15 Minutes With Olivia: Life After G-Unit
Olivia wants everyone to know that she's more than just a pretty girl. Signed to J Records in 2001, her self-titled debut, which birthed the hit "Bizounce", was one of the hottest records of the year. Professional differences led to her split with J Records and move to Interscope, which brought along with it a new, yet brief, chapter in her career with G-Unit. Not only was she 50's leading lady, she was also the only R&B artist in a group full ... Continue Reading
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Master P Says Saints Super Bowl Win Brings Hope For New Orleans & Haiti
As the New Orleans Saints continue their celebration of their Super Bowl XLIV win from Sunday (February 7), hometown celebrities are expressing their excitement as well.
Entrepreneur and New Orleans native, P. Miller (formerly known as Master P), says the victory goes beyond football accomplishments, explaining that it gives the people of the city hope.
"The Saints winning the Super Bowl was more than a game for the people in New Orleans; it gave ... Continue Reading
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Hieroglyphics Sign Alternative Rocker Chris Marsol To Hiero Imperium Label
Bay Area's indie powerhouse label, Heiro Imperium, has recently expanded their roster by signing a new musician by the name of Chris Marsol.
Marsol is not the typical rapper most indie hip-hop labels would sign. He fuses a mixture of musical genres, including rock, soul, pop and electro.
Via the new deal, the artist prepares his self-produced debut album, Butterflies, Lipstick and Handgrenades, where "no two tracks sound the same," according to the ... Continue Reading
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Faith Evans Working on New Studio Album, Reality Series
Singer Faith Evans has teamed up with E1 Music and E1 Television to release a new studio album and reality series.
The forthcoming reality series will be called "It's All About Faith," and will chronicle Evans' return to the music scene after a 5-year hiatus.
E1 says viewers will get a glimpse into her grind, as she juggles a lively home life and resurgent career with her husband/manager Todd Russaw and their four children.
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Shyne Denied Entry Into the UK
Rapper Shyne was denied entry in the UK last week, after he jumping on a flight from Mexico to London, due to his ineligibility to enter the U.S.
According to reports, the rapper (real name: Jamal Barrow) was denied entry into the country as he arrived at the airport, due to problems with his travel documents.
Shyne was on his way to the UK to record songs for his long awaited, next album, which he's been recording in his native country of Belize ... Continue Reading
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At The Movies: 'Avatar' Finally Dethroned by Romance Film 'Dear John'
The hugely successful "Avatar" was finally dethroned from the box office's #1 spot after seven straight weeks, thanks to a little chick flick called "Dear John."
The Lasse Hallstrom-directed romance raked in $32.4 million at theaters, a record opening for Super Bowl Weekend, says reports, topping the $31.1 million debut from previous record holder: "Hannah Montana & Miley Cyrus: Best of Both Worlds Concert".
The films, which stars Amanda Seyfried ... Continue Reading
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Our Favorite 2010 NFL Super Bowl Commercials
While Super Bowl weekend is definitely about the game, some people love tuning in just to check out some of the crazy commercials.
With ads setting companies back an estimated $3 million for a 30-second spot, you know they were going to make sure their commercials stuck in your mind to help promote their product/service, or at least, make you laugh.
This year is no different, so we compiled some of our faves below:
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Drew Brees & The Saints Bring Home The Super Bowl Crown to New Orleans
The underdogs took the "W" to become the Super Bowl Champs. Those underdogs are the New Orleans Saints, who vaulted their city to to victory in Super Bowl XLIV when they beat out the favored Indianapolis Colts with a 31-17 Sunday night (February 7).
In the past 43 years, the Saints had only won two post season games, but this year, they left South Florida as Champs for the first time in history. There's no question Bourbon Street is throwing the ... Continue Reading
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In Rotation: Fat Joe, Young Jeezy, Erykah Badu, Joell Ortiz, Novel, Ludacris & More
We're kicking off the week with new downloads to get those eardrums in shape. Both soul queen Erykah Badu and New Yorker Fat Joe release promising first singles of their highly-anticipated albums, while Joell Ortiz & Novel, CJ and Cassidy drop individual mixtapes. The list is completed with remixes, tributes and the usual stuff from Rick Ross, Birdman and Lil Wayne.
Joell Ortiz & Novel - Defying The Predictable (Mixtape) - Listen Here
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The Game Back With Dr. Dre's Aftermath Label?
The Game is back with Aftermath Entertainment. At least, it looks that way in photos he tweeted this weekend.
On Saturday (February 6), the Compton rapper posted photos of himself rocking four different colored Aftermath chains on his Twitter page (@IHateGame), adding: "It's funny how things come full circle."
However, it's unclear if it's an official reunion, meaning Game's legally signed to the label once again, or if it's just in spirit since ... Continue Reading
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