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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.

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".

Snoop Dogg On Touring W/ Comedian Mike Epps, "I Had To Find Somebody I Could Match"

March 18, 2010 5:50 PM

West Coast rap veteran Snoop Dogg has explained why he decided to team-up with comedian Mike Epps for their upcoming Imagine That Tour.

Continue reading Snoop Dogg On Touring W/ Comedian Mike Epps, "I Had To Find Somebody I Could Match".

Drake's "Over" Director Talks Music Video, "It's Not Gonna Be What You Expect"

March 18, 2010 5:25 PM

Director Anthony Mandler has shared some insight for what fans may expect from Drake's upcoming "Over" music video and said the Young Money rapper had a lot of input.

Continue reading Drake's "Over" Director Talks Music Video, "It's Not Gonna Be What You Expect".

Jay Rock Confronts Ice Cube Over Blog Diss, "Stop Being Scared To Call A N*gga Out"

March 18, 2010 4:15 PM

West Coast rapper Jay Rock has confronted Ice Cube over a recent blog posting he wrote citing the surge of "local emcees" disrespecting his legacy.

Continue reading Jay Rock Confronts Ice Cube Over Blog Diss, "Stop Being Scared To Call A N*gga Out".

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".

UPDATE: Case Against Game Awaits Judge's Ruling

March 18, 2010 12:00 PM

A judge is set to decide whether  or not  Game's 2007 felony conviction can be used against him in a civil damages suit.

Continue reading UPDATE: Case Against Game Awaits Judge's Ruling.

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".

Arrest Warrant Issued For Lil Wayne In AZ Gun Case

March 16, 2010 10:00 PM

Today, a bench warrant was issued for the arrest of incarcerated rapper Lil Wayne after he became a no-show for his Arizona court appearance.

Continue reading Arrest Warrant Issued For Lil Wayne In AZ Gun Case.

Floyd Mayweather Explains Rick Ross Truce, "I Guess He Don't Really Want No Problem"

March 16, 2010 6:15 PM

Boxing champion Floyd Mayweather, Jr. has opened up about deading his past rap beef with Rick Ross and said he ultimately allowed the rapper to decide his own fate.

Continue reading Floyd Mayweather Explains Rick Ross Truce, "I Guess He Don't Really Want No Problem".

Michael Jackson Estate & Sony Reach $250 Mil Agreement, 10-Album Deal

March 16, 2010 11:35 AM

The Michael Jackson estate and powerhouse Sony Music have agreed on a seven-year $250 million deal that approves the rights to release 10 more albums of the late singer's recordings.

Continue reading Michael Jackson Estate & Sony Reach $250 Mil Agreement, 10-Album Deal.

Game Wants To Erase Gangster Credibility, Asks Judge To Ignore Profane & Violent Lyrics

March 16, 2010 11:00 AM

Black Wall Street leader Game requested that the judge for his upcoming assault trial keep references to his gangster rap career out of the courtroom.

Continue reading Game Wants To Erase Gangster Credibility, Asks Judge To Ignore Profane & Violent Lyrics.

"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".

Drake Reportedly Shooting "Over" Music Video In Los Angeles

March 13, 2010 1:05 AM

Young Money's Drake is reportedly recording a music video for his new single "Over" in California from the upcoming album, Thank Me Later.

Continue reading Drake Reportedly Shooting "Over" Music Video In Los Angeles.

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".

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".

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.

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".

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".

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".

Game & Bun B On Lil Wayne's Jail Bid, "I Like For My N*ggas That Co-Exist W/ Me In Hip-Hop To Win"

March 8, 2010 10:42 PM

Rappers Game and Bun B have shared their reactions to Lil Wayne being sentenced to a year in jail earlier today.

Continue reading Game & Bun B On Lil Wayne's Jail Bid, "I Like For My N*ggas That Co-Exist W/ Me In Hip-Hop To Win".

Xzibit Keeps His Pen Game Inking, "I'm Not One Of These Newfangled Rappers Who Don't Have To Write Sh*t Down"

March 8, 2010 5:05 PM

West Coast rapper Xzibit has discussed how he composes records and why he does not feel pressured to mentally write his raps like Jay-Z and Lil Wayne.

