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50 Cent's Entourage Scuffles W/ NBA Announcer, "I Thought They Were Kidding But They Weren't"

November 20, 2009 6:00 PM

50 Cent has once again made headlines, however, this time it is in relation to his entourage reportedly confronting renowned NBA announcer Marv Albert this week before a late night talk show interview.

Continue reading 50 Cent's Entourage Scuffles W/ NBA Announcer, "I Thought They Were Kidding But They Weren't".

Maino To Debut "Movie" W/ Cinemax, Follows Eminem's "3 AM" Marketing Strategy [Video]

November 20, 2009 5:15 PM

Maino's "Let's Make A Movie" music video debut will reportedly follow Eminem's "3 AM" marketing strategy this weekend when he premieres it on Cinemax.

Continue reading Maino To Debut "Movie" W/ Cinemax, Follows Eminem's "3 AM" Marketing Strategy [Video].

Cam'ron Ditches Dipset, Floyd Mayweather Sons Rick Ross, 50 Cent Loses To Jay-Z & SoundScan

November 20, 2009 4:30 PM

In this week's Pulse Report, we're checking the last week to understand why Cam'ron is throwing in the Dipset towel, literally watch Floyd Mayweather, Jr. "son" Rick Ross, see why the "bad guy" 50 Cent lost to Jay-Z and SoundScan, peep Beanie Sigel's Roc slick talk and SOHH much more!

Continue reading Cam'ron Ditches Dipset, Floyd Mayweather Sons Rick Ross, 50 Cent Loses To Jay-Z & SoundScan.

Game Takes Shyne's Advice, "He's The Reason Why I'm Not Ready To Jump Into Beefs"

November 20, 2009 3:45 PM

Game recently detailed a conversation he had with Shyne and explained how the former Bad Boy artist motivated him to sway away from starting up rap beefs.

Continue reading Game Takes Shyne's Advice, "He's The Reason Why I'm Not Ready To Jump Into Beefs".

Triple C's Fire Shots At KRS-One, "You Stay In Your Genre Of Music" [Video]

November 20, 2009 2:55 PM

Rick Ross' Triple C's recently questioned KRS-One's claims that hip-hop losing its authenticity and said the rap veteran should pay homage to the new generation of emcees.

Continue reading Triple C's Fire Shots At KRS-One, "You Stay In Your Genre Of Music" [Video].

50 Cent On Borrowing Rick Ross' Son For The Weekend, "Nothing's Off Limits" [Video]

November 20, 2009 1:05 PM

50 Cent has come clean on why he decided to publicly expose his relationship with Rick Ross' ex-girlfriend and son last weekend.

Continue reading 50 Cent On Borrowing Rick Ross' Son For The Weekend, "Nothing's Off Limits" [Video].

Beanie Sigel Preps More Jay-Z Disses, "[Our Problems] Are Going To Be Addressed In My Next Album"

November 20, 2009 11:40 AM

Beanie Sigel has reportedly promised to address his conflicts with former Roc-A-Fella labelmate Jay-Z on his next album.

Continue reading Beanie Sigel Preps More Jay-Z Disses, "[Our Problems] Are Going To Be Addressed In My Next Album".

Fabolous Tied To Lamborghini Heist, Rapper Asked To Snitch

November 20, 2009 11:05 AM

Fabolous has reportedly become involved in a high-profile stolen Lamborghini heist which took place earlier this year and is being requested to give up names to other individuals who took part in the incident.

Continue reading Fabolous Tied To Lamborghini Heist, Rapper Asked To Snitch.

Lil Wayne's "Rebirth" & "Young Money" Albums Pushed Back

November 20, 2009 10:15 AM

Cash Money Records co-founder Baby has announced that  Lil Wayne's highly-anticipated Rebirth and Young Money compilation albums will be pushed back from their original release dates next month.

Continue reading Lil Wayne's "Rebirth" & "Young Money" Albums Pushed Back.

50 Cent Addresses "BISD" First-Week Sales Projections, "Once The Record Leaks [Then] What More Can I Do?"

November 20, 2009 8:32 AM

50 Cent has offered his take on Before I Self Destruct's 160,000 first-week sales projections and said the album's global leak impacted his actual outcome.

Continue reading 50 Cent Addresses "BISD" First-Week Sales Projections, "Once The Record Leaks [Then] What More Can I Do?".

Game Says 50 Cent Can't Beat Jay-Z, "He's Gonna F*ck You Up!"

November 19, 2009 6:00 PM

Former G-Unit member Game recently weighed in on watching 50 Cent go after Jay-Z in interviews-turned-diss songs and said his former associate would easily lose in a rap battle against Hov.

Continue reading Game Says 50 Cent Can't Beat Jay-Z, "He's Gonna F*ck You Up!".

Juelz Santana Responds To Cam'ron's "Dipset Is Over" Declaration, "I Gave You Everything"

November 19, 2009 5:45 PM

In light of Cam'ron's recent "Dipset is over" remarks, estranged member Juelz Santana has shared his response to the Diplomat leader's choice words.

Continue reading Juelz Santana Responds To Cam'ron's "Dipset Is Over" Declaration, "I Gave You Everything".

