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Dre Talks Detox and the Beef Between 50 Cent and Game at Club Beats!

Posted on 20. Nov, 2009 by ilir (ilir@musiconplay.net).

Last night at the Monster Cable/Beats by Dre “Club Beats” launch at the NYC Union Square Best Buy, Dr Dre was put on the spot with two serious questions! And he delivers answers:
“When are we gonna’ hear Detox?”

AND
“What’s your stance on the Game and 50 situation?”

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Judge Pleased with Chris Brown’s Progress

Posted on 20. Nov, 2009 by ilir (ilir@musiconplay.net).

Chris Brown has received “an extremely favorable” report from officials overseeing his probation, a Los Angeles judge said Thursday.
Judge Patricia M. Schnegg acknowledged that Brown has completed more than 100 hours of community labor so far, and seven domestic violence counseling sessions.

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The Roots, Alicia Keys To Light Up Rockefeller Center

Posted on 19. Nov, 2009 by ilir (ilir@musiconplay.net).

Philadelphia Hip-Hop band The Roots will be one of many star acts performing at this years Christmas in Rockefeller Center special which will air in NBC this December.
The annual Christmas in Rockefeller Center special will feature performances and appearances by The Roots, Aretha Franklin, Alicia Keys, Barry Manilow, Shakira, actor James Tupper and NBC news [...]

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New Battle Erupts Over Death Row Records

Posted on 19. Nov, 2009 by ilir (ilir@musiconplay.net).

A new court battle has erupted over the infamous Hip-Hop label Death Row Records, which was once home to rap stars like Tupac, Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg and others.
Lara Lavi formed Wideawake-Death Row Ent. with the company that financed the purchase, New Solutions Financial Corp.

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New Eminem Album “Relapse 2″ No Longer Happening? “Relapse: Refill” Dropping On December 22nd

Posted on 19. Nov, 2009 by ilir (ilir@musiconplay.net).

It appears that Eminem’s “Relapse 2” may no longer be coming as promised. According to HDD and Rap-Up Interscope will be re-releasing “Relapse” as “Relapse: Refill” December 22nd equipped with seven new tracks. While seven new tracks isn’t as good as a whole new album, it’s better than nothing. It is not confirmed that “Relapse [...]

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50 Cent’s Before I Self Destruct Projected To Sell 150-160K In First Week

Posted on 19. Nov, 2009 by ilir (ilir@musiconplay.net).

Based on first day sales, 50 Cent’s Before I Self Destruct is projected to sell between 150,000 and 160,000 units in its first week.

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Lupe Fiasco Featured in History Channel Documentary

Posted on 19. Nov, 2009 by ilir (ilir@musiconplay.net).

Howard Zinn’s The People’s History of the United States created quite a few headlines upon its release. Now, the book has inspired a new documentary to be shown on The History Channel. The film wasn’t only inspired by Zinn’s work, the author also acts as a co-executive producer.

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R. Kelly Reveals Collabos For Sexually Charged 10th Album

Posted on 19. Nov, 2009 by ilir (ilir@musiconplay.net).

R. Kelly has enlisted the likes of OJ Da Juiceman, Tyrese, The Dream, Keri Hilson and others for his tenth studio album, Untitled.
The majority of the 15-track album deals with Kelly’s favorite topic – sex.

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Former Outlawz Member Launching ‘Napoleon TV’

Posted on 19. Nov, 2009 by ilir (ilir@musiconplay.net).

Former Outlawz member Mutah “Napoleon” Beale will launch a new TV show in Britain to introduce people to Islam.
Napoleon TV will launch December 1 on Sky’s Up & Coming channel and will air across Europe and North Africa.

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Hip Hop Album Sales: The Week Ending 11/15/2009

Posted on 18. Nov, 2009 by ilir (ilir@musiconplay.net).

Michael Jackson looks platinum-plausible after three weeks of the This Is It soundtrack, especially with Black Friday approaching. The collection includes Jackson hits like the Hip Hop favorite “Human Nature” various demo and single versions of other hits throughout the last three decades. The work fell two places to #4 from last week.

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Gucci Mane Speaks Out From Jail: ‘I Will Get Through This’

Posted on 18. Nov, 2009 by ilir (ilir@musiconplay.net).

Gucci Mane spoke out for the first time Tuesday (November 17) since being sent back to jail last week. Through a statement sent to XXLMag.com, Gucci said he is prepared to face the music.

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Nas & Damian Marley Join National Geographic For Special Event

Posted on 18. Nov, 2009 by ilir (ilir@musiconplay.net).

Throughout 2009, Nas and Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley have been tucked away in famed Los Angeles studios, recording their self-titled Distant Relatives album. Flowing along with the album’s potent union of Hip Hop and Reggae music and culture, the duo has joined National Geographic for a Distant Relatives event.

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