BLACK EYED PEAS MAKE HISTORY. "It's incredible to have the Black Eyed Peas put their first album out 12 years ago and evolve into what they are today.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

THOUGHT PROCESS: Bring That Group Back! Over the past decade many hip hop artists who started out in groups have either gone solo or just.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

RIHANNA TO MAKE FILM DEBUT. The deal was announced yesterday. Rihanna will make her feature film debut in.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

JERSEYS - LEBRON - KOBE- NFL, NBA - HIP HOP! Gear up with you favorite team jersey.. SEE THEM HERE

THE DREAM RELEASES STATEMENT. "I am not proud that I lost something we once had"... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

NEW STREETWEAR IN STOCK! Check out these dope new designs, Swag on Full, Cant stop Wont Stop, etc...There will be alot more coming in the following weeks as well.. Grab them while they last.   GET YOUR GEAR HERE

WARREN G SAYS REGULATE 2 IS COMING an E.P. to be made available at retailers later this year ? GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

KEVIN LILES RECEIVES HIGHEST HONOR Liles was recognized for his role in helping to globalize the cultural phenomenon of hip hop to... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

DIGITAL ALBUMS ON THE RISE? Physical album sales continued to decline and digital album sales grew .. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

EMINEM GOES PLATINUM IN 2 WEEKS Eminem grabs platinum in just 2 weeks.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

LIL KIM AND RIHANNA TO WORK TOGETHER? Lil Kim recently spoke about her relationship with Rihanna.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

HIP HOP HEADING 3D? Director James Cameron is reportedly gearing up for another 3D movie..GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

ASCAP HONORS DR DRE Eminem, T.I. and Big Boi Joined in to Celebrate Dr.Dre, Janelle Monae and Other Top Names at.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT AND FOOTAGE HERE

EMINEM IS #1 "It's been 12 years since Eminem signed to Aftermath and Interscope", remarked Jimmy Iovine.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

SEXY MODEL - LUPE FUENTES CONTEST Sign up for chance to win a free membership to Lupe Fuentes' 18 and over adult entertainment website.. ENTER HERE

BET AWARDS 2010 RECAP There was not a dry-eye in the house at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles on Sunday when.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

GAME'S RED ALBUM TO BE HAULTED? A company claiming to have discovered GAME has sued Aftermath Records, Interscope, Universal Music Group and Dr. Dre's... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

DRAKE DEBUTS @ #1 ON CHARTS. Drake's debut, Thank Me Later scored the #1 slot .. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

YUKMOUTH - INTERVIEW "I took it back to my THUGGED OUT/GODZILLA sh*t...." GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

"THE SITUATION" LINKS UP WITH FATMAN SCOOP. Jersey Shore's THE SITUATION is bringing his wise-guy rhetoric to this season's hottest dance club mix.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

QUE RECORDS INKS DEAL WITH EMI. "I am very excited about this joint venture between my label and our distribution deal with EMI".. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

B.o.B. INKS WORLD-WIDE PUBLISHING DEAL. His immense musical talent led him to having artist management by the time he was in high school... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

INDUSTRY VET STARTS OWN LABEL. A music entrepreneur responsible for breaking some of the biggest artists in the music business (such as Lil Wayne, Akon, Drake, Nelly, 3 Doors Down, Erykah Badu, Jack Johnson, Blue October, Birdman, Kid Cudi and more).. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

DJ MUGGS & ILL BILL PREP COLLABORATIVE LP Not too many producers can craft an entire album on their own, let alone an album that's a classic... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

RECENT CHALK TALK WITH DRAKE. "There are opportunities that rappers I love simply can't get, because, you know...I don't have the tattoos.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

TEAIRRA MARI HEATING UP 2010 "No one's going to pull you up but yourself. No one's going to give you confidence but you.".. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

MODEL OF MONTH - LUPE FUENTES At 4 feet, 9 inches, with long flowing dark hair and big, beautiful eyes that shine when she enters a room, Lupe Fuentes will simply take your breath away.. CHECK HER OUT

HIP HOP BITS N PIECES Behind the scenes with Eminem, Royce 5 9, MC EIHT, videos and more.. WATCH HERE

KANYE TO PERFORM AT BET AWARDS 10 BET is proud to announce and welcome Kanye West to the stage at .. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

JAYWAN LANDS DISTRO DEAL WITH UNIVERSAL Producer Jaywan has secured a six figure distribution deal with Universal Music Group..GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

