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Damon Dash Hangs Out With Jay Z at Los Angeles Tour Stop
Reunited and it feels so good... again. Jay Z and Damon Dash may be closer to making beautiful music together once more. The pair reunited last night (Dec. 9), along with Dash's daughter, Ava, at Jay's Magna Carta World Tour in Los Angeles.
Kanye West Kicks Fans Out of Washington Concert
Don't mess with Yeezus on stage. Some fans learned this the hard way when they were kicked out of Kanye West's concert recently for throwing business cards during a tour stop on the West Coast.
Game Gets Nelson Mandela Tattoo
Game is putting his love for Nelson Mandela in ink. The rapper got a huge tattoo of the South African freedom fighter on his arm in light of Mandela's death.
Nicki Minaj Celebrates Birthday with ‘Boob Cake’
Cake. Cake. Cake. Nicki Minaj ups the ante for sexy birthday cakes. The rapper celebrated her 31st birthday with an eye-popping cake shaped as a woman's cleavage.
Drake Announces ‘Welcome to the Family’ Collection
Just in time for the holidays, Drake is launching a new holiday collection called Welcome to the Family.
Diddy Mistaken at Art Basel for Kanye West
A case of mistaken identity? Diddy is one of hip-hop's biggest names but he was mistaken for another superstar this week at Miami's Art Basel. PageSix shares that the Bad Boy honcho was confused for none other than Kanye West!
Kendrick Lamar Urges Fans to Research Nelson Mandela
Hip-hop is mourning the passing of freedom fighter Nelson Mandela. In light of the South African leader's death yesterday, Kendrick Lamar urges his fans to learn about him.
Eminem Featured in 56th Annual Grammy Awards Commercial
Get ready for the the 56th Annual Grammy Awards with Eminem. The rap star is getting fans ready for "music's biggest night" with a new teaser featuring his song 'Berzerk.'
Kanye West and Kim Kardashian Are Planning Lavish Wedding in France
Is this hip-hop's royal wedding? Kanye West and Kim Kardashian are reportedly planning a lavish wedding at the Palace of Versailles in France.
Beyonce Makes Kevin Hart ‘Faint’ During Los Angeles Concert
The BeyHive just got a new fan. Beyonce's amazing live show in Los Angeles last night (Dec. 3) wowed comedian Kevin Hart so much that he fainted -- well, in his mind at least.
Kanye West and Kim Kardashian’s Wedding to Be Televised?
Set your DVRs. Rumor has it that Kanye West and Kim Kardashian's marriage ceremony may be televised.
Beyonce Rocks Jay Z’s Barneys Collection
Beyonce is standing by her man. Amid controversy around Jay Z's Barneys New York holiday collection, the singer was seen rocking several pieces from the pricey store.
Chris Brown Sentenced to 90 Days in Rehab
Chris Brown can't seem to catch a break. The controversial singer was sentenced to 90 days in rehab by a judge in Los Angeles today.
Jeezy Signs to Roc Nation
Roc Nation is definitely gunning to be hip-hop's biggest management firm. Young Jeezy is the latest artist to sign with the multi-service powerhouse founded by Jay Z.
A$AP Rocky Weighs In on Trinidad James’ New York Rap Rant
Is the South really running this rap game? If you ask A$AP Rocky, it's really not that deep.
Macklemore Chills in a Trash Can With Oscar the Grouch on ‘Sesame Street’
Macklemore may have a new address on 'Sesame Street.' The Seattle rapper was recently spotted hanging out with none other than Oscar the Grouch.
Kendrick Lamar Lands Cover of GQ’s ‘Men of the Year’ Issue
Kendrick Lamar is sitting at the top of rap in GQ's 'Men of the Year' issue.
Bruno Mars Offered Over $1 Million to Perform at Bat Mitzvah
Bruno Mars is about to have a very big pay day. The 'Unorthodox Jukebox' singer is being paid over $1 million to perform at a bat mitzvah.
Migos Freestyle Over Drake’s ‘Pound Cake’
Migos burst onto the scene with their catchy track 'Versace,' which was given a major boost when Drake hopped on the remix. The Atlanta collective keeps their buzz going by freestyling over the Toronto native's 'Pound Cake.'
Nicki Minaj Teases ‘New Sound’ on Third Album
She might be keeping it on the low, but Nicki Minaj is quietly working on her new album. The multi-talented Barb speaks with MTV about the "new sound" we can expect from her forthcoming solo effort.
Eminem Teams Up with Iron Man for Marvel Comics
What happens when a rap hero teams up with a superhero? Eminem joins forces with none other than Marvel's Iron Man in a new comic book.
Lil Scrappy Signs New Record Deal, ‘Reparations’ Album on the Way
He might be a reality show star on 'Love & Hip-Hop: Atlanta,' but Lil Scrappy is returning to music in a big way with a new album and record deal.
Wiz Khalifa Joins Curren$y and Smoke DZA for ‘Legends in the Making (Ashtray Pt. 2)’
Stoners rejoice! Wiz Khalifa joins Curren$y and Smoke DZA for a new weed-inspired track, 'Legends in the Making (Ashtray Pt. 2).'
Drake’s ‘Nothing Was the Same’ Goes Platinum
Drake's got another hit album on his hands as his 'Nothing Was The Same' has officially gone platinum.
Drake Sells Condo for $3.75 Million
Hold on we're going home. Drake has sold his Toronto condo for a cool $3.75 million.
Tyga Becomes a Vampire in ‘Throw It Up’ Video
Halloween may be over, but Tyga is still in the creepy spirit. The YMCMB rapper releases his dark 'Throw It Up' video today.
DMX Plans a Robbery With Apple Founder Steve Wozniak
DMX has the strangest friends. The rapper and Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak recently shared an awkwardly hilarious social moment and it was all caught on video.
2 Chainz Breaks Down Origins of Trapping
Where did trapping come from? If you ask 2 Chainz, it all started in the A.
Pharrell to Score ‘The Amazing Spider-Man 2′
Pharrell is a man of many talents. The producer, artist and fashion maven is adding to his list of credits by scoring the new 'Spider-Man' movie.
Jay Z Urged to Cut Ties With Barneys New York After Racial Profiling Continues
Jay Z is caught in a heated controversy about his relationship with luxury retailer Barneys New York after allegations of racial profiling.