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Soulja Boy Covers First Digital VIBE Magazine

Souljer makes history of sorts as he becomes the artist to cover the first digital edition of VIBE magazine

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Mack Maine On Young Money: “The Crew Can Only Be As Big As The Leader”

Last night I got my hands on The Source’s October/November Power 30 issue with Birdman/Mack Main & The Black Eyed Peas gracing the cover. For the cover feature(s) Maurice G. Garland sits down with Mack Maine to discuss his role under the Young Money/Cash Money umbrella. In the excerpt below, Mack Maine explains how making sacrifices in regards to his career have landed him and his team in the forefront of hip-hop.

Did you ever want to leave Young Money at some point before becoming the president?

Sometimes I call myself the sacrificial lamb. There were times when I could have easily left. But I was born into this family. Career-wise, yeah, at one time I had a big spotlight and people wanted me. As far as people who left Young Money because it wasn’t big enough for them? The crew can only be as big as the leader, so we had to make sure Wayne got to the level that we needed him to be. Some people didn’t stick around because they didn’t see the vision.

STOP THE VIOLENCE: The 25 Most Dangerous HOODS In America

STOP THE VIOLENCE: The list of the most dangerous neighborhoods in America for 2010 dropped today and we are not surprised that Chicago took the not so coveted spot. Using exclusive data developed by Dr. Andrew Schiller's team at neighborhoodscout.com and based on FBI data from all 17,000 local law enforcement agencies the top 25 most dangerous neighborhoods with the highest predicted rates of violent crime in America are analyzed.



Are we surprised that a Chicago neighborhood is number 1? With Derrion Albert and Robert Freeman coming to mind we are not surprised. So what are the factors that go into a neighborhood becoming violent? Could it be drugs, poverty and gangs? It’s most likely all the above, these neighbors are less educated than in most neighborhoods and are low income. Let’s take a look at the facts of the 25 most dangerous neighborhoods in America.

CHICAGO, Ill

Neighborhood: W. Lake St.

Yes we realize that Derrion Albert wasn't from this hood, but Chicago as a whole is in a state of emergency. On of the 15% lowest income neighborhoods for the U.S. They are mostly mixed ages, some young upwardly-mobile singles and some families with school-age children. With a nearly 98% black citizen and ost of them ranging in age 0-17.


Cleveland, OH

Neighborhood: Scovill Ave

Cleveland isn't that far off from the Chi, Scovill Ave with a 98% black population with 40% of the people between the ages 0-17.

Las Vegas NV

Neighborhood: Balzar Ave

It ain't all bright lights in the sin city, on Balazar Ave the violent crime comparison per 1,000 residents is the highest in this neighborhood than the entire state of Nevada.

Atlanta GA.

Neighborhood: Carter St.

The A, Carter St. in particular is the most violent hoods in Atlanta, 126 Crimes per 1,000 residents 118 violent crime incidents.

Philadelphia PA,

Neighborhood: N. 13th Street

Bullies are all over N. 13 St, you chances of being a victim are 1 in 9.

Atlanta GA

Neighborhood: Marietta St.

This Atl street accounts for 114.19 Crimes per 1,000 residents and you have a 1 in 9 chance of being a victim.

Las Vegas NV

Neighborhood: D. St.

Another Vegas hood makes the list, D St. has one of the highest 113.53 Crimes

per 1,000 residents and your chances of being a victim is 1 in 9.

Washington D.C.

Neighborhood: L. St SE

Our nation's capitol has long been a violent city and it's reputation is only getting worse. The gang shootings that plague the streets make headline everyday but the violence continues. In one year your chances of being a victim are 1 in 9.

Chattanooga, TN

Neighborhood: King St.

Tennessee is known for it's great music and culinary heritage but in one Chattanooga hood things are extremely violent. The predicted annual violent crimes are about 114, this hood has a violent crime per resident of about 110.

