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Rihanna, Nicki Minaj, Tiara Thomas & More Help Wale Fill "Gifted"

May 23, 2013 10:55 PM

A week after Wale unveiled the cover art for his upcoming The Gifted album, the Maybach Music Group rapper has taken things up a notch by unleashing the project's star-studded tracklisting.

Continue reading Rihanna, Nicki Minaj, Tiara Thomas & More Help Wale Fill "Gifted".

Wale Shines Light On Hometown, Love, Money & More W/ "Gifted" Cover

May 16, 2013 4:00 PM

Maybach Music Group rapper Wale's new The Gifted cover art has surfaced online and shows a strong emphasis on his relationship to Washington DC, women, fame, money and more.

Continue reading Wale Shines Light On Hometown, Love, Money & More W/ "Gifted" Cover.

DJ Khaled Reacts To President Obama's "All I Do Is Win" Entrance Music

May 2, 2013 11:25 AM

Miami's DJ Khaled has come forward to address President Barack Obama deciding to rock with his "All I Do Is Win" anthem during last weekend's publicized White House Correspondents' Association dinner.

Continue reading DJ Khaled Reacts To President Obama's "All I Do Is Win" Entrance Music.

NBA Star Comes Out Of The Closet: "I'm Black & I'm Gay"

April 29, 2013 12:13 PM

NBA basketball player Jason Collins has made a gigantic leap for the gay community by revealing his interest in same-sex relations in an exclusive interview with Sports Illustrated.

Continue reading NBA Star Comes Out Of The Closet: "I'm Black & I'm Gay".

Prez Obama Says All He Does Is Win, Win, Win & Name-Drops Jay-Z [Video]

April 28, 2013 10:16 AM

President Barack Obama showed off his love for hip-hop last night (April 27) at the annual White House Correspondents' Association dinner by coming out to DJ Khaled's music and name-dropping Jay-Z during his speech.

Continue reading Prez Obama Says All He Does Is Win, Win, Win & Name-Drops Jay-Z [Video].

Los & LoLa Monroe's Baby Is A Taylor Gang-Reppin' Bad Boy

April 24, 2013 10:45 AM

Bad Boy Records' Los recently talked about welcoming in new life with girlfriend LoLa Monroe and how their respective record label statuses are already shaping their baby boy.

Continue reading Los & LoLa Monroe's Baby Is A Taylor Gang-Reppin' Bad Boy.

Prez Obama Says He's "Got Better Things To Do" When Asked About Jay-Z's Cuba Trip [Video]

April 17, 2013 2:10 PM

Rap mogul Jay-Z's "Open Letter" has sparked so much controversy that even President Barack Obama has been forced to address Young Hov's rhymes this week.

Continue reading Prez Obama Says He's "Got Better Things To Do" When Asked About Jay-Z's Cuba Trip [Video].

Wale Reveals Why He Scrapped Original Title For "The Gifted" [Video]

March 31, 2013 1:50 PM

Maybach Music Group's Wale recently discussed his upcoming The Gifted album and revealed what his third solo project's original title was.

Continue reading Wale Reveals Why He Scrapped Original Title For "The Gifted" [Video].

Rick Ross' Protégé Names The Sexiest Female Athlete: "She Know She Bad" [Video]

March 31, 2013 9:25 AM

Maybach Music Group rapper Wale recently discussed his love for sports and, notably, what female athlete most catches his eyes.

Continue reading Rick Ross' Protégé Names The Sexiest Female Athlete: "She Know She Bad" [Video].

Wale Takes Credit For Making Jerry Seinfeld's Wife Feel Good

March 23, 2013 12:05 PM

Maybach Music Group rapper Wale has provided some context on an upcoming joint project with iconic television star Jerry Seinfeld and confirmed the comedian's wife ultimately brought them together.

Continue reading Wale Takes Credit For Making Jerry Seinfeld's Wife Feel Good.

Wale Warns Rappers About Carrying Dead Weight: "That Sh*t's Not Lucrative At All" [Video]

March 22, 2013 2:15 PM

Maybach Music Group's Wale recently offered up some advice to his fellow hip-hop peers, killing the positive perception of adding people to an already overblown entourage.

Continue reading Wale Warns Rappers About Carrying Dead Weight: "That Sh*t's Not Lucrative At All" [Video].

Wale Tightens Up & Says He's Done W/ The Gimmicks: "I'm Not Even Gonna Do All That Other Stuff" [Video]

March 21, 2013 5:47 PM

Maybach Music Group's Wale saved the smiles and jokes for another day this week, appearing on MTV's "RapFix" and refusing to talk about anything other than his upcoming The Gifted solo album.

Continue reading Wale Tightens Up & Says He's Done W/ The Gimmicks: "I'm Not Even Gonna Do All That Other Stuff" [Video].

