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News Diddy & Cassie Nude Photos Leak <p>Nude photos of rumored hip-hop couple Diddy and Cassie have leaked online and show the two artists being overly intimate with one another.<br /> <br /> Romantic pictures of Puff and Cass hit the Internet Wednesday (February 9) evening.<br /> <br /> By Rose Lilah February 10, 2011 21.8K Views
News Meek Mill Signs to Maybach Music; Speaks on Deal and New Mixtapes <p>Rick Ross is continuing to beef up his Maybach Music Group, having just added Meek Mill to the roster earlier today (February 8).<br /> <br /> “I’m feelin’ good—feelin’ great, man,” Meek told XXLMag.com shortly after letting the ink dry on the papers. “That’s why Twitter’s a good thing. You let people know what’s going on live and direct.”<br /> <br /> By Rose Lilah February 08, 2011 3.0K Views
News Kendrick Lamar & J. Cole Say Collabo Mixtape is Gonna “Shock The World” <p>Roc Nation signee J. Cole and Top Dawg Entertainment’s Kendrick Lamar are set to team up for an as-yet-untitled collaborative mixtape. XXLMag.com spoke to Lamar, who’s been busy in the studio working with Dr. Dre on <em>Detox</em>, to find out more details on the joint disc.</p> By Rose Lilah February 08, 2011 6.3K Views
News J. Cole, Drake to Premiere 'In the Morning' Video on Feb. 14 <p>All the ladies in the back: Scream! J. Cole is teaming up with Drake to make a video for their 'Friday Night Lights' collaboration 'In the Morning.' The video is actually set to drop on Feb. 14, so fans can think of it as the ultimate Valentine.<br /> <br /> By Rose Lilah February 08, 2011 409 Views
News T-Pain to Leak 'RevolveR' Album <p>T-Pain, a once-unstoppable hit maker, now finds his trusty Auto-Tune on the outs with most music fans, and his label doesn't appear to be willing to put out a long-in-the-works album entitled 'RevolveR.' So, T-Pain plans on leaking his own album.<br /> <br /> By Rose Lilah February 08, 2011 277 Views
News Lil Wayne Pays Off Million Dollar Tax Debt <p>While other rappers just can't seem to stay out of trouble with Uncle Sam, Lil Wayne is doing the opposite. The Young Money CEO, reportedly paid off his over $1.13 million tax lien originally filed in June of last year. According to the documents, Weezy cleared up the debt last November, and is listed as a self-employed small business owner in Miami.<br /> <br /> By Rose Lilah February 07, 2011 672 Views
News Funkmaster Flex's Wife Addresses Assault Arrest <p>Days after New York radio host Funkmaster Flex was arrested for allegedly assaulting his wife, Monica Joseph-Taylor has now discussed the incident.<br /> <br /> Remaining mum on the situation's details, Mrs. Joseph-Taylor asked for the public to respect their privacy.<br /> <br /> By Rose Lilah February 07, 2011 1.7K Views
News Funkmaster Flex Reportedly Arrested for Assault <p>Funkmaster Flex, the legendary New York City DJ, car fanatic and Hot 97 personality, might be atop the ratings when it comes to radio, but that doesn't mean he's above the law. According to TMZ, the hefty DJ was reportedly arrested earlier today in New York after a 40-year-old woman from Westchester called police and said that Flex pushed her, attempted to shatter her cell phone and then sent over some threatening messages.<br /> <br /> By Rose Lilah February 05, 2011 498 Views
News Juelz Santana Calls Drug Bust A Joke, "They Put Me Out As Selling Dime Bags Of Weed" <p>Fresh off his drug and weapons arrest yesterday afternoon, Juelz Santana is out on bail and already talking about the incident. The Dipset rapper called into Hot 97’s Angie Martinez to clarify his legal situation and proclaim his innocence.<br /> <br /> By Rose Lilah February 04, 2011 726 Views
News 50 Cent Pokes Fun at Kanye, Khalifa in 'Old 2003 Ferrari' <p>It looks like 50 Cent is taking it back to the old school, getting back to the basics courtesy of his new joint, 'Old 2003 Ferrari.' Although he has yet to follow the lead of other rappers like Kanye West, Swizz Beatz and Timbaland by announcing a day of the week for free song releases, the Queen's native appears to be fully submerged in his musical comeback.<br /> <br /> By Rose Lilah February 04, 2011 450 Views
News Juelz Santana Arrested on Weapons and Drug Charges <p>Juelz Santana was arrested in New Jersey Wednesday afternoon (Feb. 2), just two weeks after his studio was raided by authorities. Bergen County Prosecutor John L. Molinelli announced late Wednesday that Santana, born Laron James, was busted on four counts of narcotic and weapon offenses. The arrest comes as a result of a 10-month investigation of Santana and his cohorts, conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutorís Office Gang Unit.<br /> <br /> By Rose Lilah February 03, 2011 421 Views
News Nicki Minaj Outshines Kanye West in Album Sales <p>After only 10 weeks on the charts, Nicki Minaj has passed Kanye West in total album sales.<br /> <br /> Following her impressive appearance on 'Saturday Night Live' last week, the Young Money rapper's debut 'Pink Friday,' climbed six spots on Billboard's Top 200, reaching no. 3, with total sales of 989,300, 38,500 in the last week.<br /> <br /> By Rose Lilah February 03, 2011 335 Views