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Wednesday, May 14, 2008

Nas Links With Stic.Man, Seeking MF DOOM Production
Nas hopes "Nigger" will feature the creator of "Black Bastards," as he reveals album lineup.
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Kelly Defense Accuses State Of Excluding Blacks From Jury
Attorneys for R. Kelly accused the prosecution from trying to exclude blacks from the jury pool.
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Soulja Slim's Murderer Remains Free
Officials say the "Stop Snitchin'" mentality allowed Garelle Smith to walk on four murder charges.
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Ne-Yo Album Pushed Back
The R&B singer's latest album will now be coming out in August.
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Ciara's Third Album Has Some Goodies
With three separately themed discs, Ciara's third effort is a coming out party for grown up sensation.
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Tuesday, May 13, 2008

Papoose Accused Of Trying To Break Remy Out Of Prison
Papoose and Remy Ma's wedding is cancelled, as he is accused of attempting to break her out of prison.
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Remy Ma Sentenced To Eight Years In Prison
Remy Ma was sentenced to eight years in prison today by a New York City judge.
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Phonte & Nicolay Discuss New Foreign Exchange Album
After dropping Connected to much critical acclaim, the duo reveal details on their next project titled Leave It All Behind.
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Jay-Z Addresses European Controversy
After receiving criticism from Oasis' Noel Gallagher, including his comment of Hip Hop as “not suitable” for the festival, Jay-Z responds.
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Spliff Star Arrested In Sweden
Busta Rhymes' hypeman was arrested under suspicion of living up to his nickname.
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Twista Releases New Speedknot Album, Rocks The Vote
The Chicago legend brings his group out through his Koch imprint, and joins the Rock The Vote stage.
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Cee-Lo Teams Up With Jack Black For A Disco Cover
Cee-Lo links with Tenacious D front-man and Hollywood star actor to redo "Kung Fu Fighting" for soundtrack.
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Ludacris Returns To School, After Ban
Luda returned to his alma mater after banishment to speak out against violence, honored with mural.
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Monday, May 12, 2008

UPDATE: Suge Knight Assaulted And Hospitalized
New details emerge as HipHopDX exclusively speaks to witness of Suge Knight assault on Saturday.
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Former MTV Executive Profiles Homosexuality In Hip Hop
A new memoir touches on homosexuality in the entertainment industry, including a few re-named rappers.
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T.I. Vs Shawty Lo: The Battle Continues
Shawty Lo and T.I. heats up. Lo explains his position in the beef and asks T.I. to come to Bankhead.
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RZA Shoots Video For Single; GZA Talks New Album
RZA shoots video to autobiographical song, as GZA brings outs his son Justice's skills in New York.
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Bill O'Reilly Blowup Caught On Camera
As much as Bill O'Reilly disapproves of profanity in "gangster music", watch how he gets gangster on camera with a staffer.
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Saul Williams Collaborates With Nike In New Commercial
The New York poet's provocative 2004 song "List of Demands" appears in new ad campaign for Nike.
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Danja Wins Songwriter Of The Year At The SESAC Awards
Timbaland's protege steps out of his mentor's shadow with "Song of the Year" at New York's SESAC Awards.
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