Wale Preps To Make It A Really Hot Summer

March 21, 2013 8:43 AM

Maybach Music Group rapper Wale will treat fans to some tunes to keep their summer sizzling by announcing plans to drop his third solo effort in late June.

Continue reading Wale Preps To Make It A Really Hot Summer.

Move Over Amber & Wiz, Taylor Gang's LoLa Monroe Gives Birth

March 13, 2013 11:55 AM

Taylor Gang's LoLa Monroe can officially add the title "mother" to her Twitter profile after giving birth to her first child this week.

Continue reading Move Over Amber & Wiz, Taylor Gang's LoLa Monroe Gives Birth.

Wale Says Get Ready To Mark Down A Big Date

March 6, 2013 9:29 PM

Maybach Music Group's Wale has informed fans his long-awaited third solo album's release date will be announced later this week.

Continue reading Wale Says Get Ready To Mark Down A Big Date.

Taylor Gang's First Lady Inches Closer To Big Day, Lil Kim Misses Out

March 3, 2013 6:33 PM

Taylor Gang's LoLa Monroe celebrated the pending arrival of her baby with some help courtesy of Bad Boy Records' Cassie over the weekend.

Continue reading Taylor Gang's First Lady Inches Closer To Big Day, Lil Kim Misses Out.

Wale Says It's Still All About Nothin', But First Things First [Video]

March 2, 2013 8:48 PM

Maybach Music Group rapper Wale recently confirmed plans to put together a follow-up to 2010's More About Nothing but said his third solo effort would drop first.

Continue reading Wale Says It's Still All About Nothin', But First Things First [Video].

Michelle Obama Gives Odd Future Some Unexpected Love [Video]

February 23, 2013 2:40 PM

First Lady Michelle Obama offered up some love to Odd Future, specifically Frank Ocean, during her appearance on "Late Night with Jimmy Fallon" last night (February 22).

Continue reading Michelle Obama Gives Odd Future Some Unexpected Love [Video].

Wale Says He'll Take The L Over NBA Face-Off: "I'm Not Trying To Be No Tough Guy" [Video]

February 22, 2013 8:40 PM

Maybach Music Group's Wale has finally buried the discussion on what went down earlier in the week at a Washington Wizards game when he tried to confront Toronto Raptors broadcaster Matt Devlin for taunting him.

Continue reading Wale Says He'll Take The L Over NBA Face-Off: "I'm Not Trying To Be No Tough Guy" [Video].

NBA Team Reaches Out To Wale After Heated Confrontation

February 21, 2013 1:00 PM

The Toronto Raptors have reportedly reached out to Maybach Music Group's Wale after a heated face-off took place earlier in the week between the Washington, DC native and team broadcaster Matt Devlin.

Continue reading NBA Team Reaches Out To Wale After Heated Confrontation.

Wale Defends Going At NBA Announcer After Drake Jab [Video]

February 20, 2013 2:55 PM

Maybach Music Group rapper Wale has stood behind his decision to confront an NBA announcer last night (February 19) during a Washington Wizards game following some dicey comments shot at him.

Continue reading Wale Defends Going At NBA Announcer After Drake Jab [Video].

Eve Gets Pressured By Paps, Clears Up Clowning Pop Star [Video]

February 17, 2013 9:28 PM

Former Ruff Ryders member Eve has clarified recent comments shot at pop star Britney Spears in relation to the singer allegedly not crooning on the new "Scream & Shout" track.

Continue reading Eve Gets Pressured By Paps, Clears Up Clowning Pop Star [Video].

Shyne Scolds Obama Over Jay-Z: "Hov Don't Represent The 99 Percent, Being Cool W/ Him Don't Help Us" [Video]

February 14, 2013 1:30 PM

Former Bad Boy Records artist Shyne has fired a few shots toward President Barack Obama over his lack of tackling real life urban problems in poverty-stricken areas like Chicago.

Continue reading Shyne Scolds Obama Over Jay-Z: "Hov Don't Represent The 99 Percent, Being Cool W/ Him Don't Help Us" [Video].

Hip-Hop Reacts To Prez Obama's SOTU Speech: "That Minimum Wage Sh*t Is Bananas, F*ck Is We Doing?"

February 12, 2013 10:26 PM

Rap veteran Q-Tip, Rhymefest, Jasiri X and more shared their minute-to-minute thoughts on Tuesday night's State of the Union address.

Continue reading Hip-Hop Reacts To Prez Obama's SOTU Speech: "That Minimum Wage Sh*t Is Bananas, F*ck Is We Doing?".

Wale Speaks Up For Miguel: "I Didn't Like The Kelly Clarkson Back-Handed Comments"

February 12, 2013 9:40 AM

Maybach Music Group's Wale has stepped up for R&B singer Miguel following pop star Kelly Clarkson publicly playing him during Sunday's Grammy Awards ceremony.

