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Ray J Gifts, Keri Hilson Talks, Missy Elliott 2008-06-08 17:45:00 Video: Ray J - GiftsRay J finally releases his second single/video from his new album, "All I Feel" in stores now. This song is alright. It's not one of my favorites. The video doesn't differ much from "Sexy Can I". Enjoy!Video: Keri Hilson InterviewMeet the woman behind countless hits for Omarion, Britney Spears, and Brandy. Here, Keri talks about her songwriting, her upcoming album ("In A Perfect World...), and more.Keri Hilson has a really big buzz especially among a lot of internet users. Her first single, "Energy" was recently released. She also appears on Chris Brown's new album, "Exclusive: The Forever Edition" on a cut called "Superhuman" which is a really hot record.Music NewsBobby Brown has a new tell-all book that will be released this October. Brown has already revealed several allegations regarding his tumultuous marriage to Whitney Houston and his relationships with Madonna & Janet Jackson. In this excerpt below, Brown reveals how he and Usher nearly came to blows ...

Charli Baltimore Talks, Khia Defends, Nas 2008-06-08 10:50:00 Video: Charli Baltimore Sub-0 DVD Interview Part 2Rapstress Charli Baltimore talks about female rappers who don't write their rhymes. She is also joined by some of her fellow Philly rappers including Gillie Da Kid and Peedi Crakk.Chuck is doing a lot of talking! I hope she actually releases an album this time. If you don't know Chuck has the worse luck in rap. All her record deals have fallen apart. Somewhere between all that she has linked back up with the Inc. (who she was formely signed to). Let's hope this deal actually materializes at least for those who want to hear some new Charli music.Video: Khia Interview Part 1Rapstress Khia lashes out on radio host and callers in this hilarious interview.I can understand why Khia appears so defensive at times. I know it is very hard for female rappers. This is a male dominated industry. Female rappers have it a lot tougher and they really have to prove themselves. I have to give it to Khia she is hilarious and she speaks her mind. One th ...

Jordin Sparkles, Nelly Knuckles Up 2008-06-06 23:09:00 Video: Jordin Sparks - One Step At A TimeThe third single/video off her gold debut album, "Jordin Sparks".Music News Nelly finds his latest album, "Brass Knuckles" pushed back to August 19. The album is preceded by first single, "Party People" featuring Fergie. The album's second singles are said to be "Stepped On My J's" featuring JD & Ciara as well as "Body On Me" featuring Ashanti & Akon.Originally due July 8, Khia's new album, "Nasti Muzik" will now be released on July 22. The album is preceded by the singles, "Be Your Lady" and I forget the other song. ...

Plies Gets No Love, Janet Gets Disciplined 2008-06-06 17:18:00 Can you imagine Usher's "Love In This Club" Part 2 with Mariah Carey and Plies in place of Beyonce and Lil' Wayne? Do you think it would of sounded better? Do you prefer the current remix version? Well anyway Plies revealed that he got a call from Usher to appear on the "LITC" remix. Unfortunately his verses didn't make the cut and were in favor traded for Lil' Wayne's verses. Meanwhile Plies new album, "Defnition Of Real" will be in stores June 10. The album is preceded by first single, "Bust It Baby Part 2" featuring Ne-Yo. The second single is "Please Excuse My Hands" featuring Jamie Foxx & Dream. Elsewhere on the album collaborations include J. Holiday, Keyshia Cole, and Trey Songz. Plies is readying his next album, "The Realest" for a December 16 release. Why so many albums in such a short span of time? No one knows. It would be nice if we got more albums from artists who take years to release albums i.e. Brandy.Wonder why we didn't get any more singles....well videos fr ...

