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Snoop Dogg Reveals Tracklisting & Credits For Upcoming Malice N Wonderland Album

2009-11-11T12:46:50Z

Snoop Dogg's upcoming tenth studio album, Malice N Wonderland, is inching closer and closer to its December 8th release date, so the Dogg is revealing more info about the project. This week, the Long Beach rapper dropped the official tracklisting...

Fuse Counts Down The Top 20 Hip-Hop Videos of All-Time

2009-11-11T11:51:41Z

Fuse is counting down the top 20 hip-hop videos of all time in "20 Hottest Hip Hop Videos" this week. It premieres on Wednesday (November 11) at 10p ET. From LL Cool J to Biggie, Run DMC to JAY-Z, viewers will have to tune-in to see which video is number one.

Swollen Members ft. Tech N9ne & Tre Nyce: Bollywood Chick (Music Video)

2009-11-11T11:47:08Z

The official music video for Swollen Members' new single, "Bollywood Chick," featuring Tech N9ne. The track is the latest off their new studio album, Armed To The Teeth, in stores now.

Meet Rising Producer MoSS — Talks Album, Vinyl, More

2009-11-11T11:42:51Z

The elusive MoSS sits down at FLOW 93.5 in Toronto with Eternia to debut the world premiere of a song from "AT LAST", while DJ Premier, Termanology and Statik Seletak explain why he's that dude!

Amp Live ft. Trackademicks & Mr. Micro: Gary Is A Robot (Music Video)

2009-11-11T11:36:46Z

Cali-based producer/DJ, Amp Live, drops the first video from his solo project, Murder at the Discotek, due out in 2010. This track is "Gary is a Robot."

Retired NBA Great Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Reveals Diagnosis of Rare Form of Cancer

2009-11-11T11:30:06Z

Retired NBA great, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, revealed this week that he's been diagnosed with a rare form of leukemia and is currently being treated. The 62-year-old Hall of Famer announced that he was diagnosed last December with chronic myeloid leukemia (CML)...

Shaq O’Neal’s Marriage is Done, Wife Files For Separation

2009-11-11T11:13:52Z

NBA star, Shaquille O'Neal, is headed to divorce court, as his wife of over six years filed for a legal separation from the Cleveland Cavaliers center this week in Los Angeles. According to reports, Shaunie O'Neal cited irreconcilable differences as the reason, and is seeking spousal and child support and full legal custody of the couple's four children.

Apathy, Ryu & Scoop Deville Form the Get Busy Committee — Release Debut in Innovative Format

2009-11-11T10:56:32Z

New hip-hop group Get Busy Committee have recently dropped their debut album, Uzi Does It. But, in an innovative way. They are giving away half of it for free to anyone who shares the record online, and are selling it in formats other than the standard CD-based album.

DJ Skee’s Live From L.A. Podcast: 11/10/09

2009-11-11T11:06:06Z

BallerStatus.com has partnered with DJ Skee to provide fans of his popular Sirius/XM satellite show, "Live From L.A.," with an exclusive weekly podcast of his show. Get the downloads, and/or stream two hours of music here. This week includes new tracks from Pill, Evidence, Young Jeezy, and more...

Popular 90s Streetwear Brand FUBU Set To Revamp Collection

2009-11-11T00:13:35Z

FUBU was one of the biggest street wear lines to come out of the 90s, launching in 1992 with co-signs from the likes of LL Cool J to Ludacris. Five years ago, the company headed overseas, and in recent years, its popularity has steeply declined within the U.S., but they're ready for a comeback.

Obie Trice Readies First Album Since Leaving Shady Records

2009-11-10T23:57:59Z

Detroit rapper Obie Trice is set to return with his first album since his departure from Shady Records in June 2008. The upcoming street LP, titled Special Reserve, finds Obie collaborating with producer MoSS for the project's entirety.

Dr. Dre Teams Up With Best Buy to Launch In-Store ‘Club Beats’ Area

2009-11-10T22:32:42Z

Dr. Dre, his Beats By Dre brand and Monster Cable has teamed up with Best Buy, in an effort to become a new destination for DJs, with the launch of a new in-store "Club Beats" area.

A Look into Poker Superstar Phil Ivey’s Lavish Lifestyle

2009-11-10T09:39:21Z

We spotted this over at TSS and we're blown away. Phil Ivey is the epitome of "living the fast life." He's made millions gambling -- playing poker, craps and black jack. Ivey's even played hands where millions were on the line. Check out how this guy lives ... straight baller status!