Juelz Santana On Lil Wayne Collabo Album Delay, "There's A Lot Of Politics" [Video]

November 19, 2009 3:50 PM

Skull Gang leader Juelz Santana has updated fans on the status of his Lil Wayne collaboration album and said music business' politics have kept the project from landing in stores.

Continue reading Juelz Santana On Lil Wayne Collabo Album Delay, "There's A Lot Of Politics" [Video].

Alicia Keys Reveals "Empire State Of Mind Part II" During Live Performance [Video]

November 19, 2009 1:20 PM

Alicia Keys has treated fans to "Empire State Of Mind Part II", the highly-anticipated follow up to her hit with Jay-Z, when she debuted the song during a live performance this week.

Continue reading Alicia Keys Reveals "Empire State Of Mind Part II" During Live Performance [Video].

Diddy On Shyne Being Deported, "He Did His Time & Deserves To Come Back"

November 19, 2009 1:15 PM

Diddy recently spoke on Shyne's deportation to Belize last month and said he hoped the former Bad Boy protege would be able to return to the United States to pursue his rap career.

Continue reading Diddy On Shyne Being Deported, "He Did His Time & Deserves To Come Back".

Dame Dash Addresses Tax Debt, "My [Accountant] Stole Some Money & Didn't Say Nothing" [Video]

November 19, 2009 11:45 AM

Roc-A-Fella co-founder Damon "Dame" Dash recently discussed his past financial problems and explained why his accountant was partially to blame for his tax debt.

Continue reading Dame Dash Addresses Tax Debt, "My [Accountant] Stole Some Money & Didn't Say Nothing" [Video].

50 Cent's "Before I Self Destruct" iTunes Marketing Exposed, Digital Sales Included W/ 160K Projections

November 19, 2009 10:45 AM

The marketing behind 50 Cent's Before I Self Destruct iTunes strategy has been revealed showing last-minute moves by Interscope's Jimmy Iovine to lessen the damage from the album's global leaks.

Continue reading 50 Cent's "Before I Self Destruct" iTunes Marketing Exposed, Digital Sales Included W/ 160K Projections.

Former Mase Associate Attacks Rapper's Image, "You're Not Living By What You're Saying"

November 19, 2009 10:30 AM

Former Mase associate Legacy The Jesus has broken his silence on the former Bad Boy artist and accused the emcee of shady practices while running his S.A.N.E. church.

Continue reading Former Mase Associate Attacks Rapper's Image, "You're Not Living By What You're Saying".

Beanie Sigel Keeps Jay-Z Disses Going, "Type To Not Feed No Workers, 'Cause He Grubbed Already" [Video]

November 18, 2009 6:00 PM

Beanie Sigel has kept his verbal jabs for Jay-Z going with new footage landing online showing the former Roc-A-Fella artist freestyling about Carter's shady business practices.

Continue reading Beanie Sigel Keeps Jay-Z Disses Going, "Type To Not Feed No Workers, 'Cause He Grubbed Already" [Video].

50 Cent's "BISD" Projected To Move 160K First Week, Will Not Debut No. 1

November 18, 2009 5:00 PM

50 Cent's highly anticipated Before I Self Destruct is estimated to debut with first-week sales of approximately 160,000 units, losing out to singer John Mayer for the number one spot.

Continue reading 50 Cent's "BISD" Projected To Move 160K First Week, Will Not Debut No. 1.

Wale's Manager Reacts To "Attention: Deficit" First-Week Sales, Claims Label Under Shipped

November 18, 2009 4:00 PM

Wale's manager, Daniel Weisman, has shared his reaction to the rap newcomer's Attention: Deficit album selling over 28,000 copies its first-week in stores.

Continue reading Wale's Manager Reacts To "Attention: Deficit" First-Week Sales, Claims Label Under Shipped.

Method Man, Ghostface Killah & Raekwon Collabo Album Pushed Back, Says Rep

November 18, 2009 3:35 PM

The much-anticipated Method Man, Ghostface Killah and Raekwon collaboration album initially slated for release this December has reportedly been pushed back into next year.

Continue reading Method Man, Ghostface Killah & Raekwon Collabo Album Pushed Back, Says Rep.

Hell Rell Speaks On Dipset, "I Don't Know What The F*ck Is Going On W/ Cam'ron & Jim [Jones]" [Video]

November 18, 2009 3:05 PM

Dipset associate Hell Rell recently spoke on the falling out between Cam'ron and Jim Jones and weighed in on what it would take for him to choose a side of loyalty.

Continue reading Hell Rell Speaks On Dipset, "I Don't Know What The F*ck Is Going On W/ Cam'ron & Jim [Jones]" [Video].

Jaz-O Clears Up Jay-Z Gay Rumors, "I Never Said He Was A Homosexual" [Video]

November 18, 2009 1:35 PM

Jay-Z mentor Jaz-O has cleared up recent statements he made about the rap mogul after media reports quoted him as calling Hov a closeted homosexual.

Continue reading Jaz-O Clears Up Jay-Z Gay Rumors, "I Never Said He Was A Homosexual" [Video].

Dame Dash Says Lyor Cohen Influenced "Roc" Collapse, "He's A Mastermind" [Video]

November 18, 2009 12:35 PM

Roc-A-Fella co-founder Damon "Dame" Dash recently spoke on seeing his former record label collapse and said he still maintains "love" for his ex-associates including Jay-Z and Kanye West.

