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Undoubtedly the most loyal member of Gorilla Unit, Lloyd Banks, is working to revitalize his seemingly shell shocked career, unofficially of course. He has recently revealed an interest in expanding his brand, possibly traversing across the musical plane into mainstream success, possibly making use of a reality show to accomplish that feat. Having amicably split […]

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West Coast Rap King turned Hollywood shot caller, Ice Cube, has now set his sights on the small screen. The rap legend turned movie mogul has inked a deal with TBS to bring his blockbuster film series Are We There Yet to television next year. TBS has ordered 10 episodes of the series set to […]

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Killer Mike plans to leak the final version of his new single “In My City.” He announced his plans via Twitter earlier today tweeting to his fans that it would be released between 2:30 and 4 p.m. today. “In My City” is produced by popular Atlanta mixer, DJ Don Cannon. Killer promised that fans would […]

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Alfamega is denying that his new song is directed at T.I. Over the weekend a song by the ex- Grand Hustle rapper was released called “I Apologize.” A statement was released as well explaining the intentions of the song. “This song, is an apology to anyone from age 8 to 80, that’s affiliated with or […]

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Those that were awaiting the re-release of T.I.’s album Paper Trail will have to be disappointed as the re-release has been shelved indefinitely. Given the new title Paper Trial: Case Closed, the disc had the original material along with 5 new tracks added onto the line-up. It was slated to hit stores in August 18, […]

In 2007 there was a clash of the titans when Kanye West and 50 Cent released their albums Graduation and Curtis at the same time. West would win the battle of first week sales with 957,000 crushing 50 Cent’s numbers of 691,000 copies. Coincidentally 50 Cent will involve himself in another battle on the exact […]

A lawsuit has been filed against Chicago native and rapper Common for copyright infringement over a song that was featured on his 1992 debut Can I Borrow A Dollar? The track, titled “Take it EZ,” allegedly has trails of another song called “When Will the Day Come,” according to its songwriters Andrew Marks and London […]

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Reggae/dancehall veteran Beenie Man has landed a joint-venture deal with New York-based label Brookland Entertainment/Universal Republic. Known for classic hits like “Dude,” “Who Am I,” “Girls Dem Sugar,” and “King of the Dancehall,” the Kingston, Jamaica native, born Moses Davis, will continue his near 30-year music career with Brookland, a decision he says he’s proud […]

Rumors and speculations have been swirling about the late Michael Jackson’s death without conclusion. However, amongst all the clamor, it has been reported that the LAPD believes the pop star’s death was due to misuse of a powerful anesthesia and his personal physician, Dr. Conrad Murray, may have been involved. According to TMZ.com, law enforcement […]

Although currently incarcerated, T.I. has released a video for his single “Don’t Forget” featuring Mary J. Blige. In the song T.I. raps about bouncing back from his recent troubles with the law like he’s done in the past and promises that he will regain his thrown. On the track, he spits:

“Foul Shyte you do, the truth you can’t hold back. My dude gave you credit, pay that man what you owe, Black.” Already under a lyrical assault from The Game, Jay-Z has another target on his back as De-Haven, his former friend and alleged mentor, throws bars at the Brooklyn rapper. De-Haven has recently released […]

Fans hoping to see Jay-Z and Ciara over the weekend in Atlanta were forced to take a rain check, literally. The concert was scheduled to take place at Chastain Park Amphitheater Sunday night. Extreme weather conditions including thunder and severe lightning made it impossible for the show to happen and the concert was called off. […]