The war of words between Joe Budden and Method Man continues with new commentary from Busta Rhymes, and Redman, Meth’s rap partner. Joe Budden has started significant conversation among the legends of the 90’s, in particular. Upon seeing a listing of the Top 50 rappers as provided by Vibe magazine, the rapper opted to editorialize his views on several. A bulk of it focused on Method Man and his ability to best him lyrically. Redman told Ed Lover of Power 105.1 in New York that he wouldn’t have an problem with engaging Budden lyrically. “I just laughed at it at first. I’m a Jersey dude and he a Jersey dude so he already knows the business,” Redman said. “I know my man [Method Man] got this. If he needs me to step in, I’m in. I’m already in it anyway. Its gonna stay on the rap level too.”Busta Rhymes provided color to Redman’s assessment of the matter with Budden. Busta Rhymes said, “I think it was a great disrespect and he might want to get slapped in his face for it. That’s just how I feel about it. I’m not saying that to be on no pro-violence thing, because that’s not where I’m at with it. I still think that there is a fine line between entertainment and being morally and principally disrespectful.”Joe Budden told AllHipHop.com that he merely meant his challenge from a lyrical and Hip-Hop point of view. “Maybe I was wrong for singling out Method Man, because that derailed my entire argument. Maybe because of the name value,” Budden said. “My argument was a valid argument, but by that time I was on a tangent.”Still, Budden did not back off the graphic nature of his previous remarks even if the terminology was a lyrical metaphor. “That’s how I feel. It’s my opinion and I’m entitled to it,” Budden said. “Its not like I said, I’ll chop his head off and that’s the end of it. I said, “I’ll chop his head off and I’m willing to prove it.”“I would love for him to say ‘I’ll chop his head off’ face to face,” Meth said on the radio.  “He needs to come see me face to face. I don’t want none of that back and forth on the internet.” Like Redman and Busta Rhymes, Meth maintained it was a matter of respect, or lack of. “We already know them lists are garbage. It ain’t have nothing to do with rap…he can say that all he want,” he said “He ain’t got no respect for me. Out of all them dudes on that list – you go for a battle rapper if you a battle rapper.”Method Man & Redman’s Blackout 2 is in stores today.

With an esteemed cadre of rap heavyweights, Slip-N-Slide Records is looking to increase its presence in the music industry by highlighting its in-house production team.

Comprised of CP Hollywood, DJ Ave Mcree, Vakseen and Hollywood J, the group shares a love of designing beats while working with Slip-N-Slide artists such as Trina, Rick Ross and Plies.

Individually, S-N-S production team members garnered the label’s attention through their own achievements.

In addition to Ross, CP Hollywood has collaborated with Youngbloodz, Pitbull, Hurricane Chris, Pleasure P, Ballgreezy and Unda Surveillance.

The Florida native is known for producing Unda Surveillance’s club anthem “On Deck.”

DJ Ave Mcree captured a buzz among Georgia residents while studying legendary turntablists Grand Master Flash and DJ Magic Mike.

Like his Florida-based affiliate, Mcree has shared studio time with a variety of artists, including George Clinton, DJ Unk and Eight Ball & MJG.

The Slip-N-Slide production team’s official introduction comes as the label prepares to release debut albums from newcomers Shonie and Qwote.

In addition, the Slip-N-Slide celebrates the newest additions to its roster: actress/songstress/community leader Drew Sidora, dancehall sensation Atiba, yard soul artist Camar and rapper turned singer Swazy Baby.

Hollywood J’s inclusion on the production team marks a new chapter for the Chicago native, who made his mark working with rap trio The Teamstaz.

Hollywood J is also known for his remix to Gorilla Zoe’s#### single, “Hood Figga” as well as his work on songs from Omarion, T.I. and Yung Joc.

The college-educated musicmaker isn’t the only Slip-N-Slide production team member to work with Yung Joc.

The Bad Boy rapper’s Gucci Mane and Yung Ralph-featured single, “Posted at the Store” was produced by Vakseen.