New Boyz Cancel Free Michigan Concert Due To Unruly Crowd

2009-11-10T09:32:59Z

Los Angeles duo, the New Boyz, were forced to cancel a concert in Flint, Michigan over the weekend, after their crowd got unruly and fights began to break out. The teen duo were booked for a free concert at the Genesee Valley Center, a mall with a capacity of 300, but a reported 1,500 people showed.

50 Cent Spends Over $1 Million A Year On Security

2009-11-10T08:51:01Z

One rapper who spends big money on keeping himself safe is 50 Cent. He's one of the biggest hip-hop stars in the world, and has made a few enemies on his journey to the top. So, when CNN published a report recently, stating he spends around $20,000 a week on security detail for his Connecticut mansion, it wasn't that much of a surprise.

Mix Master Mike Talks The Scratch Deck by Numark

2009-11-10T08:24:41Z

Recently, legendary turntablist DJ Mix Master Mike sat with "Scratch: The Ultimate" DJ to discuss the authenticity of the Scratch Deck by Numark. The video compares the Scratch Deck with two pieces of iconic DJ equipment; the Numark NS7 and the Akai Pro MPC.

50 Cent: Stretch (Crime Wave Pt. 2) (Music Video)

2009-11-10T07:39:34Z

This is the official music video for the track "Stretch" from 50 Cent's upcoming solo album, Before I Self Destruct, out November 16.

Boxer Floyd Mayweather Gives Back For The Holidays, via Toy Drive & Thanksgiving Meals For Homeless

2009-11-10T07:11:21Z

Boxing superstar Floyd Mayweather has a lot to be thankful for this holiday. After 21 months off, he had a dominating victory over Juan Manuel Marquez in September, not to mention plenty of money. Now, in recognition for his good fortune, he's giving back to less fortunate Las Vegas residents, via a toy drive and Thanksgiving feast.

Lil Boosie Violates Probation, Judge Doubles His Original Sentence

2009-11-10T06:57:00Z

Baton Rouge rapper Lil Boosie was handed down a steeper sentence on Monday (November 9), after he failed to abide by a judge's orders after being sentenced for a third-marijuana offense back in September. District Court Judge Chip Moore violated the rapper this Monday...

Retired NFL Star Lawrence Taylor Arrested for Hit-N-Run in Miami

2009-11-09T23:03:42Z

Former football star Lawrence Taylor was arrested on Sunday evening (November 8) after fleeing from the scene of an accident in the Miami area. The retired NFL star was arrested around 10 p.m. on Sunday for "leaving the scene of an accident/property damage."

Comedian Katt Williams Arrested in Georgia for Burglary

2009-11-09T23:02:45Z

Comedian Katt Williams was arrested in Atlanta early Monday morning (November 9) after he was arrested for allegedly breaking into a home. According to the reports, the 38-year-old comedian broke into a home in a rural area of Georgia on late Sunday (November 8), using a crowbar, and stole around $3,500 in jewelry and collectible coins...

Kansas City Chiefs Release Running Back Larry Johnson, Following Numerous Off-The-Field Problems

2009-11-09T21:51:35Z

The Kansas City Chiefs' star running back, Larry Johnson, has been released from the team, just shy was taking the team's all-time rushing record. According to reports, the Chiefs announced the player's release on Monday (November 9) following constant off-the-field problems...

Coolio Replaces DMX in Upcoming Celebrity Boxing Match

2009-11-09T21:19:01Z

DMX has reportedly backed out of his upcoming December celebrity boxing match, when the promotion company refused to fix the fight so he'd win. Thunder Promotions has found a replacement to step in ... another rapper by the name of Coolio.

KarmaLoopTV: The Kelly Show Episode #14

2009-11-09T20:49:29Z

In this week's installment of KarmaLoopTV's "Kelly Show," model Kelly Karloff gets wild and makes margaritas. To write to Kelly yourself, hit her at thekellyshow@karmaloop.com.

The Fat Boys Launch ‘Old School Sexy’ Styled Clothing Line — Fans Vote For Designs

2009-11-09T11:41:59Z

Popular 80s trio, The Fat Boys, are not only getting ready for a comeback to music, but they're doing all sorts of things that are catching attention these days. Now, the trio are gearing up for the release of a new clothing line...