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By Sherri L. Smith, BlackWeb20.com

We follow our favorite celebrities’ social networking streams with greedy abandon, anxiously waiting for every new bit of info we can get to validate why they’re so great. From Grammy-winner Chrisette Michele (@epiphanygirl) taking a trip down memory lane, “Remember when u dialed 911 on ur beeper If it was an emergency. And remember swooshy pants and 54 elevens?” to Roots drummer Questlove (@questlove) adamantly disagreeing with NYMag.com’s best NY fried chicken list, “that’s a lie! that’s a cotdamn lie!!!” http://nymag.com/restaurant….,” it can be a fun diversion from the doldrums of everyday life. So what happens when the your favorite celebrities aren’t behind the keyboard furiously sharing every detail of their privileged lives? Read the rest of this entry »

By Sherri L. Smith, BlackWeb20.c0m

Okay, Rock music has gotten it’s props from the video game community with runaway hits, Guitar Hero and Rock Band. Now it’s Hip-Hop’s turn. Activision is on deck to release DJ Hero, a music based game where players can live out their DJ fantasies and cold rock tha party.

DJ Hero features over 100 tracks that spans over a genre of styles including Hip-Hop, R&B, Motown, and Electronica. Aside from the different music styles, DJs in training will get to jam to the some of Hip-Hop’s biggest names including 50 Cent, N.E.R.D., and Beastie Boys. You’ll even get your hands on a Marvin Gaye track. And to keep the star-studded event official, legendary producer and turntablist, DJ Jazzy Jeff will be featured as a playable character. There are several different modes of play, so when you finish kicking the games ass, you can go head to head with friends and see who really has the juice. Read the rest of this entry »

Sha Money XL Talks 50 Cent-Rick Ross Beef
G-Unit President Sha Money XL gives his take on 50 Cent’s new music and 50’s beef with Rick Ross. Click here.

Will Rihanna Cooperate With D.A.?
New reports indicate that the “Umbrella” singer is a “cooperating victim” in the case against Chris Brown. More here.

Grammy-nominated Singer Arrested
Wayna was arrested by security at a Houston airport because she was carrying a collapsible police baton which she accidentally packed in her carry on bag rather than her luggage. More here.

50 Cent Drops Out Of New Movie
Earlier this week it was reported that 50 Cent would no longer be in The Expendables, the Sylvester Stallone movie. He will focus on his upcoming music projects. Click for more.

Pimp C To Lil Wayne: Don’t Battle 50
On “Let’s Get Money,” Lil Wayne cites a conversation with the late rapper Pimp C of UGK fame, stating that the Underground King told him to avoid a battle with 50.  More here.

 
Rick Ross Talks About BET Special
In an interview with Los Angele’s radio personality Big Boy, Rick Ross spoke on his upcoming BET special that features him coming clean about his past. Click.

Bet On Chris Brown’s Freedom
An online gambling site allows users to wager on whether or not Chris Brown will go to jail. More here.
Ne-Yo Speaks With Rihanna
Ne-Yo says he checked in with Rihanna and plans to do the same with Chris Brown in the near future, but he is still disturbed about the image of a bruised Rihanna. Read on.
There will be many albums dropping in March, but none is from 50 Cent.
50 Cent Delayed
50 Cent’s much anticipated album will not hit the shelves in the near future. Click for more. 

Meet Electrik Red
Electrik Red is definitely not your average girl group. BET.com introduces you to the four ladies who will raise eyebrows in 2009. Check this.

A History Of Violence?
Chris Brown may have committed acts of domestic abuse before Sunday night’s altercation in L.A., according to several associates close to Rihanna.
Has 50 Cent Gone Too Far?
50 Cent’s recent video clip finds him at the house and job of DJ Khaled’s mother. Read on.

 50 Cent, who raked in an astounding in $150 million between 2007 and 2008, is second only to TV maven Oprah Winfrey in the bucks harvested over the period, according to Forbes magazine, which has released its list of the top-earning African American entertainers. Winfrey earned $275 million within the period. Fiddy’s portfolio includes his G-Unit record label, clothing brand and shoe company. He also brings in income from Vitamin Water, Right Guard, General Motors, Thisis50.com and his now-defunct show on the MTV network.

Rick Ross Responds to 50 Cent
Rick Ross responds to 50 Cent’s video during an interview with Miss Info. Read what he says, here! 
 

Usher is Preparing His Return
Usher and Jermaine Dupri are preparing an incredible comeback. Find out who Usher is working with on his new album, here!

Katie Couric takes on Lil Wayne
It looks like Katie Couric and Lil Wayne are set to go head to head. Find out the details, right here! 
 

Capitol Records Presents Novel
Los Angeles native Novel is ready to take on hip hop and R&B. Read more here! 

 50 Cent Does the Unthinkable
In a surprise turn of events, 50 Cent sits down with the mother of Rick Ross’ baby and takes her shopping. Watch here!