Continue reading Dame Dash Says Lyor Cohen Influenced "Roc" Collapse, "He's A Mastermind" [Video].

Pitbull On Rick Ross' Baby's Mother, "You're Disrespecting Yourself More Than Anything" [Video]

November 18, 2009 10:40 AM

Southern rapper Pitbull has weighed in on the recent publicity stunts of 50 Cent and Rick Ross' baby's mother Tia Kemp and compared their actions to those of professional wrestlers.

Continue reading Pitbull On Rick Ross' Baby's Mother, "You're Disrespecting Yourself More Than Anything" [Video].

50 Cent Talks Former G-Unit Members, "Game Ain't Really From The Streets"

November 18, 2009 10:10 AM

50 Cent recently discussed former G-Unit member, Game, and explained why the Black Wall Street leader's street credibility should be questioned.

Continue reading 50 Cent Talks Former G-Unit Members, "Game Ain't Really From The Streets".

Joe Budden Addresses Fabolous & Tahiry, "Leaking Pictures Of 50 [Cent] Feeling On Your A**?" [Audio]

November 17, 2009 8:56 PM

Joe Budden has taken to wax in order to address recent jokes made by Fabolous toward his current girlfriend, Somaya Reece, and to discuss his ex-lover Tahiry Jose's publicized photos with 50 Cent.

Continue reading Joe Budden Addresses Fabolous & Tahiry, "Leaking Pictures Of 50 [Cent] Feeling On Your A**?" [Audio].

50 Cent Downplays Jay-Z's Overseas Fame, "Jay-Z Is [Just] Beyonce's Husband"

November 17, 2009 5:55 PM

50 Cent will reportedly continue his Jay-Z taunts in the upcoming "Food For Thought: Conversations with 50 Cent" BET special airing later on this week.

Continue reading 50 Cent Downplays Jay-Z's Overseas Fame, "Jay-Z Is [Just] Beyonce's Husband".

Lil Wayne, Nicki Minaj & Drake's "Young Money" Compilation Tracklisting Revealed

November 17, 2009 5:20 PM

The tracklisting for Lil Wayne, Nicki Minaj and Drake's Young Money compilation album, We Are Young Money,  has landed online and shows the project featuring guest appearances from Lloyd, Birdman and Gucci Mane.

Continue reading Lil Wayne, Nicki Minaj & Drake's "Young Money" Compilation Tracklisting Revealed.

50 Cent & Rick Ross' Son Footage Lands Online, "I Got The Boys With Me" [Video]

November 17, 2009 12:15 PM

Footage from 50 Cent and Floyd Mayweather, Jr.'s weekend event with Rick Ross' ex-girlfriend and his son has landed online and features an appearance from Diddy.

Continue reading 50 Cent & Rick Ross' Son Footage Lands Online, "I Got The Boys With Me" [Video].

Gym Class Heroes' Travis McCoy Talks Debut Album, "People Don't Take Me Seriously As A Rapper"

November 17, 2009 11:55 AM

Gym Class Heroes' frontman Travis McCoy has announced plans to release a debut solo album, The Lazarus Project, and explained the lack of acknowledgment he receives as an emcee.

Continue reading Gym Class Heroes' Travis McCoy Talks Debut Album, "People Don't Take Me Seriously As A Rapper".

Cam'ron Kills Diplomat Reunion, "Dipset Is Over & [People] Gotta Get Over It" [Video]

November 17, 2009 11:30 AM

Dipset leader Cam'ron has once again turned down talks of putting together a Diplomat reunion with Jim Jones and Juelz Santana by saying their past movement is now "dead."

Continue reading Cam'ron Kills Diplomat Reunion, "Dipset Is Over & [People] Gotta Get Over It" [Video].

Charles Hamilton Emerges From Shadows, "I Run The Web" [Video]

November 17, 2009 10:55 AM

After months of silence, rap newcomer Charles Hamilton has released a "comeback" trailer professing his return to hip-hop despite past issues with critics and reports that he had been dropped from Interscope Records.

Continue reading Charles Hamilton Emerges From Shadows, "I Run The Web" [Video].

Rakim Stands By Maino Collabo, "[He's] A Real Dude & You Can Hear It In His Music" [Video]

November 17, 2009 10:30 AM

With Rakim's new album, The Seventh Seal, landing in stores today (November 17), SOHH hit up the rap mogul to find out his motivation for giving rap newcomer Maino a guest feature.

Continue reading Rakim Stands By Maino Collabo, "[He's] A Real Dude & You Can Hear It In His Music" [Video].

50 Cent Seals Film Production Deal, Re-Links W/ Val Kilmer For New Movie

November 17, 2009 10:10 AM

50 Cent's Cheetah Vision film company has joined forces with entrepreneur Richard Jackson to begin production on a new film and co-finance up to five movies a year in the future.

Continue reading 50 Cent Seals Film Production Deal, Re-Links W/ Val Kilmer For New Movie.

State Property's Freeway Reveals His Perfect Woman, "I Don't Like When A Chick Is Too Annoying"

November 16, 2009 5:30 PM

State Property's Freeway recently opened up about his personal romantic lifestyle and what characteristics make-up the "perfect" woman for him.

Continue reading State Property's Freeway Reveals His Perfect Woman, "I Don't Like When A Chick Is Too Annoying".

