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*World Premiere* Nelly - "Wadsyaname" (Audio) 2007-08-21 15:24:01 Exclusive AudioWe gonna set it off in this botch. Check it, my dude Nelly been on the low in the studio making some new janks for that earpiece. I'd like u to check out this new single by him called Wadsyaname from his upcoming album Brass Knuckles. It's kinda on the girly tip but it's still cool though...Windows Media: AudioReal Player: AudioQuickTime: Audio ...

Eve Performing With Sean Paul on Good Morning America! 2007-08-21 15:23:52 Eve and Sean Paul will perform on Good Morning America this Friday, August 24 at Bryant Park! Eve will perform new joints from her forthcoming album “Here I Am” now in stores OCTOBER 16! The performance starts at 7am, so get there early. ... America

Chrisette Michelle's Manager spills the beans 2007-08-21 14:26:39 In response to the July 11th lawsuit filed against him by Island Def Jam recording artist Chrisette Michele, Four Kings Productions CEO, Douglas "Biggs" Ellison has released the following statement:"As Chrisette Michele's manager, I negotiated Chrisette's six-figure contracts with Island Def Jam, EMI April Music and SESAC. The combined deals totaled over a million dollars, and closed within three months of each other. The Island Def Jam deal was closed in only four days. The allegations of any wrongdoings against Chrisette on my company's behalf are shocking. Four Kings Productions invested an abundance of time and resources to the growth and success of Chrisette Michele, playing a very instrumental role in Chrisette's artistic and overall career development. We appreciate the support of her fans and the media's embracing of Chrisette Michele. We are proud and ecstatic that she is being recognized as the star we always knew she was. We will continue to show Chrisette Michele unwav ...

Killer Mike speaks on Snitches (Video) 2007-08-21 09:44:02 Exclusive VideoEverybody's been talking lately about whether or not talking to the police is OK. Now Killer Mike weighs in on the hot topic of snitching. Check out part 1 of Killer Mike's Grind Time Sports Show....BANG!BANG!BANG! ...

Pras Michel to appear tonight on the "Tavis Smiley Show" 2007-08-20 20:11:45 Pras Michel was the director and star of the documentary “Skid Row.” In the documentary he lives on the streets of downtown place CityLos Angeles for 9 days in an area called “skid row,” where there are approximately 11,000 homeless people living on the streets.During the documentary Pras was budgeted one dollar a day. Anything else he needed he had to come up with a way to get on his own. During the interview with Tavis Smiley, Pras talks about learning to pan handle, and what it takes to survive on the streets. He describes one ironic scene in the movie in which he is pan handling underneath a billboard that displays him and the rest of his Fugees counterparts.He also describes one of the hardest things of being homeless is that when a person is homeless people don’t even acknowledge them. He talks about how people try to pretend that homeless people aren’t around, the act like “they don’t exist.” He goes on to state that “when they don’t see you, the glamorous ...

Birdman Flys the Coop (Video) 2007-08-20 19:55:27 Exclusive VideoIn an double of what the f-&k! I saw this crazy ass parody of Birdman and Lil Wayne. This video is hilarious and I think if you follow Cash Money, you'll probably crap in your pants after you see this...no lie...cuz I almost did...ha! ...

Mr. Grand- "The Grand Champ, Round 2: One of a Kind" 2007-08-20 17:33:36 Two weeks ago week I told you about my new weekly freestyle series, "The Grand Champ." In case you've been sleeping under a rock and haven't heard by now your boy Mr. Grand is dropping a series of 12 rounds of weekly freestyles. This week's freestyle, Round 2 of The Grand Champ series is "One of a Kind." (click to listen)In the meantime, while 50 and Kanye battle it out for the title of King of the charts on September 11 and Common battles it out for his first #1 chart appearance, your boy Mr. Grand got his own battles. I'm battling it out for my own spot in this industry. My shit may not sound like all the other shit that comes out the 'A' or the South but I'm battling it so ya'll can give me my due credit. You already know that I'm coming at you with some lyrics and a heavy flow cuz you already heard what I had to bring on my first freestyle, "Fear Factor." If you're still doubting me, just keep it locked to the rest of the freestyles I'm dropping, and you'll be convinced ...

Whoa! Listen to Hurricane Chris' new mixtape "Louis-Animal" 2007-08-20 17:27:26 Exclusive AudioWhoa, Yep my homie little Pook been hittin me on puttin' this new mixtape by Hurricane Chris called "Louisi-animal". I wasn't hearin' it at first but when I checked it out, I found it to be pretty rugged. What you think homes..."Louisi-animal" Mixtape (click to listen) ...

New! Album Cover - DTP "Strength In Numbers" 2007-08-20 16:25:55 Exclusive ArtWorkYo, Just wanted you guys to peep the exclusive album cover for DTP's upcoming compiliation album "Strength In Numbers". I think the concept is pretty cool, it kinda reminds me of the way they use to set the covers of the old Marvel Comic books back in the day...dink dink! ...

