Report: Aussie pro Gibson shoots a 55 in Okla.

Rhein Gibson set a provisional world-record score last Saturday by shooting a 16-under 55 at the River Oaks Golf Club in Edmond, Okla., according to a report in Golfweek.

Source: ESPN.com | 19 May 2012 | 1:47 pm EDT

Guillen on Wade: 'He can guarantee a fight'

A day after having vowed to be done with Twitter, Ozzie Guillen wasn't backing off his shoot-from-the-hip style of expression, saying Wade's behavior toward Heat coach Erik Spoelstra during a loss Thursday "can guarantee a fight ."

Source: ESPN.com | 19 May 2012 | 1:40 pm EDT

Pats' Welker backs off 'gotten worse' remarks

Two days after telling the Boston Herald that his contract negotiations had "gotten worse," New England Patriots wide receiver Wes Welker backtracked on his comments on Saturday.

Source: ESPN.com | 19 May 2012 | 1:22 pm EDT

Strang: Henrique coming of age in postseason

Rookie earns coach's trust, delivering for Devils in high-pressure situations

Source: ESPN.com | 19 May 2012 | 1:10 pm EDT

Big 12, SEC champs to play New Year's bowl

The champions of the Big 12 and SEC conferences will meet in a New Year's Day bowl game annually beginning with the 2014 season, the conferences said Friday in a news release.

Source: ESPN.com | 19 May 2012 | 1:01 pm EDT

Lakers rebound to edge OKC, cut lead to 2-1

Kobe Bryant didn't miss on 18 free throws and scored 14 of his 36 points in the fourth quarter, and the Los Angeles Lakers rallied late for a 99-96 victory over Oklahoma City in Game 3 on Friday night.

Source: ESPN.com | 19 May 2012 | 12:53 pm EDT

Iguodala, Sixers storm back to knot series

Andre Iguodala snapped a tie game with five straight points in the final 90 seconds to help the Philadelphia 76ers storm back from 15 points down and stun the Boston Celtics 92-83 on Friday night in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference semifinals.

Source: ESPN.com | 19 May 2012 | 12:44 pm EDT

Lil Kim Brings Out Missy Elliot, Eve, Juelz Santana, Fred The Godson & More @ Paradise Theater Concert In The Bronx [Video/Pics]

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Lil Kim kicked off her "Return of the Queen" tour in style last night in the Bronx at Paradise Theater. Kim brought out Pepa, Missy Elliot, Eve, Fred The Godson, Juelz Santana and more.

Check out the footage and pics below. …

Source: Featured Blog Posts - ThisIs50.com | 19 May 2012 | 12:30 pm EDT

World hockey adds members: Jamaica, Qatar

The International Ice Hockey Federation has added Qatar and Jamaica as its 71st and 72nd member nations.

Source: ESPN.com | 19 May 2012 | 12:00 pm EDT

Jack White Rocks Hangout Fest, Avoids Getting A Tan

Headliner White closed out the first day of the beachfront festival in Alabama with a set long on hits, solos.
By James Montgomery

Jack White performs at Hangout Festival in Gulf Shores, Alabama
Photo: WireImage

GULF SHORES, Alabama — Judging by his cadaverous complexion, Jack White probably doesn't make it out to the beach all that often. Which is probably why his Friday night set at the Hangout Festival felt less like a headlining gig and more like one long (long) victory lap: He was determined to enjoy the experience.

Sure, White took the stage long after the sun had set over the stretch of white-sand beach the Hangout calls home (it's definitely the only fest where going barefoot is not only a viable option, but practically encouraged), but spurred on by the cheers of a raucous crowd and cooled by the gentle breeze of the Gulf, he tore through a wild 90-minute set. It was one that dove deep into his back catalog — featuring not only White's new Blunderbuss tunes, but also songs from the White Stripes, the Dead Weather, the Raconteurs and the Danger Mouse-helmed Rome project too — and saw him break out roughly 100 fret-assaulting guitar solos, two backing bands ... and exactly one fedora.

He spoke barely a word (and nary a metaphor) during his time onstage, preferring instead to let the music do the talking. Or, more precisely, the yelling. Because from the moment he kicked things off with a high-octane version of the Stripes' "Dead Leaves and the Dirty Ground," to the second the final echoes of "Seven Nation Army" were escaping out into the night air, White was plenty loud. And equally loose. "I Cut Like a Buffalo," "Love Interruption" and (especially) "Ball and Biscuit" each unspooled over several minutes, with White stomping and pulling solos from his guitar, goofy smile on his face, while both of his crack backing bands followed close behind. It was clear that, on Friday night, White wanted to jam.

Which is why, in just about every conceivable way, this wasn't the kind of show you'd expect from the normally uptight White. Of course, he was still dressed like a country mortician and, sure, he made his backing bands dress in near-matching unis (black for his male band, the Buzzards; white for the female counterpart, the Peacocks), and the lighting scheme onstage never strayed from "ethereal blue," but he seemed to draw genuine joy from letting his songs breathe: He turned "Hotel Yorba" into a hoedown, lent extra punch to new tracks like "Sixteen Saltines" and "Hypocritical Kiss" and led the audience in an extended chant during "Army," which has almost inexplicably become his signature song on both sides of the Atlantic.

Maybe it had something to do with the Gulf Stream, the postcard-perfect setting of the Hangout Fest (they have palm trees on the beach!) and the day of terrific music he was closing out — Friday also featured standout sets from Wilco, Alabama Shakes and Yelawolf, to name just a few — or maybe White just wanted to cut loose. But last night, his solos rang loud and proud, his voice was voluminous and creaky in all the right ways, and both of his bands proved worthy traveling partners on the lengthy musical excursions on which he led them.

In short, White certainly seems to be enjoying life as a solo artist. Especially when he's playing the songs he made with others. Now, if he could only work on that tan ... you get the feeling he'd become a regular down here at the Hangout.

Did you catch Jack White's set at the Hangout Festival? Share your reviews in the comments!

• Jack White

Source: MTV News Latest Headlines | 19 May 2012 | 11:43 am EDT

Report: Air Force's top RB out amid drug probe

Asher Clark, Air Force's second-leading all-time running back, has been kicked out of school less than a week before graduation as a result of an investigation into illegal drug use, according to a report.

Source: ESPN.com | 19 May 2012 | 11:34 am EDT

Mac Miller Makes It The Best Day Ever At Bamboozle

'I'm just tryin' to bring a show, man,' Mac told MTV News just before his high-energy set at Friday's festival kickoff.
By Rob Markman

Mac Miller
Photo: Brian Phares/MTV News

ASBURY PARK, New Jersey — There's only so much partying on Fifth Ave. that a man can do, so on Friday night, Mac Miller hit the Jersey Shore and threw an old-fashioned beach party.

"I'm just tryin' to bring a show, man. I want to bring a performance, I want to bring them into the Macadelic experience," Mac told MTV News hours before he took the stage at the Bamboozle music festival in New Jersey.

Skrillex, Mike Posner, Incubus and Miller all took to Bamboozle's main stage on the opening night of the three-day fest, and they didn't disappoint. For Mac's set, which began at 7 p.m. ET, the Pittsburgh MC brought a portion of his Macadelic Tour to concertgoers who had come to see an array of rock, rap and EDM artists.

It was all high-energy when Miller, who was dressed in an "RIP MCA" tee, set things off with the title track from his #1 debut album, Blue Slide Park. From there, EZ Mac launched into "Don't Mind If I Do" from his 2010 breakout tape, K.I.D.S. Always one to represent for his crew, Miller, his DJ, Clockwork, and hypeman Treejay bounced up and down to "My Team," and then turned things up a notch with the rambunctious "Knock Knock," all to the youthful crowd's delight.

While a majority of the Rostrum rapper's catalog is centered on feel-good jams, he does show range on introspective cuts like "Angels (When She Shuts Her Eyes)." Even when he wasn't ping-ponging frantically across the stage, the crowd responded to Miller's more subdued tracks by waving their hands side to side, showing him that they too are capable of more than just getting crunk.

Before he dove into "Best Day Ever," Mac took a bit of a breather while old Miller family home movies played on a big screen. All the teenage girls cooed as they watched baby Mac open birthday presents and sing along to the Sugar Hill Gang's seminal hip-hop track "Rapper's Delight."

"I wanted to represent the music through visuals, I've always been a very visual person," he explained to us before the show. "I wanted to use that to create the aesthetics of the show and show people what all of the songs mean to me and put them into that world."

Miller picked up the mood with the electric "Frick Park Market" and drew immediate crowd participation with the first line. After spitting, "My name Mac Miller," the crowd responded right on time with a thunderous, "Who the f--- are you?"

It was a lesson on how to properly connect with your audience, one that's invested in every word you rhyme. Last year when Miller dropped his now-gold-selling single "Donald Trump," he promised to "take over the world," and despite all of his success he still makes that vow at the end of each and every show. Last night was no different. After a 40-minute set, Mac sealed the deal with a spirited rendition of "Trump" and then marched off to continue to make good on his promise, one stage at a time.

Are you hitting Bamboozle this year? Let us know in the comments!

• Mac Miller

Source: MTV News Latest Headlines | 19 May 2012 | 11:05 am EDT

Jay-Z & Kanye West Kick Off European Leg Of 'Watch The Throne Tour' At London's O2 Arena [Video/Pics]

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Jay-Z and Kanye West launched the European leg of their 'Watch The Throne' tour last night at London's O2 Arena. The duo performed a 40 song set in front of 20,000 screaming fans, including four versions of their hit records "N*ggas In Paris."





The pair will play four more…

Source: Featured Blog Posts - ThisIs50.com | 19 May 2012 | 11:00 am EDT

Castroneves posts Indy's fastest practice lap

Three-time Indianapolis 500 winner Helio Castroneves has put himself back in contention for Indy's fifth pole.

Source: ESPN.com | 19 May 2012 | 10:58 am EDT

Slaughterhouse - Tim Westwood Freestyle [Video]

Video After The Jump

The Slaughterhouse crew of Joe Budden, Royce Da 5'9, Joell Ortiz and Crooked I were in the UK recently and paid a visit to the Tim Westwood show for a freestyle session.

Check it out below and let us know who you think ripped it the best.…

Source: Featured Blog Posts - ThisIs50.com | 19 May 2012 | 10:00 am EDT

Big K.R.I.T. "Yeah Dats Me"

Peep the latest single from Big K.R.I.T. off of his upcoming album "Live From the Underground," due out June…

Source: Featured Blog Posts - ThisIs50.com | 19 May 2012 | 9:30 am EDT

Verlander loses no-hit bid in 9th, blanks Pirates

Justin Verlander came within two outs of his third career no-hitter, allowing only Josh Harrison's ninth-inning single in the Detroit Tigers' 6-0 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Friday night.

Source: ESPN.com | 19 May 2012 | 3:02 am EDT

Ryan doesn't expect a Hamilton deal in-season

Texas Rangers president and CEO Nolan Ryan said Friday afternoon he expects the club won't provide slugger Josh Hamilton with a new contract during the season.

Source: ESPN.com | 19 May 2012 | 1:55 am EDT

Cubs reliever Wood retires after final strikeout

The Chicago Cubs' Kerry Wood retired on Friday after his final strikeout.

Source: ESPN.com | 19 May 2012 | 1:11 am EDT

Phils' Papelbon nails down save vs. Red Sox

Cole Hamels pitched seven strong innings, and Hunter Pence and Freddy Galvis homered to lead the Philadelphia Phillies to their sixth straight victory with a 6-4 win over the Boston Red Sox on Friday night.

Source: ESPN.com | 19 May 2012 | 1:06 am EDT

Ky. Busch captures pole for Sprint All-Star race

Kyle Busch captured the pole for the Sprint All-Star race for the second straight year.

Source: ESPN.com | 18 May 2012 | 11:34 pm EDT

Jhene Aiko - 2 Seconds [Produced by Kevin Roosevelt]

Jhene Aiko just might be R&B's next big thing. Check out a rough cut of her latest song "2 Seconds" produced by Kevin…

Source: Featured Blog Posts - ThisIs50.com | 18 May 2012 | 10:00 pm EDT

Loomis: Brees deal must be right for both sides

Saints general manager Mickey Loomis says he isn't taking any of Drew Brees' recent complaints about the slow pace of contract negotiations personally.

Source: ESPN.com | 18 May 2012 | 9:15 pm EDT

EXCLUSIVE: Jimmy Henchman Trial – The Cocaine Connect Flips and Testifies

JIMMY HENCHMAN'S ALLEGED COCAINE CONNECT IS A ROLLING 60'S CRIP WHO FLIPPED AND IS TESTIFYING!!

