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

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

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

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

"THIS IS IT" GROSSES 2.2 MILLION. The first showings of the film earned an estimated $2.2 million in Tuesday night shows domestically ... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

EMINEM PLOTTING HORROR SERIES? Reports are surfacing that Eminem is prepping the release of a series of horror films titled Shady Talez.... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

SHYNE IS FREE IN BELIZE. Rapper Shyne arrived in Belize at 2:40 pm local time Thursday evening October 28 on a Continental flight from Houston escorted by a U.S. Marshall .... GRAB THE FULLREPORT HERE

HIP HOP BITS N' PIECES 50 Cent interview, 50 Cent's Photoshoot With Rick Ross's Baby Momma, Eminem, Black Thought & Mos Def Cypher and more.. WATCH HERE

TWISTA TARGETS YOUTH VIOLENCE IN CHI TOWN Twista says his life as a teenager made him want to change his path in life. He's used music as a vehicle... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

CHRIS BROWN ANNOUNCES NEW ALBUM. Chris Brown has announced the release of his first CD since his February altercation with then-girlfriend Rihanna.... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

Behind The Scenes: Hip Hop Bit's n Pieces Bone Thugs new video, Triple C's with Young Jeezy, Gucci Mane's new video stills, Black Dynamite, and more.. CLICK HERE

MICHAEL JACKSON WAX FIGURE TO BE ON DISPLAY. Michael Jackson wax figure which will be exclusively on display for one night ... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

HOV AND KEYS TO PERFORM AT WORLD SERIES. Jay-Z and Alicia Keys are set to perform at the World Series.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

FLO RIDA PARTNERS WITH ADULT FRIEND FINDER SITE. "We are thrilled to have AdultFriendFinder on board for Flo Rida's new... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

SOUL TRAIN AWARDS ARE BACK! Beyonce, Keri Hilson, and Maxwell lead the pack with four nominations each. .. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

50 CENT TO GRACE MUSCLE & FITNESS COVER. 50 Cent's abs will grace the upcoming cover of Muscle & Fitness.... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

RUN DMC HEADED FOR BROADWAY? Legendary rap group RUN DMC are reportedly planning to bring their story to Broadway as an original musical.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

MORE FOXY BROWN DRAMA Three employees of the New York Department of Corrections have reportedly resigned from their posts months after being accused of.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

RIHANNA ANNOUNCES COMPLETION OF NEW ALBUM. Rihanna announces the completion of her fourth original studio album, Rated R,.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

WYCLEF JEAN'S MEMOIRS TO BE PUBLISHED. I am so happy to share my journey which took me from the hut to the projects to the mansion... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

MASE RUSHED DIDDY ON AIR. During an interview with his group Dirty Money on Atlanta's V103 radio station, Diddy was rushed by Mase.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

SNOOP TALKS NEW ALBUM. "I start off with so much malice in my heart when the record kicks in. By the time I get to the end of the record, I'm in Wonderland.... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

M.J.'S THIS IS IT TO GROSS $250 MILL 1ST WEEK? Execs with the concert promoter AEG are openly predicting that "This Is It" will make a staggering $250 million in its first 5 days.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

STATS/NUMBERS/SOUNDSCAN- Weekly Report Jay-Z's Blueprint 3 takes #5 selling 64,224 units (1,062,000 Total). Mariah Carey's Memoirs Of An Imperfect Angel grabbed #5.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

RAY J GETS PICKED UP FOR 2ND SEASON ON VH1. Ray J is back and teaming up with VH1 again to find the woman of his dreams. With a new crop of gorgeous females from .. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

BET HIP HOP AWARDS RECAP Jay-Z took the stage with Young Jeezy to perform Real as It Gets and rap group Goodie Mob performed its .. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

YUNG JOC STILL TRIPPN ON DIDDY? Apparently Yung Joc has wanted off Bad Boy Entertainment for a while now, Insiders say he is still waiting to be released and that he is currently talking with many new labels.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

JAMIE FOXX SPEAKS ON HIS ROLE IN NEW MIKE TYSON PROJECT. He's looking forward to rolling cameras on the flick and getting people to look at one of our generation's most controversial characters.., GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

JAY-Z TALKS MICHAEL JACKSON Michael sang on "Girls, Girls, Girls," a track from the original "Blueprint" album.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

NEW DMC WORLD CHAMP DJ SHIFTEE BRINGS THE GOLD BACK TO THE USA. "I have a detailed, meticulous practice schedule that I follow every day"... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

