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Chris Brown Sprays Lil Wayne, Game & Swizz Beatz Onto "Graffiti" LP

November 6, 2009 5:30 PM

Chris Brown's Graffiti album track listing has landed online today (November 6) and shows guest appearances by Lil Wayne, Game, Swizz Beatz and more.

Continue reading Chris Brown Sprays Lil Wayne, Game & Swizz Beatz Onto "Graffiti" LP.

Nas' "Illmatic" To Land On Bookshelves, Writers Reflect On Rapper's Debut LP

November 6, 2009 4:00 PM

Grammy-nominated rapper Nas' Illmatic will land in a textual form next month with writer Michael Eric Dyson and Sohail Daulatzai's release of Born To Use Mics, a break-down of the New York emcee's debut album.

Continue reading Nas' "Illmatic" To Land On Bookshelves, Writers Reflect On Rapper's Debut LP.

Rakim Respects Jay-Z's "G.O.A.T." Honors, "I Think It's Only Right"

November 6, 2009 3:00 PM

Rap pioneer Rakim recently shared his thoughts on Jay-Z being a popular candidate for the "Greatest Rapper Of All-Time" title and how Hov's success is a key sign of his talent.

Continue reading Rakim Respects Jay-Z's "G.O.A.T." Honors, "I Think It's Only Right".

Hot Boys' B.G. Arrested On Felony Gun Charge

November 6, 2009 2:29 PM

Former Cash Money Records' artist Chris "B.G." Dorsey was reportedly arrested this week in New Orleans on a felony gun charge after being pulled over by local police.

Continue reading Hot Boys' B.G. Arrested On Felony Gun Charge.

Rihanna Recalls Chris Brown Dispute, "I Caught Him In A Lie & He Wouldn't Tell The Truth" [Video]

November 6, 2009 1:00 PM

More footage of Rihanna's revealing televised interview with reporter Diane Sawyer has landed online and shows the singer discussing her publicized domestic dispute with Chris Brown last February.

Continue reading Rihanna Recalls Chris Brown Dispute, "I Caught Him In A Lie & He Wouldn't Tell The Truth" [Video].

Jay-Z Joins NY Yankees For World Series Championship Parade [Video]

November 6, 2009 12:22 PM

Today, Jay-Z joined thousands of fans as the New York Yankees took to the streets for their World Series Championship parade throughout the Big Apple.

Continue reading Jay-Z Joins NY Yankees For World Series Championship Parade [Video].

Eminem Headed Back To The Big Screen For 3-D Rap Horror Movie

November 6, 2009 11:46 AM

Oscar-winning rapper Eminem has reportedly been tapped to star in an upcoming 3-D horror film with an underlying hip-hop theme called The Shady Talez.

Continue reading Eminem Headed Back To The Big Screen For 3-D Rap Horror Movie.

50 Cent Puts Beanie Sigel/G-Unit Signing Talks On Hold, "We'll See What Happens"

November 6, 2009 10:30 AM

50 Cent has died down recent hype surrounding speculation of Beanie Sigel signing with G-Unit Records and explained what it would take for the former Roc-A-Fella rapper to join his team.

Continue reading 50 Cent Puts Beanie Sigel/G-Unit Signing Talks On Hold, "We'll See What Happens".

Bun B Talks Life After Pimp C, "Trill OG" Album On Deck

November 6, 2009 9:30 AM

UGK's Bun B recently discussed how he has been able to move forward nearly three years after the passing of his rap partner Pimp C and announced plans to release a new solo project called Trill OG.

Continue reading Bun B Talks Life After Pimp C, "Trill OG" Album On Deck.

Olivia Reflects On Leaving G-Unit, "I Still Talk To Lloyd Banks & Tony Yayo All The Time"

November 6, 2009 9:00 AM

Former G-Unit member Olivia recently discussed her departure from 50 Cent's camp and where she stands with remaining members Lloyd Banks and Tony Yayo.

Continue reading Olivia Reflects On Leaving G-Unit, "I Still Talk To Lloyd Banks & Tony Yayo All The Time".

50 Cent On Working W/ Kim Kardashian For New Fragrance, "I Think She's Amazing"

November 5, 2009 10:05 PM

50 Cent recently discussed his working relationship with television personality Kim Kardashian who has agreed to be a spokesperson for their upcoming women's fragrance line.

Continue reading 50 Cent On Working W/ Kim Kardashian For New Fragrance, "I Think She's Amazing".

DMX Reportedly Drops Celebrity Boxing Match, Sources Say

November 5, 2009 10:01 PM

New reports suggest rapper DMX has withdrawn himself from an upcoming celebrity boxing match next month against fighter Eric Martinez.

Continue reading DMX Reportedly Drops Celebrity Boxing Match, Sources Say.

Young Jeezy Throws Up The Roc, Added To Jay-Z's "BP3" 2010 Tour

November 5, 2009 6:33 PM

Jay-Z has announced plans to once again hit the road in early 2010 for a nationwide tour to support his platinum-certified Blueprint 3 album with help from Young Jeezy.

