Kid Cudi’s Sophomore Release Set For September 14th

Cudders’ sophomore album, Man On The Moon: The Legend Of Mr. Rager, is apparently set to arrive in stores September 14th. Collaborations on the new album will include familiar faces from MOTM, such as Ratatat, Emile, Plain Pat and Kanye West, as well as the new addition of Band of Horses and producer Jim Jonsin.- Spin

Beyonce Sued For “Why Don’t You Love Me” Video Shoot Trespassing

Recent court documents show that “Philip Markowitz” filed a lawsuit seeking $25,000 yesterday in Los Angeles against Beyonce, her production coordinator Dina Ciccotello and a liability company. Mr. Markowitz is a neighbor in the Los Angelos community where Beyonce filmed the video for “Why Don’t You Love Me” and claims the singer and her crew violated his privacy on the morning of March 26th and didn’t leave until 11p.m. He also complained about his driveway being repeatedly blocked, as well as the loud disturbances and damages that were inflicted.

‘Training Day’ Director Confirms Upcoming 2Pac Biopic

Director Of Training Day, Antoine Fuqua, has confirmed that his next film will be a biopic about late rapper Tupac Shakur:

“It looks like we’re doing Tupac Shakur’s movie next in September, that’s what I’ve been starting up and working on now,” he said. “I’ve been working on that for a while with Morgan Creek and Jim Robinson. I just got the greenlight from him and we’re going in September. I’ve just started to prep that.”

“The goal [is to find an unknown actor for Shakur’s role], I want to discover someone new,” he explained. “I want to discover a lot of new people if I can. Obviously I’m going to have to put some people in it that you know, just because actors have different skills. I want to go to the streets and find him anywhere he might be in the world.” ~DigitalSpy



Nas Remakes AC/DC Cut w/ Carlos Santana

AHH has learned that rapper Nas has teamed with guitar legend Carlos Santana on a remake of AC/DC’s classic track “Back in Black.” Other artists featured on Santana’s upcoming album include Chris Cornell, who remakes “Whole Lotta Love” by Led Zeppelin and Joe Cocker, who takes on Jimi Hendrix’s “Little Wing.”

New Music: Kanye West– Power (Ft. Dwele)

King Kanye’s reign has officially begun with the 1st offering from his HIGHLY anticipated album, Good Ass Job. Check out “Power” featuring Dwele”. Album is due out this September. Check out the stream below.

Flesh-N-Bone Enters Guilty Plea, Receives Fine

In entering a guilty plea to fourth degree misdemeanor of disorderly conduct on Wednesday, rapper Flesh-N-Bone received a $250 fine for his troubles in regards to felony charges of assault with a firearm in January 1999. Flesh released a statement of his own, one that showed his gratitude to supporters.

“In my life, I have faced real tough times and I have been blessed in many ways; I am glad to put this behind me to focus on my music and my family.  I am grateful to the family, friends, and fans of our music that have stood by me,” he noted. ~hhdx

50 Cent “Inspired By Biggie & 2Pac” For Upcoming ‘Black Magic LP’

In gearing up for his fifth studio album titled Black Magic, 50 Cent told Detroit News that he has been listening to 2Pac and the Notorious B.I.G. for inspiration to do the album. He also confirmed the sound will be “more soulful and more mature” and similar to Jay-Z with his latest installment in the Blueprint series, he seems in no hurry to release the project:

“I listen to those records to create expectations. It creates a level to me, within myself, of how good the record has to be before I’m ready to launch it.” “When I rush, it’s not my best. And then I get a response that isn’t the best.”

Spike Lee x ABSOLUT Brooklyn (Behind The Scenes)

Spike Lee links with Absolut Vodka to create a limited edition flavor (red apple and ginger) called ABSOLUT Brooklyn, and a short film with spoken word artist Lemon Andersen for their ongoing City Series. Cool bottle

Alicia Keys Confirms Pregnancy, To Wed Swizz Beatz

The Associated Press reports that Alicia Keys has confirmed she is pregnant with her first child and is planning to wed producer Swizz Beatz. They’re engaged to be married at a private ceremony later this year. ~AP

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