Source: AllHipHop.com » News | 18 May 2012 | 9:15 pm EDT

Ab-Soul "Terrorist Threats" ft. Danny Brown & Jhene Aiko [Official Music Video]

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Black Hippy member Ab-Soul teams up with Danny Brown and Jhene Aiko for "Terrorist Threats" off of his brand new album "Control System."

Track produced by Willie B of Digi+Phonics

Directed by APLUSFilmz…

Source: Featured Blog Posts - ThisIs50.com | 18 May 2012 | 9:00 pm EDT

50 Cent & DJ Drama Interview with DJ Enuff - Talks Female Hip-Hop, What's Next, Series with Drama & More [Video]

Video after the break...




WWW.THATSENUFF.COM DJ Enuff chops it up with 50 Cent and DJ Drama about Gangsta Grillz "Lost Tape" and the future of 50 on Interscope, Precious Paris, series with Drama, What's next, technology changing and more......






50 Cent & DJ Drama…

Source: Featured Blog Posts - ThisIs50.com | 18 May 2012 | 8:52 pm EDT

TI50: 50 Cent Feat. Kidd Kidd - "Get Busy"

New song by 50 Cent performing "Get Busy" with Kidd Kidd

3rd song off of 50 Cent's upcoming Gangsta Grillz mixtape "The Lost Tape" out for download on May…

Source: Featured Blog Posts - ThisIs50.com | 18 May 2012 | 8:33 pm EDT

Bizarre Feat. King Gordy - "JUSTIN BIEBER" Official Music Video

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Reel Wolf Presents

Bizarre Feat. King Gordy

in

"JUSTIN BIEBER"

Directed by: J.F. Martin/Tom Vujcic

Executive Produced by: Amir Radi

Special Thanks to: City Sound Studios, Phatkid, Arti Radi and the Squirrel

A continuation in the demented world of BIZARRE. After…

Source: Featured Blog Posts - ThisIs50.com | 18 May 2012 | 8:04 pm EDT

TI50: Chi-Ill Talks About Gangs in Chicago, Spits a Freestyle and Gives Jack a Bottle

Thisis50 & Young Jack Thriller recently spoke with Chi-Ill for an exclusive interview.

He spoke about being from Chicago, gangs, new album and mixtapes & much more!

Click Here to subscribe to Thisis50 on…

Source: Featured Blog Posts - ThisIs50.com | 18 May 2012 | 7:49 pm EDT

LOL: Will Smith B*tch Slaps Male Reporter For Trying To Kiss Him On The Mouth "He's Lucky I Didn't Sucker Punch Him" [Video]

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Will Smith got heated at a male Ukrainian reporter in Moscow and b*tch slapped him on the red carpet of the Moscow premier of 'Men In Black 3.'



The reporter had just seconds earlier tried to kiss Smith on the mouth. According to…

Source: Featured Blog Posts - ThisIs50.com | 18 May 2012 | 5:30 pm EDT

Tony Dortie Celebrates Man City's Victory Over Man United With 50 Cent, SMS Audio, Players & Fans [Video]

Video After The Jump

British television personality Tony Dortie and Future Gen Sports celebrated Manchester City's Premier League victory over Man United with 50 Cent, SMS Audio, players and fans.

Dortie wanted to know which 50 Cent song was the player's favorite. Check out the video below to find out…

Source: Featured Blog Posts - ThisIs50.com | 18 May 2012 | 5:00 pm EDT

Gucci Mane - I'm Up Ft. 2 Chainz

New music from Gucci Mane featuring Tity Boi off of Gucci's upcoming "I'm Up" mixtape which drops May…

Source: Featured Blog Posts - ThisIs50.com | 18 May 2012 | 3:30 pm EDT

Odd Future’s Adult Swim Sketch-Show, “Loiter Squad,” Renewed For Second Season

(AllHipHop News) Odd Future’s sketch comedy show, ”Loiter Squad,“ will return for a second season on Cartoon Network’s Adult Swim, late-night programming block, according to Pitchfork. The first season of “Loiter Squad” premiered in March and has already aired eight of the group’s 15-minute episodes. Although no premiere date was announced at press time, fans can anticipate the show’s…

Source: AllHipHop.com » News | 18 May 2012 | 2:56 pm EDT

The Beastie Boys’ Adam “MCA” Yauch Honored By New York Senate; Unofficial “MCA Day NYC” Taking Place Tomorrow

THE LATE MCA OF THE BEASTIE BOYS IS CELEBRATED BY THE NEW YORK SENATE

Source: AllHipHop.com » News | 18 May 2012 | 2:29 pm EDT

T.I. Tells The Breakfast Club The Rap Game Has Changed To The Point Where He Wants Out "It Goes Against What I Represent" [Video]

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T.I. sat down with The Breakfast Club this morning and talked about about a wide variety of issues including his kids, artists on his label, movies, clothing line, reality show, etc. He also expressed a desire to exit the rap game because it has become watered down and doesn't represent what it used…

Source: Featured Blog Posts - ThisIs50.com | 18 May 2012 | 2:00 pm EDT

Eminem Warns 50 Cent Not To Die Over A Hamburger

Source: Featured Blog Posts - ThisIs50.com | 18 May 2012 | 1:35 pm EDT

Fat Joe, Mac Miller, Ghostface Featured In Debut Of “Hip Hop Squares”

(AllHipHop News) MTV2′s new original game show, “Hip Hop Squares”, is slated to debut next week on the network. The inaugural show will feature Mac Miller, Fat Joe, Childish Gambino, MGK, Ghostface Killah, DJ Khaled, Tech N9ne, comedian Donnell, Kat Graham, and host Peter Rosenberg of Hot 97. MTV2 will also dedicate this Sunday to…

Source: AllHipHop.com » News | 18 May 2012 | 12:55 pm EDT

DJ Khaled's 'Take It To The Head' Video Is A Blockbuster

For video, premiering Sunday on MTV Jams, 'We got nothin' but megastars,' Khaled tells MTV News.
By Rob Markman, with reporting by Sway Calloway

DJ Khaled, Rick Ross and Drake in the video for "Take It To The Head"
Photo: MTV News

Blockbuster songs deserve blockbuster video treatments, and DJ Khaled made sure his new single, "Take It to the Head," had a big visual to match. When your track features Lil Wayne, Chris Brown, Nicki Minaj and Rick Ross, there isn't much choice.

"I told [director] Colin [Tilley] when I called him, 'We gotta video, we gotta do the best video, we gotta win awards, and you gotta really take it there because we got nothin' but megastars on one record," DJ Khaled told MTV News' Sway Calloway from the Universal Studios set where he shot the video at the end of April.

Last summer, Khaled hosted "I'm on One," an inescapable rap jam that partnered Lil Wayne, Drake and Rick Ross for the first time. It seemed that the #1 Billboard rap single would be hard to top, but with Nicki Minaj and Chris Brown on "Take it to the Head," the Cash Money DJ is making a serious run for hip-hop's 2012 summer anthem. The stakes are high, and the video, which premieres Sunday on MTV Jams, is equally as huge.

The video set is reminiscent of the 1974 disaster film "Earthquake," where most of Los Angeles is destroyed by a quake that registers 9.9 on the Richter scale. "Colin Tilley is an amazing director, so he had this amazing idea where he wanted fire behind us, trains broken, ground shaking," Khaled described. "We're giving you new stuff."

• DJ Khaled
• Rick Ross
• Drake

Source: MTV News Latest Headlines | 18 May 2012 | 12:38 pm EDT

'American Idol' Top Two: Did Joshua Ledet Deserve To Be Eliminated?

'He was definitely the best,' one fan says of the soulful third-place finisher.
By Gil Kaufman

Joshua Ledet
Photo: FOX

It happens every year. By the time you drill down to the top three on "American Idol," tears are shed and teeth are gnashed when host Ryan Seacrest announces the third-place finisher.

After coming so far, climbing so high and landing within one episode of the show's finale, whatever beloved singer makes it to the precipice of potential fame is sent to the sidelines to watch the final showdown and his/her fans are left dejected.

That's the general mood of Joshua Ledet's followers after the soul-stirring 20-year-old Westlake, Louisiana throwback singer was sent packing on Thursday night's elimination show
, paving the way for pocket diva Jessica Sanchez and (be)low key pawn shop worker Phillip Phillips to battle it out next week.

"They sabotaged Joshua and Jessica," raged reader Rienell John Llevado in a comment on an MTV News story in which Ledet called his elimination
 a "relief."

"Jessica got lucky she has the support she needed to go on. They will do the same thing again this Tuesday. They are giving their golden boy the best to bring him on top. After all, isn't 'American Idol' loves white guys with guitar only? Don't worry Josh, you're right when you said you could still have a successful career even if you don't win 'Idol.'"

Another reader, Keish, claimed that the voting was rigged because after always getting a message that their vote was counted before, there was no such message Thursday night. "I voted so many times & still got nothing! Josh you are the winner!!!"

Khan lamented that Ledet — who was touted by the judges as one of the best singers
 to ever grace the "Idol" stage — should not have been eliminated, because, "someone with that kind of voice should never be voted off a singing competition." A number agreed and added that Joshua is probably better in the long run because his singing style has a timeless quality and, besides, the recent track record
 of WGWG (white guys with guitars) has been pretty dismal anyway.

"American did not vote based on the talent," opined Lamran2010. "How come Joshua was voted off ... it is not fair." Interestingly, given the shrieks of joy Phillips often elicits on the show, a number of the comments derided his meat-and-potatoes singing style and predicted that voters would turn out in force for Sanchez next week.

"Wow , how can America get it so hopelessly wrong year after year" wondered Muzz W. "Go Jessica, Phil Phillips should have gone weeks ago." Then again, Koo was not having it, bidding "good riddents [sic] Joshua" and proclaiming the singer a "drama mama."

Amid the sometimes nasty back-and-forth, writer Barry made a plea for peace, saying, "All three have sooo much talent!!! America has voted and unfortunately Joshua goes home. But don't take anything away from Jessica and Phil now!! The finale is all about the songs they sing and how they sing them. It's also about stage presence!!" His pick: Sanchez.

As many eagle-eyed "Idol" watchers are aware, it's not always the winners who end up winning, which is why LaNell was just fine with Ledet going home early. "Joshua became a winner the moment he stepped on the stage," she wrote. "He got the exposure he needed to get his career started ... he will go far because of his talent," adding that she figured a younger generation might not totally get his "good ole Motown sound."

Do you think Joshua Ledet deserved a spot in the "American Idol" finale? Leave your comment below!

• 'American Idol' Season 11 Performances
• Most Shocking 'American Idol' Exits

Source: MTV News Latest Headlines | 18 May 2012 | 12:13 pm EDT

Mac Miller, Foo Fighters, A$AP Rocky Set To Rock Bamboozle

My Chemical Romance, Bon Jovi, All-American Rejects are also on lineup at three-day fest in Asbury Park, New Jersey, this weekend.
By Rob Markman

Mac Miller
Photo: FilmMagic

The Bamboozle is back, and music fans are gearing up to hit Asbury Park on the world-famous Jersey Shore to see their favorite acts take the stage during the three-day-long festival.

It all kicks off Friday (May 18) evening, when , Incubus, Mike Posner and Kreayshawn all rock the crowd on a night headlined by electro party-starter Skrillex.

Expect Mac to perform choice cuts from his recently released Macadelic mixtape and for Skrillex to spin dance joints from his Grammy-winning discography.

On Saturday (May 19), Pauly D returns to the Jersey Shore that made him famous to DJ for the crowd. Too bad Deadmau5 isn't scheduled to appear — the two are currently involved in a back-and-forth beef over Twitter. The Foo Fighters and My Chemical Romance will surely rock the house, and the All-American Rejects will also rip through tracks off their newly released Kids in the Street LP. The great part about Bamboozle is that it brings dozen of acts from multiple musical genres, so if rock isn't your thing, you can check out rap rookies A$AP Rocky, Iggy Azalea, Action Bronson and Mr. MFN Exquire as they continue to get their first tastes of festival life.

Sunday (May 20) promises to be the homecoming of all homecomings as Jersey boys Bon Jovi headline the evening. Soulja Boy's buddy Riff Raff, who recently signed a deal with Diplo, is set to entertain the crowd with his off-the-cuff cuts like "Larry Bird" and "Time."

