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Remy in ATL Remy Ma and Trina will both be performing live in ATL on Saturday, September 3 at Premiere One. If your in the Atlanta area, will you be checking out the ladies? Hopefully we get another Remy Ma and Trina collab, that would sound good right about now. I'm really happy at how Remy has turned her life around and got back on her grind. She is doing really well right now. Her, Fat Joe, and French Montana have a new record out now called, "Cookin", have you heard it?  The big story yesterday was Chris Brown getting arrested for allegedly pulling a gun out on a woman. The woman called the police then called TMZ. The woman, turns out to have quite the extensive criminal record has been blasted on social media by fans and celebrities alike. When I first read about this, I believed her because of Chris' past behavior. Then I realized though something must of taken place for her to make up such a story. Either the hoe ain't get no coke, no dick, or somet...

Beyoncé big winner So I am a day late on my recap of the Video Music Awards. I didn't watch the telecast and nowadays you don't have to because most, if not all performances become readily available on social media and YouTube. There were many highlights as well as shocking moments,typical of all award shows these days. I took the liberty to cover some of the moments. Check it out!  Beyoncé was one of the big winners at the Video Music Awards. She now holds the record for the most awarded female surpassing Madonna. Beyoncé graced the red carpet with her daughter, Blue Ivy in tow. Jay-Z was noticeably absent. I'm not sure if that's a good thing or bad thing. I do notice when Beyoncé does attend award shows without Jay-Z, she seems more gracious and personable as opposed to when she is with him, she comes off as rather icy and cold, just my opinion. She also performed several songs from her "Lemonade" album. People were criticizing Alicia Keys for not w...

Mariah's sister in trouble Mariah Carey's older sister, Alison Carey was arrested for prostitution last night or two nights ago. Alison also has AIDS and it was revealed a few years ago. Mariah's brother called Mariah out awhile back for not helping take care of her ailing sister. Mariah has never responded to the accusations. Maybe Mariah eventually helped her out behind the scenes but Mariah has pretty much cut her siblings off over the years for trying to sell her out to the press like her brother did. Do you agree with her brother though that Mariah should help her sister even though they allegedly on bad terms?  You know they say, the best way to get over a man, is to get under another one. This applies to Iggy Azalea who is now likely dating French Montana. The two just took a trip to Mexico complete with pictures and videos. First, there was the video of both Iggy and French's entourages on a plane followed by a video of French resting his head on Iggy...

Mariah's "Empire" Mariah Carey will be guest starring on the new season of "Empire" which premieres on September 21. Some pictures surfaced a day or so ago of Mariah in the studio with star, Jussie Smollet(Jamal) so I'm guessing Mariah is probably playing herself? Will you be watching the new season?  Fresh off of their alleged altercation/argument, Diddy and Cassie are back on. Diddy recently helped Cassie celebrate her 30th birthday with a huge lavish party with family and friends. Speaking of Diddy, Future is said to allegedly have called Diddy an "old ass bitch". Some say the audio may be of Desiigner who sounds eerily like Future but Future has remained mum on the news.  Yung Joc has everyone talking with his new hairdo. The Atlanta rapper and star of "Love & Hip Hop Atlanta" has a blowout and his new hairstyle has influenced a bevy of memes ridiculing the rapper. The rapper has taken everything pretty well. To see Joc...

Ashanti on tour Ashanti and her pal Ja Rule are on tour as part of their Natural Born Hittas tour. The tour just started and lasts for about a month I believe. Will you be seeing Ashanti and Ja Rule?  Azealia Banks says her new music will not be released through the digital channels, i.e. iTunes. The rapper, obviously frustrated by a number of things says her next album, if and when she releases it, will be released in physical form. Hey! As long as you give me new music, I don't care how she releases it. I'm here for it!  The 911 call made by Tamar Braxton has been released. Remember Tamar and her husband Vince Herbert had an altercation. I saw a link for the 911 call but I wasn't interested in hearing it.  Usher is set to release his new album, "Hard 2 Love" on September 16 according to overseas reports. The cover art was released as well and let's just say he looks a stone cold fool. He could of kept it to be honest! You''ll have to fi...