Continue reading Xzibit Keeps His Pen Game Inking, "I'm Not One Of These Newfangled Rappers Who Don't Have To Write Sh*t Down".

Ice Cube Plans To Reunite W/ Dr. Dre For "I Am The West" Album, "I May Do Comedies But I Ain't No Joke"

March 6, 2010 3:13 PM

West Coast rap veteran Ice Cube has revealed his intent to work with former N.W.A. labelmate Dr. Dre on his upcoming I Am The West album and said he has already chosen a lead single.

Continue reading Ice Cube Plans To Reunite W/ Dr. Dre For "I Am The West" Album, "I May Do Comedies But I Ain't No Joke" .

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.

Snoop Dogg Wins Overseas Battle, Fights His Way Back Into The United Kingdom

March 4, 2010 5:55 PM

West Coast rap veteran Snoop Dogg was granted the right to re-enter the United Kingdom after being banned from the country for over three years.

Continue reading Snoop Dogg Wins Overseas Battle, Fights His Way Back Into The United Kingdom.

DMX's "Gospel Rap Extravaganza" Church Concert Canceled

March 4, 2010 10:40 AM

The high school that was set to host DMX's "gospel rap extravaganza" this weekend has reportedly canceled the show due to the rapper's involvement with the fundraiser.

Continue reading DMX's "Gospel Rap Extravaganza" Church Concert Canceled.

Mitt Romney On Scuffle W/ Sky Blu, Says He "Tapped Him On The Shoulder"

March 3, 2010 11:00 AM

Former Republican presidential contender Mitt Romney has offered his side of the recent airplane scuffle he had with LMFAO's Sky Blu.

Continue reading Mitt Romney On Scuffle W/ Sky Blu, Says He "Tapped Him On The Shoulder".

Keyshia Cole & NBA Star Welcome First Baby Together

March 3, 2010 8:58 AM

R&B singer Keyshia Cole and NBA star Daniel Gibson have reportedly welcomed in the birth of their first child together.

Continue reading Keyshia Cole & NBA Star Welcome First Baby Together.

DMX Headed To Church, Announces "Gospel Rap Extravaganza" Event

March 2, 2010 11:55 AM

Rapper DMX has announced a "gospel rap extravaganza" church performance next weekend in Arizona.

Continue reading DMX Headed To Church, Announces "Gospel Rap Extravaganza" Event.

Floyd Mayweather Blasts Diddy's Rick Ross Co-Sign, "He's Not The Next Biggie Smalls"

March 1, 2010 4:44 PM

Boxing champion Floyd Mayweather has blasted Diddy's recent co-sign of Rick Ross as an artist capable of becoming the next Biggie Smalls.

Continue reading Floyd Mayweather Blasts Diddy's Rick Ross Co-Sign, "He's Not The Next Biggie Smalls".

Forest Whitaker Upset W/ Lil Wayne's "Hurricane Season" Film Straight-To-DVD Release, "It's A Travesty"

February 26, 2010 1:00 PM

Academy Award-winning actor Forest Whitaker has shared his feelings about his film Hurricane Season, which co-stars Lil Wayne, being released directly to DVD.

Continue reading Forest Whitaker Upset W/ Lil Wayne's "Hurricane Season" Film Straight-To-DVD Release, "It's A Travesty".

UPDATE: LMFAO's SKy Blu Explains Mitt Romney Scuffle, "I Went Upside His Head One Time"

February 26, 2010 11:00 AM

LMFAO's Sky Blu has updated fans on what exactly went down with Republican politician Mitt Romney and airport security earlier this month.

Continue reading UPDATE: LMFAO's SKy Blu Explains Mitt Romney Scuffle, "I Went Upside His Head One Time".

Yung Berg Stands By Las Vegas Story, "I Wasn't Going To Speak About It Because It Was Lie"

February 25, 2010 9:33 PM

Rapper Yung Berg has remained firm on not being beaten up during a California robbery earlier this week despite reports that cited him as one of the victims.

Continue reading Yung Berg Stands By Las Vegas Story, "I Wasn't Going To Speak About It Because It Was Lie".

Ice Cube Reps "The West" On New LP, "This Sh*t Is Cocky, No Apologies"

February 24, 2010 10:43 PM

Rap veteran Ice Cube has announced his return to the recording studio with the upcoming release of his next solo album, I Am The West.

