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Archive for July, 2008
Rihanna Catches Private Screening
Posted in Chris Brown, R&B, Rihanna on the July 30, 2008
Rihanna caught a private screening of Paramount Pictures’ ‘Tropic Thunder’ at the Regal Cinemas theatre in New York City’s Times Square on Tuesday night. The 20-year old Barbadian singer was accompanied by a couple of her girlfriends and her bodyguard. She arrived just before the movie started and left before the ending credits finished. That’s some shady behavior. She wasn’t with Chris Brown anyway. She could have at least showed her face to some fans. Or maybe she was rushing home to Chris because she went out to watch a movie without him. It was probably supposed to be their date night.
Nelly is a Model
Posted in Nelly, Photography, Rapper on the July 29, 2008
Rapper Nelly has turned into a model as he is the new spokesperson for Sean John underwear. Sean ‘Diddy’ combs said in the press release “I have known Nelly for many years and I really admire his work. To me, Nelly is the quintessential definition of the Sean John man. He has the attitude, the swagger, and most of all the physique that our customers can both aspire and relate to. And let’s be honest, all of the ladies out there are going to be thanking us for this campaign. The images are so strong; they speak for themselves. We are truly excited to welcome Nelly into the Sean John family.” Nelly then adds “I have been a big fan of Diddy and the Sean John clothing line for years. So, when they asked me to work with them, it was a real honor. I hope my fans will enjoy this campaign as much as I did shooting it.”
Female Ex-Con Rappers Get Sued
Posted in Book, Foxy Brown, Life Style, Lil Kim, Rapper on the July 27, 2008
Foxy Brown and Lil Kim are back in trouble – for the same thing. New York publishers Simon & Schuster are suing both rappers saying that they were paid advances for books that they never delivered on. According to the company, Foxy was paid $75,000 back in 2005 to deliver her autobiography ‘Broken Silence’ by February 2006. Lil Kim was paid $40,000 back in 2003 for a novel which was to be turned in by June 2004. After a good amount of time, the company wants their money back. In the girls’ defense, they were imprisoned for some time. But then again, the dates of their imprisonment was still after the dates for their book releases.
50 Cent VS Taco Bell
Posted in 50 Cent, Rapper on the July 24, 2008
50 Cent wants money and he wants lots of it from Taco Bell for jacking his so-called good name for a low-budget promo. The rapper claims in a Federal lawsuit that the Mexican fast food chain stole his identity by encouraging him to change his name to 79 Cent, 89 Cent or 99 Cent as part of a less-than-a-dollar menu promo. He doesn’t address the complete stupidity of the campaign in the suit but 50 does claim that he wasn’t told about the ad until he heard about it in the news. Of course, once he did see the ad, he totally disavowed it.
DMC in the Hospital
Posted in DMC, News, Rapper on the July 24, 2008
DMX has gotten his name out so many times because of his numerous arrests that even he doesn’t want to be himself anymore. Earl ‘DMX’ Simmons was busted last week for allegedly giving a false name and Social Security number to Scottsdale’s Mayo Clinic back in April. The rapper supposedly used the name ‘Troy Jones’ to weasel out of paying for $7,500 in medical expenses. He was arrested just outside of a Phoenix, Arizona mall on a felony charge of taking the identity of another and booked in the Maricopa County Jail. DMX has already been arrested 6 times in the span of 3 months.
Pete Doherty plays at fans wake
Posted in Pete Doherty, Rocker on the July 20, 2008
Babyshambles frontman Pete Doherty was so upset at the news of the death of a fan recently that he came to the wake and played for his fan`s friends.
16-year old Daniel Squires from South Tyneside died from bone cancer on July 4. Doherty had met him backstage at one of his concerts.
Pete went to the funeral and then later to the pub where the wake took place. He joined Daniel`s pals on stage and gave a musical tribute to his fan.
Pete`s dad Mark reported that after they first met, Pete gave Daniel his mobile number and said he could call him whenever he wanted.
Eminem Back from the Dead
Posted in Album Release, Eminem, Rapper on the July 20, 2008
Don’t call it a comeback just yet. Reports are saying that Eminem is about to begin working on his first new album since 2004. A protégé of Slim Shady’s, Bishop Lamont, says that Em is working on the project and that he’s apparently “got a lot to get off his chest”. He says that Em was “emotionally devastated” after his rapper friend Proof was killed in 2006. Lamont says “He went through what he had to go through, and now he’s been able to take all the pain and stress and put it out in his music.” There’s no news yet on when the album will be released. After all this time that he’s been gone, I can definitely wait a couple more decades.
Kanye’s Ghost
Posted in Blog, Kanye West, Rapper on the July 20, 2008
Kanye West was recently accused of hiring a ghost writer to post blog entries for him on his official blog. The accuser claims “I know you don’t really believe Kanye West updates his blog several times a day while chasing skirts and displaying his astounding ignorance all over the world? Hopefully you’re not that naive. Sure Kanye wrote that one outburst on his blog, but no, he doesn’t find all those neat gadgets or post those videos and photos from the road. Someone else does all that for him.” The rapper retaliated with a blog of his own and cheekily posted pictures of himself looking at the very blog entry he posted.