Continue reading Wale Speaks Up For Miguel: "I Didn't Like The Kelly Clarkson Back-Handed Comments".

Wale Sprung Over Katy Perry: "I Never Dated A White Girl Before - But That's One Beautiful Girl"

February 11, 2013 10:40 AM

Maybach Music Group rapper Wale has discussed how much fun he had at last night's Grammy Awards ceremony in Los Angeles and how pop singer Katy Perry's appearance stunned him.

Continue reading Wale Sprung Over Katy Perry: "I Never Dated A White Girl Before - But That's One Beautiful Girl".

Wale Says Rick Ross Shooting Is No Laughing Matter: "It's A Joke To Y'All" [Video]

February 7, 2013 12:05 PM

Maybach Music Group's Wale is the latest crew member to speak out on nearly losing Rick Ross to a shooting last week and promised what went down was nothing short of an attack on his life.

Continue reading Wale Says Rick Ross Shooting Is No Laughing Matter: "It's A Joke To Y'All" [Video].

Beyoncé Seals Lip Sync Controversy W/ One Simple Question

January 27, 2013 8:40 PM

Grammy-winning singer Beyoncé Knowles-Carter has reportedly taken an interesting approach in addressing her alleged lip syncing at President Barack Obama's inauguration courtesy of Instagram.

Continue reading Beyoncé Seals Lip Sync Controversy W/ One Simple Question.

Jay-Z & Beyoncé Steal Spotlight At Prez Obama's Inauguration

January 21, 2013 6:17 PM

Rap mogul Jay-Z and Beyoncé Knowles-Carter raised eyebrows and strutted themselves Monday (January 21) in Washington, D.C. for President Barack Obama inauguration.

Continue reading Jay-Z & Beyoncé Steal Spotlight At Prez Obama's Inauguration.

Lupe Fiasco Pays Cost After 30 Min President Obama Diss, Kicked Off Inaugural Party Stage

January 21, 2013 10:24 AM

Grammy-winning rapper Lupe Fiasco is making nationwide headlines on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day for reportedly slamming President Barack Obama at an inaugural party event last night (January 20).

Continue reading Lupe Fiasco Pays Cost After 30 Min President Obama Diss, Kicked Off Inaugural Party Stage.

Wale's Wish Finally Comes True, Locks-In Huge Hollywood Star [Video]

January 18, 2013 4:02 PM

Maybach Music Group's Wale will add an interesting touch to his About Nothing "Seinfeld"-inspired mixtape series by landing the one and only Jerry Seinfeld himself.

Continue reading Wale's Wish Finally Comes True, Locks-In Huge Hollywood Star [Video].

Trinidad James, Meek Mill & Future Ditch Hometowns This Weekend

January 17, 2013 11:45 PM

Rap newcomers Trinidad James, Meek Mill and Future are not putting on for their cities this weekend but, instead, rallying fans for President Barack Obama's Monday (January 21) inauguration.

Continue reading Trinidad James, Meek Mill & Future Ditch Hometowns This Weekend.

Katt Williams Skips Jail Talk, Blasts "Racist" NFL Team [Video]

January 11, 2013 9:38 AM

Comedian Katt Williams recently avoided talk about his woes with the law and narrowed in on the controversy behind the NFL's Washington Redskins team name.

Continue reading Katt Williams Skips Jail Talk, Blasts "Racist" NFL Team [Video].

Bad Boy Protégé Knocks Up Taylor Gang's LoLa Monroe

December 26, 2012 12:31 PM

Taylor Gang's LoLa Monroe and Bad Boy Records rapper Los are following the popular trend of 2012 by announcing they are expecting a child together entering the new year.

Continue reading Bad Boy Protégé Knocks Up Taylor Gang's LoLa Monroe.

Chad Ochocinco Vows To Destroy Joe Budden, Challenges Wale To Rap Battle

December 24, 2012 3:31 PM

Unsigned NFL star Chad Ochocinco has issued an open challenge to Maybach Music Group's Wale and promised to take down Slaughterhouse's Joe Budden in a rap battle this Christmas Eve.

Continue reading Chad Ochocinco Vows To Destroy Joe Budden, Challenges Wale To Rap Battle.

Wale's Got Some Bottles To Pop, Says Miguel

December 8, 2012 10:04 PM

Maybach Music Group's Wale may need to give his "Lotus Flower Bomb" collaborator Miguel a call in the near future as the R&B singer has promised to celebrate their hit single earning a Grammy Awards nomination this week.

Continue reading Wale's Got Some Bottles To Pop, Says Miguel.

@Wale Loses His Words: "Hol Up... Wtf!!!??? This Is Unreal"

December 6, 2012 5:46 PM

Maybach Music Group rapper Wale may need to start preparing an acceptance speech after losing his words following last night's news of his Grammy Awards nomination.