Citing music and the theory of art as influences, the beatmaker is also noted for producing Jim Jones’ “Pulling Me Back” as well as logging in studio time with G-Unit and Black Wall Street, among others.

In the coming months, fans can expect more Slip-N-Slide music from Trina and Ross.

A plea of not guilty was entered Friday (May 15) by rapper/producer Kanye West regarding an alleged altercation last year with paparazzi at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).

According to reports, the 31-year-old entertainer’s lawyer, Blair Berk, appeared on behalf of the entertainer, who was not present in court.

West pleaded not guilty to one count of misdemeanor vandalism, one count of battery and one count of grand theft.

Friday’s plea is the latest development in the aftermath of the paparazzi scuffle, which occurred on September 11.

West and his road manager/bodyguard, Don Crawley, were arrested at LAX as they attempted to catch a flight to Honolulu.

The incident with the paparazzi was captured on video as it showed the men wrestling a camera away from a photographer and later smashing the device into the ground.

West was charged with the misdemeanor vandalism, battery and grand theft, while Crawley received two counts for the crimes after allegedly smashing a camera that belonged to another photographer.

Through his lawyer, Shawn Chapman Holley, Crawley also pleaded not guilty.

The next hearing for the case is scheduled for July 15.

Rumors of sexual relationship between Chicago rap star Twista and adult film actress Pinky are “100 percent false and untrue,” according to the fast-rhyming entertainer.

Talk of the pair’s alleged relationship stemmed from the entertainment blog web site, MediaTakeout.com, which Twista accused of originating the rumor, as well as making “incorrect speculations” regarding Pinky being pregnant by him on its original posting of the item on May 13.

“I want to inform everyone that not only is Pinky NOT PREGNANT by me but I’ve never had any type of sexual encounters with her,” the rapper explained to AllHipHop.com in a statement. “I ain’t mad at her but thanks for promoting my new album, Category F5, which will be out in July”.

Twista’s denial of his relationship with Pinky comes as he prepares for the release of his eighth studio album, Category F5.

The project, which includes the single, “Wetter (Get It Wet Pt. 2)”, will all-star cameos from Kanye West, Lil Wayne, Nelly, The Game, Fat Joe, Akon, TechN9ne and Busta Rhymes as well as T-Pain, Justin Timberlake, The-Dream, Nelly, Bobby Valentino and Static Major.

In an effort to protect family and friends from the fall out over the Pinky rumors, Twista said he decided to speak out and asked for fans to “respect them and my loved ones.”

In addition to denying the pregnancy rumors, Twista used the occasion to promote Category F5 as he cited his love for his fans as the incentive behind creating what he deems a quality product.

“The hustle never stops,” the entertainer stated. “Over the last couple of years, I’ve just been thinking about what the fans want from me. And that was motivation enough to bring out another classic album.”

The man killed during a high-profile shooting at the Beverley Center in Beverley Hills, California today was Atlanta rapper Dolla, sources have confirmed with AllHipHop.com.

Dolla, born Roderick Anthony Burton II, hailed from East Atlanta and Los Angeles. He was signed to Akon’s Konvict Muzik imprint.

The rapper was shot and killed shortly after 3:00 PM near the La Cienga Boulevard entrance, after a fight between a group of individuals broke out.

Witnesses report that a woman was seen firing a handgun. Another source said a male suspect was arrested at Los Angeles International Airport as he attempted to board a flight.

Dolla was originally a member of Hip-Hop group Da Razkals Cru, before he landed a gig for Sean “Diddy” Combs as a model for Sean John.

Dolla had gained a buzz via his track “Who The Heck Is That?” which featured T-Pain and Tay Dizm.

The rapper was reportedly working on his debut solo album titled a Dolla & A Dream. video platformvideo managementvideo solutionsfree video player

In honor of the vision of his late mother Dr. Donda West, Kanye West has announced a second “Stay in School” Chicago benefit concert.

The event is sponsored by the Kanye West Foundation (KWF), which was created by Kanye’s mother in 2007.

The main focus of the organization remains fighting against the alarming level of school dropouts around the country.

The concert was originally conceived by David Abrams, a Highland Park High School sophomore in Chicago.