For the love of... I was just reading two days ago about how NBA player Matt Barnes is looking for love after being turned down by Rihanna and his ex-wife moving on to Derek Fisher. It made me think that VH1 should give him a show to help him find love. I mean that is what they do right? Well I compiled a list of celebrities that VH1 has helped launch dating shows for. I'm about to take you back, way back down memory lane. Tila Tequila - Remember when the charming and exotic, now psycho racist bitch had that dating show? Then again was her show on MTV or was it VH1? Any who it doesn't matter since MTV and VH1 are both owned by the same company. Nowadays Tila is on social media making racist statements and just being herself I suppose. (The) Game - The Game has been a fixture on VH1 for quite a few years, First, we got to see he and his former girlfriend Tiffeny(sp) try and make it down the aisle but it never happened. At the time it seemed as if Game wasn't quite r...

Bey & Jay Lately it seems like there's been an influx of industry relationships that have gone awry in recent weeks. I'm here to break down all the drama. You ready? Mary J. Blige & Kendu Issacs - Mary J. Blige shocked everyone when it was announced that she was divorcing her husband/manager of 13 years. It's been pretty hush hush as to the extent of the divorce but Issacs was questioned about the divorce on social media. He kept his response light and very professional citing that he simply tried to love Mary and care for her etc. This certainly isn't the end that we will hear of this divorce. Mary has a new album in the works which was all set to go but now with this divorce looming, there's fresh material to draw from. Unfortunately I think everyone is looking forward to Mary's new album for all the wrong reasons and I'm one of those people. :) Beyoncé & Jay Z - Divorce rumors regarding Hip Hop/R&B's premier couple have been r...

Trina has new video Trina keeps busy even when she's not touring the world. The rapper just released a visual to her newest single, "Overnight". The song features Trina rapping about the ups and downs she's experienced as a rapper and in her personal life. Trina has been working on her sixth album, rumored to be titled, "6" and last I heard, it was supposed to be released this Summer. Summer won't be here too much longer so I'm hoping we'll get an album by years end. Friend, K. Michelle recently tweeted that she just recorded a song for Trina's new album. Last I read, Trina said Rico Love(worked with Brandy) was executive producer of her new album. I'm not sure if that's still true but hopefully we'll know something soon.  Frank Ocean's new album, "Blond" is set to debut at #1 on the Billboard charts. I read that "Blond" is actually Frank's first album as an independent artist. Many of us though...

Beyoncé expecting? So they are back to saying Beyoncé may be pregnant again! If that is the case we won't know until like 2 years later. :) People see a picture of Beyoncé where she may not be the most flattering or where she may be a little bloated and people automatically assume she's pregnant. Hey! You never know!  Tamar Braxton called the police on her husband, Vince Herbert after the two had an argument that turned physical and Tamar's finger was injured. Not too long ago, there were rumors that the couple was headed for divorce. Tamar quickly shot down those rumors but to me, it looks like there has been trouble in paradise for quite some time.  Bow Wow continues to not only irk us but his exes as well. Bow Wow has been going back and forth with ex-girlfriend, Erica Mena. Both have been trading insults and Erica recently poked fun at Bow Wow for saying he wasn't fully black. Bow Wow shot back and said Erica was impersonating Robin Givens, which is an ol...

Drake called Meek Mill a "pussy" while in Philly, Meek Mill's hometown. I guess it looks like these two won't be making up anytime soon. Drake is obviously feeling himself and with good reason. It's being reported that Andre 3000 threw some shots at Drake on Frank Ocean's "Blond" album. I heard the track in question but I didn't listen very closely to notice any jabs. Azealia Banks said she would smash Jay Z and she's mad at Beyoncé for standing her up in the studio. She claims Beyoncé bolted to the club to make sure Jay Z wasn't cheating. Azealia later cleared this story up saying she would sign to Jay Z in a heartbeat if he gave her a deal. But I don't see that happening being that she is so vocal in regards to Beyoncé, his wife. Besides Jay Z just signed another female rapper to his Roc Nation label. Her name is Rapsody. Have you heard of her? Due to the #SoGoneChallenge spearheaded by Chance The Rapper, reports say the so...

Trina makes cameo in video Frank Ocean finally released his new album via Apple Music as reported. The album, now titled, "Blond" features Ocean with green hair and his face covered. "Boys Don't Cry", the album's original title is now part of a book that Ocean will feature in several pop up shops around the world including in Chicago and L.A. As far "Blond" guests include Beyoncé, Jazmine Sullivan, and Kanye West. I'm currently listening to the album as I speak. I'm going to be honest, I'm not really feeling what I've heard so far. I've noticed that if I like a particular album by an artist and I like it hardcore, I usually don't like the follow up album. I was nervous this would happen. Have you listened to Frank Ocean's new album? Trina makes a cameo in the first single and video to Frank Ocean's "Nikes", which is the opening track on the new album, "Blond". Speaking of Trina, her ex-boy...