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Miguel Gets His Sh*T Fuqqed Up While Performing His Hit Single "All I Want Is You"! (Pops Himself In The Face With A Mic)

In N.Y. around the 10-15 second mark

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New Music: Chris Brown, Andre 3000, Kanye West, Drake – Deuces (Remix)

Also featuring verses from T.I., Fabolous, and Tyga. Listen to the mega-remix to Chris’ hit song above.



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Adidas Originals 2010 Fall/Winter Collection

For all you kicks fiends out there, the Adidas 2010 Fall/Winter Collection is sure to blow your socks off. Many changes have been made to previous models, including two updated classics (The Plimsoll 2 Mid and the ZX Light Run) from the adidas Originals adi Color footwear collection.




Also new to the 2010 Fall/Winter Collection is a brand new capsule collection from adidas Originals called SOFTWEAR, which is an entirely new line of progressive designs inspired by classic sports such as running, tennis and basketball. In addition to SOFTWEAR, adidas has also released a complete outfit called The Street Pack, which features a padded vest, a soft flannel checked button down, and a matching NYC timepiece collection. And of course we can't forget about the new adidas Originals Jogging Hi tops, which are sure to keep those ankles warm in the winter.

With all the new colorways available, you are sure to find something to match any outfit.

The Mickey Mouse Penthouse At Disneyland

The Mickey Mouse Penthouse at the Disneyland Hotel in Anaheim, California offers 1,600 square feet and a view of the 500-acre resort through floor-to-ceiling windows.

The square footage is split between a dining and kitchen area, two bedrooms, two and one-half bathrooms, and an open living room sporting a media center with three flat panels and a state-of-the-art home theater system.




Photo sketches and maquettes of Walt Disney and Mickey rarely seen by the public are displayed on the black, white, and yellow walls. Classic images and three-dimensional artwork decorated the rest of the suite.



The master bedroom has a king-sized bed and a 37" flat panel TV.



The master bath has a steam shower, Jacuzzi, and a double vanity with a built-in TV in the mirror. The glass in the shower is made to have images of Mickey appear only when the warm water hits it.

Rihanna Is An Army, Better Yet A Navy

Rihanna was spotted out in New York City last night, September 27, leaving her hotel to check out the nightlife the city has to offer. While out Rihanna did her best to stay dry from the rain wearing a camouflage jacket.

While in New York Rihanna is filming her latest music video for her song, "What's My Name?" Rihanna was seen filming for the music video on the Lower East Side and Central Park over the weekend. To check out RiRi filming her video check out the photos here!

While filming Rihanna was sporting a colorful outfit and her flaming red hair. 'What's My Name?' looks like it will be the second single off her album 'Loud.'

Let The Story Begin - Aston Martin Music

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Grammy Award Winning Production team, The J.U.S.T.I.C.E. League,talk about the latest single off of Teflon Don, ‘Aston Martin Music’. Rook, Colione, and Kenny talk about their experience working with Rick Ross, the making of the beat, and working as a production team.

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Is T.I. Going Back To Jail For Another Year?

It seems that T.I. could be facing another year in jail after the latest incident involving his wife in West Hollywood.

According to a statement released by Atlanta U.S. Attorney Sally Yates, the self proclaimed “King Of The South,” could be going back to the place he was in just a couple of months ago.

U.S. Attorney Sally Yates told the Atlanta Journal-Constitution in a statement released Friday:

“We are very disappointed in Mr. Harris' recent conduct, we will make our sentencing recommendation at the revocation hearing.”


The rapper and his wife, Tameka "Tiny" Cottle could face up to a year in California state prison, after they were found with ecstasy in West Hollywood on September 1st.

To make matters worse, not only did T.I. fail a drug test when traces of codeine were found in his system, but he was also traveling with a convicted felon named Cortez "C-Rod" Thomas.

All infractions are violations of the terms of T.I.'s three-year probation for attempting to purchase machine guns and silencers just before the BET Hip-HopAwards in October of 2007.

HOLD YA' HEAD: T.I. Drug Woes Get Deeper And Deeper

Rapper T.I. may have been sippin' on sizzurp after all the night of his felony drug possession arrest -- because cops say dude had the main ingredient, codeine, when he was busted.