$500K Settlement Reached In DJ AM & Travis Barker Plane Crash

November 16, 2009 5:10 PM

A $500,000 settlement has been reached for one of the parties involved in Adam "DJ AM" Goldstein and Travis Barker's September 2008 plane crash.

Continue reading $500K Settlement Reached In DJ AM & Travis Barker Plane Crash.

Jay-Z Leaves Fans Hanging, Cancels Remaining 2009 "Blueprint 3" Shows

November 16, 2009 2:50 PM

Jay-Z has unexpectedly canceled his remaining Blueprint 3 2009 nationwide tour dates as a result of scheduling conflicts.

Continue reading Jay-Z Leaves Fans Hanging, Cancels Remaining 2009 "Blueprint 3" Shows.

Maino, Hell Rell, Saigon & More Announce Tribute Concert For Slain Fat Joe Associate

November 16, 2009 1:35 PM

New York rappers Maino, Hell Rell, Saigon, Uncle Murda and more have come together to announce a tribute concert this month for fatally slain Fat Joe associate Mike Beck.

Continue reading Maino, Hell Rell, Saigon & More Announce Tribute Concert For Slain Fat Joe Associate.

Wyclef Jean On Comeback Album, "It's Time For You All To Know Who I Am"

November 16, 2009 12:30 PM

The Fugees' former frontman Wyclef Jean has offered a few details surrounding his forthcoming self-titled album and said the comeback rap project will be one of his most personal releases to date.

Continue reading Wyclef Jean On Comeback Album, "It's Time For You All To Know Who I Am".

50 Cent Refuses Game Reunion, "That's Making An Event [&] Things For People To Talk About"

November 16, 2009 11:50 AM

50 Cent has turned the possibility of seeing a reunion with former G-Unit member Game and explained why a collaboration track will no happen.

Continue reading 50 Cent Refuses Game Reunion, "That's Making An Event [&] Things For People To Talk About".

J. Cole On Roc Nation Debut, "I Hit A Little Streak & Now I Got Some Stuff"

November 16, 2009 10:50 AM

Rap newcomer J. Cole recently updated fans on the status of his debut Roc Nation album and said he is roughly 75 percent complete with the solo project.

Continue reading J. Cole On Roc Nation Debut, "I Hit A Little Streak & Now I Got Some Stuff" .

50 Cent & Floyd Mayweather Give Rick Ross Low Blow, Take Photos W/ Rapper's Son

November 16, 2009 10:25 AM

50 Cent and Floyd Mayweather, Jr. have shown no signs of slowing down their Rick Ross taunts after new photos of the emcee's rivals posed with his son and ex-girlfriend landed online over the weekend.

Continue reading 50 Cent & Floyd Mayweather Give Rick Ross Low Blow, Take Photos W/ Rapper's Son.

Jay-Z Reportedly Signs Roc Nation's First Rock Group

November 16, 2009 10:20 AM

Jay-Z has reportedly signed rock-oriented group The Ting Tings to his Roc Nation company which would represent the rapper's first non-urban group on the company's artist roster.

Continue reading Jay-Z Reportedly Signs Roc Nation's First Rock Group.

Diddy Goes "Hard" In Las Vegas, "I'm The Black Sinatra, I'm Supposed To Be Out Here"

November 16, 2009 10:10 AM

Bad Boy CEO Diddy will help kick-off the launch of a new Hard Rock club in Las Vegas, Nevada called Vanity and has revealed some possible New Year's Eve plans.

Continue reading Diddy Goes "Hard" In Las Vegas, "I'm The Black Sinatra, I'm Supposed To Be Out Here".

Fabolous Says Reality Show Still On Deck, "It's Gonna Be About Young Fatherhood" [Video]

November 15, 2009 8:00 AM

Fabolous has shined some more light on his upcoming reality show and said an emphasis would be made on centering into life with his son.

Continue reading Fabolous Says Reality Show Still On Deck, "It's Gonna Be About Young Fatherhood" [Video].

Beanie Sigel Says Jay-Z Stopped Lil Wayne's "Greatest Rapper Alive" Pursuit [Video]

November 15, 2009 7:30 AM

Beanie Sigel has continue his war of words toward Jay-Z by accusing the rap mogul of dying down Lil Wayne's past pursuit of being known as the "Greatest Rapper Alive."

Continue reading Beanie Sigel Says Jay-Z Stopped Lil Wayne's "Greatest Rapper Alive" Pursuit [Video].

Joe Budden Addresses Fabolous' Somaya Reece Disses, "Some Of Them Jokes Really Weren't Funny To Me" [Video]

November 15, 2009 7:00 AM

Joe Budden has addressed recent controversial Twitter remarks made by Fabolous toward his new love interest, Somaya Reece, and said the statements placed him in an "awkward" position.

Continue reading Joe Budden Addresses Fabolous' Somaya Reece Disses, "Some Of Them Jokes Really Weren't Funny To Me" [Video].

Boxer Pacquiao Victorious, Slaughterhouse, Diddy & Q-Tip React

November 15, 2009 12:30 AM

Slaughterhouse, Diddy and Q-Tip checked in Saturday (November 14) night to share their Twitter reactions of boxer Manny Pacquiao successfully defeating Miguel Cotto in a publicized Las Vegas match-up.

Continue reading Boxer Pacquiao Victorious, Slaughterhouse, Diddy & Q-Tip React.

