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50 Cent to Collaborate With Wiz Khalifa
While 50 Cent was recuperating in the hospital from a stomach virus, he received an interesting offer from one of today’s hottest rappers. Wiz Khalifa sent out a tweet requesting the New York rapper’s assistance on a new track. “I Gotta Song I Wanna Put @50Cent On,” he wrote.
50 Cent on Same-Sex Marriage: ‘I’m for It’
During his interview on Funkmaster Flex’s Hot 97 radio show, 50 Cent threw his support behind President Obama’s stance of same-sex couples having the right to get legally married. The New York rapper felt that Obama took a long time to address the issue, but agreed with his position.
New Whitney Houston Song ‘Celebrate’ Feat. Jordin Sparks Hits the Internet
After Whitney Houston was honored at the 2012 Billboard Music Awards on Sunday (May 20), Ryan Seacrest premiered on his radio show Monday (May 21) the pop icon’s last song she recorded before her untimely death. The song is titled ‘Celebrate’ and it features Jordin Sparks.
Lil Wayne Accused of Beating Up a Fan
Lil Wayne might be facing a major lawsuit as he and his entourage are under investigation by police for allegedly beating up a bystander. Alfredo Marino told TMZ that on May 3 he spotted Weezy and his crew skateboarding and asked him if he could get a picture. Wayne told him “No.”
Lil’ Kim Calls Nicki Minaj ‘Obnoxious’ in Radio Interview
The Lil Kim and Nicki Minaj feud rages on as the rap vixen spoke candidly about how the beef started between. During her interview with New York Power 105′s Breakfast Club, the Queen Bee insists that it was Minaj who started the beef first by bringing animosity towards her.
J. Cole + 2 Chainz + Waka Flocka Flame Hoop It Up on Club Paradise Tour
The steady tour grind is grueling for artists who are hitting 30 or more cities in a month. So what do artists do to unwind in between shows? Play sports, of course. In the case of J. Cole, 2 Chainz, Waka Flocka Flame and French Montana, they pull out the portable rim and play a round of basketball.
Kanye West Unveils ‘Cruel Summer’ Film + Album
Kanye West revealed on Friday (May 18) the title of his highly-anticipated G.O.O.D. Music compilation album. The collection is titled ‘Cruel Summer’ and it boasts contributions from labelmates Big Sean, Pusha T, Q-Tip, Kid Cudi and newly-signed member Teyana Taylor.
Justin Bieber Battles Against Usher on the Dance Floor at Listening Party
Not only are Justin Bieber and Usher good friends, they are also competitive as well. When the R&B crooner held his one-day run in the off-Broadway production of ‘Fuerza Bruta’ to preview his new album ‘Looking 4 Myself,’ Biebs came through to support his boss.
Chris Brown Gives Girlfriend Karrueche Tran a Diamond Ring
Are wedding bells in the future for Chris Brown and girlfriend Karrueche Tran? Well, maybe. But for right now, their relationship seems to be blossoming lovely right before our eyes. It also appears that Breezy has bought his boo a sparkling two-band diamond ring.
Jay-Z + Kanye West to Host $600,000 Lavish Party in London
When Jay-Z and Kanye West do it big, they do it really big. According to the Evening Standard, the ‘Watch the Throne’ duo will host a posh shindig in London on Friday to celebrate their joint five-night concert residency at the O2 Arena.
Jordin Sparks + John Legend to Perform Tribute to Whitney Houston at 2012 Billboard Music Awards
Whitney Houston will be saluted posthumously with the Billboard Millennium Award at the 2012 Billboard Music Awards. Along with the honor, chart-topping artists Jordin Sparks and John Legend will perform songs in memory the late pop icon who passed away in February.
Houston’s daughter Bobbi Kristina and sister-in-law and former manager Pat Houston will be on hand to accept the award for Nippy.
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Amy Winehouse Blood-Stained Painting Sells for $56,000
A painting dripping in Amy Winehouse‘s human blood was sold for $56,000 at an auction on May 11. The event was held at Sotheby’s auction house and organized by rocker Pete Doherty, who is trying to reinvent himself as a bohemian artist.