Trent Fitzgerald
Rihanna Receives Car Gift From Roc Nation
What do you give a woman who is the top-selling digital artist of all time? A car, of course. Rihanna went on Twitter to show off her new ride, a black Jeep Wrangler.
Kreayshawn in Twitter Beef With Azealia Banks
It seems like Kreayshawn can’t stop offending people on social media networks. If you remember last year, the ‘Gucci, Gucci’ rapper pissed off Rick Ross after dissing him during her Ustream session. Now she’s feeling the wrath of rap newcomer Azealia Banks via Twitter.
Watch Rappers Spell Out Their Names in Funny Video
Rappers love to spell their names, this, according to an amusing video that was recently posted online. In the clip, rappers from Eve, Snoop Dogg, MC Lyte, Common, Queen Latifah, Diddy, Fabolous are featured spelling their rap monikers.
Wiz Khalifa Denies Ripping Off ‘Black and Yellow’ Concept
Wiz Khalifa reportedly is denying that he stole the idea of his chart-topping hit ‘Black and Yellow’ from a Pennsylvania songwriter. The rapper was slapped with a copyright-infringement lawsuit by local artist named Maxmillion who alleges that Wizzy lifted the concept of ‘Black and Yellow’ from his song ‘Pink N Yellow.’
Kanye West Says DW Twitter Account Is ‘Fake’
Kanye West is ready to take the fashion world by storm with his womenswear line DW Collection. Which means a new Twitter page called DWByKanye, right? Wrong.
Snoop Dogg Guest Hosts On ‘The Price Is Right’
When it comes to the rap game, Snoop Dogg is all business. But this week, the legendary rhyme-slinger decided to play a different game as he took over ‘The Price Is Right’ on Monday (Jan. 2).
Kanye West Makes DJ Debut in Las Vegas as DJ Yeezy World Peace
As we reported, Kanye West put on his DJ hat and spun at the grand opening of the 1 OAK club at the Mirage in Las Vegas on New Year’s Eve. Under his new alias Yeezy World Peace, he played an array of music that included oldies from Michael Jackson and a selection of Top 10 hits.
Rick Ross Facing Lawsuit by Nigerian Government Over Cancelled Show
Although Rick Ross‘ forthcoming album is titled ‘God Forgives, I Don’t,’ the Nigerian government may not be so forgiving of his recent no-show. The Miami rapper is being sued for abruptly canceling his concert performance in Nigeria at the last minute.
C-Murder’s Life Sentence Upheld in Louisiana Appeals Court
Louisiana’s 5th Circuit Court of Appeal on Wednesday (Dec. 28) upheld a murder conviction and life sentence for former No Limit Records artist C-Murder (real name Corey Miller), reports nola.com. The decision stems from Mr. Miller’s argument that he was denied a fair trial in his 2002 murder case.
50 Cent Issues Ultimatum to Interscope Records
50 Cent is mad as hell and he’s not gonna take it anymore! After releasing ‘The Big 10′ mixtape and several viral videos, the veteran rhyme-slinger made some angry threats to Interscope Records honcho Jimmy Iovine, demanding that he gives him a new record contract.
Rihanna’s Armani Jean Ads Voted ‘Sexiest’ by Advertising Age
Rihanna‘s semi-nude poses in adverts for Armani Jeans has been crowned the “Sexiest Ads of the Year” in a poll conducted by Advertising Age magazine, reports U.K.’s The Daily Mail. The sensual ads feature the Barbadian pop starlet in various stages of undress until she’s down to her bra and panties.
T.I. + Dr. Dre In the Studio Making ‘Hot Beats’ and ‘Dope Rhymes’
As we wait patiently for T.I. to drop his New Year’s Day mixtape ‘F— da City Up,’ a mixtape trailer featuring Tip in the studio with Dr. Dre hit the Internet on Tuesday (Dec. 27). Is the King of the South working with the King of Beats?
50 Cent Makes a Hit in ‘Nah Nah Nah’ Video
50 Cent goes for the jugular in his latest video for ‘Nah Nah Nah.’ The clip is a little grisly than his other visuals from ‘The Big 10′ mixtape series, so this is not for the squeamish. The ‘Off & On’ rapper also displays his acting skills as he plays a callous hitman out on assignment.
Rick Ross + Drake Film ‘Rich Forever’ Video in Miami
The Bawse is back on his grind. Rick Ross has shot a video during the holiday weekend for the title track of his upcoming mixtape ‘Rich Forever.’ The Miami rapper was able to corral fellow rhyme-spitters Drake, French Montana and his Maybach Music artist Meek Mill for the clip.
Bizarre Gets a Nicki Minaj Tattoo on His Arm
First it was a deranged fan, then it was Drake and now it’s Bizarre’s turn to show his appreciation of his favorite music artist. In a video posted on YouTube, the D12 rapper got a tattoo of Nicki Minaj to show how much he loves the Harajuku Barbie. Luckily, for us, he didn’t get her name tattooed on his forehead.
Lil Kim Unveils New Promotional Photo
Lil Kim gave fans a wonderful gift over the Christmas holiday — a picture of herself.
The rap vixen released, through her Twitter account, a promotional photo in support of her anticipated return in 2012. “Hey Guys!!! I have a little Gift for U...
Rick Ross and Big Sean Cover Source Magazine’s Year-End Issue
Heavyweight rhyme-spitters Rick Ross and Big Sean will appear on two separate covers of The Source magazine’s year-end issue. The Maybach Music Group honcho was crowned Man of the Year by the editors, while the ‘My Last’ rapper was named Rookie of the Year.
Suspect in Slim Dunkin Murder Case Surrenders to Police
Rap artist Young Vito, the suspect in the shooting death of up-and-coming Brick Squad associate Slim Dunkin, surrendered to authorities in Atlanta on Monday (Dec. 26). Vito (real name Vincent Hardimon) arrived at police headquarters, clean-shaven and wearing a beanie hat, at 3PM EST and was charged with murder.
Lil Wayne Launches Online Show ‘Weezy’s Sports Corner’
Lil Wayne‘s love for all-things sports is no secret. He blogs about sports for ESPN, he’s an avid bowler and he loves skateboarding. Over the Christmas holiday, the rap mogul launched his web video series called ‘Weezy’s Sports Corner.’
Fat Joe and Chris Brown Hit the Beach in ‘Another Round’ Video
Fat Joe and Chris Brown are the new beach boys in their video for ‘Another Round.’ The song is the new single from the New York rapper’s still-untitled album, due out in 2012. The clip features Fat Slim Joe and Breezy on the California beach performing the song with a bevy of hot babes in bikinis.