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Sowmya Krishnamurthy
Ja Rule Twitter Craze Begins With ‘#FindJaRule’
Where in the world is Ja Rule? "#FindJaRule" has been trending on Twitter today, leaving fans puzzled, but in fact, it had little to do with the rapper's whereabouts at all.
‘Beyonce’ Album Sells 617,000 Copies in First Week
The numbers are in and Beyonce is the undisputed queen of the charts. Her self-titled album has clocked in 617,000 copies in its first week, making it the No. 1 LP in the country on the Billboard 200.
Chris Brown Shows Off New Blond Hair at Court Appearance
Do blonds really have more fun? Chris Brown sure thinks so and donned some very light hair at his court appearance Tuesday (Dec. 17) in Los Angeles.
Pharrell Williams Signs to Columbia Records, Album Arriving in 2014
After a stellar year with hits like 'Blurred Lines' and 'Get Lucky' under his belt, Pharrell Williams has signed to Columbia Records.
Beyonce Gets Artsy for ‘Mine’ Video Featuring Drake
Beyonce is rolling out the releases this week. The pop star debuts another video from her self-titled visual album. Drake joins the songstress in the desert for an artistic take on their duet, 'Mine.'
Gucci Mane Inspired by Maya Angelou on New Album?
Was Gucci Mane inspired by beloved author Maya Angelou on his new album? The rapper announced that his new album will be titled 'The State vs. Radric Davis: The Caged Bird Sings,' which seems to be a take on Angelou's book, 'I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings.'
R. Kelly Responds to Shocking Village Voice Story About Sexual Abuse
The internet is abuzz after the release of a shocking new interview in the Village Voice about R. Kelly's history of allegedly abusing minors. Now, the singer is responding to the claims.
Rick Ross Excited About Lady Gaga Collaboration
Rick Ross has worked with some of the hottest names in music but not even the Bawse was ready for his upcoming collabo with Lady Gaga.
Chris Brown’s Probation Revoked, Impresses Judge With Progress
Chris Brown is back in the courtroom today. A judge has revoked the singer's probation stemming from an arrest for assault in Washington D.C., in October.
Kevin Hart Scores Red October Nike Air Yeezy 2
Has Kevin Hart scored the hottest kicks in the world? From the looks of social media, the comedian has somehow grabbed a pair of Red October Nike Air Yeezy 2 sneakers.
Bruno Mars Named Billboard ‘Artist of the Year’
Bruno Mars ends 2013 on top. Billboard has just named the crooner as the 'Artist of the Year.' He is the first male artist to claim this coveted title since 2008.
Beyonce and Jay Z Hit the Beach in ‘Drunk in Love’ Video
Sex on the beach? Beyonce gets tipsy off love in the sexy video for 'Drunk in Love,' which stars her hubby Jay Z.
Waka Flocka Flame Says the South Runs Music
Does the South run rap? According to Waka Flocka Flame, the region not only runs rap but music, period.
Beyonce’s Surprise Album Heading for No. 1?
Queen Bey has done it again. In just a matter of hours, it looks like Beyonce's surprise, self-titled album may be heading straight to the top of the charts.
Wale Threatens Complex After Omission From ’50 Best Albums’ List
Wale is not a happy camper. The rapper flipped out on a Complex staffer after being excluded from the magazine's '50 Best Albums of 2013' list.
T.I. Makes Big Announcement Regarding Next Album
T.I. was initially set to name his next album, 'Trouble Man: He Who Wears the Crown,' but that looks like it's going to change.
Drake Welcomes Dad to the Stage for ‘Worst Behavior’ [VIDEO]
Drake gets it from his dad. The rapper's father, Dennis Graham, recently showed off his hot dance moves onstage during a tour stop in St. Louis, complete with "Drake hands."
Future Hangs With Andre 3000 in Studio
Could Future and Andre 3000 be collaborating on a song? It surely looks to be the case after seeing a photo of the two rappers. The two Atlanta-bred entertainers flicked it up in the studio in the early morning hours Wednesday (Dec. 11) and seem to be cooking something up.
R. Kelly’s ‘#AskRKelly’ Twitter Chat Goes Horribly Wrong
In support of his new 'Black Panties' album, R. Kelly kicked off a Twitter Q&A session to interact with his fans today. However, the conversation turned ugly within minutes of its inception.
Damon Dash Hangs Out With Jay Z at Los Angeles Tour Stop
Reunited and it feels so good... again. Jay Z and Damon Dash may be closer to making beautiful music together once more. The pair reunited last night (Dec. 9), along with Dash's daughter, Ava, at Jay's Magna Carta World Tour in Los Angeles.