DESTINY'S CHILD REUNION RUMORS ARE FALSE Statement from Mathew Knowles... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

RHYMEFEST DROPS REVOLUTIONARY 3D VIDEO Hip Hop's first three-dimensional music video. ... WATCH HERE

BAY AREA POWERHOUSE ANNOUNCES THE BAY'S TOP FRESHMEN. KMEL released their first annual list of the Bay's fastest rising hip-hop stars.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

PLIES AND YOUNG JEEZY BACK OUT OF VH1 HIP HOP HONORS. Ironically, not only Florida's biggest rapper Plies didn't attend or perform, but Young Jeezy.. GRAB THE FUL REPORT HERE

HIP HOP BITS N PIECES New Killah Priest video, Alfamega responds to T.I.'s street cred, Behind the scenes on Lil Wayne video and more.. WATCH HERE

50 CENT TALKS WEIGHT LOSS AND MORE "They say it takes 30 days to make a habit, but man. I was... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

HIP HOP THROWBACK - SWEET TEE "I started off rhyming in the park, and I had to have a fresh rhyme every day just in case.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

SKYZOO X ILL MIND PREP NEW ALBUM. "There won't be any deep undertones or personal records like The Salvation; just dope beats and.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

RIHANNA AND WEEZY LINK UP WITH EM. including production from Dr. Dre, Just Blaze, Boi-1da, DJ Khalil,.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

WYCLEF AKA DR.FUGEE? Wyclef Jean can now add another distinguished honor to his long list of achievements.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

TRINA TO LAUNCH AMAZIN COSMETICS Trina is joining forces with the Carma foundation for Amazing Gloss for.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

LIL KIM ON BOARD WITH JAY-Z? Lil Kim has reportedly joined Jay-Z's Roc Nation...GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

JURY ACQUITS MAN IN DOLLA KILLING A jury has acquitted a man of killing Atlanta rapper Dolla .. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

THE PACK LANDS NEW DEAL. "The Pack is a great fit for our label, as we have proven success with... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

NECRO RESPONDS TO HUMAN TRAFFIC KING "I DO SUPPORT insane explicit brutal art, and everything I record ..." GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

HIP HOP BEHIND THE SCENES- Video Gucci Mane and Waka Flocka brawls, Just Blaze in the studio and more.. WATCH HERE

HOV AND WIFE BE GO HEAD UP. Hov and wife Beyonce go head up in three categories, including video of the year... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

FONTANA PARTNERS WITH RAP-A-LOT "I have been doing business with James Prince and Rap-A-Lot for a long time and.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

T.I. CHOPS IT UP WITH LARRY KING "It came from an attempt that was made on my life," T.I. explained.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

DMX REFUSES CELEB REHAB DMX has reportedly filed a $1 million dollar lawsuit against Rich Kid Entertainment over.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

PRODUCTION BLOCK - DRUMMA BOY "my production process is organic... it comes to me in different forms and fashions... might start off with a kick first... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

EX FLIPMODE MEMBER ON DECK Baby Sham, a former member of Busta Rhymes', now defunct, FlipMode Squad, is.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

BAD BOY/INTERSCOPE RECORDS SIGN BROOKLYN'S RED CAFE AD BOY/INTERSCOPE RECORDS have announced the signing of rapper Red Cafe..GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

FRANK LUCAS STORY NOT TRUE? "For Lucas to twist and distort the truth in an effort to manipulate history for his own personal gain is just as despicable as .. SEE THE VIDEO HERE

GUCCI MANE STARTS NEW LABEL/PARTS WAYS WITH OLD MANAGEMENT. "I'm taking control of all of my business properties and keeping the focus on my career,.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

FLO RIDA AND T PAIN LINK UP WITH PORNSTAR "It was an amazing experience being a Zoosk Girl, and I am a huge fan .. SEE THE VIDEO HERE

BATTLE METHOD MAN ON MODERN WARFARE 2 BATTLE METHOD MAN ON MODERN WARFARE 2 - SEE THE DETAILS HERE

RICK ROSS TALKS JAY-Z COLLAB Rick Ross recently sat down to talk about his collaboration with Jay-Z.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

GLOBAL MUSIC SALES STILL ON A DECLINE? Music companies are investing over $5 billion a year in developing and marketing artists, .. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

GAME CHIMES IN ON SHYNE. "He's just a good friend of mine, sort of like a brother to me in hip-hop.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

