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I got the tea. Lyfe's ex-girlfriend has filed a restraining order against the singer. Lyfe, who was recently seen on "Love & Hip Hop Atlanta" actually hails from my hometown and did a bid in jail some years back. I believe Lyfe was threatening his ex-girlfriend but I can't remember exactly what those threats were. Hmm... Lil' Wayne is upset at Birdman for letting Tyga off the Young Money roster to sign with Kanye West's G.O.O.D. Music label. The Game was on "Wendy" today and he opened up about the lyrics in a song he released a few months ago. In the song, he bragged about sleeping with three Kardashians so you know Wendy asked him who the three were. What made this revelation all the more surprising is that Game revealed that the third Kardashian is not quite a Kardashian yet but will be. He's talking about none other than former escort, Blac Chyna. Blac Chyna is engaged to Rob Kardashian and her baby father is the aformentioned T...

So we've all heard about Lyfe being sent back to prison for three years after a domestic dispute and leading police on a high speed chase after firing several shots. Lyfe's newest album, "I Still Believe" debuted at #6 on the Pop charts last month. The singer said in press statements this would be his last album and now we see why. Music Biz: Ne-Yo Pushes Album Back! Ne-Yo won’t be celebrating his album release on his birthday after all. The R&B crooner has pushed back its release by one month so he can fine tune the project. Libra Scale, the gentleman’s fourth effort, has a revised drop date of November 22, which is the Monday before the traditional Tuesday release. This is typically when the year’s biggest projects are released, with albums from Nicki Minaj, Akon, and Lloyd Banks expected to arrive the same week. The concept album was originally set for September and then moved to October 19 to coincide with his 31st birthday. The father-to-be has booked...

Really? I can't say I'm surprised. I knew Beyonce was supposed to release new music this year. According to The Dream, Beyonce's new single will be out in three weeks. The singer/producer took to his twitter account and expressed his love for the new single which he described as "insane". You all ready for a new Beyonce album? Ne-Yo has mentioned that he is working with B. Producer Jim Jonsin(produced T.I.'s "Whatever You Like") expressed interest in working with Beyonce as well on the new album. Usher is releasing "Lay You Down" as his next single from his "Versus" EP. The song will impact radion on September 28. Usher currently has a slew of hit songs on radio right now which is typical of him. I'm just wondering who pushes out singles quicker? Usher or Trey Songz? Lyfe Jennings most recent album, "I Still Believe" debuted nearly a month ago and it was hailed as his last album. Now with the singer being sentenced t...

Lyfe says his new album, "I Still Believe" which will be in stores August 31 is his last album. The singer wishes to dedicate more time to his family. We hear statements like this all the time and Lyfe may actually be serious. We will see in time. Meanwhile check out the tracklisting for the new album. After that you can check out the new tracklisting for the new Trey Songz' album. UrbanBridgez.com has your first look at Lyfe’s tracklisting for his new release “I Still Believe,” the album features the hit controversial single “Statistics.” Lyfe also told UrbanBridgez.com that this will be his last album, so make sure you pick it up and check him out when he comes to a city near you on tour! First Look: Official Tracklisting! 1 Statistics 2 Love 3 It Coulda Been Worse 4 Spotlight 5 Busy 6 Whatever She Wants 7 Mama 8 Hero 9 I Still Believe 10 Learn From This 11 Done Crying 12 If I Knew Then, What I Know Now 13 If Tomorrow Never Comes (Bonus Track) http://urbanbridgez.co...

John Legend's new album won't be your typical John Legend album. The singer has opted to release a covers album titled; "Wake Up". The album's first single; "Wake Up Everybody" features Melanie Fiona and Common. The album will be in stores September 21. Meanwhile John Legend will be honored for his charitable work at this year's BET Awards airing Sunday, June 27 on BET. Congratulations are in order to Ne-Yo and his girlfriend. The couple are expecting a child due early next year. The singer/producer is currently preparing to release his new album; "Libra Scale" on September 21. Ne-Yo recently released the singles; "Champagne Life" and "Beautiful Monster". Lyfe Jennings claims that his new album; "I Still Believe" due August 31 will be his last! Lyfe's new single; "Statistics" has already struck a chord with listeners. Lyfe is choosing to spend more time with his family and three young children....

