Documentary Chronicling Big L's Life Coming To Stores

The life of Harlem rapper Lamont “Big L” Terry will be told via a new documentary titled Street Struck: The Big L Story.

Produced by Dangerzone Films, Street Struck takes a look at Big L’s rise, from his early involvement with groups like Children of Da Corn (featuring Mase, McGruff, Bloodshed and Cam’ron) to his role as a member of the legendary Diggin In The Crates collective of rappers and producers.

Street Struck also chronicles Big L’s ascent as one of the most gifted, technical rappers in the genre.

The documentary, which was produced by Dangerzone Films, features rare stories and photographs about Big L, as told by various family members, friends and other rappers who worked with him.

The final version of the documentary will also feature extremely rare footage of Big L and the late Big Pun performing together on stage and conducting an interview from the set of Fat Joe’s “John Blaze” video shoot.

Artists like Mysonne, DJ Premier, Showbiz, McGruff, Cipha Sounds, Stan Spit and others give an insiders view of Big L, who was tragically killed in a barrage of bullets in February of 1999 in Harlem.

Big L’s murder remains unsolved by New York police.

In related news, a mural of Big L on 140th Street in Harlem was slated to be re-done to withstand the elements and to touch up the painting.

Although there is no release date for Street Struck: The Big L Story, sources told AllHipHop.com that the documentary will be released in February, to mark the 11th year of Big L’s death.

NYPD Doesn't Let 50 Cent In The Hood, Show Must Go On

Queens bred rapper 50 Cent didn't let the cancellation of his hometown concert deter him from showing love to his old neighborhood.

The South Jamaica, Queens rapper bussed a number of families to New Jersey's Great Adventures and put on an hour plus set for them.

Fif's original plans of performing in Queens were shot down after failing to obtain a permit reportedly due to fear of gang violence taking place.

The "shot to morale" as Q-tip put it, wasn't enough to keep Fif from performing as he took the stage the following day in front of numerous families from the neighborhood
.

"I wanna thank y'all for getting on the bus," 50 said between songs.

"When I tried to do it in the 'hood ... they tell me I don't come through the 'hood. I come through. But you don't see me 'cause I'm usually in something where I can't be seen.

You see them over there, though, that's the motherfucking police
. They the ones that say I can't do it. I'm from the Southside!"

You can check out video of the performance below:

23 Arrested At Lil Wayne NY Concert

It looks like the negative stigma surrounding Lil Wayne's live performances is building up. After reportedly being shot at during a post-concert pit stop earlier this month, Weezy's concert stop in New York ended with a whopping 23 people arrest count.

According to reports, Twenty-three people were arrested at the Lil' Wayne concert last Thursday including a 16-year-old charged with trespassing for allegedly jumping a fence to get into the concert venue.

Nine people were busted on marijuana charges, a ten year-old was busted on possession of alcohol, a 23 year-old was charged with hitting a female fan and injuring a security guard, and 26 year-old was arrested for disorderly conduct and swearing in public.

Other arrests included criminal mischief and destruction of property. You can check out the full list of arrests below.

A 16-year-old from Cheektowaga, charged with trespassing for allegedly jumping a fence to get into the concert venue.

Jonathan R. Bonner, 26, of 187 Jewett Ave. Upper, Buffalo, charged with trespassing after allegedly refusing to leave the concert venue.

Matthew A. Cary, 20, of 19 Cassandra Circle, Churchville, charged with unlawful possession of marijuana and possession of alcohol under age 21.

Sergio Cruz Vazquez, 22, of 7 Cheswick Drive, Churchville, charged with unlawful possession of marijuana.

Cameron D. Martin, 23, of 201 Privet Way, Rochester, charged with unlawful possession of marijuana.

Richard B. Wylie, 20, of 9717 South Protection Road, Holland, is charged with trespassing for allegedly jumping the fence to enter the concert venue.

Brian M. Johnson, 22, of 82 River St., Salamanca, is charged with disorderly conduct and unlawful possession of marijuana. Johnson allegedly tried to force his way into the concert venue. He was jailed on $250 bail.

Rose M. Wright, 26, of 17 Springfield Drive, Apt. D, Cheektowaga, is charged with is charged with disorderly conduct and unlawful possession of marijuana. Wright allegedly refused a request to stop swearing in public. She was jailed on $250 bail.