Alicia Keys says music saved her
Posted in Alicia Keys, Music, Music People, News on the July 17, 2008
Alicia Keys says music saved her from a troubled youth. The ‘No One’ singer grew up in the tough Hell’s Kitchen district of New York and revealed her single mother Terri Augello sent her to dance and music lessons to keep her off the streets.
She said: “It was the best thing she ever did for me. I’d go and hang out with my friends, but would only do it for 45 minutes as I had to get to my next class. My extracurricular lessons gave me a real sense of focus and drive and they helped to keep me out of trouble.”
The 27-year-old singer has also spoken openly again about carrying a knife for protection when she was a teenager.
She added: “Gang culture was everywhere and there were altercations all the time. You’d often find yourself in situations where you wished you had something more than just your hands. So I would carry around a little shank, a home made knife. When my mother found it she was so upset and couldn’t understand why I had it. I needed a knife, just in case. I definitely understand that feeling of wanting to protect yourself.”
Madonna to reunite Justin Timberlake and Britney Spears
Posted in Britney Spears, Concert, Justin Timberlake, Madonna on the July 17, 2008
Madonna wants to reunite Britney Spears and Justin Timberlake. The 49-year-old singer is reportedly trying to get the former lovers to join her on stage for her ‘Sticky and Sweet’ world tour.
A source said: “Madonna is always trying to raise the bar and Britney and Justin on the same stage would be perfect.”
Madonna is said to be hoping to convince Britney and Justin - who split in 2002 after four years together - to appear with her on the final US date of the tour in Miami, in November.
The source added: “They have both been asked but I think they are both a bit reluctant. Britney would find it all a bit emotional and Justin might not be interested. More likely is that they will both appear at different dates. But if anyone can make it happen it’s Madonna.”
Britney, 26, has already recorded a video segment to be screened on the tour. Filmed in a lift, it shows her in a white vest getting hot and sweaty as she kicks and punches the walls. Madonna has also asked Britney to appear live with her as a surprise guest at some dates on the tour.
Justin, 27, was heavily involved with the making of Madonna’s latest album ‘Hard Candy’, and Madonna has also asked him to duet with her during the tour.
Justin appears on her worldwide hit single ‘4 Minutes’ from the new album and has writing credits on five of its tracks.
Madonna’s ‘Sticky and Sweet’ world tour kicks off in Cardiff, Wales, on August 23, and takes in Europe, North America and Mexico.
Burning Up Verizon - The Jonas Brothers
Posted in Jonas Brothers, Music Bands, Ringtones, Video on the July 15, 2008
The Jonas Brothers are burning up with Verizon Wireless as customers who download the band of brothers’ songs, purchase ringtones or ring back tones from their V Cast-capable phones will be entered to win a pair of mobile tickets to see them in concert. Kevin said “We are totally excited to kick off our ’Burning Up’ tour with Verizon Wireless. We look forward to connecting with our fans in cool, new ways through their mobile phones and, of course, in person at our shows very soon.” Verizon Wireless customers can also use V Cast Video to view 10 exclusive episodes of ‘Band in a Bus’ which follow the band at work and play.
Justin Timberlake Writes
Posted in Justin Timberlake, Singers, Song on the July 14, 2008
Justin Timberlake took some time to write. But instead of writing songs, he wrote an article for The Chicago Tribune entitled ‘Out Loud with Justin Timberlake’. In the article, he talks about knowing Ray Allen and how he wants to meet race car driver Danica Patrick. He also talked about how his hero growing up was Michael Jordan and not the likes of Stevie Wonder or Michael Jackson. He says he was pretty convinced that he was going to be a basketball player except he never grew tall enough to be one. He also mentioned how his favorite athlete is Tiger Woods. You can read the full article on the paper’s website.
Nate Dogg Charged with Felony Counts
Posted in Nate Dogg, Rapper on the July 11, 2008
I guess it’s too late for Nate Dogg to have learned that deciding to chase your lady down the 405 while telling her you’re going to kill her isn’t a good idea and that it could get you charged with a big time crime. The LA County District Attorney has just smacked the rapper, whose real name is Nathaniel Hale, with 3 felony county of making criminal threats, stalking and 1 misdemeanor count of driving on a suspended license. As once reported, the rapper was arrested in LA on June 23 after his estranged wife made a frantic call to 911 claiming that Nate was making death threats against her and dangerously following her as she drove down the road. What a douche!
Britney Spears set for MTV comeback
Posted in Britney Spears, MTV, MTV VMA, Music, Music Award on the July 2, 2008
Britney Spears is looking back to her old self and it seems the people who matter are taking notice.
Bosses at MTV could be set to ask her to return to September’s Video Music Awards (VMAs) despite her disastrous performance just 12 months ago.
She gave a dreadful and out of time rendition of single Gimme More at the bash in Las Vegas. She was later spotted crying backstage.
So could Brit be set for her second “comeback” in as many years?
MTV president Van Toffler revealed: “Everyone deserves a second or third chance, right?”
Let’s hope Britney gets it right this time. Otherwise she might not get that third and final strike before she’s down and out.