Video: Ashanti feat Ja Rule - Foolish/Always On Time/TWTILY Medley 2008-06-06 12:40:00 Wow! It seems like old times seeing Ashanti and Ja Rule on stage together.Ashanti has went into overdrive with the promotional rounds. I was surprised when it was revealed that her newest album, "The Declaration" is on track to sell near 80K copies in its first week. This is very disappointing by Ashanti's standards. Ashanti usually has strong first week sales. With all this promotion she is doing, she should have a huger first week. I know how first week sales are very important to labels but fans as well. What really matters is how the album fares in the long run.Ashanti performs her hit single, "The Way That I Love You" ...

Trina Talks, Estelle Wants No Substitute 2008-06-06 10:26:00 Video: Trina InterviewTrina talks about the state of female rap, grinding, and the haters.Video: Estelle - No Subsitute LoveThis is the newest video from the UK sensation introduced to many of us by John Legend who were once unfamiliar with her before. I been meaning to check Estelle's album out and I will after this. Watch the video to see a special cameo from a child of destiny. *hint hint*Estelle - No Substitute Love ...

Bad Boy Artists Interview, Ciara Gets Ne-Yo 2008-06-05 20:05:00 Video: Day 26, Danity Kane, and Donnie Klang InterviewAudio: Ciara - SupernaturalThis is the full version of Ciara's "Supernatural" which leaked awhile back in snippet form. The song is co-written by Ne-Yo. The song will be featured on Ciara's upcoming album, "Fantasy Ride" in stores this September.Audio: Nas - Black PresidentThis is from Nas' "The N***** Tape" mixtape which was is hosted by DJ Green Latern.Music NewsAshanti has chosen "Good Good" as her 2nd single off her new album, "The Declaration". The song wasproduced by Jermaine Dupri. Ashanti has a lot of single potentials on her album. While "Good Good" isone of my favorites, I wouldn't have chosen this but good luck to her. She will need it!Perhaps best known for his affiliation with Roc-a-fella, rapper Peedi Crakk will release his debut album, "Camel Face Hunting Season" on Amalgam Digital in September. The album is preceded by first single, "More Towels". What's so funny about this? The title of the album. It is an obvi ...

Video: Lloyd feat Lil' Wayne - Girls All Around The World 2008-06-05 11:59:00 This is the debut single/video from Lloyd's "Lessons In Love" in stores July 15. ...

Solange Finally Decides, Trina's New Album 2008-06-04 23:56:00 Video: Solange - I DecidedMusic NewsTrina hit #1 with her latest album, "Still Da Baddest" which spawned the singles, "Single Again" and "I Got A Thang For You" featuring Keyshia Cole. Word is Trina is already back in the booth working on a new album titled, "The B**** Is Back". Hey! I'm all for a new Trina album but she should drop the "B" word from her titles. Come up with something else. I have no idea when this new album is coming out but Trina doesn't usually rush her albums. I'd say sometime early next year. Meanwhile Trina is releasing "Hot Commodity" featuring Rick Ross as the 3rd single from "Still Da Baddest". ...

Nicki Minaj Talks, Ne-Yo Shares, Amerie 2008-06-04 11:48:00 Video: Nicki Minaj InterviewRapstress Nicki Minaj talks about how she hooked up with Lil' Wayne, Lil' Kim, and the state of female rap.Video: Ne-Yo Before Def JamCheck out this exclusive video of Ne-Yo prior to his signing with Def Jam.Music NewsAmerie has confirmed that she is working on her 4th album (3rd for the States of course if its released here). The singer mentioned that in 2 weeks she would hit the studio. She will be co-writing songs for not only herself but other artists. Who those other artists are I'm not sure. Amerie's last album, "Because I Love It" wasn't released here in the states.Usher's "Here I Stand" album has debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200 Album Chart with 442K copies. It is a far cry from the million plus he sold his week of "Confessions" though. Were you really expecting to a million in his first week anyway? Not me.I read that Monica's upcoming album, "Lessons Learned" has been pushed back from its August release to October 2008. Not a big surprise ...