David J. Chauncey, 20, of 5931 Ellicott St., Pavilion, is charged with unlawful possession of marijuana.

Steven M. Chauncey, 18, of 5931 Ellicott St., Pavilion, is charged with unlawful possession of marijuana.

Timothy J. Penders, 18, of 146 Main St., Wyoming, is charged with unlawful possession of marijuana.

Mark P. Ricci, 18, of 281 Ridgeview Drive, East Rochester, is charged with criminal possession of marijuana after allegedly smoking marijuana in public view.

Bryon M .Wiese, 18, of 906 E. Main St., East Rochester, is charged with unlawful possession of marijuana.

David F. John, Jr., 23, of 12456 Longhorse Road, Lowtown, is charged with harassment and assault after allegedly hitting a woman and injuring a security guard who attempted to break up the incident. John was jailed on $1,000 bail.

Nicolo A. Chirico, 18, of 1820 Hudson Ave. Apt. 11, Rochester, was charged with criminal mischief. Chirico allegedly smashed a car window and was found sleeping in the vehicle.

Daniel J. Metz, 20, of 180 E. Abbott Grove, Orchard Park, is charged with possessing alcohol under age 21.

Kristen L. Fedick, 19, of 62 Southpoint Drive, Lancaster, is charged with possessing alcohol under age 21.

Alicia D. Dinardo, 19, of 29 Southwind Way, Rochester, is charged with possessing alcohol under age 21.

Michael R. Ritts, 19, of 8 Peppermill Lane, Orchard Park, is charged with possessing alcohol under age 21.

A 10-year-old from Alexander J. Costello, IV, 19, of Hamburg was charged with possessing alcohol under age 21.

A 17-year-old from Kenmore was charged with possessing alcohol under age 21.

Breaking News: DJ AM Found Dead In New York

DJ Am, real name Adam Goldstein, was found dead in his New York City apartment today.

The popular disc jockey was discovered about 5:20 PM, according to TMZ.com

Goldstein's friends reportedly became concerned when none of them had heard from him in several days. One went to check on him, but didn't get him after going straight to the apartment room. The police broke into the apartment after the unnamed friend called them.

They found him unresponsive and determined that he was dead.

Almost a year ago in September 2008, DJ AM and Travis Barker survived a plane crash in South Carolina. Both men were badly burned.

Reports say that there were drug materials in the home and that it may have played a factor in his death. He was 36 years old.


More details will be released as they develop.

Flavor Flav Gets a New Television Show

Former Public Enemy hype-man Flavor Flav and filmmaker Deon Taylor have a new series called Nite Tales coming to television.

The show is executive produced by former NBA players Mitch Richmond and Bobby Jackson of the Sacramento Kings.

The show is said to be similar to The Twilight Zone and Tales From The Crypt combined.

While Flav will serve as the “Crypt Keeper” of the series.

“I'm the new Rod Serling of the two thousands (The creator of the Twilight Zone). Nite Tales is an updated horror film version of the Twilight Zone but a more updated version of Tales of the Crypt. I am the new Crypt Keeper,” Flav told Brian Webber of Fox Sports in a recent interview.

The show will have lots of athletes in the show based on the executive producers as well as a few NFLers like Ephraim Salaam of the Detroit Lions.

It will also feature celebrities such as Pink, Ray-J, Charley Murphy, and Flav's former love interest Brigette Nielsen.

“We are excited about it, it's a good mixture of everybody,” exclaimed Deon Taylor. Nite Tales started airing on August 14th.

Check your local listings for times/networks.

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Jadakiss Issues Statement Regarding Drug Raid

Def Jam Recording artist Jadakiss issued a statement early Wednesday evening distancing himself from a recent raid of his Yonkers, New York apartment.

The home was searched by local law enforcement following the arrest of 25-year-old Alberto Lajara and 39-year-old Gabriel R. Henriquez, who presumably reside in the Van der Donck Street apartment, leased under Jadakiss’ legal name, Jason Phillips.

According to published reports, Lajara and Henriquez were arrested on Friday (August 21) and charged with fifth degree criminal possession of marijuana and disorderly conduct; and felonious second-degree criminal possession of marijuana, second-degree assault, and second-degree obstructing governmental administration, respectively.