Kelly is waiting on Frank So in the wee hours of this morning Frank Ocean dropped a visual album titled, "Endless" exclusively to Apple Music. The visual featured Frank in a workshop and played songs including Aaliyah's cover of "At Your Best(You Are Love)". Evidently this was not many people's first time hearing this song since it was released back in January but I don't even remember. Anyway it was definitely a highlight for me as far as the other songs. I didn't listen or watch the visual album all the way through. By this time it was like 3 a.m. and I figure I'd go to bed. "Endless" is just one of two projects Frank is supposed to release. Frank's long awaited and oft-delayed album, "Boys Don't Cry" is supposed to drop sometime this weekend. It wasn't long ago when this was reported and we got nothing.  Diddy and Cassie have reportedly broken up for the 50th time. The two apparently had a lover's qu...

Azealia in hot water again By now we're all used to the controversial figure that is Azealia Banks. This time people are criticizing the rapper for lightning her skin after various comments she's made in the past. Unfortunately there are many dark skin women who are not comfortable with their looks and a lot of times they feel the need to change their look. I'm not saying that Azealia is not comfortable with her skin color but she has said she wanted to do away with the blemishes and have a more even skin tone. Well it looks like she's accomplished that. In other Azealia Banks news, a demo of a song titled, "Blosson" leaked out which details a lesbian romance. The song was originally set to appear on her "Broke With Expensive Taste" album.  Drake has more reason to celebrate as 2016 has truly been his year. His new album, "Views" has been certified 3x platinum making it the only album so far to be certified with the coveted certific...

My anaconda don't... A few details have emerged regarding the upcoming album from Nicki Minaj. One producer states that the new album is "more pop than rap" but to me that's not much of a surprise, though Nicki's albums have a fair mix of both genres. It's also rumored that the album is titled, "NM4". The "NM" is obviously her initials and the "4" marks her fourth album. Are you all looking forward to a new Nicki Minaj album?  More "Real Housewives of Atlanta news"..Kenya Moore was caught by TMZ leaving the airport and she says ex-boyfriend, Matt Jordan is "not a boss" and scolded him for taking all his frustrations to social media but isn't that what most people do these days. She's done it plenty of times though she'll tell you different. Also they say Nene Leakes owes $800,000 in back taxes from 2014 and if she doesn't pay up they will take from her assets. Phaedra Parks is hosting a ...

Old site banner Happy Birthday to Madonna! The Queen of Pop turns 58 today!  Tiny is set to divorce T.I. after allegedly cheating on her with an escort from the notorious Taz Angel's click. This isn't the first time that divorce rumors have dogged the couple. 2 years ago, we found the couple at odds over more infidelity rumors. Both artists released a slew of dis records and engaged in several social media spats before deciding to stay together. So only time will tell if this is true. Meanwhile the couple recently had a baby, Heiress Harris. If I were Tiny I would of divorced T.I. a long time ago. Young Thug just celebrated his birthday as well, not sure if it was today or yesterday but Keke Wyatt serenaded him during his birthday festivities. Young Thug will be releasing his new mixtape, "Jeffrey" soon which is his real name. There are also stories that suggest he may change his stage name. Personally I think he should keep his name as it is.  French Mo...

Trina circa 2008 Trina has a new phone app via iTunes and it features up-to-date info on her busy touring schedule, up close and personal pictures with celebrities and fans, plus six new songs. Trina also remixed DJ Khaled's new song, "Free" complete with a video that features Trina on a yacht in abevy of revealing bathing suits.  Joseline Hernandez of "Love & Hip Hop Atlanta" fame has landed herself yet another spin-off with VH1, this time documenting her pregnancy. Joseline revealed on the "Love & Hip Hop Atlanta Reunion" that she was pregnant. Joseline has even posted videos of her growing belly as she works out. Stevie J is alleged to be the father of the baby but some feel Young Dro may be the father thanks to a few subtle hints he's posted on social media. Oh and will Joseline will be returning for season 6 of "Love & Hip Hop", the self-proclaimed Puerto Rican princess said "yes!" Will I be watching? Pr...

