Trent Fitzgerald
Nicki Minaj Films Adidas Commercial With Jeremy Scott
After going Pop with Pepsi, it looks like Nicki Minaj is kicking it with Adidas. The ‘Starships’ rapper has inked another endorsement deal with the sneaker giant and shot a commercial for it in Brooklyn, N.Y. Nicki went on her Twitter to show off a picture of her in a colorful outfit that she was wearing for the Adidas spot.
Wiz Khalifa Announces New Single ‘Work Hard’ + Album Release Date
After dropping a hot mixtape ‘Taylor Allerdice,’ Wiz Khalifa is set to premiere his new single ‘Work Hard’ on 96.1 KISS on April 23. The song was produced by Stargate and Benny Blanco, the same team who bought us the infectious anthem ‘Black and Yellow.’
Lil Wayne Working on ‘Devol’ Album Full of Love Songs
We haven’t hear from Lil Wayne in a while but that doesn’t mean that he’s resting on his rap laurels. In fact, the Young Money leader is in the mood for love.
Did Rick Ross Suffer Another Seizure?
Reports have surfaced that Rick Ross may have suffered another seizure attack over the weekend. This comes after the Miami rapper canceled his scheduled Hits and Jams concert appearance in Guyana on Monday (April 9) due to illness. According to INews Guyana, Ross’ doctors said he had a seizure and was told he couldn’t fly.
Lil Wayne’s Entourage Accused of Pummeling a Photographer
It looks as if Lil Wayne can’t skateboard in public without being bothered. According to a police report obtained by TMZ, the rapper got into a heated argument with a photographer last week in Miami and Weezy’s friends allegedly intervened with their fists.
Drake Gets Re-Bar Mitzvah’d in ‘HYFR’ Video
Along with dropping his visually-captivating video for ‘Take Care,’ rap superstar Drake debuted another video for ‘HYFR (Hell Yeah, F—ing Right)’ on his October’s Very Own blog. In the clip, Drizzy gets re-bar mitzvah’d and brings his friends along for the celebration.
Nicki Minaj Is Bootylicious and Fierce in ‘Beez In the Trap’ Video
Nicki Minaj premiered her uncensored video for ‘Beez In the Trap’ on Good Friday (April 6), and holy smokes — it’s a hot one! The rap vixen shows off her, um, assets in the titillating clip with Atlanta rapper 2 Chainz co-signing Minaj’s nursery-rhyme flow.
Mary J. Blige Responds to Burger King Ad Controversy
After critics cried foul over Mary J. Blige‘s chicken wrap commercial for Burger King because it was too stereotypical, the Queen of Hip-Hop Soul has finally addressed the issue, claiming she never co-signed the “unfinished” ad to begin with.
Nicki Minaj Performs ‘Roman Reloaded’ Concert on BET’s 106 & Park
Nicki Minaj Invaded BET’s 106 & Park on Tuesday (April 3) and shut it down! The teen video program dedicated its entire show to the Young Money superstar who just released her second LP ‘Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded’ (see review here). Dressed in an all-lavender outfit with black stiletto boots, a pink-haired Minaj chatted with Terrance J about her career, her fashion sense and her future goals
Rihanna Says She Would Love to Play Whitney Houston in a Biopic
Since the untimely death of Whitney Houston, rumors have been circulating online that a biopic on the late singer was in the works. Although Houston’s mentor Clive Davis has vehemently denied that a movie was in development, it doesn’t hurt to dream. Rihanna has certainly thought about it.
Jay-Z Shows His Hometown Roots in New Rocawear Commercial
When Jay-Z was a kid growing up in the Marcy Projects in Brooklyn, N.Y., all he dreamed about was getting out of the ‘hood and being successful. Well, he’s done that and more. In Rocawear’s first television commercial, the CEO of hip-hop reflects on his journey from the Brooklyn streets to the plush floors of corporate America.
Chris Brown Releases ‘Fortune’ Tracks ‘Oh Yeah!’ + ‘See Through’
Chris Brown has been on a tear lately dropping songs and videos from his upcoming LP ‘Fortune.’ On April 1, Breezy hit us with a double-whammy: two more singles from the album. The ballads ‘Oh Yeah!” and ‘See Through’ were posted online and produced by hit-maker Drumma Boy.
Kanye West Predicts Big Sean Will Be the ‘Best Rapper of All Time’
Now that Big Sean is officially famous, does he have what it takes to maintain a long-standing rap career? Apparently, his mentor Kanye West thinks so. In fact, he predicted that Big Sean will become the “best rapper of all time.”
Drake Says He’s Not Soft, Just Real Honest With His Feelings
Every since Drake arrived on the hip-hop scene, his music has been scrutinized by discerning critics. While the Young Money superstar is known for spitting tough rhymes, it’s his rap-singing on melodramatic songs like ‘Marvin’s Room’ and ‘Take Care,’ they have naysayers calling him “soft.”
Skies the Limit for Chris Brown in ‘How I Feel’ Video
After years of public scorn for assaulting his former girlfriend Rihanna in 2009, Chris Brown offers his visual perspective on who he was back then to who he is right now. In his new video for ‘How I Feel,’ the R&B crooner is on a private plane and reflecting on his tumultuous rise to the top.
Diddy, The-Dream, Frank Ocean, Nelly + Others Wear Hoodies in Support of Trayvon Martin
The Trayvon Martin case continues to be a polarizing social issue and has caught the attention of celebrities, President Obama and now, artists in the music community. Diddy, Frank Ocean, The-Dream, Nelly and others have posted photos on their Twitter accounts wearing hoodies in remembrance of Trayvon Martin.
Beverly Hills Police to Close Whitney Houston Case in a Couple of Weeks
Despite the news that Whitney Houston died as a result of an accidental drowning and that there was cocaine in her system, police say the report doesn’t raise issues to further expand their criminal investigation, reports the Los Angeles Times.
Drake Introduces the Wheelchair Jimmy Dance Move on Club Paradise Tour
Dancing has always been a part of hip-hop. From the Pee-Wee Herman to the Superman to the Dougie, no superstar rapper’s profile is complete without a signature dance move. While on his Club Paradise Tour in early March, Drake introduced his new dance step called “The Wheelchair Jimmy” during his performance of the Lil Wayne-assisted song, ‘The Motto.’
Tyga + Lil Wayne Get Big-Headed in ‘Faded’ Video
Rapper Tyga recently premiered his new video for ‘Faded,’ the second single from his latest album ‘Careless World: Rise of the Last King.’ The infectious song, which features Lil Wayne, boasts melodic chimes and a bumping 808 drum beat. Arguably, this song is a worthy successor to his ubiquitous radio hit ‘Rack City.’
Beyonce to Perform First Post-Baby Concert on Memorial Day Weekend
Beyonce is back! After a couple of months of motherhood, the R&B diva is ready to rock the stage again. The ‘Love on Top’ songbird announced that she will be performing a special residency concert at the grand opening of the new Revel casino resort in Atlantic City, N.J.