On Saturday (August 22), police executed a search warrant for the apartment in question, recovering five grams of heroin, six and a half pounds of marijuana and $40,000 in cash.

"What happened on Saturday was an unfortunate situation but one in which I have no involvement in,” Jadakiss told AllHipHop.com in a statement. “Since the release of my recent album The Last Kiss, I have been on the road touring and promoting my project. I am focused on my performance schedule and career."

The statement is consistent with sources who, following the raid, reported that the police were not looking for the popular Ruff Ryders rapper.

With a beavy of A-List appearances by the likes of Swizz Beatz, Mary J. Blige, OJ da Juiceman, Young Jeezy, Ghostface Killa, Raekwon, and fellow D-Block/LOX members Styles P and Sheek Louch, The Last Kiss marked Jada’s highest first week chart position as a solo artist.

The album, his third solo offering and the first on Def Jam Records, debuted at the #3 position on the Billboard Hot 200.

The Last Kiss remained on the chart for 19 weeks following its April 25 release.

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Woman Beat At 50's Mansion For Refusing Oral Sex

A man employed by 50 Cent’s G-Unit Records is accused of attacking a woman last Sunday (August 16), after she refused his requests for oral sex.

News broke last week that Dwayne McKenzie, 28, and Michelle Krzykowski, 21, were accused of assaulting a woman on 50 Cent’s sprawling mansion in Farmington, Connecticut.

The incident began after McKenzie made the request, which resulted in an argument between McKenzie and one of the woman’s friends.

When the two women and their friends attempted to leave, Krzykowski attacked one of the women, striking her in the head with a hard object, as McKenzie held the woman down.

The unknown woman, who had danced in music videos in the past, managed to pepper spray McKenzie, Krzykowski, flee the scene and call 911.

According to the Hartford Courtant, the woman’s head wound was serious, requiring a total of 9 staples to close the gash.

Krzykowski has told police that she was intoxicated during the assault and only remembers that the women had called her a “cracker.”

Juelz Arrested For Threatening Wife

Harlem rapper Juelz Santana was arrested this morning (August 25) after allegedly threatening to kill her.

According to reports, Santana’s wife called 911 this morning during a domestic dispute at their Teaneck, New Jersey home this morning.

Although the wife did not need medical attention, Juelz was officially arrested on domestic battery charges.

At press time, representatives for Juelz Santana were not available to comment on the rapper’s arrest.

50 Cent Employee Arrested A Third Time After Once Again Assaulting A Woman

An employee for New York rapper 50 Cent has been arrested for a third time after once again being accused of assaulting a woman at the rappper's Connecticut mansion.

According to reports, Dwayne Mckenzie, who works for Fif's G-Unit company and resides on the property, allegedly requested oral sex from a woman during an Aug. 16 gathering at the 50,000-square-foot mansion in the Hartford metropolitan area suburb.

When a friend of the woman took offense, a brief physical altercation ensued. Things didn't stop there however, according to a warrant for McKenzie's arrest, when the woman and her friend decided to leave the mansion, witnesses said, another woman, Michelle Krzykowski, ran after them and grabbed the friend-- McKenzie told her she was attacking the wrong person but that didn't halt the attack.

Krzykowski hit the woman with a hard object, leaving a large gash in her head, police said.

Witnesses told police McKenzie pinned the woman to the ground while Krzykowski hit her.

McKenzie claims the accusation that he urged Krzykowski to attack the woman "is totally false," said his lawyer, Gerald Klein, who has represented him before.

McKenzie was arrested last year after a New Britain woman called cops to the mansion claiming the then 27-year-old choked her and struck her with a belt during an argument.

He was also arrested a year before that ('07) in Hartford after he allegedly pistol-whipped a party promoter for failing to announce his after party at the rapper's mansion.

Fabolous Concert Ends In Violence, Man & Woman Shot

A Fabolous promo concert for his latest release, Loso's Way, ended in violence after a man and a woman were shot outside of an Allentown, Pennsylvania night club.

According to Allentown's Morning Call newspaper, the shooting occurred in the Crocodile Rock Cafe parking lot off S. Sixth Street around 2:30 a.m on Sunday morning.

