(AllHipHop News) UGK’s Bun B. has officially joined the teaching staff at Rice University in Houston, Texas. Bun B. has been enlisted to teach a course on Hip-Hop and religion at the University. The teaching job was set up by the H.E.R.E. Project (Houston Enriches Rice Education). “We’ll discuss the history of rap music and find the different parallels and correlations between religion and hip-hop,” Bun B. told NPR. “People will be surprised at how many instances there are. Just the Five-Percent Nation’s presence in hip hop alone during the late ’80s and early ’90s — we could teach for days just on that. And other different things — we have Jewish rappers now. Bun B. will start teaching at Rice University in the Spring of 2011. Hip-Hop groupie Katt Stacks may not have any regrets for exposing her numerous conquests, but she does feel bad about calling out Soulja Boy and accusing the Atlanta rapper of using cocaine. In a new interview with Vibe magazine, Katt discusses a variety of subjects, from her pimp, to her drinking habits, as well as her time as a real prostitute earning thousands. But when the subject of Soulja Boy came up, Katt Stacks revealed that she apologized to the rapper. “I don’t regret any of the things I’ve done to the people I exposed… except for Soulja Boy,” Katt Stacks stated. “We were actually good friends and we just had one misunderstanding and lack of communication that day when I put the video out. I did it out of being angry that day instead of thinking of what we had in the past. I apologized to him and we’re friends now, we squashed beef. It’s not the same relationship as before, but we’re still cool.”Rapper/model Lola “Luv” Monroe has replied to reports by MediaTakeOut.com that claimed she was broke and living in Baltimore, with rising fellow rapper, Los. According to Lola’s attorney Paul W. Gardner, replied to the “vicious rumors of homelessness and financial despair. “MediaTakeout.com has a history of erroneous reporting and the story which hit this week continues that trend,” Paul W. Gardner said in a statement released today (October 21st). Previous rumored reports regarding my client have been posted on this website and were found to be untrue. Enough, is enough. Any further attempts to discredit Ms. Monroe will be met with additional legal review.”

(AllHipHop News) Joe Jackson, the father of Michael Jackson and his family of legendary singers, has taken a new Hip-Hop/Rock group under his wing. The Jackson family head is now helping guide the careers of The Rebellion, a five-piece, multi-cultural band that fuses rock music with Hip-Hop music and cites The Beatles, Prince, Run-DMC and others as influences. The group, which currently has a single out titled “Grown N Sexy” featuring Miami rap star Trina, is planning to release their debut album The Gate: 11:11 before the end of 2010. “The Gate 11:11,” holds significant meaning because “11:11” is when we are all one. The numbers in it are symbolic. Everyday at that time everyone is suppose to remind themselves we are all one—to express to those around them love at that moment in time,” band member Angelikenesis said.This Friday (October 22nd) at 10:00 AM, Joe Jackson and The Rebellion will make an exclusive appearance on AllHipHopRadio with studio host Will 2 B., where they will discuss their new music, upcoming plans and their relationship with Joe Jackson. To ask The Rebellion and Joe Jackson questions during their live interview, visit www.facebook.com/allhiphopradio or on Twitter at @AHH_Radio or @allhiphopcom. In related news, Joe Jackson is suing Dr. Conrad Murray for $10-$500 million dollars, for his alleged role in the death of Michael Jackson.

(AllHipHop News) The director for Willow Smith’s latest video “Whip My Hair” believes the 9-year-old singer will make a major impact on the world’s of music and fashion. Ray Kay was the eye behind the camera for Willow’s video, which debuted on the Internet on Monday. Last month, the child prodigy, who is the daughter of actor/rapper Will Smith, inked a deal with Jay-Z’s Roc Nation label.“I’m so excited to see all the buzz about this video on the web. Willow really deserves this, she’s a superstar already. The video will surely be considered a classic a few years from now.”In addition to Willow Smith’s “Whip My Hair” video, Ray Kay has shot videos for Beyonce, Diddy, Ciara, Lady Gaga, Enrique Iglesias, Ghostface and others. “I think we managed to create a fresh expression using Willow’s amazing energy, a positive and inspiring concept, and mixing the colors of the sets with Willow’s fashion, which consisted of custom-made clothing and exclusive One Z jumpsuits from California Christiania Republic,” added Ray Kay. “She’s a trendsetter already and I’m sure others will be copying her style soon!””Whip My Hair” will be featured on Willow Smith’s upcoming debut album, which has no release date as of press time.