After forming the non-profit organization S.H.O.W. (Students Helping Our World), Abrams reached out to Kanye for assistance in using his music to advocate academic excellence.

The Chicago superstar was more than willing to oblige.

“I have always had the desire to help people and make the world a better place,” Kanye explained to AllHipHop.com in a prepared statement.

KWF CEO Joseph Collins reiterated Kanye’s stance, but emphasized the leadership shown by the Chicago students of S.H.O.W. in bringing the concert to fruition.

“I believe that youth are the music for creating a world filled with harmony. To create such a world, however, we must all do our part. This cause is directly in line with the mission of the KWF,” Collins told AllHipHop.com. “We see this event as a launching pad and long-term effort to help students in school. Immediately upon learning about David Abrams and S.H.O.W, we knew this was a good match. The fact that a young person chose to lead this effort and challenge his peers to do better in school is amazing and exactly what Dr. West envisioned when she and Kanye created this foundation. I believe these efforts directly support the vision Dr. West had for the organization and for America’s children. I see this concert as the seed that will allow us to ‘fulfill a mother’s dream.’”

The event will be taped by the national music network Fuse, and airs sometime this summer.

Kanye West’s 2009 “Stay in School” concert commences June 11 at the historic Chicago Theatre.

Tickets are priced from $49.50 to $500 for VIP privileges, and can be purchased starting this Thursday (May 21) at www.ticketmaster.com.

Miami radio personality/executive DJ Khaled is preparing to work on a new album titled Victory, the follow up to his hit 2008 album We Global.

The creation of the opus is scheduled to begin after the release of Ruthless, the new album from rapper Ace Hood.

As for Victory, Khaled described the release as “something special,” while summing up the album’s guest list in two words: “Be ready.”

“It’s gonna be something new, refreshing, different,” Khaled told AllHipHop.com. “One thing that ain’t gonna change is me reppin’ the people. The thing that I plan to pull off with my album is some ‘How’d he do that.’ Quote yourself as saying ‘Am I really hearing this?’ Saying to yourself ‘Wow. I can’t believe this is being done in an amazing way. I’m about to make the most incredible music that’s ever been made… Right now, I got this vibe going. I’m in a zone, man.”

Khaled’s current mind state is evident in the title of the new album.

The WEDR FM radio personality feels that Victory continues the pattern established on past album titles.

“I made y’all listen on my first album. I let the world know we the best on the second album. And We the Best got so big that we turned into being global. So I let you know we global,” said Khaled. “And now the new album is called Victory. It’s time to celebrate the wins.”

Despite a busy schedule that includes time in the studio and on the radio, DJ Khaled is taking time off to enjoy the Memorial Day weekend in Miami as part of this year’s Best of the Best International Music Festival.

The fifth annual event, which will take place May 24 at Bicentennial Park, will showcase a variety of hip-hop and reggae stars.

In addition to Khaled, performers taking the stage include Rick Ross, Young Jeezy, Bounty Killa, Beenie Man, Mavado, Cocoa Tea, Serani, Wayne Wonder, Elephant Man, Matterhorn, Capleton, Jabba and Ras Penco.

Grammy-winning rapper turned singer T-Pain will host the event.

More than 20,000 people are expected to attend the Best of the Best festival, which Khaled feels will be even better than last year’s event.

“This year is gonna be crazy. Every year has been crazy, but this year is gonna be crazier. We got more artists added to the bill. Jeezy is gonna be there as well as Bounty Killer and Movado … It’s the best of both worlds. It’s the best of Hip-Hop and the best of reggae,” Khaled told AllHipHop.com, while noting how much of a draw the festival’s ability to attract domestic and international fans.

“This year, the hype on it is getting crazy. People from the UK and England and the whole world is flying down. New York. It’s the whole world coming to Miami to be part of the show,” Khaled said.

Gates for the Best of the Best festival will open at 1 p.m.

The event’s first performer will hit the stage at 1:30 p.m.

The Best of the Best International Music Festival official after party will follow at Bongos nightclub and restaurant.