T.I.'s probation officer just filed documents in Georgia that say L.A. County Sheriff's deputies found codeine, marijuana and ecstasy in T.I.'s possession during the September 1 arrest.

As we first reported, T.I. had several Styrofoam cups in his Maybach that night (pictured above). Sizzurp -- aka codeine syrup -- is commonly served in Styrofoam cups.

The document also states that T.I. tested positive for opiates the day after the arrest, but does not name a specific drug. Neither marijuana nor ecstasy are opiates.

Even creepier trailer for Paranormal Activity 2

The trailers for Paranormal Activity 2 have creeped me out more than most entire horror movies have been able to. And as someone who lives for horror movies, that’s saying something. The latest trailer…where do I even begin? Let’s discuss the creepiest moments that I observed, shall we?

First of all, we get a view from the inside of a nursery in the middle of the night. There is a baby cooing and moving around inside of his crib. If a baby is involved, you know it will just go downhill quickly.

Next, we get various “camera views” throughout the house. The images that we see imply that something (or someone) is inside of the house that is not visible via the naked eye.

The trailer should really end there as far as I’m concerned, but alas… we’re back to the baby’s nursery and who do we see? It appears to be none other than Katie Featherson (from Paranormal Activity 1) standing in the doorway of the nursery. By the way, the character’s name is also the name of the actual actress!

This trailer is exactly like the previously released trailer, except for one thing…there is an “easter egg” featuring the baby in the crib at the very end; if the version embedded in this post does not display the extra footage, you may have to visit the movie website in order to view it. Be sure to use your mouse/keypad to get different angles of the room…if you’re that bold.

One more thing. Did anyone else notice at the very end when you look through the mirror and see the baby standing in his crib dancing, that you DON’T see him in the actual crib in his room anymore?

Sold. Paranormal Activity 2 will be released in theaters Friday, October 22.

In Times LIke This, What Do Americans Do? GET HIGH!

Turns out since 2002 people have been getting more and more high and the rate of illegal drug use rose last year to the highest level in nearly a decade, fueled by a sharp increase in marijuana use and a surge in ecstasy and methamphetamine abuse, the government reported Wednesday.


Gil Kerlikowske, the director of the Office of National Drug Control Policy, called the 9 percent increase in drug use disappointing but said he was not surprised given "eroding attitudes" about the perception of harm from illegal drugs and the growing number of states approving medicinal marijuana.

"I think all of the attention and the focus of calling marijuana medicine has sent the absolute wrong message to our young people," Kerlikowske said in an interview.

The annual report from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration found marijuana use rose by 8 percent and remained the most commonly used drug.

Ludacris Weekend Celebrity Basketball Game With Chris Brown, Chris Paul, Nelly + More!

"Unlike most Celeb BBall games this one was actually competitive with decent action thanks to CP3, Chris Brown, Stephen Jackson and Amir Johnson, the game was full of buzzer beaters and entertainment as towards the end a fan challenges Chris Brown to a dance off during a timeout. Other celebs that came out include, Kelly Rowland, Larenz Tate, Bow Wow, Ne-Yo, Keisha Knight Pulliam, Kenyon Martin, Lance Gross and more…" - DTP

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Remembering 9/11

Amid an atmosphere of unease, President Barack Obama wants Americans to mark the ninth anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks by recapturing the sense of common purpose felt on that dreadful day.

"If there is a lesson to be drawn on this anniversary, it is this: We are one nation -- one people -- bound not only by grief, but by a set of common ideals," the president said Saturday in his weekly radio and Internet address.



President Obama continued the commemoration of the National Day of Service and Remembrance for the 9/11 attacks by visiting a DC middle school and helping the Armed Services YMCA program called Operation Kid Comfort.

Juelz Santana & Kimbella Welcome New Baby

According to published reports, Juelz and his girlfriend, video vixen Kimbella have welcomed their new baby in to the world.

Although they have not announced the sex of the new bundle of joy, the new baby makes the couple’s first together, but second for both Juelz and Kimbella, who each have one child from previous relationships.

