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J.R. Rotem is a R&B/Hip Hop producer who hails from Toronto. His first shot to fame came through a song he produced for Destiny's Child. He is responsible for signing Sean Kingston and he has had many hits as a producer. Check out his discography below: S.O.S., Rihanna Whoa, Lil' Kim Fancy, Destiny's Child Push It, Rick Ross I Want You, Paris Hilton Beautiful Girls, Me Love - Sean Kingston That's Gangsta, Bun B Everybody, Britney Spears Living In The Projects, Lil' Scrappy Bust It Baby Part 2, Want It, Need It, Becky - Plies feat. Ne-Yo Roll, Flo Rida The High Road, JoJo Ridin' Solo, Jason DeRulo Fly, Nicki Minaj feat. Rihanna ---------------- Now playing: Rihanna - SOS via FoxyTunes

Amerie is starting to hit the promo circut to promote new single, "Why R U" and her new album, "In Love & War" due August 11. Music Biz: Kelis Claims She's Broke! Kelis claims estranged hubby Nas has left her high and dry ... Not offering her a penny in the wake of her impending birth ... And she says she's broke -- "I have run out of money." Kelis filed legal papers claiming Nas isn't paying her support, pre-natal expenses -- nothing, even though she claims he is filthy rich. Kelis is asking the judge to order Nas to pay spousal support, child support, all pregnancy-related expenses, and one-half of all medical expenses after the child is born. She also wants $3,500 for the baby nurse after the child's birth, and $20,000 for strollers, cribs and other baby supplies. Kelis says, "My survival is based on [Nas'] will at this time. If he does not want to pay for an expense, it does not get paid." The couple was married in 200...

---------------- Now playing: www.MzHipHop.com - Mike Jones - Next To You (Prod. By J.R. Rotem) ( 2oo8 ) [ www.MzHipHop.com ] via FoxyTunes One of internet's and rap's biggest sensations is Queens, NY rapstress Nicki Minaj. Nicki recently released her third mixtape, "Beam Me Up Scotty". Signed to Lil' Wayne's Young Money/Universal Records, Nicki Minaj is diligently working on her debut album. BET.com Presents: One On One With LowKey & Nicki Minaj from LowKey on Vimeo . Music Biz: Ashanti Does "The Wiz"! Ashanti knows a thing or two about visiting Oz. Not only has she played Dorothy in the Muppets version of "The Wizard of Oz," but she also played the Wicked Witch of the West for a charity production of "Wicked." So this summer, when she reprises her role as Dorothy in the NY City Center Encores! Summer Stars production of "The Wiz," a role made famous by Diana Ross in the 1978 movie version, the singer will spend a...

In My Own Words: The-Dream will release a new single, "My Love" featuring Mariah Carey to radio on January 27. It is the lead cut from his upcoming album, "Love vs. Money". Dream's last album, "Love/Hate" went gold and contained the hit singles, "Shawty Is A Ten" and "Falsetto". Video: Jazmine Sullivan Interview Hot off the heels of her recent 5 Grammy nominations, Jazmine talks to ThisIs50.com I continue to read good things about Jazmine Sullivan and her debut album, "Fearless". Let's see how she will fare at this year's Grammy Awards when they air next month. Video: Joe Budden Interview Angela Yee of Shade45 talks to the controversial rapper! To be honest I'm tired of Joey and the beefs. Just put out the music and let it speak for itself. Music Biz: Jermaine Dupri Leaves Island Records! AllHipHop.com has received an exclusive report that Atlanta-based producer Jermaine Dupri’s tenure as President of Island Re...

Check out the new album cover from Syleena Johnson. Johnson is responsible for hits such as "Guess What" and "Hypnotic". Known primarily for her work with R. Kelly, Syleena was formely signed to Jive Records where she released three albums. Now with Federal/Universal Records she is releasing "Chapter 4: Labor Pains" on September 2. The album is preceded by first single, "Shoo Fly" produced by Traxster[worked with Mariah Carey]. While Syleena certainly has an astounding and soulful voice, she has never quite been my cup of tea. Music News: Rihanna who is currently riding high with the re-release of her "Good Girl Gone Bad" album has reached #1 with her latest single, "Disturbia". Just weeks ago Rihanna topped the list with "Take A Bow" and now this. Though this was bound to happen. Rihanna is reported to be releasing a "Greatest Hits" album this Christmas. So soon? Well it is but she does have tons of hits t...