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Jay-Z talks about performing at Game 1 of the World Series and his involvement in the new ‘DJ Hero’ video game and the Broadway muscial, ‘Fela.’

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Rapper Jim Jones (real name Joseph Jones) pleaded guilty to a minor assault charge Monday and was sentenced to time served.

Harlem rapper Jim Jones pleaded guilty to a minor assault charge Monday for beating up a pal of R&B star Ne-Yo in a luxury Louis Vuitton store on Fifth Ave.
The “Pop Champagne” [...]

In an upcoming interview that will air on Trevor Nelson’s BBC radio show next week, Jay-Z once again addressed Kanye West’s antics during the 2009 VMA’s but also spoke on rapper 50 Cent.
During the interview, Jay-Z stated that he believed was rude for snatching the microphone from country singer Taylor Swift during her acceptance speech [...]

6 years ago Jay-Z had a line in “La, La, La” in which he said “don’t confuse me with Marbury out this bitch, run up on me at the light you might lose you life.” Now Marbury is finally responding. Here’s what he had to say
“You ain’t gonna kill nobody. You was not doing no [...]

Jay-Z On Oprah Pt. 1

Lil Mama responds to Jay-Z

Rapper also announces release date for his 10th album
Snoop Dogg has been appointed Creative Chairman of Priority Records by the imprint’s owner EMI.
In a statement about the appointment posted on Priorityrecords.com, Snoop Dogg hailed himself the “Boss Dogg” of the label.
Priority Records’ catalog has included the likes of NWA, Dr. Dre, Ice Cube and Jay-Z, [...]

Jay-Z & Alicia Keys

‘Enjoy it’ rapper tells fans
Jay-Z has reacted nonchalantly to the news that his forthcoming new album, “The Blueprint 3″, has leaked online.
The album is not set for official release until September 11, but it has leaked, with fans sharing the tracks from the Kanye West-produced album early.
“I may be the most bootlegged artist in history,” [...]

Eminem was never a part of Def Jam Records, but the rapper is going to be part of the celebration when the legendary label is honored by VH1.
Eminem will join Mary J. Blige, DMX, Public Enemy, Kid Rock, the Roots and more when the label is feted at the network’s sixth annual Hip Hop Honors.
Def [...]

“This Oakland Native is a walking contradiction. She’s sophisticated yet around-the-way; Tough but vulnerable. She’s serious minded but always joking and laughing. On blogs she’s ripped apart for unflattering pictures; in person she’s attractive and chic.”
“As a world renowned celebrity stylist she’s created memorable looks for Lauryn Hill (bangles, boots, Balenciaga), Jay-Z (the button-downs), Toni [...]

The official music video for Fabolous’ “Money Goes, Honey Stay (When The Money Goes Remix)” featuring Jay-Z, from the album “Loso’s Way” in stores and online now!
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Some of the most highly anticipated albums of the summer have been delayed, including Mariah Carey’s “Memoirs of an Imperfect Angel,” Sean “Diddy” Combs’ “Last Train to Paris” and Lil Wayne’s rock and roll album “Rebirth.”
Carey’s “Memoirs,” first slated for an August 25 release via Island Def Jam, will instead be available September 15, according [...]

Instead of scrambling to dismiss Jay-Z’s claims on “Death of AutoTune,” the technology’s creator Antares Audio is using the superstar’s stance for product advertisement. Dubbed the “next generation” of professional pitch correction, Antares Audio has created Auto-Tune Evo.
The new technology immediately deciphers the pitch of any inputted information, and finds the closest match in the [...]

Just a few performances I was able to find from the awards show. These videos all pay homage to Michael Jackson in some way. All live performances can be found here.

Ne-Yo “Lady In My Life” (Michael Jackson Tribute)

Keri Hilson - “Turnin’ Me On, Knock You Down” (Michael Jackson Tribute)

Jay Z - “D.O.A. (Death Of Autotune) [...]