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Jay-Z Breaks Down "The Blueprint" Trilogy, "I Ain't Have A Reason To Do The Third One" [Video]

March 21, 2010 10:05 AM

Rap mogul Jay-Z has explained his reasons for making a Blueprint trilogy and said that there was no initial purpose behind his latest platinum-selling album, The Blueprint III.

Continue reading Jay-Z Breaks Down "The Blueprint" Trilogy, "I Ain't Have A Reason To Do The Third One" [Video].

Fabolous Promises Strong Twitter Return, "The Words 'Fell Off' Has Caused Me To Come Back"

March 21, 2010 9:16 AM

New York rapper Fabolous has promised a strong return to Twitter beginning tomorrow (March 22) and said he has not "fallen off."

Continue reading Fabolous Promises Strong Twitter Return, "The Words 'Fell Off' Has Caused Me To Come Back".

Lloyd Banks On Trina's Nude Photos Leaking, "That's Something I Wanted To See For A Minute"

March 20, 2010 9:36 AM

G-Unit's Lloyd Banks has shared his reaction to Trina's nude photos being leaked online earlier this month and explained why he will never be a victim to stolen explicit images.

Continue reading Lloyd Banks On Trina's Nude Photos Leaking, "That's Something I Wanted To See For A Minute".

Nicki Minaj Straps Sean Garrett To "Massive Attack" Music Video

March 20, 2010 8:17 AM

Young Money's Nicki Minaj has added song collaborator Sean Garrett to her upcoming "Massive Attack" music video.

Continue reading Nicki Minaj Straps Sean Garrett To "Massive Attack" Music Video.

50 Cent Magically Quits Rap, Drake Won't Shut Up, Game Becomes Mr. Potato Head Again

March 19, 2010 11:55 PM

In this week's Pulse Report, doggies, we got sh*t steaming out the pot as we look at 5-0 Cent "magically" making his a** disappear from rap, ask Drake to get "over" himself, laugh at Game turning back into Mr. Potato Head, see Jim Jones blog about Cam'ron and SOHH much more!

Continue reading 50 Cent Magically Quits Rap, Drake Won't Shut Up, Game Becomes Mr. Potato Head Again.

Max B's Manager On Rapper's 75 Year Sentence, "He's Gonna Try To Hopefully Go Back To Trial"

March 19, 2010 4:50 PM

Max B's manager, Jolie O'Shay, has updated fans on the status of her incarcerated client.

Continue reading Max B's Manager On Rapper's 75 Year Sentence, "He's Gonna Try To Hopefully Go Back To Trial".

50 Cent Plans Long Stay In Rap, "I Don't Think I'll Retire"

March 19, 2010 12:45 PM

G-Unit leader 50 Cent has said despite past statements about retiring from rap music, he does not see himself ever hanging up the microphone.

Continue reading 50 Cent Plans Long Stay In Rap, "I Don't Think I'll Retire".

Juelz Santana Talks Lil Wayne's Jail Bid, "We Gotta Make Sure The Homie's Good" [Audio]

March 19, 2010 12:10 PM

Dipset's Juelz Santana recently said he has been in touch with Lil Wayne during his current incarceration

Continue reading Juelz Santana Talks Lil Wayne's Jail Bid, "We Gotta Make Sure The Homie's Good" [Audio].

Waka Flocka Flame Co-Signs Nicki Minaj, "She's Fire With The Rapping"

March 19, 2010 11:45 AM

Incarcerated rapper Waka Flocka Flame recently talked about Nicki Minaj's rap skills and her rising popularity.

Continue reading Waka Flocka Flame Co-Signs Nicki Minaj, "She's Fire With The Rapping".

Director Anthony Mandler On Working W/ Jay-Z, "There's Nobody More Intimidating Than Him"

March 19, 2010 10:40 AM

Music video director Anthony Mandler recently discussed why Jay-Z is the most intimidating performer he has worked with.

Continue reading Director Anthony Mandler On Working W/ Jay-Z, "There's Nobody More Intimidating Than Him".

Drake On Jay-Z's "Thank Me Later" Guest Feature, "It's Real Rap"

March 19, 2010 10:13 AM

Young Money's Drake has opened up about, "Light It Up," his collaboration with Jay-Z from his upcoming Thank Me Later debut album.

Continue reading Drake On Jay-Z's "Thank Me Later" Guest Feature, "It's Real Rap".

50 Cent Addresses Rick Ross' Sextape Lawsuit, "That Wasn't Me, That Was Pimpin' Curly"

March 18, 2010 6:00 PM

Rapper 50 Cent has addressed the recent lawsuit filed by Rick Ross' ex-girlfriend after he released and narrated sex tape of her last year.

Continue reading 50 Cent Addresses Rick Ross' Sextape Lawsuit, "That Wasn't Me, That Was Pimpin' Curly".

50 Cent Sprinkles More "Black Magic" Details, "I Just Want To Create Something That's Outta The Box"

March 18, 2010 5:45 PM

G-Unit leader 50 Cent has opened up about his upcoming Black Magic album and said he will proceed to take a more experimental approach to writing his new rap records.