Kimbella, who has quite a resume on and off the camera, has been romantically linked to R&B singer Trey Songz, Dallas Mavericks’ player Shawn Marion, and rappers Fabolous and Lil Wayne; but has been with Juelz since last summer after being swooned via Twitter and text.

VIDEO: Waka Flocka (Feat. Wale & Roscoe Dash) - No Hands

The official video for Waka Flocka's "No Hands" featuring Wale and Roscoe Dash from his forthcoming Flockavelli album due out October 5th.

AMERIIE GOES GOLD???

Shortly after a name change from Amerie to AMERIIE, she's goes blonde looking a lot like Beyonce. Ameriie explains the premise behind changing her hair color. Enough with the gimmicks and drumming up attention! Concentrate on making an like your first one? Can you do that A?

“I’ve always wanted to go platinum blonde, and I figured I’d finally just do it. One of the things that inspired me are photos I’ve seen of children in the Solomon Islands. They are very brown-skinned, and a lot of them grow white-blonde hair naturally. The contrast in dark skin tone and extremely light hair is really beautiful to me. So I just went for it!”

Soulja Boy Spazzes Out On Twitter, Releases New Single

Soulja Boy is in desperate need of a new publicist. As you've no doubt heard, the "Pretty Boy Swag" emcee has been in the middle of controversy involving Super-Groupie Kat Stacks and a few lines of cocaine. Last night, Soulja went on a bizarre twitter rant against Fabolous, threatening to beat him up. He's since then deleted those tweets, but as he should know by you can't ever really "delete" anying on the internet This isn't the first time Soulja has had Twit-drama. In between tweeting, Soulja Boy has released a new single from his upcoming album Dre, entitled "Speakers Going Ham." The Boi-1Da-produced cut is defintely a step-up for Soulja.

VIDEO: Gucci Mane (Feat. Swizz Beatz) - Gucci Time

The official video for Gucci Mane's "It's Gucci Time" featuring Swizz Beatz from his forthcoming The Appeal: Georgia's Most Wanted album due out September 28th.

Reggie Bush To Be Stripped!

It has been told bye sources that running back Reggie Bush, of the New Orleans Saints football team, is expected to be stripped of college football’s top honor: The Heisman Trophy.

If Reggie Bush’s trophy is taken away he will the first player in the 75-year history of the award to have it taken away. Back in June the NCAA ruled while Reggie Bush was playing for the University of Southern California he committed multiple violations by accepting cash, gifts and other impermissible benefits while playing for the Trojans.

Reggie is not the only one facing sanction for this incident, USC has been stripped of their last two wins from the 2004 season, all their wins from the 2005 season, including the 2005 Orange Bowl, have been banned from bowl games in 2010 and 2011 and will lose 30 scholarships over three years.

The NCAA and the Heisman Trust have been both investigating this situation.

What do you guys think of this situation? Should they be punished this much? Let us know!

Chris Brown Dances The Night With The Basketball Wives

Chris Brown began his Labor Day weekend by hosting a party at Lux Miami Beach on Friday (Sept. 3rd). He performed his number #1 hit “Deuces” as well as “Transform Ya”. Like a true entertainer, a stage was not required for Chris to give the audience a complete experience. He performed the dance routine for both songs while inside the DJ booth! He even did the Dougie for the lively crowd.



Other party goers included Basketball Wives’ stars Jennifer and Eric Williams, Al Reynolds, and the Dallas Mavericks Shawn Marion.

Are Demi Lovato and Trey Songz A 'Hot' Item?

Demi Lovato and Trey Songz have taken their relationship to the next level. Last month we reported that Demi Lovato has the hots for Trey Songz and now she's talking about it even more. Demi Lovato recently lets us on to a little secret, she's twitter BFF's with Trey Songz.

First Demi said she thought Trey was "awesome" now she's added a bit more to his description telling CeleBuzz. "I’m kind of digging Trey Songz - he’s pretty hot. We followed each other on Twitter and direct message each other... He’s pretty awesome."