Video: Janet's Surprise Visit On "The View" 2008-06-03 23:35:00 Janet Jackson makes a surprise visit on ABC's "The View" to surprise co-host Sherri Shepherd with tickets to her "Rock With U" concert.Music NewsBusta Rhymes will release his oft-delayed album, "Blessed" on July 1. The album is preceded by first single, "We Made It" featuring Linkin Park. The album sports collaborations from Akon, Common, T.I., and Pharrell.Mariah Carey has chosen "I'll Be Loving U Long Time" as her 3rd single off her almost platinum, "E=MC2" album. ...

The Top 20 Most Annoying Celebrities 2008-06-03 17:38:00 Compiling this list was a no brainer for the most part. I expected certain celebrities to be mentioned almost immediately after posing this topic. I went to various message boards including AshantiDaily, UltimateKelis, UBG, Foxboogie, HipHopHideout, RealestN*ggas, and more to get opinions on who was the "Most Annoying Celebrities". Anybody who was somebody in the realm of entertainment whether their an one-hit wonder or a reality TV star, no one was off limits. Check out the list below to find out who are the "Top 20 Most Annoying Celebrities".20. Ne-Yo"So Sick" of Ne-Yo19. T-Pain(T)Pain To My Ears18. Soulja Boy"Tell 'Em - Yahhh"17. Lil' WayneLick his "Lollipop"16. OmarionHis career is in the "Icebox"15. Flavor FlavWhat's your flavor?14. Kanye WestThere goes the "Flashing Lights".13. Paris HiltonThat's hot.12. Nick CannonR&B's "Gigolo"11. Chris BrownHis career won't last "Forever".10. The cast of MTV's "The Hills"Yeah right.09. UsherTrue "Confessions".08. Terrance & Rocs ...

Video: Charli Baltimore Sub-0 Interview 2008-06-03 14:21:00 Rapstress Charli Baltimore talks exclusively about her relationship with The Inc, Lil' Kim, Biggie, and Jay-Z just to name a few. ...

Plies Is The Man, Dru Hill Reunites Again 2008-06-03 13:47:00 Video: Plies feat Trey Songz - I'm Da ManThis song appears on Plies' new album, "Definition Of Real" in stores June 10.Video: Best Of Flavor Of LoveIf your a fan of reality TV like myself esp trashy reality such as "Flavor Of Love" and its various spin-offs, this is the video for you. Relive all the past fights and feuds from Season 1 and Season 2 of "Flavor Of Love". Season 3 is not included as it had not aired during the production of this video.Video: Greg from MTV's Real World Strip TeaseOne of the most controversial contestants on MTV's "Real World" is none other than Greg. The aspiring model put on a show for the ladies and fellas!Audio: Dru Hill - Get LooseThis is a new song from the newly formed Dru Hill who was attempting to get back together after a failed attempt. The new song doesn't sound half bad. ...

PCD Performs, Faith Evans' Vid, Diddy Talks 2008-06-02 23:11:00 Video: Pussycat Dolls - When I Grow Up [Live]Here is the Dolls performing at the MTV Movie Awards on June 1.When I Grow Up LiveUploaded byyardie4lifever2Video: Faith Evans - High PlaceThis video features Faith prior to landing her recording contract. Check out Faith and her powerful pipes.Music NewsSinger Jazmine Sullivan has been making a name for herself working alongside such artists as Christina Milian, Fantasia, and Missy Elliott. Her prior work experience with Elliott lead to her debut single, "Need U Bad" which is produced by Missy Elliott. The upcoming untitled album features production from Stargate, Tricky, Jack Splash, Salaam Remi, and Wyclef. There is no word on when the album will be released. Click here to check out Jazmine's MySpace page.I have read that comedian DL Hughley will host this years BET Awards show set to air June 24. Expect performances from Lil' Wayne, Kanye West, Usher, Beyonce, Chris Brown, and Alicia Keys. A lot of people say that DL is not funny and t ...