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Tyler, The Creator Detained For Disturbing The Peace
UPDATE: Tyler, the Creator of OFWGKTA was detained, not arrested, by Los Angeles police for disturbing the peace.
Lupe Fiasco Clarifies His Political Views On The Colbert Report
Before performing "Words I Never Said," Lupe encouraged every taxpaying citizen to question those in power, and gave his thoughts on Osama Bin Laden's killing.
Ski Beatz Talks Doubting Himself After Producing For Jay-Z
After early success with Jay-Z and Camp Lo, Ski Beatz tells SoulCulture why he had to fall off in order to reclaim his spot as one of Hip Hop's elite producers.
Big Sean To Share Industry Tips With SAE Institute Students
Following the lead of artists like Swizz Beatz and The Legendary Traxter, Big Sean will hit the studio for a Q&A session with teen students from LA's SAE Institute.
Lil Wayne Adds Second Leg To "I Am Music II" Tour
UPDATE: Weezy extends his successful tour with openers Rick Ross, Keri Hilson, Lloyd and Far*East Movement.
LL Cool J Performs Shane Mosley's Pre-Fight Walk
"Sugar" Shane Mosley got some iconic theme music courtesy of LL Cool J before losing to Manny Pacquiao in a 12-round decision Saturday night.
HipHopDX And Nocando Premiere Open Mike Eagle's "Nightmares" Video
In a shift away from the typical premiere, we let Nocando explain why you should check out the latest visual from Hellfyre Club's Open Mike Eagle.
Dino Delvaille Recalls Inking Cash Money Records' $30 Million Distribution Deal
The former A&R at Universal tells Al Lindstrom about going the extra mile to meet Birdman in Louisiana and signed Cash Money's unprecedented deal.
Throwback Thursday Revisits Run-DMC's "Down With The King"
After the initial shock of their new look wore off, Run-DMC proved that they could adapt to current trends and set new ones with Pete Rock and CL Smooth on "Down With The King."
Jay-Z Talks "Watch The Throne" Delays, Illuminati Rumors
In an interview with Delta Sky magazine, Jay-Z explains the creative delays between himself and Kanye, and why people think he's in some secret society.
Waka Flocka Flame Cleared Of Drug Charges
UPDATE: Flockavelli is off the hook from his drug-related arrest in December 2010.
LL Cool J Talks Bin Laden Killing And Navy SEAL Training
In addition to commending the servicemen who killed Osama Bin Laden, LL Cool J tells the ladies of "The View" about training with and portraying special ops agents.
Pharoahe Monch Recalls Bonding With Notorious B.I.G.
As part of Fader magazine's annual "Icons" issue, Pharaohe Monch recalls meeting Biggie and how both emcees dealt with their asthma.
After some issues with director Michael Rapaport and other producers, Ali Shaheed Muhammad and Phife Dawg are now fine with the final cut of their documentary.
Throwback Thursday Revisits "Return Of The Crooklyn Dodgers."
It turns out that this 1995 classic from the movie "Clockers" was literally and figuratively the brainchild of Spike Lee.
Raekwon Recalls Wu-Tang Clan's "Can It Be All So Simple" Video
During a return to Park Hill to shoot "Butta Knives," Raekwon revisits working with Hype Williams on a Wu-Tang classic.
Cam'ron Preps "Killa Season 2" and "Cousin Bang" For Fourth Quarter
In addition to the many Diplomats and U.N. projects on deck, Cam'ron says Queen Latifah and Shakim will help him distribute two more movies this year.
Wale Talks Being More Versatile With Maybach Music Group
Citing his goal to be the "most versatile rapper to ever touch a microphone" Wale dismisses any hate from the backpacker set over his move to Maybach Music Group.
Prodigy Talks Lil Wayne And T.I.'s Sentencing Time, Hip Hop Task Force
Mobb Deep's Prodigy explains why he got more time than Lil Wayne and T.I. and how police allegedly tried to get him to plant evidence in 50 Cent's car.
Kid Cudi Announces New Album And Record Label Name
UPDATE: After parting ways with Plain Pat and Emile, Kid Cudi launches Wicked Awesome Records and preps his upcoming "Wizard" album.
Underground Spotlight: The Aztext, Riz And ArtOfficial
Three is the magic number, as Vermont-based trio Aztext highlights a trio of artists for this week's Underground Spotlight.
