September 2011
"Mother of Hip-Hop" Sylvia Robinson Dies at Age 75
It’s a sad day for the hip-hop community as the “Mother of Hip-Hop” has passed away. Best known for her hit single “Pillow Talk,” Sylvia Robinson died this morning at the age of 75 as a result of congestive heart failure.
RIP
T.I Released From Halfway House
T.I has been released from the halfway house that he was staying at early this morning (12 am). T.I is free and according to multiple sources he is throwing a $100k welcome back brunch with family and friends this weekend.
New Music: Wale ft. Miguel- Lotus Flower Bomb
WOW! This hot new record that will be featured on Wale’s upcoming album Ambition is super dope. Download “Lotus Flower Bomb” featuring Miguel.
http://www.hulkshare.com/fs8xkhqsglgk
Ambition is scheduled to be released November 1st
Ashton Kutcher Caught in Cheating Scandal!
Ashton Kutcher’s career may be going well thanks to Two And A Half Men but his marriage seems to be going the opposite. According to numerous source Demi Moore is sick of her husband Ashton Kutcher’s infidelity and it looks like a divorce may be happening soon.
PopCrunch.com Reports:
The new star of TV’s Two and a Half Men is dodging dish that he’s been cheating on his lovely...
Eazy E's Son to Play His Father in N.W.A Movie
The rumored N.W.A movie is becoming a reality and set for production very soon thanks to Ice Cube, who was formerly in the group along with Eazy E, and it looks like the role of Eazy E will be played by his very own son!
According to TMZ
“Eazy-E’s son says there’s a “high probability” he’ll play his famous father in an upcoming Hollywood movie about the...
Angela Simmons Goes Naked for PETA
Angela Simmons is now one of the many celebs who are bringing awareness to animal cruelty by going naked for PETA. Angela Simmons who is a vegan herself says, “I wanted to bring attention to a vegan lifestyle and raise awareness for PETA. I feel it’s very important to show compassion for all of God’s creations—and adopting a vegan diet for me is the best way to live a healthier...
WatchThe Real Housewives of Atlanta are back! This is the fourth season for the ladies of the A and this season is by far the craziest. Premiering November 6th on Bravo…..check out the teaser above!
Jay-Z Renames New Jersey Nets
Jay Z will be renaming his New Jersey Nets according to the NY Post to the Brooklyn Nets. The new team will be receiving new team colors and will also be playing in a new home arena as early as next fall, The Barclays Center.
Jay Z and the rest of the owners have a lot of new changing plans for the Nets. They are planning to completely change their audience demographic and also will be using...
J. Cole x Rolling Out
In anticipation of his new album Cole World: The Sideline Story, which debuts tomorrow, J. Cole takes the cover for this month’s issue of Rolling Out Magazine.
Check out the full spread below and some excerpts, props to Theybf.com
Talk about your first encounter with Jay-Z. What led to that moment? I graduated from St. John’s University. At the time, all of my friends got nine-to-five...
Drake's "Take Care" Album Cover Released +...
Above is reportedly the official album cover for Drake’s sophomore project “Take Care.” It looks like Drake has got a lot of choosing to do before then in regards of what will exactly be on the album. Below is one of the potential tracklists for the new album.
1. Shot For Me – (Prod. Noah 40 Shebib) 2. Headlines – (Prod. Boi-1da & Noah 40 Shebib) 3. The Ride (ft. The...
Amber Rose Blogs About The Industry & Double...
Amber Rose is fed up with the media. After having naked pictures of herself leaked, being bombarded about her relationship with Wiz Khalifa and even taking some harsh words from critics in regards to her trip to Ghana to host a music festival, Amber Rose has had enough.
Amber Rose has finally spoken out in a more personal blog that she posted on her Whosay account in regards to dating Kanye,...
WatchReal Housewives of Beverly Hills, Taylor Armstrong, opens up for the first time since finding her husbands body hanging in his apartment bedroom. Armstrong’s husband Russell committed suicide last month.
The two were going through a divorce at the time that this event happened.
Prior to his death, Bravo and the housewives were busy recording their latest season that is now on air. Taylor...