Continue reading Ice Cube Reps "The West" On New LP, "This Sh*t Is Cocky, No Apologies".

T-Pain, Snoop Dogg, Rick Ross & More Talk "Freaknik: The Musical" [Video]

February 24, 2010 4:30 PM

T-Pain, Snoop Dogg and Rick Ross have spoken on their involvement in the upcoming' Freaknik: The Musical' cartoon and promised the television project would leave fans satisfied.

Continue reading T-Pain, Snoop Dogg, Rick Ross & More Talk "Freaknik: The Musical" [Video].

UPDATE: Yung Berg Addresses Robbery Reports, "What You Got To Know Is I Am Fine" [Video]

February 24, 2010 1:20 PM

Rapper Yung Berg has addressed recent reports that claim he was the victim of a brutal beatdown and robbery earlier this week.

Continue reading UPDATE: Yung Berg Addresses Robbery Reports, "What You Got To Know Is I Am Fine" [Video].

Too Short Preps Digital Release, "[Majors] Will Not Push Your Product If You Don't Have The Hottest Single On The Radio"

February 22, 2010 3:05 PM

Rap veteran Too Short has decided to look beyond major record labels for his new album, Still Smokin', and said he would drop the project digitally.

Continue reading Too Short Preps Digital Release, "[Majors] Will Not Push Your Product If You Don't Have The Hottest Single On The Radio" .

Snoop Dogg Gets Pounded By Tax Man, Owes $598K To Government

February 22, 2010 2:05 PM

Rap veteran Snoop Dogg has reportedly fallen behind on his taxes and owes the government more than $598,000.

Continue reading Snoop Dogg Gets Pounded By Tax Man, Owes $598K To Government .

Fantasia Receives Life-Threatening Hate Mail, Los Angeles Police Department Contacted

February 20, 2010 12:34 PM

Former "American Idol" winner Fantasia Barrino has reportedly become the victim of a hate crime after receiving life-threatening fan mail following a performance last night in California.

Continue reading Fantasia Receives Life-Threatening Hate Mail, Los Angeles Police Department Contacted .

Beanie Sigel Drops The Roc On T.I., Diddy Wants Biggie's Spot & Birdman's Oil Well Dries Up

February 19, 2010 11:55 PM

In this week's Pulse Report, we're switchin' that a** back all the way to yesterweek to check out Beanie Sigel moving past Jay-Z for T.I., try to make sense of Diddy wanting a shot at Biggie's untouched spot, search for Birdman's untraceable oil wells, *Blank Stare* at Fabolous and induct a whole new class of "STFU Honors" inductees.

Continue reading Beanie Sigel Drops The Roc On T.I., Diddy Wants Biggie's Spot & Birdman's Oil Well Dries Up .

Jim Jones, Joe Budden, Warren G React To Tiger Woods' Statement, "I Wouldn't Apologize For Sh*t"

February 19, 2010 2:25 PM

Jim Jones, Joe Budden and Warren G have shared their reactions to the press conference golf star Tiger Woods held today about his alleged affairs.

Continue reading Jim Jones, Joe Budden, Warren G React To Tiger Woods' Statement, "I Wouldn't Apologize For Sh*t".

LMFAO's Sky Blu Admits To Airplane Scuffle W/ Republican Politician Mitt Romney

February 19, 2010 10:50 AM

Grammy-nominated rapper, Skyler "Sky Blu" Gordy of electro-hop group LMFAO has admitted the he and Republican Mitt Romney had an altercation on a plane earlier this week.

Continue reading LMFAO's Sky Blu Admits To Airplane Scuffle W/ Republican Politician Mitt Romney.

Game's "400 Bars" On The Way, Cover Art Released

February 18, 2010 12:05 PM

The cover art to Game's upcoming "400 Bars" song has landed online and features a new release date for the rapper's upcoming album.

Continue reading Game's "400 Bars" On The Way, Cover Art Released .

Chris Brown To Face Judge Today, Community Service Duties In Question

February 18, 2010 11:45 AM

R&B singer Chris Brown is reportedly heading to court today to face a judge who is questioning whether or not the type of community service Brown has been performing in Virginia is truly hard labor.