50 CENT GETS INTIMATE ON TOUR Fresh off the heels of a two month-long European trek, 50's ready to connect with .. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

HIP HOP BITS 'N PIECES Behind The scenes with Jay Electronica, Jim Jones, Nas, Damian Marley ,and more.. WATCH HERE

LITTLE BROTHER HIT THE ROAD. Phonte and Rapper Big Pooh will be hitting the road this month to give fans one last performance .. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

VH1 ANNOUNCES NEW LINE-UP VH1 will produce a record 44 original series in 2010 to further build on .. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

DJ VLAD CASHES IN AFTER BEATDOWN? "I am grateful that the jury punished Rick Ross for setting me up... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

LLOYD BANKS TALKS NEW JOINT "A lot of people think I'm talking to somebody in particular, but... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

AHMAD : THROWBACK SERIES Where in the world is Ahmad? And, what exactly happened to the Left Coast emcee? .. CHECK OUT THE INTERVIEW HERE

EMINEM SCRAPS THE SEQUEL. "I had originally planned for Relapse 2 to come out last year," remarked Eminem. "But.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

BOLA - The First Lady Of Grand Hustle "My key to success is: "Go and Get It," 'cause no one is going to give it to you!.. GRAB THE FULL INTERVIEW HERE

GAME SET FOR JUNE. "Dre is a hip hop legend and one of the reasons I'm making music. To be working so closely with him again...man.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

ISLAND DEF JAM APPOINTS SENIOR VP OF FILM/TV/SOUNDTRACKS. He will report jointly to IDJ president-chief operating officer Steve Bartels and chairman Antonio LA Reid... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

HELL RAZAH HAS A BRAIN ANNURISM. Keep Hell Razah from Sunz of Man in your thoughts. He had a brain annurism.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

RIHANNA AND NICKI MINAJ TEAM UP OR NOT? "The production is unbelievable and the costumes, we just took it to a whole new level.".. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

SCARFACE BACK WITH DOPEMAN MUSIC. With over seven million albums sold, Scarface returns with his latest release.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

EMI IN TROUBLE? EMI walked away from the deal early Wednesday, because there wasn't enough value ? ... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

JACOB THE JEWELER RELEASED FROM PRISON. Jacob the Jeweler was transferred from federal prison to.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

GURU UPDATE: ADRESSING MORE RUMORS All medical history will show that Guru is not and has not been placed in .... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

HIP HOP BITS N' PIECES.. New Raekwon video, Howard Stern goes hard on Jamie Foxx.. refers to him as homosexual?, Erykah Badu fully nude, and more!!! WATCH HERE

NNEKA JOINS NAS ON TOUR "With this tour," Nneka explains, "we represent the fact that we are all connected to one another.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

50 CENT WANTS A 4-SOME WITH BEYONCE RIHANNA, AND LADY GAGA! 50 Cent says he wants a 4-Some with Beyonce, Lady Gaga and Rihanna.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

9TH PRINCE GETS REVENGE. I started out in the early days, like the late 80s, coming to the house,You see RZA, Old Dirty Bastard .. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

MC REN - 2010 "Just wasn't really into doing music much anymore. It really wasn't till my homie, Paulie Classic, said .. GRAB THE FULL INTERVIEW HERE

KURTIS BLOW TO CO-HOST HIP HOP HALL OF FAME SHOW. The Awards Show will feature a Week of Activities throughout New York City. They will include .. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

LUPE FIASCO TO HEADLINE B.O.M.B Lupe Fiasco is set to headline the Connecticut B.O.M.B. Fest 2010 .. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

LLOYD LINKS UP WITH MYSTIKAL. Lloyd has enlisted fellow New Orleans native Mystikal on his new track.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

UPDATE: GURU'S HEALTH STATUS Guru is NOT in coma and he continues to recover.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

RICHIE RICH IS BACK ON THE SCENE Richie Rich first rose to prominence as a lead member of .. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

BIZARRE IS BACK FOR NEW SOLO ALBUM "When D12 was coming up, St. Andrews was the kind of place that people would literally walk miles to.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

NEW MJ DOC COMING ! Despite its depiction of the more scandalous aspects of Jackson's life, Halperin called the movie a balanced tribute .. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

PHAROAHE MONCH PREPS FOR W.A.R. Pharoahe Monch is on the front lines once again and this time it's bigger than just album talk.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

LUDA IS #1 ON THE CHARTS. Ludacris earns his fifth #1 debut album with ... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