Troy Davis Pens a Letter..... To All
Last night at 11:08pm prisoner and accused killer of an off-duty police officer, Troy Davis, was executed. The high profile case that brought millions of people together in order to fight for the fair justice of Davis was put to rest last night as Georgia state officials were given the ok the execute him.
As sick and insulting this has been to the human race and american people Troy Davis...
Beyonce Fragrance Release Party
Beyonce dazzled in blue for her fragrance release launch event in NYC at the Dream Hotel. Her new perfume, Pulse, will be sold exclusively in department stores.
Frank Ocean Stops By Hot 97
Frank Ocean stops by Hot 97 for an exclusive interview with the one and only Ms. Angie Martinez. Check out some of the excerpts below.
• On Odd Future: “That’s family. It’s a crew, but it’s not like a boy band where we’re like this cohesive thing that moves and does everything together. We’re like a crew of a bunch of different artists who create their own thing and their own wave.” • On Tyler,...
WatchA video has been released finally of the altercation between Ray J and Fabulous. Check out what sparked this big controversy between the two.
Kreayshawn Covers Complex Magazine
Kreayshawn covers the October/November issue of Complex Magazine. Check out some excerpts below.
On the use of the N-Word Why do I keep getting dissed and gotta ignore it like nothing is going on? I’ve never said it one time in my motherf*cking life… Everyone thinks I’m Vanessa [V-Nasty] and I have to answer [for her actions] every day in every f*cking interview.”
I’ve sat down and had talks...
Ray J Apologizes For His Rant
Ray J wants to apologize to all of his fans for his uncensored rant against Fabulous.
Ray J and Fab supposedly got into a brawl at the Palms in Las Vegas causing both to speak out about the incident. Most were able to hear Ray J’s discussion on the issue, however Fabulous spoke out today saying something otherwise.
“That wasn’t Willie Norwood Jr. That wasn’t him. This is not no...
Mel B Shows Off New Baby Girl
Mel B and her husband Stephen show off their new pride and joy Madison Brown Belafonte.
Madison makes her debut appearance in Hello Magazine at only 3 weeks old. Such a little cutie!
Ne-Yo Is Engaged and Expecting Second Child with...
Ne-Yo and his fiance Monyetta are engaged! Ne-Yo’s fiance gave birth to a baby girl last year and now they are expecting their second child in October! Ne-Yo’s reps did confirm to US Weekly that the rumors are true.
Congrats to the two!
Ne-Yo has announced today himself that he is NOT engaged
Kid Cudi Covers Complex Magazine
Kid Cudi is the “coverboy” for the latest issue of Complex Magazine. Cudi opens up to the mag about breaking up with his girlfriend, quitting weed, and Kanye.
Check out some excerpts below
On Spending Time With Kanye in New York I was at another place, another dark place. Me and my girl had broken up. I wasn’t fully healed yet. And being around Kanye and music was my escape. He’s...
WatchOver the weekend there has been rumors spreading that Fabulous and Ray J got into a brawl backstage during a show at the Palms in Vegas. While there is no actualy video footage of the so-called “fight.” Ray J stepped into Power 105.1’s Breakfast Club this morning to address the rumors and put Fab in his place.
Brace yourselves because this video is uncensored and truly reckless...
2011 Fab Emmy Red Carpet Looks
The Primetime Emmy Awards were last night and many stars came out looking their best, so far this season. Check out some of the looks that I thought were fab!
Amber Riley
Gweneth Paltrow
Heidi Klum and her hubby Seal
Jurnee Smollett
Kerry Washington
Paula Abdul
Shaun Robinson
Sophia Vergara
Tariji P Henson
Fall 2011 Album Release Schedule
Thanks to Rap-Up.com I was able to snag the Fall 201l album release schedule. There are tons of new albums coming out from artists all across the board. Check out the release schedule!
September 20 Mindless Behavior – #1 Girl
September 27 J. Cole – Cole World: The Sideline Story Jason Derulo – Future History Gloria Estefan – Miss Little Havana
October 11 DJ Drama – Third Power
October 24 Drake...
Brad Pitt Opens Up About Angelina Jolie
In a new interview with Parade Magazine Brad Pitt opens up his life in the past decade in an over three hour in person interview.
