Auto-Tune Creators Use Jay-Z To Hawk New Product

Instead of scrambling to dismiss Jay-Z’s claims on “Death of AutoTune,” the technology’s creator Antares Audio is using the superstar’s stance for product advertisement.   Dubbed the “next generation” of professional pitch correction, Antares Audio has created Auto-Tune Evo.   The new technology immediately deciphers the pitch of any inputted information, and finds the closest […]

Drake Signs With Young Money

Rapper Drake has officially signed with Young Money, the label founded by rapper Lil Wayne, according to anonymous sources. Drake, a native of Canada, has been affiliated with Lil Wayne since he emerged on the scene and has released a pair of mixtapes that have been heavily downloaded. “Today is a definitely a comfortable day for […]

Slum Village Addresses Charles Hamilton; New Album ‘Villa Manifesto’

A desperate need for attention. That’s the conclusion reached by Slum Village member T3 concerning the controversy involving rapper Charles Hamilton.   The Harlem entertainer has drawn the ire of Detroit rap fans after mentioning producer/rapper Jay Dee as an executive producer on his recently released debut album This Perfect Life.   News of the […]

Foxy Brown Blasts NY Post; Claims Paper Is Attacking Hip-Hop

Foxy Brown is defending herself over reports that she received preferential treatment while serving a nine month prison sentence at Riker’s Island.   According to the NY Post, Foxy (Inga Marchand) had prison officials acting like “fawning valets,” allowing her unlimited TV/phone use, makeup accessories, luxury clothing, and outside meals.   Brown was released last […]