SHYNE TO BE RELEASED OR NOT? A Clinton Correctional Facility staffer told Crimesider that New York Rapper Shyne was released from prison today, but... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

GOODIE MOB REUNION TOUR - INCLUDING SCARFACE. Goodie Mob will be touring for the first time in ten years, with all original members: Cee-Lo (from Gnarls Barkley), Big Gipp, Khujo, and T-Mo... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

SNOOP ANNOUNCES WONDERLAND TOUR DATES The tour, titled Wonderland High School Tour, is a bonafide hip hop lover's dream and will kick off on.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

HAMMER AND CASH4GOLD TEAM UP TO ASSIST DISASTER VICTIMS. "We're proud to join our friend and three-time Grammy Award-winner MC Hammer in helping the victims of these recent tragedies,".. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

LEGENDARY DISK JOCKEY "MR. MAGIC" PASSES. New York radio personality Mr. Magic reportedly passed away earlier this morning from a heart attack... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

NICK CANNON DEFENDS HIS WIFE MARIAH. "He's lucky I haven't run into him yet. I'm supposed to protect my woman .. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

JAY-Z & ALICIA KEYS SHOOT NEW VIDEO "I really felt the energy of New York all through it. It felt classic, it felt so good; the piano obviously was in there... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

EMINEM CELEBRATES 5TH ANNIVERSARY OF HIS SIRIUS XM SHADE 45 SHOW SIRIUS XM Radio announced that it will broadcast two in-depth and uncensored interviews with Eminem on his Shade 45 channel.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

FABOLOUS GETS NEW REALITY GIG? Fabolous gives up the info on his upcoming reality show. He says it will be an inner look into his personal life as a father and.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

INDY LABEL SMC COMPLETES TRADE SYMBOL. "We are collaborating to bring the best of Hip Hop to the fans. SMC is delivering great music and Fontana-Universal will... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

GHOSTFACE LINKS UP FOR MYSPACE SECRET CONCERT. MySpace Music makes its way back to the home of hip-hop to host a special performance by Staten Island's own Ghostface Killah .. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

OMARION INKS NEW IMPRINT WITH EMI Grammy-nominated entertainer Omarion makes his long awaited return to the scene with an announcement .. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

JAY-Z ANNOUNCES N.E.R.D.AND OTHERS TO JOIN COLLEGE TOUR. The Live Nation produced tour will make 24 stops at a mix of college campus arenas.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

UNIVERSITY OFFERS SCHOLARLY RESEARCH OF TUPAC SHAKUR. The Tupac Amaru Shakur Foundation and Afeni Shakur-Davis, mother of platinum recording artist, actor and poet, Tupac Shakur, will partner with the Robert W. Woodruff Library of the Atlanta University Center .. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

VH1 HIP HOP HONORS RECAP. The 6th annual VH1 Hip Hop Honors shook up Brooklyn, New York last night as some of the biggest names in entertainment gathered to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Def Jam Records.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

GRANDMASTER ROC RAIDA: Funeral arrangements, and details on his death. Accurate Information Straight from his Wife about the Funeral and his untimely demise... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

JAY-Z STILL DOMINATING CHARTS. Jay-Z's Blueprint 3 took #1 selling ... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

DJ'S REFLECT ON ROC RAIDA. Grandmaster Flash- Grand Wizzard Theodore- Lord Finesse. and others reflect on the life and death of Roc Raida.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

KRS ONE TO HOST RED BULL BC ONE. KRS One is sure to bring the house down by connecting the worlds of music and dance, shining a light on the element of b-boying .. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

RAPINDUSTRY.COM TALK RADIO Flex and Dnell speak on and clown around with Vma's, Kanye, Jill Scott, Whitney Houston, Wendy Williams, Joe Jackson, Kid Cudi, Bill Clinton, What's what in the news, and more.. TUNE IN NOW!!

BET PARTNERS WITH LIVE NATION. BET Networks today announced that they have teamed up with Live Nation, to produce a series of U.S. club and theater tours including the House of Blues and.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

LENGENDARY DJ ROC RAIDA FOUND DEAD Legendary DJ, turntablist and producer Roc Raida, also known as Anthony Williams, found dead at 37.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

KANYE AND LADY GAGA UNITE Kanye West and Lady Gaga today officially announced dates for one of the most anticipated tours of the year .. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

WARNER MUSIC GROUP - SHARES ARE UP. "While EMI's results have improved, the magnitude of the improvement is not robust enough to prevent it from needing more capital".. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

