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Ciara vs Britney vs Janet?! Ci-Ci Gets Confident with Fantasy Ride!! from Radio Planet on Vimeo . Music Biz: The-Dream, Christina Milian Engaged! According to S2S Magazine, Terius "The-Dream" Nash and Christina Milian are officially engaged to be married.The pair reportedly revealed the news to the magazine backstage at Keyshia Cole's "A Different Me" tour in Washington DC, with Keyshia also stating that she wanted to give the happy couple a shout out on stage but was waiting for them to break the news to the media. The loved up duo are set to celebrate their engagement party in The Bahamas, though no official date has been revealed yet. Wow I think these two are moving way too fast and it really seems like the whole fucking for tracks things is believable as far as Christina Milian is concerned. I still like her though! lol Pleasure P Album Preview! Click here to check out the new Pleasure P album fore it hits the internet and the stores on June 9. Sade Retu...

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If you've seen one performance of "Love Sex Magic", you've seen them all. No offense to CiCi cause she does work it in every performance but I'm just saying! Music Biz: Black Eyed Peas Album Preview! The Black Eyed Peas is releasing their new album, "The E.N.D." very soon(not sure of the release date). Click here to preview the album before it hits the internet and the stores!

Maxwell is currently on the promo circuit promoting his return to the limelight with his new album, "Black Summer's Night" in stores July 7. ---------------- Now playing: Da Brat - That's What I'm Looking For via FoxyTunes

Yesterday I previewed the video to Jeremih's "Birthday Sex", now here is the full version. Birthday Sex ---------------- Now playing: Da Brat - Hands In The Air via FoxyTunes

Another Nicki Minaj interview. You can't escape these..at least not on this blog, you cant.

Ray J has a song from his last album, "All I Feel" called "Good Girl Gone Bad". The chorus says 'When a good good girl goes bad, she's gone forever...". True words indeed. These ladies have no problem being bad and you can bet it was a man who drove half of them, if not all to their current 'bad' status! Toni Braxton - The video for Toni's "Your Makin' Me High" raised more than a few eyebrows. What was more hair-raising was the lyrics which were about masturbation. Christina Milian - Not content on her wholesome good girl image, Christina called on singer/songwriter Teedra Moses to pen the racy hit single,"Dip it Low". The video was even more racy with Christina dancing in lingerie and froliquing in paint. Gotta love it! Brandy - Brandy's personal life has overshadowed her music in recent years. With 2004's "Afrodisiac" Brandy was brutally honest. Admitting to adulterous affairs and using the word...

I was so excited about The-Dream's new album and I was very disappointed. That's why I don't like to get too excited about things even music. "Walkin" has gotten a lot of buzz online but its just an okay song to me. ---------------- Now playing: Boyz II Men - Boo'd Up --bsaii.blogspot.com-- via FoxyTunes

Fabolous hits us with a double whammy of new videos. The second one you can check out below this. Fab is keeping it in the family by working with The-Dream and Jeremih. I'm not mad at him though. I'm sure those collabos are easier to come by being they are all label mates. ---------------- Now playing: Keri Hilson - Tell Him The Truth via FoxyTunes

My friend and I were just watching this video earlier. He said that he doesn't believe Fab as a rapper. He didn't feel the passion in this clip. He felt that he could do him one better! Ha! He probably could though. I don't have anything against Fab though. He is cool with me. ---------------- Now playing: Foxy Brown - Bulletproof Love/One Love ft. Lil Mo via FoxyTunes

You would think the video to this song would of been out ages ago especially since the song is the #1 R&B song and is close to going top 10 on the Pop charts. Shame on you Def Jam! Music Biz: Rihanna Subpoenaed! Rihanna is scheduled to attend a court hearing next month as a possible witness in the assault case against Chris Brown.According to Usmagazine.com, Rihanna’s lawyer, Donald Etra, says that his 21-year-old client will be subpoenaed by prosecutors to testify at Brown’s preliminary hearing in Los Angeles on June 22.On Thursday, a judge denied a motion by Brown’s attorney, Mark Geragos, to require the LAPD to release confidential records to determine who leaked a photo of a beaten Rihanna to the media.The 20-year-old “Run It!” singer has pleaded not guilty to assault and criminal threats charges stemming from the February incident. ---------------- Now playing: Imajin - Flava via FoxyTunes

