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C-Murder Trial Investigated for Judge’s Wrongdoing
A special panel has been put together to investigate two judges who presided over the murder trial of New Orleans rapper C-Murder.
The rapper is currently serving a life sentence for the 2002 shooting death of a 16-year-old fan. Last week, a subpoena "concerning a judge" was filed in C-Murder's controversial case, seeking certified copies of "the indictment, minute entries and any
Ron Artest Channels Michael Jackson When Making Music
Queensbridge, NY bred guard-forward Ron Artest sat down for an interview with fellow Queens native 50 Cent's Thisis50.com to discuss his sheltered upbringing as well as his relationship with Los Angeles Lakers teammate Kobe Bryant, his new track 'Champion...
Kingpen Slim, ‘The Beam Up 2′ — Album Trailer
Kingpen Slim's follow-up to last year's 'The Beam Up' is on its way. Check out behind the scenes footage of the D.C. native working with DJ JButtah and Team Demo on 'The Beam Up 2: So Cinematic' in north Virgina's Depth Charge Studios. 'The Beam Up 2,' featuring Jim Jones, Wale, Malice (of the Clipse), Oddisee and Phil Ade, drops August 31...
Fabolous to Release ‘Funeral Service’ ‘Tape as ‘Grieving’ EP
Fabolous is taking a page out of Drake's book and repackaging his 'There Is No Competition Pt. 2: The Funeral Service' mixtape into the 'There Is No Competition 2: The Grieving Music EP,' which, surprise, will now be available for purchase online and in stores on August 24...
Asher Roth Crushes Hard on ‘Toni Braxton’ in New Video
After dancing with Toni Braxton at a star-studded club in Las Vegas in May, rapper Asher Roth developed a crush on the R&B singer. And while some folk's simply fantasize about their crush with a doodle of their name, Asher has taken things next level. He...
Fan Rushes the Stage at 50 Cent Concert
50 Cent's pricey security team (the rapper reportedly spends six figures on bodyguards) was put to the test when a fan(?) rushed the stage during a concert in Brazil this past weekend. 50 was in the middle of his 2007 hit 'Ayo Technology' when a man attempted to bum rush the rapper from behind, but was tackled to the ground before getting too close to the emcee...
Rihanna and Shy Ronnie’s SNL Skit Nominated for an Emmy
Betty White's 'Saturday Night Live' appearance may have garnered impressive ratings for Lorne Michaels' sketch comedy show, but it was Rihanna and Andy Samberg's 'Shy Ronnie' skit that's been nominated for an Emmy for Outstanding Original Music and Lyrics
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Pharrell Talks ‘Despicable Me’ Score, ‘Smurf-berries’ on ‘Chelsea Lately’
Super-producer Pharrell Williams went where many rappers and hip-hop elite have gone before when he appeared on Chelsea Handler's late night show 'Chelsea Lately' and flirted with the comedian/author. Pharrell manages to discuss some relevant topics like writing the score for animated film 'Despicable Me,' visiting the White House on Cinco de Mayo and admitting that he's never considered himself a
Alicia Keys Falls Onstage at Essence Festival
A pregnant Alicia Keys -- who hasn't seemed to slow down much as her belly continues to grow -- took a tumble during her performance at the Essence Music Festival on Saturday night. Thanks to YouTube, the R&B diva joins the list of celebs (Beyonce, Drake, Dizzee Rascal, Kelsey Grammer) who have a fall on public record. Ke...
Rick Ross and Kanye ‘Live Fast’ on Leaked ‘Teflon’ Track
It looks like Kanye West was cooking up more than just 'Good Ass Job' beats while holed up in Hawaii. The Rick Ross, featuring Yeezy, track 'Live Fast, Die Young' hit the 'net today, marking the second Kanye-assist (Kid Cudi's 'Erase,' featuring Kanye debuted on Cleveland radio last night] in the last 24 hours...