Even while the details of his Interscope separation are being finalized, West Coast ambassador Snoop Dogg is moving forward on a unique partnership with MTV.

First up will be “Dogg After Dark,” an MTV variety talk show with Snoop handling hosting duties.

The show takes place from the Kress nightclub, located on LA’s Hollywood Boulevard.

In classic throwback Snoop style, the rapper will retain his very own house band, the Snoopadelics.

Additionally, the veteran crossover star will conduct A-list celebrity interviews and sketch comedy segments.

As part of the deal, MTV will assist in advertising Snoop’s upcoming album, Malice In Wonderland, through the network’s resources in “global distribution, marketing, and promotion.”

Snoop’s back catalogue will also be reintroduced to a new generation of video game fans, courtesy of MTV adding portions of his discography to their next edition of Rock Band.

When asked on how deal was formulated, Snoop explained it was a matter of recognizing the importance of cross-marketing in today’s music climate.

“When [MTV President] Van Toffler and I sat down Boss to Boss, a global quintuple threat takeover was masterminded. As the world of entertainment keeps changing, we felt it was the right time to let Snoop Dogg back on MTV so we could continue to run things with music, movies, DVDs and bring Hip-Hop to Rock Band,” Snoop Dogg told AllHipHop.com. “So screw your wigs on tight and tune in on Tuesday nights for the first step to the next level of Snoop D-O double G. ‘Dogg After Dark’ is the only nightclub TV show hosted by you know who. So take a journey with me through the mind, body, soul and musical mind state of the most prolific, authentic game spitter. And the sh*t is funny, so show me the money!”

MTV President Van Toffler echoed the rapper’s sentiments, and elaborated on his view of Snoop Dogg being one of popular Hip-Hop artists ever with MTV audiences.

“Snoop has been a mainstay across MTV screens for over a decade by pushing the boundaries of Hip-Hop with his signature antics, incredible catalogue of music, legendary videos, larger than life personality and even a little controversy,” Toffler explained to AllHipHop.com. “I can’t even begin to imagine MTV, my tumultuous career and several raging ulcers without the Dogg being such a big part of our history. He is an undeniable international superstar whose talent and work transcend music, TV and film and we look forward to launching this new multidimensional partnership with the Doggfather.”

“Dogg After Dark” premiers February 17 at 9Pm eastern time.

At press time, Snoop’s 10th studio album, Malice In Wonderland, Is set to feature production from Dr. Dre, Pharrell, and Lalo Shifrin.

The LP is tentatively scheduled for release later this year.

Two days after Chris Brown’s arrest for an alleged domestic violence incident, more details are emerging regarding the singer and his girlfriend Rihanna.

Media sources report the unidentified woman Brown allegedly hit was Rihanna.

A source told Access Hollywood that Brown hit the 20-year-old pop diva with his fists and bit her during the alleged incident, which occurred around 12:30 a.m.

Sunday (February 8). Both entertainers, who were expected to perform last night at the Grammy Awards, cancelled their appearances on the show.

Brown later turned himself in to authorities during the Grammy broadcast and was booked on a suspicion of making a criminal threat.

He was released that night on $50,000 bail. The Los Angeles Police Department is still investigating the incident, which involved an intense argument between Brown and an unidentified woman inside a vehicle at the Hancock Park neighborhood in Los Angeles.

The dispute escalated after Brown reportedly stopped the car and the woman got out of the vehicle. According to the LAPD, the woman suffered visible injuries.

Police arrived on the scene after receiving a 911 call. The woman, who identified Brown as her attacker, was the only one present.

Brown left the scene before authorities came, police said. Rihanna was reportedly hospitalized as she sustained a slightly bruised face.

According to TMZ.com, photos have surfaced of Rihanna that feature the songstress with a split lip and bloody nose as well as major contusions on both sides of her face which have resulted in serious swelling and bruising.

In addition, the site confirmed that bite marks were present on several fingers and one of her arms. Although she refused treatment at the scene, Rihanna did allow police to take photos.

Reports citing Rihanna as the person who made the 911 call were debunked as it was revealed that the call was made by someone in the Hancock Park area, who heard screams from the vocalist.

Despite various publications and web sites reporting that Rihanna was the victim in the incident, the LAPD has not confirmed who was assaulted as it referenced state laws that protect the identity of abuse victims.

Brown and Rihanna were last seen together leaving a pre-Grammy party on Saturday (February 7) shortly before the incident.

Although he is currently free on bail, the fallout from the incident is already affecting Brown.

On Monday (February 9), Wrigley issued a statement that it was suspending its ad campaigns featuring the 19-year-old crooner as its Doublemint gum spokesman until Brown’s situation is resolved.

“Wrigley is concerned by the serious allegations made against Chris Brown. We believe Mr. Brown should be afforded the same due process as any citizen,” the company said. “However, we have made the decision to suspend the current advertising featuring Brown and any related marketing communications until the matter is resolved.”

Since the incident, Brown and Rihanna have kept a low profile. Brown has pulled out of a planned appearance during this weekend’s NBA All-Star weekend in Phoenix.

The singer was scheduled to play in the league’s All-Star Celebrity game on Friday (February 13), perform in and introduce the 2009 NBA all-stars before tip-off at Sunday’s (February 15) game.

Rihanna also postponed a sold out concert in Malaysia on February 13 and her birthday celebrations scheduled for February 20 as well.

The LAPD revealed that additional charges might be filed against Brown after the Los Angeles County district attorney reviews the case.