Continue reading 50 Cent Sprinkles More "Black Magic" Details, "I Just Want To Create Something That's Outta The Box".

Dame Grease Signs On To Produce LOX Album, "Jadakiss Asked Me Personally" [Video]

March 18, 2010 5:10 PM

Producer Dame Grease has announced his role as executive producer on the forthcoming LOX album.

Continue reading Dame Grease Signs On To Produce LOX Album, "Jadakiss Asked Me Personally" [Video].

Antoine Fuqua Confirms Escobar Film In Works, "I'm Trying To Tell A Story About A Revolutionary Who Lost His Way"

March 18, 2010 3:50 PM

Movie director Antoine Fuqua recently hit up SOHH and confirmed recent speculation that he is involved in the production of an upcoming Pablo Escobar biopic.

Continue reading Antoine Fuqua Confirms Escobar Film In Works, "I'm Trying To Tell A Story About A Revolutionary Who Lost His Way".

Diddy Announces T.I. Collabo On "Last Train To Paris" Album [Audio]

March 18, 2010 12:05 PM

Rap mogul Diddy has announced that his upcoming Last Train to Paris album will feature a collaboration with rapper T.I.

Continue reading Diddy Announces T.I. Collabo On "Last Train To Paris" Album [Audio].

Bun B Imagines Chris Brown In "Last Dragon" Remake W/ Rihanna, "He Would Have Killed This Movie"

March 18, 2010 10:50 AM

UGK's Bun B recently shared his thoughts about the upcoming remake of the Last Dragon film and explained why R&B singer Chris Brown would have made an excellent lead.

Continue reading Bun B Imagines Chris Brown In "Last Dragon" Remake W/ Rihanna, "He Would Have Killed This Movie".

Juelz Santana On Rocking The Mic W/ Lloyd Banks, "We Was Both Spitting"

March 18, 2010 10:15 AM

Dipset's Juelz Santana recently discussed sharing the microphone with G-Unit's Lloyd Banks on their smash hit "Beamer, Benz or Bentley" and why not all collaborations are necessarily good ones.

Continue reading Juelz Santana On Rocking The Mic W/ Lloyd Banks, "We Was Both Spitting".

J. Cole On Developing His Rap Skills, "I'm Drawn Toward Storytellers Like Nas"

March 17, 2010 6:10 PM

Roc Nation's J. Cole recently revealed his admiration for Nas and explained why the New York rapper has influenced his method of storytelling in songs.

Continue reading J. Cole On Developing His Rap Skills, "I'm Drawn Toward Storytellers Like Nas".

Juelz Santana Recruits Fabolous, Jadakiss & Lloyd Banks For NYC Anthem, "I'm Drawing More Attention To Myself"

March 17, 2010 4:25 PM

Dipset's Juelz Santana has announced a forthcoming New York anthem featuring Fabolous, Jadakiss and Lloyd Banks.

Continue reading Juelz Santana Recruits Fabolous, Jadakiss & Lloyd Banks For NYC Anthem, "I'm Drawing More Attention To Myself".

Tony Yayo On Olivia Costing 50 Cent Millions, "He Spent $2 Mil On Something That Didn't Lift Off Yet" [Video]

March 17, 2010 4:15 PM

G-Unit's Tony Yayo has addressed former labelmate Olivia's time on 50 Cent's artist roster and shared his view of the singer costing his boss millions of dollars.

Continue reading Tony Yayo On Olivia Costing 50 Cent Millions, "He Spent $2 Mil On Something That Didn't Lift Off Yet" [Video].

Wyclef Jean Accused Of Paying $105K In Haiti Relief Aid To Mistress

March 17, 2010 1:30 PM

Rapper Wyclef Jean is reportedly being accused of paying an alleged mistress $105,000 through his Yele Haiti charity fund.

Continue reading Wyclef Jean Accused Of Paying $105K In Haiti Relief Aid To Mistress.

Ludacris Battles For No. 1, Gorillaz Swing Into Top 5 & Kidz In The Hall Drop Third Album

March 17, 2010 1:20 PM

In this week's Sales Wrap, Ludacris battles his way to the top of the charts, Gorillaz swing into the Top 5 and rap duo Kidz In The Hall miss the Top 200.

Continue reading Ludacris Battles For No. 1, Gorillaz Swing Into Top 5 & Kidz In The Hall Drop Third Album.

Jay-Z Earns His Rock Stripes W/ Jack White Collabo, "It's Unbelievable-Sounding"

March 17, 2010 12:10 PM

Rap mogul Jay-Z has reportedly clocked in studio time with rocker Jack White for an upcoming collaboration track.

Continue reading Jay-Z Earns His Rock Stripes W/ Jack White Collabo, "It's Unbelievable-Sounding".

Lloyd Banks On Game & Young Buck's G-Unit Exits, "It's Easier To Jump Ship When You Ain't Part Of The Crew"

March 17, 2010 11:30 AM

New York rapper Lloyd Banks recently addressed his relationship with 50 Cent and explained how his loyalty to the G-Unit general differs from that of defectors like Young Buck and Game.

Continue reading Lloyd Banks On Game & Young Buck's G-Unit Exits, "It's Easier To Jump Ship When You Ain't Part Of The Crew".