Continue reading Young Jeezy Throws Up The Roc, Added To Jay-Z's "BP3" 2010 Tour.

Rick Ross "Thanks" 50 Cent W/ Triple C's Album, "Crushing You Gave Me The Confidence"

November 5, 2009 5:30 PM

Rick Ross has reportedly offered yet another taunt toward 50 Cent in the "Thank-You" section of his Triple C's group album, Custom Cars & Cycles.

Continue reading Rick Ross "Thanks" 50 Cent W/ Triple C's Album, "Crushing You Gave Me The Confidence".

Jay-Z & Alicia Keys Re-Link For "Empire State Of Mind Part 2"

November 5, 2009 4:00 PM

Jay-Z and Alicia Keys have reportedly re-linked to record an addition to their "Empire State Of Mind" hit single which will contain a new verse from Hov and be featured on Keys' new album, The Element of Freedom.

Continue reading Jay-Z & Alicia Keys Re-Link For "Empire State Of Mind Part 2".

Game's "R.E.D Album" Delayed 'Til 2010, "Had To Push It Back So Me & Dre Can Wrap It Up The Right Way"

November 5, 2009 12:30 PM

Less than a day after announcing his R.E.D. Album's release date would be pushed back, Game has now said the project would not drop sooner than February 2010.

Continue reading Game's "R.E.D Album" Delayed 'Til 2010, "Had To Push It Back So Me & Dre Can Wrap It Up The Right Way" .

Rihanna's Televised Interview Airs, "Even If Chris Never Hit Me Again, Who's To Say [A Young Girl's] Boyfriend Won't?" [Video]

November 5, 2009 12:00 PM

Rihanna's first televised interview since her domestic dispute with ex-boyfriend Chris Brown aired today (November 5) and showed the R&B singer speaking on the incident's aftermath.

Continue reading Rihanna's Televised Interview Airs, "Even If Chris Never Hit Me Again, Who's To Say [A Young Girl's] Boyfriend Won't?" [Video].

Wyclef Reveals Tell-All Book Details, "There's No Way That I Can't Mention The Fugees"

November 5, 2009 11:30 AM

Wyclef Jean has revealed a few details surrounding his upcoming untitled tell-all memoir and promised to discuss his time with The Fugees' Lauryn Hill and Pras.

Continue reading Wyclef Reveals Tell-All Book Details, "There's No Way That I Can't Mention The Fugees".

Cormega Hints At AZ Collabo Album, "We Ain't Trying To Just Put Our Sh*t Out W/ Anybody"

November 5, 2009 10:55 AM

New York rapper Cormega has hinted at a possible AZ collaboration album and said their chemistry together could make the project land in stores.

Continue reading Cormega Hints At AZ Collabo Album, "We Ain't Trying To Just Put Our Sh*t Out W/ Anybody".

Freeway Ricky Ross On Rick Ross Lying About C.O. Past, "He Pulled One Over Everybody's Head" [Video]

November 5, 2009 10:00 AM

Former drug kingpin Ricky "Freeway" Ross recently spoke on how he felt about rapper Rick Ross initially lying about his time as an ex-corrections officer in the mid-1990's.

Continue reading Freeway Ricky Ross On Rick Ross Lying About C.O. Past, "He Pulled One Over Everybody's Head" [Video].

Yung Joc Announces Bad Boy/Block Ent. Freedom, "I Just Got My Release"

November 5, 2009 9:30 AM

After his highly publicized dispute with Diddy's Bad Boy Records and Block Entertainment earlier this year, Yung Joc has announced his official departure from contractual obligations.

Continue reading Yung Joc Announces Bad Boy/Block Ent. Freedom, "I Just Got My Release".

Dame Dash Responds To Beanie Sigel "Roc" Accusations, "I Hate To See Anybody Struggle" [Video]

November 5, 2009 9:02 AM

Roc-A-Fella co-founder Damon "Dame" Dash has responded to Beanie Sigel's recent claims against his former boss and said he understood the Philadelphia rapper's overall pain.

Continue reading Dame Dash Responds To Beanie Sigel "Roc" Accusations, "I Hate To See Anybody Struggle" [Video].

NY Yankees Win World Series, Raekwon, Joe Budden, LL Cool J & More React

November 4, 2009 11:56 PM

The New York Yankees have won the Major League Baseball World Series and sparked a grouping of Twitter reactions from Raekwon, Joe Budden, LL Cool J and more.

Continue reading NY Yankees Win World Series, Raekwon, Joe Budden, LL Cool J & More React.

Mr. Porter & Just Blaze Discuss Eminem's "Relapse 2" LP, "All Day Everyday The Kid Is Writing"

November 4, 2009 5:00 PM

D12's Mr. Porter and Just Blaze have discussed working alongside Eminem for the rapper's forthcoming Relapse 2 album and revealed their chemistry with Slim Shady.

Continue reading Mr. Porter & Just Blaze Discuss Eminem's "Relapse 2" LP, "All Day Everyday The Kid Is Writing".