SNOOP DOGG SET TO PLAY SUPERHERO In the film, the safety of the city is up to Snoop who fights crime.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

MURS PARTNERS WITH 9TH WONDER "I think when I work with anybody, my ability to be flexible is what helps make things work... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

BONE THUGS SET FOR NATIONAL TOUR "You go through things to make you stronger," Layzie says. "All your obstacles, all the things you go through... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

DJ HERO EXPANDS WITH NEW MIXES Starting March 18, living room DJ's can mix, scratch & battle with the new.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

NEW REPORT SHOWS HOW MUCH LABELS ARE INVESTING IN ARTISTS A new report from the IFPI  breaks down how much the music industry spends annually investing in their artists.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

OFFICIAL STATEMENT ABOUT GURU'S HEALTH STATUS & FALSE RUMORS There are a lot of rumors and wrong information circulating around about Guru's current situation and health status... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

MS DIAMOND - THE BLACK BARBIE INTERVIEW "We basically grew apart, which, honestly, is typical for many groups that came up in the game together at the ages young as we did..." GRAB THE FULL INTERVIEW HERE

MORE WAKA FLAKA VIOLENCE Eight teenagers were shot after a performance by Atlanta rapper Waka Flocka Flames late Friday evening (March 5) in Gary, Indiana.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

DIDDY THROWING BIGGIE BASH IN BROOKLYN. Sean Combs is crossing the bridge to throw his first-ever Brooklyn bash as a tribute to.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

NEW HIP HOP SHIRTS IN STOCK --RHINESTONE SHIRTS R.I.P.Michael Jackson  shirts, I love *** , Hi Hater, and more.. Grab them while they last.   CLICK HERE

WAKA FLOCKA FLAME'S CREW ALLEGEDLY FIRE SHOTS AT JEEZY'S CREW According to the Atlanta Journal, shots were fired... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

GLASSES MALONE SAYS HE READY. The new project is set to release The west coast rap scene buzzing as the long-awaited, highly anticipated debut release arrives.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

PLIES GETS SUED. Victims of a 2006 Florida nightclub shooting are suing the rapper Plies... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

DONNIS SIGNS TO ATLANTIC RECORDS "Now that we've sealed the deal, we're looking forward to watching Donnis take it to the next level" .. proclaimed the CEO.... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

UPDATE: GURU RELEASES STATEMENT ON CONDITION. "I am doing fine and I am recovering," he said. "I'm weak though.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

MISTER CARTOON LINKS UP WITH METRO PCS. "It's great to collaborate with MetroPCS again, and we are very excited about the opportunity to.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

HIP HOP - BEHIND THE SCENES Latest rumors, news, and more.. WATCH HERE

SNOOP DROPS THE WESTCOAST BLUEPRINT. The compilation showcases the diversity of sounds and styles within the now universally-known gangsta rap aesthetic.. WATCH HERE

EMINEM TO HEADLINE THREE MAJOR FESTIVALS. "The crowds there are always big, crazy and dedicated... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

SKEE-LO : THROWBACK SERIES "This isn't just the return of Skee-Lo, it's the start of Skeelo Musik,.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

HIP HOP PRODUCTION BLOCK - JUDAH He's humbly mentored numerous rising artists and producers, teaching them the ropes of the biz ... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

JAY-Z CASINO DEAL SPAWNS INVESTIGATION Authorities question the selection of AEG to operate the new venture & what role Hov played in swaying New York Governor's decision.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

RAPINDUSTRY.COM TALK RADIO This week's episode, JAY Z and Beyonce Is it just an arrangement marriage?, Tiger Woods,, The Death of the Mixtape, and more.. LISTEN HERE

DIDDY TO BE OPENING ACT? "Whoever wants us to open up for them, we just wanna open up ... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

DJ PREMIER LINKS WITH MC EIHT. DJ Premier has announced plans to executive produce and score Westcoast rapper MC Eiht's new album.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

SHYNE SIGNS 7 FIGGA DEAL WITH DEF JAM? Apparently, Def Jam won a bidding war between Dr. Dre, Jimmy Iovine and other labels.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

RIHANNA LINKS WITH ITALIAN EYEWEAR CARRERA CARRERA, (Italian fashion sunglass and sports eyewear brand), has announced its inclusion in Rihanna's.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

JAY-Z AGAINST WE ARE THE WORLD REMAKE? "I know everybody is gonna take this wrong...GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

