November 2008 Archives
Real & Chance Have Regrets, "God Dammit, I Miss So Hood"
November 30, 2008 12:03 PM
In this SOHH exclusive, Real and Chance dish about the contestants on their VH1 reality show "Real Chance of Love," discuss their music and reveal what's next with their Stallionaire movement.
Continue reading Real & Chance Have Regrets, "God Dammit, I Miss So Hood".
Common Talks Future, "I Want To Be Doing Shows When I'm 60"
November 29, 2008 6:00 AM
Just a few weeks away from his long-awaited eighth album Universal Mind Control, SOHH got a hold of Common to talk about today's hip-hop, retiring from music and the impact of Barack Obama's presidential run.
Continue reading Common Talks Future, "I Want To Be Doing Shows When I'm 60".
Kanye Projected To Sell 500K In First Week Sales
November 28, 2008 3:32 PM
While reports are still early, mega rap star Kanye West's 808s and Heartbreak is expected to outsell Ludacris' Theater of the Mind by close to 300,000 units.
Continue reading Kanye Projected To Sell 500K In First Week Sales.
Russell Simmons Links W/ Target For Holiday Event
November 28, 2008 6:00 AM
Hip-Hop mogul Russell Simmons has teamed with mega retailer Target for the "Ninth Annual Youth Holiday Party" in New York City next month.
Continue reading Russell Simmons Links W/ Target For Holiday Event.
Jim Jones Declares The Death Of The N-Word, Shawty Lo "Ain't Lil' Flip," 50 Cent Sticks It To Pinky, Eminem "Stans" Out
November 28, 2008 5:30 AM
In this week's Pulse Report the streets are buzzing about Jim Jones burying the "N-word" for Obama, T.I. & Shawty Lo ending their truce with a bang, 50 Cent thinking of new ways to sell records, Eminem penning a new "Stan," and Shawnna auditioning for a new gig.
Continue reading Jim Jones Declares The Death Of The N-Word, Shawty Lo "Ain't Lil' Flip," 50 Cent Sticks It To Pinky, Eminem "Stans" Out.
Jim Jones, Akon, Q-Tip & More Weigh In On What They're Not Thankful For This Thanksgiving
November 27, 2008 7:57 AM
While everyone else is eating turkey and counting their blessings SOHH got some of the biggest names in hip-hop to reveal the things that they are not thankful for this year.
Continue reading Jim Jones, Akon, Q-Tip & More Weigh In On What They're Not Thankful For This Thanksgiving.
Beyonce's "Fierce" Alter Ego Rules The Charts, 112's Slim Goes For Self, Ace Hood Creeps Out The Gutta
November 27, 2008 6:30 AM
In this week's Sales Wrap, Beyonce stands fierce atop the competition at No. 1, Slim from 112 goes for self debuting at No. 32, and newcomer Ace Hood cracks the Top 50.
Continue reading Beyonce's "Fierce" Alter Ego Rules The Charts, 112's Slim Goes For Self, Ace Hood Creeps Out The Gutta.
Young Jeezy On Obama Presidency, "It's Gonna Take Him A Couple Of Years To Get It Right"
November 27, 2008 6:00 AM
Gaining a stellar buzz from his pro-Barack Obama single "My President Is Black," Young Jeezy spoke with SOHH about his realistic interpretation of what the upcoming new administration will mean for Americans.
Continue reading Young Jeezy On Obama Presidency, "It's Gonna Take Him A Couple Of Years To Get It Right".
Man Found Guilty Of Murdering T.I. Associate, Philant Johnson
November 26, 2008 10:00 PM
Hosea Thomas has been found guilty for the May 2006 murder of rap star T.I.'s close friend and assistant Philiant Johnson.
Continue reading Man Found Guilty Of Murdering T.I. Associate, Philant Johnson.
Kanye's Relative Suspected In Mother's Death
November 26, 2008 8:01 PM
A year after the passing of Kanye West's mother, Dr. Donda West, an investigation has begun as a nephew may be responsible for her untimely death.
Continue reading Kanye's Relative Suspected In Mother's Death.
Ludacris Celebrates Album Release W/Jim Jones & Jadakiss, Confirms Shawnna Collabo CD [Video]
November 26, 2008 12:35 PM
Hip-Hop superstar Ludacris helped celebrate the release of his new album, Theater of the Mind, by surprising fans with a star-studded cast of unexpected guests in New York City last night (November 25).
Continue reading Ludacris Celebrates Album Release W/Jim Jones & Jadakiss, Confirms Shawnna Collabo CD [Video].
Beyonce Debuts At No. 1, Sells Over 480K In First Week Sales
November 26, 2008 10:51 AM
Despite her new album I Am...Sasha Fierce leaking weeks before its release, Beyonce has landed at No. 1 on the Billboard Top 200 with over 483,200 sold in her opening week.
Continue reading Beyonce Debuts At No. 1, Sells Over 480K In First Week Sales.
Beyonce Learned Her Lesson, Michael Jackson's Money Problems Revealed, Kanye Is "Very Confident," Whitney Houston Hides Her Funds
November 26, 2008 10:41 AM
Hot off the press this week Michael Jackson is the Prince of Paupers, Beyonce got it from her Mama, Kanye can't stop believing in himself and Whitney Houston won't share.
Continue reading Beyonce Learned Her Lesson, Michael Jackson's Money Problems Revealed, Kanye Is "Very Confident," Whitney Houston Hides Her Funds.
Lil' Boosie Hands Out Toys & Turkeys In Louisiana
November 26, 2008 10:12 AM
Southern rapper Lil' Boosie (born Torrance Hatch) gave back to his hometown residents yesterday (November 26) by hosting a special "Thanksgiving Giveaway" event in Louisiana.