Taylor Swift Preps For "SNL" Hosting Gig, Kanye West Spoof Revealed [Video]

November 4, 2009 4:30 PM

Country singer Taylor Swift has reminded fans of her upcoming "Saturday Night Live" hosting slot this weekend by poking fun at Kanye West in the show's promotional trailer.

Continue reading Taylor Swift Preps For "SNL" Hosting Gig, Kanye West Spoof Revealed [Video].

Funkmaster Flex On Jay-Z/Beanie Sigel Dispute, "I Think Jay Should've Let Sigel Go"

November 4, 2009 1:46 PM

New York radio deejay Funkmaster Flex has weighed in on the current Jay-Z and Beanie Sigel dispute and said he understood the argument from both sides.

Continue reading Funkmaster Flex On Jay-Z/Beanie Sigel Dispute, "I Think Jay Should've Let Sigel Go".

Drake Talks Rihanna's "Rated R" Album, "We Did Some Great Work Together"

November 4, 2009 1:30 PM

Young Money's Drake has shared his thoughts on Rihanna's comeback album, Rated R, and said he had the opportunity to work with her in the studio.

Continue reading Drake Talks Rihanna's "Rated R" Album, "We Did Some Great Work Together".

Master P On Shyne's Rap Game Return, "Hip-Hop Is At An All-Time Low Right Now" [Audio]

November 4, 2009 1:30 PM

No Limit Records Founder Master P recently spoke with SOHH about his thoughts on Shyne returning home after nearly nine years behind bars and why hip-hop may not be the best outlet for him to venture back in to.

Continue reading Master P On Shyne's Rap Game Return, "Hip-Hop Is At An All-Time Low Right Now" [Audio].

Mack Maine & Omarion React To Lil Wayne's Jail Bid, "He's Not Gonna Miss Out On Anything"

November 4, 2009 1:00 PM

Young Money President Mack Maine and former YM artist Omarion have shared their reaction to Lil Wayne's speculated one-year jail sentence and were optimistic about the rapper completing his time.

Continue reading Mack Maine & Omarion React To Lil Wayne's Jail Bid, "He's Not Gonna Miss Out On Anything".

Beanie Sigel Responds To Jay-Z's Accusations, "You Didn't Give Me A Record Label" [Audio]

November 4, 2009 10:54 AM

Beanie Sigel has responded to recent statements made by Jay-Z which question why he would bad mouth his former boss and said his State Property accomplishments were made by himself.

Continue reading Beanie Sigel Responds To Jay-Z's Accusations, "You Didn't Give Me A Record Label" [Audio].

Foxy Brown Disses Lil Kim On New Track, "Motherf*ckers Will Never See Me 'Dancin' W/ The Stars'" [Audio]

November 4, 2009 10:30 AM

New York rapper Foxy Brown has fired a few shots toward ex-rap rival Lil Kim on a new untitled song where she taunts the emcee's appearance on "Dancing With The Stars" and said she embarrassed their Brooklyn borough.

Continue reading Foxy Brown Disses Lil Kim On New Track, "Motherf*ckers Will Never See Me 'Dancin' W/ The Stars'" [Audio].

Triple C's "Custom Cars & Cycles" Outsells 50 Cent's 10K Predictions

November 4, 2009 10:00 AM

Rick Ross and Triple C's new album, Custom Cars & Cycles were able to just barely outsell 50 Cent's first-week sales projections after selling 12,100 units over the past seven days.

Continue reading Triple C's "Custom Cars & Cycles" Outsells 50 Cent's 10K Predictions.

Redman Auto-Tunes New Album, "Reggie Noble Don't Give A F*ck, He Wanna Do [It]"

November 4, 2009 9:30 AM

Def Jam's Redman has offered some clues toward his new album, Reggie Noble 9 1/2, and said he has no regrets for using auto-tune on a few records.

Continue reading Redman Auto-Tunes New Album, "Reggie Noble Don't Give A F*ck, He Wanna Do [It]".

50 Cent Reflects On Childhood W/ "BISD" LP, "The Actual Album Has Lyrics About [Those] Moments

November 4, 2009 9:00 AM

50 Cent recently shared more details surrounding his forthcoming Before I Self Destruct album and said his fourth solo project would reflect partially on his childhood.

Continue reading 50 Cent Reflects On Childhood W/ "BISD" LP, "The Actual Album Has Lyrics About [Those] Moments.

UPDATE: Game Puts "R.E.D" On Hold, "Album Is Officially Pushed Back"

November 4, 2009 8:00 AM

Game has decided to keep fans waiting by pushing his upcoming R.E.D. Album back in order to complete his studio time with Dr. Dre.

Continue reading UPDATE: Game Puts "R.E.D" On Hold, "Album Is Officially Pushed Back".

Shyne Gives First Press Conference, "I Hold Myself Responsible For The Mistakes I've Made" [Video]

November 3, 2009 4:43 PM

Shyne has given his first press conference to the media since being released from prison after nearly nine years and spoke on the lessons he has learned in his life.

Continue reading Shyne Gives First Press Conference, "I Hold Myself Responsible For The Mistakes I've Made" [Video].