Pitt opens up with Parade Mag about everything; from his marriage with Jennifer Aniston to his unconditional love for Angelina Jolie.
Check out some quotes below from the new issue
“I put much more emphasis on being a satisfied man, I’m satisfied with...
Victoria Beckham was recently seen out and about with her new baby girl Harper
WatchA new Frank Ocean video has been released! Since this song was released everyone fell in love with it and now there is a video to match! Check out Mr. Ocean’s new video titled “Thinking About You.”
WatchShot in Barbados check out the new video from J Cole featuring Trey Songz entitled “Can’t Get Enough.” Rihanna also makes an appearance in the island beauty video as well. The Roc is in the building for sure!
Cameron Diaz & Alex Rodriguez Split
Actor Cameron Diaz and her MBL boyfriend Alex Rodriguez have decided to call it quits. According to US Magazine and an insider “She’s very busy with her career, And he’s had injuries and wants to focus on his game. They’re dedicated professionals.”
Tyler Perry Named Highest Paid Man In...
Tyler Perry is a living example of someone who literally took his life from rags to riches. After a numerous amount of movies that he has starred in, produced, and directed as well as his two TV shows; Forbes Magazine has ranked Mr. Perry as the highest paid man in entertainment, earning $130 million dollars just between May 2010-2011.
WatchEarlier this week the official video of Amy Winehouse and Tony Bennet’s duet was released. I am a little late on posting it but check out the official video entitled “Body & Soul.”
T.I Releases Book Cover
Above is the official book cover for T.I & David Ritz’s new fictional novel which is scheduled to hit the shelves next moth. The novel entails a story of two friends growing up in the streets of ATL.
Swizz Beatz Gives Alicia Keys A Brand New Car
Well what a birthday present. Alicia Keyz poses in front of her brand new six-figure car given to her by her hubby Swizz Beatz. The six-figure car is now the new whip Mrs. Beatz will be crusin in.
Swizz Beatz tweeted,
“The best part of my Bday today was my gift I made my wife because my Bday is her Bday.”
Kylie Jenner Debuts Her Runway Walk at Fashion...
Kylie Jenner, the youngest of the Kardashian-Jenner clan, made her modeling debut this past week at NYC’s fashion week. Jenner was tapped by her half-brother, Brody Jenner’s girlfriend Avril Lavigne, to walk in her show for her latest clothing line Abbey Dawn.
All of Kylie’s sisters except Khloe were in attendance for the big show! Kris Humphries and Brody Jenner also came...
Basketball Wives Laura Govan Back on With Gilbert...
VH1’s Basketball Wife, Laura Govan, is back on with her NBA baby daddy Gilbert Arenas. The skeptical rumors about Govan’s and Arenas’ relationship has been put to rest as Laura shared all about her relationship in the latest issue of Essence Magazine. Govan says that she is back on with Mr. Arenas and that the two plan to marry very soon.
Check out some excerpts below, props...
Gucci Mane Heads Back To Jail
Gucci Mane just can’t seem to stay out of jail! After pleading guilty to a case that involved pushing a woman out of a car back in January, Gucci Mane has been sentenced back to the Dekalb County Jail.
Gucci Mane was originally ordered to three years in jail but luckily he has only been sentenced to six. After jail Gucci will be back on probation and has been ordered to pay a $3,000 fine...
Don’t you just love seeing pictures of Bey and Jay just spending quality time together? This pic was taken over the weekend of the two enjoying a lunch in NYC.
Big Sean Announces "I Am Finally Famous" Tour
Big Sean is ready to steal the spotlight and debut his first official album live across the country. The Detroit native rapper is set to hit the road again, this time in celebration for his highly successful debut album “Finally Famous.”
Check out the tour dates below and see if he will be in a city near you!
Big Sean’s “I Am Finally Famous” Tour Dates
Oct. 2 – Asheville, NC –...
New Photos of Rihanna's New Armani Jeans AD
As I announced last week, Rihanna has been tapped at the new face of Armani Jeans. Last week I posted a teaser to what are several ads that Rihanna has shot for the new fall/winter 2011 line. More ads have been released and i’ve got them right here! Rihanna strips down in barely nothing but jeans but sports a very short and chic blonde bob. Can we have this Rihanna back please?!