Continue reading Lil' Boosie Hands Out Toys & Turkeys In Louisiana .
Atlantic Records Makes History, Digital Sales Surpass Physical Sales
November 26, 2008 9:46 AM
Atlantic Records has become the first major record label to surpass CD sales by their overwhelming digital sales.
Continue reading Atlantic Records Makes History, Digital Sales Surpass Physical Sales.
Update: Witness Says Prime Suspect Is Innocent In T.I. Associate's Murder
November 25, 2008 5:14 PM
The murder case of rap star T.I.'s friend and assistant Philiant Johnson took an unexpected turn as the prime suspect's girlfriend testified he was not at the scene of the May 2006 shoot-out.
Continue reading Update: Witness Says Prime Suspect Is Innocent In T.I. Associate's Murder.
Akon Performs Free Show For MySpace Top 8
November 25, 2008 3:38 PM
Platinum-selling singer Akon has teamed with MySpace to give fans the chance to see him perform live in New York City for free next week.
Continue reading Akon Performs Free Show For MySpace Top 8.
Shawty Lo's Manager Wants Peace, "I'm Trying To Put Together A Concert W/ Grand Hustle & D4L"
November 25, 2008 12:46 PM
After last night's violent scuffle between T.I.'s PSC/Grand Hustle crew and Shawty Lo's D4L camp went down, SOHH reached out to Lo's manager to find out how the Radio-One Dirty Awards in Atlanta turned into a police shutdown.
Continue reading Shawty Lo's Manager Wants Peace, "I'm Trying To Put Together A Concert W/ Grand Hustle & D4L".
Amy Winehouse Back In The Hospital
November 25, 2008 11:35 AM
Grammy winning singer Amy Winehouse has checked-in to England's London Clinic due to an allergic reaction to medication.
Continue reading Amy Winehouse Back In The Hospital.
Lil' Wayne & T.I. Cancel Joint NY Concert, Weezy Announces "I Am Music" Tour Dates
November 25, 2008 6:30 AM
Hip-Hop superstars Lil' Wayne and T.I. have canceled their highly-anticipated concert together scheduled to take place next month in Rochester, New York.
Continue reading Lil' Wayne & T.I. Cancel Joint NY Concert, Weezy Announces "I Am Music" Tour Dates.
Wyclef Associate, John Forte, Pardoned By President Bush
November 25, 2008 5:00 AM
Incarcerated music producer John Forte has been given a rare pardon by President George W. Bush allowing him to be released from his 14 year prison sentence beginning next month.
Continue reading Wyclef Associate, John Forte, Pardoned By President Bush .
Kanye West, T.I. & Shawty Lo
November 25, 2008 12:00 AM
As the old saying goes, a picture is worth a thousand words. For Caption Diss, SOHH is asking you, the reader, to tell us what those words are...just keep it short. The person who coins the wittiest caption wins.
Continue reading Kanye West, T.I. & Shawty Lo.
Update: R. Kelly's Nephew Charged W/ Attempted Murder In Robbery Case
November 24, 2008 5:29 PM
R. Kelly's 16 year-old nephew has been charged with attempted murder stemming from a failed robbery that took place earlier this month right outside of Chicago.
Continue reading Update: R. Kelly's Nephew Charged W/ Attempted Murder In Robbery Case.
Q-Tip Gets Surprise Visit By Prince, "He Just Took My Musician's Guitar & Hopped On Stage"
November 24, 2008 1:58 PM
During a recent show at in Las Vegas Q-Tip fans were treated to an impromptu performance by Prince. SOHH caught up with the rapper to hear his reaction and to see if he has plans to collaborate with Prince in the future.
Continue reading Q-Tip Gets Surprise Visit By Prince, "He Just Took My Musician's Guitar & Hopped On Stage".
Jimmy Iovine Explains "Detox" Delay, "I Lost Dr. Dre To Eminem"
November 24, 2008 11:12 AM
Interscope head Jimmy Iovine has come forward to explain the delay of Dr. Dre's highly anticipated, upcoming album.
Continue reading Jimmy Iovine Explains "Detox" Delay, "I Lost Dr. Dre To Eminem".
Travis Barker Files $25K Suit Over Plane Crash
November 24, 2008 9:37 AM
Travis Barker has filed a $25,000 negligence lawsuit against the companies responsible for his September jet crash.
Continue reading Travis Barker Files $25K Suit Over Plane Crash.
Chris Brown Wins Big At The AMAs, Kanye Dedicates Award To Lil' Wayne [Video]
November 24, 2008 9:20 AM
Kanye West, Alicia Keys, Rihanna and Chris Brown walked away with trophies at the fifth annual American Music Awards last night (November 23) in California.
Continue reading Chris Brown Wins Big At The AMAs, Kanye Dedicates Award To Lil' Wayne [Video].
Ludacris Not Worried About Dropping The Same Day As Kanye, "He's Going A Different Direction"
November 23, 2008 6:00 AM
Two of Def Jam's biggest hip-hop artists will both be dropping new albums on Monday, (November 24). SOHH recently caught up with Ludacris to find out how he feels about going head to head with Kanye West.
Continue reading Ludacris Not Worried About Dropping The Same Day As Kanye, "He's Going A Different Direction".
BREAKING: MC Breed Dies At 36
November 22, 2008 8:00 PM
Eric Breed, the Midwest rapper known as MC Breed, was found dead today after suffering kidney failure.
Continue reading BREAKING: MC Breed Dies At 36.
SOHH Exclusive: Ron Browz On T-Pain Diss, "For Somebody Using Auto-Tune Wrong, I Made A Hit Record"
November 22, 2008 6:00 AM
With his mega hit record "Pop Champagne" continuing to explode on radio stations across the nation, SOHH sat down with Ron Browz to find out what's next for the producer-turned-singer.
