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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...

Mariah Carey has been bringing out surprise guests during her stint in Las Vegas. Just last week she brought out John Legend for an intimate lap dance for her hit single, "Touch My Body". Just a few days ago Mariah brought out none other than Blac Chyna which I thought was pretty random. I guess! Who do you think Mariah will bring out next? Congratulations are in order for Jill Scott who got married this weekend! Suge Knight is suing Chris Brown for saying his lack of security is the reason why he got shot 5 times. Chris Brown's ex manager has spoken out and says they quit because Chris was "irrational" and "on drugs". No surprise there! Justin Timberlake faced a backlash after Jesse Williams' BET acceptance speech. He has since apologized for his words which stated "we are all one" or something along those lines. Jesse spoke about the power of Black people and what we represent during his acceptance speech for his Humanitarian award. ...

MUSIC BITS: Good news for Chris Brown! He is officially off of probation and let's hope he stays out of trouble. Speaking of trouble Suge Knight found out his fate in court today when it was revealed that his bail was set at $25 million dollars. Upon finding out the news, Suge Knight passed out! Everyone is saying that it was simply an act and I have to agree. If you recall Suge Knight was seen on surveillance camera running a man over not once but twice after a scuffle was taking place in the streets. If you want to see the gruesome footage TMZ had it on their site awhile back. I'm sure if you search for it you can find it. And that's that! What do you think of Suge Knight's dramatic passing out and do you think Chris Brown will stay single and out of trouble for long? Sound off below and share these stories!

Not only is Justin Timberlake celebrating a birthday, he announced that he and his wife Jessica Biel are expecting their first child together. Happy Birthday Justin and congratulations to you and Jessica. Well it looks like these days celebrities who beef with another love to get back at one another in some type of capacity, case in point. K. Michelle was seen on social media twerking to Safaree Samuels, ex-bf of Nicki Minaj's new song. When Safaree caught wind of it, he hailed the video and praised her hour glass figure, which is very similar to that of Nicki's. This was all in response to Nicki Minaj hooking up with Meek Mill, who was also messing around with K. Michelle and K claims Nicki Minaj stole her song, Buy A Heart featuring Meek Mill. Did you follow? Anyway on a sad note, Bobbi Kristina, daughter of the late Whitney Houston and Bobby Brown was found unresponsive in a bathtub by husband(friend or whatever their association is) Nick Gordon. Bobbi was rushed to a hospi...

UNDER ARREST: Suge Knight was arrested for robbery a few days ago. It surprises me to hear that a celebrity, no matter what their status is financially would rob someone. I think it makes you look like a huge fool. I mean have you fallen that bad on hard times? LOVE & GET OUT: Speaking of hard times, Althea and Benzino of Love & Hip Hop Atlanta received their walking papers earlier this week. The couple who were involved in the melee started by Joseline Hernandez got the boot. It didn't help that Benzino lashed out at EP(Executive Producer) Mona Scott Young for siding with Joseline and Stevie J. I mean are you all really surprised though by them getting let go? In a perfect world, Joseline and Stevie would get fired but they do make the show for me as well as everyone else even no neck Benzino and HOthea! LOL! 

There has been whispers and rumors online that Chris Brown's new album; "Fortune" would be pushed back and now the rumors have been confirmed. Originally scheduled to be released on May 8; the album will now be released on June 26. I'm not sure of the pushback but its not like the album release really needed it since Chris has multiple hit singles out at once. Then again this has become standard in R&B/Hip-Hop releases anyway. We get at least three or more single releases before the album is actually released. Suge Knight has found another way to conjure up some controversy for whatever reason. The famed former record label exec believes that Tupac is still alive; like many other people. He claims stem from Tupac's recent Hologram performance at Coachella which featured performances from Snoop Dogg, Dr. Dre, Azealia Banks, and Frank Ocean to name a few. I mean I can understand why Suge and even other people make notions like this and as long as things like...