WYCLEF TEAMS UP FOR NEW VIDEO. "We are proud to be working with such a talented musician to help bring his creative vision .. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

DRE SUES DEATHROW? Dr. Dre alleges he hasn't received any royalties since dropping his last LP The Chronic.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

HIP HOP BITS N PIECES - VIDEO Mathematics Interview On Return Of The Wu & Friends Kardinal Offishall Carrying the Olympic Torch, Charlie Murphy's Bizarre Dream About Barack Obama, and more.. WATCH HERE

BET AND MICHELLE OBAMA LINK UP. BET Networks Chairman & CEO Debra Lee announced today that BET Networks will join the First Lady of the United States, Michelle Obama.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

LIL WAYNE'S REBIRTH SELLS 175K - 1st WEEK The official Nielsen SoundScan numbers are in and Lil Wayne took the #2 slot.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

EVE NAMED IN CORRUPTION SCANDAL. Eve is part of a U.S. Senate investigation into the illicit laundering of millions of foreign dollars .. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

HOVY HOV TO APPEAR 2 MIN BEFORE SUPERBOWL KICK OFF. "We're extraordinarily proud to have our students rubbing elbows and touching knuckles with Jay-Z,".. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

BRANDY AND RAY J TEAM UP FOR NEW VH1 SHOW Viewers will get a first hand glimpse into the lives of the Norwood family unit and their family business.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

A-LIST ARTISTS HOP ON WE ARE THE WORLD REMAKE! Many of the music stars who were in Los Angeles for the Grammy awards ceremony gathered together .. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

50 CENT FLICK SELLS FOR 2 MILL. The movie was recently bought at the Sundance Film Festival.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

DJ HERO CONTEST IN HONOR OF GRAMMY NOMS! In honor of all of the Grammy Nominated Acts that are part of DJ Hero, We are giving you the chance to win your own DJ Hero set up!  ..   ENTER HERE

MARCO POLO AND RUSTE JUXX TEAM UP Marco Polo & Ruste Juxx have combined forces to bring fans a serious dose of hardcore Hip Hop... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

KIDZ IN THE HALL SET FOR NEW RELEASE. Kidz In The Hall are embarking on their next journey into the ... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

EMINEM, DRAKE, AND LIL WAYNE TO PERFORM AT GRAMMYS. Eminem, Drake, Lil Wayne and Travis Barker will team up for a special performance.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

HAVOC DA MOUTHPIECE MOURNS THE LOSS OF HIS FATHER. Havoc Da Mouthpiece's claim to fame goes back to the pioneer days of the west coast's gangsta hip hop era when he was the frontman for the rap crew South Central Cartel.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

LIVE NATION AND TICKETMASTER MERGER COMPLETE. The two companies  have confirmed that the merger is complete... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

HAITI TELETHON RAISES TOP $$. The star-studded Hope for Haiti Now telethon  has raised more than $57 million.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

GLOBAL MUSIC SALES FELL 10% IN 2009. The IFPI has released its annual report on global music sales.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

SHYNE WORKING ON NEW LP? Shyne is rumored to be working on a new album, which would be his first in ten years... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

SIRIUS XM ENDS 09 WITH GOOD NUMBERS. "This is the first year in our history that we have generated positive free cash flow... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

SNOOP DOGG DROPPING MINI-MOVIE. "The safety of the city is up to Malice who fights crime and strives to bring peace back to his neighborhood.... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

EVE SAYS NEW ALBUM IS COMING IN 2010 Eve says she has parted ways with Interscope and.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

UNIVERSAL MUSIC GROUP MAKES SOME BIG CUTS. Universal Music Group has laid off approximately 50 employees .. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

CYPRESS HILL SIGN WITH PRIORITY /EMI "Cypress Hill is undeniably one of the most important hip hop groups in music history.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

KELIS VS PETA. Kelis wasn't too happy about a personal letter she received directly from animal rights organization PETA... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

FORMER CLIPSE MANAGER GETS 32 YEARS. Former Clipse manager Anthony Geezy Gonzalez has been sentenced to 32 years .. GRAB THE FULL PREPORT HERE

WYCLEF RELEASES OFFICIAL STATEMENT. "Haiti today faced a natural disaster of unprecedented proportion, an earthquake unlike anything.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

LIVE NATION SHAREHOLDERS APPROVE MERGER. Live Nation announced that at its annual meeting held recently, its stockholders voted ... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

