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Chris Brown Gives Girlfriend Karrueche Tran a Diamond Ring
Are wedding bells in the future for Chris Brown and girlfriend Karrueche Tran? Well, maybe. But for right now, their relationship seems to be blossoming lovely right before our eyes. It also appears that Breezy has bought his boo a sparkling two-band diamond ring.
Go Behind the Scenes of Usher’s ‘Fuerza Bruta’ Rehearsals
Last April, Usher wowed audiences with his aerial performance during his one-day run in the off-Broadway production of ‘Fuerza Bruta: Look Up.’ The singer got his jog on as he played the show’s lead actor the “Running Man” and featured songs from his upcoming album ‘Looking 4 Myself’ (due June 12).
Jay-Z Talks Nets ‘Classic’ Logo
When the Brooklyn Nets unveiled in April their black-and-white logo, which was approved by part owner Jay-Z, it drew a wide range of reactions. Particularly, from New York Post sports columnist Phil Mushnick who felt Jay was “urbanizing” the basketball team.
Jay-Z + Kanye West to Host $600,000 Lavish Party in London
When Jay-Z and Kanye West do it big, they do it really big. According to the Evening Standard, the ‘Watch the Throne’ duo will host a posh shindig in London on Friday to celebrate their joint five-night concert residency at the O2 Arena.
Jordin Sparks + John Legend to Perform Tribute to Whitney Houston at 2012 Billboard Music Awards
Whitney Houston will be saluted posthumously with the Billboard Millennium Award at the 2012 Billboard Music Awards. Along with the honor, chart-topping artists Jordin Sparks and John Legend will perform songs in memory the late pop icon who passed away in February.
Houston’s daughter Bobbi Kristina and sister-in-law and former manager Pat Houston will be on hand to accept the award for Nippy.
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See Photos from Chris Brown’s ‘Don’t Wake Me Up’ Video Shoot
Chris Brown appears topless like his vintage car in his new video for ‘Don’t Wake Me Up.’ The dance-floor thumper, produced by Benny Benassi and Free School, will appear on the singer’s new album ‘Fortune’ (due July 3). Breezy posted several pics from the video set on his Twitter account, much to his followers’ delight.
Russell Simmons on Rihanna Backlash: Get Off Her Jock
Russell Simmons has come to the defense of Rihanna after a couple of artists threw subliminal shots at her for her alleged promiscuity. Chris Brown released a speculative diss track against RiRi, which found him accusing one of exes of sleeping around. And Drake may have thrown the singer under the bus on ‘No Lie,’ his song with 2 Chainz.
Jay-Z Supports President Obama’s Gay Marriage Stance
Jay-Z is backing President Barack Obama’s recent endorsement of gay marriage. During a recent interview with CNN, the rap executive felt that POTUS’s announcement of support for states to legalize same-sex marriage was the right thing to do.
Jay-Z to Host + Curate ‘Made in America’ Festival in Philadelphia
Jay-Z is showing some brotherly love to the city of Philadelphia with a two-day music extravaganza on Labor Day Weekend. The rap mogul announced today (May 14) that he is hosting and curating ‘Budweiser Made in America’ concerts at Ben Franklin Parkway in Fairmount Park on Sept. 1 and Sept. 2.
Beyonce Pens Mama’s Day Letter to Her Mother
Beyonce is most likely spending her first Mother’s Day with her mom, Tina Knowles, plus new daughter Blue Ivy and her sister Solange, who’s a mother herself. The R&B queen penned a heartfelt letter to her mom, which can be read on her official website.
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Big Sean To Become Principal For a Day at Lincoln High School
Good attendance brings G.O.O.D. Music for a Detroit-area high school. Rapper Big Sean will return to his hometown and visit Lincoln High School on Monday (May 14) to serve as their “Principal for the Day.” The school won the “Get Schooled” contest for increasing their attendance record by nearly 9 percent during the school year.
Kim Kardashian’s Ex-Husband Kris Humphries Throws Shots At Kanye West In Skit
Every since Kim Kardashian and Kris Humphries filed for divorce after 72 days of marriage, they have been scrutinized heavily by the media. But Humphries probably got the ultimate put-down when Kanye West mentioned him in his rhyme on ‘Way Too Cold.’
2 Chainz Clarifies G.O.O.D Music Tweet By Kanye West
The Twitter-verse was atwitter on Friday night (May 11) when Kanye West tweeted, “2 Chainz is charging 100k for a verse now cause he’s G.O.O.D!!!!!!” It’s no secret that 2 Chainz and Yeezy have been working closely together but does it mean that the Atlanta rapper is an official member of the G.O.O.D. Music family?
Did Kanye West Write a Song About Marrying Kim Kardashian?
It looks like Kanye West has truly fallen for his gal pal Kim Kardashian. According to Us Weekly, Yeezy has recorded a song that suggest that he and Kimmy maybe getting hitched one day.