Personally i would love to see these two together. Outside of the age difference I believe they would make the perfect couple. A new pop super couple, the best of both worlds Disney meets, 106th and Park. Joe Jonas was overheard saying "Damn! Trey Songz really is Mr. Steal Your Girl"

Okay! Joe Jonas wasn't overheard saying that, but it's funny to think he did. No need to fear, Trey stans, Demi claims there is nothing romantic between the two.

Waka Flocka Flame "No Hands" ft. Wale & Roscoe Dash (Behind the Scenes)

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Amber Rose And Soulja Boy Twitter Lovers?

>Amber Rose has been quite busy lately. Hosting parties, making appearances and just being all around fly. The socialite and model was spotted wearing a sexy dress while walking through the streets of Los Angeles. She's also been doing a little flirting with Soulja Boy. Could this be hip hop's new power couple?

Amber Rose was on twitter, holding one of her twitter contest where she called a fan and then Soulja Boy tweeted her asking for a call. Amber Rose replied "Awhh @SouljaBoy U wanted me to call u Baby? ;-)"

This is how love starts! Remember the popular Jay-Z line. "Smiley faces after all of her phrases"?

Soulja asked Amber Rose about her Pretty girl swag and Amber continued to play it up tweeting "Yeah @SouljaBoy U like my swag don't u baby?"

She ended her twitter love affair with Soulja Boy by tweeting "Flirting with Sexy Big Daddy @SouljaBoy Hahahaa Wow Baby ur Fans really love u. It's Fun Making them jealous ;-)"

It's great when FRIENDS play on twitter. It's even better when those friends look as wonderful as Amber Rose does in a sexy dress.

T.I. Wife Tiny Arrested In Los Angeles For Weed

T.I. and his new wife, Tameka "Tiny" Cottle, were arrested in Los Angeles Wednesday (September 1), when cops allegedly found weed in their vehicle. According to TMZ, the rapper (real name: Clifford Harris Jr.) and Tiny were pulled over by L.A. County Sheriff's deputies around 10:30 p.m. Wednesday evening while driving down Sunset Blvd in a Mercedes Maybach. Deputies said they noticed a strong odor of marijuana from inside the vehicle, so they did a full search and both T.I. and Tiny were pulled out and arrested. The charge, according to the site, was possession of a controlled substance. It's unclear how much marijuana was found, or if another substance was found. At the time of this report, both were still in custody, but a bail amount was set at $10,000, so they should be released shortly. TIP and Tiny recently tied the knot in Miami in late July, in a secret ceremony at the Miami Beach courthouse, after which they celebrate on a private island near Miami, followed two more days of partying.

USHER KNEW MARRIAGE TO TAMEKA WOULDN’T LAST

In the latest issue of People magazine, Usher admits what we already knew–his marriage to cougar Tameka Foster just wasn’t going to work.

“I appreciate the relationship for what it was,” he says. “Even though it didn’t work out, I’m glad we got together. I love her as the mother of my children; we just couldn’t be married.”

So what happened? Well, according to the R&B singer they fought over everything from parenting to his hectic schedule.

“We’re two different people,” he says, “and we have two different goals. It just was never going to work out 100 percent.”

Hip Hop Weekly Celebrates 100th Issue in 3D

Hip Hop Weekly has been making a name for itself ever since its first appearance on the newsstands in 2006. Being touted as the number one celebrity newsweekly covering TV, music, fashion, sports and celebrity news in the hip hop community, Hip Hop Weekly has reached their milestone 100th issue and its in 3D!!!!

Dave Mays and partner Ray Benzino, the duo behind the creation of The Source magazine which is known to be the first urban/hip hop magazine, have used forward thinking and innovation to create the success that is Hip Hop Weekly.

“We realized that there was an opportunity to create that type of [weekly] magazine for the hip hop culture and the hip hop generation and we sort of broadened even more than what US Weekly and those magazines do” said Mays. “Hip Hop Weekly is like the next generation, its breaking the mold. The mold that has worked for most magazine the past 10-20 years is broken and you cant do a successful magazine the same way anymore and that's sort of what we learned when we left The Source.”

