fate in four separate cases ranging from DUI to assault.  Busta ended up getting three years' probation and 10 days of community service for his two assault cases.  The assaults include one involving his former driver and the other for beating up a fan who spat on his SUV.

Lil Wayne Arrested on Drug & Possibly Weapon Charges  January 24, 2008 | Lil Wayne | Rap | Comments (4)

Look like a criminal, act like a criminal then you get arrested.  This time it’s my boy Lil Wayne (A.K.A Michael Carter, Jr).  Lil Wayne was arrested by DEA agents in Arizona on three serious felony drug charges. He was arrested yesterday, after police dogs went through his tour bus and sniffed out multiple drugs; including cocaine and ecstasy.

Bobby Brown Wanted for Cocaine Possession  January 15, 2008 | Bobby Brown | Comments (2)

Bobby Brown is in trouble again.  According to the Boston Herald, Massachusetts State Police are trying to charge Bobby with cocaine possession following an incident last month at a local Holiday Inn hotel. It seems the Brockton police were called to the hotel after midnight on December 1 to break up a fight. Officers were then directed to a 2004 Lincoln Navigator, where Bobby was sitting in the front seat.

Bobbi Kristina Brown is Growing Up  January 13, 2008 | Bobby Brown | Whitney Houston | Comments (27)

Check out the recent pictures of Bobbi Kristina Brown, Bobby Brown and Whitney Houston's daughter.  She's growing up fast and the chubby little girl looks to becoming a teenage brat. In the pictures she's smoking and giving the middle finger. Bobbi Kristina, was born March 4, 1993 making her only 14 years old.

Tony Yayo's Road Manager House Attached  January 10, 2008 | Tony Yayo | Comments (2)

The Staten Island home belonging to G-Unit's rapper Tony Yayo's road manager was sprayed with bullets and hit with a Molotov cocktail early Tuesday morning. (Why is the rap industry so violent?  Maybe it’s because it involves people who are criminals by nature!)

The Game Wants His Money Back from the LAPD  January 10, 2008 | Game | Comments (0)

The Game went to court yesterday trying to get the LAPD to return his $44,000 in cash they took from him during his arrest on gun charges.  The judge set a January 22 hearing to determine whether the cops are wrong for refusing to give back the money and should be held in contempt of court. (That is absolutely crazy!  Give the man his money back!)  The judge also set February 4th to begin The Game's trial on weapons charges.

Rappers Lead the list for Top Ringtones in 2007  December 27, 2007 | Rap | Comments (0)

According to AT&T the top ringtone of 2007 is "Party Like a Rock Star" by Shop Boyz followed by "This Is Why I'm Hot" by Mims which are both rap tracks.  Rounding out the top 5 ring tones are "Crank That" by Solider Boy, "Nickelback" by Rockstar and "Don't Matter" by Akon.

Jay-Z Stepping Down as President of Def Jam Records  December 26, 2007 | Jay Z | Rap | Comments (0)

Jay-Z (A.K.A. Shawn Carter) is stepping down as president of Universal Music Group's Def Jam Records effective by the end of the year.  According to Jay-Z, "Now it's time for me to take on new challenges...I am pleased to have had the opportunity to build upon the Def Jam legacy". The 38 year old legendary rapper took over as president of the rap label in 2005 and signed Grammy-nominated R&B singers Rihanna and Ne-Yo.

Raz-B & Ricky of B2K Claims Molestation by Chris Stokes  December 26, 2007 | R&B | Comments (1)

The Internet is "flaming" with two YouTube videos featuring former B2K member Raz B and his brother Ricky claiming they were molested by their former manager Chris Stokes and singer Marques Houston (See videos).  What the hell is this about?  Why would Raz B and Ricky air their dirty disgusting laundry on the Internet?  In the first video clip, Raz B tells Danielle Houston, the sister of Marques Houston, via speakerphone about the alleged molestation.

Yung Joc Arrested for Carrying Loaded Gun  December 26, 2007 | Yung Joc | Comments (0)

Rappers are not the smartest group of people on the planet.  Maybe it’s all the weed they smoke.  25-year-old rapper Yung Joc (A.K.A. Jasiel Robinson) was arrested at Cleveland Hopkins International Airport for carrying a loaded gun in his carry-on bag. Yung Joc was arrested at about 6:20 a.m. Sunday before boarding a Delta Air Lines flight. Police found a semiautomatic handgun and ammunition in Robinson's carry-on bag.