Continue reading @Wale Loses His Words: "Hol Up... Wtf!!!??? This Is Unreal".

B.o.B. Reacts To Presidential Backlash: "Now That Obama Won, White People Are Protesting"

November 16, 2012 2:00 PM

In light of last week's presidential election, SOHH chopped it up with Atlanta's B.o.B to get his reaction to President Barack Obama staying in office for another term and the outcries from Mitt Romney supporters.

Continue reading B.o.B. Reacts To Presidential Backlash: "Now That Obama Won, White People Are Protesting".

Rick Ross Protégé Offers To Coach Kobe Bryant, Los Angeles Lakers

November 9, 2012 6:20 PM

The news of Los Angeles Lakers head coach Mike Brown receiving a pink slip heading into the weekend has caught the attention of hip-hop artists like Maybach Music Group's Wale who said he would lead the star-studded team.

Continue reading Rick Ross Protégé Offers To Coach Kobe Bryant, Los Angeles Lakers.

Wale Buckles Up For Risky Journey: "Without Risks, You're Just Kicking A Dead Horse"

November 7, 2012 11:15 AM

Maybach Music Group rapper Wale has already started putting in work for his upcoming third solo album and explained why it is vital he turn into a risk-taker this time around.

Continue reading Wale Buckles Up For Risky Journey: "Without Risks, You're Just Kicking A Dead Horse".

BREAKING: President Barack Obama Defeats Mitt Romney, "Four More Years"

November 6, 2012 11:20 PM

After months of campaigning and a close finish Tuesday (November 6) night, President Barack Obama has won a second term in office by defeating Republican candidate Mitt Romney in the 2012 presidential election.

Continue reading BREAKING: President Barack Obama Defeats Mitt Romney, "Four More Years".

Beyoncé Pens Open Letter To President Barack Obama

November 6, 2012 11:55 AM

Hours away from finding out if President Barack Obama will stay in office or if Republican nominee Mitt Romney will win the presidency, music mogul Beyoncé Knowles-Carter has penned an open letter to the head of state.

Continue reading Beyoncé Pens Open Letter To President Barack Obama.

Jay-Z's Got Obama's Back One Last Time Before Big Day

November 2, 2012 12:21 PM

Just days away from the much-anticipated presidential election, rap mogul Jay-Z is proving he is pro-President Barack Obama by joining the final campaign trail over the next few days.

Continue reading Jay-Z's Got Obama's Back One Last Time Before Big Day.

Ice Cube Says Romney Ain't Saying 'Itt: "[He's Like] Somebody Trying To Sell Me A Mercedes"

November 1, 2012 7:01 PM

West Coast rapper Ice Cube has offered his take on Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney and compared the politician to a shady car salesman.

Continue reading Ice Cube Says Romney Ain't Saying 'Itt: "[He's Like] Somebody Trying To Sell Me A Mercedes".

Eminem, Jay-Z & More Get Presidential Status, Obama's iPod Exposed

October 30, 2012 10:19 AM

A week away from Election Day, President Barack Obama has revealed what all he has stored in his iPod as he campaigns for a second term in office.

Continue reading Eminem, Jay-Z & More Get Presidential Status, Obama's iPod Exposed.

Beyoncé's Golden Decision Sparks Pro-Obama Style Craze

October 29, 2012 8:50 PM

Grammy-winning singer Beyoncé Knowles-Carter's decision to rock a pair of gold-looking pro-President Barack Obama earrings has reportedly sparked a mini-retail explosion.

Continue reading Beyoncé's Golden Decision Sparks Pro-Obama Style Craze.

Lil Wayne Can't Choose President Obama Or Mitt Romney

October 25, 2012 2:20 PM

President Barack Obama and Republican nominee Mitt Romney do not have to worry about winning over Young Money's Lil Wayne as he has revealed being unable to vote next month.

Continue reading Lil Wayne Can't Choose President Obama Or Mitt Romney.

Busta Rhymes, Bun B, Q-Tip Rally For Prez: "OBAMA SMACKIN' THE SH*T OUTTA ROMNEY"

October 23, 2012 9:56 AM

Busta Rhymes, Bun B, Q-Tip and more hip-hop artists tuned into last night's final presidential debate and gave their take on President Barack Obama's face-off with Republican nominee Mitt Romney.

Continue reading Busta Rhymes, Bun B, Q-Tip Rally For Prez: "OBAMA SMACKIN' THE SH*T OUTTA ROMNEY".

President Obama Reveals Fave Jay-Z Song: "It Reminds You That You Always Have To Stay Hungry" [Audio]

October 22, 2012 3:15 PM

President Barack Obama recently dished out his love for rap mogul Jay-Z and why he has Young Hov's "First Song" on replay as he bids for a second term in office.