The 100th issue also includes exclusive interviews with Llyod Banks, Big Meech’s mother Lucille Flenory, the Simmons family, and the stars of the hit movie Takers. Of the 100th issues Mays says, “it’s a great issue, we just really tried to make a great example of what hip hop weekly is all about for people and make it 3D...it’s an action packed issue”

Obama formally ends Iraq combat mission

WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama made it official Tuesday: Operation Iraqi Freedom is over, and the nation’s No. 1 priority is fixing the economy.

“The end of our combat mission in Iraq” comes at comes at “a time of great uncertainty for many Americans,” Obama said in a nationally televised address from the Oval Office.

“But this milestone should serve as a reminder to all Americans that the future is ours to shape if we move forward with confidence and commitment,” he added. “It should also serve as a message to the world that the United States of America intends to sustain and strengthen our leadership in this young century.”

And it opens up another opportunity “to rebuild our nation here at home,” the president said, declaring that “now, it is time to turn the page.”

And it opens up another opportunity “to rebuild our nation here at home,” the president said, declaring that “now, it is time to turn the page.”


YEAHHH OBAMA!!!

Why Nicki Minaj Might The Best Female Rapper EVER

It's unfortunate but we all know the life span of Female rappers is half, maybe even one-third of what it is for a male rapper. When they come out they come in to a male dominate rap world, fighting to prove themselves worth a space in this competitive market. They come with their hardcore lyrics, tough girl attitude and sexy but still don't f*ck with me demeanor. Fast forward two to three albums later, and they become somewhat lost and fizzle out. They have nothing else to prove, therefore they try to switch it up, but ultimately fade out into female rap history.

Then comes Nicki Minaj. Now, I have to admit, I was not a Nicki Minaj fan at first. I came from the era when Foxy Brown, Lil Kim, and Eve were the best female rappers around. They came with raw, emotional talent, spit hard verses and created street anthems. But I'm a public relations major, so I know more then a few things about branding strategies and target markets. Nicki Minaj has created this whole fan-base on her fashion-style, catchy flow, and mass-market appeal. She is the first major female rapper to cross over into a pop market BEFORE even releasing her album, something female rappers in the past of done when releasing their third LP.

I'm also not saying that female rappers have not been able to cross over. Rapper Eve did it perfectly with her hit single "Blow Ya Mind" featuring pop-rock princess Gwen Stefani and Missy Elliot had a whole slew of hit that were heard on both the hip-hop station and the top-40. But with Nicki's new song "Check It Out" featuring pop-producer galore Will.I.Am, the man behind Usher's crossover hit "OMG" and front man of "The Black Eye Peas", many have compared it to something that might of been heard from Katy Perry, and with her success record, that is not a bad thing at all.

Now I KNOW there is a army of Nicki Minaj haters gathering together now that are about to rip me apart, but hear me out. I am by far saying that Nicki is the best female lyricist in the game. Lord knows that title most definitely could be given to some of the pioneers of female rap, I.E Lil Kim, Queen Latifah, and MC Lyte. But I am proclaiming her as the total package on what it is to become a mainstream success in this rap game. She's got the look, she's got the lyrics (home girl definitely got bars under her belt), and she's got the love. There is a whole army of wannabe "Barbies" that follow her every move. And that, to me, is what I think makes the ultimate female rapper. Now I could be totally wrong and she could flop, but I sincerely doubt that.

Rihanna Officially Got Waxed Then Dolled Up

Rihanna is the latest celebrity to get waxed by Madam Tussauds. The famous wax museum will unveil Rihanna's wax figure on Tuesday in Washington DC. Artist studied hundreds of photos and video to create this masterpiece and I must say they hit the nail right on the forehead. Rihanna recently made fun of her large forehead calling it a 5-head, after she burned herself with a curling iron.

The wax figure looks exactly like Rihanna and I"m talking spitting image. I'm sure tourist all over the world will be lining up to take pictures of Rihanna's freshly waxed... figure.