R. Kelly Misses Court Date & Threatened with Arrest Warrant  December 20, 2007 | R. Kelly | Rap | Comments (0)

R. Kelly missed his court date (for his child pornography case) yesterday in Chicago and was threatened with an arrest warrant due to his tour buses being ordered off the road for eight hours in Utah.  Kelly's four tour busses were pulled over after police clocked them going 100 mph.  When police officers checked the buses' log books they found that the drivers didn't document enough rest time.  The drivers also seemed fatigued. As a result, R. Kelly missed his court date.

Rock-n-Roll Pioneer Ike Turner Dies at age 76  December 13, 2007 | R&B | Comments (0)

Legendary rock-n-roll pioneer, musician Ike Turner has died at age 76. Turner suffered from emphysema and may have died of a heart attack. His success has always been overshadowed by his abuse of ex-wife Tina Turner. Ike Turner was born November 5, 1931 in Clarksdale, Mississippi.  In 1951 he launched his band The Kings of Rhythm and then launched their first single "Rocket 88." The Chess Records release is considered by many rock historians as one of the genre's first songs.

Eminem is a Manic Depressive Per His Mother's Book  December 13, 2007 | Eminem | Comments (0)

It seems Rapper Eminem is a manic depressive.  This is per his mother's (Debbie Nelson) tell all book, "My Son Marshall, My Son Eminem", that is expected to hit the U.S. next year.  The book is currently available in the UK.  Eminem and his mother do not have a good relationship as evident in some of his songs where he raps about his hatred of his mother.

Breaking News - Pimp C Found Dead  December 4, 2007 | Rap | Comments (1)

No, it’s not a rumor.  Unfortunately, rapper Pimp C was found dead this morning at the Mondrian Hotel in Hollywood.  A 911 call was placed, the L.A. County fire department responded,  and he was found dead in bed.  He was 33.  No further details are available at this time.  Pimp C, real name Chad Butler was part of the rap group UGK.  He recently appeared on the song “International Player’s Anthem (I ChooseYou) with Outkast.

Alicia keys Tops Billboard Charts with Single & Album  November 26, 2007 | Alicia keys | R&B | Comments (1)

Alicia Keys is on top of the world!  Her new album and single has topped Billboard with No. 1 spots on multiple charts. One day after her album "As I Am" entered The Billboard 200 in the top position. The single, "No One," took control of Billboard's Hot 100 chart with a rise from No. 2 last week. The track also sold 210,000 downloads, an 88% increase from last week, and remains No. 1 on Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs for a sixth week.

Kanye West Successfully Performes "Hey Mama"  November 26, 2007 | Kanye West | Rap | Comments (0)

Kanye West successfully performed "Hey Mama" in his Glow in the Dark tour, this time in London's O2 Arena (See Video).  During a previous concert in Paris Kanye tried to perform "Hey Mama" but broke into tears and couldn't finish the song.  Kanye attended funeral services for his mother Donda West last week in Oklahoma. He has however decided to continue to perform before eager crowds in Europe as part of his Glow in the Dark tour.

Sean Paul Launches Latest Video - Watch Them Roll  November 21, 2007 | Dancehall | Sean Paul | Comments (2)

The latest Sean Paul selection to bubble up on the Jamaican scene is “Watch Them Roll” a high-energy dancefloor banger in the tradition of “Get Busy.” A home-made YouTube clip of the song had already clocked 100,000 views by the time Sean Paul’s actual video was uploaded. (See Video)

Kanye Breaks Down in Tears at Concert in Paris  November 19, 2007 | Kanye West | Comments (1)

Kanye West has surprisingly returned to Europe to complete his concert obligations starting in Paris last Saturday night just a week after his mother's death.  During the concert, when Kanye tried to perform "Hey Mama", he broke into tears and couldn't finish the song (see video).

Jay-Z Ties Elvis Presley in No. 1 Albums  November 16, 2007 | Jay Z | Comments (1)

Jay-Z, A.K.A. Jigga, A.K.A., Shawn Carter is the man!  According to Nielsen SoundScan Jay-Z's new album titled "American Gangster" has sold 425,000 units in the U.S. last week becoming his 10th No. 1 album on The Billboard 200 chart. The official "American Gangster" soundtrack game in at No. 36 this week with 21,000 units sold. Jay-Z has tied Elvis Presley in second place for the most No. 1 albums on the chart.

Kanye West's Mother Has Died  November 11, 2007 | Kanye West | Rap | Comments (2)

Kanye West's mother, Dr. Donda West, has died in Los Angeles.  The cause of her death at this time in unknown. Last May, Dr. Donda West published the book "Raising Kanye: Life Lessons from the Mother of a Hip-Hop Star".  Kanye and are mom had a very strong bond and were often seen together at parties and award shows.

