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Keep Your Ear On Shadowman Boogie in 2010 Date: 2010-01-20 Born in Miami, FL during the height of the drug trade and raised there during one of it's most violent times, Shadowman Boogie sought refuge in music. This love for music would take him around the world, working with the likes of DJ Spinna, Eminiem, Shabbaam Sadeeq, Jigmastas and even rocking the stage with legends such as KRS-1 and Sadat X. Shadowman Boogie took his music to additional heights when he and his cousin Skam2? formed OldWorlDisorder, putting out releases on Beyond Real Recordings and eventual... read full story Post Comment   View All Comments

Wocka Flocka Shot Twice In ATL For Not Giving Up His Chain Date: 2010-01-20 23-years-old American rapper and Gucci Mane protégé, Juaquin Malphurs from Chattanooga Tennessee, better known by his stage name Waka Flocka Flame, has reportedly been inflicted with twin gunshots. Details are very scarce at the moment but it’s being rumored that the incident occurred in an armed robbery after Waka Flocka refused to forgo his jewlery. Nothing has been released officially. Waka Flocka Flame signed fellow Atlanta rapper, Gucci Mane’s “So... read full story Post Comment   View All Comments

50 Cent Says Eminems Success Is Something He Strives For Date: 0000-00-00 50 Cent says "Psycho," from his new Before I Self Destruct album, is totally different from "Patiently Waiting," even though the tracks feature the same collaborator, more or less. "Well, 'Patiently Waiting' I perform with Eminem. On ['Psycho'], off of Before I Self Destruct, is 50 Cent and Slim Shady," he explained. "He has an alter ego, and he has a comfort with doing things [that] are the craziest things possible. That's when the chainsaw comes out. He sta... read full story Post Comment   View All Comments

Redman Talks Shady Records Date: 2009-11-09 Def Jam's Redman recently spoke on his relationship with Eminem and explained what it would take for the two emcees to re-connect for a collaboration track. Responding to past reports of Em wanting to sign him to Shady Records, Red also explained why he was initially willing to depart Def Jam for the rapper.     "I will f*ck with Shady Records, because they're new, I love Eminem as an artist -- me and Eminem connected a long time ago, and he doing his thing,&quo... read full story Post Comment   View All Comments

Big Boi on Rihanna\'s Televised interview, \'Nothing excuses violence against women.\' Date: 2009-11-09 OutKast's Big Boi has shared his reaction to Rihanna's televised interview over the weekend and even retweetted his fans' opinions on Twitter. From Boi's perspective, Chris Brown's physical attack on Rihanna last February is inexcusable.     "My thing was, people kept sending me messages asking me what I think so I asked 'em what they think," Boi explained in an interview. "I was just posting comments to what people were saying, you know, it was su... read full story Post Comment   View All Comments

Katt Williams Arrested For Burglary, Trespassing in Georgia Date: 2009-11-09 Comedian Katt Williams was arrested for burglary and criminal trespassing in Georgia on Sunday, after allegedly breaking into a home. According to The Associated Press, Williams is expected to go before a judge on Monday (November 9) afternoon to answer to charges. The "Wild 'N Out" alumnus, who has made appearances in movies alongside Ice Cube and Eddie Murphy, is in custody at a facility in Coweta County, Georgia. A representative with the prison would only confirm to MTV News that Wil... read full story Post Comment   View All Comments

Triple J Making Moves In South Florida Date: 2009-11-09 Triple J, (born Johnathan Jerrell Johnson) was raised in the tough area of Riveria Beach in West Palm Beach, Florida. Trip who has been putting out quality mixtapes and albums for the past decade his time has come with his new album, "Reign In The Drought" shows his dedication and hardwork to climbing to the top of the rap game. Peep Triple J on www.myspace.com/triplejmusic http://Twitter.com/therealtripl... read full story Post Comment   View All Comments