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Young Money Spends Old Money On Birthday Bash

It was a Young Money family affair when Drake went down to New Orleans to celebrate his manager Tez as well as Young Money president, Mack Maine, celebrate their birthday in style. Ya boy Birdman stopped by to celebrate and took a couple snap shots by Derrick G., who seems to be YMCMB official photographer.

From looking at these pictures Drizzy Drake and Birdman are having a grand old time, the only one missing Young Money CEO, Lil Wayne, don't worry Weezy will be home in November and then the real party will start. In the meantime peep Drake and Baby chillin and celebrating their homies birthday.

Wale in Jordan Brand Holiday 2010 Lookbook

Seems like we are seeing rappers, hip hop heads, musicians, and other artists in sneaker culture more than athletes in some Nike and Jordan Brand ads... Is it because Michael Jordan is no longer playing and the brands focus is more lifestyle than performance. Or maybe its just another market to cater to... yea thats it.

Your thoughts?

Jordan Brand has recently dropped the Holiday 2010 Lookbook on us, we get looks at apparel and also the footwear of what we can expect in the next few months.

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Jordan Brand Holiday 2010 Lookbook

The Lookbook is titled “Unconpromised” and DC rapper, hip hop/sneakerhead Wale is the featured in the photos. The Lookbook have both retros and new designs featured throughout. Are you all going for the new or the retro silhouettes? Because don't forget that we will be getting the Air Jordan 13 in the three classic colorways. As the “Playoff” 13s are confirmed as releasing since they show up in this lookbook. We also get a better look at the “Foamposite” Air Jordan 1 that have been stirring up a lot of conversation, and will drop in five different colorways, hats off the Jordan and Wale !

Rihanna Takes Over Twitter, Chris Brown Reacts

Lady GaGa may have some twitter competition now that Rihanna has taken control of her twitter. The superstar singer announced via twitter yesterday that there will no longer be any "corny label tweets".

Rihanna has taken over her twitter and it is going to be interesting to see what misadventures she is going to get into and tweet about and lets all hope she twitpics all her fabulousness.

In fact she wasn't on twitter long before receiving what can be perceived as a subliminal tweet from ex Chris Brown. Within in moments of Rihanna's announcement Brown tweeted that "twitter just got whack". Brown later tried to delete the tweet, unfortunately by that time it had been retweeted by followers numerous times. Suddenly Twitter just got more interesting. Be sure to follow @Rihanna and check out @chrisbrown too.

Video: Lil Wayne’s Tha Carter IV To Drop On Prison Release Date?

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Young Money President Mack Maine told MTV that Lil Wayne may be releasing his highly-anticipated Tha Carter IV album on the day Lil Wayne is released. Let’s not forget the I Am Not a Human Being EP is set for a September 27th drop date, which is Wayne’s birthday. Will the plan fall in place?

Nicki Minaj and Drake Married Announced On Twitter

Nicki Minaj and Drake got married. At least thats what they are telling the world via their twitter page. It all started when Nicki Minaj challenged Drake's manhood by tweeting "U scurred? @drakkardnoir u ready to make the announcement or wha?"

My initial thoughts were more along the line of 'What exactly would that announcement be? Maybe Drake would tell the world they'd be dropping a new song a new song? But MARRIAGE? Really?

Drake replied by tweeting "@nickiminaj Baby I am never scared. PROUD is more the word I would use."

Followed by "Please refer to @nickiminaj as Mrs. Aubrey Drake Graham and dont stare at her too long. She's finally mine. :)"

Nicki Minaj cosigned the whole thing by replying "Yes, its true. Drake and I tied the knot."

So it looks like Drake got the cookies! Congrats Drake. He's getting a track record. Do you believe them?

Pharrell's Black iPAD and Secret Studio Session (PHOTOS)

While everyone else is just getting used to the white iPad, all the apps, along with the futuristic appeal. Pharrell Williams super producer, musician, and fashion icons stays ahead of the game with worldly travels and crazy electronics.