Continue reading SOHH Exclusive: Ron Browz On T-Pain Diss, "For Somebody Using Auto-Tune Wrong, I Made A Hit Record".
Kanye Reveals "Heartbreak" On MySpace
November 21, 2008 5:22 PM
Mega rap star Kanye West has decided to link up with MySpace Music to give fans the opportunity to hear his entire new album 808s & Heartbreak three days before it hits stores.
Continue reading Kanye Reveals "Heartbreak" On MySpace.
T.I. Testifies, Recalls Bloody Details In Philant Johnson Murder Trial [Video]
November 21, 2008 12:23 PM
Hip-Hop superstar T.I. has come forward to testify about the events that took place on the night his friend and assistant Philiant Johnson was murdered in May 2006.
Continue reading T.I. Testifies, Recalls Bloody Details In Philant Johnson Murder Trial [Video].
Remy Ma Wants Out Of Jail, Lawyer Files Appeal
November 21, 2008 11:53 AM
An attorney for incarcerated New York rapper Remy Ma has filed an appeal requesting to have her eight year prison sentence dropped.
Continue reading Remy Ma Wants Out Of Jail, Lawyer Files Appeal.
Nas, Ghostface & Others Auction Off Memorabilia In Honor Of Phife & J Dilla
November 21, 2008 11:03 AM
Nas, Ghostface Killah, De La Soul, Redman and Method Man are among the many rap heavyweights participating in Rock The Bell's charity auction, starting next month.
Continue reading Nas, Ghostface & Others Auction Off Memorabilia In Honor Of Phife & J Dilla.
Jim Jones Blames Dipset's Demise On Cam'ron's Ego, Kanye Equates Hip-Hop To High School, 50 Cent Strikes A Pose, Damon Dash "Bugging Out?"
November 21, 2008 10:25 AM
In this week's Pulse Report the streets are buzzing about Jim Jones taking credit for 15 years of hip-hop fashion, while mocking Jay-Z, Kanye West calling out hip-hop for being childish, Dame Dash losing more than his money, 50 Cent's new XXL cover and Ludacris burying the hatchet with Oprah.
Continue reading Jim Jones Blames Dipset's Demise On Cam'ron's Ego, Kanye Equates Hip-Hop To High School, 50 Cent Strikes A Pose, Damon Dash "Bugging Out?".
Alicia Keys & John Legend Tapped To Perform At CNN "Heroes" Tribute
November 21, 2008 9:38 AM
R&B superstars Alicia Keys and John Legend have been chosen to perform at "CNN Heroes: An All-Star Tribute" set to air next week.
Continue reading Alicia Keys & John Legend Tapped To Perform At CNN "Heroes" Tribute.
The Roots Survive Bus Crash, "We Are Happy To Be Alive"
November 20, 2008 4:54 PM
Hip-Hop group The Roots are alive and well, after experiencing a near fatal tour bus crash while traveling throughout Paris, France last night (November 19).
Continue reading The Roots Survive Bus Crash, "We Are Happy To Be Alive".
Lyrics Land Rapper In Prison Over Shooting Case
November 20, 2008 11:45 AM
Up-and-coming Dublin, Georgia rapper Rico Todriquez Wright has been sentenced to 20 years behind bars after indirectly confessing to a 2006 shooting via a rap song.
Continue reading Lyrics Land Rapper In Prison Over Shooting Case.
50 Cent To Star In New British Gangster Flick
November 20, 2008 9:20 AM
Hip-Hop superstar 50 Cent has been tagged to star in the upcoming UK film, Dead Man Running , which will be directed by the same man responsible for the highly successful video game, Grand Theft Auto 2.
Continue reading 50 Cent To Star In New British Gangster Flick.
Jadakiss Premieres New Tracks, Greets Fans In NYC Record Stores
November 20, 2008 6:00 AM
D-Block's Jadakiss will be giving fans an opportunity to hear new songs from his upcoming album The Last Kiss as he hits stores with the two-day "Jadakiss NYC Retail Tour" beginning today (November 20).
Continue reading Jadakiss Premieres New Tracks, Greets Fans In NYC Record Stores.
T-Pain Shows Off His Ringz, Christina Aguilera Celbrates The Perfect 10, Q-Tip Falls Back
November 20, 2008 6:00 AM
In this week's Sales Wrap, T-Pain debuts with the top hip-hop and R&B album at No. 4, Christina Aguilera reminds fans of her best hits, T.I.'s trail stops at No. 10, Q-Tip takes a tumble.
Continue reading T-Pain Shows Off His Ringz, Christina Aguilera Celbrates The Perfect 10, Q-Tip Falls Back.
Taco Bell Bites Back At 50 Cent Over $4 Mil Suit
November 20, 2008 5:50 AM
Months after rap star 50 Cent sued Taco Bell for their unauthorized usage of his name in their national campaign, the company has responded by attempting to use his persona against him.
Continue reading Taco Bell Bites Back At 50 Cent Over $4 Mil Suit.
T.I. Associate Philant Johnson's Murder Trial Begins, Witness Points Finger At Brother
November 19, 2008 5:28 PM
Opening statements by prosecutors in a case involving the murder of T.I.'s assistant and close friend, Philant Johnson, began today (November 19) in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Continue reading T.I. Associate Philant Johnson's Murder Trial Begins, Witness Points Finger At Brother.
New Beyonce CD "Flying Off The Shelf," Projected To Debut At No. 1
November 19, 2008 4:47 PM
Beyonce Knowles' new album, I Am... Sasha Fierce, is on track to debut at number one on the albums sales chart next week.
