Trent Fitzgerald
Kid Cudi Releases Introspective Track ‘Just What Iam’
It looks liked Kid Cudi is back on his rap grind with his just-released track ‘Just What Iam.’ It’s a personal track of sorts with longtime collaborator King Chip (aka Chip Tha Ripper) chipping in (excuse the pun) with a dope guest verse.
50 Cent Disses Kanye West’s ‘Perfect B—-‘ Kim Kardashian
50 Cent is known for being honest, but he may have been a too forthcoming with his comments about hip-hop’s newest “It” couple — Kanye West and Kim Kardashian. The hip-hop toughie gave an interview with XXL Magazine and offered his opinion about KimYe.
Azealia Banks Dazed & Confused Magazine Cover Banned Outside of the U.S.
Not only is Azealia Banks a controversial figure in the social-networking community, she also is raising eyebrows overseas with a risqué Dazed & Confused magazine cover. According to the U.K.’s The Telegraph, the mag’s August issue has been banned in seven different countries.
Kanye West Records Music in Hawaii With Kim Kardashian, Delays ‘Cruel Summer’ Album
Kanye West and his perfect, um, girlfriend Kim Kardashian was spotted in Hawaii Kai on the island of Oahu, engaging in their daily exercise of walking together. The couple were dressed all in black and sweating it out on the tropical island.
2 Chainz + Drake Make History on the Billboard R&B/Hip-Hop Songs Chart
At this moment, 2 Chainz and Drake are the kings of the Billboard R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart. That’s no lie. No lie, no lie, no lie-ee-i-ee-i.
Missy Elliott Not Informed About Upcoming Aaliyah Project
It seems like everyone knows about the upcoming posthumous Aaliyah album … except for Missy Elliott. The veteran rapper who has collaborated with the late songbird seems to be out of the loop when it comes to the project that Drake and his producer Noah “40″ Shebib are co-executive producing.
Azealia Banks Throw Shots at Jim Jones on ‘Succubi’ Dis Song
Azealia Banks is not letting her Twitter spat with Jim Jones died down. The ’212′ rapper is now throwing lyrical shots at him on her dis track ‘Succubi.’ The song was release just days after the two Harlem rappers were arguing over the definition of the word “vamp.”
Eminem Working on Follow-Up to ‘Recovery’
Eminem has remained relatively quiet in the past few months, but don’t worry, he’s busy in the studio plotting on his next album. The Detroit rhyme-slinger has confirmed to MTV News that he’s in the early stages of his new project.
Eminem Thanks Fans for Helping Him Get Through Bad Times
Eminem has been through plenty of ups and downs in his career and most of it was well-documented in the media. From his bitter divorce with his ex-wife, Kimberly Scott, to his bout with drug addiction, his life was an open book. During his surprise set at the G-Shock 30th Anniversary event in New York, Em thanked his fans for their support.
Kelly Rowland Reps for TW Steel Watches in New Promo Video
What time is it? It’s time for Kelly Rowland to show off her newest accessory line. The former Destiny’s Child songbird has teamed up with watchmaker TW Steel to launch her own CEO Tech Special Edition timepieces.
2 Chainz + Lil Wayne Song ‘Yuck’ Hits the Internet
Following the release of his the Nicki Minaj-assisted banger ‘I Luv Dem Strippers,’ another 2 Chainz track leaks online called ‘Yuck’ featuring Lil Wayne. As the title suggests, the song is nasty… lyrically.
Drake Says Posthumous Aaliyah Project Is Happening
It was reported last week that Drake and his longtime producer Noah “40″ Shebib were co-executive producing the posthumous Aaliyah project amid some controversy. During an interview with MuchMusic, the Young Money superstar confirmed that an album is in the works.