Nicki Minaj Recruits Amber Rose For "Massive Attack" Music Vid, "It's Really Fashion & Beauty Shots"

March 17, 2010 11:15 AM

Young Money's Nicki Minaj tapped model Amber Rose to appear in her upcoming "Massive Attack" music video that was recently shot in California.

Continue reading Nicki Minaj Recruits Amber Rose For "Massive Attack" Music Vid, "It's Really Fashion & Beauty Shots".

J. Cole On Gaining "Confidence" From Jay-Z, "I Used To Worry About Performing" [Audio]

March 17, 2010 10:15 AM

Roc Nation's J. Cole recently discussed how touring with rap mogul Jay-Z has improved his on-stage performance skills.

Continue reading J. Cole On Gaining "Confidence" From Jay-Z, "I Used To Worry About Performing" [Audio].

UPDATE: DMX Heads Back To Jail, Sentenced To Six Months Behind Bars

March 16, 2010 9:27 PM

Troubled rapper Earl "DMX" Simmons has reportedly been sentenced to six months behind bars after violating the terms of his probation earlier this month.

Continue reading UPDATE: DMX Heads Back To Jail, Sentenced To Six Months Behind Bars.

Lloyd Banks On G-Unit Records Going Independent, "It's A Very Smart Option"

March 16, 2010 5:15 PM

G-Unit's Lloyd Banks has addressed recent speculation that 50 Cent's record label is going to be an independent company.

Continue reading Lloyd Banks On G-Unit Records Going Independent, "It's A Very Smart Option".

Nicki Minaj Takes A Bite Outta Barbie's Toe Game

March 16, 2010 2:00 PM

For Caption Diss, the good ol' peeps at SOHH are crankin' sh*t up a few notches to give y'all, the readers, a chance to keep it real and throw up what the final word is. The "Best We've Ever Read" headline gets to rock that SOHH Caption Diss crown for seven days, Barbies fellas!

Continue reading Nicki Minaj Takes A Bite Outta Barbie's Toe Game.

Damian Marley Confirms Lil Wayne "Distant Relatives" Guest Spot, "He Really Showed A Lot Of Respect In His Verse"

March 16, 2010 1:00 PM

Rapper Damian Marley has confirmed recent reports that Lil Wayne will be featured on his upcoming Nas collaboration album, Distant Relatives.

Continue reading Damian Marley Confirms Lil Wayne "Distant Relatives" Guest Spot, "He Really Showed A Lot Of Respect In His Verse".

Nicki Minaj Wants Beyonce Collabo, "I Think She Could Embody My Crazy Swag In A Female R&B World"

March 16, 2010 10:30 AM

Young Money rapper Nicki Minaj has revealed her interest in linking with Beyonce for a collaboration and said she admires the superstar's "fearless" characteristics.

Continue reading Nicki Minaj Wants Beyonce Collabo, "I Think She Could Embody My Crazy Swag In A Female R&B World".

Soulja Boy, Nicki Minaj, Ludacris, Trina & More Invade BET's "Rip The Runway"

March 16, 2010 10:15 AM

Rappers Soulja Boy Tell Em, Nicki Minaj, Ludacris, Trina and more were featured on last night's airing of the BET special "Rip the Runway."

Continue reading Soulja Boy, Nicki Minaj, Ludacris, Trina & More Invade BET's "Rip The Runway".

DMX & Omillio Sparks Hit The Big Screen In New Movie

March 15, 2010 2:20 PM

Rappers DMX and Omillio Sparks have teamed up to star in the upcoming thriller  flick, 48 Hours Till Dark.

Continue reading DMX & Omillio Sparks Hit The Big Screen In New Movie.

Lloyd Banks Analyzes Lost Boyz's "Jeeps, Lex Coupes Bimas" Comparison

March 15, 2010 2:10 PM

G-Unit's Lloyd Banks has addressed the comparison of his hit "Beamer, Benz or Bentley" to the Lost Boyz's 1995 anthem, "Jeeps, Lex Coupes, Bimas and Benz".

Continue reading Lloyd Banks Analyzes Lost Boyz's "Jeeps, Lex Coupes Bimas" Comparison.

Olivia Locks Ne-Yo & Missy Elliot Collabos For Post G-Unit Album

March 15, 2010 1:05 PM

R&B singer Olivia has reportedly locked in collaborations with Ne-Yo and Missy Elliot for her upcoming post G-Unit album, Show the World.

Continue reading Olivia Locks Ne-Yo & Missy Elliot Collabos For Post G-Unit Album.

Jim Jones On Cam'ron Falling Out, "I Don't Think We Actually Turned On Each Other"

March 15, 2010 1:00 PM

Dipset's Jim Jones has addressed his past falling out with ex-associate Cam'ron and said he's optimistic about a reunion.

Continue reading Jim Jones On Cam'ron Falling Out, "I Don't Think We Actually Turned On Each Other".

"Brooklyn's Finest" Director On Reviving Wesley Snipes' Career, "At Some Point You Just Gotta Take A Chance"

March 15, 2010 12:15 PM

Brooklyn's Finest director Antoine Fuqua hit up SOHH to discuss tapping Wesley Snipes to star in his film and share his reaction to its recent box office success.