Continue reading New Beyonce CD "Flying Off The Shelf," Projected To Debut At No. 1.
Suge Knight Cries Foul, Blames Cops For Missing Bling
November 19, 2008 1:46 PM
Just over a week after filing a lawsuit against rap star Kanye West over a missing diamond stud earring, Suge Knight is now blaming California authorities for another case of stolen jewelry.
Continue reading Suge Knight Cries Foul, Blames Cops For Missing Bling.
T-Pains Rings In 167K In First Week Sales Numbers
November 19, 2008 11:10 AM
After making a strong radio buzz with a handful of smash singles, T-Pain's new album Thr33 Ringz landed at No. 4 on the Billboard Top 200, with over 167,700 copies sold in its first week.
Continue reading T-Pains Rings In 167K In First Week Sales Numbers.
Beyonce Likes It "Spicy," Diddy Sports A Baldie, Dallas Austin Doesn't Do Housewives, No Piece for Don Cornelius
November 19, 2008 11:00 AM
Hot off the press this week Diddy waxes off, no more love or peace for "Soul Train" host Don Cornelius, Dallas Austin ditches his Atlanta Housewife and Beyonce has a hankering for hot sauce... and honey buns.
Continue reading Beyonce Likes It "Spicy," Diddy Sports A Baldie, Dallas Austin Doesn't Do Housewives, No Piece for Don Cornelius.
Jay-Z Talks Beyonce Marriage On Debut Angie Martinez BET Special [Video]
November 19, 2008 10:00 AM
Making the move from hit radio personality to on-screen host with her upcoming BET television special, "The Angie Martinez Show," SOHH caught up with the "Voice of New York" to find out what the program will offer.
Continue reading Jay-Z Talks Beyonce Marriage On Debut Angie Martinez BET Special [Video].
Update: Michael Jackson Calls Out Sick In $7 Mil Lawsuit
November 19, 2008 9:12 AM
Michael Jackson may be able to avoid traveling overseas to testify in a London court for a $7 million lawsuit thast was recently filed against him.
Continue reading Update: Michael Jackson Calls Out Sick In $7 Mil Lawsuit.
The Alchemist Explains Why He's Called "Muffler Lung"
November 18, 2008 5:20 PM
It's been four years since he dropped his debut album but today The Alchemist released a brand new EP. In this SOHH exclusive we talk to the famed hip-hop producer about his experience on Method Man and Redman's "Still High" Tour, his extreme lung capacity and the digital-only release of The Alchemist's Cookbook.
Continue reading The Alchemist Explains Why He's Called "Muffler Lung".
T.I. Expected To Testify In Philant Johnson Murder Trial
November 18, 2008 2:53 PM
[Editor's note: this story has been updated as more information has become available]
Hip-Hop superstar T.I. is expected to testify in a Cincinnati court on Friday (November 21) about the events that took place on the night his close friend and assistant, Philant Johnson, was murdered.
Continue reading T.I. Expected To Testify In Philant Johnson Murder Trial .
Whoo Kid Challenges Competitors For Air Waves Award, "No One Can Defeat My Natural Humor"
November 18, 2008 1:10 PM
With the voting process for the 2008 Online Hip-Hop Awards closing in a few short days, SOHH caught up with DJ Whoo Kid and DJ Drama, two of the finalists in the Air Waves DJ Award category to find out why they should take home the honors.
Continue reading Whoo Kid Challenges Competitors For Air Waves Award, "No One Can Defeat My Natural Humor".
Update: Circuit City Short Circuits, Closes 150 More Branches
November 18, 2008 12:10 PM
A week after filing for bankruptcy protection, mega retailer Circuit City is expected to close an additional 150 stores in the upcoming months.
Continue reading Update: Circuit City Short Circuits, Closes 150 More Branches.
Plies Makes NY Debut, Plans Free Concert
November 18, 2008 10:47 AM
Certified gold-selling Southern rapper Plies is set to make his first New York City appearance later this month.
Continue reading Plies Makes NY Debut, Plans Free Concert.
Wu-Tang Steps Into New Deal W/ Fila
November 18, 2008 9:14 AM
Wu-Tang Clan have re-linked with mega sportswear company Fila to offer fans the "Wu-Tang Weathertech" boot for the winter.
Continue reading Wu-Tang Steps Into New Deal W/ Fila .
Snoop Dogg & Kid Rock
November 18, 2008 12:00 AM
As the old saying goes, a picture is worth a thousand words. For Caption Diss SOHH is asking you, the reader, to tell us what those words are...just keep it short. The person who coins the wittiest caption wins.
Continue reading Snoop Dogg & Kid Rock.
T.I.'s Cop Commercial Brings Criticism From Bang Bang Boogie Members
November 17, 2008 5:31 PM
Bang Bang Boogie members Mysonne, Lord Tariq, and Cuban Link, weigh in on T.I.'s "Crime Stoppers" PSA where the King of the South tells others to call the cops when they see crime.
Continue reading T.I.'s Cop Commercial Brings Criticism From Bang Bang Boogie Members.
50 Cent Defends Album Push Back, "'Get Up' Is Actually Performing Better At Radio Than 'I Get Money'"
November 17, 2008 5:25 PM
During a recent press conference that SOHH took part in, 50 Cent took time out to address why his new album was pushed back to 2009 and fired back at Donald Trump for dissing his MTV reality competition, "The Money and The Power."
Continue reading 50 Cent Defends Album Push Back, "'Get Up' Is Actually Performing Better At Radio Than 'I Get Money'".
Michael Jackson Hit W/ $7 Mil Lawsuit For Failure To Deliver Album
November 17, 2008 1:15 PM
Michael Jackson found himself in court again today (November 17) over a $7 million lawsuit on claims alleging he took advanced money on an album and autobiography he never completed.