T. Mills is also scheduled to kick-start his stage show with his new single "Vans On," and funnyman Andrew Dice Clay will bring a bit of comedy and controversy to the stage. For tickets and additional information, head to the Bamboozle website.

• Foo Fighters
• Skrillex
• Mac Miller

Source: MTV News Latest Headlines | 18 May 2012 | 12:10 pm EDT

Usher Kicks Off 'Today' Summer Concert Series

R&B superstar serenades a lively crowd with tracks from his upcoming album Looking 4 Myself.
By Miranda Johnson

Usher performs on "Today"
Photo: Brad Barket/ Getty Images

Usher kicked off the "Today" show's summer concert series Friday morning (May 18) in front of a lively crowd. Fans filled midtown Manhattan's Rockefeller Plaza to watch the ATL singer serenade them with singles off of his upcoming album Looking 4 Myself.

Even though Usher performed bright and early, there was no shortage of energy as the singer rocked the crowd with his new hits "OMG," "Without U" and new hits "Climax" and "Scream." The audience stayed on their feet as Usher soulfully connected to fans (especially when he removed his jacket).

On Wednesday's "American Idol" winner and runner-up.

The concerts will occur every Friday morning for the remainder of the summer. The next performer scheduled to grace the NBC stage is Latin megastar Pitbull on May 25.

Did you catch Usher's "Today" show performance? What did you think? Leave your comment below!

• Usher

Source: MTV News Latest Headlines | 18 May 2012 | 12:07 pm EDT

Usher Performs "OMG" x "Climax" On The Today Show [Video]

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The Today Show kicked off their Summer Concert Series in style this morning with performances from Usher Raymond. The singer performed "OMG" and "Climax."

Usher's new album "Looking For Myself" is due in stores on June 12.

Spotted at…

Source: Featured Blog Posts - ThisIs50.com | 18 May 2012 | 12:00 pm EDT

Rapper Jitta On The Track Wins Drake Contest; Lands Opening Slot On Tour

DRAKE HAS SELECTED UPCOMING RAPPER JITTA ON THE TRACK AS THE WINNER OF A CONTEST THAT ALLOWS THE NEW COMER TO TOUR!

Source: AllHipHop.com » News | 18 May 2012 | 11:36 am EDT

Red Cafe - His Story [Official Music Video]

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Bad Boy rapper Red Cafe continues to promote his "Hell's Kitchen" mixtape by releasing a brand new video for "His Story." The clip features a cameo from label mate French Montana.

Wardrobe by Tiffany Hasbourne …

Source: Featured Blog Posts - ThisIs50.com | 18 May 2012 | 11:30 am EDT

Kanye West To Debut 'Cruel Summer' Short Film At Cannes

Mini-movie is inspired by the upcoming G.O.O.D. Music album of the same name.
By Gil Kaufman

Kanye West
Photo: Getty Images

Kanye West doesn't know how to do small, so whenever the rapper unveils a new project it's almost always on the biggest platform possible. That explains why his new "short art film," "Cruel Summer," will debut on the fabulous Palm Beach in Cannes, France during the Cannes Film Festival.

The hush-hush movie, inspired by the upcoming all-star G.O.O.D. Music album
 of the same name, will world premiere on May 23 and remain open to the public for two days afterward. It is being screened out of competition in Cannes amid the world-famous film fest.

And, this being Kanye, the project is described as, "a fusion of short film and art installation ... an immersive '7 screen experience' for the eyes and ears unlike anything West has attempted before." Among those listed as starring in the film are comedian Aziz Ansari, Kid Cudi, Lebanese actress Razane Jammal ("Djinn") and Palestinian actor Ali Suliman ("The Kingdom"). Yeezy is listed as the producer, writer and director of the effort, based on a screenplay by Elon Rutberg, who was the associate director of the Throne's "N----s in Paris" video. The co-director is Alexandre Moors, who worked with West on "Runaway" as well as the "Paris" clip.

Kanye and Cudi were spotted filming scenes for the movie
 earlier this year in the middle eastern nation of Qatar, but little or no information has emerged about the subject matter or plot of the project. Expectations are high given the over-the-top look and feel of 'Ye's last mini-flick, 2010's "Runaway." Click here for ticket information for the screenings.

• 2012 Cannes Film Festival

• Kanye West

Source: MTV News Latest Headlines | 18 May 2012 | 11:23 am EDT

50 Cent & DJ Drama Takeover Hot 97 [ Speaks on Lost Tape, Recent Hospital Stay, Working With Cam'Ron, Mase, + More]

[50 & Peter Rosenberg Q&A] [50 Cent Supports Gay Marriage]

50 Cent stopped byHot 97 tonight withDJ Drama as they get ready to dropThe Lost Tape on Tuesday. While here,…

Source: Featured Blog Posts - ThisIs50.com | 18 May 2012 | 11:22 am EDT

Cameron Diaz, Chace Crawford Know 'What To Expect When You're Expecting'

Stars share the strangest pregnancy facts they learned during filming.
By Kara Warner

Anna Kendrick and Chace Crawford in "What to Expect When You're Expecting"
Photo: Melissa Moseley/ Lionsgate

As if the film's title weren't explanation enough, "What to Expect When You're Expecting" is all about what couples experience during pregnancy, based on the best-selling nonfiction book of the same name.

Because the subject is a complex, loaded and almost universal one, when MTV News sat down with the castmembers from the film, we asked them to enlighten us with the most unique facts they learned about pregnancy during production.

"I think the weirdest thing I've seen — I've actually seen it — is a woman getting on her hands and knees giving birth," Matthew Morrison said. "It's interesting, because you think about a woman [lying on her back] and pushing, but honestly, if you let gravity do the work, it makes it a little easier."

"The squat position, there is a purpose for it — not just to lift the butt and tone the quads," added Diaz, who plays Morrison's girlfriend and baby mama in the movie. "But to open the hips and pelvis and let gravity do the work. The only reason a woman is on her back in our culture is so the doctor can see what's going on. I say get a platform, squat over it, let the doctor be underneath it."

"If you want the baby to come right now, eat spicy food," Ben Falcone ("Bridesmaids") said of one tip he'd heard mentioned that might speed up delivery.

"Have sex," said his onscreen wife, Elizabeth Banks.

"Sprint," Falcone joked. "Sprint uphill."

"A lot of running is encouraged," Banks continued with a smile. "Slam doors. Get surprised. Surprise her, scare her."

Chace Crawford and Anna Kendrick provided the most to-the-point advice, but because their characters have to deal with an unplanned pregnancy, their words of wisdom were how not to get pregnant in the first place.

"Wrap it up. That's what we learned on this shoot," Crawford said of practicing safe sex with the use of condoms. "Right?" he asked Kendrick, who collapsed into a brief fit of giggles. "Never mind."

"Sorry. You completely lost me," Kendrick laughed, before regaining composure. "Yeah, wrap it up to avoid pregnancy. And stay away from Chace Crawford; he's irresistible."

Check out everything we've got on "What to Expect When You're Expecting."

For breaking news, celebrity columns, humor and more — updated around the clock — visit MTVMoviesBlog.com.

Source: MTV News Latest Headlines | 18 May 2012 | 11:08 am EDT

Iggy Azalea Performs "My World" x "Murder Bizness" & More @ SOB's In NYC On 5-17-2012 [Video]

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A very enthusiastic crowd turned up Thursday night at SOB's in New York City to see Iggy Azalea. The Grand Hustle femcee performed "My World," "Murder Bizness" and more while fans rapped along to every word.

Check out the show below courtesy of BLOWHIPHOPTV and Pow-TV…

Source: Featured Blog Posts - ThisIs50.com | 18 May 2012 | 10:30 am EDT

NY Giants Champ Antrel Rolle talks aboutt Deon Sanders, Reality Shows & plays F*ck or Duck Em

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NY Giants DB Antrel Rolle talks about winning the 2012 superbowl, the media and his comments about his teammates. He also weighs in on Deon Sanders getting jumped by his soon to be ex-wife, Pilar. Plus plays F*ck em or Duck Em! ONLY ON THE MAYA THE B SHOW ON THISIS50Radio LIVE Wednesdays from 7-9PM…

Source: Featured Blog Posts - ThisIs50.com | 18 May 2012 | 10:09 am EDT

Yo Gotti Performs @ SOB's In NYC On "Road To Riches Tour" [Video]

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The Elite Money Empire (@EMETakeover) Presents to you: Yo Gotti's (@YoGottiKOM) S.O.B.'s Performance, hosted by Low Key (@LowKeyUHTN). He performed songs such as "Colors", "Wild Boy" (Remix), "Real Niggas", "Magic", Woman Lie", and more during the New York City stop of the "Road to…

Source: Featured Blog Posts - ThisIs50.com | 18 May 2012 | 10:00 am EDT

AHH Stray News: T.I. Updates On Collaborative Projects With B.O.B. and Young Jeezy; The-Dream Announces Date For “Love IV’; Air Yeezy 2′s Get Release Date

STRAY NEWS: UPDATES FROM T.I., THE-DREAM DREAMS ON & AIR YEEZYS 2 ON THE WAY

Source: AllHipHop.com » News | 18 May 2012 | 9:33 am EDT

Lil Kim’s “Return of the Queen” Tour Hits New York

(AllHipHop News) Rapper Lil Kim will bring her “Return of the Queen” tour to New York tonight (May 18). The Queen Bee will perform at The Paradise Theater in the Bronx tonight. The rapper will host a meet and greet, as well as an interview session with press, just before the concert kicks off. The…

Source: AllHipHop.com » News | 18 May 2012 | 9:30 am EDT

Prodigy - Pretty Thug

Prodigy drops another gem from his upcoming "H.N.I.C. 3"…

Source: Featured Blog Posts - ThisIs50.com | 18 May 2012 | 9:30 am EDT

R. Kelly - Write Me Back [Cover Art + Tracklist]

R. Kelly fans will be happy to know that he will be returning with a brand new album on June 26. Kels has released the cover art and tracklist for the project which you can check out below.

01. Love Is

02. Feelin’ Single

03. Lady Sunday

04. When A Man Lies

05. Clipped Wings

06. Believe That It’s So

07. Fool For…

Source: Featured Blog Posts - ThisIs50.com | 18 May 2012 | 9:00 am EDT

David Banner Ft. Chris Brown - Amazing [Official Music Video]

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David Banner and Chris Brown bring their recent collaboration to life with a cool new video. "Amazing" is featured on Banner's upcoming free independent album "Sex, Drugs and Video Games," which will be released on May 22.

Directed by KTJB …

Source: Featured Blog Posts - ThisIs50.com | 18 May 2012 | 8:30 am EDT

Sacha Baron Cohen's 'Dictator' Is A Snooki 'Supporter'

Admiral General Aladeen also confesses to the murders of Tupac and Biggie Smalls during MTV News interview.
By Fallon Prinzivalli, with reporting by Josh Horowitz

Sacha Baron Cohen as the Dictator at 2012 Cannes Film Festival
Photo: Getty Images

"Welcome! Death to the West!" That is how the Dictator greeted MTV News' Josh Horowitz when he sat down with him for an interview.

latest infamous character is Admiral General Aladeen, a dictator who oppresses his people and dislikes democracy. In "The Dictator," he's mistaken for a refugee and taken under the wing of Zoey, played by Anna Faris. Aladeen's misadventures in America lead to an array of hilarious culture clashes. Thus, the interview was nothing less than we'd expect — offensive, outrageous and, yes, very, very funny.

After inquiring about Horowitz's knowledge of the rapper Tupac Shakur, the Dictator reveals it was him who killed the MC. "He came to play at my birthday party and all the time he get on the microphone, and you know what he tell me?" Aladeen questioned. "You know what he tell me? He said, 'Put your hands' — he ordered me! — he ordered me to put my hands in the air and wave them like I just don't care. Why would I, Dictator, wave my hands like I don't care? I wave my hands like I do care, like this. I don't do it like I don't care. How dare he come to my palace and my birthday and tell me how to wave my hands like I don't care? I care about the hands!"

Apparently someone forgot to inform the tyrant that it's a figure of speech here in America.

"To put your hands in the air like you don't care?" he continued. "You think Hitler put his hands in the air like he don't care? It was a very careful gesture that he did. I won't do it here. And this Biggie Smalls, he then performed the next night for my weekend of birthday. That fat bastard ate all of the buffet. It cost over 120 Euros per head."

When our correspondent noted that his phrase is not respectful to the dead, the admiral general replied, "It's not respectful to the people who wanted to eat the buffet."