Continue reading President Obama Reveals Fave Jay-Z Song: "It Reminds You That You Always Have To Stay Hungry" [Audio].

Drake Keeps His Word: "You See What My Campaign Is About" [Video]

October 20, 2012 8:54 PM

Young Money's Drake kept his word about toasting it up last night (October 19) in Washington, D.C., enjoying a graduation/birthday celebration throughout the nation's capital heading into the weekend.

Continue reading Drake Keeps His Word: "You See What My Campaign Is About" [Video].

Anti-Mitt Romney, Chief Keef-Inspired Shirts Surface

October 19, 2012 11:50 PM

Just weeks away from Election Day, loyal President Barack Obama hip-hop supporters who want to show their dislike for Republican nominee Mitt Romney can now do it with a special Chief Keef-inspired line.

Continue reading Anti-Mitt Romney, Chief Keef-Inspired Shirts Surface.

President Obama Reveals What Advice He Gave Jay-Z

October 19, 2012 3:45 PM

United States President Barack Obama recently revealed some fatherly tips he gave Jay-Z in light of raising his first-born daughter, Blue Ivy Carter.

Continue reading President Obama Reveals What Advice He Gave Jay-Z.

Jay-Z Puts "Power" Into President Obama Campaign [Video]

October 15, 2012 4:25 PM

With the presidential election just a few weeks away, rap mogul Jay-Z continues to show support for President Barack Obama by appearing in a new campaign advertisement.

Continue reading Jay-Z Puts "Power" Into President Obama Campaign [Video].

Hollywood & Hip-Hop On VP Debate: "Romney & Ryan Have Declared War Against Women!"

October 12, 2012 10:02 AM

Hollywood and hip-hop's finest have all let their voices be heard after last night's televised debate between Vice President Joe Biden and Republican Party vice president nominee Paul Ryan.

Continue reading Hollywood & Hip-Hop On VP Debate: "Romney & Ryan Have Declared War Against Women!".

Ice-T To President Obama: "No Weed Before The Next Debate Homie"

October 8, 2012 4:55 PM

West Coast rap veteran Ice-T recently had words for President Barack Obama days after coming off a publicized first presidential debate where some speculate Republican nominee Mitt Romney had the edge.

Continue reading Ice-T To President Obama: "No Weed Before The Next Debate Homie".

President Obama Admits Jay-Z & Nas' Language Embarrasses Him

October 5, 2012 10:35 AM

President Barack Obama recently delved into his personal life and where he stands when it comes to listening to hip-hop music around his teenage daughters.

Continue reading President Obama Admits Jay-Z & Nas' Language Embarrasses Him.

Lil Scrappy & Rah Digga Air Out Mitt Romney: "He's Not Even Making Sense"

October 4, 2012 10:45 AM

Atlanta rapper Lil Scrappy and Rah Digga showed they were locked in to last night's first presidential debate and what issues they had with Republican politician Mitt Romney.

Continue reading Lil Scrappy & Rah Digga Air Out Mitt Romney: "He's Not Even Making Sense".

Maybach Music Group Rapper Pops Up In NBA 2K13

October 1, 2012 11:55 AM

Maybach Music Group's Wale reportedly enjoys some camera time in the new NBA 2K13 game which hits store shelves nationwide tomorrow (October 2).

Continue reading Maybach Music Group Rapper Pops Up In NBA 2K13.

President Barack Obama's "Got 99 Problems, But Mitt's Not One" [Video]

September 28, 2012 5:00 PM

With the presidential election just weeks away, President Barack Obama supporters are coming out blazing as seen in a new pro-Democrat "99 Problems" fan-made clip currently circulating online.

Continue reading President Barack Obama's "Got 99 Problems, But Mitt's Not One" [Video].

Wale Chokes Up On Special Day: "I Made It Out Of Millions & Millions Of Musicians To Be..."

September 22, 2012 7:00 PM

Maybach Music Group's Wale took a moment to reflect on his 28th birthday Friday (September 21) and acknowledged how far he has come in the rap game just two albums deep.

Continue reading Wale Chokes Up On Special Day: "I Made It Out Of Millions & Millions Of Musicians To Be...".

Jigga What? President Obama Says "Jay-Z Now Knows What My Life Is Like"

September 19, 2012 6:07 PM

President Barack Obama had nothing but his praises for Jay-Z last night (September 18) when he got treated to a fundraiser by the rap mogul and his Grammy-winning wife Beyoncé Knowles-Carter.

Continue reading Jigga What? President Obama Says "Jay-Z Now Knows What My Life Is Like".

Kanye West Scoots Nicki Minaj To The Side, Fires Political Shot At Mitt Romney [Audio]

September 15, 2012 10:09 AM

Just weeks after Young Money's Nicki Minaj playfully said she would vote for Republican nominee Mitt Romney in this fall's presidential election, Kanye West has taken direct aim at President Barack Obama's opponent with the new Cruel Summer LP.