(AllHipHop News) T.I. may be heading to prison for the next 11 months, but that has not stopped an angry promoter for suing the rap star over a canceled “Welcome Home” concert. Carl D. Davis filed a lawsuit against T.I. in the United States District Court for the Southern Division of Alabama on October 18th,  Davis claims he was supposed to host T.I.’s first “Welcome Back Party” which was supposed to be held at the Birmingham Jefferson Coliseum on May 28th, 2010. According to Davis’ lawsuit, he flew to Atlanta and gave over $80,000 to representatives for T.I. to confirm his performance. Things began to sour when T.I. allegedly hit local radio station 95.7 FM and stated that he would host the party, but not perform. T.I.’s announcement allegedly caused many fans to question the validity of the concert, resulting in an extreme amount of stress on Davis, who was ultimately hospitalized over the ordeal. “Coupled with his financial expenditures since the inception of the agreement, Davis began to experience heavy stress, suffer chest pains, nausea, emotional distress and hospitalization because of the vast amount of investments he made,” Davis’ lawyer claims in the lawsuit.According to Davis, he lost over $340,000, which was his entire life savings and is suing the rapper to recover some of his money.

(AllHipHop News) Rihanna has joined Jay-Z’s Roc Nation, the management arm of his business empire.

Rihanna made the announcement to the Associated Press and said that she was elated to make the change in management.

“[I’m] so excited to take this next step in my career,” Rihanna told the AP in a statement.

Jay-Z signed her to Def Jam and served as a mentor to her early in her music career.

Since, she has evolved into one of the biggest names in music and entertainment.

Rihanna also said that she’s starting Rihanna Entertainment to “merge all of her businesses, including music, film, fragrance, fashion and book ventures.”

The switch in management comes as her Loud LP is slated to release on November 12.

(AllHipHop News) Lil Scrappy has had a successful 2010 courtesy of his work with Ludacris. But the DTP member is looking to re-establish his solo career by utilizing the crunk style that initially brought him to prominence.

Last month, Scrappy appeared in Ludacris’ video for “Everybody Drunk,” off the gold-selling Battle of the Sexes. For Scrappy, who last year was rebuilding his name on the independent scene, being featured on a successful commercial project has been a blessing.

“It’s real good. Me and him just put a record out that done went 8 million views on the internet,” Scrappy told AllHipHop.com. “We’ve been doing shows and just putting a buzz together so people can see it and put the visuals together. DTP, Def Jam, G’$ Up, we’re all doing good right now.”

Even with Ludacris’ album being several months old, the DTP leader has been a topic of conversation courtesy of two controversial emcee lists from BET and MTV. The former placed him as #7 on of their Top Rappers of the 21st Century list. MTV, who will reveal their entire Hottest MCs In the Game list this weekend, positioned Ludacris at the #10 spot.

Having worked closely with Ludacris, 50 Cent and Lil Jon, Lil Scrappy praised Luda as the most creative artist out of that trio.

“Same work ethic, they all like to work,” Scrappy detailed. “I’d say Luda is a more creative type person, because he goes overboard. I’m like I can’t say nothing like that, I’m too street. [laughs] I’ll let him say that, but everything is good.”

Fellow Atlanta rapper Waka Flocka Flame’s debut album, Flockaveli, hit the Billboard chart last week at #6. With the popularity of Waka’s singles “O Let’s Do It” and “Hard in da Paint,” Lil Scrappy believes the Hip-Hop scene is receptive again to the sound of his previous hits like “Head Bussa” and “No Problem.”

“I’m definitely back on it,” he affirmed. “I’m back on my old style, because my old style is what birthed the A into what it is now. It went from Outkast to trickling on down to where it is now. I’m just trying to keep it moving.”