Kenya's story line will be a focal point for season 9 of "RHOA" I'm a huge fan of "The Real Housewives of Atlanta" and with season 9 approaching and no shortage of news when it comes to the show's stars, I figured I'd do a rundown of what we can expect in the new season. Now all of this info I have is based on rumors and stories that have been planted appeared on the blogs.  I apologize as this particular post is pretty lengthy but if you are a "Housewives" fan, you will enjoy this post. Thanks! Kenya Moore is in the news again, this time for her relationship with on again and off again trainer, Matt Jordan. Matt took to social media Saturday saying that Kenya cancelled a plane ticket she bought for him to attend the grand opening of Peter Thomas' bar in Charlotte, NC. Months ago, the two had a lover's spat in Mexico, where Matt was accused of knocking down doors and calling Kenya all out of her name. Kenya has responded bac...

This is an old banner I used a few years back. Chance The Rapper is responsible for the latest hash tag challenge that is taking over social media. The #SoGoneChallenge named after Monica's hit song features the famed rapper rapping over the instrumental and challenging others. My friend texted me today and told me he was going to challenge me to it and I told him not too. He said "you ain't got bars no more?" Never said that but I'm typically not into any of the challenges that the Internet has created. Have you or do you know anyone who has taken part in the #SoGoneChallenge  Adrienne Bailon of "The Real" just got engaged! Congrats to her! I wonder will she invite Tamar Braxton to the wedding?  Ray J just got married as well and some videos of the ceremony have been floating around on social media. As expected, sister, Brandy sung and guests included Jackie Long(actor: "ATL") and The Game.  Speaking of The Game, his new song tit...

Drake's father is set to release a song or has already. I don't know but its crazy to me. Then again if Lil' Scrappy's mom, Momma Dee can drop a song, why not? I don't know the name of it or anything but I went past it as I doing my news roundup on what I wanted to talk about. A day or so ago, Jhené Aiko filed for divorce from her husband much to the shock of everyone. Some knew she was married and some had no idea she was. Jhené was married for 11 months and her marriage remained questionable due to her interesting relationship with Big Sean. The two have collaborated over the years and most recently on a joint album which featured the two cuddled up seductively in the promo pics. Many felt the two were have a public affair while others felt she was very much being in character to the duet album "Twenty88" they released. Who really knows? But Jhené and her soon to be ex-husband have been blasting off critics who has an opinion. Even Kid Cudi joined the ...

It was reported yesterday that through Ashanti's Snapchat account that she got into an altercation. Her and Ja Rule were filming a promo spot for their Natural Born Hittas tour when they were in a car and someone was asking them to step out of the car. Ashanti asked why they were being asked out the car before stepping out. That was all we seen of the situation because it flashed to the next day of Ashanti at the gym. She did state however that she had an altercation but didn't give specifics. I'm wondering was this something that was simply staged and part of her tour promo. No one knows! In other music news, Ray J has come out and denied stories that he has DM'ed(Direct Message; a term used when you message a person through Instagram; in case you don't know) President Obama's daughter Malia Obama. Ray says he's getting married Friday and he would do no such thing. I read of the story a few days ago and I figured it was bogus but then again you never know...

Drake was in Madison Square Garden last night as part of his Summer Sixteen tour. Not one to be outdone, Drake brought out Dipset minus Jim Jones(who felt a ways about it), J. Cole, Remy Ma, and Fat Joe among others. Drake also took time to throw more shots at Funk Flex at Hot 97 for all the slick talking he's been doing. Jim Jones felt slighted of course and called Cam'ron a "bird" via social media after a picture surfaced of 50 Cent and Cam'ron. Sounds like Jimmy Jones is bitter. I was reading up on some of the other gossip blogs and I read a story about Lil' Mo's husband. Allegedly he got a woman pregnant and in screenshots submitted by the woman, Lil' Mo's husband admits to like "big dick". Ha! Boy wouldn't I love to be a fly on the wall for that conversation. It reminds me of that "straight" boxer that did gay porn and once it leaked out, he lied and said he was drugged. Then he later came out and said he is in fact g...

It was announced earlier today that Mariah Carey will appear on season 3 of "Empire". Look out for that! And R Kelly has the Internet on fire today after pictures surfaced of he and his new 19 year old girlfriend. R. Kelly, who is 49 has people all up in arms but we all know R. Kelly loves young girls. Porsha Williams of "RHOA"(Real Housewives of Atlanta) was rushed to the hospital earlier today after she had trouble breathing. The reality TV star was out shopping when she collapsed. She is still under hospital care but is said to be doing "fine". I do hope she is "fine" but I tell you this, its always something going on with these ladies of ATL. I hate to say this but sometimes or a lot of the times I wonder about validity of some of the stories that circulate about these women. Nowadays it seem like a lot of the women on a lot of the reality TV shows fake storylines in order to remain relevant on the show. I do think joking about your health ...