Note to self: Eat before heading to Aladeen's palace. Although, it's possible not much eating will take place on a trip to his home. Shortly after assuring Horowitz he has nothing to worry about and sliding a gun on the table between them, he talked of his latest tryst with reality-TV star Kim Kardashian.

"I've had the opportunity to meet a lot of [stars in America] that come to the palace and negotiate with the pimps," he said. "Kim Kardashian, she came two weeks ago. I negotiated with her pimp, who is also her mother. Three-hundred-thousand dollars for one hour — not bad. Good rate."

But Kardashian isn't the only American entertainer the Dictator is fond of. He happens to enjoy Snooki and has a list of movies he's enjoyed — one of which is definitely in the wrong category.

"I am a huge supporter of your Snooki," he said. "I find him a very funny, little, orange man. And we have many of your sci-fi and fantasy films like 'Transformers' or 'Harry Potter' or 'Schindler's List.' "

Check out everything we've got on "The Dictator."

For breaking news, celebrity columns, humor and more — updated around the clock — visit MTVMoviesBlog.com.

Source: MTV News Latest Headlines | 18 May 2012 | 8:04 am EDT

Kanye West To Screen New Film “Cruel Summer” At Cannes

KANYE WEST'S CRUEL SUMMER IS ON THE WAY!

Source: AllHipHop.com » News | 18 May 2012 | 7:48 am EDT

50 Cent And Wiz Khalifa Collaboration: 'Stay Tuned'

'I responded to him and I told him, 'Let's work,' ' Fif tells MTV News of a Twitter collabo request from Wiz.
By Nadeska Alexis, with reporting by Ade Mangum

50 Cent
Photo: MTV News

50 Cent was admitted to the hospital earlier this week when he began to suffer from severe stomach pains, but by the time he was released Thursday, the G-Unit CEO had already put plans into motion for a new collaboration with Wiz Khalifa.

MTV News caught up with Fif at his G-Unit offices in NYC after his release, and he explained that a tweet from Wiz gave birth to the collaboration. The tweet in question: "I Gotta Song I Wanna Put @50Cent On."

"While I was sitting in the hospital, I saw Wiz Khalifa send a tweet out saying he got something, and he felt like it would be cool if I was actually on a record with him," 50 said. "So I responded to him and I told him, 'Let's work.' I'm feeling good, I was feeling better by the time that tweet went through, so I said, 'Send it,' and I'll speak to him a little later on.

"Stay tuned to hear what happens next because it's gonna go down," he added, confirming that the collaboration is for real. Fif's guest verse is likely to pop up on the Taylor Gang MC's upcoming LP O.N.I.F.C., which is set to debut August 28. It would mark their first collaboration together. Thus far, Wiz has revealed that features on his Rolling Papers follow-up will include Pharrell, Cam'ron, Curren$y and the Weeknd.

50 Cent has made a full recovery since his release from the hospital, and next Tuesday, he will drop The Lost Tape, hosted by DJ Drama.

During his stay in the hospital, the Queens mogul received a phone call from longtime friend and collaborator Eminem, who had a few firm words for him. "He goes, 'Yo, Fif, you were shot nine times, man, if you die over a burger, this sh-- ain't gonna go right,' " 50 told MTV News just hours after his release. " 'People ain't gonna be feelin' this.' "

Stay tuned to MTV News' Mixtape Daily for more on 50 Cent and DJ Drama's The Lost Tape.

• 50 Cent
• Wiz Khalifa

Source: MTV News Latest Headlines | 18 May 2012 | 7:16 am EDT

Carly Rae Jepsen Thinks 'Call Me Maybe' Viral Videos Are 'Rad'

'It makes my day to see it,' Jepsen tells MTV News about clips by everyone from Justin Bieber to the Harvard baseball team.
By Christina Garibaldi

Carly Rae Jepsen
Photo: MTV News

It's been just a few months since Justin Bieber signed Canadian singer Carly Rae Jepsen to his Schoolboy Records, but since then, she has certainly made her mark on the music scene. Her infectious hit single "Call Me Maybe" is currently #1 on the iTunes songs chart and #4 on Billboard's Hot 100 chart and has spawned a barrage of humorous and entertaining online video parodies that have captured the attention of not only fans but Jepsen herself.

"I have seen a few. It's pretty rad that people are participating and making their own versions. It makes my day to see it," Jepsen told MTV News. "It's hard to imagine this, even though I'm living this every day, it's kind of hard to believe it sometimes. [I] definitely didn't predict this."

The online lip-synching parodies seem to be the latest craze, especially among college students. Sports teams from Duke, UConn, Syracuse and Southern Methodist University have all posted their own versions of the song, but it was taken to another level when the Harvard baseball team choreographed an intricate fist-pump dance while singing along to the single.

"I saw the fist pump, it was so cute. It was funny because every chorus, they added a new element. I was like, they really planned this out, this is so fantastic," Jepsen said of the Harvard video. "It's so cool that it's sort of sparked this online thing. It's really neat."

College students aren't the only ones obsessing over this song. Actor James Franco posted his own version of the song , and just last month, Katy Perry uploaded her own parody, featuring herself and a group of friends at a Coachella pool party.

"I was in London at the time I saw Katy's version of 'Call Me Maybe.' I think she was at Coachella when she shot it, which was really cool," Jepsen said. "It was another surreal moment: Being in London was already crazy and then on top of it, to kind of see all the stars were reaching out and doing their versions as well, it was kind of like a cherry on top of the whole thing."

We may have to thank Bieber for all of these videos since he is the one that started the trend. Back in February, Bieber, along with his girlfriend Selena Gomez, Ashley Tisdale and Big Time Rush, created his own music video, playfully singing along to the inescapable track.

"I have a long list of thank-yous that I owe to Justin for everything to do with my career," Jepsen said. "He's just kind of opened the door to the rest of the world to me."

Which "Call Me Maybe" parody is your favorite? Let us know in the comments.

• Carly Rae Jepsen

Source: MTV News Latest Headlines | 18 May 2012 | 6:57 am EDT

'Battleship' Vs. 'What To Expect': Brooklyn Decker's Double Feature

With model-turned-actress in two movies opening the same day, we look back at (and forward to) other stars' box-office twofers.
By Amy Wilkinson

Brooklyn Decker in "Battleship"
Photo: Universal Pictures

If you have a thing for busty blondes, we suggest you pencil a double feature into your weekend plans, seeing as model-turned-actress Brooklyn Decker stars in not one, but two movies opening Friday: the blow-'em-up action flick "Battleship" and the pregnancy rom-com "What to Expect When You're Expecting."

In the Decker vs. Decker showdown, box-office analysts seem to agree that "Battleship" will sink "What to Expect," though it's unlikely either will unseat reigning superheroes of the cinema, "The Avengers," who are eyeing their third first-place weekend. Nonetheless, having two films open on a single day is a neat distinction for the 25-year-old actress, though one that's not as rare as you might think. Here are a cluster of stars who have pulled theatrical double-duty (or are set to):

James Franco
Nowadays, you can't shake a stick at pop culture without James Franco fetching it, but back in the early aughts — following the cancellation of the beloved "Freaks and Geeks" — Franco wasn't nearly so ubiquitous. Yet he still managed to star in two films opening May 3, 2002: "Spider-Man" and "Deuces Wild." We probably don't need to tell you which one snagged all the dollars at the box office that weekend.

Christian Kane
Big-name stars aren't the only ones holding a pair. You may recognize Christian Kane from the TNT heist series "Leverage," or you may know him from a duo of 2004 film roles. On October 8 of that year, he appeared in the film version of "Friday Night Lights" and the Queen Latifah/ Jimmy Fallon comedy "Taxi."

Dakota Fanning
No one saw Dakota Fanning in two films opening February 6, 2009, technically speaking, but that's only because one was animated. The pint-size actress flexed her supernatural skills in the action flick "Push," while letting her vocals do all the work as the titular heroine of "Coraline."

David Koechner
Another actor dabbling in both animation and live-action on a single release date is David Koechner. The "Anchorman" actor hit the pit crew in Will Ferrell's "Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby" and channeled his inner-animal as the voice of a coyote in the animated "Barnyard," all on August 4, 2006.

Samuel L. Jackson
The most recent two-for-one special comes courtesy of the prolific Samuel L. Jackson, whose "Avengers" continues to hammer the competition. But did you know his crime drama "Meeting Evil" (based on the novel by Thomas Berger) also opened May 4? Yeah, we didn't think so.

Channing Tatum
Maybe it's a sign of the apocalypse (or, at the very least, a trend) that four actors had or will have two movies opening on the same day in 2012. Like Decker, Tatum is hitting nearly every demographic with his titillating twofer. On June 29, the 32-year-old will suit up as Duke for "G.I. Joe: Retaliation" and strip down as an exotic dancer for "Magic Mike."

Leonardo DiCaprio
Leonardo DiCaprio's Christmas present to America this year is himself. Twice over. The actor stars in two films opening December 25: "The Great Gatsby" and "Django Unchained." Which one will egg-nog-fueled audiences choose to unwrap? Only Santa knows for sure.

Check out everything we've got on "Battleship" and "What to Expect When You're Expecting."

For breaking news, celebrity columns, humor and more — updated around the clock — visit MTVMoviesBlog.com.

• MTV Rough Cut: 'Battleship'
• MTV First: Battleship

• 'Battleship'

Source: MTV News Latest Headlines | 18 May 2012 | 6:22 am EDT

'Vampire Diaries,' Justin Bieber Lead Teen Choice Award Nominations

'The Avengers,' 'The Vow,' Katy Perry and Adele also land multiple nods.
By John Mitchell

Paul Wesley, Nina Dobrev and Ian Somerhalder in "The Vampire Diaries"
Photo: CW

The nominations for the 2012 Teen Choice Awards have been announced, and the CW's hit drama "The Vampire Diaries" snagged a leading six nominations, with "American Idol" and Justin Bieber following close behind with five each.

"Diaries" earned nominations for Choice TV Show: Fantasy/Sci-Fi, Choice TV Actor: Fantasy/Sci-Fi nods for both Ian Somerhalder and Paul Wesley, and Choice TV Actress: Fantasy/Sci-Fi nominations for Nina Dobrev and Kat Graham. Somerhalder is also vying for Choice Male Hottie against Bieber, multi-nominee Ryan Gosling, Liam Hemsworth and Robert Pattinson.

The Choice Female Hottie contest pit pals Katy Perry and Rihanna against Miley Cyrus, Selena Gomez and model Kate Upton.

Among the other top TV nominees are "Pretty Little Liars," "Gossip Girl," "Supernatural" and, oddly, "Bones," and HBO's racy "True Blood," which is up for Choice TV Show: Fantasy/Sci-Fi and Choice TV Actress: Fantasy/Sci-Fi for Anna Paquin.

All of the usual candidates are among the top film nominees, with "Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 1" scoring nominations for Choice Movie: Sci-Fi/Fantasy, Choice Movie Actor: Sci-Fi/Fantasy for both Robert Pattinson and Taylor Lautner (who is also up for Choice Movie Actor: Action for "Abduction"), and Choice Movie Actress: Sci-Fi/Fantasy for Kristen Stewart.

They face stiff competition in the Sci-Fi categories against "The Hunger Games," which landed nominations for Choice Movie: Sci-Fi/Fantasy and acting nominations for leads Jennifer Lawrence and Josh Hutcherson, and "The Avengers," which along with its Choice Movie nominations scored individual acting nods for Chris Hemsworth, Robert Downey Jr. and Scarlett Johansson.

Among the other top film nominees are "The Help" (Choice Movie: Drama and Choice Actress: Drama nominations for Emma Stone and Viola Davis), "The Vow" (Choice Movie: Drama, Choice Actress: Drama for Rachel McAdams and Choice Actor: Drama for Channing Tatum, who is also up for his comedic performance in the much-nominated "21 Jump Street") and, inexplicably, the released-today comedy "What to Expect When You're Expecting," which earned four nods, for Choice Movie: Comedy, Choice Actor: Comedy for Chris Rock, and Choice Actress: Comedy nods for both Cameron Diaz and Jennifer Lopez.

On the music side, the Choice Single by a Female Artist nominees are "Set Fire to the Rain" by Adele, "Stronger" by Kelly Clarkson, "Dance Again" by Jennifer Lopez featuring Pitbull, "Part of Me" by Perry and "Eyes Open" by Taylor Swift. On the guys' side are Bieber ("Boyfriend"), Drake ("Take Care"), Flo Rida ("Good Feeling"), Bruno Mars ("It Will Rain") and Pitbull ("Give Me Everything [Tonight]").

