Archive for August 27, 2009

EVENT: ‘THE PERFECT KNOT’

If your in the Toronto area on Saturday August 9th, check out my stylist and all around trend setter Sekou’s elite, fashion forward event. THIS IS NOT TO BE MISSED.

You can also check out the event’s Facebook page and his blog below:

RAEKWON CALLS OUT NAS

While on the topic of Nas, here is the legend Raekwon speaking on Nas’ (also a legend) feature on the album.

Looks like Rae isn’t happy with Nas right now.

CANADIAN INTERVIEW WITH NAS

Nas wilding in Vancouver with a comedian.  Dope little interview

FEFE DOBSON COMMENTS ON RIHANNA STEALING FROM HER

FeFe Dobson talked to Honey Magazine about Rihanna cold-jacking her style:

“I mean, for sure I question that, but who wouldn’t. She is supposedly a fan of mine. I try to take it as a compliment. It gets a little much when she starts getting the same tattoos as me but overall I just want people to separate the image and listen to the music. It’s about the music. Its like Prince and Michael Jackson, totally different artists. Or its like Kanye West and Jay-Z. So what? They are both black men, they sound different. So they both wear jeans, they are different.”

“I met her when she was the dance hall queen with the long hair.  She was a nice girl but very quiet.“

A FeFe fan did this video:

The Dream Named VP of Island Records

Singer/songwriter/producer The Dream can now add label executive to his title, as he has been named Vice President of Island Def Jam Music Group.

The Dream, born Terius Nash, made the announcement today (August 27) via his official Twitter page.

“I wanna thank everyone at Island Records/DefJam for their faith in me and making me Executive Vice President of Island Records,” The Dream said in a statement on his Twitter page. “Thank you to my team..my manager Mark Stewart & my attorney Aaron Rosenberg for getting this 1st step of a goal accomplished.”

He went on to thank a number of industry executives who have supported him, including his production partner Tricky Stewart and Island Def Jam Chairman, Antonio “L.A.” Reid and Universal Records’ Chairman Doug Morris.

“I look forward to the challenge of rebuilding music for not only Island Records But for Universal Records as a whole. Today I’m humbled and blessed,” The Dream said.

For reasons unknown, The Dream also revealed today would be the last day he posted to his Twitter page, although no reason was given.

The news comes during a high point in the 30-year-old’s career.

Last week, it was confirmed that The Dream and his girlfriend Christina Milian applied for a marriage license in Los Angeles.

The pair are expected to tie the knot within the next 90 days.

The Dream was married once before, singer/songwriter Nivea, but divorced her in 2007.

NEW MUSIC: WHITNEY HOUSTON – MILLION DOLLAR BILL!

For the record, the DIVA is back!  Below her new single can be heard.  This one is for you pops (he was a major fan).  Now if my Sade could return to me then my cougar lust will be satisfied LOL. – VERSE

P.S.

Home girl is soon to be giving an exclusive interview to Oprah.

NEW MUSIC: JAY-Z – VENUS VS. MARS (TIMABLAND)

UPDATE: I think its a wrap for the Hov leaks…But in related news, XXL has teased their upcoming Jay issue with this cover and feature excerpts…
“But when I say I’m the best, I don’t say that outta my ass. I say that with all my stats behind me. I put that against anybody. I mean anybody. I really believe that… I believe in a lot of things. 
I believe that ‘SportsCenter’ is the best thing on TV. I shouldn’t have to prove it. But I do have these stats to prove it. I’m talking about real run. I’m not talking about years off. I’m talking about straight—boom, boom, boom—back to back. We’re not talking about heritage acts either. We’re not talking about respect what I’ve done. I’m talking No. 1 [albums] 10 times. The Beatles is the only one [to have more 
No. 1 albums]. They got 19, and if I get a surge of creativity, I could make nine albums next year.”

Jadakiss Issues Statement Regarding Drug Raid

Def Jam Recording artist Jadakiss issued a statement early Wednesday evening distancing himself from a recent raid of his Yonkers, New York apartment.

The home was searched by local law enforcement following the arrest of 25-year-old Alberto Lajara and 39-year-old Gabriel R. Henriquez, who presumably reside in the Van der Donck Street apartment, leased under Jadakiss legal name, Jason Phillips.

According to published reports, Lajara and Henriquez were arrested on Friday (August 21) and charged with fifth degree criminal possession of marijuana and disorderly conduct; and felonious second-degree criminal possession of marijuana, second-degree assault, and second-degree obstructing governmental administration, respectively.

Basically he said “it wasn’t me”.

CHRIS BROWN CANNOT SEE RIHANNA FOR FIVE YEARS!

I know him and Ri Ri were rumored to be trying to work it out, but peep the terms of the agreement. This is going to be a B***H for Chris Brown!!!!!

1. Felony Probation for 60 months and must obey all laws.

2. Report to Probation within 72 hours

3. 52 Weeks of a Domestic Violence Program in Virginia.

4. Must turn in all weapons within the next 24 hours and can NOT own any weapons during that period.

5. Must Provide DNA Samples as Requested by the Authorities

6. 180 Days of Community Service (HARD) Labor… washing cars, cleaning graffiti off the walls, etc.

7. Get approval before leaving the country.

8. Report to a court room every 3 months for the next 5 years.

9. Fines and Fees: $2,500 in restitution, $2,500 in probation expenses, $30 for criminal conviction fee and $400 for the domestic violence fund.

10. The Protective Order for the next 5 years: Brown is not allowed to harass, assault, threaten, molest, etc. Rihanna. No direct contact nor 3rd party contact with her. He must stay at least 100 yards away from her unless it is an entertainment (work) related event, then he must stay 10 yards away.

NIPSEY HUSSEL SIGNED TO THE ROC?!

You know Nipsey Hussel is the hottest thing on the West and one of the newer talents coming out. Well, I am getting a mighty strong rumor that he may be going over to Jay-Z’s Roc Nation label. Now, if you don’t know what that means, stop reading now. If you do, you know that this would almost lock Jay in for dominating the next wave of Hip-Hop. He would just need a Southern rep and somebody international like Drake. Did somebody just say VERSE?!