TIMBALAND LAUNCHES SHOCK VALUE II TOUR. "I'm so excited to come and give my fans an intimate, up-close and personal.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

HOV ANNOUNCES ADDITIONAL TOUR DATES. After a stellar 2009, surpassing Elvis as the solo artist with the most # 1 albums,... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

SNOOP CO-SIGNS MACSHAWN 100 Legendary West Coast, Bay Area rapper MACSHAWN100 is getting back to business with Snoop.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

KEYSHIA COLE RELEASES STATEMENT. "To all my friends and fans - It's time that I clear the air. It's not a secret that I haven't been ... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

SNOOP BOWL VIII IS UPON US. "I am happy that we've been doing this event for eight years - the kids love it and I do too... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

PHARRELL TO WRITE FOR UPCOMING 3-D FLICK It was announced today that Pharrell Williams will write for Universal Pictures and Illumination Entertainment's upcoming.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

GAME TALKS NEW ALBUM. "She's a rebel, and I go against the grain every day, so, if it happens, it'll be monumental for the state of music.".. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

ALICIA KEYS TOPS THE CHARTS Twelve-time Grammy Award winner Alicia Keys' latest opus The Element of Freedom... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

40 GLOCC - INTERVIEW "I was happy excited! And, all I got (was) $250K for that deal. Cashed out! ..  GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

QUEEN LATIFAH AND MARY J BLIGE TO BE HONORED. Honoring four extraordinary women making a significant impact in Hollywood,... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

SHYNE BACK IN THE LAB. Former Bad Boy rapper Shyne is already recording new material .. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

NICK CANNON GETS NEW YORK RADIO GIG. "I have been immersed in the entertainment business for more than half my life,... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

LIL WAYNE HEADED TO SLAMMER IN FEB 2010 A judge set a February 9 sentencing date regarding his New York gun possession case.... READ THE FULL REPORT HERE

UNIVERSAL MOTWON APPOINTS NEW VP. His background also includes a number of senior positions within Island Records and PolyGram Distribution.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

CITIGROUP ACCUSED OF FRAUD OVER EMI SALE "Citi has gone on to intentionally interfere with Terra Firma's economic interests".. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HRE

RAPINDUSTRY.COM TALK RADIO This week's episode Flex and DNell go in on Tiger Woods aka El Tigre, Part 2 on Beans and Jay-Z.. 50's involvement and more..LISTEN HERE

NELLY GETS LOOTED? St. Louis County police were on the scene at St. Louis rapper Nelly's home in Wildwood, Missouri this morning .. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

R.KELLY TO REVEAL TELL-ALL BOOK. "I'm writing this book as Robert, not R. Kelly,".. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

HIP HOP'S DIRTY LAUNDRY Pleasure P Breaks His Silence.., DEA recruits Lil Wayne, 50 Cent behind the scenes, and more!! WATCH HERE

PRODUCTION BLOCK - L.T. mOE L .T. mOE is this Month's feature producer.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

THE POPE RIDIN' TO PAC? "It's a testament to Tupac's genius that his music can have this kind of impact more than ten years after the fact,..  GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

THROWBACK SERIES - Keep It O.G. Back in the spotlight after a more than seventeen years.. Al B. Sure .. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

KELIS SIGNS WITH INTERSCOPE. "I love that I am now a new part of the Interscope family. 2010 is around the corner and..." GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

FONTANA GETS NEW PRESIDENT. The announcement was made today by Jim Urie, President and Chief Executive Officer of UMGD... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

BLACK EYED PEAS ANNOUNCE 100 DATE TOUR. Three-time Grammy Award winning recording artist, The Black Eyed Peas today announced dates .. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

EMINEM TALKS RELAPSE 2 "The new material is definitely different" ... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

HOW WELL WILL RIHANNA'S NEW ALBUM SELL? "All of it isn't angry, all of it isn't dark and sad, 'cause I didn't go through that the whole time.... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

DR. DRE AND PHARELL TO EXECUTIVE PRODUCE GAME'S NEW ALBUM. Game made the announcement via his twitter .. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

THE 1ST ANNUAL PIMP C HIP HOP & HEALTH FAIR Founded in remembrance of Pimp C to start raising awareness for our youth today, whom sometimes lack the resources... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

WMG REPORTS 4TH QUARTER LOSS. Warner Music Group has reported its fourth quarter and full-year results for the label's fiscal year. .. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