Hello everyone! I didn't see much of the Grammy telecast last night because I was out and about. It seems like whenever an award show comes on; namely a music one me and my friend are out and about. And its like when we are not watching all the crazy and strange things happen. I can remember when the VMAS came out and we went to IHOP and people were on facebook talking about Kanye West and we didn't know what the hell happened. I always get excited about the Grammy nominations but never the show. Its usually pretty boring in my opinion. Well on the some music news for you all! Whitney Houston is reportedly working with Prince on some new songs as well as Bryan Michael Cox. I'm not sure if Whitney is working on a new album or is she planning to re-release 'I Look To You' or not. I will let you know once I find out! Speaking of new albums Lyfe Jennings will return to the music scene with his reportedly final album; 'I Still Believe' which is due this April. Th...

It has been in talks for quite awhile. Now without further adue Ludacris and Shawnna talk about their long-awaited "Battle Of The Sexes" album. Check it out! Video: Ludacris, Shawnna Talk New Album! Luda and Shawnna Talk Battle of the Sexes from DTP TV on Vimeo . Music Biz: Lyfe Plans New Album, Label! R&B singer Lyfe Jennings has been granted a new lease on life with not only a deal for his own record label, but a fresh outlook with new management. Jennings, known for the critically acclaimed debut album "268-192" and songs like "Must Be Nice," "S.E.X." and "Never Never Land," has struck an unprecedented deal to distribute music through his own label "Jesus Swings" at Warner Brothers. In addition to being granted control over his music at Jesus Swings/Warner Bros., Jennings has enlisted help from Manny Hailey, who has successfully guided the career of chart-topping singer Keyshia Cole ("The Way It Is"). Lyfe J...

Following in the footsteps of D'Angelo, Christina Aguilera and Amerie, Jaheim is releasing a greatest hits-esque project just in time for the holidays; November 25. "Classic Jaheim Vol 1" sums up some of Jaheim's biggest hits from the last few years. One album I'm really looking forward to is the debut from Chicago native, Kid Sister. I did an artist profile on her awhile back and I can't wait to hear her album. Her new single, "Family Reunion" feat David Banner was recently released and she was nominated for a BET award for her collaboration with Kanye West for "Pro Nails". In stores November 25! Check out the tracklisting below! 1. Fashion Friction (Intro) 2. Life On TV 3. Let Me Bang 2008 4. Family Reunion (feat. David Banner) 5. Don't Stop Movin' 6. Beeper 7. Get Fresh 8. Pro Nails (feat. Kanye West) 9. Down Ass Jawn 10. Dream Date Skit 11. First Ladies (feat. Estelle) 12. Control 13. Switch Board (feat. DJ Gant-Man) 14. You Ain...

As always when Beyonce comes out, there is a severe overkill. This new era is certainly no exception. Beyonce's role as Etta James in "Cadillac Records" will be in theaters December 5. Meanwhile the soundtrack which features Beyonce's cover of "At Last" will be in stores December 2. Before all this drops her new album, "I Am" will be in stores November 18. Check out the tracklisting below! 1. I’m A Man (Jeffrey Wright) 2. At Last (Beyonce) 3. No Particular Place To Go (Mos Def) 4. I’m Your Hoochie Coochie Man (Jeffrey Wright) 5. Once In A Lifetime (Beyonce) 6. Let’s Take A Walk (Raphael Saadiq) 7. 6 O’Clock Blues (Solange) 8. Nadine (Mos Def) 9. The Sound (Mary Mary) 10. Last Night (Little Walter) 11. I’d Rather Go Blind (Beyonce) 12. My Babe (Columbus Short) 13. Bridging The Gap (Nas featuring Olu Dara) Video: Nas feat Chris Brown & The Game - We Make The World Go Round 2nd single off "Nas" album and one of my favorite songs...