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Lupe Fiasco Remembers Frustration With Atlantic, Discusses Apathy Towards 'Lasers'
Lupe says his battle with Atlantic Records made him apathetic about releasing the album, even now.
New Zealand Rapper David Dallas Partners With Duck Down Music
Duck Down teams up with international talent David Dallas in a marketing, distributing, and publishing deal.
Redman Says Def Jam Has Lost Its Edge, Calls The Label 'Followers'
One of Def Jam's own artists says the pioneering label has lost its leadership, and is struggling, along with other labels, to keep up in the digital era.
Travis Porter Signs to Jive Records
The Atlanta-based trio abandons their independent status and joins a major record label.
Kanye West Goes Off About Taylor Swift, George Bush, The Media
The outspoken rapper hints at how he really feels about Taylor Swift, and chastises the media for how they handled the George Bush situation.
T.I. Explains Drug Addiction, Says He's Been Treated Unfairly
Tip sits down with Vibe to explain how prescription drugs pushed him to addiction, and says a troubled past also influenced him.
Eminem Relates To Michael Jackson Over Prescription Drug Problem
Em says he understands what the King of Pop may have been going through with drug dependency.
Bruno Mars Cocaine Possession Trial Pushes Back To December
UPDATE: The trial for the Atlantic Records sensation pushes back to next month.
Pete Rock Says Kanye West/Jay-Z Collabo 'The Joy' Was Made In '97
The legendary emcee and beatmaker says he's been waiting fourteen years for someone to jump on the Curtis Mayfield sample.
Dr. Dre, Diddy Among Hottest American Brand Makers
Advertising Age places "Beats by Dr. Dre" and "Ciroc" in its top list of brands.
Joe Budden Talks Unity Among East Coast Emcees, Shares His Top 6 Rappers
Budden says beef isn't the only thing that's led to the demise of East Coast Hip Hop, and names three Young Money rappers in his current top 6.
Cee-Lo Green Performs On Colbert Report, Changes Lyrics "Fuck You" To "Fox News"
Cee-Lo helps Stephen Colbert poke fun at the conservative news channel with a parody of his 'The Lady Killer' single, "Fuck You."
DX News Bits: Nicki Minaj, Berner, The Vocoder Machine
Nicki Minaj films a documentary for MTV, Berner gears up to release "The White Album," and one author takes a look at how the Vocoder has evolved into music.
Drake Addresses Speculation Of J. Cole Rivalry, Joins Jay-Z And Others For FUSE Show
Drake touches on what it will be like going on tour with J. Cole, who he says he's never really gotten acquainted with.
Jay-Z Speaks His Piece On Illuminati Rumors, Talks Potential Addition To Roc Nation
Hov explains why he thinks people have tried to link him to the Illuminati, and hints at a possible draft pick to the Roc Nation team.
DX News Bits: Cee-Lo, Snoop Dogg, Justin Bieber
Cee-Lo gives inspiration to an Earth, Wind & Fire vet, Snoop Dogg lands a Pepsi ad, and Justin Bieber says "Shawty Mane" may make a return.
Lil Wayne Keeps Journal In Jail, May Publish As Book
Weezy's journal may be published as a book, giving insight to the rapper's thoughts and experiences during his time in jail.
Ill Bill Explains Origin Of Upcoming Album "Heavy Metal Kings"
The New York emcee says 'Heavy Metal Kings' will not contain the music that fans might expect.
Tracklisting Revealed To Nicki Minaj's "Pink Friday"
UPDATE #2: Like Nelly with "5.0", Nicki Minaj's album keeps getting different tracklisting info.
DX News Bits: Akon, David Banner, Jam Master Jay
Akon signs the "male Lady Gaga," David Banner explains why Rap can't make money anymore, and Jam Master Jay's son talks hardships of being without a father.
Common Backs President Obama, Democrats With Rally Performance
Common joins the list of artists who have given support to President Obama, and those vying for Democrat midterm bids.
