Bone Thugs, Akon, Swizz Beatz Sued Over “I Tried”
Popular Hip-Hop group Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, producer Swizz Beatz and R&B singer Akon have been hit with a lawsuit by a Texas-based music publisher. Songster, which is located in Fort Worth, Texas, filed the lawsuit in the Central District of California yesterday (July 14). The company claims the Bone Thug’s lead single from their […]
Three 6 Mafia Lands Reality Cooking Show
The remaining two members of Three 6 Mafia are continuing to capitalize on their crossover success with yet another unexpected new venture. DJ Paul and Juicy J have developed a new television project which will introduce the world to their love of cooking. Cookin Aint Easy will find the two longtime friends and […]
Ice Cube Lands TV Adaption of Are We There Yet?
Hip-Hop legend Ice Cube has partnered with TBS to premier the TV version of Are We There Yet? TBS secured the 10 episode contract after a bidding war with USA and BET. The network also retains the option to order 90 more episodes. Ali LeRoi, writer of the acclaimed Everybody Hates Chris sitcom, […]
Jackie Chan To Star Opposite Jaden Smith In ‘Karate Kid’ Remake
Will Smith’s son Jaden will be featured opposite Jackie Chan in the upcoming remake of the 1984 movie Karate Kid. Chan recently signed on to play the older kung-fu master in Kung-Fu Kid. Chan’s character guides Jaden Smith’s and teaches him the art of Kung-Fu to confront local bullies. The updated version […]
Hip-Hop Rumors: 50 Cent To Challenge Jay-Z? Joe Budden vs Deck III! Nodeci?
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.50 CENT TO DROP THE SAME DAY AS JAY-Z? When the Towers were hit, there was only one rapper than released a critically acclaimed album and that rapper was […]
Ghostface Drops Novel ‘Cell Block Z,’; New Album On The Way
Ghostface Killah has become the latest in a growing line of rapper-turned-published-authors. The Wu-Tang Clan lyricist is gearing up for the release of his literary debut, due out on July 29. The illustrated novel, titled Cell Block Z, recounts the tale of a fictional boxer, Cole Dennis, which is simply Ghosts birth name […]
ChartWatch: Revenge of the Indies, Michael Jackson Stays On Top!
This last week Michael Jacksons memorial service was held prompting every fan he ever had to hit the stores and buy his albums. He continues to dominate the charts with five albums in the top ten this week. Number Ones holds the number one spot followed by Thriller at number three, The Essential Michael Jackson […]
Nathan: Young Blood
On June 25, 2009, the king of Pop Michael Jackson passed away, leaving a legacy that will remain in the world forever. From his lyrics to beat samples and dance moves, our generation will continuously pay homage to the late king. The death of Michael Jackson effected people all around the world, especially those whose […]
Police In New Zealand Lash Out At The Game Over Upcoming Concert
Police in Rotorua, New Zealand, have expressed their disappointment and concerns over an upcoming concert featuring Compton rapper The Game. On August 15, The Game is due in New Zealand as part of his tour across Europe. According to New Zealand’s Daily Post, police are organizing a special “operation” and will have a […]
Labels: Make A Record Deal Worth Something Again
It is pretty common knowledge that it is high time that the recording industry re-evaluate its practices and business M.O. This is a direct result of the digital era, however I have an archaic response to the resurgence of the new indie and internet movement. Record labels need to make the record deal […]
