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Ryan Leslie, ‘Addiction’ Featuring Fabolous & Cassie – Forgotten Summer Songs of the 2000s
Summer 2008 saw the success of Ryan Leslie's single, 'Addiction.' Featuring his ex-girlfriend Cassie on the hook, the R.Les-produced beat was his second big hit from his self-titled debut album.
This was one of just a few successful Fabolous and Ryan Leslie collaborations to come from the two...
Ray J, ‘Wait a Minute’ Featuring Lil’ Kim – Forgotten Summer Songs of the 2000s
"Wait a minute isn't that Brandy's brother?" Long before he let it be known that he 'Hit It First,' Ray J released his 2001 summer hit 'Wait A Minute,' which featured Lil' Kim.
Peaking at No. 30 on the Billboard Hot 100, the Neptunes-produced single helped launch the singer's music career after a successful stint as Dorian Long on 'Moesha...
10 Things You Didn’t Know About Eminem
Eminem has had a career decorated with incredible music, much controversy and some very interesting moments -- remember his feuds with the likes of Mariah Carey and Christina Aguilera or killing his ex-wife Kim on songs. With over 100 million albums sold worldwide, the Detroit native will go down as one of the greatest (and complex) artists of all time.
10 Performances We Want at Hot 97’s Summer Jam 2013
Every year, Hot 97's Summer Jam concert is held to a higher expectation. With the celebration of the event's 20th year, June 2 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J., is sure to be one of the most memorable in hip-hop history. After all, Summer Jam performers have a track record for doing the unexpected -- no one can forget Jay-Z bringing out Michael Jackson in 2001...
Travi$ Scott, ‘Owl Pharaoh’ – EP Review
Travi$ Scott gives us a taste of what he is able to do with his debut EP, 'Owl Pharoaoh.' As one of XXL’s 2013 Freshman, the Grand Hustle signee has no shortage of big names on the project as he works with some of the biggest artists in hip-hop.
Black Hippy Celebrate New Tour With ‘U.O.E.N.O.’ Remix
Rocko's 'U.O.E.N.O.,' one of the hottest records this year, has had some of hip-hop's biggest acts touch the beat as he promotes the single. Now the Black Hippy crew join in on the fun.
Rihanna Wishes Chris Brown Well on Relationship With Karrueche Tran
The storied love triangle between Rihanna, Chris Brown and Karrueche Tran is onto yet another chapter.
T.I. and Lil Wayne Race Through Miami for ‘Wit Me’ Video
After releasing the single yesterday, T.I. and Lil Wayne have dropped the video for 'Wit Me.'
Ol’ Dirty Bastard Estate Sends Cease & Desist Letter to Rock the Bells Organizers
The spirit of Ol' Dirty Bastard will not hit that Rock the Bells stage this year without a fight.
Melanie Fiona Pens Touching Letter to Lauryn Hill
Ever since the news came out that Lauryn Hill was being sentenced to jail for three months for evading tax payments between 2005 and 2009, the music community has come to her side.