The two victims were taken to Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest by ambulance, Allentown Capt. Dean Schwartz said.

Schwartz said there's no indication the victims shot each other, but did not release any other details about how it occurred or the victims simply stating ''It's under investigation, that's all I can say."

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Cam'rom Talks Squashing Beef With 50 Cent

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"Nah, I'm not going to no show in Queens," Cam said. "I don't know how true it is ... a few of my people — associates — said [some of 50's associates] was trying to reach out. But I ain't going to no concert in Queens. Come up to Harlem Week. We could sit down and have the roundtable meeting if you really wanna be serious. Or meet anywhere ... we can meet in Benihana's if you wanna be serious. It don't matter. I'm not squashing a problem we had in Queens at your event. That's the same way he got other artists to come to his shows, whether they was down with Dipset or D-Block or T.S., or whatever the case may be. It ain't no real beef, but we ain't gonna squash what we had at a Queens event. We'll meet halfway — Triborough Bridge or something. But I ain't going to no show in Queens. I'll be at Harlem Week."

via MTV

Beanie Sigel Arrested For Drug Possesion

Philadelphia rapper Benie Sigel has found himself amidst legal trouble once again after getting arrested on a marijuana possession charge early Sunday morning while on his way to a performance at a local tavern.

Sigel, real name Dwight Grant, was arrested along with two others during a 12:44 a.m. traffic stop at the intersection of Fort Dix and Main streets, in Philadelphia.

A quick search of their personnel turned up the drug. Sigel was found in possesion of just under 50 grams of weed.

The driver, Karl S. Dargan, 24, of Philadelphia, and another passenger, Justin S. Gaines, 25, of Westville, Gloucester County, also were charged with marijuana possession of under 50 grams.

Sigel was on his way to perform at a private function at Kelly’s Bar on Rexall Avenue, according to a bar employee.

The performance was canceled as a result of his arrest.

Sigel last made headlines after a celebration for his 35ht birthday ended in violence.

One person was shot after numerous fights broke out during the birthday bash which drew nearly 600 patrons to a local Philadelphia club.

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Floridia Rapper Gets Two Years In Prison For Kill-A-Cop Rap

Established and aspiring rappers alike may want to take heed the next time they pen an angry tune.

A Florida based rapper has been sentenced to two years in prison after producing a track as a teenager entitled, "Kill Me A Cop."

Authorities say 20-year-old Antavio Johnson raps about killing two Lakeland, Fla., police officers in the tune, which cops found on MySpace while surfing for gang-related activity.

According to the lyrics, the song--who called out two local cops by name, threatened bodily harm to the officers after Johnson claims they harassed him.


You can listen to the track below:



Johnson, who is a self proclaimed "Christian" rapper, pleaded no contest to two counts of corruption by threat of a public servant and was sentenced to two years in prison last month. He was already in jail on a cocaine charge at the time.

C-Murder Found Guilty Of Murder

A New Orleans jury has found rapper Corey "C-Murder" Miller guilty of second-degree murder.

In 2003, Miller was convicted of fatally beating and killing a fan at a Louisiana nightclub.

The jury came across the verdict earlier this morning, though the judge has issued more time to spend on the matter, as one of the jurors seemed "in a rush to end the trial".

The jury told Judge Hans Liljeberg that they were 'deadlocked' over Miller's alleged 2002-murder of Steve Thomas.

Prosecutors concluded their arguments with the jury at 10:00, while Miller's attorney finished his around 10:40 AM. The verdict comes seven years after the passing of sixteen year-old Thomas, who would have been twenty-three this year.

If indeed found guilty, Miller faces a lifetime prison sentence.

C-Murder found early success with first LP Life or Death, which was certified platinum by the RIAA.

Former "Making The Band" Contestant Arrested For Assault

Sara Stokes, former contestant - and winner - of Diddy's hit reality TV show Making The Band was arrested on August 2nd for allegedly stabbing her husband during an argument.

According to TMZ, as Stokes fled her Moreno Valley, California home she took a spill and banged her head.

She then allegedly acquired a knife and brutally stabbed her husband while her three children watched in horror.

Stokes' lawyer claims that the stabbing was merely an accident, saying"Sara and Tony have a very passionate and loving relationship that on August 2, while having an evening of fun, she slipped and fell, hitting her head heavily on the ground and somehow in the process of helping her Tony got injured."