Continue reading Chris Brown To Face Judge Today, Community Service Duties In Question.

Game Contemplates "R.E.D." Lead Off, "Should The First Single Be A Pharrell Or Dr. Dre Track?"

February 17, 2010 11:45 AM

West Coast rapper Game wants his fans to help determine whether his R.E.D. Album's first official single should be produced by Pharrell Williams or Dr. Dre.

Continue reading Game Contemplates "R.E.D." Lead Off, "Should The First Single Be A Pharrell Or Dr. Dre Track?" .

Russell Simmons & JD On John Mayer's Controversial N-Word Usage, "He Didn't Mean Anything By It"

February 16, 2010 11:30 PM

Rap moguls Jermaine "JD" Dupri and Russell Simmons have vouched for rocker John Mayer in light of his recently published Playboy Magazine interview where he is quoted using the N-word.

Continue reading Russell Simmons & JD On John Mayer's Controversial N-Word Usage, "He Didn't Mean Anything By It" .

Petey Pablo On His Past Suge Knight Association, "I Was Never Signed To Death Row" [Video]

February 16, 2010 12:40 PM

Rapper Petey Pablo has denied past reports that he was signed to rap mogul Suge Knight's renowned Death Row Records.

Continue reading Petey Pablo On His Past Suge Knight Association, "I Was Never Signed To Death Row" [Video].

Knoc-Turn'al Heats Up Game Taunts, "He Was A Disco Dancer" [Video]

February 14, 2010 11:05 AM

West Coast rapper Knoc-Turn'al has decided to not back down from recent taunts made toward by him rapper Game and called out the emcee's street credibility.

Continue reading Knoc-Turn'al Heats Up Game Taunts, "He Was A Disco Dancer" [Video] .

Tony Yayo Wants 50 Cent, Eminem & Dr. Dre Tour, "I'll Be A Stagehand & Work In The Back"

February 12, 2010 10:35 AM

G-Unit's Tony Yayo has dreamed up a tour with 50 Cent, Eminem and Dr. Dre and offered to take a position on the road crew.

Continue reading Tony Yayo Wants 50 Cent, Eminem & Dr. Dre Tour, "I'll Be A Stagehand & Work In The Back".

Dr. Dre Says Death Row Not Paying "Chronic" Royalties, Files $75K Lawsuit

February 12, 2010 12:13 AM

Former Death Row Records artist Dr. Dre has filed a lawsuit against his ex-label for reportedly not receiving royalty payments from his 1992 album, The Chronic.

Continue reading Dr. Dre Says Death Row Not Paying "Chronic" Royalties, Files $75K Lawsuit .

DJ Skee Questions Drake's Career Moves, "He Could Have Revolutionized The Music Game"

February 11, 2010 1:20 PM

West Coast radio personality DJ Skee recently discussed Drake's decision to sign to a major label and said the Young Money rapper missed an opportunity to revolutionize the music business.

Continue reading DJ Skee Questions Drake's Career Moves, "He Could Have Revolutionized The Music Game" .

Rick Ross Calls Off Floyd Mayweather Beef, "We Shook Hands"

February 11, 2010 10:45 AM

Miami rapper Rick Ross ended his beef with boxer Floyd Mayweather, Jr. during a formal one-on-one discussion.

Continue reading Rick Ross Calls Off Floyd Mayweather Beef, "We Shook Hands" .

Bow Wow Congratulates Game's Return To Aftermath, "I Know The Doc Gone Lace You W/ Them Beats"

February 10, 2010 1:30 PM

Rapper Bow Wow has congratulated Game on his return to Dr. Dre's Aftermath Records and revealed his anticipation for the rapper's R.E.D. Album.

Continue reading Bow Wow Congratulates Game's Return To Aftermath, "I Know The Doc Gone Lace You W/ Them Beats".

E-40 Emerges From The Shadows, Plans To Drop 2 Albums On Same Day

February 10, 2010 10:15 AM

West Coast rapper E-40 has announced plans to make his comeback by releasing two albums next month.

Continue reading E-40 Emerges From The Shadows, Plans To Drop 2 Albums On Same Day.

Game Confirms "400 Bars" Is On Deck, "I'm Trying To Finish [It] Up"

February 10, 2010 10:10 AM

Black Wall Street leader Game has confirmed that he's working on a follow-up to his hard-hitting 2005 G-Unit diss record, "300 Bars & Running."