Eminem Joins Jay-Z, Added To American Music Awards Performers

November 3, 2009 4:30 PM

Grammy-winning rapper Eminem has reportedly been added to this month's American Music Awards alongside other performers including Jay-Z and Alicia Keys.

Continue reading Eminem Joins Jay-Z, Added To American Music Awards Performers.

Chris Brown Uncovers "Graffiti" Album Artwork

November 3, 2009 4:00 PM

Chris Brown has revealed the album cover art for his upcoming project, Graffiti, and updated fans on his new "Crawl" music video with Cassie.

Continue reading Chris Brown Uncovers "Graffiti" Album Artwork.

50 Cent Confirms Past Beanie Sigel/G-Unit Records Offer, "Jay-Z Didn't Want To Do That"

November 3, 2009 1:00 PM

50 Cent has confirmed past talks of Beanie Sigel being offered a spot on G-Unit around 2005, however, accused Jay-Z of not wanting to lose his Roc-A-Fella artist.

Continue reading 50 Cent Confirms Past Beanie Sigel/G-Unit Records Offer, "Jay-Z Didn't Want To Do That".

Tahiry Breaks Silence On Fabolous Relationship, "We Pretty Much Were Young Love" [Video]

November 3, 2009 12:40 PM

King Magazine covergirl Tahiry recently discussed her past relationship with Fabolous and explained how despite going their separate ways, both maintain a mutual bond.

Continue reading Tahiry Breaks Silence On Fabolous Relationship, "We Pretty Much Were Young Love" [Video].

Game Heats Up Dr. Dre Hype, "The Aftermath Is Bout To Do A Full 360 Again"

November 3, 2009 12:30 PM

Game has continued to stir up the anticipation for his upcoming R.E.D. Album and said he was placing the final touches with the help of Dr. Dre.

Continue reading Game Heats Up Dr. Dre Hype, "The Aftermath Is Bout To Do A Full 360 Again".

Juelz Santana Says Shyne Has To Get "Right" W/ Freekey Zeeky [Audio]

November 3, 2009 12:00 PM

With Shyne finally being released from prison and deported to Belize last month, SOHH spoke with Dipset's Juelz Santana to get his reaction to the emcee's rap game return.

Continue reading Juelz Santana Says Shyne Has To Get "Right" W/ Freekey Zeeky [Audio].

UPDATE: Rihanna's Chris Brown Remarks Released, "He Was Definitely My First Big Love"

November 3, 2009 11:43 AM

Building up its anticipation for Rihanna's first publicized interview since her domestic dispute with ex-boyfriend Chris Brown last February, ABC has released excerpts from this week's sit down.

Continue reading UPDATE: Rihanna's Chris Brown Remarks Released, "He Was Definitely My First Big Love".

Drake & Chris Brown Featured On Vibe Magazine's Re-Launch Issue

November 3, 2009 11:00 AM

Vibe Magazine will reportedly use Drake and Chris Brown as its feature cover stars when the publication re-launches next month.

Continue reading Drake & Chris Brown Featured On Vibe Magazine's Re-Launch Issue.

UPDATE: Charlamagne Speaks On Radio Show Firing, "I've Never Had Any Disciplinary Action"

November 3, 2009 10:30 AM

Less than a day after announcing being fired from his Philadelphia morning radio show, Charlamagne Tha God has detailed his departure from 100.3 The Beat.

Continue reading UPDATE: Charlamagne Speaks On Radio Show Firing, "I've Never Had Any Disciplinary Action".

Alicia Keys On "Empire" Music Vid, "The Way It's Put Together, It Is So Beautiful" [Video]

November 3, 2009 8:00 AM

Alicia Keys recently discussed her reaction to Jay-Z's "Empire State Of Mind" music video and said their visual project was nothing less than "artistic."

Continue reading Alicia Keys On "Empire" Music Vid, "The Way It's Put Together, It Is So Beautiful" [Video].

Nas Still Separated From Kelis, Rapper Requests $72K/Month Spousal Support Block

November 3, 2009 7:45 AM

After appearing to have reconciled their differences over the summer, Nas has reportedly requested a judge to block paying over $72,000 a month in spousal support to his estranged wife, Kelis.

Continue reading Nas Still Separated From Kelis, Rapper Requests $72K/Month Spousal Support Block.

Rihanna Gets "Rated R" W/ Young Jeezy, Album Track Listing Revealed [Audio]

November 3, 2009 7:00 AM

Grammy-winning singer Rihanna's Rated R track listing has landed online and shows a limited amount of guest features by artists including Young Jeezy and The Black Eyed Peas' will.i.am.

Continue reading Rihanna Gets "Rated R" W/ Young Jeezy, Album Track Listing Revealed [Audio].

Wale On Rap Criticism, "Why Does It Have Be 'F*ck Cudi Because I Like Drake'?"

November 2, 2009 5:30 PM

Rap newcomer Wale recently discussed his stance on the lack of rap unity and popularity of criticism amongst emcees rather than an emphasis on bettering the rap game as a whole.