Continue reading "Brooklyn's Finest" Director On Reviving Wesley Snipes' Career, "At Some Point You Just Gotta Take A Chance".

Lloyd Banks & Juelz Santana Debut "Beamer" Music Vid, Beanie Sigel Makes Cameo

March 15, 2010 11:20 AM

New York rappers Lloyd Banks and Juelz Santana's "Beamer, Benz or Bentley" music video debuted today and features a cameo by Beanie Sigel.

Continue reading Lloyd Banks & Juelz Santana Debut "Beamer" Music Vid, Beanie Sigel Makes Cameo.

Trey Songz On Mob Squad Record W/ Jay-Z & Young Jeezy, "Hopefully It All Works Out"

March 15, 2010 10:50 AM

R&B singer Trey Songz recently spoke about the possibility of recording a collaboration song with Young Jeezy and Jay-Z.

Continue reading Trey Songz On Mob Squad Record W/ Jay-Z & Young Jeezy, "Hopefully It All Works Out".

Memphis Bleek On G Baby's Fatal Shooting, "He Was Like A Brother To Me"

March 15, 2010 10:30 AM

Former Roc-A-Fella Records recording artist Memphis Bleek has addressed last weekend's fatal shooting of his protege, G Baby.

Continue reading Memphis Bleek On G Baby's Fatal Shooting, "He Was Like A Brother To Me".

50 Cent Whips Up "Black Magic" For New Album, "People Who Have Various [Music] Tastes Will Really Like It" [Video]

March 14, 2010 3:00 AM

G-Unit leader 50 Cent has begun work on his Before I Self Destruct follow-up album and said he is attempting to experiment outside the realm of hip-hop.

Continue reading 50 Cent Whips Up "Black Magic" For New Album, "People Who Have Various [Music] Tastes Will Really Like It" [Video].

UPDATE: Fabolous Addresses NYC Club Shooting, "Life Is Not Promised"

March 14, 2010 1:26 AM

Rapper Fabolous has addressed the fatal shooting of up-and-coming Brooklyn, New York emcee Gregory "GBaby" Brown who was killed following his Friday (March 12) concert in the Big Apple.

Continue reading UPDATE: Fabolous Addresses NYC Club Shooting, "Life Is Not Promised".

N.O.R.E. Salutes Lloyd Banks & Juelz Santana For Repping NYC, "That's A Good Look For The City" [Audio]

March 14, 2010 12:41 AM

CNN's N.O.R.E has publicly paid homage to Lloyd Banks and Juelz Santana for their "Beamer, Benz or Bentley" anthem helping re-spark the East Coast's sound.

Continue reading N.O.R.E. Salutes Lloyd Banks & Juelz Santana For Repping NYC, "That's A Good Look For The City" [Audio].

50 Cent's Bodyguard Arrested On Assault Charges, "He Grabs My Throat & Tried To Strangle Me" [Video]

March 13, 2010 10:37 PM

A bodyguard for rapper 50 Cent was reportedly arrested on an assault charge this weekend after attacking multiple photographers while the rapper traveled throughout Denmark.

Continue reading 50 Cent's Bodyguard Arrested On Assault Charges, "He Grabs My Throat & Tried To Strangle Me" [Video].

Brooklyn Rapper Fatally Shot At Fabolous' NYC Concert

March 13, 2010 1:27 PM

SOHH has learned New York rapper Gregory "GBaby" Brown was fatally shot at Fabolous' concert last night in Queens.

Continue reading Brooklyn Rapper Fatally Shot At Fabolous' NYC Concert.

Rah Digga Rolls Solo On Comeback LP, "There Are No Cameo Features On the Album" [Video]

March 13, 2010 12:09 AM

Former Flipmode Squad member Rah Digga has opened up about her forthcoming sophomore album and said she has decided to put out an LP without any guest features.

Continue reading Rah Digga Rolls Solo On Comeback LP, "There Are No Cameo Features On the Album" [Video].

Jay-Z On Lil Wayne's Surprise NYC Concert Appearance, "He Came Out To An Incredible Reaction"

March 12, 2010 4:50 PM

Rap mogul Jay-Z has opened up about Lil Wayne's surprise appearance at Madison Square Garden during his Blueprint III tour stop in New York City last week.

Continue reading Jay-Z On Lil Wayne's Surprise NYC Concert Appearance, "He Came Out To An Incredible Reaction".

DMX Being Considered For "Celebrity Rehab" TV Show

March 12, 2010 3:45 PM

Rapper Earl "DMX" Simmons is reportedly being considered for a television appearance on the upcoming "Celebrity Rehab" series.

Continue reading DMX Being Considered For "Celebrity Rehab" TV Show.

Fabolous Drives Into Lloyd Banks' "Beamer" Remix, "They Had Reached Out To Me" [Video]

March 12, 2010 2:30 PM

Rapper Fabolous has confirmed his appearance on the upcoming remix to Lloyd Banks and Juelz Santana's "Beamer, Benz or Bentley" collaboration.

Continue reading Fabolous Drives Into Lloyd Banks' "Beamer" Remix, "They Had Reached Out To Me" [Video].

