Toni Braxton Sued, Dr. Dre Signs TV Deal, John Legend Works With Obama & More

Toni Braxton is being sued for $57,000 for failing to pay for 4,300 posters promoting her show "Braxton Family Values." The singer denies responsibility for the payment, however, tweeting, "I don't like being lied on! Especially about things that having nothing to do with me." [SingersRoom]

Listen to John Legend discuss the title of his new album, working with the Obama campaign and his role on ABC's "Duets." [MajicATL]

Ever wondered what it's like to go on a date with Rick Ross? "We may start by eating a 20-piece lemon pepper in the Benz. It ain't nothing like eating chicken wings in the car, when you in an intimate setting." [RickeySmiley]



Nicki Minaj has announced a make-up NYC date for her Hot 97 Summer Jam no-show. Tickets for the Aug. 14 concert will be made available to the first 1,500 fans who arrive at the venue. [NYDailyNews]

Dr. Dre has signed a development deal with television channel FX to shoot a one-hour Los Angeles-based pilot episode, exploring the city through "the music business and the crime business." What's the difference? [TheWrap]

"N----s in Paris" producer Hit-Boy has released a tracklisting for his free debut LP, which features Big Sean, Kid Cudi, Bun B, John Legend and more. 'HITstory' will be in stores Tuesday (Aug. 7). [Rap-Up]

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