Continue reading Wale On Rap Criticism, "Why Does It Have Be 'F*ck Cudi Because I Like Drake'?".

DJ Webstar Talks Moving Beyond Jay-Z's "D.O.A." Message, "I Can't Expect Some 45 Year-Old Man To Relate To [Me]"

November 2, 2009 5:00 PM

DJ Webstar recently discussed moving past Jay-Z's "Death of Auto-Tune" controversy from last summer and explained why it is vital to understand some older generation rappers may not respect his records.

Continue reading DJ Webstar Talks Moving Beyond Jay-Z's "D.O.A." Message, "I Can't Expect Some 45 Year-Old Man To Relate To [Me]".

Kanye West Reportedly In The Studio W/ New Album, "It's Amazing How Many Ideas He Has"

November 2, 2009 4:30 PM

Kanye West collaborator A-Trak has hinted at the rapper's studio return for a fifth solo project and said Ye would be stepping away from the media spotlight for the time being.

Continue reading Kanye West Reportedly In The Studio W/ New Album, "It's Amazing How Many Ideas He Has".

Charlamagne Tha God Fired From Morning Radio Show, "They Want To Move In A Different Direction"

November 2, 2009 1:00 PM

Radio personality Charlamagne Tha God has announced being fired from Philadelphia radio station 100.3 The Beat days after his revealing interview with Beanie Sigel.

Continue reading Charlamagne Tha God Fired From Morning Radio Show, "They Want To Move In A Different Direction".

Rick Ross Remixes 50 Cent's "Baby" Record, "Once Again, G-G-G-Unot!" [Audio]

November 2, 2009 12:30 PM

Rick Ross has decided to make a statement in 50 Cent's direction by remixing his rap rival's new single, "Baby By Me" and tossing a few verbal jabs at the same time.

Continue reading Rick Ross Remixes 50 Cent's "Baby" Record, "Once Again, G-G-G-Unot!" [Audio].

Method Man, Raekwon & Ghostface Unleash "Wu-Massacre" LP Trailer [Video]

November 2, 2009 12:00 PM

Method Man, Raekwon and Ghostface Killah's highly-speculated collaboration album will now land in stores next month after a promotional video for the project has begun to circulate online.

Continue reading Method Man, Raekwon & Ghostface Unleash "Wu-Massacre" LP Trailer [Video].

Rihanna To Break Silence On Chris Brown Incident [Video]

November 2, 2009 11:30 AM

Grammy-winning singer Rihanna will reportedly break her silence on Chris Brown for the first time since their publicized domestic dispute last February in a televised interview this week.

Continue reading Rihanna To Break Silence On Chris Brown Incident [Video].

Jay-Z Gives Drake Rap Game Advice, "He Just Needs To Focus" [Video]

November 2, 2009 11:00 AM

Jay-Z recently gave his opinion on rap newcomer Drake's music industry grind and offered a few suggestions on what the Young Money artist should do to not lose his buzz.

Continue reading Jay-Z Gives Drake Rap Game Advice, "He Just Needs To Focus" [Video].

Beanie Sigel Breaks Down "Average Cat" Message, "It's Just Me Conversating W/ My Brother" [Video]

November 2, 2009 9:00 AM

Former Roc-A-Fella artist Beanie Sigel has detailed the motivation behind his "Average Cat" Jay-Z-directed song and said the track should not encourage rappers to begin dissing Hov.

Continue reading Beanie Sigel Breaks Down "Average Cat" Message, "It's Just Me Conversating W/ My Brother" [Video].

DMX Blasts Music Industry's Biz Habits, "The Highest Paid Artist Gets 26 Cents Off A Dollar" [Video]

November 2, 2009 8:57 AM

Former Def Jam artist DMX recently spoke on his issues with the record industry and why most artists are forced to give up a large portion of their publishing rights and profits.

Continue reading DMX Blasts Music Industry's Biz Habits, "The Highest Paid Artist Gets 26 Cents Off A Dollar" [Video].

50 Cent Gives "BISD" Early Release Date, "I'm Pushing The Record Up" [Audio]

November 2, 2009 8:00 AM

50 Cent has announced plans to move his long-anticipated Before I Self Destruct album a week earlier than expected as a result of an unexpected leak last month.

Continue reading 50 Cent Gives "BISD" Early Release Date, "I'm Pushing The Record Up" [Audio].

Rick Ross & Triple C's On Shyne Coming Home, "He Has The Streets Waiting" [Video]

November 2, 2009 7:28 AM

In light of rapper Jamal "Shyne" Barrow being released from prison last month, SOHH spoke with Rick Ross and Triple C's to get their reaction to a fellow emcee re-entering the rap game.

Continue reading Rick Ross & Triple C's On Shyne Coming Home, "He Has The Streets Waiting" [Video].

Michael Jackson's "This Is It" Dominates W/ $101 Mil, Highest Grossing Concert Film Ever

November 2, 2009 7:00 AM

The late Michael Jackson's This Is It film has become the highest grossing concert movie of all time banking in over $101 million after its five days in theaters.