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Jay-Z Brings Oprah To The Hood

Is Oprah's beef with Hip Hop over? Not likely, but it may be taking a step in the right direction.

New York rapper Jay-Z was seen walking around Marcy Projects with Oprah yesterday, hinting of the Hip Hop moguls upcoming appearance on the talk show host's couch.

Oprah has been at odd ends with many rappers in Hip Hop for some time now.

From shutting out Ludacris during an interview for Crash to not even inviting Ice Cube on stage during a cast interview for Barbershop, Oprah's dislike for the genre has been apparent.

"Maybe she's got a problem with hip-hop. She's had damn rapists, child molesters and lying authors on her show." Ice Cube is said in an interview.

"And if I'm not a rags-to-riches story for her, who is?" He continued.

Well, we now have an answer--and apparently it's Jay-Z.

According to the rumor mill Winfrey was shooting a segment for an upcoming episode of her show, which will feature Hov.

The rapper is prepping the release of his highly anticipated 'Blueprint 3' album, which hits stores September 11.

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Rapper Brisco Pistol-Whipped, Robbed In Barbershop

Miami police are seeking four men who pistol-whipped and robbed Opa-locka, Florida rapper Brisco.

According to the Miami Herald, four men - three armed with guns - entered a barbershop on Sixth Avenue last Wednesday (July 29). Brisco, who has record records with rappers like Lil Wayne, DJ Khaled, Rick Ross, arrived at the barbershop to get a hair cut around 1:00 PM.

One man entered the shop unarmed, pretending to be a customer.

He then placed a phone call and three armed men stormed the barbershop and stole over $35,000 worth of jewelry from the rapper, including a diamond-encrusted gold watch, a gold chain and gold bracelet.
"He went to the barbershop to get his haircut. They took a little bit more off the top than expected. This robbery was off the chain," a police spokeman said. "Four men entered the store guns drawn, firing shots. Luckily no one was hurt, robbing each individual that was in the barbershop. For a rapper to have his bring stolen, they might as well have stolen this man’s heart. They took his car also. He had a range rover. The vehicle was recovered in another location."

Additionally, the bandits stole a Louis Vuitton wallet and over $1,000 in cash, firing three shots as they ran off.

Police are currently seeking suspects.

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Floyd Mayweather Vs. Officer Ricky

All C.O. jokes aside, “Mafia Music” is still one of the hardest records to drop in 2009. It’s also one of the most controversial. Just when the remnants of Ricky’s dispute with 50 was beginning to become a distant memory, another famous name now has a problem with the record, Floyd Mayweather. Questioning the true amount of the boxing champion’s wealth, Ross threw out the bar, “That Mayweather money lookin’ funny in the light.” Never one to bite his tounge, Floyd recently reminded the Triple C’s front man he hasn’t forgotten about the lyrical jab.

“I don’t have to take no shots at Rick Ross. I don’t think he’s making $20-$30 million every time he goes out there to perform. I got my own name, Floyd ‘Money’ Mayweather. That’s original. With his rap career, I wish him nothing but the best.”

Traditionally, anyone taking shots at Ross have mentioned his law enforcement past. Add “Money” Mayweather to the list.

“[His] stats and credentials don’t rhyme. One minute he said he wasn’t a CO or cop, next minute he is,” Mayweather told AllHipHop.com. “He can learn how to get money from me. If he’s a cop and rapping about selling drugs, I guess he was a dirty cop! You know me, I’m not ducking and dodging no one, it’s not hard to find me. I’m in Miami all the time, Atlanta, everywhere.”
….
“Rap has truly changed. He was at my Hatton fight, cheering me on. I guess he got upset because I’m cool with 50 Cent. But like I said, if I need someone arrested I’ll call him.”

With all the bad press the sport has been receiving lately, boxing doesn’t need arguably it’s biggest name having disagreements with an entertainer. Part of me wants to say let Floyd and Kimbo fight this thing out and both parties can call it even from there. More importantly than Mayweather taking shots at Ross, I need Mayweather to start throwing verbal punches in Manny Pacquiao’s direction.

That’s what I’ll pay to see.