DJ AM's Mom Blames Plane Crash On Fatal Drug Overdose, Continues $20 Mil Lawsuit

November 14, 2009 8:00 AM

The late Adam "DJ AM" Goldstein's mother has reportedly continued a lawsuit previously filed by her son against Learjet and said the deejay's near fatal September 2008 plane crash ultimately led to his death last summer.

Continue reading DJ AM's Mom Blames Plane Crash On Fatal Drug Overdose, Continues $20 Mil Lawsuit.

Joe Budden's New Girlfriend On Tahiry, "It's Wrong That Everyone Is Judging Her"

November 14, 2009 7:30 AM

Joe Budden's new girlfriend, Somaya Reece, has broken her silence on Tahiry Jose by speaking up for the rapper's former lover and defending her against the public's negative judgment.

Continue reading Joe Budden's New Girlfriend On Tahiry, "It's Wrong That Everyone Is Judging Her".

50 Cent On Rap Battling Jay-Z, "It Would Be Great For Hip-Hop"

November 14, 2009 7:00 AM

50 Cent recently discussed the benefits of going at Jay-Z on wax with a rap battle, however, he said the outcome would likely not end well for the losing emcee.

Continue reading 50 Cent On Rap Battling Jay-Z, "It Would Be Great For Hip-Hop".

Joe Budden Gets Personal On "My Ex" Song, "I'm Now, She's Before" [Audio]

November 13, 2009 5:55 PM

Joe Budden has provided his vocals on a new Kevin Cossom song called "My Ex" just weeks after his publicized break-up with King Magazine covergirl Tahiry Jose.

Continue reading Joe Budden Gets Personal On "My Ex" Song, "I'm Now, She's Before" [Audio].

Lil Scrappy On Jay-Z/Beanie Sigel Dispute, "When You Go Against One Another, You Really Don't Make No Money" [Video]

November 13, 2009 3:50 PM

In light of the recent Beanie Sigel and Jay-Z disputes, SOHH reached out to Lil Scrappy, known for having past record label issues with Lil Jon and Trillville, to get his reaction to the former associates problems.

Continue reading Lil Scrappy On Jay-Z/Beanie Sigel Dispute, "When You Go Against One Another, You Really Don't Make No Money" [Video].

Coolio Confirms Replacing DMX For MMA Fight, "I Don't Plan On Losing"

November 13, 2009 1:25 PM

Rap veteran Coolio has confirmed recent reports which claimed he would replace DMX in next month's Alabama Pride celebrity mixed martial arts match.

Continue reading Coolio Confirms Replacing DMX For MMA Fight, "I Don't Plan On Losing".

Mase Wants Chris Brown Collaboration Record, "Let's Do A Smash!"

November 13, 2009 12:55 PM

Showing his return to rap is more than hype, Mase has begun reaching out to artists for collaborations, including Chris Brown, in hopes of recording over 75 songs by February.

Continue reading Mase Wants Chris Brown Collaboration Record, "Let's Do A Smash!" .

Rihanna, Kanye West & Jamie Foxx Request Soulja Boy Tell Em, "My Portfolio Is Only Getting Longer"

November 13, 2009 11:15 AM

Teen rapper Soulja Boy Tell Em has revealed that  Kanye West, Rihanna and Jamie Foxx have requested his production for their new records.

Continue reading Rihanna, Kanye West & Jamie Foxx Request Soulja Boy Tell Em, "My Portfolio Is Only Getting Longer".

Chris Brown Publicly Addresses Rihanna, "I Was Wrong For What I Did" [Video]

November 13, 2009 11:10 AM

Chris Brown has addressed his publicized domestic dispute with ex-girlfriend Rihanna on a special airing of BET's "106 & Park" this week.

Continue reading Chris Brown Publicly Addresses Rihanna, "I Was Wrong For What I Did" [Video].

UPDATE: Lil Kim Responds To UK Promoters, "[I] Never Received Any Money From Them"

November 13, 2009 10:20 AM

Less than 24 hours after reports surfaced alleging  Lil Kim of stiffing United Kingdom club promoters for $20,000, the Queen B has responded saying she never received money from them.

Continue reading UPDATE: Lil Kim Responds To UK Promoters, "[I] Never Received Any Money From Them".

Game, N.O.R.E. & Skillz React To Gucci Mane's Prison Bid, "All The Homies Gettin' Locked The F*ck Up"

November 13, 2009 10:15 AM

Game, N.O.R.E., Skillz and more have shared their reactions to yesterday's reports of Gucci Mane being sent to prison for reportedly violating his probation.

Continue reading Game, N.O.R.E. & Skillz React To Gucci Mane's Prison Bid, "All The Homies Gettin' Locked The F*ck Up".

50 Cent Fires Shots At Jay-Z On Beanie Sigel Collabo, "You A Pass The Grey Poupon A** N*gga" [Audio]

November 12, 2009 9:31 PM

50 Cent and Beanie Sigel's highly-anticipated "I Go Off" collaboration record has landed online the night prior to its official release and features the G-Unit leader taking shots at Jay-Z.

Continue reading 50 Cent Fires Shots At Jay-Z On Beanie Sigel Collabo, "You A Pass The Grey Poupon A** N*gga" [Audio].