Lil Wayne and Nelly Furtado headline the 2007 MTV Video Music Awards new additions 2007-08-20 13:45:00 The party just got bigger and louder at the “2007 MTV Music Video Awards” as Common, Nelly Furtado, Gym Class Heroes, T-Pain, Cee-Lo, Daniel Merriweather and Lil’ Wayne joined the already explosive performers line-up. Previously announced performers include Timbaland, Kanye West, Fall Out Boy, Amy Winehouse, Chris Brown, Foo Fighters and Rihanna. In addition, Justin Timberlake with Timbaland are set to host a Fantasy Suite party, while critically acclaimed producer, artist and DJ Mark Ronson will rock the party in The Pearl with help from his turntables, horn section and surprise guests. This year, Timbaland will also find himself working overtime as the official Maestro of the VMAs, responsible for creating several show-stopping and unexpected artist collaborations for this one night only. The “2007 MTV Video Music Awards” will air live from the Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas on Sunday, September 9, 2007 at 9PM (Live ET/Tape Delayed PT.) Presenters and additional performe ...

Hot! Snoop Dogg "I'm Here" feat. The Game (Audio) 2007-08-20 11:54:57 Exclusive VideoI try to always pride myself on giving you original content, however, I just had to put u on to this new audio with Snoop and The Game in the latest smash called "I'm Here". I don't have any specifics as to what album this belongs to or who is cosigning on it. All I know is that's 100% dope. Peep for yourself."I'm Here" (click to view) ...

Hi-Tek to drop Hi-Teknology 3! 2007-08-20 08:40:28 With 2006’s Hi-Teknology 2: The Chip, Hi-Tek cemented his stature as oneof today’s most innovative and critically acclaimed producers. Less than a year later, Tek has committed to turning heads towards some of today’s most gifted up and comers.With career artist scans approaching 600,000+ units and a production track record including a who’s who of today’s hottest acts (50 Cent,Talib Kweli, Snoop Dogg, The Game, Busta Rhymes, Lloyd Banks, Common & more), Hi-Teknology 3: Underground promises to usher in the next wave of talent, with a little help from some soon to be announced A-listersas well.Hi-Teknology 3: Underground in stores November 20th, 2007! ...

Jamie Foxx Presents America’s Funniest Comics, Vol. 3 in Stores Now! 2007-08-17 12:30:50 From his days on the pioneering sketch comedy show In Living Color to his smash hit films, Jamie Foxx knows how to bring the laughter. Now, Foxx returns to his comedy roots with a DVD series that will keep you in stitches from start to finish. Filmed before a live audience at Atlanta’s hottest comedy and arts festival, Foxx hand picks the best up and comers with the freshest material and the most unbelievable jokes ever heard. And, to keep you entertained throughout the entire show, Cedric the Entertainer serves as your master of ceremonies! So sit back, unwind and let Jamie Foxx present you with the funniest DVD series you will ever own!Lineupo Donnell Rawlings (Showtime at the Apollo, Chappelle Show Lost Episodes)o David Arnold (BET Comicview, Montreal Comedy Festival, Host of TV One’s “Black Men Revealed�)o Esau McGraw (Comedy Store Hollywood, HBO Def Comedy Jam, Idlewild starring Outkast)o Louie Katz (Montreal Comedy Festival)o Spanky Hayes (MTV’s Nick Cannon’s Wild’ ... America

50 Blasts MTV's Top 10 List of MCs (Video) 2007-08-17 09:17:06 Exclusive VideoYo, I just peeped this cool video of 50 Cent putting MTV's Top 10-list of MCs list basically in the trash. He quotes "I'm not in competition with the other 10 MCs...I'm in competition with 50". 'Nuff said. Peep it! ...

D12's Bizarre to release 2nd solo album 2007-08-16 15:37:14 KOCH Records announces the release of Bizarre’s new album, Blue Cheese ‘n’ Coney Island, on October 9th, 2007. As one of Detroit’s most indelible underground rap entities and as a part of Eminem’s multi-platinum supergroup D-12, Bizarre has carved out a unique niche in the hip hop world. Combining hardcore lyrics with over the top humor and delivery, Bizarre has become one of the most unique hip-hop artists in the game today.Bizarre says, “I named it ‘Blue Cheese ‘n’ Coney Island’ basically because in Detroit we’re known for our Coney Islands (hot dogs),” Bizarre explains. “A lot of people that visit there may think it’s nasty, but only a true Detroiter can appreciate that. I still live in Atlanta, but if you’re from Detroit, you just can’t get it out of your system. So I have to go back every two weeks or so to stay in tune. I’m just a Detroit guy.”Both D-12 albums, Devil’s Night and D-12 World, debuted at #1 on the Billboard Top 200 and are both ...