Continue reading Michael Jackson's "This Is It" Dominates W/ $101 Mil, Highest Grossing Concert Film Ever.

50 Cent Predicts Rick Ross & Triple C's First-Week Numbers, "They Can Break 10K If They Buy Some" [Video]

November 1, 2009 10:30 AM

50 Cent has made his prediction on the first-week sales for Rick Ross and Triple C's debut project, Custom Cars & Cycles, and said their group record could sell over 10,000 copies if they purchased a certain amount themselves.

Continue reading 50 Cent Predicts Rick Ross & Triple C's First-Week Numbers, "They Can Break 10K If They Buy Some" [Video].

Joe Budden Reacts To Beanie Sigel's Jay-Z Diss, "N*ggas Dissing Hov Is Pointless" [Video]

November 1, 2009 10:00 AM

Joe Budden has become the latest rapper to react toward Beanie Sigel's unexpected Jay-Z "Average Cat" diss song and explained why going at the rap mogul is a losing battle.

Continue reading Joe Budden Reacts To Beanie Sigel's Jay-Z Diss, "N*ggas Dissing Hov Is Pointless" [Video].

DJ Kay Slay On Working W/ Drake, "I Was Trying To Get Him & Busta Rhymes On A Joint"

November 1, 2009 9:30 AM

New York's DJ Kay Slay recently talked about his forthcoming More Than Just A DJ compilation's overall feel and his experience working with Young Money's Drake on the project.

Continue reading DJ Kay Slay On Working W/ Drake, "I Was Trying To Get Him & Busta Rhymes On A Joint".

Game Anxious Over "R.E.D." LP, "I Might Leak My Whole Album & Start Over & Still Go Triple Platinum"

November 1, 2009 8:00 AM

Game recently discussed his anticipation to get out The R.E.D. Album to his fans earlier than expected, even if it means intentionally leaking the entire solo project.

Continue reading Game Anxious Over "R.E.D." LP, "I Might Leak My Whole Album & Start Over & Still Go Triple Platinum".

Consequence Explains "Cons TV" Title Change, "I Started Recording Again"

October 31, 2009 9:00 PM

G.O.O.D. Music's Consequence recently opened up about changing the direction of his new album, Cons TV, from its original concept and how he snagged Q-Tip for his solo project.

Continue reading Consequence Explains "Cons TV" Title Change, "I Started Recording Again" .

Rakim Recruited For Dr. Dre's "Detox" Album, "I Did Something On One Of The Tracks" [Video]

October 31, 2009 12:00 PM

Rap pioneer Rakim recently spoke on being chosen by Dr. Dre for an untitled Detox track and updated fans on their studio relationship upon his departure from Aftermath.

Continue reading Rakim Recruited For Dr. Dre's "Detox" Album, "I Did Something On One Of The Tracks" [Video].

Lil Wayne & Baby Sued Over "Like Father, Like Son" Recordings

October 31, 2009 10:00 AM

Cash Money Records' Lil Wayne and Baby have reportedly been sued over copyright issues related to their 2006 joint album, Like Father, Like Son, over the usage of unauthorized tracks.

Continue reading Lil Wayne & Baby Sued Over "Like Father, Like Son" Recordings.

UPDATE: Jay-Z Responds To Beanie Sigel's Claims, "He Has A Lot To Complain About" [Video]

October 31, 2009 9:00 AM

Jay-Z has answered back to Beanie Sigel's recent claims of not supporting his Roc-A-Fella team to the fullest during their time at Def Jam and said the rapper was given multiple opportunities to succeed.

Continue reading UPDATE: Jay-Z Responds To Beanie Sigel's Claims, "He Has A Lot To Complain About" [Video].

Lil Wayne Breaks Down "Rebirth's" Sound, "I Play Guitar On 80% Of The Songs"

October 30, 2009 5:42 PM

Grammy-winning rapper Lil Wayne has offered more details on his upcoming Rebirth album and said fans could still expect to hear a heavy rock influence on a majority of the records.

Continue reading Lil Wayne Breaks Down "Rebirth's" Sound, "I Play Guitar On 80% Of The Songs".

Soulja Boy On Working W/ Kanye West, "I Got Some Sh*t Coming W/ Him, Me & Drake"

October 30, 2009 5:35 PM

Teen rapper Soulja Boy Tell Em recently discussed his working relationship with Kanye West and said the Grammy-winning producer has been a fan since his 2008 dispute with Ice-T.

Continue reading Soulja Boy On Working W/ Kanye West, "I Got Some Sh*t Coming W/ Him, Me & Drake".

Memphis Bleek Responds To Beanie Sigel's Diss, "I Just Seen Son At Powerhouse, Wasn't Nothing & Now It's Something"

October 30, 2009 5:20 PM

Memphis Bleek has responded to Beanie Sigel's "Not Your Average Cat" name drop and questioned why his former Roc-A-Fella labelmate would go after Jay-Z.

