With President Barack Obama as inspiration, Fonzworth Bentley is playing a more active role in the second season of his hit MTV reality show From G’s to Gents.   Bentley’s investment in the series as a co-producer is one that relies on reinforcing its ability to present more options for those on the verge of […]

In the tradition of supplying wacky Super Bowl ads, Cash4Gold.com is purchasing advertising time for a commercial featuring former NBC late night host Ed McMahon and early 90s Hip-Hop star MC Hammer.   Cash4Gold.com is currently recognized as America’s top purchaser of precious metals. The organization sees its profits from buying the platinum, gold, and […]

Following a perceived subliminal diss in the Rick Ross track “Mafia Music,” mogul 50 Cent has decided to strike back at the Miami rapper.   Last night 50’s diss track “Try Me,” which exacerbates questions on Ross’ credibility as a previously employed corrections officer, hit the Internet.   In the song, 50 raps:   “Officer […]

With a new “Teen Service Announcement,” multi-platinum rapper Ludacris has become one of the first celebrities to show support for Best Buy’s new teen-led social change platform, @15.   The new spot debuted online yesterday (January 28) at www.at15.org.   The @15 platform was devised by Best Buy to give teens a voice while giving […]

Yonkers, New York based rap star Jadakiss is gearing up to satisfy fans who have wondered about the status of his forthcoming album, The Last Kiss.   The rapper recently took time out from recording The Last Kiss to preview 14 songs slated for the Roc-A-Fella/Def Jam release.   Among those contributing to the album […]

As the release date approaches for his much delayed 4th LP Before I Self-Destruct, mogul 50 Cent has plans to diversify his multi-million dollar portfolio with a new dietary supplement.   In 2007, 50 first spoke of the possible business venture, stating his interest at that time stemmed from an upcoming role as a boxer […]

The Wu-Tang Clan’s Masta Killa has become the latest artist to be recruited by peta2 in their efforts to encourage teens to adopt a vegetarian lifestyle.   The rapper has recorded a new PSA for the organization, sharing his experience with the lifestyle, which he adopted 13-years-ago.   In an exclusive interview for peta2, Masta […]

The Reverend Al Sharpton will join the families of two slain teenagers during an launching a nationwide drive against the “Stop Snitching” culture.   Rev. Sharpton, President of National Action Network, will appear with Bishop Victory Curry and Rev. Gaston Smith at Friendship MBC.   Additionally, Sharpton will add to the reward fund that has […]

Undeterred by a previous lawsuit dismissal, Hip-Hop entrepreneur Ronald Bookman is again pursuing legal action against Rap-A-Lot CEO J Prince for an alleged 2007 assault and extortion plot.   In the new lawsuit filed on Monday (January 26), Bookman claims that J Prince, real name James Prince, sought to coerce majority ownership of the plaintiff’s […]

The week is only halfway over, but it’s already been a big one career-wise for rapper/producer Ron Browz.   The latest artist to find success with the autotune phenomenon, Browz has topped a Billboard chart for the first time in his career as a rapper.   “Pop Champagne,” the infectious urban-pop hit that is set […]

Almost 2 years after his untimely death, Pimp C will receive a musical sendoff via the release of UGK’s final studio album.   Entitled UGK 4 Life, surviving member Bun B is crafting the LP as a work that culminates not only UGK’s 20 plus year history, but also the life of Chad Butler, known […]

Queens, New York rapper Ja Rule will export his brand of Hip-Hop to Europe next month with high profile performances in Latvia and Romania.   The rapper will appear in Riga during a stop in the Baltic State of Latvia, on February 5.   Ja Rule, born Jeffery Atkins, will perform at Essential night club, […]

The American Basketball Association’s College Park Spyders is promising fans an exciting debut year, with the addition of AND1 superstar Phillip “Hot Sauce” Champion to the expansion team’s roster.   The Spyders, which joined the ABA in December, made the announcement today with team president Duane “Spyder-D” Hughes comparing the acquisition to a previous high-profile […]

Chicago rapper Lupe Fiasco was one of seven winners of USA Network’s first ever Character Approved Awards. The network chose seven artists based on their “cultural impact, legacy and persona.” Lupe Fiasco was honored with an award for Music, Wikipedia founder Jimmy Wales was honored for his role in the New Media/Technology field, David Chang […]

Barack Obama may face many challenges as the country’s newest President, but LL Cool J has a bit of advice for the new Commander in Chief.   In an open letter to Obama, the rap icon congratulates the politician on attaining his new position while acknowledging the tough road that lies ahead.   “The next […]

Effective today (January 27), independent powerhouse Koch Records will now be known as E1 Music.   The initiative comes directly from parent company E1 Entertainment, in a concerted effort to merge their portfolio of over 100 global subsidiaries under one umbrella.   The company’s urban division will remain in New York City, while the main […]

Atlanta rapper Rocko has been sentenced to 48 hours in prison after he pleaded no contest to striking a woman during an altercation in February of 2007.   Rocko pleaded no contest to battery charges during the incident, in which he struck the woman, causing injuries and contusions to her face and eyes.   Rocko, […]

The Miami/Liberty City Hip-Hop community remains in shock following a Friday night shooting spree that’s left 2 teenagers dead and 7 people wounded.   Miami authorities are continuing a search for at least one masked man who used an AK-47 assault rifle on bystanders at a Liberty City grocery store on January 23.   Eyewitness […]

A Representative for Lil Kim has dismissed recent reports that claim the rapper wanted a Latina actress to play her in the movie Notorious.   Reports stated that Lil Kim was unhappy with Naturi Naughton’s portrayal of her in the movie Notorious and that she really wanted Christina Milian to play the role.   While […]

Former Public Enemy hypeman turned reality TV star Flavor Flav, and director Deon Taylor have confirmed an agreement to continue their BET movie Nite Tales as an anthology TV series.   The original movie aired on BET this past Halloween and is currently set for a DVD release on February 3.   Speaking with the […]