Jermaine Dupri and gang take you behind the scenes for the "Living The Life" mixtape party. Music Biz: Kid Cudi Plans New Single! Kanye West says he's been there before. "I've had girlfriends who had girlfriends," he said. So when he discovered what Lady Gaga was actually singing about on "Poker Face," he was attracted to the record. Then when he saw her perform a different version of the song on the Internet, he was hooked. Kanye sampled the song for Kid Cudi's next single, "I Make Her Say," which was formerly titled "I Poke Her Face." "It's a single for Cudi," Kanye explained. "Due to radio, the name of the song is called, 'I Make Her Say.' Jay-Z Moves To Sony? After buying back his remaining album from Def Jam for a reported $5 million, Jay-Z could be making a move to be closer to his wife. HITS Daily Double reports that Hov has been in discussions to take his Roc Nation label under the Sony umb...

Pleasure P is releasing his long-awaited album, "The Intro of Marcus Cooper"(his government name). The album is led by singles, "Boyfriend #2" and "Did You Wrong". This is one of the few albums I am actually looking forward to. Can't wait to hear it. I hope it is good. Below you can check out the new tracklisting for the album. And "Under" is the 3rd single off the album which was produced by Tank. 1. I'm A Beast (feat. Yung Joc) 2. Boyfriend #2 3. Tender Roni (Handcuffin') 4. Under 5. Let Me 6. Gotta Have U 7. Did You Wrong 8. Deserves An Encore 9. Nocturnal 10. If U Were My Girl 11. Birthday Suit 12. Dream In The Air ---------------- Now playing: Foxy Brown - Cruel Summer via FoxyTunes

This video has been talked about and in the works for a minute. Rihanna makes a cameo in this video but after awhile it starts to look like her own video. There are reports that suggest that Kanye and Rihanna are a couple now. What happened to Amber Rose?(Kanye's current girlfriend?) Better yet what about Keri Hilson?(seem to have a type of chemistry when they appear in videos together or in interviews). ---------------- Now playing: Kelis - Wouldn't You Agree (feat. Just via FoxyTunes

If your a true hip hop head and I'm not really claiming to be one, if you see the title, "Street Dreams" you think of Nas. Well this isn't even about Nas but an upcoming movie which Pharrell plays a big part in...and I mean musically not acting(not that I recall). Pharrell Williams Talks "Street Dreams" from nation on Vimeo . ---------------- Now playing: Katy Perry - I Kissed A Girl via FoxyTunes

Drake already has the internet abuzz with a series of mixtapes. I've yet to get into him and I can't say if I will or not. I just don't see what the fuss is all about. Kanye, on the other hand has been hot and he's coming off his very successful, "808s & Heartbreak" album which was one of my favorites last year. ---------------- Now playing: Trina - Killing You Hoes via FoxyTunes

Kelly Rowland is making a killing overseas with popularity that easily slays her popularity here in the states. You can check her out behind the scenes as shoots her latest music video. Music Biz: Eve Plans New Album! Rapper & fashion icon Eve has revealed via Twitter that her long awaited fourth studio album "Flirt" will drop this October. Originally titled "Here I Am" and set for release back in 2007, the album suffered many setbacks which eventually caused Eve to part with label Aftermath and find a new home with Geffen, which included a total reworking of the album. Eve has revealed via her Twitter that the album will see a "big collabo will change female Hip-Hop." Eve has been talking about this album now for ages. When she released "Tambourine" a few years ago she should of just ran with that. The single did moderately well enough to put her album out behind but obviously not good enough for her label. To me Eve's heart doesn't ...

Perhaps one of the most attention getting members of Pretty Ricky is Spectacular and this video is crazy to say the least.

Two of the baddest bitches in rap team up for this exclusive interview. Check it out!