Continue reading Memphis Bleek Responds To Beanie Sigel's Diss, "I Just Seen Son At Powerhouse, Wasn't Nothing & Now It's Something".

Baby Fires More Jay-Z Taunts, "I Don't Think The People Feel Him Like That" [Video]

October 30, 2009 3:40 PM

After recently questioning Jay-Z as the number one "hot" artist in rap according to MTV's standards, Baby has continued to explain why his Cash Money Records' roster outshines Hov.

Continue reading Baby Fires More Jay-Z Taunts, "I Don't Think The People Feel Him Like That" [Video].

Shyne's Father Speaks On His Return, "It Will Take Some Time For Him To Recover"

October 30, 2009 3:05 PM

Rapper Jamal "Shyne" Barrow's father, Prime Minster Dean Barrow, has spoken on his son's deportation to Belize and shared his initial reaction to seeing him after nearly nine years behind bars.

Continue reading Shyne's Father Speaks On His Return, "It Will Take Some Time For Him To Recover" .

Fabolous, Just Blaze, Lil Cease & More React To Beanie Sigel's Jay-Z Diss

October 30, 2009 11:55 AM

Fabolous, Just Blaze, Lil Cease and more have shared their mixed reactions to Beanie Sigel's unexpected "Average Cat" diss record which is directed at Jay-Z.

Continue reading Fabolous, Just Blaze, Lil Cease & More React To Beanie Sigel's Jay-Z Diss.

Drake Prepared For Lil Wayne's Jail Bid, "I'll Just Do What I Can To Keep The Whole Team Going"

October 30, 2009 11:30 AM

Young Money's Drake has shared his reaction to Lil Wayne's speculated one-year jail sentence and said he is willing to lead the Young Money/Cash Money camp until the rapper returns home.

Continue reading Drake Prepared For Lil Wayne's Jail Bid, "I'll Just Do What I Can To Keep The Whole Team Going".

Jay-Z Talks World Series Performance, "I Never Been That Close To The Field" [Video]

October 30, 2009 11:05 AM

Jay-Z has addressed his "Empire State of Mind" performance with Alicia Keys at last night's World Series game with and gave his prediction for the outcome of the match-up between the  New York Yankees and the Philadelphia Phillies.

Continue reading Jay-Z Talks World Series Performance, "I Never Been That Close To The Field" [Video].

Rakim Reacts To Shyne's Release, "The World Wanna Hear What He's Got To Say" [Video]

October 30, 2009 10:25 AM

With Shyne finally being released from prison and deported to Belize this week, SOHH sat down with rap pioneer Rakim to find out what tips he could offer the rapper.

Continue reading Rakim Reacts To Shyne's Release, "The World Wanna Hear What He's Got To Say" [Video].

50 Cent Spends $20K Weekly For Security, "My Home Is Surrounded By Cameras"

October 30, 2009 10:15 AM

G-Unit leader 50 Cent recently spoke on the emphasis he places on security and said he invests $20,000 a week to protect himself.

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Beanie Sigel Drops Emotional Jay-Z Diss Song, "How It Feel To Get Exposed?" [Audio]

October 30, 2009 10:05 AM

Former Roc-A-Fella member Beanie Sigel has released a Jay-Z diss song called "I'm Not Your Average Cat" and explained that his issues with the rap mogul stem from The Blueprint 3.

Continue reading Beanie Sigel Drops Emotional Jay-Z Diss Song, "How It Feel To Get Exposed?" [Audio].

Warren G Talks Tour W/ Travis Barker & Raekwon, "That's Gonna Be Fun" [Video]

October 29, 2009 6:15 PM

As Warren G hit the road for his nationwide promotional tour in support of The G-Files, SOHH hit up the rap veteran to see why rocker Travis Barker and Wu-Tang Clan's Raekwon are also billed for select dates.

Continue reading Warren G Talks Tour W/ Travis Barker & Raekwon, "That's Gonna Be Fun" [Video].

Rick Ross & Baby Collabo LP In The Can, "[We] Finished The Album Already"

October 29, 2009 6:15 PM

Baby and Rick Ross' rumored joint collaboration album has been finished according to the Cash Money Records' co-founder.

Continue reading Rick Ross & Baby Collabo LP In The Can, "[We] Finished The Album Already".

Timbaland To "Shock" Game & Snoop Dogg, Album Gets New Release Date

October 29, 2009 6:05 PM

Timbaland will no longer go head-to-head against 50 Cent and Birdman as his new album Shock Value 2 has reportedly been pushed back to December.

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Wale Secures Gucci Mane, Bun B & Neptunes For "Attention Deficit", Tracklisting Released

October 29, 2009 5:20 PM

The tracklisting for Wale's upcoming debut album, Attention Deficit, has landed online and shows guest appearances by Bun B, Gucci Mane, The Neptunes and more.

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Juvenile On Hot Boys Reunion, Says "We're Going To Be Making A Lot Of Songs Together"

October 29, 2009 4:15 PM

Former Cash Money Records frontman Juvenile has said fans can expect Hot Boys songs even if the highly-anticipated reunion album falls through.