Kim Kardashian Spokesperson for 50 Cent New Fragrance Date: 2009-11-06 50 Cent recently discussed his working relationship with television personality Kim Kardashian who has agreed to be a spokesperson for their upcoming women's fragrance line. From 50's perspective, Kardashian shares similar traits as celebrity Paris Hilton.     "I think she's amazing," he said in an interview with a smile. "She's done great things for herself and her brand. She's just someone who the public has taken an interest in. It's not gonna s... read full story Post Comment   View All Comments

Rick Ross Gives a Special Thanks to 50 Date: 2009-11-06 Rick Ross has reportedly offered yet another taunt toward 50 Cent in the "Thank-You" section of his Triple C's group album, Custom Cars & Cycles. Shown via a scanned image of the "Rick Ross Thanks:" section, the Southern rapper said he appreciated his short-lived rap rival with the G-Unit leader.     "I have to thank all the haters who prayed this day would never come...," Ross' comments read. "I rebuke you!! I have to thank Cur... read full story Post Comment   View All Comments

Eminem Headed Back to the Big Screen Date: 2009-11-06 Oscar-winning rapper Eminem has reportedly been tapped to star in an upcoming 3-D horror film with an underlying hip-hop theme called The Shady Talez. While details are still being released, Em is also producing the project.     Eminem is set to star in a 3D hip-hop horror anthology entitled Shady Talez, it's been reported. The rapper will also produce the horror movie, which is earmarked for release next year. Described as a cross between The Twilight Zone and Creep ... read full story Post Comment   View All Comments

50 Speaks on Beanie Sigel Signing with G-Unit Date: 2009-11-06 50 Cent has died down recent hype surrounding speculation of Beanie Sigel signing with G-Unit Records and explained what it would take for the former Roc-A-Fella rapper to join his team. According to Fif, talks have already gone underway with Beans, however, nothing has been confirmed.     "I had a meeting with him today," 50 said in . "First we gotta start with the music -- where's the music? Then we have to get into what it would take to bring... read full story Post Comment   View All Comments

50 Cent on ABC NightLine Date: 2009-11-06 50 Cent will be bearing a fraction of his personal life in an interview with ABC's Nightline which airs tonight. The G-Unit boss recently gave ABC's Dawn Harris a tour of his 18 bedroom mansion where he lives by himself. When asked whether he ever felt lonesome in his huge home, the superstar rapper revealed: "I'm content with where I'm at. I'm not trying to get your sympathy. The guy that sits there and says. 'I'm lonely' in the middle of being one of the most popular ... read full story Post Comment   View All Comments

Rihanna Televised Interview Revealed Date: 2009-11-05 Rihanna's first televised interview since her domestic dispute with ex-boyfriend Chris Brown aired today (November 5) and showed the R&B singer speaking on the incident's aftermath. In the interview, RiRi explained how much of an impact her image has on young women.     "When I realized that my selfish decision for love could result into some young girl getting killed, I could not be easy with that part," she explains. "Even if Chris never hi... read full story Post Comment   View All Comments

Taylor Swift to Host SNL Nov. 7th- Plans Kanye Spoof Date: 2009-11-05 Country singer Taylor Swift has reminded fans of her upcoming "Saturday Night Live" hosting slot this weekend by poking fun at Kanye West in the show's promotional trailer. The video re-enacts Swift's unexpected interruption by Yeezy during her acceptance speech at last September's MTV Video Music Awards.     In an "SNL" video promo shoot posted on MTV.com, the 19 year-old star and "SNL" cast member Bill Haderquip about the headline-mak... read full story Post Comment   View All Comments

Just Blaze & Mr. Porter Discuss Relapse 2- The Kid Is Always Writing Date: 2009-11-05 D12's Mr. Porter and Just Blaze have discussed working alongside Eminem for the rapper's forthcoming Relapse 2 album and revealed their chemistry with Slim Shady. Aside from working on Em's upcoming record, Porter explained what makes the Shady Records boss more successful than other emcees.     "This will be the first time I'm producing songs for Em under me without D12," he explained in an interview. "That's big for me. I can't let the cat out th... read full story Post Comment   View All Comments