Continue reading Game Confirms "400 Bars" Is On Deck, "I'm Trying To Finish [It] Up".

Game Talks Going 1-On-1 W/ Ashanti, "She Can Sing Like A Motherf*cker"

February 9, 2010 11:15 AM

Game has opened up about his recent studio sessions with Dr. Dre and Ashanti saying he has placed the music over his past beef with Murder Inc.

Continue reading Game Talks Going 1-On-1 W/ Ashanti, "She Can Sing Like A Motherf*cker" .

Game Pours Out Tila Tequila's Lies, "You Knew Who Your Baby Daddy Was The Whole Time"

February 8, 2010 6:10 PM

West Coast rapper Game has made an attempt to clear his name from being the alleged father of Tila Tequila's forthcoming baby.

Continue reading Game Pours Out Tila Tequila's Lies, "You Knew Who Your Baby Daddy Was The Whole Time".

UPDATE: Danger Reportedly Cleared In Arson Investigation

February 8, 2010 12:35 PM

Former "For The Love Of Ray J" reality star Monica "Danger" Leon has reportedly been cleared in a recent arson investigation after it was reported she tried to burn her California apartment last week.

Continue reading UPDATE: Danger Reportedly Cleared In Arson Investigation .

Game Hints At Return To Aftermath Records, "It's Funny How Things Come Full Circle"

February 7, 2010 11:35 AM

Former Aftermath Records artist Game has shown signs of returning to Dr. Dre's renowned label after posting a photo wearing the company's logos this weekend.

Continue reading Game Hints At Return To Aftermath Records, "It's Funny How Things Come Full Circle" .

"Love Of Ray J" Star Detained By Police After Complex Catches Fire

February 5, 2010 10:15 AM

Former "For The Love Of Ray J" reality star Monica "Danger" Leon is reportedly being detained by police and  investigated for arson after her California apartment was set ablaze.

Continue reading "Love Of Ray J" Star Detained By Police After Complex Catches Fire .

Game Clowns Lil Wayne, 50 Cent, Young Jeezy & More, "Suge Knight Is Uncle Phil from 'Fresh Prince'"

February 4, 2010 3:00 PM

West Coast rapper Game took to his Twitter page last night to suggest celebrity look-a-likes for Lil Wayne, Young Jeezy, G-Unit and more.

Continue reading Game Clowns Lil Wayne, 50 Cent, Young Jeezy & More, "Suge Knight Is Uncle Phil from 'Fresh Prince'" .

Jay-Z Keeps "Hope" Alive At No. 2, Michael Jackson Gets "It" In Top 10 & Corinne Bailey Rae Sails Onto The Charts

February 3, 2010 1:55 PM

In this week's Sales Wrap, the Hope For Haiti compilation stands firm at No. 2, Michael Jackson resurrects into Top 10 and Corinne Bailey Rae sails into the charts.

Continue reading Jay-Z Keeps "Hope" Alive At No. 2, Michael Jackson Gets "It" In Top 10 & Corinne Bailey Rae Sails Onto The Charts .

Ras Kass Says Rappers Should Kill Dr. Dre Dreams, "Why Would You Put Your Destiny In Another Man's Hands?" [Video]

February 3, 2010 11:20 AM

West Coast rap veteran Ras Kass recently spoke on the amount of hope emcees put into Dr. Dre helping their careers.

Continue reading Ras Kass Says Rappers Should Kill Dr. Dre Dreams, "Why Would You Put Your Destiny In Another Man's Hands?" [Video] .

Scott Storch To Save "Detox" Album, "I'm Here Now, We're Gonna See It"

February 3, 2010 10:40 AM

Producer Scott Storch has announced his involvement with Dr. Dre's long-awaited Detox album and said now that he is on the project fans will see it in stores.

Continue reading Scott Storch To Save "Detox" Album, "I'm Here Now, We're Gonna See It" .

Raekwon, Jay Electronica, Ice Cube & More To Take Over Paid Dues Festival

February 2, 2010 5:15 PM

Raekwon, Jay Electronica, Ice Cube, Freeway and more have been chosen to perform at the upcoming Paid Dues this spring.