Judge Rules on Expert Witness in R. Kelly Court Case  November 8, 2007 | R&B | R. Kelly | Comments (0)

Chicago Circuit Court Judge Vincent Gaughan ruled last Friday in the R. Kelly case that prosecutors won't be allowed to have an expert testify that child victims of sexual abuse sometimes deny the abuse ever happened. The doctor was to testify that underage victims of pornography often respond to the trauma by delaying a cry for help.

Keyshia Cole Reality Show Premieres On Top  November 5, 2007 | Keyshia Cole | R&B | Comments (8)

People love drama.  As a matter-a-fact people love reality shows.  This time it's Keyshia Coles' reality show that is back on top.  "Keyshia Cole: The Way It Is" made history at BET (Black Entertainment Television) as the number 1 original series to premiere.  The first episode drew 1.49 million viewers, according to Nielsen Media Research.

Da Brat Arrested for Aggravated Assault  November 5, 2007 | Da Brat | Rap | Comments (0)

Another female rapper is in hot water with the law!  This time it's Da Brad (A.K.A. Shawntae Harris) who got arrested last Thursday for smashing a bottle over the head of a waitress at Jermaine Dupri's Atlanta-area nightclub.  What is up with that?  The 33 rapper was charged with aggravated assault which happened about 1:20 AM last Thursday.

Foxy Brown in Solitary Confinement for Causing Trouble  October 24, 2007 | Foxy Brown | Rap | Comments (1)

Foxy Brown (A.K.A. Inga Marchand) is a bad female.  Even in jail, she's still causing problems and getting in more trouble.  Pregnant Foxy was sentenced September 8 to 1 year in jail for continually violating her probation after several arrests.  She's currently incarcerated at Rickers Island, NY where she has reportedly committed 3 separate violations this month.

Michael Jackson Working on 25th Anniversary Edition of Thriller  October 19, 2007 | Akon | Kanye West | Michael Jackson | Pop | Comments (0)

The King of Pop, Michael Jackson, has been working on his 25th anniversary edition of his "Thriller" album that will feature remixes of four tracks as CD extras.  The tracks that will be remixed are "Billie Jean," "The Girl Is Mine," "Wanna Be Starting Something" and "Pretty Young Thing."  Additionally, four tracks left off "Thriller" in 1983 will be included.  The remixes will include work by Kanye West, Akon, and will.i.am. Thriller 25" will be released by Sony.

Bobby Brown Has Heart Attack  October 14, 2007 | Bobby Brown | R&B | Comments (0)

Bobby Brown has had a heart attack!  At first Bobby, 38, was denying the mild heart attack as reported by his lawyer.  However, a recent released picture show's Bobby hocked up to a heart monitor and IVs.  Bobby looks pretty bad!   Bobby has claimed that he had gone to the hospital, but only to get a check-up in advance of an upcoming tour.

Britney Spears Loses Custody of Children  October 1, 2007 | Britney Spears | Kevin Federline | Comments (1)

Britney Spears is an undisputable drama queen.  Can one person have so many things go so wrong in their life?  Well at least she makes a great story for the media.  Now Britney has been ordered to surrender custody of her children to ex-husband Kevin Federline.

Kanye Beats 50 Cent Selling 957,000 Copies  September 19, 2007 | 50 Cent | Kanye West | Rap | Comments (3)

The battle between Kanye West and 50 Cent to see whose album would sell the most in the first week has a winner.  The winner is Kanye West!  Both artists decided to launch their albums on the same day setting off a battle that was well publicized.  Kanye sold 957,000 copies of "Graduation" which is in the number one spot according to Nielsen SoundScan.

Britney Spears Horrible Performance at the 2007 MTV VMA  September 10, 2007 | Britney Spears | Comments (0)

Did you see Britney Spears performance at the 2007 MTV VMA last night? (View video) Oh my goodness the poor girl is out of it.  She was horrible.  I thought I was watching a Saturday Night Live skit.  She seemed like she has never been on a stage before.  Right before she started her routine she looked liked she was stumbling.

3 Months Pregnant Foxy Brown Heads to Jail for 1 Year  September 8, 2007 | Foxy Brown | Rap | Comments (2)

Foxy Brown (A.K.A. Inga Marchand) is heading to prison!  The female rappers are as bad as the male rappers. Foxy Brown was sentenced Friday to one year in jail for violating probation from a fight with two manicurists in a New York City nail salon three years ago.