Yung Joc Released From BadBoy/Block Ent. Date: 2009-11-05 After his highly publicized dispute with Diddy's Bad Boy Records and Block Entertainment earlier this year, Yung Joc has announced his official departure from contractual obligations. According to Joc, label talks have already begun to take place.     "I just got my release and one of the terms of the release was a defamation clause, so honestly, I can't really talk about it too much," Joc revealed in an interview. "I've been r... read full story Post Comment   View All Comments

Freeway Rick Ross Interview on Rick Ross C.O. Past Date: 2009-11-05 Former drug kingpin Ricky "Freeway" Ross recently spoke on how he felt about rapper Rick Ross initially lying about his time as an ex-corrections officer in the mid-1990's. From Freeway's perspective, the rapper did not have any other choice if he wanted to conceal his past.     "What else could he do [except lie], really, could he come out in the hip-hop world and tell 'em that he was a corrections officer rapping gangster rap or about selling drugs?... read full story Post Comment   View All Comments

50 Confirms Beanie Sigel\\\'s Being Offered a Spot on G-Unit Date: 2009-11-03 50 Cent has confirmed past talks of Beanie Sigel being offered a spot on G-Unit around 2005, however, accused Jay-Z of not wanting to lose his Roc-A-Fella artist. Speaking with radio personality Miss Jones, Fif also responded to Rick Ross' "Baby By Me" remix diss.     "[Beanie Sigel] would have got at least $800,000 at that point to come over," 50 Cent told Miss Jones. "Jay was telling him that he didn't want to lose him. I think Jay an... read full story Post Comment   View All Comments

Rihanna\'s Rated R Track List Leaked, Scheduled to Speak on Chris Brown Attack Date: 2009-11-03 Grammy-winning singer Rihanna's Rated R track listing has landed online and shows a limited amount of guest features by artists including Young Jeezy and The Black Eyed Peas' will.i.am. Filled with 13 tracks, the track listing only displays three guest spots.     Rated R: Mad House, Wait Your Turn, Hard featuring Young Jeezy, Stupid In Love, ROCKSTAR 101 featuring Slash, Russian Roulette, Fire Bomb, Rude Boy, Photographs featuring will.i.am, G4L, Te Amo, Cold Case Lo... read full story Post Comment   View All Comments

Wale on Rap Criticism Date: 2009-11-03 Rap newcomer Wale recently discussed his stance on the lack of rap unity and popularity of criticism amongst emcees rather than an emphasis on bettering the rap game as a whole. Aside from speaking on the critics, Wale also touched on his relationships with Kid Cudi and Drake.     "Why can't you make a song without a hook on it? Why can't you shout somebody out because you like them and not have it called d*ck riding?," Wale asked in an interview. 'Why can... read full story Post Comment   View All Comments

50 Cent Goes At Triple Cs For Only Selling 4,000 Copies Date: 2009-11-03 He Laughs And Cries When He Hears Triple Cs Only Sold 4,000 Copies in First Week. Said He Can Do That Out The Back Of His Car!... read full story Post Comment   View All Comments

Eminem Performs at Voodoo Festival Date: 2009-11-02 Eminem fans braved mud, rain and high winds over the weekend to catch the rapper's only full concert of 2009 thus far. (He played a 35-minute set in Detroit in May.) Taking the stage at the Voodoo Festival on Friday night — nine years after his first appearance at the gathering — Slim Shady played with a full band (dressed in glow-in-the-dark skeleton costumes) for most of the set, hitting fans with a bevy of his biggest hits, opening with the homicidal "3 A.M." and asking fans, "Did y... read full story Post Comment   View All Comments

50 Cent Predicts Rick Ross & Triple C\'s First Week Numbers Date: 2009-11-02 50 Cent has made his prediction on the first-week sales for Rick Ross and Triple C's debut project, Custom Cars & Cycles, and said their group record could sell over 10,000 copies if they purchased a certain amount themselves. Speaking with DJ Ekin, Fif also explained his "death blow" toward rap rivals.     "[The public] is looking for the actual death blow to impact immediately," Fif said in an interview. "The death blow, when I h... read full story Post Comment   View All Comments