50 Cent Sues Rap Website Over Unauthorized Image Use, "It's Already Too Late For [Them]"

November 12, 2009 5:56 PM

G-Unit's 50 Cent has detailed plans to sue popular rap website World Star Hip Hop on terms of the video-based destination illegally using his image on its main page.

Continue reading 50 Cent Sues Rap Website Over Unauthorized Image Use, "It's Already Too Late For [Them]".

UPDATE: Mike Tyson Rep On LAX Arrest: "He Acted In Self-Defense As A Father"

November 12, 2009 5:55 PM

A Mike Tyson representative has spoken on the boxer's arrest last night (November 11) at Los Angeles International Airport and said his attack on a photographer was solely for self-defense.

Continue reading UPDATE: Mike Tyson Rep On LAX Arrest: "He Acted In Self-Defense As A Father".

Freeway Preps Special "Freelapse" Mixtape, "It's A Tribute To Eminem"

November 12, 2009 5:15 PM

State Property's Freeway has announced plans to drop a new mixtape called Freelapse which will pay homage to Eminem's platinum-certified Relapse album.

Continue reading Freeway Preps Special "Freelapse" Mixtape, "It's A Tribute To Eminem" .

Chris Brown On Working W/ Soulja Boy, "He Does Records That Are The Easiest Records Ever"

November 12, 2009 4:25 PM

R&B singer Chris Brown recently discussed teaming up with Soulja Boy Tell Em for their "Bad" collaboration and described how the teen rapper's songs become smash hits.

Continue reading Chris Brown On Working W/ Soulja Boy, "He Does Records That Are The Easiest Records Ever".

Lil Kim Reportedly Stiffs UK Promoters Over Nosebleed, Faces $20K Lawsuit

November 12, 2009 1:20 PM

New York rapper Lil Kim is reportedly facing a $20,000 lawsuit by United Kingdom club promoters who claim she did not appear at pre-paid venues earlier this month.

Continue reading Lil Kim Reportedly Stiffs UK Promoters Over Nosebleed, Faces $20K Lawsuit.

50 Cent & Beanie Sigel's "I Go Off" Collabo Snippet Lands Online

November 12, 2009 11:00 AM

50 Cent and Beanie Sigel's upcoming "I Go Off" collaboration record has landed online nearly 48 hours ahead of schedule via a 30-second snippet of the song.

Continue reading 50 Cent & Beanie Sigel's "I Go Off" Collabo Snippet Lands Online.

Mike Epps Not Interested In "How High" Sequel, "No Offense To Redman, Method Man Or The Project" [Video]

November 12, 2009 10:35 AM

With recent Redman talks of trying to get production rolling for a How High sequel, SOHH spoke with the original film's actor, Mike Epps, to find out if he would reprise his role as "Baby Powder" if given the opportunity.

Continue reading Mike Epps Not Interested In "How High" Sequel, "No Offense To Redman, Method Man Or The Project" [Video].

Wale's "Attention: Deficit" Projected To Sell 28K In First-Week Sales

November 12, 2009 10:20 AM

Rap newcomer Wale's Attention: Deficit album debut is reportedly en route to move around 28,000 copies after seven days in retail stores across the nation.

Continue reading Wale's "Attention: Deficit" Projected To Sell 28K In First-Week Sales.

Flavor Flav's Tax Problems Revealed, Rapper Owes $183K To Government

November 12, 2009 10:00 AM

Rapper-turned-reality star Flavor Flav has had his tax records land online showing him owing over $183,000 to the state of California.

Continue reading Flavor Flav's Tax Problems Revealed, Rapper Owes $183K To Government.

Mike Tyson Arrested At LAX Airport, Reportedly Punched Paparazzo

November 11, 2009 10:54 PM

Renowned boxer Mike Tyson has reportedly been arrested at Los Angeles International Airport on battery charges for attacking a paparazzo.

Continue reading Mike Tyson Arrested At LAX Airport, Reportedly Punched Paparazzo.

Freeway Stays Neutral In Jay-Z/Beanie Sigel Dispute, "That's The Big Homie & It's Still All Love"

November 11, 2009 5:30 PM

As tension rises between Beanie Sigel and Jay-Z, State Property's Freeway has voiced his thoughts and promised to keep a neutral position in the war of words.

Continue reading Freeway Stays Neutral In Jay-Z/Beanie Sigel Dispute, "That's The Big Homie & It's Still All Love".

TONIGHT: Eminem, Kanye West, T.I. & More Face-Off On FUSE TV's "Top 20 Hip-Hop Videos" Countdown

November 11, 2009 5:00 PM

Tonight, the Fuse TV Network will broadcast its Top 20 Hip-Hop Videos Of All Time countdown which will consist of selections by renowned rappers including the late Biggie Smalls, Eminem, Kanye West, T.I., 50 Cent and more.

Continue reading TONIGHT: Eminem, Kanye West, T.I. & More Face-Off On FUSE TV's "Top 20 Hip-Hop Videos" Countdown.

The Clipse Break Silence On Jailed Manager, "The Situation Has Been Hard As Well As Heartbreaking"

November 11, 2009 4:00 PM

The Clipse have broken their silence on former manager Anthony "Geezy" Gonzalez after he pleaded guilty to drug trafficking charges last month.