Continue reading Kanye West Scoots Nicki Minaj To The Side, Fires Political Shot At Mitt Romney [Audio].

Jay-Z & Beyoncé Putting On For President Obama At 40/40 Club

September 11, 2012 2:05 PM

Music couple Jay-Z and Beyoncé Knowles-Carter are reportedly putting their support for President Barack Obama on full display by hosting a fundraiser in his favor next week.

Continue reading Jay-Z & Beyoncé Putting On For President Obama At 40/40 Club.

Game, Shyne, Gabrielle Union & More Remember 9/11: "Dick Cheney & The Bush Dynasty Are Some Of The Biggest Gangsters In American History"

September 11, 2012 11:55 AM

West Coast rapper Game, Shyne, Xzibit and more celebrities have taken the time to acknowledge the massive fatal attacks of 9/11 just over a decade after they took place.

Continue reading Game, Shyne, Gabrielle Union & More Remember 9/11: "Dick Cheney & The Bush Dynasty Are Some Of The Biggest Gangsters In American History".

UPDATE: Nicki Minaj Breaks Silence On Mitt Romney, President Obama's Comments

September 10, 2012 4:51 PM

Young Money star Nicki Minaj has finally stepped up to address the hype surrounding her "Mercy" remix guest feature verse and reacted to President Obama giving his take on her Mitt Romney proclamation.

Continue reading UPDATE: Nicki Minaj Breaks Silence On Mitt Romney, President Obama's Comments.

President Obama Addresses Nicki Minaj's "Mitt Romney" Comments [Audio]

September 10, 2012 12:20 PM

Young Money's Nicki Minaj has now caught the attention of President Barack Obama who addressed her recent proclamation to vote for Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney in this fall's election.

Continue reading President Obama Addresses Nicki Minaj's "Mitt Romney" Comments [Audio].

Wale Stacks His Dollars Up: "I Want To Make Sure I'm On The Forbes List In A Year Or Two" [Video]

September 6, 2012 1:05 PM

Maybach Music Group's Wale recently talked about his growing popularity and why his growing bank account should hopefully land him a spot on Forbes' Hip-Hop Cash Kings list within 24 months.

Continue reading Wale Stacks His Dollars Up: "I Want To Make Sure I'm On The Forbes List In A Year Or Two" [Video].

Talib Kweli 'Seriously Doubts' Nicki Minaj's Romney Remarks: "She Just Wants Y'All To Talk About Her & She's Winning"

September 5, 2012 9:10 AM

New York rapper Talib Kweli has weighed in on Young Money star Nicki Minaj vowing to vote for Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney in this fall's election.

Continue reading Talib Kweli 'Seriously Doubts' Nicki Minaj's Romney Remarks: "She Just Wants Y'All To Talk About Her & She's Winning".

OKC's Kevin Durant Raps On 'Rolls Royce': "N*ggas Catching Anxiety, 23, A Lot Of F*cking Cheese" [Audio]

September 4, 2012 8:20 AM

Less than a week after Oklahoma City Thunder's Kevin Durant revealed his interest in dropping a hip-hop album in the future, the basketball star has appeared on a new track called "Rolls Royce."

Continue reading OKC's Kevin Durant Raps On 'Rolls Royce': "N*ggas Catching Anxiety, 23, A Lot Of F*cking Cheese" [Audio].

Nicki Minaj To President Barack Obama: "I'm A Republican Voting For Mitt Romney" [Audio]

September 4, 2012 7:31 AM

Young Money star Nicki Minaj has raised a few eyebrows courtesy of her "Mercy" Dedication 4 verse off Lil Wayne's new mixtape as she claims she will vote for Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney this November.

Continue reading Nicki Minaj To President Barack Obama: "I'm A Republican Voting For Mitt Romney" [Audio].

Kevin Durant Reveals What Rappers He'd Ink: "If I Started A Record Label Today I Would Sign Drake, Wale..." [Video]

September 1, 2012 8:50 PM

Oklahoma City Thunder's Kevin Durant graces the first issue of Champ Sports' SWAG e-zine and reveals what hip-hop artists and R&B singer he would sign if he had his very own record label.

Continue reading Kevin Durant Reveals What Rappers He'd Ink: "If I Started A Record Label Today I Would Sign Drake, Wale..." [Video].

First Man On Moon Neil Armstrong Dead At 82, President Barack Obama Reacts

August 25, 2012 6:35 PM

The first man to walk on the moon nearly 45 years ago, Neil Armstrong, has passed away at the age of 82 from medical compilcations this weekend.

Continue reading First Man On Moon Neil Armstrong Dead At 82, President Barack Obama Reacts.