Many of the same artists will vie for Choice Male Artist (Bieber, Drake, Mars, Pitbull and Blake Shelton) and Choice Female Artist (Adele, Lopez, Perry, Rihanna and Swift).

The genre-by-genre breakdown of the nominations mean there are a lot of Teen Choice Award contenders. For a full rundown of the nominees, visit the Teen Choice Awards website, where you can also vote for your favorites.

The Teen Choice Awards air live on Sunday, July 22, at 8 p.m. ET.

Source: MTV News Latest Headlines | 18 May 2012 | 6:05 am EDT

will.i.am 'Still Has That Fire' On 'This Is Love,' Eva Simons Says

Dutch singer also teases the song's 'mad' video to MTV News.
By Jocelyn Vena

Eva Simons
Photo: MTV News

For his song "This Is Love," will.i.am enlisted Dutch singer Eva Simons to add some powerhouse vocals to the raging party track. The searing dance production is highlighted by Simons' diva-tude as her voice soars over will's creation, full of big chants, bumping beats and dirty synths.

Simons had already proved she had hook potential appearing on Afrojack's 2010 dance-floor anthem "Take Over Control," and given will's history of enlisting female pop singers to add a bit of sexy flair to his songs, Simons was a perfect muse to help shape his latest dance-pop track.

"He is super creative, and we kind of have the same energy: We can't sit still. We were in the studio, and he had this track," Simons recalled to MTV News about working with the Black Eyed Peas mastermind. "And he's like, 'Yo, Eva, would you like to do this song with me?' And we had been recording a couple tracks before, so he knows what I'm capable of and he trusts me, and we don't really know each other for that long, but he trusts me.

"I recorded it," she continued. "And he mixes it straight away from his laptop ... and it's done. That's so beautiful — not only is he super creative and knows what he wants, but he also sees when other people are creative as well. He's not afraid to collaborate."

This particular collaboration also included Swedish House Mafia's Steve Angello. "It's really a club-banger," Simons said, adding that will included "some piano intro in there and violins. ... He's always creative. It doesn't [just] work for the clubs, it works for the radio, it'll also work on a big festival, like him on the piano, some strings, some live drums."

will and Simons recently shot a video for the track, and she had this tease for fans when asked to give some hints: "Fireworks. Just like, 'What world is this? Like, where are we?' and 'What season is this?' " she said. "It's mad. It's pretty awesome."

Much of that awesomeness, she adds, stems from will directing the clip himself. "I'm just surprised. I'm not surprised, actually, 'cause that's him," she said. "He is also a super-geek. I'm a super-geek. I love technology, and he was like, he was directing the video and he was doing the motion-control of the camera and everything. He knows his stuff. It was pretty awesome to see."

Simons continued that it was refreshing to see that even with all his years in the industry, he still loves to do it. "I just admire him," she said. "After all those years he still has that fire, and that's just beautiful. But I feel like — 'cause I was big fan of the Black Eyed Peas, and I still am — and he seems like he's the same guy still that I see before."

Their song is expected to appear on will's long-teased solo album, #willpower, which also features Britney Spears, Jennifer Lopez, Mick Jagger and Nicole Scherzinger. No release date has been set for the album.

• Eva Simons
• Will.I.Am

Source: MTV News Latest Headlines | 18 May 2012 | 5:34 am EDT

Raven-Symone: 'My Sexual Orientation Is Mine'

'I'm living my PERSONAL life the way I'm happiest,' actress tweets in response to a tabloid report she is gay.
By Jocelyn Vena

Raven-Symone
Photo: Paul Zimmerman/ WireImage

Raven-Symoné has taken to Twitter to address a National Enquirer report that she is gay. The tabloid published a story this week that the "Sister Act" star is currently dating "America's Next Top Model" contestant, AzMarie Livingston, and that they are living together in New York City.

According to sources, "Raven has lost almost 30 pounds, has done a whole image makeover, and now she is the star of 'Sister Act' on Broadway. She's at a point now where she doesn't care what her family thinks, and she's in love with AzMarie. She's a lesbian and wants to live that way."

The tabloid further reports that the 26-year-old's family does not approve of her lifestyle, however, "she told her parents she loves them, but her home -- especially her bedroom -- is nobody's business, and she was not going to back down, so they needed to accept it, period."

While Raven-Symoné neither confirmed nor denied the speculation on Friday, when she took to Twitter to open up about the rumor, she did make it clear that whatever she does in her personal life is her business.

"I'm living my PERSONAL life the way I'm happiest," she tweeted. "I'm not one, in my 25 year career to disclose who I'm dating. and I shall not start now. My sexual orientation is mine, and the person I'm datings to know. I'm not one for a public display of my life."

She continued that "however that is my right as a HUMAN BEing whether straight or gay. To tell or not to tell. As long as I'm not harming anyone. I am a light being made from love. And my career is the only thing I would like to put on display, not my personal life. Kisses!"

Source: MTV News Latest Headlines | 18 May 2012 | 3:37 am EDT

Facebook IPO Continues Mark Zuckerberg's 'Open' Philosophy

Facebook CEO has created a 'collaborative and connected culture,' showcased in 'The Diary of Facebook,' airing Saturday at 9 a.m. on MTV.
By John Mitchell

Mark Zuckerberg
Photo: Justin Sullivan/ Getty Images

Wearing his signature hoodie and jeans, Facebook co-founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg rang the bell to open the Nasdaq Stock Market from the company's Menlo Park, California, headquarters Friday morning (May 18) as his company went public with the biggest ever initial public offering by a tech company. Going for $38 per share, the offering raised $16 billion for the social networking website, which is inarguably one of, if not the most important and impactful tech company for the millennial generation.

Zuckerberg has always been a natural at balancing the demands of running the world's biggest social network, which boasts more than 900 million users around the world, while himself being an example of his generation's focus on being open and forward-thinking without the pretense and show of past business leaders.

The self-made billionaire is the ultimate everyman, albeit one with a genius intellect, and it's a side of himself he showed off in earnest last year when MTV visited Facebook HQ for its special, "The Diary of Facebook."

"Facebook is a very open company. If you think about what we do, we're trying to give all these people who use our products the ability to share things with their friends and their family," Zuckerberg told MTV News. "The mission is to make the world more open and connected. So we believe that if that's what we're trying to do in the world then that's how we should run the company too."

Zuckerberg went on to describe the philosophy with which he runs Facebook, now one of the most financially valuable in the world, and it stands in diametric opposition to how we view the modern corporate executive. There are no sequestered corner offices at Facebook HQ, no CEOs sporting expensive designer suits.

"We have this really open floor plan. People are all sitting out near each other. It's easy for everyone to turn to their neighbor and start talking," the Facebook boss continued. "I have a desk out there just like everyone else. ... That kind of collaborative and connected culture is what produces the best products for the people who are going to use them."

His philosophy on how to run a modern company may ultimately change the face of business moving forward. Friday's massive IPO did many things, but one of the biggest, coming in the midst of an ongoing financial crisis created by men in suits, was to prove that the future doesn't smoke cigars in executive lounges, it wears a hoodie and sits with the engineers who make it all happen.

You can see it all for yourself as MTV re-airs "The Diary of Facebook" Saturday (May 19) at 9 a.m. the doc is also available online at MTV.com.

• The Diary Of Facebook

Source: MTV News Latest Headlines | 18 May 2012 | 3:22 am EDT

Bono's Billion-Dollar Facebook IPO Haul: By The Numbers

You could buy nearly seven million pair of Bulgari Bono sunglasses with the cash.
By Gil Kaufman

U2's Bono
Photo: D. Dipasupil/ WireImage

U2 singer Bono was already an obscenely wealthy man before Friday's (May 18) Facebook IPO
. But thanks to the 2.3 percent stake in the social networking site held by his Elevation Partners investment group (it is unknown how much of the Facebook take is directly held by Bono) it was reported that his nest egg could grow exponentially when Friday's first day of trading on the company's stock is over.

The total haul? More than $1.5 billion
, which is not bad for a day's work.

If those figures are true, he may become the richest rock star on Earth, sitting on a massive pile of green that could allow a man who already had the world at his fingertips to push into a rarified stratosphere that's the envy of the many one-percenters he already counts as friends. According to Rolling Stone the singer, who cannot sell all his shares at once, has pledged to use much of the money raised from his investments to aid charity work in Africa.

Bono addressed the rumors of his (alleged) impending money bomb while speaking to MSNBC's Andrea Mitchell on Friday morning. "Contrary to reports, I'm not a billionaire or going to be richer than any Beatle -- and not just in the sense of money, by the way; the Beatles are untouchable -- those billionaire reports are a joke," he said. "In Elevation, we invest other people's money -- endowments, pension funds. We do get paid, of course. But, you know, I felt rich when I was 20 years old and my wife was paying my bills. Just being in a band, I've always felt blessed. I got interested in technology because I'm an artist, I'm interested in the forces that shape the world, politics, religion, the stuff we've been talking about today. Technology is huge, I wanted to learn about it. People might say that's odd, but I think it's odd if artists aren't interested in the world around them. I'm always chasing that. Facebook are an amazing team, a brilliant team. It's a technology that brings people together."

But if one person were to obtain that windfall, what could $1.5 billion buy you? We broke it down, by-the-numbers:

6.9 million Famous for his signature Bulgari shades, if Bono were to get his hands on the full stash, he could hit the Amazon.com marketplace and get nearly seven million pair for cheap at $215.77 a piece.

12.5 The giant claw stage that U2 schlepped around the world for their record-setting 360 Tour was insanely expensive. With each of the three structures they built coming in at $40 million a piece, Bono could build nine more with the Facebook loot.

300,000 Speaking U2 tours, on their famous 1992 Zoo TV outing, one of the highlights were the blinged-out Trabant cars that were hung from the lighting rigs. The famously low-budget East German cars were never expensive, but if Bono were ever thinking of expanding his car collection, he could snatch up more than 300,000 1989 models for the money.

39.4 million: In the recent documentary, "From the Sky Down," U2 basically admitted that they'd gotten a bit full of themselves by the time their 1988 ode to Americana, Rattle and Hum, was released. If Bono is feeling especially embarrassed about all the cowboy hats and blues discovery of that era, he could try to wipe out some trace of it by buying nearly 40 million Blu-Ray copies of the DVD from Amazon.

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• U2

Source: MTV News Latest Headlines | 18 May 2012 | 3:00 am EDT

Far East Movement Drop 'Unexpected' Track With Tokio Hotel's Bill Kaulitz

'If I Die Tomorrow,' off FM's May 22 release, Dirty Bass, is 'a song about losing yourself.'
By Jocelyn Vena

Far East Movement
Photo: MTV News

Ever wondered what it would sound like if the Far East Movement enlisted Tokio Hotel's glammy, gothy lead singer Bill Kaulitz for a track? Well, wonder no more, because now we have "If I Die Tomorrow."

The collaboration, which dropped Friday (May 18), leans more on FM's love for partying than Kaulitz's love for rocking. While FM rap all about bumping trunks, killing bottles and going crazy in the club, Kaulitz, in full auto-tuned, falsetto mode, proclaims, "If I die tomorrow, that means we had the night of our lives/ If tomorrow never comes, then tonight we lose control."

"If I Die Tomorrow" is off FM's new album, Dirty Bass, out May 22. When MTV News caught up with Far East Movement recently, Kev Nish told us that fans will see plenty of "unexpected collaborations" like this on the upcoming album.

"When we first signed to Cherrytree [Records], we went on the website and see who's on the roster ... and we saw Tokio Hotel, and we were like 'Yo, this band is wild,' " Nish said of working with the Musical March Madness winner and Tokio Hotel's leading man. "We were on a bus watching them on the MTV Europe Awards, winning, and we were like, 'We need to do a song with those dudes.'

"So we got in with Bill Kaulitz and we just wanted to do a song about losing yourself, about possibly losing your mind, because you might die the next day," he added.

The album also features Justin Bieber on the song "Live My Life." The same day the album drops, the group also kicks off their tour with the kings of party rocking, LMFAO.

What do you think of "If I Die Tomorrow"? Leave your review in the comments section!

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Source: MTV News Latest Headlines | 18 May 2012 | 2:43 am EDT

Kanye West Had To 'Get Used To' Big Kardashian Family

'With Kanye I was like, 'Why are you hiding in our pantry in my mom's kitchen?' Khloe jokes about sister Kim's BF.
By Jocelyn Vena

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West
Photo: Splash News

Kanye West may seem like he's already one of the Kardashians, but turns out it took him a minute to warm up to them. According to her sister Khloé, Kim's beau initially experienced some shell shock when hanging with reality TV's first family.