Jay-Z - ‘Blueprint 3′ Artwork and Tracklist

The Blueprint 3 cover looks more like something you’d expect from Kanye. I’m not sure where Jay’s going with this but, now that he’s got my attention, he better make it good. Pop the lid for the alleged tracklist.

Jay-Z - Blueprint 3 Tracklist

1. What We Talking About (Produced by Kanye West)
2. D.O.A. (Produced by No I.D.)
3. Weigh Me Down Feat. Kid Cudi (Produced by Kanye West)
4. Unforgiven (Produced by Kanye West, Additional Production: MGMT)
5. Run This Town Feat. Rihanna & Kanye West (Produced by Kanye West)
6. Empire State Of Mind Feat. Nas (Produced by Kanye West & No I.D.)
7. When It Comes To This (Produced by Timbaland)
8. Always Feat. Drake (Produced by Kanye West)
9. Scenes From The Past (Produced by No I.D., Co-produced by Kanye West)
10. Everyday A Star Is Born Feat. Mr. Hudson (Produced by Kanye West)
11. Already Home (Produced by Kanye West)
12. Forever Young Feat. Mr. Hudson (Produced by Kanye West)
13. Thank You (Produced by No I.D.)

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Shyne To Finally Head Home In October

Former Bad Boy rapper Jamal "Shyne" Barrows, now known as Moses Levi after converting to Judaism, will finally be released from prison after serving nearly nine years in prison.

According to MTV News, On Tuesday (August 4), a Manhattan judge signed an order that will see Shyne be released on Ocotober 6th, 2009 and receive two-and-a-half years of post-release supervision stemming from his 2001 conviction and sentencing in the infamous Club New York case.

Shyne was found guilty of first degree assault after a club patron was shot in the face during a December,1999 melee between club goers and Diddy's crew.

Shyne allegedly fired a gun in the air to break up the chaos, a bullet hit Natania Reuben in the face. Reuben survived the gun shot with bullet fragments still remaining in her skull.

Due to the violent nature of the crime, Shyne's previous parole hearings were denied.

"He's about 90 percent of the way home now," attorney Oscar Michelin told MTV News following the hearing.

Shyne has a mandatory release scheduled for October 6 of this year.

The date will mark eight years and seven months served; he began his sentence in April of 2001, when he was 22 years old.

Shyne will serve the rest of his sentence at the Sullivan Correctional Facility in Fallsburg, New York.

Ja Rule Calls Eminem SuperHead In Response To Mariah Carey Diss

New York rapper and Eminem nemesis Ja Rule has decided to throw in his two cents regarding the latest attack from Slim Shady.

While fans have been very vocal about the Mariah Carey diss track, the music industry has been rather mum. Ja, who is no stranger to Eminem diss tracks however, says a beef between a female and a male shouldn't be taken to music.

"It all stemmed from an Eminem comment," Rule said in Mariah's defense.

"With him saying he peed on her or some shit like that, I don't, you know, come on. Real talk, there really shouldn't be any [diss] records being made. [laughs] It should be a lot of swinging and swinging. But hey, it is what it is...

I don't feel like -- I don't have to insult a woman.Even if he did do that, let's say he did do that, you're kissing and telling now? You a chick? You Superhead? You kissing and telling and shit? I don't know."

Fabolous Hits #1 For First Time, Headlining 'Hip-Hop Week'

Brooklyn rapper Fabolous has claimed the top position on the Billboard Top 200 album chart for the first time in his career.

Fabolous’ latest album Loso’s Way moved almost 99,000 copies in its first week in stores, giving him his first #1 pop album.

His highest charting album was From Nothin’ to Somethin’, which debuted at #2 upon its release in 2007.

On his twitter page, Fabolous addressed critics who had panned the album in reviews.

“Those who matter don’t judge, those who judge don’t matter,” Fabolous Tweeted. “I appreciate my supporters.. Thank u much! Loso's Way #1 album in the country!”

In related news, Fabolous will headline the annual Hip-Hop week at Central Michigan University.

The chart-topping rapper will perform at Rose Arena on September 19.

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Eminem, Jay-Z, Kanye Face Off At MTV Music Awards

Rappers Eminem, Jay-Z and Kanye West will do battle during the 26th Annual 2009 MTV Video Music Awards, which take place live in New York this September.