Lil Wayne Can't Sign Autographs In Jail, "He Is Not A Celebrity Here"

March 12, 2010 12:25 PM

Incarcerated rapper Lil Wayne has reportedly been forbidden from signing autographs while he completes a one-year jail sentence in New York's Rikers Island.

Continue reading Lil Wayne Can't Sign Autographs In Jail, "He Is Not A Celebrity Here".

Ludacris Saves The Rap Game, Alfamega Snitches On T.I., DMX Misses His Pink Stripes

March 12, 2010 11:40 AM

In this week's Pulse Report, doggies, we got this motherf*cker rolling as we look back at the past seven days as Ludacris saves the rap game, Alfamega returns to his snitching on T.I. roots, DMX turns pink, and hip-hop waves good-bye to Lil Wayne.  Also, make way for some "Shut The F*ck Up" first-timers.  We're SOHH big right now!

Continue reading Ludacris Saves The Rap Game, Alfamega Snitches On T.I., DMX Misses His Pink Stripes.

Jim Jones Is Headed To High School, "I'll Be Teaching A Real Curriculum" [Video]

March 12, 2010 11:25 AM

Dipset's Jim Jones has announced plans to trade in his Capo status for an eight-week run as a New York City high school instructor later this year.

Continue reading Jim Jones Is Headed To High School, "I'll Be Teaching A Real Curriculum" [Video].

DMX's Manager Addresses Parole Violation Arrest, "There Are A Lot Of Rumors & Lies Surfacing"

March 12, 2010 10:50 AM

DMX's manager Nakia Walker has addressed the rapper's recent parole violation arrest and said certain aspects surrounding the incident have been fabricated.

Continue reading DMX's Manager Addresses Parole Violation Arrest, "There Are A Lot Of Rumors & Lies Surfacing".

Lupe Fiasco Explains Not Wanting Jay-Z's Fame, "You're A Fool Trying To Chase That Success Down"

March 12, 2010 10:30 AM

Grammy-winning rapper Lupe Fiasco has explained his recent comments about not wanting to reach Jay-Z's level of fame.

Continue reading Lupe Fiasco Explains Not Wanting Jay-Z's Fame, "You're A Fool Trying To Chase That Success Down".

Chris Brown Returns To Twitter, "I'm About To Get Verified Soon"

March 12, 2010 10:15 AM

R&B singer Chris Brown has had a change of heart and has re-joined the popular public social network Twitter.

Continue reading Chris Brown Returns To Twitter, "I'm About To Get Verified Soon".

Jay-Z Attends New Jersey Nets Arena Ceremony, "We Did It Again, Brooklyn!"

March 11, 2010 7:00 PM

Rap mogul Jay-Z attended a New York ceremony for the launch of a new arena to be used by his NBA basketball team New Jersey Nets beginning in 2012.

Continue reading Jay-Z Attends New Jersey Nets Arena Ceremony, "We Did It Again, Brooklyn!".

Method Man Says "Wu-Massacre" Was Forced, "Def Jam Put A Rush On It"

March 11, 2010 5:10 PM

Wu-Tang Clan's Method Man recently revealed that Wu-Massacre, his collaboration album with Raekwon and Ghostface Killah, was completed with limited time and money.

Continue reading Method Man Says "Wu-Massacre" Was Forced, "Def Jam Put A Rush On It".

Dame Grease On DMX's Comeback Albums, "I'm Trying To Get Him Back Into A Free Creative Mode"

March 11, 2010 4:40 PM

Ruff Ryders associate Dame Grease has said  DMX's upcoming comeback albums will appeal to both the underground and commercial outlets.

Continue reading Dame Grease On DMX's Comeback Albums, "I'm Trying To Get Him Back Into A Free Creative Mode".

T-Pain On Deading Beef W/ Jay-Z, "We Shook Hands & Did The Little Chest Bump"

March 11, 2010 3:30 PM

Grammy-winning singer T-Pain has opened up about ending his beef with Jay-Z during this year's Grammy Awards ceremony.

Continue reading T-Pain On Deading Beef W/ Jay-Z, "We Shook Hands & Did The Little Chest Bump".

Swizz Beatz Talks Mashonda Divorce, "It's Like The Hardest Thing I've Ever Been Through" [Video]

March 11, 2010 12:55 PM

Producer Swizz Beatz recently opened up about his divorce with R&B singer Mashonda and what underlying issues caused their separation.

Continue reading Swizz Beatz Talks Mashonda Divorce, "It's Like The Hardest Thing I've Ever Been Through" [Video].

Nas Adds Lil Wayne To "Distant Relatives" Album

March 11, 2010 12:50 PM

Rappers Nas and Damian Marley have reportedly added incarcerated rapper Lil Wayne to their upcoming Distant Relatives album.

Continue reading Nas Adds Lil Wayne To "Distant Relatives" Album.

Chris Brown Begs For Fans Support, "A Lot Of Radio Stations Aren't Playing My Records"

March 11, 2010 9:36 AM

R&B singer Chris Brown has asked his fans to help get his music played on the radio by calling into stations and requesting his records.

Continue reading Chris Brown Begs For Fans Support, "A Lot Of Radio Stations Aren't Playing My Records".

