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Kanye West on rejecting SNL skits: 'This is my godd*mn life'
Kanye West may be a serious rapper who doesn't share much of his personal life with the world.
Review: Sparks fly when Baz Luhrmann meets Jay-Z on 'Great Gatsby' CD?
'The exhilarating ripple of her voice was a wild tonic in the rain.' Daisy Buchanan from 'The Great Gatsby' gets to be reincarnated on the film's soundtrack under the guise of artists such as Beyonce, Lana Del Ray, Sia and Florence Welch.
Sources confirm Beyonce is pregnant with her second child
Singer Beyonce Knowles is pregnant again, multiple sources confirmed to E! May 17.
the Great Gatsby Soundtrack Released; Film Opens in PH Today
Manila, Philippines, May 10, 2013--MCA Music Inc./ Universal Music Group has just released the movie soundtrack of Tony nominee and acclaimed filmmaker Baz Luhrmann 's book-to-screen adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald 's great American novel "The Great Gatsby." The movie soundtrack features mostly rap and hip-hop songs performed by Jay-Z, the ... (more)
In an era saturated with upstart MCs all vying for the coveted status of "next big thing", the story of 24-year old North Carolina native J. Cole is a refreshing exception to the quick route for fame and success.The first artist signed to Jay-Z's new Roc Nation label, J. Cole's lyrics touch on everything from his upbringing in North Carolina to the ... (more)
1939 Jay-Z look-alike: Illuminati conspiracy theories appear with old photo
The 1939 Jay-Z look-alike Illuminati theories have started up, thanks to a 1930's photograph that has recently surfaced online.
Jay-Z, a master of many arts, may have just added another to his bow... time travel.
Single takes: New and notable music
The North Carolina rapper whets appetites for his second album with this breezy summer single, where he talks up his vulnerability and paints himself as anything but immortal.
Drake, Kendrick Lamar, 2 Chainz lead BET Award nominations
The Young Money rapper-singer scored a leading 12 nominations, including an impressive five in the video of the year category.
[News] The-Dream "IV Play" Release Date, Cover Art & Tracklist
It appears that singer/producer The-Dream's upcoming album now boasts a new title.
[News] Mike WiLL Made It To Release Instrumental EP, "#FuckVerses"
Atlanta, Georgia-based producer Mike WiLL Made It has worked with the likes of Jay-Z & Kanye West, 2 Chainz, Future and Rihanna throughout the last several years.
'SNL' cast member Bill Hader leaving; Katy Perry does a duet with Mick Jagger; Angie Everheart is diagnosed with thyroid cancer; Christina Aguilera will return to 'The Voice' next season; and more.
Beyonce, Blue Ivy Carter and Jay-Z are Flying in Style
When Beyonc takes daughter Blue Ivy Carter and husband Jay-Z on her tour, the family will be riding in style as she travels between the United States and Europe.
1939 Jay-Z Lookalike: Old Photo Is Eerie
An old photograph from 1930's Harlem has popped up on the web and is making the viral rounds due to its subject: a man who looks eerily similar to rapper Jay-Z. Employees at the Schomburg Center are hoping someone can come forward with knowledge of who the man is.
Americans Hate Justin Bieber, Love Adele: Poll
Justin Bieber's constant presence in headlines hasn't done him any favors: a new music-centered survey by Public Policy Polling shows the 19-year-old singer is widely disliked by Americans.
Jay-Z's doppelganger appears in 1939 photo
A vintage photo has many wondering if Jay-Z was living the "hard knock life" during the Great Depression.
[Interviews] Loaded Lux Draws Parallels Between Battle Rap, Fatherhood & Cinema
Exclusive: Loaded Lux explains how his father's work ethic inspired "You Gon' Get This Work" and how his hopes to elevate the art form fit in with his role as a father and an emcee.
J. Cole Moves Album Release Date Up
Jay-Z 's protg J. Cole has bumped up the release of his sophomore album, Born Sinner , to June 18 -- one week earlier than previously announced, a source close to the rapper tells The Hollywood Reporter .
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"Basquiat," Kasseem Jr. called out, before growing silent. His father cajoled with a clue: "You see it every day when you walk out of your room." Recently ranked No.
Damon Dash: 'I'm Working Every Day To Pay Bills'
Rap mogul Damon Dash is refusing to let his money woes affect his professional life and is "working every day" in an effort to overcome his financial issues.