Nicki Minaj Says She’s Doesn’t Use Sex to Sell Records
Nicki Minaj is pushing back claims that she uses her sex appeal to boost album sales. Despite flaunting her bodacious frame in her videos like ‘Starships‘ and ‘Beez in the Trap,’ the rapstress insists that her platform is not all about sex.
Eminem Is Back in the Studio, ‘Southpaw’ Movie on Hold
Eminem has remain relatively quiet in the past couple of months and with good reason. The Detroit rhyme-slinger is back in the studio working on his eighth album. His last effort, ‘Recovery’, dropped in 2010 and has sold 5.7 million copies worldwide.
Rita Ora Denies She’s Dating Drake
Rita Ora has squashed the rumors that she and Drake are dating. The 21-year-old songbird insists that she and the Young Money rapper are good friends and there’s no hanky panky going on. However, Drake did pen her latest single ‘R.I.P.,’ but their relationship didn’t go beyond the studio.
‘VH1 Divas’ To Honor Whitney Houston
Whitney Houston will be saluted at this year’s ‘VH1 Divas’ special, according to Billboard. The tribute show is scheduled to be taped in December in Los Angeles. Houston’s former musical director Rickey Minor will executive produced the event.
Drake Kicks Off Club Paradise Tour With All-Star Roster
Drake launched the second leg of his Club Paradise Tour in Concord, Calif., Monday night (May 7), this time bringing several guests along, including 2 Chainz, French Montana, Waka Flocka Flame and Meek Mill. Undoubtedly, with so many top-notch rappers on the bill, this was “paradise” for many rap fans waiting to see a good hip-hop show.
Jay-Z Predicts Blue Ivy Will Be Spoiled + Beyonce Will Teach Daughter "Inner Beauty"
Jay-Z is enjoying fatherhood, however, he seems a little worried that his four-month-old daughter Blue Ivy, may grow up to be a little diva. During his appearance on ‘Oprah’s Master Class: Special Edition,’ the ‘Watch the Throne’ rapper spoke candidly about his parenting style.
Tyga Travels Back to 1988 in ‘Still Got It’ Video Featuring Drake
Tyga is kicking it old school in his new video for ‘Still Got It,’ which is from his latest album ‘Careless World: Rise Of The Last King.’ If you’re an ’80s baby, this clip will bring back memories of when door-knocker earrings, brick-sized cell phones and Coca-Cola shirts were all the rage.
Want to Open for Drake’s Club Paradise Tour?
Can you rock the mic and move the crowd? If so, then Drake is looking for you. The Young Money superstar has launched a contest to give an up-and-coming artist a chance to open for him on his Club Paradise Tour.
Check Out Jay-Z’s Performance of Beastie Boys’ ‘No Sleep Till Brooklyn’
There are a lot of Beastie Boys tributes on the Internet following the death of Adam ‘MCA’ Yauch, but a Jay-Z performance of a Beasties classic has resonated with some devotees. Gawker highlighted the clip on their website so we figured you guys would like to “Ch-Check It Out” (see what we did there?).
Jay-Z Target of Racist Comments From New York Post Writer
The New York Post has published a rather disturbing column from sports writer Phil Mushnick about the “urban” branding of the Brooklyn Nets, in which Jay-Z is a co-owner of the basketball franchise.
Rick Ross Announces Maybach Music Group Summer Releases + Signs Omarion to Label
This summer it’s all about the Boss — Rick Ross.
The Miami rapper held a press conference on Wednesday (May 2) to update the media about the upcoming new releases on his celebrated rap label Maybach Music Group (MMG).
Nicki Minaj’s Pepsi Ad to Drop on Monday
Get ready to go pop Barbz! Soda pop, that is. Nicki Minaj‘s new commercial for Pepsi is set to premiere on Monday (May 7), according to reps for the soda giant (via AllHipHop.com). The ad, called ‘Now in the Moment,’ features a new remix of her anthemic hit ‘Moment 4 Life.’
Birdman + Cash Money to Hit Big Screen
After conquering the music game, Cash Money CEO Birdman is now ready to invade Hollywood. The tattooed-heavy executive revealed to XXL that he plans to launch Cash Money Films this year. Among the projects in development includes a headlining movie for Omar Epps (of ‘House’ fame) and a Young Money-starring flick called ‘Rich Gang.’
Rihanna Ousted From ‘Fast & Furious’ Role by a ‘Hobbit’
Contrary to reports, Rihanna is not going to star as “a sexy bad girl” in the sixth installment of the ‘Fast & Furious’ franchise. Her publicist told MTV News, “As far as I’m aware this is not true.” However, several actors are in the running to play the villain in Justin Lin’s ‘Fast Six’ project.
Sean Kingston Shoots Video For ‘Back 2 Life’ Single With T.I.
It looks like Sean Kingston is ready to get back to music and he’s enlisted the King of the South to help him with his comeback.
Waka Flocka Flame Excited to Be Part of Drake’s Club Paradise Tour
Waka Flocka Flame is ready to go hard in the paint for his homie Drake. The Atlanta rhyme-slinger is part of an all-star bill on the Young Money superstar’s Club Paradise Tour, which kicks off its second leg next month.