The arraignment for the entertainer’s case is slated for March 5.

With a little more than a month to go before serving a year in prison, T.I. is using the small screen to deter fans from taking the same road he took, which has landed him a stint behind bars.

The rapper’s upcoming MTV reality show, T.I.’s Road to Redemption: 45 Days to Go, will allow viewers to see another side of T.I. as the rapper travels to schools and talks to community groups about ways to avoid his highly publicized legal drama.

T.I. pleaded guilty last year to federal weapons charges after his 2007 arrest in Atlanta just hours before appearing at the BET Hip-Hop Awards.

As part of his plea deal, the Grand Hustle Records co-CEO was ordered to complete 1,000 hours of community service before heading to prison in March.

In addition to his community service efforts, Road to Redemption will offer a look at T.I.’s search for personal redemption while working to overcome his personal demons, transform the lives of a group of at-risk teens, manage his personal life and accept going to jail in the coming weeks.

“This series reveals the unknown side of T.I.-one of the world’s greatest artists at the most precarious time in his life,” said MTV executive vice president, series development and programming Tony DiSanto. “In the face of impending incarceration, T.I. is driven to ensure others do not make the same mistakes, and our cameras document every step along this road as he impacts and changes lives for the better. It is real-time redemption.”

Road to Redemption comes amid a stellar year for T.I., who is enjoying the success of his latest album, Paper Trail.

The project, which spawned the hit singles “Whatever You Like,” “Live Your Life” and “Dead and Gone,” debuted at number one upon its first week of release last year.

The Atlanta lyricist’s good fortune continued on Sunday (February 8) as he took home a Grammy award for best rap performance by a duo or group for his Jay-Z, Lil Wayne, Kanye West and M.I.A.-assisted song “Swagga Like Us.”

The release of Paper Trail will be among the highlights featured on Road to Redemption, in addition to the birth of T.I.’s sixth child.

The show, which was co-executive produced by T.I., will stay true to its name, as the title will change to reflect the amount of time left to the rapper’s sentencing.

Once T.I. completes his community service requirements, consideration will be taken which could possibly result in a reduced sentence for the entertainer.

The final episode of Road to Redemption will air shortly after T.I.’s fate is revealed.

T.I.’s Road To Redemption: 45 Days To Go will premiere at 9 p.m. ET/PT Tuesday (February 10) on MTV.

Future episodes of the series will air at 9:30 p.m. ET/PT.

Sources have told AllHipHop.com that famed Miami DJ Khaled of the Terror Squad was not the driver of a white Bentley who was shot and killed, after a four-hour police pursuit in Los Angeles.

Rumors spread across the Internet after a man resembling the Miami DJ allegedly led police on four-hour chase, at speeds of no more than 40 mph on the Hollywood Freeway and Interstate 5.

LAPD officer Karen Smith said the driver of the $100,000 dollar car was despondent, allegedly armed and suicidal.

Police said the driver of the Bentley was wanted for assault with a deadly weapon on his girlfriend.

The area was cordoned off by police after the driver stopped on Lankershim Boulevard shortly after 11:00 PM and popped his trunk, making it difficult for police to have a direct view of the luxury vehicle.

Officers stormed the vehicle and broke open the passenger window, only to find the driver of the Bentley slumped over in the front seat.

He was pulled from the vehicle, placed on a stretcher and rushed to a local hospital by ambulance.

DJ Khaled, born of Palestinian descent, in New Orleans, resembled the unidentified man in question, who police said was from Pakistan.

DJ Khaled called into Los Angeles’ Power 106 as well and said that he was busy “making hits in Miami.”

Rick Ross’ self-proclaimed drug kingpin and gang affiliated

background took another hit today (February 9) as more illuminating documents

made the rounds on the Miami

native’s criminal past.

The Smoking Gun, the same website that initially broke the

story on Ross’ officer background last summer, disclosed a detailed deposition

between Officer Rey Hernandez and Ross attorney Allan Zamren.

The heated discussion revolved around specifics of the

rapper’s January 2008 arrest on marijuana and gun charges, along with inquiries

into his alleged relationship with the infamous Carol City Cartel.

“Why is this case assigned to a gang task force?” Zamren

demanded.

“Because your client claims affiliation with [the] Carol

City Cartel and other known gang members,” Officer Hernandez replied, hinting

at the various songs of Ross alluding to the alleged relationship.

“Do you have anything that shows you he was affiliated with

any gang?” Zamren further questioned. “Or [of] yout own personal knowledge

today?”

“No, I do not,” Hernandez stated.

While both parties in the transcript differ on whether Ross

should face a judge for the charges, both agreed there was no evidence from

reputed members of the Carol City Cartel that Ross had any ties to the

organization.

The Smoking Gun, which argues the Miami

emcee has become delusional with his rap persona, titled the six-page piece

“Rick Ross’s Hood Dreams.”

 Rick Ross and newfound rival 50

Cent remain locked in battle of one-upmanship as both seek to drum up support

for their respective forthcoming albums; Deeper

Than Rap (March 24) and Before I

Self-Destruct(tentatively March 2009).

 After initially being an

unconventional battle waged mostly outside the booth, both stars have released

diss records in the last few days: 50 Cent with “I’ll Be the Shooter,” and Ross

with “Valley of Death.”

 The two albums will be the first

high-profile, mainstream Hip-Hop projects released this year.

 At press time, neither Rick Ross

nor his lawyer could be reach for comment.