Continue reading The Clipse Break Silence On Jailed Manager, "The Situation Has Been Hard As Well As Heartbreaking".

Michael Jackson's Still Got "It", Jay-Z Loses His Top 10 Imprint Plus Amerie & Ryan Leslie Invade The Charts

November 11, 2009 2:30 PM

In this week's Sales Wrap, Michael Jackson still has it at No. 2, Jay-Z falls out of Top 10 and new releases from Shwayze, Amerie and Ryan Leslie invade the charts.

Continue reading Michael Jackson's Still Got "It", Jay-Z Loses His Top 10 Imprint Plus Amerie & Ryan Leslie Invade The Charts.

DJ Kay Slay Talks Papoose Debut Album Delay, "There [Were] Creative Control Conflicts"

November 11, 2009 1:00 PM

Known for helping land Papoose a $1.5 million recording contract with Jive Records in 2006, New York's DJ Kay Slay recently said record label conflicts have caused the rapper's long-awaited debut album delay.

Continue reading DJ Kay Slay Talks Papoose Debut Album Delay, "There [Were] Creative Control Conflicts".

J. Cole Not Planning Beanie Sigel Diss Record W/ Jay-Z, "That's Not Even My Place" [Video]

November 11, 2009 12:10 PM

Roc Nation's J. Cole recently spoke on his reaction to hearing Beanie Sigel airing out Jay-Z in interviews and on the "Average Cat" song and said he had no intention to team with Hov for a diss record.

Continue reading J. Cole Not Planning Beanie Sigel Diss Record W/ Jay-Z, "That's Not Even My Place" [Video].

Wu-Tang Clan Associates Busted On Drug Charges, "It Was Like A Cheech & Chong Movie" [Video]

November 11, 2009 11:25 AM

Wu-Tang Clan associates DJ Mathematics and Streetlife were arrested this week in Arkansas on multiple drug charges after their tour bus was stopped for speeding.

Continue reading Wu-Tang Clan Associates Busted On Drug Charges, "It Was Like A Cheech & Chong Movie" [Video].

Lloyd Banks & Tony Yayo On Beanie Sigel Possibly Joining G-Unit, "There's A Big Bag Of Money Coming" [Video]

November 11, 2009 10:15 AM

After recent talks of former Roc-A-Fella artist Beanie Sigel joining G-Unit Records, Lloyd Banks and Tony Yayo shared their reactions on the possibility of the rapper signing with 50 Cent.

Continue reading Lloyd Banks & Tony Yayo On Beanie Sigel Possibly Joining G-Unit, "There's A Big Bag Of Money Coming" [Video].

50 Cent Released Mobb Deep From G-Unit Records, Says Game Is Still Signed To His Label

November 10, 2009 6:00 PM

50 Cent recently updated fans on the status of G-Unit Records and explained why his associates Mobb Deep are no longer on the label and revealed Young Buck and Game's Unit status.

Continue reading 50 Cent Released Mobb Deep From G-Unit Records, Says Game Is Still Signed To His Label.

Juelz Santana On "Born To Lose, Built To Win" LP, "You Gotta Give People More"

November 10, 2009 3:30 PM

Dipset's Juelz Santana recently spoke with SOHH about the anticipation behind his Born To Lose, Built To Win album and why he has not rushed its release.

Continue reading Juelz Santana On "Born To Lose, Built To Win" LP, "You Gotta Give People More".

Jay-Z Hints At Child W/ Beyonce, Rapper Reportedly "Ready" For Baby

November 10, 2009 2:00 PM

Jay-Z has reportedly hinted that he is ready to have his first child with wife and R&B singer, Beyonce Knowles.

Continue reading Jay-Z Hints At Child W/ Beyonce, Rapper Reportedly "Ready" For Baby.

50 Cent's "Before I Self Destruct" Lands No. 1 On iTunes

November 10, 2009 1:55 PM

50 Cent's long-awaited Before I Self Destruct album has secured the top spot on the new digital records chart on iTunes today, a day after its online release.

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DMX's Tax Problems Exposed, Rapper Owes $1.5 Million

November 10, 2009 12:45 PM

Rapper Earl "DMX" Simmons has had his tax problems exposed as new reports show the former Def Jam artist owing roughly $1.5 million to the IRS and New York state.

Continue reading DMX's Tax Problems Exposed, Rapper Owes $1.5 Million.

Fabolous Goes At Joe Budden's New Girlfriend, "Keep My Name Outta Tahiry's V*gina, I Mean Your Mouth!"

November 10, 2009 11:45 AM

Fabolous has shown no signs of dying down his Twitter voice as of late by now calling out Joe Budden's new girlfriend, Somaya Reece, in a number of playful yet hard-hitting taunts.

Continue reading Fabolous Goes At Joe Budden's New Girlfriend, "Keep My Name Outta Tahiry's V*gina, I Mean Your Mouth!".

Drake Avoids Freestyles, "That's Just Not My Creative Process"

November 10, 2009 10:30 AM

Young Money's Drake recently discussed the controversy he found himself in last summer when he read a "freestyle" from his phone during a radio interview.

Continue reading Drake Avoids Freestyles, "That's Just Not My Creative Process".

Juelz Santana On Re-Linking W/ Cam'ron In Future, "I Would Love To Do Anything For The Fans"

November 9, 2009 6:00 PM

Juelz Santana has re-sparked talks of what it would take to once again team up with Cam'ron and give life to their Dipset movement they created with Jim Jones and Freekey Zeeky.