It is a very slow news day and for that let me take the time to personally wish everyone of you a Happy Memorial Day. Our throwback video is from R. Kelly protege, Sparkle. Sparkle hit it big with the R.Kelly-assisted debut single, "Be Careful". Her debut album, "Sparkle" went platinum. After a falling out with R. Kelly Sparkle returned to music with her second album, "Told Ya So". Sparkle is said to be working on a new album. ---------------- Now playing: Ashanti - Girlfriend (Produced By LT Hutton) via FoxyTunes

Queen Pen speaks out against domestic violence Music Biz: Fantasia Plans New Album, Career Moves! American Idol winning singer Fantasia has a lot on her plate this year, one of the things she admits she's focused on is her next album. While the effort is currently untitled, Fantasia says "I want to reach back to the audience I had from Idol. What I want is a timeless record".In related news, Fantasia is stepping back onstage for another run of "The Color Purple" this summer. She will also take on reality television via a soon to be aired series at VH1. ---------------- Now playing: 2pac - So Many Tears via FoxyTunes

Chrisette Michele recently celebrated her "Epiphany" album debuting at #1 last week, her first ever. Congrats to her again! The album is really good. Epiphany Jim Fal Live by yardie4lifever2 ---------------- Now playing: Cheri Dennis feat Yung Joc - Portrait via FoxyTunes

I don't really keep up with the new breed of male rappers which includes rappers like Asher Roth and Charlems Hamilton. The latter gets into a heated battle with a female poet and judging from the title you can guess what happens next. Check it out!

Music Biz: Lil' Wayne Pushed Back! One month after it was reported that Lil Wayne’s new album Rebirth was pushed back to June, XXLMag.com has learned that the project has been moved once again. Reports came out today that the disc was moved, and a label rep has confirmed that the experimental album will now come out sometime in July. It is unclear if the several tracks that have leaked on the net will be included on the CD, like “Politics” with Gudda Gudda or “Spit In Your Face” with Cash Money artist Kevin Rudolf. They might as well go ahead and shelved this album. It really seems like this is what it will eventually come to. Jay-Z Leaves Def Jam! Hip-Hop mogul Jay-Z has reportedly bought out the remainder of his business contract with Def Jam Records, including his unreleased Blueprint 3 album obligation, for roughly $5 million. As Roc Nation, Jay-Z's new home under the Live Nation umbrella, takes shape, the hip-hop superstar has reportedly bought back the last remaining reco...

"If You Were An Artist What Producer Would Executive Produce Your Album" was last week's poll and now the results are in. Coming in at 11% of the votes, Kanye West tops the list. Tying at #2 was Danja and Timbaland. Here is the rest of the list as follows: Other - 6% Polow Da Don - 6% The Neptunes - 4% The-Dream/Tricky Stewart - 4% Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis - 4% None of them - 4% Rodney Jerkins - 2% Raphael Saadiq - 2% Bryan Michael Cox - 2% Dallas Austin, Babyface - 2% Irv Gotti - 1% ---------------- Now playing: TLC - Take Our Time via FoxyTunes

The fabulous Trina is returning this fall with her new album, "Amazin" in stores September 22. The rapper appears on the cover of 'bleu' magazine. I don't like how Trina's eye looks they should of fixed that but glad to see her on the cover and getting ready to smash all over again. "Still Da Baddest" was a very hot album and sadly overlooked. Music Biz: Fabolous Preps New Album! Below you can check out the tracklisting for the new Fabolous' new album, "Loso's Way" in stores soon. I will post the album cover once it becomes available. 1. “The Way (Intro)” (StreetRunner) 2. “Imma Do It” (DJ Khalil) 3. “My Time” featuring Jeremih (The Runners) 4. “Please Don’t Go” featuring Marsha Ambrosius (Syience) 5. “Lullaby” (The Alchemist) 6. “When the Money Goes” featuring Jay-Z (Jermaine Dupri) 7. “Throw It in the Bag” featuring The-Dream (Tricky Stewart) 8. “General” featuring Lil Wayne (Miguel) 9. “Pachanga” (Sid V) 10. “Last Time” featuring...

