(AllHipHop News) Atlanta rapper T.I. made a high profile appearance on CNN’s series Larry King Live tonight (May 13th), where he revealed scenes from his new movie Takers. The movie, which is being released by Columbia Pictures, also stars Chris Brown, Hayden Christensen and Paul Walker. The flick focuses on a group of high profile bank robbers, who pull off a $20 million dollar bank job, which detectives are attempting to solve. “My characters name is Ghost and he is a part of a very, very upscale extravagant band of bank robbers,” T.I. revealed on Larry King.The movie is due in stores this summer, while his upcoming album King Uncaged is due in stores on August 17th. The rapper wore a pink polo top and discussed his year long stint in jail for attempting to purchase silencers and machine guns in October of 2007 during the hour-long conversation. “This most recent incident came from an attempt on my life and my best friend died in my arms and that kind of caused a state of depression, paranoia and my judgment was jaded and I just felt my life was in danger,” T.I. told Larry King. T.I., born Clifford Harris Jr., was released from prison in March. The arms purchase was done out of fear for his life. He noted that deaths of rappers doesn’t seem to be high on the priority list of federal investigators. “Why Me? Why Tupac? Why Biggie? Why Jam Master Jay?” T.I. asked Larry King. “I mean, and if you do more research, you will see the death of a hip hop star is the least investigated. There have been no convictions on Biggie, there have been no convictions on Pac, there have been no convictions on Jam Master Jay. They die and then life goes on.  They die and then life goes on.”He expressed regret over the incident and impact it had on his family and career although he said he was content with his life.  “They say when you are completely happy, you die,” T.I. stated. “So I am they happiest I’ve ever been, but I think that right now since I’ve gotten out of that situation, this is the first time I have actually taken advantage of and being able to enjoy the fruits of my labor.” Larry King attempted to wrestle information out of T.I. regarding his probation status near the end of the interview, but was met with a stone faced T.I., who refused to divulge any information. “The specifics of my probation and the conditions, I’d rather keep that, you, know,” as he admitted he needed permission to leave Atlanta to conduct the interview in New York. T.I.’s new album King Uncaged is due in stores on August 17th. 

(AllHipHop News) Rising Hip-Hop artist Mickey Factz has found a home at Battery Records, the label revealed to AllHipHop.com today (May 13th). After releasing six mixtapes independently and landing spots in advertising campaigns with Honda, the 24-year-old New Yorker signed with Battery because of the label’s “creative vision.”“My career as an artist has been a grand journey up to this point for my team GFCnewyork, and myself,“ Mickey Factz told AllHipHop.com. “Battery is the greatest compromise as they understand my vision and where we will be taking it. I’m glad to welcome them as a part of my team and The Black Apple experience. Truthfully, let the games begin.” Mickey Factz was one of the most sought after unsigned artists before inking his deal with Battery. According to Neil Levine, GM and Senior Vice President of Battery Records, Mickey Factz is a complete artist. “He’s really put the work in to be a real star and Battery is very pleased to welcome him as our newest signing,” Neil Levine said of Factz’ independent hustle. Mickey Factz left NYU Law School in order to pursue his career as a rapper. According to Jeff Sledge, Battery’s VP of A&R, the rapper has developed his skills considerably while honing a unique sound. “I have been working with Mickey for four years now. He has grown as an artist and developed a sound that separates him from other artists,” Sledge said. “I am excited to sign Mickey and have the opportunity to show the world the amazing artist that he has become.”There is no release date for Mickey Factz’ upcoming album.

G-Unit rapper Lloyd Banks will give a special performance at the end of this month at BB Kings Blues Club & Grill. Banks will hit the stage with Power 105.1’s DJ Envy for the performance, which will include special guests, a source told AllHipHop.com. Banks is expected to perform a medley of his songs, including his most recent song “Beamer Benz or Bentley,” which is currently being re-worked into regional mixes that will feature different artists. “I’ve got so much love and a good response on this record that it’s actually going to have to be more than one remix because it goes by markets,” Banks told VIBE. Lloyd Banks will hit the stage May 26th. Rapper Common is taking his relationship with Tennis champion Serena William serious. The rapper stopped by the Ellen DeGeneres show to promote his new flick Just Wright which co-stars Queen Latifah. During the interview, Common told DeGeneres he “definitely” wants to get married. “I definitely want to get married. I would love to get married and have kids,” said Common of his 28-year-old girlfriend. “Actually, Serena and I have been close for about two years. It’s been evolving.” Common said that he gets “emotionally” involved in Williams’ tennis matches. “I sit there, and I’m just tense.  People try and talk to me, and I tell them to be quiet. I was sitting next to Richard Branson and I didn’t pay attention. I don’t care who is there. I’m focused on this tennis match.” The episode is slated to air tomorrow (May 14th) on The Ellen DeGeneres Show. Rapper Jay-Z will be releasing greatest hits collection this summer, according to a new website that recently launched. The Hits Collection Vol. 1 is the first greatest hits collection to be released by Jay-Z. Tracks included on the album will include some of Jay-Z’s biggest hits, including recent hits like “Empire State of Mind,” and “Run This Town,” while other hits like “D.O.A.” and “Public Service Announcement” are also included on the compilation. The Hits Collection Vol. 1 is due in stores on June 29th. For more information visit: http://www.jayzhitscollection.com/

(AllHipHop News) New Orleans rapper Juvenile is wasting no time releasing the follow up to last year’s album Cocky and Confident. The rapper has revealed he will release a brand new album this July titled Beast Mode, which will hit stores via a deal between his label UTP and E1 Music.“The main reason for putting out this record in the summer is that it’s a summer album,” Juvenile told AllHipHop.com. “I made this album for my fans, especially for my female fans out there.”The first single from Beast Mode will be the track “Drop That Azz,” which is currently being serviced to radio outlets and mix shows nationwide.  Beast Mode is due in stores on July 6th, 2010.

(AllHipHop News) A group of investors are turning to legal action in hopes of having their money returned after a concert that was supposed to feature Lil Wayne was canceled three different times. Investors filed a lawsuit against RMF Productions, Edward Strickland and Andre Langston, seeking at least $180,000 to bring the rapper to Rochester, New York. According to RMF Productions, Lil Wayne was advanced $100,000 dollars to perform at the Blue Cross Arena in October of 2008, but canceled the show, blaming an inferior sound system. The rapper, who was promoting his release Tha Carter III, rescheduled the Rochester show for December 6th, 2008, but canceled that date to rehearse for his “I Am Music Tour.”The second concert was rescheduled for January 21, but that concert was scrapped and no make up date was offered to fans in Rochester. While Lil Wayne is not named in the most recent lawsuit, he may have to show up in court over the three canceled shows. In February of 2009, RMF Productions filed a $1.3 million dollar lawsuit against Lil Wayne and his manager Cortez Bryant for cancelling all three dates.