Continue reading Raekwon, Jay Electronica, Ice Cube & More To Take Over Paid Dues Festival.

Nicki Minaj Denies Giving "P*ssy Fight" Verse To Game & Ray J [Audio]

February 2, 2010 12:50 PM

Young Money's Nicki Minaj has denied taking part in Game and Ray J's latest collaboration track, "P*ssy Fight," after its online release yesterday.

Continue reading Nicki Minaj Denies Giving "P*ssy Fight" Verse To Game & Ray J [Audio].

Fabolous, Tony Yayo, Q-Tip & More Share Grammys Reactions, "Why Don't The Rap Categories Get Televised?"

January 31, 2010 10:27 PM

Fabolous, Tony Yayo, Q-Tip and more have shared their mixed reactions to this evening's 52nd Grammy Awards ceremony.

Continue reading Fabolous, Tony Yayo, Q-Tip & More Share Grammys Reactions, "Why Don't The Rap Categories Get Televised?" .

Travis Barker Confirms Eminem, Drake & Lil Wayne Grammy Performance

January 31, 2010 8:30 AM

Rocker Travis Barker has confirmed recent speculation suggesting he would be hitting the Grammy Awards stage tonight to perform with Eminem, Drake and Lil Wayne.

Continue reading Travis Barker Confirms Eminem, Drake & Lil Wayne Grammy Performance .

Game Confronts Ashanti Dating Gossip, "That's How Rumors Start" [Video]

January 31, 2010 8:00 AM

West Coast rapper Game has confronted recent speculation of being romantically involved with former Murder Inc. nemesis Ashanti.

Continue reading Game Confronts Ashanti Dating Gossip, "That's How Rumors Start" [Video] .

Tila Tequila Blasts Game For Denying Pregnancy Reports, "That's A Punk B*tch Right There Coward!" [Video]

January 30, 2010 8:00 AM

Reality star Tila Tequila has gone on a Twitter rage to call out rapper Game, who she claims has gotten her pregnant.

Continue reading Tila Tequila Blasts Game For Denying Pregnancy Reports, "That's A Punk B*tch Right There Coward!" [Video] .

Kanye West Knocks Out LAX Assault Community Service, Charges Are Dropped

January 29, 2010 5:55 PM

Grammy-winning rapper Kanye West has finally completed the community service hours he was slapped with following the 2008 scuffle with a photographer at LAX.

Continue reading Kanye West Knocks Out LAX Assault Community Service, Charges Are Dropped.

UPDATE: Knoc-Turn'al Says Game Can't "Break" His Career, "I Was Here Before Him" [Video]

January 29, 2010 5:50 PM

West Coast rapper Knoc-turn'al has responded to recent attacks Twitter attacks from Game.

Continue reading UPDATE: Knoc-Turn'al Says Game Can't "Break" His Career, "I Was Here Before Him" [Video] .

Gay Rights Groups Speak Out Against Reggae Star Buju Banton, Grammy Awards Recognition

January 29, 2010 3:05 PM

Gay rights groups have voiced their displeasure that incarcerated reggae rapper Buju Banton was nominated for an award at this weekend's Grammy ceremony.

Continue reading Gay Rights Groups Speak Out Against Reggae Star Buju Banton, Grammy Awards Recognition .

Game Threatens LA Radio, "If I Hear ['Empire State Of Mind'] 1 More Time, I'm Startin A Full Fledge Protest"

January 28, 2010 5:55 PM

West Coast rapper Game has publicly questioned why Jay-Z's New York anthem "Empire State of Mind" is in heavy rotation on Los Angeles radio.

Continue reading Game Threatens LA Radio, "If I Hear ['Empire State Of Mind'] 1 More Time, I'm Startin A Full Fledge Protest".

Omarion Upset W/ Grammys, "How You Gon' Have A Michael [Jackson] Tribute Without The Playboy?"

January 28, 2010 1:50 PM

R&B singer Omarion recently spoke on the Grammys' upcoming Michael Jackson tribute and questioned why he is not involved in paying homage to the late singer.

Continue reading Omarion Upset W/ Grammys, "How You Gon' Have A Michael [Jackson] Tribute Without The Playboy?" .