And it also seems that we will be seeing Kanye West and Pharrell / N*E*R*D* collabs soon as they pose for a snapshot in the studio. Also Swizz Beats in the picture... wow that song production will be crazy.

Many may still be trying to make the decision of purchasing the latest Apple electronic, it is quite the deal and real cool to mess around on while watching tv or waiting at the airport. It is a definite casual browser which makes it easy to navigate and use Apples Apps. Pharrell has made the purchase and also found the Black iPad for an on spot purchase, the custom all black iPad from the Colette Paris store for around $900.

FASHION: Grandpa Swag

Grandfathers aren't exactly known for being the most stylish men on the planet. Who can blame them, though? Honestly, are you going to be interested in the latest fashion trends at age 70? It seems like recently, though, a lot of hip-hop's elite are taking fashion cues from their granfather's closet. Stacy Adams suits, high waters, easter-egg pink crocodile shoes, argyle sweaters, bowties - all of these cliches of bad grandpa style are being reappropriated into the new "Grandpa Swag". Check out some famous examples.

Video: Tyga – Hard In The Paint

Young Money is doing there thing right now we all know that, but Tyga killed this freestyle!

VIDEO: Trey Songz: My Moment (The Next)

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It’s BEYOND me why this show isn’t getting pushed like it should be. You know what, let me just be quiet and post this episode. Below, you can find a link to all the previous episodes from Trey’s My Moment series. Passion, Pain & Pleasure hits stores September 14.

In this week episode, Trey and Kevin Liles (Trey’s manager) meet up with Shawn Carter and Rocawear to discuss being the new face of Rocawear’s fall campaign. Trey also takes a few vacation days with his hometown homies while Team Songz preps for the Passion, Pain & Pleasure tour.

Video: T.I.’s AXE Music “One Night Only” Secret Show

T.I. makes a triumphant return to the stage last week at AXE Music’s One Night Only concert series stop in the Big Apple. The official footage from the show appears above including more performances with Tip’s good friends, Keri Hilson and Swizz Beatz after the jump.

Remembering the Late, Beautiful Aaliyah

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We wanted to send a special "We Miss You" to the late Aaliyah Haughton as today Wednesday, August 25th is 9 years to the day when Aaliyah tragically died in a plane crash. The plane crash happened in the Bahamas after filming the music video for "Rock The Boat".

Since the tragic accident and 9 years later, Aaliyah's music and movie career has achieved commercial success with several continued releases. And now her album sales are estimated to be between 24 to 32 million copies worldwide. The beautiful Singer, Model, Actress was only 22 years old in 2001, Aaliyah would have just now been hitting her 30s. That was a very sad sad Sunday Morning as most everyone probably remembers what they were doing or where they were when they got the news. So may she forever Rest In Peace as we can celebrate all that she left behind for the world.

Aaliyah brought a different style that changed the game... her style was sexy but it was something that was totally different. The sweatsuits, hats, and was a look that dudes loved and the girls copied. Via Sneaker Me Stupid, with the all white 1995 Nike Air More Uptempo in the first pic ...

Your spirit and touch lives on, Rest in Peace !

These Little Girls Losing Their DAMN MINDS Over Chris Brown (Of Course He Breaks Down The Dougie, Too)

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Yesterday Chris Brown stopped by BET’s “106 & Park” to discuss his BET Awards Michael Jackson tribute, the rumored tour with Usher and to teach his fans how to dougie. The ladies in the audience went bananas! Cue the clip…

Kat Stacks At It Again! Films Her & Soulja Boy At The Hotel Together (Shows That Nose Candy & Calls Him A Coke Head)

Ok we just got word of this last night, at first I didnt think that was my boy Souljaboy in the video but mannnnn thats Souljaboy all day! You be the judge!

Uh Oh! Kanye West Spells His Man, Swizz Beatz Last Name Wrong

For those who don't know what a fact checker is, it is someone who has to verify every single fact written in a magazine. Sometimes these facts include the spelling of names.

A misspelled album cover with Swizz Beatz's name on it