Continue reading Michael Jackson Hit W/ $7 Mil Lawsuit For Failure To Deliver Album.
Urban Music Awards Shut Down Due To Stabbing, 3 Men Injured
November 17, 2008 11:16 AM
Nearly 48 hours since the United Kingdom's sixth annual Urban Music Awards was abruptly shut down after a man was stabbed, audience members have come forward to speak on the night's tragedy.
Continue reading Urban Music Awards Shut Down Due To Stabbing, 3 Men Injured.
Snoop Dogg's Mansion In Path Of Wildfire, Fam Forced To Evacuate
November 17, 2008 10:47 AM
Platinum-selling rapper Snoop Dogg has been forced to evacuate his family from their Southern California house due to a wildfire currently spreading throughout the area.
Continue reading Snoop Dogg's Mansion In Path Of Wildfire, Fam Forced To Evacuate.
Suge Knight Charged W/ Beating Girlfriend, Drug Possession
November 17, 2008 9:30 AM
Former Death Row big wig Suge Knight has been charged with three felony and misdemeanor charges stemming from a physical confrontation with his girlfriend last summer.
Continue reading Suge Knight Charged W/ Beating Girlfriend, Drug Possession.
Chamillionaire "Realistic" About New Album, "I Gotta Hit A Home Run Or I Probably Won't Be Doing This [Anymore]"
November 16, 2008 6:00 AM
On the eve of the release of the "Mixtape Messiah 5," SOHH caught up with Chamillionaire to talk about his upcoming major label album, Venom, and why it may be his last.
Continue reading Chamillionaire "Realistic" About New Album, "I Gotta Hit A Home Run Or I Probably Won't Be Doing This [Anymore]".
Young Jeezy Helps "Put On" Food Drive In Dallas
November 15, 2008 6:00 AM
Continue reading Young Jeezy Helps "Put On" Food Drive In Dallas.
Ghostface Links W/ Lil' Wayne, Pusha T & More For Compilation Album
November 15, 2008 6:00 AM
Wu-Tang Clan's Ghostface Killah is set to return to shelves next month with GhostDeini the Great, offering fans a collection of new songs and unreleased remixes.
Continue reading Ghostface Links W/ Lil' Wayne, Pusha T & More For Compilation Album.
Obama Logs On, Plans Weekly YouTube Messages To The American Public
November 14, 2008 5:47 PM
Continue reading Obama Logs On, Plans Weekly YouTube Messages To The American Public .
Lil' Wayne's "Dedication 3" Hits The Net A Day Late
November 14, 2008 2:18 PM
Continue reading Lil' Wayne's "Dedication 3" Hits The Net A Day Late.
Kanye West Arrested In UK For Paparazzi Abuse, Set Free After Investigation
November 14, 2008 11:07 AM
Continue reading Kanye West Arrested In UK For Paparazzi Abuse, Set Free After Investigation.
50 Cent Waits To "Self Destruct," Album Pushed Back To '09
November 14, 2008 10:30 AM
Continue reading 50 Cent Waits To "Self Destruct," Album Pushed Back To '09.
Damon Dash "Broke," Judge Orders Vehicle To Be Revoked
November 14, 2008 10:25 AM
Former Roc-A-Fella Records big wig Damon Dash has been issued an order from a Manhattan judge requesting the seizure of his vehicle.
Continue reading Damon Dash "Broke," Judge Orders Vehicle To Be Revoked.
Lil' Wayne Is A MAD Man, Kanye "Pops" Off At The Mouth, 50 Cent Trumped By The Donald, Dame Dash - A "Chronic" Liar
November 14, 2008 9:23 AM
In this week's Pulse Report the streets are buzzing about Lil' Wayne throwing a few curve balls before the release of "Dedication 3," Dame Dash co-signing Jim Jones' next album as a classic like Reasonable Doubt, Donald Trump serving 50 Cent a dose of reality,Tony Yayo putting out a warning to Young Buck and The Game and Kanye West relishing the underdog role.
Continue reading Lil' Wayne Is A MAD Man, Kanye "Pops" Off At The Mouth, 50 Cent Trumped By The Donald, Dame Dash - A "Chronic" Liar.
50 Cent To "Spike" Up Video Game Awards Show
November 14, 2008 6:00 AM
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Bump J Busted On Bank Robbery Charges
November 13, 2008 8:24 PM
Continue reading Bump J Busted On Bank Robbery Charges.
Update: Rapper Withdraws Restraining Order Against Shaq
November 13, 2008 1:00 PM
After nearly three months since placing a restraining order on NBA superstar Shaquille O'Neal, Atlanta rapper Alexis Miller has withdrawn her request.
Continue reading Update: Rapper Withdraws Restraining Order Against Shaq.
Rihanna Cancels Performance In Indonesia
November 13, 2008 12:00 PM
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Jim Jones Ditches Katt Williams For Mike Epps, Delivers "Real Hard Christmas Music" For The Holiday Season
November 13, 2008 10:30 AM
In this SOHH Exclusive Dipset Capo Jim Jones talks about his new partnership with funny man Mike Epps and their upcoming Christmas compilation and comedy special.
Continue reading Jim Jones Ditches Katt Williams For Mike Epps, Delivers "Real Hard Christmas Music" For The Holiday Season.
Diddy Makes Guest Appearance On CSI
November 13, 2008 10:20 AM
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Kanye Speaks On Mother's Passing, Feelings Of Isolation
November 13, 2008 10:15 AM
Continue reading Kanye Speaks On Mother's Passing, Feelings Of Isolation.