DMX's Producer Says Don't Believe The Hype, "He Knows He Can't Use Drugs 'Cause He'll Go To F*cking Jail"

March 10, 2010 6:06 PM

Ruff Ryders associate Dame Grease has lashed out at media reports claiming DMX's alleged drug usage has become the cause of his arrest on a parole violation charge.

Continue reading DMX's Producer Says Don't Believe The Hype, "He Knows He Can't Use Drugs 'Cause He'll Go To F*cking Jail".

50 Cent Talks Overseas Domination, "I'm Probably The Largest Touring Hip-Hop Artist" [Video]

March 10, 2010 4:35 PM

G-Unit leader 50 Cent has called himself the biggest hip-hop touring act and said he has not been back home since last year.

Continue reading 50 Cent Talks Overseas Domination, "I'm Probably The Largest Touring Hip-Hop Artist" [Video].

Sade Slides Down To No. 2, DJ Khaled Hits The Top 20, Raheem DeVaughn & Jason Derulo Invade The Charts

March 10, 2010 2:25 PM

In this week's Sales Wrap, Sade loses a step to No. 2, DJ Khaled finds a win in the Top 20 plus new releases from R&B singers Raheem DeVaughn and Jason Derulo invade the charts.

Continue reading Sade Slides Down To No. 2, DJ Khaled Hits The Top 20, Raheem DeVaughn & Jason Derulo Invade The Charts.

Jay Electronica Talks Hip-Hop Prejudice, "I Was Embarrassed Being From The South"

March 10, 2010 12:00 PM

Rapper Jay Electronica has opened up about his past attempts  to hide his Southern roots.

Continue reading Jay Electronica Talks Hip-Hop Prejudice, "I Was Embarrassed Being From The South".

UPDATE: Sheriff Confirms DMX's Arrest Was Drug-Related, "He Admitted To Using Cocaine"

March 10, 2010 10:25 AM

Troubled rapper Earl "DMX" Simmons has reportedly admitted to using illegal drug and was placed behind bars yesterday (March 10).

Continue reading UPDATE: Sheriff Confirms DMX's Arrest Was Drug-Related, "He Admitted To Using Cocaine".

Tony Yayo To 50 Cent: "Put Me In One Of Those Movies, Man!" [Video]

March 10, 2010 10:15 AM

G-Unit's Tony Yayo has decided to follow in 50 Cent's footsteps by venturing into the film industry and launching of his own website, RockStarGroupie.

Continue reading Tony Yayo To 50 Cent: "Put Me In One Of Those Movies, Man!" [Video].

Fabolous Wants Nas To Rise From The Dead, "I Wish Nas Would Just Let These Young Boys Know He's That Dude" [Video]

March 9, 2010 11:06 PM

New York rapper Fabolous has made a public calling for Nas to prepare a strong comeback and remind younger hip-hop generations of his rap pioneering skills.

Continue reading Fabolous Wants Nas To Rise From The Dead, "I Wish Nas Would Just Let These Young Boys Know He's That Dude" [Video].

Juelz Santana Breaks Silence On B-Day Bash Fight, "That Was Just A Little Scuffle" [Audio]

March 9, 2010 10:54 PM

Dipset's Juelz Santana has broken his silence on the brief fight which took place during his New York City birthday bash last month and said the incident was over-hyped by the media.

Continue reading Juelz Santana Breaks Silence On B-Day Bash Fight, "That Was Just A Little Scuffle" [Audio].

Maino Explains Sophomore Album, "It's More About What I'm Going Through Now" [Video]

March 9, 2010 10:25 PM

New York rapper Maino has opened up about his forthcoming sophomore album, Day After Tomorrow, and how its content ranks compared to his debut solo project.

Continue reading Maino Explains Sophomore Album, "It's More About What I'm Going Through Now" [Video].

DMX Arrested On Parole Violation, "We Would Hope He Is Finally Sent To Prison"

March 9, 2010 10:10 PM

Troubled rapper Earl "DMX" Simmons was reportedly arrested on a probation violation earlier today.

Continue reading DMX Arrested On Parole Violation, "We Would Hope He Is Finally Sent To Prison".

Nicki Minaj Recruits Bobby Valentino For Young Money Debut, "We Been Working Together For Years"

March 9, 2010 5:35 PM

Young Money's Nicki Minaj has reportedly recruited R&B singer Bobby Valentino for her upcoming debut album.

Continue reading Nicki Minaj Recruits Bobby Valentino For Young Money Debut, "We Been Working Together For Years".

DMX's Wife To Release Tell-All Book, Promises "Stellar, Heart Wrecking" Firsthand Account

March 9, 2010 5:15 PM

The wife of rapper DMX has reportedly announced plans to release a tell-all book called Strength of a Woman addressing her life with the former Def Jam Records artist.

Continue reading DMX's Wife To Release Tell-All Book, Promises "Stellar, Heart Wrecking" Firsthand Account.

Lloyd Banks On Lil Wayne's Jail Sentence, "It's Evident Nobody's Safe"

March 9, 2010 4:15 PM

G-Unit's Lloyd Banks has shared his reaction to rapper Lil Wayne being placed behind bars to serve a one-year jail sentence on a gun possession charge.