Game Ordered to Stand Trial on Three Felonies  September 7, 2007 | Game | Rap | Comments (0)

Game (A.K.A. Jayceon Taylor) maybe heading to prison!  Well he looks like a prisoner so he should fit right in.  Game was ordered to stand trial on three felony charges after he allegedly grabbed a gun from his red Cadillac Escalade after punching a player on the opposing team and threatened to shoot him on Feb. 24th.  All that money and still acting like a criminal.

Diddy Has a Love Child in Atlanta  September 7, 2007 | Diddy | Rap | Comments (0)

Diddy is a low down dirty dog! The head of Bad Boy is really a bad boy himself. Kim Porter did the right thing in getting rid of Diddy.  Turns out he got a chick pregnant in the Atlanta area and paid the mother a million to keep her mouth shut.  This is while Kim was pregnant with their twins.  Well I imagine Diddy has all shorts of booty coming his way.

Police Raids DMX Home for Mistreating Dogs  August 27, 2007 | DMX | Rap | Comments (0)

Deputies from the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office raided DMX's (A.K.A. Earl Simmons) Arizona home after receiving a tip that several dogs were being mistreated.  The police found 12 (two pit bulls, the rest mastiffs) tied up and the remains of three dogs buried in the back yard. The raid also turned up a variety of firearms and a half-pound of suspected illegal narcotics, according to reports. DMX was not at home when the raid took place.

Jay-Z Top Rapper Getting Paid in 2006 ($34MM)  August 19, 2007 | Jay Z | Rap | Comments (1)

Rappers are getting PAID!  According to Forbes.com, Jay-Z is the king of the hill, pulling in $34 million in 2006.  It's no wonder because Jay-Z pulls in money from his records, as President of Def Jam, as co-owner of the NBA's New Jersey Nets and via numerous other ventures.  Jay-Z is followed by 50 cent who made a total of $32 million.  Diddy made $28 million, Tibaland $21 million and Dr. Dre $20 million.

David Banner Explanation of Hostility towards Al Sharpton  August 16, 2007 | David Banner | Rap | Comments (2)

Rapper David Banner (A.K.A. Levell Crump) was quoted on rap site SOHH.com saying, "The next time you see Al Sharpton, tell him I said f*ck him and he can suck my d*ck. I might change the name of my album from ‘The Greatest Story Never Told’ to ‘F*ck Al Sharpton.” What is with all the hostility against the Al Sharpton?

Foxy Brown in Trouble Again & Leaves Def Jam  August 16, 2007 | Foxy Brown | Rap | Comments (0)

What the hell is wrong with Foxy Brown (A.K.A. Inga Marchand)?  She's in trouble again.  This chick is like a dude.  According to police, Foxy was arguing with her 25 year old neighbor when she struck the woman in the head with her Blackberry cell phone.  Police claim Foxy knocked some teeth lose and busted the woman's lip and eye.

Diddy to Produce Movie About the Notorious B.I.G.  August 13, 2007 | Diddy | Rap | Comments (1)

Rappers who resemble the Notorious B.I.G. listen up!  Diddy is producing a film based on the life of the Notorious B.I.G.  If you resemble the late rapper then submit your audition tape whether you are an actor or not.  We also guess you don't really have to be a rapper.   The film will be made by Fox Searchlight Films and directed by George Tillman Jr., who filmed the Barbershop films.

Beenie Man Video about His Divorce  August 7, 2007 | Beenie Man | Dancehall | Comments (3)

Jamaican Dancehall Superstar Beenie Man, A.K.A Moses Davis is getting a divorce after marrying his wife, D' Angel Downer last year August (2006) in a lavish wedding in Jamaica.  Beenie went on Irie FM and aired out his dirty laundry as to what happened. (See Video Interview)  Apparently, Beenie says that his wife may have been cheating on him with a mutual friend.

Usher Gets Married After Canceling Lavish Wedding  August 7, 2007 | Usher | Comments (0)

After canceling a lavish wedding six days ago R&B singer Usher married his pregnant girlfriend Tameka Foster.  The couple was married in a small, private ceremony in his lawyer's office on Friday.  What is going on here?  The couple was to be married on July 28 in Long Island, New York, but the wedding was canceled that day with no reason given.

Ron Isley Heading to Prison But Wants a Pardon  July 29, 2007 | Ron Isley | Comments (0)

Ron Isley is heading to the big house for tax evasion in less than two weeks.  However, the long time R&B singer is seeking a presidential pardon to bypass jail.  Yea right.  George Bush giving a pardon. Unless you are one of George's cronies, you are going to prison.   Def Jam is trying to drum up support for an executive presidential pardon.

