Jennifer Hudson & Terrance Howard- Winnie (Trailer) [Video]

The trailer for the Winnie Mandela biopic hit the net earlier this morning. I know tons folks will criticize Terrance after seeing this clip (for various reasons), but it beats Dennis Haysbert (aka the Allstate dude) playing Nelson in a movie. That was terrible. However, this film looks mighty good.

Nicki Minaj On Wendy Williams Show [Video]



Nicki talks to Wendy Williams on how she got her big break, her Trinidad heritage, her pops burning down their house when she was younger, and much more.Down below, she performs her single “Right Thru Me”. In related news, Nicki also snagged a new lipstick deal with Mac for a limited edition ‘Pink Friday’ lipstick. More details can be found here.

Lil’ Wayne Records 1st Track Since Release

Home for only nine days, Lil’ Wayne has wasted no time, already hitting the studio to record his first record since returning from Rikers.

His affiliate DJ Scoob Doo shared the news, comparing the song to his Grammy-winning hit “A Milli.” “Nino Brown aka @liltunechi Got His First Song Since Rikers Coming To Yall Soon,” he tweeted. “Just Think A 2010 Version Of A Milli..But On Streroids.” Check out the first recording with Birdman here.

Raekwon- Ason Jones [Video]

From Rae’s “OB4CL2” album, in memory of Ol’ Dirty Bastard, who would’ve turned 42 years old today. Over the weekend also marked the 6th anniversary of his death.

Keri Hilson Covers Jones Magazine (Winter Issue) + Behind The Scenes [Video]



Keri Hilson is in full press mode with her anticipated sophomore album, No Boys Allowed, dropping on December 21st. Here she graces the cover of Jones Magazine’s Black Girls Rock (winter issue, hitting newsstands Nov. 30th). In the issue, she also speaks with Jones Mag’s editor-in-Chief, Tracey Ferguson about friendships, creativity and her confidence. Spotted at YBF. Cover after the jump.

Jay-Z Interview with Howard Stern [Audio]

Jay-Z stopped by Howard Stern’s Sirius Satellite radio show earlier this morning to promote his new book, Decoded, as well as an in-depth discussion about (excerpts) in the book (via Source). During the hour long interview, Jay touches on his upbringing at Marcy Projects, Oprah, the first time meeting Rihanna, President Obama, his strained relationship with his late father (another excerpt below), his marriage to Beyonce, and his thoughts on Kanye’s VMA incident & Hurricane Katrina comments about Bush. Listen here.

Link here: Jay-Z ‘Decoded’ exclusive excerpt: Dad taught me how to be an artist and hip hop changed the ‘hood’ [via NY Daily News]

Jazmine Sullivan- 10 Seconds [Official Video]

Official video for Jazmine Sullivan’s 2nd single from her album Love Me Back in stores November 30th. Lovely video by the way.

Rihanna – What’s My Name (ft. Drake) [Video]

Here’s the official video for Rihanna and Drizzy Drake’s number # 1 single, “What’s My Name.” Under the cut, she stops by David Letterman’s show to perform this very single.

Michael Jackson- Michael [Album Cover + Tracklist]

Make way for the King. After a few setbacks, and a recent dispute over the authenticity of MJ’s vocals, the ball is finally rolling for the much-anticipated album by the late gloved icon. Here’s the official artwork for his amply titled project Michael, due in stores December 14th. The oil painted cover, which was designed by artist Kadir Nelson, highlights some of Mike’s key moments in his illustrious career. The album will also join projects from Diddy, Ciara, and Yo Gotti on the shelves, who all have no chance in hell to compete with this LP. A milli maybe? Hit the jump for the first offering from the album, the lawyer’s comments about the song, as well as the official tracklisting that features 50 Cent, Lenny Kravitz, Akon and T-Pain.

R. Kelly- Love Letter (Artwork) + Release Date

Here’s a look at the artwork for R. Kelly’s 11th solo album Love Letter, scheduled to hit shelves on December 14th. The set, which is lead by Kellz’ throwback single “When A Woman Loves,” (currently No. 23 on the R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart) will supposedly feature songs inspired by the likes of Marvin Gaye and Sam Cooke, as well as material from the 50′s & 60′s. In two weeks (Nov.22nd), the second official single from the project will be released, also accompanied with a Christmas remix soon after. Props to  Billboard. Check out the single “Love Letter” as well as the Christmas mix (click here).

UPDATE: Here’s the un-watermarked artwork, along with the official tracklist: