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DJ E-Z Rock Dead at 46, Hip-Hop Community Reacts
Sad news to report from the hip-hop community. DJ E-Z Rock has reportedly died. A rep for Rob Base has confirmed it with Rolling Stone. Details are scarce on the cause of his death. He was 46 years old.
Nicki Minaj Twerks While Debuting New Song on Instagram [VIDEO]
Look out Amber Rose, Nicki Minaj is trying to out twerk you. The rap queen recently caused pandemonium on Instagram again with her booty-shaking moves.
Beyonce, Pharrell and Miley Cyrus Included in TIME’s 100 Most Influential People in the World
Undoubtedly, Beyonce is one of the most influential R&B singers in the game. Now she’s among Time magazine’s 100 Most Influential People.
Pharrell Williams Brings Out Jay Z, T.I. and Usher at Coachella 2014
Pharrell Williams has a lot of friends in the music business. During last week’s Coachella performance, the veteran producer brought out Nelly, Gwen Stefani and Snoop Dogg. For his second weekend show, Skateboard P brought out hip-hop heavyweights Jay Z and T.I. to rock with him onstage.
Nas Talks ‘Illmatic,’ Gun Violence on ‘Real Time With Bill Maher’
While on his promo tour for his 20th anniversary album 'Illmatic XX,' Nas appeared on HBO’s 'Real Time with Bill Maher' to talk about his iconic album, among other things.
French Montana and Khole Kardashian Dating? [VIDEO]
The Internet is abuzz with rumors of a new power couple. Rapper French Montana is reportedly now linked to paparazzi magnate Khloe Kardashian.
Eminem Films ‘Headlights’ Video with Spike Lee in Detroit
Rapper Eminem is doing the right thing by hooking up with Spike Lee for his next video. Slim Shady was filming scenes for his next single, 'Headlights,' from his latest album, 'Marshall Mathers LP 2,' in Detroit.
Pharrell Williams Hosts SpongeBob-Themed 41st Birthday Party
Pharrell Williams is certainly in a 'Happy’ mood today (April 5). Why? Today is 41st birthday! The veteran producer celebrated his born day with his celebrity friends and SpongeBob SquarePants in New York on Friday (April 4).
Eminem Reveals Past Plans to Diss Kanye West, Lil Wayne
When it comes to lyrical diss-a-thons Eminem is not the one to play with. Throughout his career, the Detroit spitfire has taken unapologetic shots at every celebrity in pop culture. During his chat with Power 106’s Big Boy, Em reveals that he wanted to throw lyrical darts at Kanye West and Lil Wayne.
Beyonce Sued by Fans After Being Trampled at Chicago Concert
Beyonce’s Mrs. Carter World Tour came to a tearful close last week, but it looks like a couple of fans had a sad outcome at one of her shows. The R&B diva is being sued by two women who claim they were trampled by a stampede before her Chicago concert last December.