Music Biz: Natalie Cole Gets New Kidney! Rhythm and blues singer Natalie Cole, who has been battling Hepatitis C, received a new kidney in Los Angeles and is resting comfortably, her spokeswoman said on Wednesday.Cole, the 59-year-old daughter of R&B legend Nat "King" Cole, underwent surgery at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles on Tuesday. The kidney came from a deceased organ donor, the spokeswoman said in a statement.She has been receiving kidney dialysis three times a week since September, even as she toured the world to promote her new album, "Still Unforgettable." Cole will recuperate for the next three to four months, forcing her to postpone a summer tour, the statement said. I was just watching Natalie Cole on "Larry King Live" a few weeks ago and I am glad to hear she finally got her kidney. ---------------- Now playing: Electrik Red - Drink In My Cup (Produced By Tricky And The-Dream) via FoxyTunes

Beyonce struts her stuff on the cover of her newest DVD, "Above And Beyonce" in stores June 16. A previous post of mine gives a little more detailed info about the DVD. Speaking of Beyonce I just saw "Obsessed" last night and I realized what a horrible actress Beyonce really is. She has to really do something left field I think that will surprise people. Music Biz: Jagged Edge Signs To Slip-N-Slide! Grammy nominated R&B group Jagged Edge is ready to break ground on new music thanks to a recently signed deal with Slip N Slide Records.Joining labelmates Trina, Rick Ross and Trick Daddy, Jagged Edge is fast at work on their next album set for release in 2010."We are happy to embark on our collaboration between 581 Muzik Group and Slip-N-Slide Records. They have been a dominating force in rap music and we have been a driving force in R&B music. Together Ted Lucas and Jagged Edge will make for a groundbreaking 2010! Look out for our new album in 2010," ...

Music Biz: Usher Reveals New Album Title! Mariah Carey is not the only one making album announcements. Usher also revealed the title of his new album on Wednesday.The R&B heartthrob has titled his sixth studio effort Monster. It will be released this fall, according to a statement from his publicist. Usher has collaborated with Jermaine Dupri and Ne-Yo on Monster, the follow-up to 2008’s platinum-selling Here I Stand. The new album title is sorta reminding me of "Thriller". Let's hope this "Monster" is as monster as it claims to be. A lot of people were let down with "Here I Stand" which I thought was a really good album in my opinion. No it wasn't "Confessions" but it represented where Usher was at that time of his life. Eminem Set To Debut At #1! Four and a half years after he released his last studio album, Eminem is headed for his fifth straight No. 1 debut next week on the Billboard 200. The artist's "Relapse" (Shad...

For a long time we've been hearing about Trina's new album, ,'Amazin' in stores September 22. Now the rapper talks about her upcoming album, Nicki Minaj, and more. I'm a big Trina fan so I can't wait for the new album. Music Biz: Mariah Carey Preps New Album! Mariah has chosen"The Memoirs of an Imperfect Angel" for her 12th studio album which is set to be released this fall. The album follows the ill-fated, "E=MC2" which was released last year. Mariah is making headlines for her portrayal of a counselor in the upcoming movie, "Precious" in theaters soon. The movie also stars commedienne/actress Mo'nique. ---------------- Now playing: Mya - Ridin' via FoxyTunes

Nicki Minaj continues her internet dominance. This time the rapper takes us behind the scenes as she plots her 'Minaj' jean line! Check it out! Kanye West Pleads Not Guilty! Kanye West has pleaded not guilty to misdemeanor charges stemming from a scuffle with a paparazzo last year.Los Angeles City Attorney's spokesman Nick Velasquez says West entered the plea through his attorney on Friday. The 31-year-old was not in court.City prosecutors charged the rapper with misdemeanor battery, grand theft and vandalism. West was arrested on Sept. 11 after an incident in which he was shown breaking a paparazzo's camera flash at Los Angeles International Airport.West's attorney, Blair Berk, declined to comment on the plea.The next scheduled hearing in the case is July 15. Monica's Reality Show! Click here to get an exclusive preview of Monica's upcoming reality show! ---------------- Now playing: Ashanti - In These Streets (Produced By Ron "neff-U" Feemst...

Music Biz: Dolla Shot & Killed! The man killed during a high-profile shooting at the Beverley Center in Beverley Hills, California today was Atlanta rapper Dolla, sources have confirmed with AllHipHop.com.Dolla, born Roderick Anthony Burton II, hailed from East Atlanta and Los Angeles. He was signed to Akon’s Konvict Muzik imprint.The rapper was shot and killed shortly after 3:00 PM near the La Cienga Boulevard entrance, after a fight between a group of individuals broke out.Witnesses report that a woman was seen firing a handgun. Another source said a male suspect was arrested at Los Angeles International Airport as he attempted to board a flight.Dolla was originally a member of Hip-Hop group Da Razkals Cru, before he landed a gig for Sean “Diddy” Combs as a model for Sean John.Dolla had gained a buzz via his track "Who The Heck Is That?" which featured T-Pain and Tay Dizm.The rapper was reportedly working on his debut solo album titled a Dolla & A Dream. Elektric Re...