BEYONCE HIT WITH INFRINGEMENT LAWSUIT She has been hit with an infringement lawsuit from Abercrombie & Fitch over plans to release her own perfume .. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

NEW UNRELEASED MUSIC FROM DEATH ROW VAULTS- Snoop and Dre! Listen to this unreleased joint from the Deathrow Vaults.. FALLIN ASLEEP ON DEATH ROW ==LISTEN HERE

JAY-Z DOMINATES THE CHARTS. Jay-Z's BP3 sold more than 476,000 copies in its first week, according to Nielsen SoundScan, giving Jay his .. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

KANYE CALLS TAYLOR SWIFT. After his public apology on The Jay Leno Show, Kanye West has finally personally reached out to pop singer Taylor Swift... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

FLEX AND DNELL BACK ATCHA ! - RAPINDUSTRY.COM TALK RADIO The fellas have alot to talk about..They speak on and clown around with Obama, Talk about Joe Jackson's hair, Drake, Lady Gaga, Jay-Z, What's what in the news, and more.. TUNE IN NOW!!

NIKE TEAMS UP WITH BIRDMAN AMONG OTHERS. To pump up athletes before the game, Nike partnered with Island Def Jam, Universal Motown, and Interscope Records to remix some of today's biggest hip-hop tracks.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

UNIVERSAL MOTOWN PROMOTES NEW VP. Tatia Adams Fox has been promoted to Vice President of Marketing for Universal Motown Records, it was announced by.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

SNOOP TAPPED AS CREATIVE CHAIRMAN OF EMI MUSIC'S PRIORITY RECORDS "It's a new partnership, a new Priority Records, and a new Snoop Dogg".. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

LUDACRIS GIVES AWAY 20 CARS Ludacris has given away 20 cars to people who wrote about their struggles .. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

JAY-Z BP3 TOUR SET. With 21 dates confirmed, the tour will make stops at a mix of college campus arenas and traditional venues across North America.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

FLEX AND D'NELL - RAPINDUSTRY.COM TALK RADIO The fellas have alot to talk about..They speak on and clown around with Jay Z's new album average at best?, Nas, West Coast, Lil Wayne, Lil Boosie gay? and more.. .. LISTEN TO THE SHOW NOW!

LUDA AND SHAWNNA GOIN HARLEY ON UM "You know we're already competitive, so in customizing this bike, in going fast, in living life .in the fast lane... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

KEVIN LILES STEPS DOWN AT WARNER "Kevin Liles is an exceptional executive and one of the most dynamically creative individuals in the industry... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

JAY Z LOOKS PAST BLUEPRINT 3 Jay-Z is already looking past his upcoming Blueprint 3 album and is working on his next album .. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

VH1 REVEALS NEW LINEUP VH1 reveals With All-New Music Extravaganzas, Documentaries, Specials and Returning Hit Series .. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

WEA CORP NAMES NEW PRESIDENT/CEO. WEA Corp., the U.S. sales and retail marketing company of Warner Music Group, announced today the promotion of .. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

JAY-Z SPEAKS ON NEW ALBUM BLUEPRINT 3 LEAK. Jay Z says he's excited rather than angry about his new album Blueprint 3 leaking online... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

NICKI MINAJ SIGNS TO YOUNG MONEY. Lil Wayne asserts, "I am honored to have Nicki Minaj as Young Money's First Lady. She is a star".. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

50 & KIM KARDASHIAN LINK UP. Kim Kardashian has signed a deal with 50 Cent's fragrance company... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

EMINEM DISSING DRAKE,LIL WAYNE & KANYE? A new track leaked yesterday from Drake  Ft.Kanye West Lil Wayne & Eminem. People are saying Em dissed them on  the track.. (LISTEN HERE)

VIBE NAMES NEW EDITOR IN CHIEF. Overall, Mr. Wright said he wanted the Vibe brand to continue to serve the "hip-hop generation" while it expanded its music coverage.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

BUMP J ACCEPTS PLEA DEAL. Chicago rapper Bump J has accepted a plea deal that carries a minimum seven year sentence. .. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

FLEX AND DNELL BACK ATCHA ! - RAPINDUSTRY.COM TALK RADIO The fellas have alot to talk about..They speak on and clown around with Young Money Ent, Drake, Omarion, Mista fab, Kat Deluna a man? .. LISTEN TO THE SHOW NOW

THE BLACK EYED PEAS MAKE HISTORY. "Their record-breaking feat is a phenomenal achievement that underscores will.i.am's ability to craft songs that... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