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Consequence Says "Cons TV" Still On Deck, "I Got A Second Chance To Make A First Impression"

October 29, 2009 2:05 PM

G.O.O.D. Music's Consequence has given an update to fans awaiting his upcoming album, Cons TV, and said the project is still on deck despite multiple delays.

Continue reading Consequence Says "Cons TV" Still On Deck, "I Got A Second Chance To Make A First Impression".

Maino Confident In Selling Ability, "My Single Is Platinum, Numbers Don't Lie"

October 29, 2009 1:50 PM

New York rapper Maino recently discussed remaining relevant in the rap game and announced plans to begin working on an untitled sophomore album.

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J. Cole Talks Pressure To Succeed On Roc Nation , "Jay-Z's Shadow Is So Big"

October 29, 2009 1:20 PM

Rap newcomer J. Cole recently discussed his recent signing to Jay-Z's Roc Nation label and admitted he feels pressure to generate his own success.

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UPDATE: Shyne Makes Safe Arrival In Belize, Welcomed Home By Family

October 29, 2009 11:25 AM

Rapper Jamal "Shyne" Barrow was safely deported from the United States yesterday (October 28) and arrived in his country of origin, Belize, greeted by his father, Belize Prime Minster Dean Barrow.

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Jay-Z & Robin Thicke's "Me I Play" Collabo Uncovered

October 29, 2009 11:10 AM

A clip of Jay-Z and Robin Thicke's new collaboration "Meiple (Me I Play)" from Thicke's upcoming Sex Therapy album has landed online.

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Lil Wayne's Young Money Album Title Revealed, Details Spill Online

October 29, 2009 11:00 AM

Details on Lil Wayne's upcoming Young Money compilation album have landed online and suggests the group project will be available as a CD and DVD combination.

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Ludacris Gives T.I. Update, "Tip Says Tell Lil Wayne & Lil Boosie He Hates [Their] Situations"

October 29, 2009 9:55 AM

Ludacris has revealed a conversation he had with incarcerated rapper T.I. and shared the Grand Hustle leader's displeasure in learning about Lil Wayne and Lil Boosie's current legal woes.

Continue reading Ludacris Gives T.I. Update, "Tip Says Tell Lil Wayne & Lil Boosie He Hates [Their] Situations".

50 Cent's "BISD Leaks Online, More Young Buck & Game Disses Revealed

October 29, 2009 9:00 AM

50 Cent's highly-anticipated Before I Self Destruct album has leaked online and shows the rapper continuing his verbal jabs toward former G-Unit members Young Buck and The Game.

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Joe Budden Airs Out Tahiry Break-Up, "I Was Ready To Marry My Significant Other" [Video]

October 28, 2009 6:45 PM

Joe Budden recently discussed the details surrounding his break-up with Tahiry and said he was thankful he did not follow through and marry the one-time King Magazine covergirl.

Continue reading Joe Budden Airs Out Tahiry Break-Up, "I Was Ready To Marry My Significant Other" [Video].

Michael Jackson "This Is It" Soundtrack On Track For 300K First-Week Debut

October 28, 2009 5:45 PM

The late Michael Jackson's This Is It soundtrack will reportedly dominate sales charts next week with nearly 300,000 projected copies in its first seven days.

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Jay-Z & Alicia Keys To Censor "Empire State Of Mind" For World Series Performance

October 28, 2009 5:30 PM

Jay-Z and Alicia Keys' "Empire State of Mind" World Series performance will reportedly feature PG-friendly lyrics and take place tomorrow (October 29) evening from New York.

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Suspect In T.I. Shooting Case Pleads Guilty, Admits To Taking Part In Fatal Shoot-Out

October 28, 2009 4:31 PM

Today, the man responsible for helping in the 2006 murder of T.I.'s friend and assistant Philant Johnson has confessed his role in the fatal shoot-out.

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Triple C's On Working W/ The Game & Mack 10, "These Are Moves A Boss Is Supposed To Make" [Video]

October 28, 2009 4:30 PM

With this week's release of Rick Ross and Triple C's new album, Custom Cars & Cycles, SOHH sat down with the four-member team to discuss why they decided to shine light on the West Coast with features by The Game, Mack 10 and Warren G.

Continue reading Triple C's On Working W/ The Game & Mack 10, "These Are Moves A Boss Is Supposed To Make" [Video].

Crooked I To Benzino, "If You Disrespect Slaughterhouse, Then You Are Disrespecting Me"

October 28, 2009 3:45 PM

Slaughterhouse's Crooked I recently addressed Benzino calling out certain members in his rap group and pledged his loyalty toward Royce Da 5'9, Joe Budden and Joell Ortiz.

Continue reading Crooked I To Benzino, "If You Disrespect Slaughterhouse, Then You Are Disrespecting Me".

Hip-Hop Designer Marc Ecko Forced To Sell Brand To Pay Off Creditors

October 28, 2009 2:20 PM

Hip-Hop clothing designer Marc Ecko's financial issues have officially caught up with him with new reports confirming that he has been forced to give up his clothing trademark.

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