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A multimillion-dollar Long Island home owned by 50 Cent was destroyed in a suspicious blaze early Friday.

The home was occupied by 50′s ex-girlfriend, Shaniqua Tompkins, the mother of the rapper’s 10 year-old son, who also lived in the home. 50 Cent was not a resident and apparently wasn’t there at the time.

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Ray J Busted With Drugs – Brandy’s little brother is certainly getting grown. The R&B singer was busted with drugs at a local Washington D.C. hotel The Hyatt Regency. He was busted with marijuana, and a drug called “Boat” which is D.C. slang for PCP.

50 Cent and P. Diddy get Reality Shows – MTV has given the two of the biggest icons in Hip-Hop reality shows, slated for summer and fall releases. While 50′s show is still untitled, it will focus on business skills. Diddy, already famous on MTV for his “Making The Band’ series will be revamping it for the Rock n Roll audience. Stay tuned.

Lil Wayne Sued – Do you know that song, “I Feel Like Dying” from Lil Weezy? Well apparently, he hasn’t paid Karma Ann Swanepoel for her sample. Stolen from a song of hers called “Once,” the folk singer wants what’s due to her.

Usher at #1 on Billboards next week – With a new album called “Here I Stand,” the King of R&B is looking to stand at #1 on the Billboard charts next week. With estimated first-day sales to be around 146,000, it looks like Ush is back on the throne.

R. Kelly BACK against the Wall – It seems that the infamous mole on R. Kelly’s back that has separated him as NOT the guy on the sex tape, has been found on the same exact spot as, the guy on the sex tape. A forensics expert made the claim, while the defense claims that it’s not on the same, exact spot as the Pied Piper. We’ll see how this turns out.

Busta Rhymes Bodyguard Killed Queens – Another one of Busta Rhymes’ bodyguards has been killed in Queens, Jermaine Williams. He was found in the backseat of his SUV with several gunshot wounds. Busta is currently on tour overseas.

Four years after his highly successful as well as controversial album, Confessions, the King of R&B is back to take the throne. Promising for a more grown-up and mature feel, this latest project will feature production from Polow Da Don, Jermaine Dupri, The Dream, Dre & Vidal and a host of other all-stars. The God MC Jay-Z and wifey Beyonce make guest appearances on the album, as well as Young Jeezy on the single, “Love In This Club.”

R. Kelly’s child pornography trial was adjourned today after the singer’s lawyer revealed he received a call from a potential informant.

Judge Vincent Gaughan said attorneys needed time to depose the man, who potentially could impeach someone else’s testimony.

Kelly, 41, has pleaded not guilty to 14 counts of child pornography for allegedly videotaping himself having sex with an underage girl. He faces up to 15 years in prison if convicted.

Kelly’s current single, “Hair Braider” is from his upcoming album due in July

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After years of deportation woes, hip-hop legend Slick Rick has finally been pardoned by New York’s Governor and will be allowed to stay in the Bronx where he has been a resident since the age of 11.

“My family and I are eternally thankful to Governor Paterson, my attorneys Michael Krinsky and Craig Kaplan at Rabinowitz, Boudin, Standard, Krinsky & Lieberman and to all of the people who have supported me throughout the past seventeen years,” Slick said in a statement. “This has been a long and difficult road and I am happy for this to be settled once and for all. I look forward to enjoying this time with my family and friends and to continue leading an honest and productive life.”

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Courtesy Zomba and Hot Stylz… funny…

VIDEO: Hot Stylz – “Lookin’ Boy” Feat. Yung Joc

Nas changes title of next album – Looks like Nas and the people at Def Jam are having a change of heart, as the Queens MC has opted for the title of just Nas instead of the much more controversial title N****r for his next album. Slated for a July 1st release, this will be Nas’ ninth studio album, and probably his most anticipated since Illmatic. Too bad the name didn’t stick.

50 Cent Blasts 106 & Parks Rosci on DC Radio -A war of words has ensued between the G-Unit leader and the 106 & Park Co-Host. 50 Cent is reportedly “garbage” in Rosci’s eyes, so 50 took it upon himself to air her out on Radio, saying the outburst were because she hadn’t slept with him like she wanted. He also reportedly knows 4 people that she has slept with. Hmmm

MTV’s Top 10 Hottest MC’s In The Game List – MTV revealed their list of the Hottest MC’s this week, with the #1 going to Mr. West; Kanye wouldn’t have it any other way. 50 Cent, Jay-Z and Rick Ross and Lil Wayne also make the list, in their respective slots.

R. Kelly trial continues – The first days of R. Kelly‘s trial took place this week. With some interesting testimony’s from witnesses, including R&B singer Sparkle. The movie Little Man has been mentioned, and interesting facts about Kelly have been revealed. Wow.

Just months after the death of his long-time friend and partner Pimp C, Bun-B is back on deck to carry the torch solo with his new album II Trill. A follow-up to his debut album, Trill in 2005, this one proves to be worth the wait. With all-star guest like Lil Wayne, Lupe Fiasco, Young Buck, Rick Ross, 8 Ball and MJG, and a sleuth of others, Bun-B brings the Texas-twang Trillness that only he can. Check out the video for the new single, “That’s Gangsta” with Sean Kingston. R.I.P. Pimp C.

Here’s the official video for Anthony David’s latest track, “Words” feat. India.Arie. Anthony’s upcoming album, Acey Duecy is set to drop June 17th.

VIDEO: Anthony David – “Words” feat. India.Arie


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A day after saying she wouldn’t vote for Barack Obama if he becomes the Democratic nominee, Geraldine Ferraro (a Democrat ) criticized him for what she thought was a sexist gesture, which in actuality was a cultural reference to a Jay-Z song.

Months ago, when Hillary Clinton threw every dirty political trick at Obama, he delivered a speech where he calmly brushed “the dirt” off his shoulder as a reference to Jay-Z’s massive hit “Dirt Off Your Shoulder.”

Obama Brushes Dirt Off His Shoulder

Ferraro, seemingly out of touch with modern-day music, criticized this cultural reference as a diss to all women.

“And when something else was said about the campaign, this thing, flicking it off, diminishing her,” she complained. “Sorry. That’s not done. Women don’t like that.”