50 Cent, Beyonce & Mariah Carey To Rock "TRL" One Last Time
November 13, 2008 6:00 AM
Continue reading 50 Cent, Beyonce & Mariah Carey To Rock "TRL" One Last Time.
T.I. "Trails" John Legend, Q-Tip's Return Just Misses The Top 10, Lil' Wayne Benefits From A Baby Bump
November 13, 2008 6:00 AM
In this week's Sales Wrap, John Legend's album sales continue to hit a high note, T.I. is hot on his trail, Q-Tip makes his long-awaited return and Lil' Wayne receives a bump in chart position.
Continue reading T.I. "Trails" John Legend, Q-Tip's Return Just Misses The Top 10, Lil' Wayne Benefits From A Baby Bump.
Kanye's "808s & Heartbreak" Leaks
November 12, 2008 4:07 PM
With almost two weeks left until the official release date, Kanye West's fourth album, 808s & Heartbreak has leaked to the internet.
Continue reading Kanye's "808s & Heartbreak" Leaks .
Former "Gs to Gents" Contestents Busted
November 12, 2008 12:44 PM
Two contestants from the popular Jamie Foxx MTV reality show "From G's to Gents" recently found themselves behind bars.
Continue reading Former "Gs to Gents" Contestents Busted.
Timbaland Helps Bring "Vinyl" To The Big Screen
November 12, 2008 12:00 PM
Continue reading Timbaland Helps Bring "Vinyl" To The Big Screen.
Suge Knight Sues Kanye Over Party Shootout, Robbery
November 12, 2008 10:10 AM
Continue reading Suge Knight Sues Kanye Over Party Shootout, Robbery.
Live Nation Ready To Compete W/ iTunes
November 12, 2008 9:50 AM
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Mariah Carey Says No To Nick Cannon, T-Pain Sick Of Talkin' Bout Lil' Wayne, Diddy Goes Diva, Aguilera Calls Lady Gaga A Man
November 12, 2008 8:00 AM
Hot off the press this week Mariah and Nick stayed pure 'til marriage, Christina Aguilera has been hiding under a rock, T-Pain gets MAD at the media, and Diddy shows off his diva side.
Continue reading Mariah Carey Says No To Nick Cannon, T-Pain Sick Of Talkin' Bout Lil' Wayne, Diddy Goes Diva, Aguilera Calls Lady Gaga A Man.
OHHA "Artist to Watch" Noms Speak On Why They Should Win
November 12, 2008 6:00 AM
In this exclusive, SOHH sizes up the competition in the "Artist To Watch" category for the 2008 Online Hip-Hop Awards.
Continue reading OHHA "Artist to Watch" Noms Speak On Why They Should Win.
Jay-Z's "Blueprint 3" Coming in February '09 Says Kanye
November 11, 2008 4:15 PM
Continue reading Jay-Z's "Blueprint 3" Coming in February '09 Says Kanye.
Kanye Looks To The Snowman For Inspiration, Asks "What Would Jeezy Do?"
November 11, 2008 4:00 PM
Today as he leaked the Young Jeezy assisted, "Amazing," Kanye West admitted that the Snowman inspired many of the songs on his upcoming album, 808s & Heartbreak.
Continue reading Kanye Looks To The Snowman For Inspiration, Asks "What Would Jeezy Do?".
Eminem's New Project Still Under Construction
November 11, 2008 1:34 PM
Hip-Hop superstar Eminem's long awaited upcoming album Relapse may possibly be pushed into 2009.
Continue reading Eminem's New Project Still Under Construction.
MTV Re-Ups "Dances From Tha Hood" Series W/ 80s Twist
November 11, 2008 11:14 AM
Continue reading MTV Re-Ups "Dances From Tha Hood" Series W/ 80s Twist.
Will Smith's Son Tapped For "Karate Kid" Re-Make
November 11, 2008 10:08 AM
Will Smith's son Jaden, has been chosen to star in the upcoming 1984 re-make of The Karate Kid.
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Beyonce Teams With MySpace For Exclusive Album Preview
November 11, 2008 6:00 AM
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Bow Wow
November 11, 2008 12:00 AM
As the old saying goes, a picture is worth a thousand words. For Caption Diss SOHH is asking you, the reader, to tell us what those words are...just keep it short. The person who coins the wittiest caption wins.
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Akon Steps Aside For Protege T-Pain, "I'm Never Gonna Jump In Front Of His Shine"
November 10, 2008 3:50 PM
With the release of T-Pain's third studio album, Thr33 Ringz, tomorrow SOHH caught up with the self-proclaimed ringleader's label head Akon, to find out how he feels about being surpassed by his protégé.
Continue reading Akon Steps Aside For Protege T-Pain, "I'm Never Gonna Jump In Front Of His Shine".
Breaking News: Man Accused Of Murdering Jennifer Hudson's Family Denied Parole
November 10, 2008 11:28 AM
Continue reading Breaking News: Man Accused Of Murdering Jennifer Hudson's Family Denied Parole.
Beyonce Bids For Wonder Woman Role
November 10, 2008 11:00 AM
R&B superstar Beyonce has begun early talks of hitting the big screen as iconic heroine beauty, Wonder Woman.
Continue reading Beyonce Bids For Wonder Woman Role.
Circuit City Files For Bankruptcy
November 10, 2008 10:30 AM
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Suspect In Jennifer Hudson Family Massacre May Be Set Free, Girlfriend Says He Is Guilty
November 10, 2008 6:00 AM
Continue reading Suspect In Jennifer Hudson Family Massacre May Be Set Free, Girlfriend Says He Is Guilty.