Eminem and Kanye West were each nominated in four categories for their videos “We Made You“ and “Love Lock Down,” while Jay-Z landed two nominations for his “D.O.A.” track.

The big showdown in categories this year will take place between Eminem and Kanye West, who will compete for a Moonman in multiple categories, including Video of The Year and Best Special Effects. A three- way showdown will take place when Eminem, Kanye and Jay-Z battle for Best Male Video, as well as Best Hip-Hop video, although all three also have to deal with Flo Rida’s hit single/video “Right Round.”

A crop of new acts will compete for Best New Artist, including Asher Roth, Kid Cudi and Drake, although they have stiff competition in the form of Lady Gaga, who is also in the running for the title this year.

Lady Gaga and Beyonce Knowles topped all nominees with nine this year for their tracks “Poker Face“ and “Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It),” respectively.

The 2009 MTV Music Awards air live Sunday, September 13 at 9:00PM from New York.

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Method Man Sued For Shooting Fan With Pellet Gun

A woman from Fort Bend County, Texas is suing Wu-Tang Clan member Method Man, for alleging shooting her with a pellet gun as she sought at autograph after a concert with Redman at the House of Blues in Houston.

Method Man, born Clifford Smith, is accused of shooting a pellet gun at Mary Anderson from the window of his tour bus, as she sought an autograph.

In the lawsuit which was filed on Thursday (July 30) in the District Court of Harris County, Texas, Anderson claims she was struck at least six times in the chest and torso area and required medical attention after the incident.

The rapper is also accused of infliction of bodily injury, infliction of emotional distress, as well as offensive physical contact.

“The conduct of the defendant was so extreme and outrageous in character and so extreme in degree as to go beyond all bounds of decency and should be regarded as atrocious conduct and utterly intolerable in a civilized society,” Anderson’s Daniel Horowitz III of said.

Anderson is seeking compensation for physical pain in suffering in the past and future, mental anguish, physical impairment, disfigurement and legal and medical bills incurred because of the shooting.



At press time, Method Man was not available for comment.

FORMER DRU HILL SINGER SISQO ALLEGEDLY IMPREGNATED A 14 YEAR OLD GIRL!!!

R&B singer Sisqo allegedly has A NEW baby’s mother. According to the Swizz newspaper Basler Zeitung, Sisqo was ordered to pay child support for a nine-year-old boy he is believed to have fathered in 1999.

The mother, who's black and lives in Switzerland, claims that she and her friends met Sisqo while he was performing with Dru Hill at a concert in Zurich in 1999. At the time she was only 14 years old. She claims, "After the concert Sisqo was [standing] with his band at the bar, we went over and talked to them … Then everything went very fast."

When the child was six, the woman reportedly reached out to Sisqo via his Web site and e-mailed him a photo of their son. Sisqo reportedly remembered who she was, but didn't acknowledge the child.

The woman subsequently sued Sisqo for child support in a Swiss court. The singer repeatedly REFUSED to take a paternity test and so after 6 years in court, and even though no DNA tests were performed, the court concluded that the 1990s singer is the "presumed father" of the woman’s child.

Drake Falls On Stage

Hip-Hop group Slum Village is remaining resilient despite dealing with the sudden death of 35-year-old group member Titus “Baatin” Glover.

Baatin was found dead on Saturday (August 1) on Anglin Street in Detroit.

Police confirmed today (August 2) that the rapper’s death is not being treated as a homicide and there was no trauma found on his body.

While the cause of death has not been released due to pending toxicology reports, a source close to Baatin told AllHipHop.com the rapper may have died from a crack addiction or from complications related to crack cocaine use.

While funeral arrangements have not been set as of press time, a public remembrance is set to take place tonight at 5 E Gallery.

Despite Baatin‘s death, Slum Village took to the stage yesterday during the Rock The Bells Festival at Deer Lake in Vancouver, Canada.

“It's actually quite amazing," Rock The Bells founder Change Weisberg told the Calgary Sun. "I don't know that I'd be on stage right now. I might be back home with the family, but they're committed. It's probably the best thing they could do right now to keep their minds off things."

Cypress Hill has been flown in to give the second Calgary Rock The Bells stop at Shaw Millennium Park a boost of positive energy, as rap fans across the world mourn Baatin’s untimely death.