Perhaps one of the most underrated singers around(and in history) is Ms. Teedra Moses. Free from her deal with TVT Records(which went bankrupt), the singer is ready to release her new album, "The Young Lioness" this August. Watching this interview made me wanna throw some Teedra on too. If you are unfamiliar with Teedra and some of her work, you can click here to check out her MySpace page. Her repertoire includes Macy Gray, Trina, and Christina Milian. ---------------- Now playing: Teedra Moses - You'll Never Find [A Better Woman] (Feat. Jadakiss) via FoxyTunes

Ciara continues with her promo tour across the world this time stopping in Europe. The video is rather long(21 mins. or so to be exact). Check it out! Ciara has really been grinding and hopefully it all pays off in the end. Music Biz: Al B. Sure! Returns! Veteran R&B singer/songwriter Al B. Sure! has signed with Hidden Beach Recordings and will release a new album on June 23. "Honey I'm Home" signals the artist's first new studio project in over 15 years. The 13-track CD features the sensual lead single "I Love It (Papi Aye, Aye, Aye)," which is currently available on iTunes.Here's the complete track listing for "Honey I'm Home": 1. "Nite and Day (Interlude)" 2. "I Love It! (Papi Aye, Aye, Aye)" 3. "I'm Glad" 4. "Top of Your Lungs!" 5. "All I Wanna Do" 6. "Lady in My Life" 7. "Dedicate My All" 8. "Bye the Way, By the Way" 9. "Only You!" 10. ...

There is certainly no shortage of Nicki Minaj interviews on the net. I think every other day I'm posting a new interview from her. Nicki talks about what 3 females inspire her and their not all rappers either. Check it out!

Ocean's 7 consists of Bryan Michael Cox, Jermaine Dupri, Johnta Austin, Trey Songz, Bow Wow, and Tyrone. I was a little annoyed being that most of the people featured on this song are annoying to me. Music Biz: John Legend Signs Brother To Label! John Legend didn't have to look very far to find his next protégé. After two years of helping him develop as an artist, the R&B singer is gearing up to introduce his younger brother, Vaughn Anthony, as the second signing to his HomeSchool Records imprint."[Vaughn] has a great voice and a great talent for writing, and I've seen that grow over time because he just worked so hard at it," Legend tells Billboard.com. "I think he's ready now."Legend officially signed Anthony to HomeSchool in November 2007, just weeks after unveiling the label's first signing, U.K. singer Estelle. Since then, the 28-year-old has cut his teeth as one of Legend's background vocalists on tour and released a six-track E.P. ...

Last week saw the release of naked pictures of Rihanna and Cassie. Later on there were semi nude pictures of Lenny Kravitz leaked out but by the singer himself. Wow! Based on all that activity I came up with poll for "What artist would you like to see naked?". I will be honest when I came up with the artists to include, I went somewhat by popularity. I forgot the fact that we did see Ciara somewhat nude on Vibe last year. Now for the results. No surprise that Beyonce came in at #1 with 29% of the vote. Following closely behind was Keri Hilson with 23%. My friend was wondering who would want to see Keri Hilson naked. (No offense to anyone who does). He was joking though. Anyway Ciara surprisingly came in 3rd with 22%. You can check out the rest of the list below as follows: Christina Milian - 17% Lil' Wayne - 16% Alicia Keys - 15% None of them - 13% Kanye West - 8% 50 Cent - 6% Jay-Z - 4% Other - 4% The-Dream - 3% Umm... - 3% ---------------- Now playing: Bobby Valentino -...

Pharrell stops by to talk to two students after a performance with N.E.R.D. He talks about his ever expanding sound and the future of N.E.R.D. Check it out! Not a big fan of N.E.R.D. but I hear Neptunes is working with Brandy on a new album! Yay! Music Biz: Ciara Tops Chart! CHART BEAT BITS: With the debut of "Fantasy Ride," Ciara becomes the third female this decade to start her career with at least three top three albums on both the Billboard 200, where the set arrives at No. 3, and Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums (No. 1). She joins Alicia Keys and Beyonce, who began with four and three No. 1s, respectively, on each chart ...