Usher Calls Off Wedding at Last Minute  July 29, 2007 | Usher | Comments (0)

Usher has gotten cold feet and cancelled the wedding to marry his pregnant fiance.  Wow, that was close! Better now than a messy expensive divorce.  Tameka Foster and the R&B singer were to be married yesterday (Saturday) in the Hamptons, but the ceremony was canceled.  No details were given as to why the couple cancelled the wedding.

Jay-Z May Leave Island Because of Jermaine Dupri  July 26, 2007 | Jay Z | Jermaine Dupri | Rap | Comments (0)

This past February, Jermaine Dupri officially arrived as the president of the Island Urban music division. Apparently this did not sit well with Island’s Def Jam president, Jay-Z. He is rumored to be in talks to join rival label Columbia records, in an effort to get some distance from Dupri’s kingdom under the same Island umbrella.

Lil Wayne & Ja Rule Arrested for Gun Possession  July 26, 2007 | Ja Rule | Lil Wayne | Rap | Comments (7)

Rappers Lil Wayne and Ja Rule were both arrested Sunday in separate incidents following Wayne’s concert in New York. They are both out on bond and claiming that the guns found in their cases were not theirs.

Dr. Dre's Daughter Manaj Reality DVD Documentary  July 22, 2007 | Dr. Dre | Rap | Comments (1)

Did you know Dr. Dre’s daughter, Manaj, is a hardcore rapper?  I didn't!  I wonder how he feels about his daughter raping like a hardcore female gang member! Manaj has a new feature length DVD documentary that records her attempt to follow in her father’s footsteps.

Diddy Looking for New Personal Assistant via YouTube  July 16, 2007 | Diddy | R&B | Rap | Comments (4)

Want to work for Diddy?  He's looking for a new personal assistant.  I personally wouldn't want to work for such an arrogant person. He's good as what he does, but his arrogance would get me fired.  I personally would have to check him when he got out of line with me.  But if you want to get into the entertainment industry this maybe your ticket through the door.

Female Rapper Remy Ma Charged with Attempted Murder  July 16, 2007 | Rap | Remy Ma | Comments (1)

Rapper Remy Ma (A.K.A. Remy Smith) is a bad a** chick.  She is charged with attempted murder after a shooting outside a trendy Manhattan nightspot a few days ago.  Police wanted to question her in the shooting of 23 year old Makeda Barnes Joseph early last Saturday after an argument near a bar in the Meatpacking District.

Janet Jackson Signs with Reid's Island Urban  July 16, 2007 | Janet Jackson | Pop | R&B | Comments (0)

Janet Jackson has signed a deal with L.A. Reid's label Reid’s Island Urban where her boyfriend Jermaine Dupri is president.  Jermaine has stated that he will stay in the background while Janet records.  According to Jermaine, "She's on Island, but it's more or less [Reid's] project"

Prince Giving Away His New CD - Plant Earth - for Free  July 11, 2007 | Prince | R&B | Comments (0)

Prince is to give away his new 10-track CD "Planet Earth" album for free with a British tabloid newspaper before its official launch, which is upsetting music retailers. The free CD will be included with an upcoming Mail on Sunday. The album is scheduled to go on sale July 24.  No other artist is known to give any their brand new CD away for free.

KRS-ONE Son Found Dead, Suicide Suspected  July 11, 2007 | Rap | Comments (0)

Rapper KRS-One 23-year-old (Randy Hubbard Parker) son was found dead in his Atlanta apartment last weekend in an apparent suicide.  According to the Fulton County Medical Examiner’s office, Randy Parker died on Friday from a gunshot wound to the head which listed the cause of death was suicide.

Diddy and Kim Porter Split  July 11, 2007 | Diddy | Rap | Comments (1)

After weeks of speculation, Sean "Diddy" Combs announced that he and Kim Porter are no longer a couple.  Kim and Diddy have 3 children together which include twin girls (D'Lila Star and Jessie James) who were born last December.  The couple also has a son named Christian.

Karrine Superhead Steffans Writes Another Tell All Book  July 6, 2007 | Interesting Stuff | Comments (22)

Karrine “Superhead” Steffans is milking it for every dollar she can get.  She now has written a follow-up book to “Confessions of a Video Vixen,” that will tell more of her sexual exploits as a music video girl turn porn actress.  In “Confessions of a Video Vixen”, she recounted her sexual encounters with celebrities such as Jay-Z, Dr. Dre, DMX, Diddy and Shaq.