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Elzhi Speaks On Rumored Slum Village Separation, "Villa Manifesto"

The Detroit emcee says the turmoil began with the groups label, which he believes resulted in fewer contributed verses to Villa Manifesto.

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DX News Bits: Devin The Dude, Common, Big Boi

Devin gets high in his debut acting role, Common is cast in a new TV series, and Big Boi collaborates with Converse to release his own signature shoe.

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Lupe Fiasco Responds To Prolyfic's Claims

Lupe Fiasco says the Chicago producer has no right or knowledge to question his status in Hip Hop.

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Young Buck Speaks On 50 Cent, Musical Expansion

The Nashville, Tennessee emcee says Fifty is still ducking his calls while his country roots may find its way on wax.

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Gucci Mane Talks New Album, 1017 Brick Squad

The Atlanta rapper says his new album is nearly done and his 1017 Brick Squad group will be the next crew to make a major impact in Rap.

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Zion I Embark On 40-Date Tour

The three and a half month tour will gave fans an opportunity to hear new music from the Oakland duo as they are finishing up their latest album.

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Snoop Dogg To Perform at "Fantasy Football Superdraft"

Snoop will take part in this year's "Superdraft" alongside other celebrities such as Stacy Keibler and Ashton Kutcher.

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Rick Ross - Teflon Don

Despite three albums and a handful of notable hits, Ross has yet to put forth a project that truly defines his Rap legacy. Will Teflon Don, solidifying his status?

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John Legend Talks Politics, "Wake Up!"

The R&B singer says his new album with The Roots will inspire frustrated Americans at a time when the future may look bleak.

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DX News Bits: Kam Moye, Honey Jam, Illmind

Kam Moye will no longer make music for profit, Toronto's Honey Jam showcase will take place next month, and Illmind introduces a new side-group that blends Hip Hop, Electro and Funk.

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DX News Bits: Big Boi Music Videos, Hip Hop Weekly Swimsuit Edition

Big Boi looks to make 15 music videos for his new album while urban magazine Hip Hop Weekly plans their first ever "swimsuit" edition.

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Jazze Pha Updates On His Weight Loss Status

The veteran producer began his goal to lose 100 pounds in April and plans to turn his eventual success story into a reality show soon.

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araabMuzik Speaks On The Diplomats' Reunion Song "Salute"

The producer behind The Diplomats new single says he was surprised it was chosen and is hopeful that it makes Dipset's latest album.

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DJ Scratch Changes Name To DJ Jam Master Scratch

The veteran deejay/producer will now be known as DJ Jam Master Scratch with the blessing of Darryl "DMC" McDaniels.

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DX News Bits: Rick Ross, The Grammy Awards

The Boss chooses his next music video director, and the organization behind the Grammys make a change to the Best New Artist category that may benefit two of Hip Hop's biggest names.

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DX News Bits: Andre Harrell, Underground Music Awards

Andre Harrell is offering a singer $10,000 and a recording contract, and voting for the Underground Music Awards begins at 8:00 p.m. tonight.

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DX News Bits: DMX, 9th Wonder

DMX is released from jail, and 9th Wonder contemplates never releasing "The Wonder Years."

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Marco Polo - The Stupendous Adventures Of Marco Polo!

With plans to release his second studio album Port Authority 2 later this year, Marco Polo has once again reinforced the notion that quality will always outweigh quantity. Though in his case, the two seemed to be perfectly intertwined.

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Ma Dukes Remembers J Dilla, Gives Fans Thanks

In an extensive interview with BrooklynBodega.com, Maureen Yancey recounts the life and times of her son and his impact within the Hip Hop culture.

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Kanye West Adds Nicki Minaj To "Good Ass Job"

Nicki Minaj joins a very short list of confirmed guest features for Ye's fifth studio album, due out this fall.

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DX News Bits: Russell Simmons, Cimer Amor, Nico The Beast

Russell Simmons is set to begin a new stand-up comedy series while underground artists Cimer Amor and Nico The Beast put forth their own respective albums.

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