"He said, 'I'm an only child; there's, like, so many of you,' " Khloé recalled in a chat with Ryan Seacrest on Friday (May 18).

Fans will get to see Kanye warming up to the Kardashian crew themselves when E!'s "Keeping Up With the Kardashians" returns for another season on Sunday. But Khloé told Seacrest her husband, Lamar Odom, had similar trouble getting used to her very large family.

"I remember Lamar, at first it took him a minute to get used to us, but now Lamar loves it," she said. "With Kanye I was like, 'Why are you hiding in our pantry in my mom's kitchen?' And he's like, 'There's just so many of you guys, and you guys are all so loud and friendly and talk." And I'm like, 'Get used to it buddy, because I like it.' It's just a lot at one time."

Being an only child like Yeezy is added to his initial discomfort, but he isn't the lone only child the Kardashians have welcomed.

"[My boyfriend] Scott [Disick] and Lamar are only children too," Kourtney shared. "I think we attract only children. I don't think [Kanye] knows what's going on [when he hangs out with us]. Like, what we're talking about, are we being serious? Is this a joke?"

The initial shock of the Kardashians seems to have worn off, though. Usmagazine.com spotted Kanye hanging out with Kim and her family at Kourtney's May 12 baby shower. In one snapshot, a smiling Kanye sits next to Kim, who's playing with her nephew and Kourtney's son, Mason.

Khloé's hubby, Lamar, has also apparently bonded with Yeezy. The pro baller even seems to have his sights set on the music industry. "Lamar raps to [Kanye] all the time. Kim is like, 'You're going to freak this guy out,' " Khloé said. "But it's funny."

Will you tune into see Kanye on "Keeping Up With the Kardashians"? Tell us in the comments!

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Source: MTV News Latest Headlines | 18 May 2012 | 2:07 am EDT

Eminem Warns 50 Cent Not To Die Over A Hamburger

Fif tells MTV News he's 'in good spirits' despite nearly having to go into surgery to remove blockage in his small intestine.
By Rob Markman, with reporting by Ade Mangum

50 Cent
Photo: MTV News

Nine gun shots wasn't enough to take out 50 Cent, but a bad hamburger could have been the undoing of rap's #1 bad guy. The G-Unit general was hospitalized this week with stomach pains, but a phone call from his homey Eminem surely lightened the mood.

"I'm in a dead serious moment like, 'Damn, I don't believe this is happenin' right now,' " Fif said recalling the moments before Slim Shady phoned him. "He goes, 'Yo Fif, you were shot nine times man if you die over a burger, this sh-- ain't gonna go right. People ain't gonna be feelin' this.' "

On Wednesday, Fif tweeted a picture of himself in a hospital bed and sent a public message to his boxing friend Floyd Mayweather that read: "I don't want to go into surgery."

Lucky for him, he didn't have to. When MTV News checked up on 50 at his NYC G-Unit office on Thursday, just hours after he was released from the hospital, he said he was able to avoid going into surgery to remove blockage in his small intestine.

"I'm feelin' better; I'm in good spirits," Fif added.

DJ Drama, who is in New York to promote his upcoming mixtape with 50, The Lost Tape, told MTV News he was worried about his boy. To lift the gangsta rapper's spirits Drama sent three stuffed animals to 50: a giraffe, an elephant and a lion.

They say it's the thought that counts, but Drama's get-well gifts didn't go over so well. "That wasn't cool. That's all you get," 50 told Drama jokingly while our cameras rolled. "You get 15 tracks, you damn near have to die to do a Gangsta Grillz and this is the thanks I get?"

Stay tuned to MTV News' Mixtape Daily for more on 50 Cent and DJ Drama's The Lost Tape, which will be released on May 22.

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• Eminem

Source: MTV News Latest Headlines | 18 May 2012 | 1:02 am EDT

TI50: 50 Cent Talks Possible Lil' Wayne Collaboration & Feeding America

Thisis50 & Young Jack Thriller interviewed 50 Cent for the very first time!

Check out part 2 of our interview where he discusses Lil' Wayne getting in the ring with him and Floyd Mayweather, hanging out with Mack Maine, Jack's Thisis50 Chain Feeding America & much more!

Stay tuned for part 3!

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Source: Featured Blog Posts - ThisIs50.com | 17 May 2012 | 9:16 pm EDT

Rick Ross Returns To Carol City High With Swizz Beats; Donates Reeboks, iPads

RICK ROSS AND SWIZZ BEATZ APPEARED AT CAROL CITY HIGH TODAY. CHECK OUT SOME PICTURES!

Source: AllHipHop.com » News | 17 May 2012 | 7:15 pm EDT

TI50: Josh Handt "The Hip-Hop Chiropractor" Talks Health & Does Work On Jack Thriller

Thisis50 & Young Jack Thriller recently spoke with Josh Handt.

He talks about how healthy Chiropractic adjustments are and does work on Jack's Back.



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Source: Featured Blog Posts - ThisIs50.com | 17 May 2012 | 7:00 pm EDT

Waka Flocka Covers New Issue Of XXL "I Brought Gangsta Back"

XXL has unveiled it's June 2012 cover and Waka Flocka Flame is featured. The Brick Squad Monopoly General talks about the death of his good friend Slim Dunkin, the emergence of his label and a lot more. Check out an excerpt from his interview with the publication.

-“I don’t feel like a celebrity, or this quote-unquote star…

Source: Featured Blog Posts - ThisIs50.com | 17 May 2012 | 3:30 pm EDT

Prodigy Ft. Cory Gunz - Great Spitters [Official Music Video]

Video After The Jump

Prodigy drops a really nice surprise on his fans in the form of official visuals for the Cory Gunz assisted "Great Spitters." The Havoc produced track is one of the highlights off of Bandana P's mixtape "H.N.I.C. 3," not to be confused with his upcoming album of the same name. This is a definite…

Source: Featured Blog Posts - ThisIs50.com | 17 May 2012 | 2:30 pm EDT

EXCLUSIVE: Jimmy Henchman Trial Day 4 – Agents Tell Witness What To Write

EX-GIRLFRIEND OF JIMMY HENCHMAN TESTIFIES THAT AGENTS FORCED HER TO SIGN A COOPERATION AGREEMENT

Source: AllHipHop.com » News | 17 May 2012 | 1:40 pm EDT

50 Cent Feeds the Hungry; Donating 250 Meals Per Set of Headphones Purchased

(AllHipHop News) Inspired by his humble beginnings in Jamaica Queens, New York, starkly contrasted from his now larger than life G-Unit empire, 50 Cent has made efforts over the last few years to embrace those who are less fortunate. From his trips to Africa, to his Street King Energy drink charity initiatives, 50 Cent has…

Source: AllHipHop.com » News | 17 May 2012 | 12:38 pm EDT

Disco Queen Donna Summer Dies, Appreciated Hip-Hop

DONNA SUMMER RESPECTED HIP-HOP

Source: AllHipHop.com » News | 17 May 2012 | 12:06 pm EDT

Rocsi, Terrence J Leaving “106 & Park”

(AllHipHop News) Hit Hip-Hop/r&b video countdown show “106 & Park” will go through some major changes in the near future. According to the New York Post, longtime co-host Rocsi Diaz is leaving the show to pursue an acting career. Rocsi will reportedly be relocating to the West Coast, in an effort to pursue a career…

Source: AllHipHop.com » News | 17 May 2012 | 8:45 am EDT

50 Cent Hospitalized For Stomach Virus

50 CENT HOSPITALIZED!

Source: AllHipHop.com » News | 16 May 2012 | 10:26 pm EDT

EXCLUSIVE: Jimmy Henchman Trial Day 3: Daily News Article Made Drug Dealer Snitch

AN ARTICLE IN THE NY DAILY NEWS MADE MEMBER OF DRUG RING SNITCH ON A DRUG RING ALLEGEDLY HEADED BY JIMMY HENCHMAN!!

Source: AllHipHop.com » News | 16 May 2012 | 7:00 pm EDT

Chuck Brown, Godfather of Go-Go Music, Dies

FOUNDER OF GO-GO MUSIC DIES

Source: AllHipHop.com » News | 16 May 2012 | 5:33 pm EDT

Lucky Don Ft. Maino "Whats Happennin Potnah" [Official Music Video]

Lucky Don Ft. Maino "Whats Happennin Potnah"

Directed By Scenario Video after the…

Source: Featured Blog Posts - ThisIs50.com | 16 May 2012 | 4:37 pm EDT

Joka118 - "Im Bad"

Joka118 - "Im…

Source: Featured Blog Posts - ThisIs50.com | 16 May 2012 | 4:34 pm EDT

Lil Boosie’s Daughter Iviona Rapping; Plans to Hit the Studio With Dad

(AllHipHop News) Lil’ Boosie’s daughter, Iviona Hatch, is finally recovering from several tumultuous months during which her father was fighting for his life and freedom. After Lil’ Boosie’s jury reached a non-guilty verdict in a Lousiana courthouse last week, Iviona wasted no time telling DJ Smallz that she has a blossoming music career and is…

Source: AllHipHop.com » News | 16 May 2012 | 3:50 pm EDT

EXCLUSIVE: Short Dawg Talks Relationship With Young Money; Explains Inspiration Behind “Drankenstein” Mixtapes

(AllHipHop News) Houston rapper and Young Money affiliate Short Dawg spoke exclusively with AllHipHop.com recently about his upcoming work with Young Money. Surprisingly, he also shared his love for the popular promethezine and codeine concoction popularly known as “drank,” “lean,” or “sizzurp.” Currently riding out a busy tour with Coast to Coast Mixtapes, Short Dawg…

Source: AllHipHop.com » News | 16 May 2012 | 2:52 pm EDT

90′s Hit Maker Akinyele Rakes In Millions As Vegas Strip Club Owner

AKINYELE MAKES MILLIONS WITH STRIP CLUB

Source: AllHipHop.com » News | 16 May 2012 | 1:41 pm EDT

Torae Premieres Visual For Pete Rock Produced “That Raw” Exclusively On AllHipHop.com; Talks Video Concept

TORAE PREMIERES "THAT RAW" ON ALLHIPHOP.COM

Source: AllHipHop.com » News | 16 May 2012 | 1:37 pm EDT

EXCLUSIVE: Celebrity Trainer Jeanette Jenkins Scores New Show On BET

CELEBRITY TRAINER JEANETTE JENKINS WHIPS ALLHIPHOP.COM INTO SHAPE & ANNOUNCES NEW SHOW!

Source: AllHipHop.com » News | 16 May 2012 | 1:14 pm EDT

EXCLUSIVE: Jimmy Henchman Comments On Trial ‘I Am The Perfect Scapegoat’

EXCLUSIVE: JIMMY HENCHMAN DISCUSSES HIS COCAINE TRIAL AS COURT PROCEEDINGS CONTINUE!

Source: AllHipHop.com » News | 16 May 2012 | 12:15 pm EDT

T.I. Announces Release Date for New Album “Trouble Man”

(AllHipHop News) Atlanta rapper and self proclaimed “King of the South,” T.I. took to New York’s Hot 97 with DJ Drama at his side this week to announce the release date of his upcoming project titled, Trouble Man. The album follows up T.I.’s New Year’s Eve mixtape called F*ck the City Up, and will be…

Source: AllHipHop.com » News | 16 May 2012 | 8:40 am EDT

Rock The Bells Announces Bone Thugs Reunion With Massive Festival Line-Up

BONE THUGS-IN-HARMONY HEADLINE MASSIVE 2012 ROCK THE BELLS!

Source: AllHipHop.com » News | 16 May 2012 | 2:28 am EDT

EXCLUSIVE: Jimmy Henchman Trial Day 2: Former Friend Cooperates, Reveals Drug Operation

JIMMY HENCHMAN'S FORMER FRIEND TESTIFIED AGAINST HIM TODAY IN A $10 MILLION-PER-YEAR COCAINE TRIAL!

Source: AllHipHop.com » News | 15 May 2012 | 9:05 pm EDT

EXCLUSIVE: Jimmy Henchman Trial Day 2: Journalist/ Rival Chuck Philips Removed From Court

JIMMY HENCHMAN RIVAL CHUCK PHILIPS SUBPOENAED, REMOVED FROM COURT!