Akon, T-Pain, Jim Jones & Others Talk Super Groups, Promise To Deliver Collabo Discs
November 9, 2008 3:42 PM
From the hyped Lil' Wayne and Juelz Santana connection, to the super group consisting of Kanye West, Pharrell Williams and Lupe Fiasco, hip-hop is full of potential collabo projects that never materialize. In this exclusive, SOHH examines the complicated world of collabo albums.
Continue reading Akon, T-Pain, Jim Jones & Others Talk Super Groups, Promise To Deliver Collabo Discs.
Soulja Boy Forced To Step Up His Game, "I Started Hopping On Songs W/ Juelz & Gucci & They Just Killing Me"
November 9, 2008 6:00 AM
Continue reading Soulja Boy Forced To Step Up His Game, "I Started Hopping On Songs W/ Juelz & Gucci & They Just Killing Me".
The Nominees For Blogger Of the Year State Their Claim
November 8, 2008 6:00 AM
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R. Kelly's Nephew Shot During Failed Robbery Attempt
November 7, 2008 5:43 PM
R. Kelly's 15 year-old nephew has attained gun shot wounds stemming from a botched robbery yesterday (November 6) in a Chicago barbershop.
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Wendy Williams' Co-Host Says Shock Jock Was Targeted, "I Feel Like There Was A Red Dot On The Show"
November 7, 2008 1:31 PM
Less than 24 hours from when Wendy Williams publicly announced the firings of key members from her popular "The Wendy Williams Experience" radio show, former co-host Charlamagne Tha God spoke with SOHH about the aftermath.
Continue reading Wendy Williams' Co-Host Says Shock Jock Was Targeted, "I Feel Like There Was A Red Dot On The Show".
Lil' Wayne Appears In AZ Court For Drug & Weapons Case
November 7, 2008 11:53 AM
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Katt Williams Busted On Gun Charges Again, Barely Makes It To NYC Performace
November 7, 2008 11:26 AM
Comedian Katt Williams just made it to his sold out show at New York City's Carnegie Hall yesterday (November 6) night after he was arrested earlier in the day and briefly imprisoned on gun charges.
Continue reading Katt Williams Busted On Gun Charges Again, Barely Makes It To NYC Performace.
Lupe Still Talkin' Ish About Obama, The Game "Dont Like Cocky Rappers" Like Jay-Z, Kanye Gets Animated On 50 Cent, Ludacris Prepares For "Heartbreak"
November 7, 2008 9:55 AM
In this week's Pulse Report the streets are buzzing about Lupe Fiasco raining on Barack Obama's party, The Game's love/hate relationship with Jay-Z, Kanye West one upping 50 Cent again and Ludacris setting the stage for a SoundScan battle with the Louis Vuitton Don.
Continue reading Lupe Still Talkin' Ish About Obama, The Game "Dont Like Cocky Rappers" Like Jay-Z, Kanye Gets Animated On 50 Cent, Ludacris Prepares For "Heartbreak".
Lil' Wayne, 50 Cent & Nas Bid Farewell To "Rap City"
November 7, 2008 6:00 AM
Continue reading Lil' Wayne, 50 Cent & Nas Bid Farewell To "Rap City" .
Jamie Foxx Links W/ T.I., Ne-Yo & The-Dream For Sophomore Set
November 7, 2008 5:55 AM
Academy Award winner Jamie Foxx will be heading back to the studio to prepare the release of his upcoming album Intuition, set to drop this winter.
Continue reading Jamie Foxx Links W/ T.I., Ne-Yo & The-Dream For Sophomore Set.
Wendy Williams Show Shake Up, Co-Host & Production Staff Fired
November 6, 2008 6:20 PM
Continue reading Wendy Williams Show Shake Up, Co-Host & Production Staff Fired.
B-Real "Smokes" W/ Snoop Dogg & Damian Marley On Solo Joint
November 6, 2008 2:55 PM
Cypress Hill frontman B-Real is prepping the release of his upcoming solo debut Smoke N Mirrors, set to drop this winter.
Continue reading B-Real "Smokes" W/ Snoop Dogg & Damian Marley On Solo Joint .
Beyonce Offers To Sing At Obama's Inauguration
November 6, 2008 12:54 PM
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Jay-Z, Common & Busta Rhymes Record Tracks Celebrating Obama's Victory
November 6, 2008 11:35 AM
Continue reading Jay-Z, Common & Busta Rhymes Record Tracks Celebrating Obama's Victory .
Mos Def Follows In Kanyes' Footsteps, Wanted For Busting Photographer's Camera
November 6, 2008 6:05 AM
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John Legend "Evolves" Into The Top 5, T.I. Goes Platinum, Jon B Fails To Break Into The Top 100
November 6, 2008 6:00 AM
Continue reading John Legend "Evolves" Into The Top 5, T.I. Goes Platinum, Jon B Fails To Break Into The Top 100.
50 Cent Heavily Involved In MTV Reality Show, Promises One Contestant
November 6, 2008 6:00 AM
Tonight, 50 Cent will debut his new reality competition "The Money and the Power" on MTV. SOHH caught up with one of the contestants to find out what we can expect from the show.
Continue reading 50 Cent Heavily Involved In MTV Reality Show, Promises One Contestant .
Havoc Says Prodigy's "Health Is Good," Despite Claims By Noreaga
November 5, 2008 4:52 PM
With Prodigy behind bars, SOHH caught up with his partner in rhyme Havoc to discuss rumors of P's failing health and his current relationship with 50 Cent and G-Unit Records.
Continue reading Havoc Says Prodigy's "Health Is Good," Despite Claims By Noreaga.
The Alchemist Heads To The Kitchen W/ Snoop & Jadakiss, Cooks Up Mini EP
November 5, 2008 2:12 PM
Frequent Mobb Deep producer The Alchemist is getting ready to stir up some new tracks for fans as he prepares the release of his upcoming EP, The Alchemist's Cookbook.