Rihanna Shoots Down Grammy Performance Talk, "They Might Be A Little Mad At Me"

January 27, 2010 5:30 PM

R&B singer Rihanna has denied recent speculation that she will be performing at next weekend's Grammy Awards in California.

Continue reading Rihanna Shoots Down Grammy Performance Talk, "They Might Be A Little Mad At Me".

Game Opens Up About Michael Jackson's "This Is It" Film, "It Made Me Shed A Tear"

January 27, 2010 2:30 PM

West Coast rapper Game has opened up about the new DVD release This Is It and how the late Michael Jackson's legacy is given new light in the film.

Continue reading Game Opens Up About Michael Jackson's "This Is It" Film, "It Made Me Shed A Tear" .

Ashanti Doubles Up W/ Game & Dr. Dre, "Awww Sh*t It's A Problem!!!"

January 27, 2010 11:55 AM

R&B singer Ashanti recently joined Dr. Dre and Game for a studio session in Los Angeles.

Continue reading Ashanti Doubles Up W/ Game & Dr. Dre, "Awww Sh*t It's A Problem!!!" .

UPDATE: Game Fires Back At Knoc-Turn'al, "Put A Diss Out So I Can Put Yo A** To Sleep"

January 26, 2010 6:00 PM

Black Wall Street leader Game has responded to a recent Knoc-Turn-al interview where the former Aftermath associate spoke on his career with Dr. Dre and 50 Cent.

Continue reading UPDATE: Game Fires Back At Knoc-Turn'al, "Put A Diss Out So I Can Put Yo A** To Sleep".

Game Questions The Education System, "I Think School Was Government's Plot To Keep Track Of Us"

January 26, 2010 11:50 AM

Black Wall Street leader Game has publicly questioned the United States school system and suggested that the government has ulterior motives for making kids attend.

Continue reading Game Questions The Education System, "I Think School Was Government's Plot To Keep Track Of Us" .

Knoc-Turn'al On 50 Cent Saving Game's Career, "He Was About To Get Dropped Because He Couldn't Make No Hooks [Video]

January 25, 2010 5:05 PM

Aftermath associate Knoc-Turn'al recently revealed how 50 Cent saved Game from being dropped by Dr. Dre.

Continue reading Knoc-Turn'al On 50 Cent Saving Game's Career, "He Was About To Get Dropped Because He Couldn't Make No Hooks [Video] .

Dr. Dre Not Rushing "Detox" Release, "I Don't Think I've Done That [Perfect] Record Yet"

January 25, 2010 11:15 AM

Producer Dr. Dre has addressed his long-awaited Detox album delay and said he is still trying to create the "perfect" record.

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Warren G Talks Dr. Dre's "Detox" Delay, "Me & Him Are Supposed To Do A Record On There" [Video]

January 23, 2010 9:00 PM

West Coast rapper Warren G recently spoke on Dr. Dre's long-awaited Detox album delay and said he has been considered for a record on the project.

Continue reading Warren G Talks Dr. Dre's "Detox" Delay, "Me & Him Are Supposed To Do A Record On There" [Video] .

Joe Budden & Royce Da 5'9 Drop Benzino Diss, "[I'll] Stretch A N*gga Out Like He Rosa Acosta" [Audio]"

January 22, 2010 10:10 AM

Slaughterhouse's Royce Da 5'9 and Joe Budden have responded to Benzino's recent diss record, "Killaz", by offering up their own track aimed at the rap veteran called "40/40."

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Rick Ross Explains Floyd Mayweather Las Vegas Showdown, "Somebody Most Definitely Owes Diddy A Dinner Date"

January 21, 2010 6:00 PM

Rapper Rick Ross has confirmed recent reports of a showdown nearly taking place against himself and boxer Floyd Mayweather, Jr. but said Diddy did, in deed, break them apart.

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Joell Ortiz On Competition Within Slaughterhouse , "If You [Don't] Bring Your A-Game, You'll Get Your A** Whipped" [Video]

January 21, 2010 4:35 PM

Slaughterhouse's Joell Ortiz recently reflected on what lessons he has learned from joining his four-member rap group.

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Hell Rell Wants To Jack Kanye West For Beats, "Kid Cudi Ain't Been Doing It Right" [Video]

January 21, 2010 3:10 PM

Dipset associate Hell Rell recently expressed desire to work with producers like Kanye West, Dr. Dre and Swizz Beatz.