Source: AllHipHop.com » News | 15 May 2012 | 2:10 pm EDT

DMX Unleashes “The Weigh In EP” As Longtime Fans Await His Forthcoming “Undisputed” Album

DOWNLOAD DMX'S "THE WEIGH IN" EP NOW!

Source: AllHipHop.com » News | 15 May 2012 | 2:05 pm EDT

Killer Mike Releases “R.A.P. Music” in Collaboration with El-P

ATLANTA'S KILLER MIKE DROPS HIS ANTICIPATED "R.A.P. MUSIC" TODAY WITH EL-P

Source: AllHipHop.com » News | 15 May 2012 | 12:34 pm EDT

“106 & Park” Launches New Freestyle Segment “The Backroom”

2 CHAINZ WILL LAUNCH A NEW HIP-HOP SEGMENT SET TO DEBUT ON 106 & PARK!

Source: AllHipHop.com » News | 15 May 2012 | 9:25 am EDT

SNEAK PREVIEW: Track Leaks and Cover Art from DMX’s “The Weigh In”; EP Drops at 2PMEST

LEAKS: DMX TEAMS WITH SNOOP DOGG & DR. DRE, TYRESE; "THE WEIGH IN" EP DROPS AT 2PM EST

Source: AllHipHop.com » News | 15 May 2012 | 8:32 am EDT

Waka Flocka Signs Haitian Fresh, Preps EP With Wyclef, B.O.B. and Roscoe Dash

WAKA FLOCKA ADDS HAITIAN FRESH TO BRICK SQUAD

Source: AllHipHop.com » News | 14 May 2012 | 11:09 pm EDT

Teyana Taylor Signs To Kanye West’s G.O.O.D. Music With 2012 Release

TEYANA TAYLOR SIGNS TO G.O.O.D. MUSIC

Source: AllHipHop.com » News | 14 May 2012 | 9:22 pm EDT

The Roots Release Poster for Historic 5th Annual Picnic; Rakim Added to Jam-Packed Bill

(AllHipHop News) Today (May 14), The Roots officially announced the full lineup for their 5th Annual Roots Picnic. In addition to the previously announced array of artists, The Roots unveiled a poster detailing all of the acts that will be included on the bill for the Picnic. The poster features a Native American theme, with…

Source: AllHipHop.com » News | 14 May 2012 | 5:39 pm EDT

Chris Brown, Cee-Lo and Usher to Perform at 2012 Billboard Music Awards in Las Vegas

(AllHipHop News) Chris Brown has officially been added to a lineup of over 10 performers who will grace the stage at next weekend’s Billboard Music Awards in Las Vegas. The 2012 awards show, which is hosted by “Modern Family” stars Ty Burrell and Julie Bowen, is set to include performances from the likes of Justin Beiber,…

Source: AllHipHop.com » News | 14 May 2012 | 3:06 pm EDT

EXCLUSIVE: Opening Statements Begin In Jimmy Henchman Cocaine Case

JIMMY HENCHMAN IS ON TRIAL FOR RUNNING A $10 MILLION COCAINE OPERATION...CLICK HERE FOR THE COURTROOM DETAILS!

Source: AllHipHop.com » News | 14 May 2012 | 2:00 pm EDT

Mystikal To Deliver New Music to Fans During 81-Day Prison Stint; “Origins” Mixtape Set For July 30th Release

(AllHipHop News) New Orleans native and YMCMB recording artist Mystikal has announced plans to release a new mixtape, Origins, on July 30 that will feature brand-new music from the man behind such records as “Danger (Been So Long),” “Shake Ya *ss”, and “Bouncin’ Back.” Michael “Mystikal” Tyler checked into a Louisiana jail earlier this morning (May 14),…

Source: AllHipHop.com » News | 14 May 2012 | 1:14 pm EDT

EXCLUSIVE: Murphy Lee and St. Lunatics Release New Moscato Called “Freaky Muscato”

(AllHipHop News) St. Louis’ own Murphy Lee spoke with AllHipHop.com recently about a new Moscato wine that he and the St. Lunatics have developed. The after-dinner drink, called “Freaky Muscato,” is a sparkling wine made by Ste. Genevieve’s Crown Valley Winery and has already hit stores in Missouri, Illinois, Tennessee, Kentucky, Georgia, Alabama, and Arkansas.…

Source: AllHipHop.com » News | 14 May 2012 | 11:24 am EDT

Big K.R.I.T.’s “Live From the Underground” Tracklisting Reveals Collaborations With B.B. King, Ludacris, Devin the Dude and More

(AllHipHop News) With a June 5 release date fast approaching, Def Jam recording artist Big K.R.I.T. has officially unveiled the tracklisting for his major label debut, Live From the Underground. K.R.I.T. enlisted a number of well-known Southern rappers for the album, some of which include Devin the Dude, 2 Chainz, Ludacris, and Bun B. Live From the Underground will…

Source: AllHipHop.com » News | 14 May 2012 | 8:34 am EDT

Jay-Z To Launch “Made In America” Music Festival

(AllHipHop News) Hip-Hop mogul Jay-Z is slated to appear in Philadelphia later today (May 14), where he will announce the new Made in America Festival. The rapper will supposedly make the announcement with Mayor Michael Nutter later today, in front of the Philadelphia Art Museum. The New York Times reports that Jay-Z will preside over…

Source: AllHipHop.com » News | 14 May 2012 | 7:53 am EDT

EXCLUSIVE: J. Dilla’s Mom Launches Label For Producer’s Catalog

J. DILLA'S MOTHER HAS LAUNCHED RUFF DRAFT RECORDS FOR HER SON'S CATALOG!

Source: AllHipHop.com » News | 13 May 2012 | 3:05 pm EDT

EXCLUSIVE: Lil Boosie’s Cousin Speaks; Family Celebrates

(AllHipHop News) Yesterday (May 11), fans, family and supporters gathered outside the 19th judicial courthouse in downtown Baton Rouge Louisiana, in excitement and joy for the ‘not guilty’ verdict in the first degree murder trial of rapper Torrence Hatch, aka Lil Boosie. Emotions and tears had to be suppressed while in the courtroom, because the…

Source: AllHipHop.com » News | 12 May 2012 | 2:05 pm EDT

EXCLUSIVE: Jay-Z To Make Major Announcement With Philadelphia Mayor

JAY-Z IS GOING TO MAKE A MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENT IN PHILLY ON MONDAY!

Source: AllHipHop.com » News | 11 May 2012 | 9:00 pm EDT

EXCLUSIVE: Master P Eyes No Limit Records Comeback; Says He’s in Competition with Birdman

MASTER P EYES BIRDMAN'S SPOT; PLANS RENEWED NO LIMIT RECORDS WITH NEW ARTISTS

Source: AllHipHop.com » News | 11 May 2012 | 8:17 pm EDT

EXCLUSIVE: Details In Lil Boosie Acquittal Of First-Degree Murder

EXCLUSIVE DETAILS FROM INSIDE THE COURT WHERE LIL BOOSIE WAS ACQUITTED OF MURDER!

Source: AllHipHop.com » News | 11 May 2012 | 8:07 pm EDT

Lil Boosie Acquitted Of Murder

LIL BOOSIE ACQUITTED OF MURDER CHARGE!

Source: AllHipHop.com » News | 11 May 2012 | 6:50 pm EDT

AHH Stray News: Wiz Khalifa Reveals “O.N.I.F.C.” Collaborators; Meek Mills Signs With Roc Nation Management; Aesop Rock Announces Tour Dates

(AllHipHop News) With less than four months to go until his second Atlantic Records album, O.N.I.F.C., hits stores, Taylor Gang’s Wiz Khalifa is revealing collaborators for his follow-up to 2011′s Rolling Papers. Wiz recently told DJ Whoo Kid, “I’ve got Pharrell on there, he did a beat and a verse, I’ve got Cam’Ron on there. I’ve got…

Source: AllHipHop.com » News | 11 May 2012 | 1:52 pm EDT

Rick Ross On Board “Best of Summer” Concert In Kingston

(AllHipHop News) Representatives for Rick Ross’ Maybach Music Group have released a statement about inaccurate reports surrounding the roster’s appearance at the Best of Summer Concert in Kingston, Jamaica. Reports surfaced that the entire Maybach Music Group roster, including Wale, Meek Mill and Stalley, would perform at the Best of Summer Concert, which takes place…

Source: AllHipHop.com » News | 11 May 2012 | 12:01 pm EDT

Big Sean To Serve As Principal Of Day For Detroit School

BIG SEAN...THE PRINCIPAL OF A HIGH SCHOOL?

Source: AllHipHop.com » News | 11 May 2012 | 9:19 am EDT

NC DJ Waleed Coyote Challenges WWE’s Chris Jericho To Match After Club Altercation

NORTH CAROLINA DJ WALEED COYOTE CHALLENGES WWE'S CHRIS JERICHO TO A MATCH AFTER DISPUTE IN NIGHTCLUB!!!

Source: AllHipHop.com » News | 11 May 2012 | 4:35 am EDT

BREAKING NEWS: Lil Boosie’s Defense Rests Without Calling A Single Witness; Closing Arguments Begin

LIL BOOSIE'S DEFENSE ABRUPTLY RESTS THEIR CASE WITHOUT CALLING A SINGLE WITNESS!

Source: AllHipHop.com » News | 10 May 2012 | 10:30 pm EDT

R.I.P. Adam Yauch

  The passing of Adam Yauch on May 4, 2012 has left a void in not only the hip hop world, but the entire music world. Adam “MCA” Yauch was born on August 5, 1964 in Brooklyn, NY. He started The Beastie Boys for his 17th birthday, after teaching himself how to play bass, in [...]

Source: Hip Hop Press Everything Feed | 8 May 2012 | 9:45 am EDT

Wacka Flocka Flame Continues His PETA Campaign

After posing twice for PETA, Wacka Flocka Flame has been invited by Unleash Magazine for an interview about his dog, Red Rose. He talked about his passion for dogs and about his current dog’s attitude. According to Wacka Flocka Flame he had this love for dogs since he was a kid and had his Pit [...]

Source: Hip Hop Press Everything Feed | 26 Apr 2012 | 9:00 am EDT

How Can You Learn To Write Rap Lyrics?

Successful hip hop/rap lyrics are dependent on one important aspect; flow, which is the rhythmic chemistry that occurs when your words meet the music. Even if you have never written rap lyrics before, you can begin by studying techniques that have worked for other rappers over the course of the last two decades. Like so [...]

Source: Hip Hop Press Everything Feed | 25 Apr 2012 | 9:00 am EDT

Sabi’s “Where They Do That At?” Feat. Wale

Wild Heart Sabi vents on wish-washy lovers on her new song entitled, “Where They Do That At?” that features a verse from Wale. This fresh Mike Mahil-directed music video shot in Sabi’s native Inglewood is the second time of her joining Wale since her lead role in his “Sabotage” video. Sabi works hard on her [...]

Source: Hip Hop Press Everything Feed | 22 Apr 2012 | 11:00 am EDT

Young Piff – Make Way (Official Video)

I go by the name of Young Piff 19 year old Producer/Engineer/MC from Victorville, CA. I am interested in submitting my newest Music Video titled “Make Way”. Below are a few links where you can check out my viral marketing. I have a solid fan base steadily growing. Please feel free to contact me back [...]

Source: Hip Hop Press Everything Feed | 10 Apr 2012 | 6:45 am EDT

Drake: The Girl From Marvin’s Room Has Her Hand Out

Ericka Lee, the girl who provided the woman’s voice on Drake’s “Marvin’s Room” is now suing the rapper, claiming that she wasn’t compensated as much as promised. According to Lee, Drizzy promised her co-writing credits as well as a split of the profits from the song but has received neither. The rapper has already filed [...]

Source: Hip Hop Press Everything Feed | 10 Apr 2012 | 5:35 am EDT

Kanye’s “Tell PETA My Mink Is Draggin’ On The Floor” Line Gets Response

Kanye West who loves to wear fur coats got a reply from the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, talking about a line from his latest track, “Theraflu”. His provocative line that says, ‘Tell PETA my mink is draggin’ on the floor’ caught the institution’s attention which made Senior Vice President, Dan Matthews to [...]