Continue reading Juelz Santana On Re-Linking W/ Cam'ron In Future, "I Would Love To Do Anything For The Fans".

Jaz-O Discusses Jay-Z/Beanie Sigel Dispute, "I Told Y'all In 2002 & Y'all Ain't Believe Me" [Video]

November 9, 2009 4:45 PM

Jay-Z's rap mentor, Jaz-O, has shared his reaction to former Roc-A-Fella artist Beanie Sigel attacking Hov for shady business practices and said he has been preaching the same message since 2002.

Continue reading Jaz-O Discusses Jay-Z/Beanie Sigel Dispute, "I Told Y'all In 2002 & Y'all Ain't Believe Me" [Video] .

Redman Talks Eminem, "I Will F*ck W/ Shady Records Because They're New"

November 9, 2009 1:45 PM

Def Jam's Redman recently spoke on his relationship with Eminem and explained what it would take for the two emcees to re-connect for a collaboration track.

Continue reading Redman Talks Eminem, "I Will F*ck W/ Shady Records Because They're New".

UPDATE: DMX Replaced By Coolio For Mixed Martial Arts Match

November 9, 2009 12:10 PM

Rapper Coolio will replace DMX in the upcoming Alabama Pride mixed martial arts fight next month since the former Def Jam could not reach an agreement with the event's promoter.

Continue reading UPDATE: DMX Replaced By Coolio For Mixed Martial Arts Match.

Comedian Katt Williams Arrested, Remains Jailed On Burglary & Trespassing Charges

November 9, 2009 12:05 PM

Comedian Katt Williams was reportedly arrested last night (November 8) in Georgia on burglary charges and will remain behind bars until a bail is set later today.

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Rick Ross On Nas As Def Jam President, "I Want Rap N*ggas To Takeover Everything" [Video]

November 9, 2009 11:45 AM

Following reports of Nas possibly receiving an opportunity to become Def Jam Records president, SOHH spoke with the rapper's labelmate, Rick Ross, to get his reaction.

Continue reading Rick Ross On Nas As Def Jam President, "I Want Rap N*ggas To Takeover Everything" [Video].

Mariah Carey's "Precious" Makes Impressive $1.8 Mil Debut W/ Limited Release

November 9, 2009 11:10 AM

Award-winning singer Mariah Carey's new film, Precious, premiered over the weekend with an impressive $1.8 million in box office sales despite running in just 18 theaters throughout the United States.

Continue reading Mariah Carey's "Precious" Makes Impressive $1.8 Mil Debut W/ Limited Release.

Big Boi On Rihanna's Televised Interview, "Nothing Excuses Violence Against Women" [Audio]

November 9, 2009 10:08 AM

OutKast's Big Boi has shared his reaction to Rihanna's televised interview over the weekend and even retweetted his fans' opinions on Twitter.

Continue reading Big Boi On Rihanna's Televised Interview, "Nothing Excuses Violence Against Women" [Audio] .

50 Cent Speaks On Working W/ Dr. Dre, "I've Been Recording For 'Detox' 2 Years Ago" [Video]

November 8, 2009 12:10 PM

50 Cent recently discussed his studio relationship with Dr. Dre and his involvement in the long-delayed Detox album.

Continue reading 50 Cent Speaks On Working W/ Dr. Dre, "I've Been Recording For 'Detox' 2 Years Ago" [Video].

Joe Budden Moves Past Tahiry W/ New Girlfriend Somaya Reece, "I Will Be Good To Joe, Always" [Video]

November 8, 2009 12:00 PM

Showing he has moved past ex-girlfriend Tahiry, Joe Budden recently introduced fans to his newest love interest, model Somaya Reece, during a live blog cast.

Continue reading Joe Budden Moves Past Tahiry W/ New Girlfriend Somaya Reece, "I Will Be Good To Joe, Always" [Video].

Rick Ross Justifies Remixing 50 Cent's "Baby By Me" Song, "I Had To Touch That" [Audio]

November 8, 2009 10:00 AM

Rick Ross recently justified his reasons behind remixing 50 Cent's "Baby By Me" single and shared an opinion on his rap rival's leaked album, Before I Self Destruct.

Continue reading Rick Ross Justifies Remixing 50 Cent's "Baby By Me" Song, "I Had To Touch That" [Audio].

Chris Brown Reacts To Rihanna's Tell-All Interview, "The Details Should Remain A Private Matter Between Us"

November 7, 2009 2:00 PM

Less than 24 hours after Rihanna's tell-all interviews have circulated online detailing her publicized domestic dispute with ex-boyfriend Chris Brown, the male singer has released a statement.

Continue reading Chris Brown Reacts To Rihanna's Tell-All Interview, "The Details Should Remain A Private Matter Between Us".

50 Cent Unfazed By "BISD" Leak, "The Response Is So Good That I Know [It's] A Hit" [Video]

November 7, 2009 10:00 AM

50 Cent recently discussed his reaction to Before I Self Destruct leaking nearly a month in advance of its release date and why this project's focus is more based on generating interest for his live shows.

Continue reading 50 Cent Unfazed By "BISD" Leak, "The Response Is So Good That I Know [It's] A Hit" [Video].

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