Continue reading Hell Rell Wants To Jack Kanye West For Beats, "Kid Cudi Ain't Been Doing It Right" [Video] .

Snoop Dogg Shows His Acting Chops W/ Xzibit, Jamie Foxx & Nipsey Hussle

January 21, 2010 1:55 PM

West Coast rapper Snoop Dogg has decided to offer fans a deluxe version of his 2009 album Malice N Wonderland which will include a mini-film co-starring Jamie Foxx, Xzibit and Nipsey Hussle.

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Unreleased 3-D Michael Jackson Movie To Air During Grammys

January 21, 2010 1:10 PM

The late Michael Jackson will reportedly be honored during this month's 52nd Grammy Awards ceremony.

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Game Takes Dr. Dre's Advice On Posing For Photos, "If I Don't Feel Comfortable, I'm Not Doing It"

January 21, 2010 12:30 PM

Former Aftermath Records recording artist Game recently discussed how talking with veteran producer Dr. Dre helped him alter his rap image.

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Public Enemy's Flavor Flav Reportedly Involved In Multi-Car Crash In Las Vegas

January 21, 2010 11:20 AM

Public Enemy rapper Flavor Flav was reportedly involved in a car crash in Las Vegas earlier this week.

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Gorillaz Swing Snoop Dogg & Mos Def Collabos For Comeback Album

January 21, 2010 10:35 AM

Rock Hop animated band Gorillaz have enlisted the help of rappers Snoop Dogg and Mos Def for their first album in five years, Plastic Beach, which is set for release this spring.

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Jamie Foxx Talks Biggie Smalls & 2Pac, "A Lot Of These Guys Wouldn't Even Have Careers If [They] Didn't Pass" [Audio]

January 21, 2010 12:20 AM

Comedian/singer Jamie Foxx recently spoke on the legacy of late rappers Tupac Shakur and Notorious B.I.G. and stressed how their deaths sparked various rap careers.

Continue reading Jamie Foxx Talks Biggie Smalls & 2Pac, "A Lot Of These Guys Wouldn't Even Have Careers If [They] Didn't Pass" [Audio] .

Robin Thicke Plans Stevie Wonder Collabo For "Sex Therapy" Follow-Up, "We'll Put It On The Next One For Sure" [Video]

January 20, 2010 6:05 PM

R&B singer Robin Thicke recently discussed collaborating with Stevie Wonder for the sequel to his Sex Therapy album.

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Warren G On Not Joining Snoop Dogg & Dr. Dre At Death Row Records, "I Didn't Want To Be Waiting" [Video]

January 20, 2010 12:00 PM

Rap veteran Warren G recently spoke on his decision to not join former West Coast powerhouse Death Row Records at the peak of its success.

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Tahiry Clowns Somaya Reece's Joe Budden Rant, "B*tch, What Did You Think Would Happen?" [Video]

January 19, 2010 10:33 PM

King Magazine covergirl Tahiry Jose has taken a stab at model Somaya Reece over her recent tearful Joe Budden rant by releasing a mock video.

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Wale, B.o.B., Jay-Z, De La Soul & More To Invade Coachella 2010

January 19, 2010 1:05 PM

Rappers Wale, B.o.B., Jay-Z and more have been selected to perform at the upcoming 11th annual Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival this spring in California.

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Tha Bizness Say "F*ck The Hackers" & Leak Unreleased Drake Music [Audio]

January 18, 2010 12:00 PM

Production duo Tha Bizness have responded to hackers who threatened to illegally release  their collaboration with Drake by leaking the track, "Love & Guns", themselves.

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Busta Rhymes & Game Promise Hollywood Caliber Collabo, "[We] Makin' Hits"

January 18, 2010 10:35 AM

Former Aftermath Records labelmates Busta Rhymes and Game have once again linked up in the studio to put together a blockbuster collaboration.

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Joell Ortiz On Benzino's Slaughterhouse Taunts, "I Don't Have A Problem W/ Anyone" [Audio]

January 17, 2010 10:00 PM

Slaughterhouse's Joell Ortiz has addressed recent remarks and taunts by rap veteran Benzino by saying he does not feel threatened to embark on the confrontation.

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