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Flavor Flav Explains Covering His Darker Periods IN New Memoir
UPDATE #2: Now available, Flav looks at his book and explains some of the darker periods in his life and career.
will.i.am To Release Upcoming Solo Album "Black Einstein"
The Black Eyed Peas co-founder's fourth solo album takes a bold title, as will follows up 2007's "Songs About Girls."
Rap Pioneer Gil Scot Heron Dead At 62 Years Old
The genius behind "The Revolution Will Not Be Televised" died on May 27, leaving a deep impact on impact, right down to his appearance on Kanye West's "My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy."
Freddie Gibbs: School of Hard Truth
DX closes out the week with a spotlight on Gary, Indiana's O.G. who walks it like he talks it, after years of paying dues, and lyrics that stay on the block, not at the mall.
Action Bronson & Statik Selektah Plan "Well Done" Album, Lil Fame Featured
One of New York's most talked-about new emcees teams up with a veteran producer for a July 5 album.
The Roots, Dice Raw Return To Philadelphia's South Street For Pre-Picnic Jam
One of the biggest parties in Philadelphia gets a historic pre-show event as The Illadelph crew returns to the part of town where they spent years honing their skills.
Prodigy To Host "My Infamous Life" Signing At Crooks & Castles In L.A.
The Mobb Deep emcee hits West Hollywood this weekend to sign copies of his controversial autobiography.
Big K.R.I.T. To Release "R4: The Prequel" To iTunes On June 7
Meridian, Mississippi's pride releases five popular tracks from his last two albums featuring Bun B, Chamillionaire and Curren$y.
Veteran Warren G-Affiliated Female Group Da 5 Footaz Plan Mixtape, Album
A blast from the G-Funk past reappears, with plans to formally release their third album, after two shelved major label efforts in the '90s.
Label Denies Release Date For Young Jeezy's "TM 103"
UPDATE #2: Fans might have to wait a bit longer to get the latest from The Snowman.
Blu & Exile's Rare 2007 Album "Below The Heavens" Re-Released On CD
A rare underground relic comes back into print, after scoring hundreds of dollars for copies.
Bumpy Knuckles Releases "Leaks, Volume 1" Collection For Free
Freddie Foxxx gives fans 14 recent tracks for free, as he plans a year that will include collaborative projects with Statik Selektah and KRS-One.
Neek the Exotic & Large Professor - Still On The Hustle
Neek now shares the billing with one of Rap's most celebrated emcee/producers for Still On The Hustle, a second chance opportunity for a veteran vocalist.
Raekwon's "C.R.E.A.M." Lyrics Quoted By Illinois Senator Christine Radogno
"Cash rules everything around me," speaks to suits and hoodies alike.
Dashah & DJ Pause At Work On Fresh Vetz Project, De La Soul's Dave Featured
The DXnext alum emcee and DJ Pause have Trugoy on their third release.
Classified Announces US Tour Dates For "Handshakes and Middle Fingers"
The veteran emcee will be hitting Colorado, Wyoming and Montana, starting in July.
Naughty By Nature Announce 20th Anniversary Tour Dates
Treach, Vinnie and Kay Gee are hitting the road this week to kick off a global tour before releasing their seventh album as Naughty.
Tracklisting & Cover Art Revealed To Smif N' Wessun & Pete Rock's "Monumental"
Black Rob, Bun B, Memphis Bleek, Freeway and various members of the Boot Camp Clik are featured on the anticipated collaboration album.
Just Blaze & The Alchemist Bring Soundclash Tour To The UK
At the end of the month, the hit-makers for Jay-Z, Lil Wayne and Mobb Deep will battle it out on stage.
Tyga, Lil Twist, Mindless Behavior Perform On BET's No ID Tour
Young Money rappers hit the road this July for 16 cities.
Death Row Records To Release O.F.T.B.'s "Damn Near Dead" On July 12
UPDATE: Tracklisting and cover art revealed, MC Hammer, Snoop Dogg and Kurupt are featured, along with production from the late Johnny J.