I was on Twitter earlier and I was reading that the long awaited and rumored duet album between Jay Z and Beyoncé is nearing completion. Reportedly the album is said to be dropping very soon and their currently in Hawaii laying down the finishing touches. Are you all ready for the new duet album between Jay and Bey? I'm sure we'll get that album before we get Frank Ocean's. And Bow Wow says he's putting out one more album and it will be executive produced by Snoop, who discovered Bow Wow. I don't think anyone cares to hear any new music from Bow Wow at this point. Tamar Braxton is still being very petty towards her former "The Real" co-workers. Tamar says "Real friends don't need press" in regards to interviews conducted by hosts Loni Love and others. I think Tamar should just let this go and focus on her new album. Nene Leakes may not be coming back to "The Real Housewives of Atlanta" but her show, "To Tell The Truth" h...

Mariah Carey recently spoke out about her time on "American Idol" for the 59th time. She calls the experience "abusive" and even told the reporter that she was being drove to drink just from talking about the past experience. What a diva Mariah! "American Idol" was last year! I wish people would stop asking Mariah about her time on there. We all know it wasn't a good experience for her. Faith Evans is being sued by a promoter who paid her upfront for an upcoming concert performance. It turns out after booking the gig, Faith also booked the gig to do the "Bad Boy Reunion Tour". Faith is one of the featured artists on that bill and people are expecting to see her on both tours. What's a girl to do? So another week has passed and Frank Ocean's upcoming album, "Boys Don't Cry" has not been released. Many reports said that the album would be released on iTunes on August 5 but so far no album has surfaced. I don't recall...

Remy Ma has a new song out with Fat Joe and French Montana and Fat Joe's son. The song is called "Cookin" and its from their upcoming album due very soon. I've heard a snippet of the song and its very much in the vein of "All The Way Up" so if you like that, you'll like this. And Eminem has been in the news a lot lately for someone who doesn't have a record out. First it revealed that he plans to come out and dis Drake and now another story has surfaced that Suge Knight wanted Eminem dead! A former bodyguard has recently spoken out saying that there was an incident at the Source Awards in 2001 which led to Suge wanting Em dead. Suge Knight is a big bully! I can't believe this man. Apparently they are looking for a new host to replace Tamar Braxton on "The Real". In the running is Mel B. of the Spice Girls, Ashanti, Monica, and Eve(I believe she is the fourth name I read). I do know Ashanti already spends a lot of time in L.A. which ma...

Azealia Banks says she's quitting all social media! And how many times have we heard her say that? But yet Azealia continues to post on Instagram. Azealia also took time to shut down rumors that she's had ass shots since a picture she posted suggested she did. She says its "exolens"; whatever that is but whatever it is, it made her ass look good. In more interesting news, there's said to be a battle brewing between Drake and Eminem. Apparently New York's Hot 97 radio personality, Ebro says he had a convo with Drake saying he's heard that Eminem plans to dis Drake. Drake says that if it does happen, he's prepared for Eminem. I wonder does that mean his ghostwriter already has a verse in the vault? Drake also spoke on his feud with Joe Budden saying that if he wanted to, he was going to leak a screen shot of a DM(Direct Message) on Instagram of a convo between the two insinuating that Joe has a drug problem. This should be interesting if this does go d...

Beyoncé is said to be starting her own educational TV network; should be interesting! And Rachel Roy(aka "Becky with the good hair) is blaming the Beyhive for hacking into her e-mail and iCloud accounts. She says her phone number was also changed without her knowledge. Do you believe the Beyhive is responsible for such a thing? Perhaps! And Frank Ocean is said to finally release his long awaited album, "Boys Don't Cry" on August 5. The singer previewed a video stream on his website complete with snippets but they still leave a lot to the imagination. It's being said that there will be a video released on August 5 and the accompanying album is said to be an iTunes exclusive for the first two weeks of release. Frank Ocean recently hinted that his album would release in July but July has come and gone so let's see if this August 5th date sticks. *fingers crossed* I read that Iggy Azalea owes back taxes then again what celebrity doesn't these days. What hap...