Drake Prepared to Help Hold Down Young Money Date: 2009-10-30 Young Money's Drake has shared his reaction to Lil Wayne's speculated one-year jail sentence and said he is willing to lead the Young Money/Cash Money camp until the rapper returns home. Aside from his initial shock, Drake also said he felt Weezy could easily overcome his time behind bars.     "He's dealing with it well," Drizzy revealed in an interview. "Wayne's not usually gonna open up emotionally and tell you how he's really feeling about anythi... read full story Post Comment   View All Comments

Jay Z Speaks On Performing at World Series Date: 2009-10-30 Jay-Z has addressed his "Empire State of Mind" performance with Alicia Keys at last night's World Series game with and gave his prediction for the outcome of the match-up between the  New York Yankees and the Philadelphia Phillies. Speaking via a phone call Friday (October 30) morning, Hov also touched on his hometown team playing numerous Blueprint 3 singles throughout the post-season.     "The moment at Yankee stadium for me, as a kid growing up ... read full story Post Comment   View All Comments

Details Spill on We Are Young Money Date: 2009-10-29 Details on Lil Wayne's upcoming Young Money compilation album have landed online and suggests the group project will be available as a CD and DVD combination. According to new reports, the album will be titled We Are Young Money.     The debut album from hip-hop's first family will go by the title We Are Young Money, Rap-Up.com has exclusively learned. The set, featuring Lil Wayne, Drake, Nicki Minaj, Mack Maine, Shanell and the rest of the YM crew, will be available... read full story Post Comment   View All Comments

Ludacris Gives T.I. Update- \'Tell Wayne and Boosie I\'m ridin\' with the both of you.\" Date: 2009-10-29 Ludacris has revealed a conversation he had with incarcerated rapper T.I. and shared the Grand Hustle leader's displeasure in learning about Lil Wayne and Lil Boosie's current legal woes. Writing via Twitter, Luda updated his fans on the self-proclaimed "King of the South" and his reaction to learning about Weezy and Boosie preparing for one year jail sentences.     "Talking to TIP," he wrote Wednesday (October 28) evening. "He sais to tell W... read full story Post Comment   View All Comments

Jay Z & Alicia Keys to Censor Empire State Of Mind for World Series Performance Date: 0000-00-00 Jay-Z and Alicia Keys' "Empire State of Mind" World Series performance will reportedly feature PG-friendly lyrics and take place tomorrow (October 29) evening from New York. Originally slated to hit the stage today, Hov and Keys will now treat fans to their set on Thursday.     The lyrics to Jay'z "Empire State of Mind" are sometimes as raw as New York, but it looks like the rapper will clean up that language when he performs his city anth... read full story Post Comment   View All Comments

Shyne To Be Deported To Belize Today Date: 2009-10-27 Rapper Jamal "Shyne" Barrow will reportedly be deported to his country of origin, Belize, no later than tomorrow (October 28) The New York rapper's deportation was confirmed Tuesday morning.     Jamal "Shyne" Barrow is being deported back to his homeland Belize on Wednesday after serving almost nine years in jail for his role in a shooting in New York that involved his then mentor Sean "Diddy" Combs and Jennifer Lopez. Media reports monit... read full story Post Comment   View All Comments

Akon Concert Ends in Violence, 18 Injured Date: 2009-10-27 An Akon concert ended in violence tonight (October 26) from Australia as a brawl took place which resulted in a reported 18 people getting injured. The brawl reportedly was set off by individuals attempting to enter the Melbourne concert.     Police were called to Melbourne Park about 9:00pm AEDT after a group of up to 50 people rushed security guards to gain entry to the concert. Eighteen people, including two security guards, were injured in several fights inside and... read full story Post Comment   View All Comments