---------------- Now playing: Busta Rhymes - Give Em What They Askin for via FoxyTunes Trey Songz recently released his first single, "I Need A Girl" from his upcoming album, "Ready" coming soon. Based on this interview and the sexual nature of it, I can understand why Trey "needs a girl". He's probably of tired of the hoe's!

---------------- Now playing: Jamie Foxx ft T.I. - Just Like Me via FoxyTunes Vanessa Williams returns to music something she started back in the late 80s with hits like "Dreamin" and "The Right Stuff". Now the singer/model/actress returns with a new video and new album, "The Real Thing". The song is produced by Babyface. Check it out! I love Vanessa don't get me wrong but the video is kinda bland and boring but Vanessa is nice to look at. They should of changed it up a little bit more though.

---------------- Now playing: Ne-Yo Ft. Jamie Foxx & Fabolous - She Got Her Own (Miss Independent Remix) via FoxyTunes Music Biz: Yung Joc Sues Diddy, Record Label! Yung Joc is going after the infamous career-ending Diddy and Bad Boy Records. He might be the only one in the history of Bad Boy to actually take Diddy to court over money and his music. The multi-platinum rap star alleges that Block Ent/Bad Boy hasn’t offered any label support since 2007. Yung Joc went on to make shocking claims about the inner dealings of Block Ent. According to Joc, he’s paid for his own public relations, claims to not be receiving his advance money for his projects, alleges that Block has used advances for other projects, and even makes shocking claims regarding his former management company 9196. Well, well this is pretty surprising. I think this is just as surprising as Yung Joc making last year's list of Forbes Top Selling rappers. T.I. Headed To Jail! T.I. will be coming to Arkansas by May 2...

LeToya is riding high with new single, "Not Anymore". Meanwhile while the album, "Lady Love" will be in stores soon. Check this exclusive performance of the singer.

Ginuwine is back on the scene with a new album, "A Man's Thoughts" in stores this June. Check out an exclusive performance from the singer.

With "Fantasy Ride" under performing on the charts this week, Ciara is going to need a bagful of tricks to save this album. Next single, "Like A Surgeon" (which single cover is to the right)has been selected as the album's 3rd single. Now overtime I have read several different stories about her 3rd single. My friend says on the CD sticker it says "Keep Dancing" on me and I also read that "Tell Me What Your Name Is" is supposed to be a single. But who knows.

---------------- Now playing: Jadakiss - Grind Hard Ft. Mary J. Blige via FoxyTunes Keri Hilson is riding high with her debut album, "In A Perfect World" as well as her new single, "Knock U Down" featuring Kanye & Ne-Yo. Check out this exclusive interview with the star!

---------------- Now playing: Madonna - 4 Minutes (Album Version) (Feat. Timbaland And Justin Timberlake) via FoxyTunes Ciara may of not had the week's highest debut this week as expected but she did debut at #3 this week(read below). Ciara has been promoting the hell out of her, "Fantasy Ride" album so maybe the steam will pick up over time. Then again a lot of the music has been heard so long ago so its not exactly the freshest batch of music out right now. Music Biz: Jay-Z, Ciara Tour Together! Jay-Z and Ciara are planning a summer tour together, the former's representative has confirmed to Billboard.com. "I will say it because the information has been leaked. Me and Jay-Z will be doing a 10-city tour run together! More details coming soon! [sic]" Ciara revealed on Twitter Monday night. The full itinerary has not yet been announced, but Jay-Z's rep did say it won't be a 10-city tour, although she wouldn't confirm if it was more shows or less. ...

You can't get any hotter than Nicki Minaj. Setting the world on fire with her brand new mixtape, "Beam Me Up Scotty", Nicki Minaj has the internet on lock with exclusive interview after interview. While a lot of the interviews can be pretty samey(in terms of questions), Nicki definitely keeps her name out there. Can't be mad at that!

