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Rapper Mike Beck Killed In New York
Posted October 31, 2009 |
Mike Beck, a member of Fat Joe's K.A.R. collective, has reportedly passed. While details are still sketchy, word is, the New York rapper was gunned down in Brooklyn late Friday (October 30). But, the death was confirmed by fellow rapper, N.O.R.E., who posted a message on his Twitter page (@Noreaga). |
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L.A. Lakers’ Andrew Bynum Cops $50,000 Whip For His B-Day
Posted October 30, 2009 |
Los Angeles Lakers center, Andrew Bynum, turned 22 this week, and to celebrate his born day, he bought himself a new car -- a $50,000 car that is. The NBA baller bought a tricked out Chevy Camaro, modeled after the "Transformers" movie character, Bumblebee. |
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Fashion Mogul Marc Ecko Sells Off 51% Stake in his Name
Posted October 30, 2009 |
After years of supporting a lavish lifestyle, Marc Ecko has been forced to sell off his brand. Some speculate whether it was out of desperation, since he had to layoff employees earlier this year, sell some his trademark brands, and pay off numerous creditors. This week, the fashion mogul inked a deal with Iconix, giving up a 51 percent share in the Mark Ecko brand. |
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Orlando Magic’s J.J. Redick Forms Rap Group, and Is Working On Album
Posted October 30, 2009 |
Sometimes rappers wanna be athletes, like Master P once attempted, but more often, it's athletes trying to be rappers. Kobe Bryant once tried it, Allen Iverson did too, but Shaq was the only one to really make any head way in that area. However, Orlando Magic's shooting guard, J.J. Redick, wants a chance to prove his skills on the mic... |
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In Rotation: Mike Posner, DJ Khaled, Idle Warship, G. Malone, Bekay & More
Posted October 30, 2009 |
Lots of new mixtapes this week! Enjoy new music from Talib Kweli's group Idle Warship, who teamed up with mixtape master Mick Boogie, while G. Malone, Belly, Dre Biggity and Jihad a.k.a. Deen each released a mixtape. Mike Posner, with his own creative sound, has a dope tape out too. Have a good one. |
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‘Paranormal Activity’ Has Become The Most Profitable Film of All Time
Posted October 29, 2009 |
The buzz surround the Paramount horror flick, "Paranormal Activity," has helped the film earn $61.5 million since it was released in limited theaters over a month ago. While it isn't the biggest film of the year, it has gone on to become the most profitable film in history, according to TheWrap.com. |
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Birdman and Rick Ross’ Collabo Album Finished … Coming Next Summer
Posted October 29, 2009 |
Cash Money Records CEO Birdman and Rick Ross revealed some time ago plans for a collaborative album, but to date, details about the album have not been announced. The album is still going down, according to Birdman, who revealed the project's title and estimated release date... |
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Man Pleads Guilty In 2006 Shooting Involving T.I.’s Entourage
Posted October 29, 2009 |
When T.I. was in Cincinnati, Ohio two years ago for a concert, he never thought he'd leave with one of his people shot, but that's what happened. The driver of a vehicle involved in an Ohio gun battle that resulted in the death T.I.'s friend and assistant pleaded guilty to manslaughter, among other charges recently. |
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50 Cent’s Forthcoming Before I Self Destruct Album Leaks
Posted October 29, 2009 |
Album leaks have been a problem that has plagued the music industry since the internet became popular in the early 2000s. Before it was just tracks that leaked, these days, full albums make their way to the net before their release dates. 50 Cent became the latest victim. This week Before I Self Destruct hit the net. |
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NBA Great, Charles Barkley, Wants To Join NBA Team
Posted October 29, 2009 |
Retired NBA great, Charles Barkley, has been a popular NBA analyst for TNT's "Inside The NBA" for the past eight years, but he wants a change. In a recent interview with the Boston Globe, the 46-year-old revealed that he wants to join an NBA team. Not as a player, but rather in the front office... |
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Shyne Officially Deported — He’s Already Touched Down In Belize
Posted October 29, 2009 |
Shyne was officially deported to Belize on Wednesday (October 28), taken directly from holding to the airport in New York, where he flew to his home country. According to local outlets, he arrived in Belize around 2:40 p.m. local time on Thursday (October 28), escorted by a U.S. Marshall following his deportation. |
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Plies Paid Young Fan $1,000 To Leave His Show In Florida
Posted October 28, 2009 |
Florida rapper Plies may be a goon, but that doesn't mean his heart is black. At a recent concert, he showed what kind of morals he has. During a show at Florida State University, he reportedly paid a young fan in the crowd $1,000 to leave because he felt his music was inappropriate... |
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