50 Cent Says GG-GG-Get Behind The Prez: "Vote For Obama, People Are Hurting Out Here"

August 19, 2012 9:09 AM

G-Unit leader 50 Cent is showing who he supports in the upcoming presidential election by urging his 6.9 million Twitter followers to re-elect President Barack Obama this November.

Continue reading 50 Cent Says GG-GG-Get Behind The Prez: "Vote For Obama, People Are Hurting Out Here".

Lupe Fiasco Puts President Obama On Blast Again, "You Have Someone Who's A Great Speaker But Kills Little Children" [Audio]

July 28, 2012 10:24 PM

Just over a year since Grammy-winning rapper Lupe Fiasco called President Barack Obama the United States' biggest terrorist, he has taken things up a notch by labeling him a child killer.

Continue reading Lupe Fiasco Puts President Obama On Blast Again, "You Have Someone Who's A Great Speaker But Kills Little Children" [Audio].

Killer Mike Predicts 2012 Presidential Election Winner

July 24, 2012 10:21 AM

Atlanta rapper Killer Mike is echoing the same remarks DJ Drama previously told SOHH by predicting President Barack Obama will win a second term in the upcoming presidential election.

Continue reading Killer Mike Predicts 2012 Presidential Election Winner.

President Obama, Ghostface Killah, Just Blaze, Chad Ochocinco & More React To "Dark Knight Rises" Colorado Massacre

July 20, 2012 11:30 AM

President Barack Obama, Ghostface Killah, Just Blaze, Chad Ochocinco, Masta Ace and more have all come forward to send their condolences and react to the deadly Dark Knight Rises Colorado massacre.

Continue reading President Obama, Ghostface Killah, Just Blaze, Chad Ochocinco & More React To "Dark Knight Rises" Colorado Massacre.

Wale Offers His Pick Of Most Underrated Rap Group Ever

June 21, 2012 10:25 AM

It's always dope to see younger, newer cats in the game salute the vets of this genre we all know and love called hip hop. While discussing his upcoming third LP, MMG rapper Wale tipped his hat to The Roots a music team he went on to cite as the most underrated in the industry.

Continue reading Wale Offers His Pick Of Most Underrated Rap Group Ever.

Drake Beefs Up W/ Chiseled-Out Bodyguards In Nation's Capital

June 20, 2012 10:55 AM

Young Money rapper Drake is rolling deep these days as seen in new photographs and reports of him alongside two bulky bodyguards out in Washington, D.C.

Continue reading Drake Beefs Up W/ Chiseled-Out Bodyguards In Nation's Capital.

Lil Wayne Credits Rikers Island For Sparking Political Awareness

June 20, 2012 9:38 AM

Grammy-winning rapper Lil Wayne recently talked politics and credited his 2010 stay at Rikers Island for widening his eyes on the importance of voting.

Continue reading Lil Wayne Credits Rikers Island For Sparking Political Awareness.

1YASELF: Weezy Uneasy Throne Watching + Fall Back Gwyneth

June 8, 2012 8:34 AM

1YASELF is the Hip-Hop Weekly Gazette. A shout-out from the belly of the beast. A Colt 45 toast in the champagne room. In the words of the immortal Philadelphia Freeway, aaaaall o' y'aaaall need to one yo'self.

Continue reading 1YASELF: Weezy Uneasy Throne Watching + Fall Back Gwyneth.

Drake Fires Pusha T Shots In Washington, DC, "Don't Talk To Me N*gga"

May 27, 2012 1:36 PM

Young Money star Drake has reportedly taken action in light of alleged Pusha T disses directed toward him and boss Lil Wayne by going at the Clipse rapper this weekend in Washington, D.C.

Continue reading Drake Fires Pusha T Shots In Washington, DC, "Don't Talk To Me N*gga".

9th Wonder Stands Behind Wale's Sound, "If You Wanna Sell A Mass Amount Of Records, Your Style's Going To Change" [Video]

May 24, 2012 12:35 PM

Producer 9th Wonder recently stood up for Wale in light of signing to Maybach Music Group last year and said fans should not get upset when their favorite artists try to evolve.

Continue reading 9th Wonder Stands Behind Wale's Sound, "If You Wanna Sell A Mass Amount Of Records, Your Style's Going To Change" [Video].

Nas Sizes Up The First Lady, "Michelle Obama Is The Most Beautiful Woman On The Planet"

May 22, 2012 5:30 PM

President Barack Obama may have to keep First Lady Michelle Obama close by these days as New York rap veteran Nas has shown an attraction to the "most beautiful" woman alive.

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T.I. Follows President Obama & Jay-Z's Blueprint, Rides W/ Same-Sex Marriage Rights

May 17, 2012 8:12 AM

Grammy-winning rapper T.I. is the latest artist to stand by President Barack Obama in light of his recent public acknowledgement of same-sex marriage and explained his personal stance on the topic.