Continue reading Lloyd Banks On Lil Wayne's Jail Sentence, "It's Evident Nobody's Safe".

Will.i.am Has Big Plans For Kelis, "She Can Be That Big, As Big As The Black Eyed Peas"

March 9, 2010 2:30 PM

Black Eyed Peas' frontman Will.i.am recently talked about signing singer Kelis to his label and said she has potential to become a superstar.

Continue reading Will.i.am Has Big Plans For Kelis, "She Can Be That Big, As Big As The Black Eyed Peas".

Diddy Welcomes T.I. Back Or Does He?

March 9, 2010 1:20 PM

For Caption Diss, the good ol' peeps at SOHH are up and at it again to give y'all, the readers, a chance to hold sh*t down and throw up the final word. The "Best We've Ever Read" headlines gets to rock that SOHH Caption Diss crown for seven days, pimpin'!

Continue reading Diddy Welcomes T.I. Back Or Does He?.

Diddy, Styles P, Swizz Beatz, Joell Ortiz & More Remember The Notorious B.I.G.

March 9, 2010 11:30 AM

Diddy, Styles P, Swizz Beatz, Joell Ortiz and more have paid homage to the late Notorious B.I.G. who passed away 13 years ago today (March 9).

Continue reading Diddy, Styles P, Swizz Beatz, Joell Ortiz & More Remember The Notorious B.I.G..

Jim Jones Explains Rev. Run "Sucker MC" Joint Song, "The Record Is Important, It Was A Dream Come True" [Audio]

March 9, 2010 11:05 AM

Dipset's Jim Jones recently spoke on snagging Reverend Run for a "Sucker MC" collaboration and how much respect he has for the rap pioneer.

Continue reading Jim Jones Explains Rev. Run "Sucker MC" Joint Song, "The Record Is Important, It Was A Dream Come True" [Audio].

Memphis Bleek Co-Signs Jay-Z's Mob Squad, "I Knew Trey [Songz] For A Little While" [Audio]

March 9, 2010 10:45 AM

Former Roc-A-Fella artist Memphis Bleek recently offered his opinion of Jay-Z's Mob Squad members Trey Songz and Young Jeezy.

Continue reading Memphis Bleek Co-Signs Jay-Z's Mob Squad, "I Knew Trey [Songz] For A Little While" [Audio].

Juelz Santana Wants Eminem Collabo, "He Puts N*ggas In The Rap Cemetery For Real" [Video]

March 9, 2010 10:15 AM

Dipset's Juelz Santana has revealed his respect for Eminem and expressed his interest in linking with the Shady Records label head for a collaboration.

Continue reading Juelz Santana Wants Eminem Collabo, "He Puts N*ggas In The Rap Cemetery For Real" [Video].

UPDATE: D'Angelo's Manager Speaks On NYC Arrest, "He Has Pled Not Guilty & Is Contesting The Allegations"

March 8, 2010 10:03 PM

R&B singer D'Angelo's manager has released a statement addressing his arrest on a reported sexual solicitation charge over the weekend.

Continue reading UPDATE: D'Angelo's Manager Speaks On NYC Arrest, "He Has Pled Not Guilty & Is Contesting The Allegations".

Lloyd Banks Rates Rihanna, Alicia Keys, Halle Berry & More, "She's A Beamer, I'd Whip That Around Nice"

March 8, 2010 4:50 PM

Playing off of the success of his new single, "Beamer, Benz Or Bentley," Lloyd Banks used car analogies to rate a few of his favorite female stars.

Continue reading Lloyd Banks Rates Rihanna, Alicia Keys, Halle Berry & More, "She's A Beamer, I'd Whip That Around Nice".

Lil Wayne Sentenced To Year In Jail, Taken Into Protective Custody

March 8, 2010 3:00 PM

Young Money leader Lil Wayne has finally been sentenced to a year in jail after having his court appearance postponed twice.

Continue reading Lil Wayne Sentenced To Year In Jail, Taken Into Protective Custody.

Ja Rule Falls "In Love With A Church Girl" In New Movie

March 8, 2010 1:05 PM

Rapper/Actor Ja Rule has been chosen to co-star in the upcoming film I'm In Love With a Church Girl alongside R&B singer Adrienne Bailon.

Continue reading Ja Rule Falls "In Love With A Church Girl" In New Movie.

Beastie Boys' MCA On Beating Cancer, "I Am Finally Getting My Energy Back"

March 8, 2010 11:45 AM

The Beastie Boys' Adam "MCA" Yauch recently addressed his battle with cancer last summer and the status of his group's upcoming Hot Sauce album.

Continue reading Beastie Boys' MCA On Beating Cancer, "I Am Finally Getting My Energy Back".

Rhymefest Has Advice For Charles Hamilton, "He's Gotta Find Happiness & Stop Punishing Himself" [Audio]

March 8, 2010 11:20 AM

As Charles Hamilton tries to slip back into the hip-hop spotlight, SOHH reached out to his past rival, Rhymefest, to see if the two rappers are still at odds.

Continue reading Rhymefest Has Advice For Charles Hamilton, "He's Gotta Find Happiness & Stop Punishing Himself" [Audio].

