Nas Ordered to Pay Over $51,000 a Month to Kelis
Yesterday (December 9), Los Angeles Superior Court Judge David S. Cunningham ordered Nas to pay $51,101 a month in spousal and child support to ex-wife Kelis. Cunningham made his ruling following two days of testimony from Nas and Kelis. Kelis verified that she inked a new recording contract with Interscope Records for $175,000. […]
Gangsta Boo Charged In Robbery; Released On $100k Bond
Famous Memphis rapper Gangsta Boo turned herself in to authorities on Tuesday (December 7) in connection with the robbery of an Olive Branch, Mississippi retail store. Gangsta Boo, born Lola Mitchell, was arrested and released on $100,000 bond after she was charged with conspiracy to commit armed robbery. Police are investigating Gangsta Boos role in […]
Hip-Hop Rumors: Tiger’s Texts; Baby By Bird?
DISCLAIMER: All content within this section is pure rumor and generally have no factual info outside of what the streets have whispered in our ear. Read on. EPIC FAIL OF THE DAY Tiger Woods is free falling faster than a bag if cement. Dude is going to crash hard. Now they have released the […]
AHH Stray News: Rae Cancels Chicago Show, Snoop, Kidz In The Hall
Wu-Tang Clan front man Raekwon has canceled a highly anticipated concert tonight (December 9) in Chicago. The Chef was slated to perform at the House of Blues in Chicago tonight, but the rapper abruptly canceled the show, with no explanation given. The rapper is currently on tour promoting his album Only Built For Cuban Linx […]
PBS Independent Lens Highlights Hip-Hop
The relationship between sampling and Hip-Hop music will be examined in a new film airing on the PBS series Independent Lens. The feature, titled Copyright Criminals, will feature rap collectives Public Enemy and De La Soul as it explores the multi-billion dollar Hip-Hop music industry and the impact of sampling on copyright, creativity and technological […]
Drake Lives…And So Does Gangster Rap
This month hip-hop once again scored a victory as Drake, Kid Cudi and Wale made GQ Magazines Men of the Year issue. Quite a considerable feat considering that all three are freshmen in the game. Referred to as the Gangsta Killers, the short blurb credits the Fab Three for killing the gangster persona in rap. […]
Big Boi Talks Long-Awaited Solo Album, Upcoming Outkast Release
Next year looks to be an active one for fans of Outkasts Big Boi. The Atlanta-based rhymesmith is putting an end to the delay of his long-awaited solo album as word comes that he has finished and turned in the project. According to Big Boi, Sir Lucious Left Foot: The Son of Chico […]
Wednesday Fashion Feature: Flud Watches Unveils Winter 09 Collection
On Monday (December 7), DrJays.com’s Kiki and Boss Lady attended Flud Watches‘ winter 2009 collection preview at NYC’s Mocha Lounge. Included in the new collection are updated versions of the very popular “Big Ben” style, including a bold turquoise color, new mesh and leather band options. There’s also a special edition […]