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Hip-Hop Loses 'Godfather Of Go-Go', Bun B, Big Daddy Kane & More React

May 16, 2012 5:52 PM

Today, legendary musician Chuck Brown passed away at the age of 75, with a reputation as the "Godfather of Go-Go," and as a music innovator in the Washington, D.C. area.

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Young Jeezy Gets Presidential Love, Barack Obama Shouts Out The Snowman [Video]

April 29, 2012 10:46 PM

Atlanta rapper Young Jeezy recently showed off just how deep his poltical connects run after President Barack Obama shouted him out over the weekend at his White House Correspondents' Dinner.

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President Obama Slow Jams W/ The Roots, Jimmy Fallon [Video]

April 25, 2012 9:41 AM

United States President Barack Obama showed off his lighter side Tuesday (April 24) night by appearing on the "Jimmy Fallon Show" and slow-jamming the topic of Stafford Student Loans.

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Ma$e Clocks In "Slight Work" W/ Diddy, Wale & French Montana [Audio]

April 24, 2012 9:18 PM

Former Bad Boy Records rapper Ma$e is officially back to making music again as heard on Wale's "Slight Work" remix featuring his ex-boss Diddy.

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Wale Bets Against NY Jets' Tim Tebow, Threatens To Cut Dreads

April 24, 2012 12:00 PM

Maybach Music Group's Wale showed off his sports prowess this week by offering to cut his iconic dreads with a bet on New York Jets' backup quarterback Tim Tebow.

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Michelle Obama Responds To Beyonce Knowles-Carter's Open Letter

April 13, 2012 4:30 PM

The First Lady of the United States Michelle Obama has shown her appreciation toward Grammy-winning singer Beyonce Knowles-Carter by publicly responding to her open letter this week.

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President Obama Throws Up The Roc For Jay-Z, Says Kanye West's Still "A Jack*ss"

April 12, 2012 4:55 PM

President Barack Obama is no stranger to freedom of speech, as he has once again been quoted referring to Grammy-award winning rapper, Kanye West, as a "Jack*ss."

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Beyonce Follows Jay-Z's Blueprint, Shows Obama Support W/ Open Letter

April 12, 2012 10:16 AM

Grammy-winning singer Beyonce Knowles-Carter is following in the footsteps of her husband/rapper Jay-Z by dishing out presidential support, specifically, to the First Lady of the United States.

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Lauryn Hill Slays Her Competition, Becomes "Fearless Vampire Killer" [Video]

March 1, 2012 5:33 PM

Grammy-award winning singer Lauryn Hill is out to keep her word on her long awaited comeback, by debuting her new record entitled "Fearless Vampire Killer" at a Washington, D.C. concert this past week.

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"The Streets Of DC Are Going Crazy Because He's The Hottest Thing Out Right Now"

February 13, 2012 5:25 PM

With Maybach Music Group leader Rick Ross slated to takeover Washington, D.C. later this month, SFI Live CEO Tiffany Bowen tells SOHH the nation's capital is ready to see the "Boss."

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Wale Weighs In On SOPA Dispute, "I Keep My Mouth Shut If I'm Not All The Way Knowing..." [Video]

January 27, 2012 4:30 PM

Maybach Music Group's Wale recently gave his input on the SOPA (Stop Online Piracy Act) being discussed by the government and admitted he is not fully up on the current debate.

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Which Of These Rappers Bodied Their 'Stay Schemin' Freestyle?! [Listen & Speak]

January 21, 2012 9:00 AM

One of the cool things that I miss about the show Rap City: Tha Bassment were the freestyles. You'd see some of the hottest acts of the time goin' in over some of the popular beats of that era.

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Gov't Website Hackings Spread Following Megaupload Shutdown

January 20, 2012 4:30 PM

Hours after popular file-sharing website Megaupload was shut down through government actions, a fury of online sites have experienced the wrath of hackers reportedly in retaliation for yesterday's execution.

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Wale Addresses Pill's Maybach Music Group Departure, "It Just Didn't Work Out"

January 19, 2012 10:59 PM

Maybach Music Group's Wale has confirmed Atlanta rapper Pill's disassociation from Rick Ross' growing label roster and said despite some haste words over the past few weeks he still has nothing but love for him.

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Hip Hop Attack?! Feds Start Rap Label To Bust Gun & Drug Dealers + Reality Star Chick Bares Some A** [Click Here & Speak]

December 20, 2011 2:00 AM

Hip Hop music can be used to unify people or to set up major drug busts, apparently. In what might be the craziest rap-related arrest in the past few months, authorities started their own label to catch some big time criminals. Kray.

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Wale & Meek Mill Follow The Boss' Lead

December 19, 2011 9:40 AM

Maybach Music Group's Wale and Meek Mill are taking after their boss, Rick Ross, by announcing plans to drop their own joint mixtape heading into 2012.

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