PITBULL TO PERFORM AT SECRET MYSPACE PARTY. MySpace Music makes its way to Miami to host a special performance by Mr. 305 himself Pitbull, on Thursday, August 20.. GRAB THE FULLREPORT HERE

BOW WOW SIGNS WITH CASH MONEY Upon the first sit-down, I called Birdman and told him what I wanted to do. So it was a no-brainer..He was like... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

DRE, IOVINE AND HP LINK UP TO SAVE SOUND QUALITY. "Our position is to go to all the sources and try to improve sound and educate people...We can't put anything weak in the line...GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

JOE BUDDEN GIVES UPDATE ON RAEKWON SITUATION/ CHALLENGE! Joe Budden wants to Square off with Raekwon and see who gets knocked out.. WATCH THE INTERVIEW HERE

50 TO PERFORM AT SIX FLAGS. "I am constantly searching for ways to give back to the community that helped create me and contributed to my success,".. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

DUNGEON FAMILY REUNITE TOMORROW. this Tuesday night The Dungeon Family are being honored with a celebration like no other.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

JOE BUDDEN JUMPED BY RAEKWON'S CREW? Joe Budden was reportedly attacked by Raekwon's entourage Saturday (August 8) night after a performance in California .. GET THE FULL REPORT HERE

TWISTA, BUSTA & MORE TO TAKEOVER NEW MEXICO! "We are excited to be organizing another Takeover Concert series here in our home-state of New Mexico", said Damian Barth of Fusion Promotions. .. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

BRISCO SAYS HE WASNT BEATEN - Video Interview Rapper Brisco says he wasnt Beaten-- WATCH THE VIDEO INTERVIEW HERE

RAPPER BRISCO BEATEN AND ROBBED AT LOCAL BARBER SHOP. Reports have sufaced that Cash Money rapper Brisco was reportedly pistol whipped beaten and robbed at a Miami barbershop last week... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

JAY-Z, KANYE AND RIHANNA TO PERFORM ON JAY LENO'S PREMIERE. The late night legend Jay Leno will welcome Jay-Z who will perform with Rihanna and Kanye West .. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

SHYNE A FREE MAN IN OCTOBER. A Manhattan judge has signed an order that will see former Bad Boy recording artist Jamal Shyne Barrow... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

SNOOP TO GUEST ON WHO WANTS TO BE A MILLIONAIRE Snoop Dogg is set to guest on the 10th anniversary of the TV game show Who Wants To Be A Millionaire?.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

FABOLOUS TAKES #1 ON THE CHARTS. Rapper Fabolous has his first-ever #1 album as his new record Loso's Way debuts at the top of the Soundscan sales charts this week.. See who else charted.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

COMMON AND THE ROOTS LINK WITH HENNESSY. Hennessy, the most celebrated brands in history, has announced the fourth annual edition of the acclaimed Hennessy Artistry series .. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

T.I. AND LIL WAYNE'S DAUGHTER SHOPPING REALITY GIG? Are Lil Wayne's 10-year-old daughter -- and the 13-year-old daughter of T.I.'s girlfriend shopping a new reality show? GET THE FULLREPORT HERE

EMINEM ISSUE WARNING SHOTS! - Mariah Carey DISS! Slim Shady dropped a new dis track against Mariah called "The Warning." At the beginning of the diss Em tells Carey, "Only reason I dissed you in the first place is because... LISTEN TO THE TRACK HERE

ICE CUBE TO DIRECT ESPN DOCUMENTARY. Ice Cube will be one of many celebrities who will be directing documentaries for ESPN's newest series titled 30 for 30.. GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE

JAY-Z AND EMINEM TEAM UP FOR DJ HERO RENEGADE EDITION. The two hip-hop superstars will be releasing a special edition of "DJ Hero," Activision's upcoming rhythm game.. SEE THE TRAILER HERE

ALFAMEGA TALKS SNITCHIN RUMORS Alfamega Kills Snitching Rumors .. WATCH HERE

DUCK DOWN SIGNS TO BLUE SCHOLORS Blue Scholars will release several upcoming projects through a unique partnership formed with Duck Down Records, and Seattle's Caffe Vita Coffee Co.. GET THE DETAILS ON THE DEAL HERE

GAME SPEAKS ON NEW RED ALBUM. "If you going by current status of the artist's music, then, I mean, I gotta exceed,".. WATCH THE INTERVIEW HERE

VERNON FORREST SHOT AND KILLED Forrest is the third prominent boxer to die this month. Arturo Gatti, who retired in 2007, was found dead July 11..and Alexis Arguello... GRAB THE FULL REPORT HERE