ABC’s investigative news show “Prime Time” reported the present status of John Forte, a rapper serving 14 mandatory years in jail on drug charges. A first-time offender, Forte is trying to ease his lengthy sentence, a weighty endeavor under the current legal system. However, the rapper stated that his optimism of getting out keeps him […]

Nas, who lyrically attacked basketball superstar Kobe Bryant among others in his song “These Are Our Heroes (Coon Picnic),” appeared on ESPN’s Sportscenter to share his thoughts on the Los Angeles Lakers forward. Nas addressed Bryant’s rape allegations, which were recently dismissed in court, as well as Bryant’s blemished character in “These Are Our Heroes” […]

Tupac Shakur’s seventh posthumous release, Loyal to the Game, debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Charts Wednesday (Dec. 22), making the album Pac’s third chart-topper since his murder in 1996. Loyal to the Game (Amaru/Interscope), a compilation of Pac’s unreleased vocal tracks over new production, sold 330,000 units in the week ending Friday (Dec. […]

As she was trying to spread some holiday cheer, Terror Squadian Remy Martin was involved in a traffic accident that required that the Bronx native be admitted to a New York Hospital, her representatives have revealed. Manager Shonte Armstrong explained that Rem was recovering from the crash that wrecked the female lyricist’s BMW 645i. “Early […]

UK newspaper The Guardian named rapper Estelle along side various global women personalities as Women of the Year. “A few years ago she was depressed and penniless, unable to break through the underground garage scene, but she listened to her mum and kept going,” the Guardian said. “And now we bow down to this year’s […]

Former South African President Nelson Mandela has announced that he will host the annual “46664” concert, to help battle the AIDS pandemic on the continent. The second 46664 concert will take place at the Fancourt Hotel and Country Club Estate on March 19, 2005. The concert is being funded by philanthropist Professor Dr. Hasso Plattner, […]

Snoop Dogg has reportedly sued a woman and her legal team for attempting to extort $5 million from the rapper in exchange for concealing an alleged assault against the woman at a show last year, according to a lawsuit filed in Superior Court on Dec. 10. The lawsuit alleged that the defendant, identified as “Jane […]

The Black Eyed Peas will be featured in the CBS television special, "Home for the Holidays." The show, which will be hosted by actor Jamie Foxx, also features Ashlee Simpson, Rod Stewart, Kenny G., Chaka Khan and others. The special highlights true stories about adoption and airs tomorrow (Dec. 22) at 8 p.m. ET. Los […]

G-Unit’s 50 Cent appeared in court to issue official statements for a civil suit, stemming from an incident with New York Post photographer James Alcorn, who claimed that 50’s entourage assaulted him last year. Alcorn is reportedly suing 50, born Curtis Jackson for $21 million, alleging that the rapper appointed seven unidentified men to physically […]

In an interview with Angie Martinez of Hot 97, mogul Dame Dash clarified the situation with Roc-A-Fella Records. With reservation, Dash divulged that former partner Jay-Z now owns the name Roc-A-Fella while he and partner “Biggs” Burke would continue with a new recording situation. “The Roc is in the building. It’s just not Roc-A-Fella I’m […]

G Unit rapper Young Buck was charged with assault with a deadly weapon today (Dec. 20) for allegedly stabbing a man at the second annual VIBE Awards taping in a Santa Monica Airport hangar Nov. 15. Buck’s arraignment is scheduled for Jan. 14 at the Airport Branch Courthouse in Los Angeles, according to court officials. […]

Veteran Queesbridge MC Cormega is gearing up for a monumental 2005. Opening the year will be the release of The Testament, an album that sat on Def Jam’s shelves for five plus years. Following, Cormega will release his third independent album following two critically acclaimed and high-selling releases. For those who haven’t had the luxury […]

Tonight (Dec. 20), DJ Green Lantern will host “The Invasion,” the first major performance for The Game of G-Unit/ Aftermath at Club Exit in New York City. The event also features the likes of Immortal Technique, Stat Quo, Bobby & Jabba, Cipha Sounds and surprise guests, which Green wasn’t able to reveal. “It’s gonna be […]

Ol’ Dirty Bastard’s camp has vehemently refuted an eBay auction that claimed to have footage of the late rapper’s final concert before his death. ODB’s manager Jared Weisfeld said the eBay listing, which advertised a DVD with alleged footage of ODB, born Russell Jones, performing on stage under the influence of drugs, is completely fabricated. […]

Chauncey Dillon was sentenced to 30 years to life yesterday (Dec. 17) for allegedly assaulting Dip Set rapper Freaky Zeeky and murdering Zeeky’s friend during a shoot-out in Manhattan last year. The early morning shoot-out (April 24) allegedly began when a driver rear-ended Zeeky’s Jeep Cherokee, according to trial testimony. The drivers involved left their […]

Robert “Screw” Montanez, road manager for R&B singer Akon was shot to death outside of a New Jersey bar on Wednesday (December 15th), after preventing a man from robbing rapper Capone of Capone-N-Noreaga of his jewelry. Montanez was with Akon and Capone at the Ringside Bar in Jersey City, New Jersey, taping a promotion featuring […]

DMX was arrested and charged with driving violations, after police allegedly caught the rapper speeding and driving with a suspended license. On Wednesday, a New York State Trooper allegedly clocked DMX driving over 100 mph in a 65 mph zone while the rapper was traveling on Interstate 684 in Westchester County. DMX’s license had been […]

Footage of Ol’ Dirty Bastard’s final concert before his untimely death was recently sold on EBAY with a final selling price of $100,000, according to the Internet auction site. Approximately 30 to 40 minutes of ODB’s performance on November 11 at the Aggie Theater in Ft. Collins, Colorado was allegedly filmed two days before the […]

For the last two years, Jae Millz has built-up a reputation for being one of the most sought-after New York battle rappers, but the 23-year-old rapper has signed with Universal Records in deal that will hopefully bring his dreams to life. Millz said the album in progress might not be the work that many are […]