The Game tricked everyone into believing his last album,'L.A.X.' was his last album but apparently not. The outspoken rapper talks about his new album and a lot more. Check it out! Music Biz: Chingy Strikes Back! After dismissing rumors of a controversial tryst a few weeks ago, Chingy is back and coming hard with his first release under a deal with Slot-A-Lot Records and Gracie Productions.The deal, set to aid future projects, is led by the digital release “1st Quarter” featuring Trey Songz, Soulja Boy, and Gucci Maine among others. President of Gracie Productions Urban Division, Dorian Washington says “We are thrilled to have an artist of Chingy’s caliber partner with Gracie. This is an incredible album, and a tribute to how great an artist Chingy continues to be.” “1st Quarter” will be released May 12. Chingy had resigned to DTP but I guess that deal fell through after the failure of his last album. I don't remember what it was called as I type this. Lloyd Banks Leav...

With "Beep" being a hit single, Bobby V. sets out to duplicate that success with his latest video, "Hands On Me" which is one of my favorites on Bobby's "Rebirth" album which according to the singer is nearing gold status. Music Biz: Cassie Talks New Album! R&B singer Cassie is trying to be put her recent nude photo scandal behind her, with the 22-year-old opening up to BallerStatus about her new album "Electro Love", new single, her shaved head and much more. "I think I just spent a lot of time trying to figure out myself" says Cassie referring to her 2-year musical hiatus "I was letting a lot of people tell me what to do and what direction I should go in."Cassie's second album "Electro Love", which the singer executive produced, will drop later this year, and will feature production from The Neptunes, Akon, The Clutch, The-Dream, RedOne, and many more.

---------------- Now playing: Lloyd - I Can Change Your Life via FoxyTunes Teairra Mari gives an interview which seems to be a bit old but since it mentions the Super Bowl. As normal the singer talks about her past with Roc-A-Fella and her upcoming album. Check it out! Music Biz: T.I. Drops Rapper From Label! Rapper T.I., who was sentenced to one year and a day behind bars on federal weapons charges last month, has booted fellow rapper Alfamega from his Grand Hustle Records following a published report by SmokingGun.com earlier this week that claims the latter was an informant for the drug enforcement administration during a trial on a heroin trafficker.T.I. pleaded guilty last March after he was arrested in 2007, attempting to buy unregistered machine guns and silencers. The arrest on Oct. 13 of that year occurred blocks from where he was to headline the BET Hip-Hop Awards in Atlanta hours later. Naked Rihanna Pics Leak Out! Nearly forty-eight hours after compromising nude photographs...

Donnie Klang recently caught flack by Day 26 when they called him a 'bitch'. The group was upset when Donnie told MTV that the group took all his camera time. Now check out Donnie in this exclusive interview as he talks about his upcoming projects. Music Biz: Marques Houston Plans New Album! One of my favorite singers, Marques Houston will release his new album, "Mr. Houston" on July 21. The album is led by the first single, "I Love Her" featuring Jim Jones. I can't wait for the new album. Marques always delivers musically in my opinion. Brandy Preps New Album! Brandy is said to be working with The-Dream and Pharrell on her upcoming 6th album. As we know Brandy's Epic debut, "Human" didn't exactly set the world on fire. Hoping to rebound the singer is now in the front seat calling the shots. Meanwhile Brandy is also working on a pilot for ABC titled, "My Little Piggy". I've been waiting for Brandy to work with Pharrell for...

Recently there has been an overwhelming amount of nude pictures of celebrities being leaked out. The last week saw nude pictures of Cassie, Rihanna, and Gangsta Boo leak out. Is this an accident or is it a publicity stunt? You know they say there is no such thing as bad publicity. In the past I made a post about stars with sex tapes. In this post I concentrate solely on musicians who have had nude pictures leak out. Rihanna - Just days ago nude pics of one of the biggest stars on the planet leaked out. Many suspected that the pics were the work of Chris Brown. Cassie - Shortly before Rihanna was exposed, Cassie's goodies were put on display. It's certainly something that Diddy and Ryan Leslie has already seen. Eve - Before she was known as a 'pitbull in a skirt' the former stripper turned rapper had some risque pictures with another unidentified female. Ne-Yo - Ne-Yo does and says anything to dodge those gay rumors he constantly gets hit with. To calm down the talk,...