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Chris Brown Wants to Create a Country Album
By now you know that Chris Brown is back in the spotlight promoting his forthcoming album 'X.' His first single, 'Fine China,' shows the 23-year-old is making a return to his early R&B roots on the upcoming project.
Vanilla Ice ‘Goes Amish’ in New Home Improvement Series
Vanilla Ice never stops finding ways to keep his name in the spotlight. This time around, he's "going amish" in a television show on the DIY Network.
Kanye West and Kim Kardashian Will Be Homeless When Baby Arrives?
Kanye West and Kim Kardashian are welcoming a newborn soon but they may not have a home to take their baby to once the bundle of joy arrives.
Afrika Bambaataa Recovers From Stabbing Incident, Turns 56
Afrika Bambaataa, a hip-hop icon and the driving force behind the Universal Zulu Nation, turns 56 years old today.
Rick Ross Loses Endorsement Deal With Reebok
Rick Ross has lost his endorsement deal with Reebook over his date rape lyrics on Rocko's 'U.O.E.N.O.'
Pusha T Finds Ride or Die Love in ‘Trust You’ Video With Kevin Gates
Pusha T has found a pretty chick -- who's also down to run his drug business with him -- in the visual for 'Trust You' featuring Kevin Gates.
Beyonce’s ‘I Been On’ Remix Welcomes Bun B, Scarface, Lil Keke, Willie D, Slim Thug and Z-Ro
So all the rumors were true.
20 Must-Have 2013 Hip-Hop And R&B Songs
This year has already proven to be memorable in music and we're only three full months in. Thus far, there's a comeback from R&B veteran Justin Timberlake, who came out of nowhere and answered our long-awaited requests with a new album. Then there's Beyonce, who made headlines -- both good and bad -- for her controversial song 'Bow Down/I Been On.' The singer is showing a return to her Houston
‘Rap Quotes’ Walking Tour Showcases New York Locales Through Lyrics
Dope alert. Here's a visual way to brush up on your hip-hop history.
Kid Cudi’s ‘Indicud’ Album Cover and Tracklist Is Out
Kid Cudi who has been away fighting his own personal battles, will be welcomed back to hip-hop with his third studio album, 'Indicud,' on April 23, according to Complex.
Miley Cyrus Confirms Collaboration With Snoop Lion
Miley Cyrus is continuing her crossover into the hip-hop arena. During a funny interview on Ryan Seacrest's radio show, she confirmed that the rumors about her working with Cali-rap veteran Snoop Lion were true. She said the record was a surprise even to herself.
Soulja Boy Instagrams Codeine Photo, Fans Criticize Him
Soulja Boy's fans deserve an award for honesty. The rapper posted a picture of codeine and bags of kush on his Instagram page on Thursday, according to TMZ. Fans began criticizing him for being irresponsible with his health, especially after Lil Wayne's rumored overdose on codeine and visit to the ICU last week. "make that work, work. make the s--- flip," Soulja Boy wrote on Instragram.
Rihanna Welcomes Young Jeezy, Rick Ross, Juicy J and T.I. for ‘Pour It Up’ Remix
Rihanna's 'Pour It Up' has been so addictive especially with the Mike WiLL Made It beat. The club track, off her latest project, 'Unapologetic' has thus far peaked at No. 6 on the Billboard Hip-Hop and R&B charts.
Pitbull Debuts ‘Feel This Moment’ Video
Pitbull creates a rockumentary style black-and-white visual for his new video, 'Feel This Moment,' which features Christina Aguilera.
M.I.A. Involved in Nasty Custody Battle With Former Fiance
A custody battle between rapper M.I.A. and her former fiance Benjamin Bronfman has turned ugly.
Beyonce to Perform at Michelle Obama’s 50th Birthday Party?
Word on the internet is that Beyonce has been booked for First Lady Michelle Obama's 50th birthday party, to be held at the White House next year.
Curren$y Named Godfather of Wiz Khalifa and Amber Rose’s Baby
Amber Rose and Wiz Khalifa has been very vocal online about updates with their newborn baby Sebastian. "Muva" Rose has revealed who the godfather of the "Bash" is on Twitter this week.
Drake Makes It Rain With $50,000 at Charlotte Strip Club
Drake was throwing salary money -- no taxes withheld -- at a Charlotte strip club over the weekend.
10 Annoying Rap Songs
Rap, like any other genre of music, takes on various forms. Sometimes it's retrospective; sometimes with braggadocio; sometimes it's sentimental; and sometimes it could be just be plain old corny and embarrassing. Yes, as "cool" as some rappers may be, there are a couple of songs that slip through the cracks and are the definition of a gimmick.
Pitbull Stands Up for Miami on Lil Wayne Diss Track ‘Welcome 2 Dade County’
Pitbull is reminding Lil Wayne that he bleeds Miami and Dade County and therefore he's not tolerating any slander towards his city.