Source: Hip Hop Press Everything Feed | 9 Apr 2012 | 1:00 pm EDT

FreddsDEAD – Nobody’s Perfect (But Me)

Hailing from Chattanooga, Tennessee; FreddsDEAD adds a bit of Southern flavor to J Cole’s “Nobody’s Perfect” instrumental. DOWNLOAD LINK: http://linkmixes.com/ddsfns6mwzfn CONTACT INFO http://freddsdead.tumblr.com/ https://twitter.com/#!/FreddsDEAD

Source: Hip Hop Press Everything Feed | 9 Apr 2012 | 6:31 am EDT

Fabolous: Drops $28k In Strip Club

Sure, rappers drop major cash in strip clubs all the time, but Fabolous put them all to shame last week. According to TMZ, he spent $28,000 at Atlanta’s Diamonds on Wednesday. In some of the pics, you can barely see the carpet it’s so littered with bills. Comedian Kevin Hart also did his part to [...]

Source: Hip Hop Press Everything Feed | 9 Apr 2012 | 5:28 am EDT

Azad Right – “Old School”

Source: Hip Hop Press Everything Feed | 9 Apr 2012 | 3:17 am EDT

Sir Michael Rocks - Premier Politics Mixtape

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Sir Michael Rocks - Premier Politics Mixtape

Source: LOUD.com Latest Updates | 4 Oct 2011 | 9:00 am EDT

DJ Headbussa, Coast 2 Coast Mixtapes - Coast 2 Coast 177 Mixtape

Source: LOUD.com Latest Updates | 1 Oct 2011 | 9:00 am EDT

B. White (of The 58's) - The Evidence Mixtape

Source: LOUD.com Latest Updates | 30 Sep 2011 | 9:00 am EDT

Kydd Joe, DJ Sense and DJ Frank White - Pastor Troy - Crown Royal 2 Mixtape

Source: LOUD.com Latest Updates | 29 Sep 2011 | 9:00 am EDT

DJ Big Mike, Haris Amilli, DJ KG - Jitta On The Track - Be Right Back Mixtape

Source: LOUD.com Latest Updates | 28 Sep 2011 | 9:00 am EDT

FreshNewTracks, ThisSongIsSick - Tarik - T.R.I.G.S. Mixtape

Source: LOUD.com Latest Updates | 27 Sep 2011 | 9:00 am EDT

Hi-Rez - A Walk To Remember Mixtape

Source: LOUD.com Latest Updates | 26 Sep 2011 | 9:00 am EDT

Charles Hamilton - C.A.T.S. Can Mixtape

Source: LOUD.com Latest Updates | 25 Sep 2011 | 9:00 am EDT

DJ ill Will and DJ Rockstar - MOD SUN - Blazed By The Bell Mixtape

Source: LOUD.com Latest Updates | 24 Sep 2011 | 9:00 am EDT

DJ ill Will and DJ Rockstar - MOD SUN - Blazed By The Bell Mixtape

Source: LOUD.com Latest Updates | 23 Sep 2011 | 9:00 am EDT

DJ Rhude - Nas - The Found Tapes Mixtape

Source: LOUD.com Latest Updates | 22 Sep 2011 | 9:00 am EDT

DJ OP - Uncle Murda - Murder Was The Case Mixtape

Source: LOUD.com Latest Updates | 21 Sep 2011 | 9:00 am EDT

Waka Flocka - Wild Boy Mixtape

Source: LOUD.com Latest Updates | 20 Sep 2011 | 9:00 am EDT

Waka Flocka - Wild Boy Mixtape

Source: LOUD.com Latest Updates | 19 Sep 2011 | 9:00 am EDT

DJ P Exclusivez - Yung LA - Crush Da Block 2 Mixtape

Source: LOUD.com Latest Updates | 18 Sep 2011 | 9:00 am EDT

Tapemasters Inc and DJ Envy - Various Artists - Purple Codeine 39 Mixtape

Source: LOUD.com Latest Updates | 17 Sep 2011 | 9:00 am EDT

Rocky Diamonds - The Diamond Life Mixtape

Source: LOUD.com Latest Updates | 16 Sep 2011 | 9:00 am EDT

Rocky Diamonds - The Diamond Life Mixtape

Source: LOUD.com Latest Updates | 15 Sep 2011 | 9:00 am EDT

Lil B The Based God - Black Flame Mixtape

Source: LOUD.com Latest Updates | 14 Sep 2011 | 9:00 am EDT

The Syndicate and DJ Rell - Mac Miller - Donald Trump Mixtape

Source: LOUD.com Latest Updates | 13 Sep 2011 | 9:00 am EDT

Biggy Jiggy Mixtapes - Various Artists - Exclusive Tunes S.G. 46 Mixtape

Source: LOUD.com Latest Updates | 12 Sep 2011 | 9:00 am EDT

September 7th - 2Pac - Eternal Legend Mixtape

Source: LOUD.com Latest Updates | 9 Sep 2011 | 9:00 am EDT

L-R-G - Exile - Intro To The Outro Mixtape

Source: LOUD.com Latest Updates | 8 Sep 2011 | 9:00 am EDT

J. Cole - Any Given Sunday EP #5 Mixtape

Source: LOUD.com Latest Updates | 7 Sep 2011 | 9:00 am EDT

Cam'ron - Cam'ron and Vado - Boss Of All Bosses 2.8: Road To 3.0 Mixtape

Source: LOUD.com Latest Updates | 6 Sep 2011 | 9:00 am EDT

Birdman - Red State Mixtape

Source: LOUD.com Latest Updates | 5 Sep 2011 | 9:00 am EDT

Frank Ocean - Dream Killa Mixtape

Source: LOUD.com Latest Updates | 4 Sep 2011 | 9:00 am EDT

DJ Rapid Ric - Killa Kyleon - Candy Paint N Texas Plates 2 Mixtape

Source: LOUD.com Latest Updates | 3 Sep 2011 | 9:00 am EDT

DJ Rapid Ric - Killa Kyleon - Candy Paint N Texas Plates 2 Mixtape

Source: LOUD.com Latest Updates | 2 Sep 2011 | 9:00 am EDT

The Dream - 1977 Mixtape

Source: LOUD.com Latest Updates | 1 Sep 2011 | 9:00 am EDT

Don Trip - Human Torch III Mixtape

Source: LOUD.com Latest Updates | 31 Aug 2011 | 9:00 am EDT

Dev - Dev - Is Hot: The Mixtape Mixtape

Source: LOUD.com Latest Updates | 30 Aug 2011 | 9:00 am EDT

Lil B - I Forgive You Mixtape

Source: LOUD.com Latest Updates | 29 Aug 2011 | 9:00 am EDT

Drake - Im Not Myself Mixtape

Source: LOUD.com Latest Updates | 28 Aug 2011 | 9:00 am EDT

DJ Lennox - Aaliyah - Never Forgotten Mixtape

Source: LOUD.com Latest Updates | 27 Aug 2011 | 9:00 am EDT

DJ ill Will, Coast 2 Coast Mixtapes - Coast 2 Coast 172 Mixtape

Source: LOUD.com Latest Updates | 26 Aug 2011 | 9:00 am EDT

Show Tufli - Cool, Calm, Col.lect.ed Mixtape

Source: LOUD.com Latest Updates | 25 Aug 2011 | 9:00 am EDT

DJ Hood, DJ Grady and DJ Diggz - Various Artists - Harlem Heist 3 Mixtape

Source: LOUD.com Latest Updates | 24 Aug 2011 | 9:00 am EDT

DJ Hood and DJ Grady - Various Artists - The Stock Report 12 Mixtape

Source: LOUD.com Latest Updates | 23 Aug 2011 | 9:00 am EDT

Wale - The Eleven One Eleven Theory Mixtape

Source: LOUD.com Latest Updates | 21 Aug 2011 | 9:00 am EDT

Wale - The Eleven One Eleven Theory Mixtape

Source: LOUD.com Latest Updates | 20 Aug 2011 | 9:00 am EDT

ABMusic - Lil B - Thank You Based God (lil B's Greatest Hits) Mixtape

Source: LOUD.com Latest Updates | 17 Aug 2011 | 9:00 am EDT

DJ ill Will and DJ Rockstar - T-Streets - The Streets Is Watching Mixtape

Source: LOUD.com Latest Updates | 14 Aug 2011 | 9:00 am EDT

DJ ill Will and DJ Rockstar - T-Streets - The Streets Is Watching Mixtape

Source: LOUD.com Latest Updates | 13 Aug 2011 | 9:00 am EDT

Game - Hoodmorning (No Typo): Candy Coronas [No DJ] Mixtape

Source: LOUD.com Latest Updates | 12 Aug 2011 | 9:00 am EDT

DJ ill Will - Chrishan - Man Of The Year 2 Mixtape

Source: LOUD.com Latest Updates | 11 Aug 2011 | 9:00 am EDT

DJ Blazita - Various Artists - RandB Summer Jams Vol 4 Mixtape

Source: LOUD.com Latest Updates | 10 Aug 2011 | 9:00 am EDT

Dj Fletch - Nicki Minaj and Dj Fletch - Such A Barbie Mixtape

Source: LOUD.com Latest Updates | 9 Aug 2011 | 9:00 am EDT

Playboi In The Mix - Kanye West and Jay-z - Watch The Throne Album Mixtape

Source: LOUD.com Latest Updates | 8 Aug 2011 | 9:00 am EDT

The Dillz: to dubstep, and beyond

Inside: Rescuing pitbulls, rescuing dancefloors, and rescuing good dubstep from the clutches of the mainstream, Bill May, aka The Dillz may be the most exciting new DJ I have come across in 2010. the only problemL hes not a dj!

Source: House of Clubs | 2 Sep 2010 | 11:46 pm EDT

DC Metro: U Street Music Hall is open, officially on point

Congratulations to our man Tittsworth and his homeboy Will Eastman on the successful launch of their new venue, the U Street Music Hall.

Source: House of Clubs | 30 Mar 2010 | 2:49 pm EDT

Rob Sekay: Man Behind the Curtain

For the first time, we drag our COO and the co-founder of Cynamatik kicking and screaming into the spotlight. He didnt put up too much of a fight. Inside: the hazards of exposing 8 year olds to Todd Terry, Drum & Bass as an outlet for youth, and how its all about having fun. RIP DJ Blank & MC D!

Source: House of Clubs | 8 Mar 2010 | 11:39 am EST

Secret Squirrel’s B~Day Bash…..

WE HAVE DJ CONDUKTOR ALL THE WAY FROM FL & THE HARDEST WORKING MAN IN THE SCENE DIGITAL MIZCHIEF BRINGING THE BOOM IN BAM! WITH LOCAL SUPORT FROM SECRET SQUIRREL & DJ DUNKEY PUNCH! THIS IS GOING TO BE A EPIC NIGHT SO MAKE SURE YOU CAN BE A PART OF IT SO BRING YOR ASS!

Source: House of Clubs | 23 Feb 2010 | 12:58 am EST

The adventures of Dani Deahl

Miss Dani is living up to her name, and becoming a really big Deahl. Inside: we discuss femininity in the scene, Kanye West #fail, and the correct syntax for crafting a proper Haiku.

Source: House of Clubs | 20 Feb 2010 | 6:52 pm EST

Rigorous Intuition

Spanning from Tear-out Breaks all the way down to brutal Dubstep, these guys are sure to melt faces and entertain even the most avid club goer as they mix thru genre upon genre.

Source: House of Clubs | 9 Feb 2010 | 4:35 pm EST

Dunkey Punch @ Stupid Cupid 2/14/10

What? 9 hrs, 9 dj’s and it’s Valentine’s Day! Plus the kicker is President’S Day is the next day. So you know what that means The club stays open til 3am… So once your done doing your V-day biz, come out and enjoy your evening! CHEAP DRINKS ALL NIGHT! OPEN SLOT FROM [...]

Source: House of Clubs | 8 Feb 2010 | 12:55 am EST

Electronola update: Madd Wikkid leaks a tune just in time for Mardi Gras

The Days has a definite funk/soul element, right from the first licks of the B line.

Source: House of Clubs | 7 Feb 2010 | 12:50 pm EST

DC Metro: Hot Pink Delorean, Monsterz Under the Bed, Leko in Bmore!

By now, if you read Cynamatik, you already know about the Monsterz under the Bed. Now that we’ve had a chat about DJ LEKO as well, this Steez Promo is the perfect opportunity for headz up in the BWI corridor (especially those who are just joining us) to come out for a kick ass Dance [...]

Source: House of Clubs | 6 Feb 2010 | 1:29 pm EST

Dunkey Punch

This creative mixer, producer and performance artist needs no hype because the impact of his musical ability and fresh personality speaks for itself.

Source: House of Clubs | 6 Feb 2010 | 1:07 pm EST