HOV SWEEPS AMA'S. The American Music Awards (AMA's) were announced Sunday evening to a sold out crowd, from the Nokia Theatre/LA Live.... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

WATCH 50'S FILM - FREE HERE Watch 50 Cent's feature film Before I Self Destruct for FREE -- WATCH HERE

DIDDY CELEBRATES THE BIG 40. "Some people start at 19, by 26 they're done. He's 40. He's better than he's ever been," Russell Simmons said.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

MYSPACE ACQUIRES IMEEM. The News Corp.-owned MySpace has agreed to pay $1 million in cash, but... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

KALI SIGNS DEAL WITH UNIVERSAL. West Coast rapper, Kali, signed a six figure deal with Universal Music Group.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

JAY-Z ON BOARD FOR BROADWAY MUSICAL. Earlier this month ?uestlove was reportedly doing everything in his power to get Jay-Z to come on board of ..GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

MTV SCOOPS UP TV RIGHTS TO THIS IS IT MTV Networks has scooped up the TV rights to the Michael Jackson docu This Is It from Sony Pictures.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

50 SAYS HE WONT WORK WITH GAME ON DETOX. Even though Game has reunited with Dre for the Detox LP as well as his own R.E.D. Album, 50 says he .. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

RAPINDUSTRY.COM TALK RADIO Beans vs Hov, 50's involvement, Twitter, Myspace, & Facebook frauds...Why you frontin? plus.. what's what in the news.... LISTEN HERE

BEANS AND 50 UNVEIL NEW TRACK! The new track I Go Off is the latest chapter in 50 Cent and Beanie Sigel's ongoing war of words with Jay-Z.. LISTEN HERE

Na'shay: Get Ready. Here She Comes! Ruthless Records would like to introduce to the masses its latest sensation... CHECK HER OUT HERE

SIRIUS XM CHAIRMAN STEPS DOWN. Sirius XM Radio announced that Gary Parsons has resigned as a Director and Chairman of the company's Board of Directors... Who's his replacement?..  GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

LUDACRIS HOSTS CONJURE MIX OFF. "The Conjure Mix Off was a huge success thanks to all the mixologists who entered the contest," .. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

MJ'S THIS IS IT TOPS $200 MILLION! Michael Jackson's THIS IS IT has reached a box office gross of $200 million worldwide... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

RICK ROSS EXPLAINS WHY HE IS REMIXING 50 CENT SINGLE. Ross says that he was motivated to remix the track because of the production the song features and.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

KATT WILLIAMS ARRESTED ON BURGLARY CHARGES Comedian Katt Williams has reportedly been arrested on burglary and criminal trespassing charges.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

SIRIUS ANNOUNCES 3RD QUARTER RESULTS. SIRIUS XM Radio today announced third quarter 2009 financial and operating results, including $106 million in pro forma .. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

GAME'S ALBUM PUSHED BACK "Last night at the Aftermath Headquarters was classic," wrote Game. "Me, Stat Quo and Dre.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

TECH N9NE HAS THE #1 INDEPENDENT ALBUM The Billboard Chart results are in after K.O.D.'s first week of release... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

RIHANNA SPEAKS ABOUT HER & CHRIS BROWN. "My story was broadcast all over the world for people to see, and they have followed every step of my recovery... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

UNIVERSAL MUSIC GROUP'S CEO TO STEP DOWN. Universal Music Group CEO Doug Morris will be stepping down from his position.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

EMINEM ADDED TO AMERICAN MUSIC AWARDS LINEUP Eminem will perform at the American Music Awards, making him the latest addition to a line-up of ... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

50 & BEP CONFIRM VEGAS FOR NEW YEARS EVE PURE Management Group (PMG) today announced that 50 Cent, Black Eyed Peas and Schwayze will ring in 2010... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

FAT JOE ASSOCIATE MURDERED. Brooklyn-bred rapper Mike Beck, a member of Fat Joe's K.A.R. (Kill All Rats) crew..was shot dead over the weekend... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

THIS IS IT BRINGS IN OVER $100 MILL 1ST 5 DAYS. After Michael Jackson's This is It raked in $101 million worldwide in its first five days.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

50 ANNOUNCES 10 CITY SCREENING TOUR. This November 50 Cent will be hitting the road to screen his latest film... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

BEANIE SIGEL EXPLAINS JAY-Z DISS. "If you look at it, them dudes got more money and more bread than anybody in State Property 'cause 50 made sure of that... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE