Auralize this...

PREVIEW: Nas' album that wasn't titled this...

2008-07-05T15:33:35-07:00

The label calls it self-titled, the artist calls it untitled, the fans call it the album that wasn't titled N.I.G.G.E.R.

iTunes - On his ninth studio album, the follow-up to Hip-Hop Is Dead, Nas turns his mission from saving hip-hop to saving humanity. Politics, national affairs, race and economics serve as incendiary talking points, with help from the Last Poets, Chris Brown, Mykel, The game, Busta Rhymes and Keri Hilson. On the lead-off single,"Hero," Nas straps the rap game to his back and carries it to safety. His parting words: "No matter what the CD called; I'm unbeatable y'all."

Artist: Nas
Album: Nas
Label: Def Jam / Universal Music Group
Release date: July 15, 2008
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Bookmark this page and come back on July 14 for a complete album listening party.

Michael Jackson holds hands with Akon in this...

2008-07-05T10:08:30-07:00

"Hold My Hand" featuring Michael Jackson - Expected to be included on Akon's upcoming album.

Dream a little dream of this...

2007-01-19T15:07:48-08:00

RIP Denny Doherty

Dream A Little Dream: The nearly true story of The Mamas & Papas

Busted for the machete in this...

2006-12-12T08:14:59-08:00

Additional charges have been filed against rapper Busta Rhymes for criminal possession of a weapon, which carries a one-year jail sentence. The 34-year-old, born Trevor Smith, appeared at the Manhattan Criminal Court and remained silent as both sides filed motions yesterday.

The Manhattan District Attorney's Office is already pursuing assault and harassment charges dating back to August 12 for allegedly repeatedly punching and kicking fan Roberto Lebron, who was treated for concussion, a split lip and an injured wrist. Rhymes said he flew into a rage after he saw Lebron spitting on his car.

The hip-hop star was originally accused of felony assault and harassment charges, along with weapon possession after police searched Rhymes' vehicle and found a 10-inch machete. Rhymes' lawyer Scott Leemon insisted the knife was "a prop" and did not warrant a criminal charge.

During an October hearing, Manhattan Criminal Court judge Shawndya Simpson dropped the charges of possession of a weapon, but ordered the rapper to stand trial on assault and harassment charges.

Yesterday, however, the DA's Office, filed a misdemeanour charge of criminal possession of a weapon and the charges were reinstated.

Leemon has accused authorities of targeting Rhymes because of his silence over the unsolved murder of his 29-year-old bodyguard Israel Ramirez during a video shoot in February.

Rhymes' will next appear in court on February 20.

Jackson comes back for a thrilling performance of this...

2006-11-08T13:53:53-08:00

Pop star Michael Jackson will launch his comeback with a performance of his hit single "Thriller" at the World Music Awards in London next week.

The World Music Awards will mark the 48-year-old Jackson's first live performance since he was cleared of child molestation charges in California last year, the BBC reported Wednesday.

Jackson will also be receiving the diamond award for his contribution to music at the awards ceremony on Nov. 15.

"It's his first performance in a long time," said a spokeswoman for the World Music awards. "It's something of a comeback if you like."

The World Music Awards gives out prizes based on global record sales.

Hollywood actress Lindsay Lohan will host this year's ceremony, which will feature performances from Beyonce, Katie Melua and Mary J. Blige.

Jackson reportedly plans to recreate the groundbreaking video for "Thriller" on the World Music Awards stage, the BBC said.

Comedian busted for concealing this...

2006-11-07T08:04:08-08:00

Comedian Katt Williams, who is scheduled to host BET's first ever Hip-Hop Awards later this month, was arrested Monday at LAX for allegedly carrying a stolen concealed weapon--one the cops called a "cheap, Saturday night special." Cops determined the weapon to be stolen and also found three additional weapons in luggage that Williams had already checked in. Williams, the son of an ex-Black Panther, was booked on felony charges of carrying a concealed weapon and several other offenses. Sources told TMZ that Williams is also wanted in connection with an outstanding warrant in Kalamazoo, Mich.

Cellies not allowed behind the wheel of this...

2006-11-03T15:56:12-08:00

Especially not when driving past the police station.

Busta Rhymes Busted Talking on Phone While Driving in NYC