Travis McCoy Gives Nappy Boy Debut A Shape Up, "Unfortunately We Had To Change The Title"

March 8, 2010 10:30 AM

Gym Class Heroes' frontman Travis McCoy has revealed that the title of his upcoming Nappy Boy debut album has been changed.

Continue reading Travis McCoy Gives Nappy Boy Debut A Shape Up, "Unfortunately We Had To Change The Title".

CNN's Capone On NY Rap Making Comeback, "New York Could Just Make One Super Group"

March 8, 2010 10:20 AM

CNN's Capone recently shared his thoughts on the status of New York rap and why artists from the Big Apple should place their egos aside and begin working more closely together.

Continue reading CNN's Capone On NY Rap Making Comeback, "New York Could Just Make One Super Group".

Diddy, Styles P, Raekwon, Q-Tip & More Celebrate Mo'Nique's Oscar Win, Talk Academy Awards

March 7, 2010 11:07 PM

Diddy, Styles P, Raekwon, Q-Tip and more have congratulated actress/comedian Mo'Nique for winning an Oscar for Best Supporting Actress at tonight's Academy Awards ceremony.

Continue reading Diddy, Styles P, Raekwon, Q-Tip & More Celebrate Mo'Nique's Oscar Win, Talk Academy Awards.

R&B Singer D'Angelo Reportedly Arrested By Undercover Cop, Offered Sexual Act

March 7, 2010 8:08 AM

R&B singer D'Angelo was reportedly busted by police yesterday after he offered to perform a sexual act on an undercover policewoman.

Continue reading R&B Singer D'Angelo Reportedly Arrested By Undercover Cop, Offered Sexual Act.

Saigon Breaks Free From Atlantic Records, "[Now] I'm Gonna Play The Game By My Rules" [Video]

March 6, 2010 3:42 PM

New York rapper Saigon has reportedly won his freedom and worked out an agreement to officially part ways with Atlantic Records after being under contract for nearly four years.

Continue reading Saigon Breaks Free From Atlantic Records, "[Now] I'm Gonna Play The Game By My Rules" [Video].

UPDATE: DMX's Church Concert Nixed Over Speculated Crowd, Not Rapper

March 6, 2010 8:09 AM

New York rapper DMX's recently cancelled Arizona "gospel rap extravaganza" church concert scheduled for today was reportedly nixed over the sort of audience it would attract and not the actual emcee.

Continue reading UPDATE: DMX's Church Concert Nixed Over Speculated Crowd, Not Rapper.

Drake, Nas & Big Boi To Invade May W/ New Albums

March 6, 2010 7:55 AM

Rappers Drake, Nas and Big Boi will reportedly drop their long-awaited new albums during the month of May.

Continue reading Drake, Nas & Big Boi To Invade May W/ New Albums.

T-Pain Looks To Put On Travis McCoy & Shawnna, "I Want Everyone To Have Their Chance To Shine"

March 6, 2010 7:24 AM

Nappy Boy Entertainment labelhead T-Pain recently spoke on leading a roster containing new acquisitions like Travis McCoy and Shawnna and how he is primarily focused on letting everyone get the spotlight.

Continue reading T-Pain Looks To Put On Travis McCoy & Shawnna, "I Want Everyone To Have Their Chance To Shine".

Freeway On Loon's Conversion Into Islam, "He Progressed So Much"

March 5, 2010 5:45 PM

Muslim rapper Freeway has addressed the progress Bad Boy recording artist Loon has made since converting to Islam.

Continue reading Freeway On Loon's Conversion Into Islam, "He Progressed So Much".

Director Wants Nicki Minaj To Address Remy Ma Tell-All Sex Footage, "She Needs To Come Out & Speak" [Audio]

March 5, 2010 3:25 PM

Cliffy Barz, the director who shot the controversial footage of a Nicki Minaj look-a-like suggesting she had a sexual relationship with Remy Ma wants the Young Money rapper to address the video.

Continue reading Director Wants Nicki Minaj To Address Remy Ma Tell-All Sex Footage, "She Needs To Come Out & Speak" [Audio].

UPDATE: Solar Addresses Guru's Family's Claims, "I Have Not Stopped Anybody From Seeing Him"

March 5, 2010 1:50 PM

Producer Solar has addressed allegations made by Guru's nephew that he prevented the rapper's family from being involved making decisions about his health.

Continue reading UPDATE: Solar Addresses Guru's Family's Claims, "I Have Not Stopped Anybody From Seeing Him".

Khia Slams Trina's Naked A**, Lil Wayne Beats The System, Jay-Z Puts Out A Mob Hit

March 5, 2010 11:45 AM

In this week's Pulse Report, we got sh*t spread open like Rosa Acosta as we peel back the last seven days to get Khia's jealous reaction to Trina's sexy/f*cked up leaked photos, applaud Lil Wayne beating the system not once, not twice but three times, watch in awe as the "King" returns, find out who Jay-Z's new squad is and oh SOHH much more!

Continue reading Khia Slams Trina's Naked A**, Lil Wayne Beats The System, Jay-Z Puts Out A Mob Hit.

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