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DMX Opens Up About George Zimmerman Boxing Match [VIDEO]
It's not official yet, but the news of the week is DMX taking up George Zimmerman's challenge to meet him in the boxing ring. The rapper spoke on-camera for the first time since the announcement when a FOX News crew caught up with him.
Macklemore & Ryan Lewis’ Sales Double Following 2014 Grammy Awards
This is part of the reason why winning a Grammy is such a big deal. In addition to acting as validation, a Grammy win or performance can lead to a sales boost in the weeks following the ceremony. Macklemore and Ryan Lewis are the latest artists to reap the rewards.
T.I. Bounces With Iggy Azalea, Young Dro and Travi$ Scott on ‘Hell You Sayin”
Iggy Azalea's debut album, 'The New Classic,' arrives on April 14 and the rapper is keeping her name in the headlines before its release. She followed up a remix with the new song 'Fancy' featuring Charli XCX and now she showcases more of her rhymes on T.I.'s 'Hell You Sayin,'' which features Hustle Gang members Young Dro and Travi$ Scott.
Bob Marley Day Announced in Toronto by Mayor Rob Ford [VIDEO]
As absurd as Rob Ford has been these past few months, he's still the mayor of Toronto by law. But it's questionable if it's within his power to decide to declare a holiday on the very same day. Ford decreed that today (Feb. 6) is Bob Marley Day in Toronto to commemorate the reggae legend's birthday.
A-Trak & Lex Luger Are Low Pros, Release ‘Jack Tripper’ With Young Thug & PeeWee Longway
The combination of A-Trak and Lex Luger as Low Pros is a lethal one. Perhaps their partnership shouldn't even be allowed. Someone definitely is going to get bodied with that much banger-making prowess in one package. That sort of rambunctiousness joins forces with Young Thug and PeeWee Longway for the explosive 'Jack Tripper' -- produced alongside Metro Boomin.
Missy Elliott Explains Long Absence From Music [VIDEO]
Missy Elliott released 'Triple Threat' and '9th Inning' in September 2012, but she's remained quiet since then. There's been no word on what's going on with her next album, which would be her first in nine years. The rapper spoke with Yahoo!'s 'The Yo Show' to talk about her hiatus.
Drake Previews New Songs at New York City Nightclub [VIDEO]
Drake offered patrons in a New York City nightclub a treat Monday night (Feb. 3). The Toronto rapper previewed two new tracks as he and French Montana were turning up at Griffin.
Ciara Glows in New Pregnancy Photos
Ciara and Future not only look like they're in love, they sound like it. They are wistfully into each other on 'Anytime,' their duet released earlier this week. Of course, the undercurrent of the romantic ballad was the singer's pregnancy.
2 Chainz Working on ‘B.O.A.T.S. III’ Album, Releases ‘Ima Dog’
Thankfully, 2014 has the rap return of 2 Chainz. After releasing two albums in the past two years, the Atlanta rapper says he's working on the third album in the 'B.O.A.T.S' series now.
Chris Brown Will Remain in Rehab, Judge Says Singer Is ‘Making Progress’
Chris Brown's 'X' album is indefinitely delayed, and instead of finishing or promoting the project, he's taking some time to work on himself. The bad boy singer is spending time in rehab and a judge is pleased with the results.
Bruno Mars’ Halftime Show Is Most-Watched Ever in Super Bowl History
The Seattle Seahawks' total annihilation of the Denver Broncos on Sunday (Feb. 2) made for one of the weakest Super Bowls in recent memory. How many would've thought Bruno Mars and the Red Hot Chilli Peppers' halftime performance would be the highlight of the festivities?
Action Bronson Fights Security Guard at Oregon Show [VIDEO]
Action Bronson is a likable rapper with a rotund figure. But make no mistake: The man will get physical if someone approaches his performance space the wrong way, even if that someone is part of security.
Ciara, Future Team Up Once Again for ‘Anytime’
Couple Ciara and Future released another collaboration on Sunday (Feb. 2) with 'Anytime.' The singer initially previewed the ballad during a solo performance at the 2014 Grammy Awards after-party.
Riff Raff and Action Bronson Say ‘I Shoulda Won a Grammy’ on New Song
The most obvious controversy involving hip-hop at this year's Grammy Awards involves Macklemore sweeping the rap categories -- Kendrick Lamar went home without winning one award. According to Riff Raff, he should've been awarded a golden gramophone too. The Houston rapper expresses this, along with Action Bronson, on the new song 'I Shoulda Won a Grammy.'
ScHoolboy Q Reveals ‘Oxymoron’ Tracklist
February is here, which means one of the year's highly anticipated releases is about to drop. After months of delays, ScHoolboy Q's 'Oxymoron' is only weeks away from hitting shelves. The tracklist is finally here.
Big Sean Meets Grisly End in NSFW ‘Ashley’ Video
Big Sean isn't really having a good time in the NSFW video for 'Ashley,' the Miguel-assisted song featured on his 'Hall of Fame' album. The visuals finds the rapper beaten, kidnapped, toyed with and shot over the course of four-and-a-half minutes.
Rihanna & Shakira Offer ‘Can’t Remember to Forget You’ Sneak Peek
The twerking Rihanna GIFs will make their rounds on the Internet once again when Shakira's 'Can't Remember to Forget You' video debuts later tonight. A sneak peek of the visual has already given us a GIF of the booty-shaking Bajan singer.
J. Cole Announces Dreamville Partnership With Interscope, New Mixtape & Receives Jay Z’s Roc-A-Fella Chain
There's a big chance your Jan. 28 didn't go as great as J. Cole's did. The rapper spent the entire day winning.
Lil Wayne, Nicki Minaj Join YG at ‘My Hitta (Remix)’ Video Shoot
YG is working on making the video to the 'My Hitta' remix, and he fittingly had some of the rap game's biggest heavy hitters on the set in Los Angeles Monday (Jan. 27). Nicki Minaj and Lil Wayne were a few of the stars who appeared for the video shoot.
Juicy J, Wale and Jhene Aiko Appear in Hilarious Pepsi Halftime Commercial [VIDEO]
Ever since 'In Living Color' featured a Super Bowl halftime episode in 1992, and stole some of the audience for the major football event, the NFL has been focused on bringing top-notch artists to rock the halftime stage -- including Michael Jackson the very next year...