It is very crazy to still read stories like this about Suge Knight after all these years. Yes; he does have a reputation to be very intimidating mostly because of his huge stature. I guess you can also throw in the countless death threats he has made against other celebrities. Read more below on this story as well as stories on Dr. Dre's new album and Lady GaGa hooking up with T.I. According to TMZ.com, legal documents were filed yesterday (May 24th) in Los Angeles Superior Court, where a judge ordered Knight to stay at least 100 yards away from the man. In court papers, the individual claimed that after Knight was released from jail on an assault charge last week, eight men came to his house last Friday (May 21st). The goons were allegedly sent by Knight to “get me or kill” the man. The individual claims Knight himself said he was going to “take” his life. At press time, it is unclear if the man who filed the restraining order yesterday is the same individual Knight had a...

I almost forgot that Trey Songz had been touring with Jay-Z. The singer talks about that experience as well as working on a new album and a little more. Check it out! Music Biz: Suge Knight Looses Teeth In Accident! Marion “Suge” Knight was involved in a car accident that knocked out his front teeth, according to his lawyer, Marc Brumer. Brumer told The Miami New Times, that last week, Knight missed a deposition for a lawsuit he filed against Kanye West in Miami, due to the car accident. "He was in a pretty serious car accident," Brumer told The Miami New Times. "He lost a couple of teeth, he's in pain, and he can't speak." The former Death Row Records’ boss is suing Kanye West and The Shore Club over a 2005 shooting during an event West hosted at the South Beach hotspot. Knight was shot in the femur and had to undergo surgery. Additionally, Knight claims West is responsible for his medical bills and a $135,000 diamond earring that was allegedly st...

Audio: Keyshia Cole - Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas Just in time for the holidays! I don't think I care too much for the vocal on this song. I think Keyshia should of softened it up a little bit but I understand it's hard for her to do. Audio: Plies feat Ashanti - Want It Need It Newly leaked song from "The Realist" album in stores December 16. Sample's Babyface's "Two Occasions". Audio: Monica Behind The Scenes Mo talks about her new album and gives us a glimpse behind one of her live performances. I was anticipating Mo's album earlier this year but we will have to wait 1st quarter(Jan - March) for her new album. Music Biz: Suge Knight Charges Dropped! Two felony drug charges and one misdemeanor assault charge against Marion “Suge” Knight were dismissed by a Las Vegas judge.Prosecutors accused Knight, 43, of assaulting a female acquaintance named Melissa Isaac, on August 27, during a heated argument. Knight was accused of striking Isaac...

Today is November 18 and Beyonce releases her highly-anticipated 3rd album, "I Am...Sasha Fierce". The album is lead by singles, "If I Were A Boy" and "Single Ladies". I just read that Beyonce's 2nd urban single will be "Diva". The album's 2nd pop single is said to be "Halo". I remember "Ego" being touted as the 2nd urban single but they switched it up. I actually like "Ego" and Kanye West was rumored to be featured on the track and a potential remix. Audio: Ludacris - MVP Produced by DJ Premier. From his upcoming album, "Theater Of The Mind" in stores November 24. The audio is not the best but you get the idea. The song is not bad but I'm not really checking for Luda like that. Audio: Trey Songz - Together Another newly leaked track from Trey. There is also an unknown female vocalist on the track. This song sounds like it could be produced by Dream. More than likely this song might be included ...

Audio: Ryan Leslie - How It Was Supposed To Be Here is another new track from Mr. Leslie. I like Ryan Leslie but alot of his material(lately) has been bland and very samey. I always said Ryan's beats sound like they came right off the computer. Who knows? I'm not feeling this song too much. Video: Joe Budden Shops The controversial rapper goes shopping. Check it out! Suge Knight Sues Kanye West! Hip-hop’s most notorious figure, Marion “Suge” Knight, is suing hip-hop’s reigning rapper, Kanye West, over a 15-carat, $135,000 diamond stud earring that was stolen from him three years ago. According to the lawsuit filed on September 12 in U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Los Angeles, Suge blames Kanye for allowing someone to smuggle a gun past security at West’s pre-MTV VMA party in Miami back in 2005, where an unknown person shot Suge in his upper right leg, shattering a bone and stealing his earring. Ghostface Returns! Ghostface Killah blends classic tracks with remixes and new verses on t...