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"Rize" Makers "Clowned," Hit W/ Breach Of Contract Lawsuit
November 5, 2008 1:25 PM
Krown Towers has sued the creators behind 2005's West Coast dance-based documentary Rize for $30,000 claiming the company never received an agreed upon share of profits.
Continue reading "Rize" Makers "Clowned," Hit W/ Breach Of Contract Lawsuit.
Diddy, Kanye, Usher & Others React To Obama Win
November 5, 2008 11:00 AM
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Snoop Dogg Re-Ups W/ E!, Preps Season Two Of "Father Hood"
November 5, 2008 10:55 AM
West Coast rap veteran Snoop Dogg will be returning to television with another season of his hit reality series "Snoop Dogg's Father Hood" debuting at the end of the month.
Continue reading Snoop Dogg Re-Ups W/ E!, Preps Season Two Of "Father Hood" .
Kelis Caught On Tape W/ Another Man?, New Winehouse Tunes "Sensational," Keri Hilson Debut Pushed To '09, Chilli "Too Spicy" For VH1
November 5, 2008 10:04 AM
Hot off the press this week Keri Hilson gets pushed back again, Chilli hits the reality show meat market, Amy Winehouse hits a HIGH note and Kelis allegedly gets caught on camera creeping.
Continue reading Kelis Caught On Tape W/ Another Man?, New Winehouse Tunes "Sensational," Keri Hilson Debut Pushed To '09, Chilli "Too Spicy" For VH1.
Breaking News: Barack Obama Elected The 44th President Of the United States
November 4, 2008 11:53 PM
Continue reading Breaking News: Barack Obama Elected The 44th President Of the United States.
Update: Former Motown Head, Jheryl Busby, Dead At 59
November 4, 2008 6:02 PM
[Editors Note: this story has been updated as more information has become available]
While details are still developing, it has been confirmed that former Motown president/CEO Jheryl Busby passed away today (November 4) in his Malibu, California home.
Continue reading Update: Former Motown Head, Jheryl Busby, Dead At 59.
SOHH Exclusive: Hip-Hop Heavyweights Pray For An Obama Win, Reveal Election Night Plans [Video]
November 4, 2008 3:19 PM
Today people around the country will be casting their votes for the 2008 presidential election. SOHH asked some of hip-hop's biggest stars, including Fat Joe, Scarface, Q-Tip and Bun B to divulge their plans for today's historic Election Day.
Continue reading SOHH Exclusive: Hip-Hop Heavyweights Pray For An Obama Win, Reveal Election Night Plans [Video].
Update: Jennifer Hudson Lays Family To Rest During Private Funeral, Gains Support From Oprah & Queen Latifah
November 4, 2008 1:37 PM
Still coming to terms with the murder of family, Jennifer Hudson attended a private funeral service in Chicago on Monday (November 3) for her mother, brother and nephew.
Continue reading Update: Jennifer Hudson Lays Family To Rest During Private Funeral, Gains Support From Oprah & Queen Latifah.
T.I. Urges Fans One Last Time To "Go Vote"
November 4, 2008 12:00 PM
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50 Cent Goes Green, Helps Bette Midler's NY Restoration Project
November 4, 2008 10:19 AM
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The Game Adds Kevin Connolly To His Entourage, Actor Pegged To Direct Rapper's New Vid
November 4, 2008 9:37 AM
Continue reading The Game Adds Kevin Connolly To His Entourage, Actor Pegged To Direct Rapper's New Vid.
Alfamega
November 4, 2008 12:00 AM
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Q-Tip's Election-Day Release Echoes Obama's Message
November 3, 2008 4:26 PM
As Senator Barack Obama concludes his run for the White House, Q-Tip will deliver his own message of change to the public in the form of his new album, The Renaissance. In this SOHH Exclusive, Tip talks about dropping his new LP on Election Day.
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Jay-Z, Diddy & Mary J. Blige "Promote The Vote" In Philly
November 3, 2008 1:57 PM
Continue reading Jay-Z, Diddy & Mary J. Blige "Promote The Vote" In Philly.
Jennifer Hudson Family Honored At Public Memorial
November 3, 2008 11:44 AM
Coming out to express their support and sorrow for the slaying of Jennifer Hudson's family, both friends and family attended a public memorial service in Chicago over the weekend.
Continue reading Jennifer Hudson Family Honored At Public Memorial .
Ludacris' "RocknRolla" Fails To Rock Box Office
November 3, 2008 9:42 AM
Continue reading Ludacris' "RocknRolla" Fails To Rock Box Office.
Styles P Plays Nutritionist On New DVD, Plans On Going Out to Hollywood
November 3, 2008 6:00 AM
Continue reading Styles P Plays Nutritionist On New DVD, Plans On Going Out to Hollywood.
Plies Questions Lyrical MC's Sincerity, "You Can't Find A Dude Great W/ Words That's 100% Truthful"
November 2, 2008 6:00 AM
Continue reading Plies Questions Lyrical MC's Sincerity, "You Can't Find A Dude Great W/ Words That's 100% Truthful".
Update: Def Jam Exec Shakir Stewart's Suicide Confirmed
November 1, 2008 8:39 PM
[Editor's Note: This story has been updated as more information has become available]
SOHH has learned that Shakir Stewart - the record label big hired as executive vice president of Def Jam Recordings after Jay-Z's departure - was found dead today (November 1) of a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
Continue reading Update: Def Jam Exec Shakir Stewart's Suicide Confirmed.
The Cool Kids Speak On Upcoming Tour W/ Q-Tip
November 1, 2008 6:00 AM
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