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First Diggy Simmons, then OMG. Now Jaden Smith has thrown his name into the hat as he follows his father’s steps to the mic. Peep “lil” Will Smith assisting Justin Bieber on the “Never Say Never” from the upcoming remake of “The Karate Kid.” Jaden will play a new age “Daniel Son” named “Dre Parker […]

Receiving placement as part of the Freshman Class 2010 has only served as further validation of Wiz Khalifa‘s grind in music. With his most recent mixtape Kush & OJ still making its rounds, the rapper takes his tour footage in preparing his next visual “Goodbye” from his 2009 album Deal Or No Deal. “All I […]

With the onslaught of releases that have dropped recently, Memorial Day weekend could become the most anticipated holiday when it comes to Hip-Hop music. Standing at the forefront of Slaughterhouse, Royce Da 5’9″ presents the latest installment to his Bar Exam series with The Bar Exam 3, hosted by DJ Whoo Kid. Featuring verses from […]

With the anniversary of Michael Jackson’s death approaching, it seems as if the inheritance that his three children will receive has been revealed. According to News Of The World, Prince, 13, Paris, 12, and Blanket, 8, will each receive $33-million dollars. Knowing well that his children would have to endure vultures and skeptical characters out […]

A new movie documenting the life of Tupac Shakur is set to be made later this year. Antoine Fuqua, the famed director of “Training Day”, is confirming that his next film will be a biopic on the late rap legend. Fuqua broke the news to Digital Spy and says

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As Uncle Luke faced scrutiny and court appearances for the lewd language and alleged nature of his group, 2 Live Crew, his problems at home are becoming something that require more attention. The daughter of Luke, legally Luther Campbell, who was featured on his reality show Luke’s Parental Advisory, is looking to get her own […]

Check Out The Latest Hot New Music On This Week’s  Hip-Hop Wired Mixtape. New Tracks from The Cool Kids, Styles P, Royca Da  5’9,  T.I., Killer Mike, and new comers Ab-Soul and Lo Smooth. Here’s a taste: Killer Mike feat. T.I. – “Ready, Set, Go” Ab-Soul – “Life Is Crazy” Listen To The Wired Mixtape […]

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“It’s sad y’all believe anything y’all hear & see on the internet.. Especially from someone as credible as Kat Stacks *Smh*” With the recent slapping of Kat Stacks drawing unnecessary attention and creating accusations, Fabolous has stepped forward to clear the air on his involvement in the incident. Although the man behind the assault, reported […]

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Ali “Ollie” Woodson, a former lead singer of The Temptations, died Sunday in California. Woodson, 58, had been battling cancer. The one-time frontman of the legendary group sang lead on such R&B classics as “Treat Her Like A Lady” and was the prominent voice of the group during the 80’s and 90’s. R.I.P. “Ollie”

Although DMX was denied the opportunity to confront his battle with addiction and seek help, the same can’t be said for Bizzy Bone. Admitting to his constant struggle with alcohol and drug abuse, the rapper has taken charge and is set to receive rehab on Celebrity Rehab With Dr. Dre. Hearing the news of his […]

Bill Maher recently made some jokes about President Obama not acting like a “Black” president on his HBO show. Maher stated, “I thought when we elected a Black president, we were going to get a Black president. You know, this  is where I want a real black president. I want him in a meeting with […]

As Memorial Day weekend continues another video from Lil Wayne has surfaced. This time with the help of his Harajuku Barbie, Weezy returns with a visual for “Knockout” from his Rebirth album. Thoughts???