ALBUM RELEASE: Gucci Mane – Im Up [MIXTAPE]

Gucci Mane is back on his mixtape grind. Gucci released Trap Back back on Super Bowl Sunday. Mr. Zone 6 returns with another mixtape hosted by Dj Holiday, DJ J1, and Trap-A-Holics. Im Up features production from all the usual suspects: Zaytoven, Drumma Boy, Mike Will, Polow Da Don, Lex Luger, FatBoi and more. 2 Chainz, Rick Ross, Lil Wayne, Chris Brown, Jim 

Jones, Big Sean, T.I., and Fabolous make appearances.

Stream and download Gucci Mane’s Im Up mixtape below!

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LIVE PERFORMANCE: Elle Varner - 'REFILL' : BET's Music Matters

The daughter of two published songwriters, Elle Varner spent much of her childhood running around green rooms, falling asleep on studio couches, and soaking in the world of music. Following in her parents footsteps, she's now a singer/songwriter herself, and plays the piano, flute, and guitar. 

A graduate of top-notch music programs like L.A.’s Amazing Grace Conservatory, The Grammy in the Schools, and NYU’s Clive Davis Department of Recorded Music, Varner is now signed to J. Records. Her strong, bluesy remix of the J. Cole/Miguel song, “All I Want is Him,” as well as the clever, body-conscious single, “So Fly,” are both winners, and she's just getting started.

 Check out a live performance & exclusive interview as the songstress speaks about prom night, Music Matters and more !!

Elle Varner Refill Live at BET Music Matter

106 & Park: Elle Varner Backstage

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HOT SHOTS: 'X-Factor' Judges Arriving For Auditions In Austin

'X-Factor' judges, Britney Spears, Demi Lovato, LA Reid and Simon Cowell arriving for the first day of auditions at the Erwin Center in Austin, Texas on May 24, 2012.

Britney Spears showed up for the second day of filming wearing Brian Lichtenberg. Some sources say Britney was upset over a contestant's rendition of her song "Hold It Against Me" and ended up walking off set for a few minute.

The singer took a break mid-taping but vehemently denied having stormed off set, tweeting, 

 Check out more arrival photos from the judges below.  

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GOSSIP: Terrance J leaves BET for E! News???

It looks like Terrence J has already found a new home in E! just days after it was announced that's he and his costar, Rocsi Diaz would not be returning to 106 and Park after their 7 year long contract was over. 

Last night Terrence J appeared on E! News to introduce the next segment before handing it over to his correspondent Alicia Quarles who sat down with the cast of Single Ladies to discuss Stacey Dash's decision to leave the show and their chemistry with the new girl. 

Check out a video clip from the interview with cast mates from 'Single Ladies'

 

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MAG SCANS: Dawn Richard for PYNK Magazine

The lovely Dawn Richard graces the pages of Pynk magazine. Perfect for Summer! The songtress who received a BET Awards 2012 Nomination alongside her former group Diddy-Dirty Money for best group of 2012, discusses her career, personal style and industry crushes,and various other topics. Excerpts and more photos below. 

• Where do you see your music career going in the next 5 years?

Dawn: “I would hope that my music reaches the masses without losing anyone in the process. I think musically when people listen to this RnB and watch the dance that goes along with it the movements are a little bit more moving, than when people simply listen to other RnB.  I hope that the word innovative would be used a lot. I hope that after people have seen the same thing over and over again,  their eyes will be open to something different. I am a storyteller, and I would love to be telling who I am while continuing to push the envelope through my music.”

 

• What has been one of the most memorial moments in the your music career? 

Dawn:“There are so many moments, I have had an amazing timeline of events. I think the time when I made the group Dainty Kane, as well as the time I got to work with Legend Grace Jones.”

• On personal style

“I am a huge fan of pushing the envelope, I am a hippy at heart. I enjoy mixing different prints and patterns together.”

• On her crushes?

“Zoe Kravitz,  I love her acting, style, and modeling career. Zoe Saldana is another one of my crushes.”

• On man crush

“James Dean  if he were still existent he would be my man crush. He provided a sense of inspiration in fashion, and really defined the ultimate cool, to be the choices I make in my old world.”
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BTS: Beyonce at Revel In Atlantic City [VIDEO]

Beyonce is about to make her big time ‘return to the stage’ tonight as part of four shows that will take place this weekend at The Revel in Atlantic City. This will be her first time performing since her 4 Intimate Nights with Beyonce concert series that took place back in September of last year.

To get her fans hyped about the performance, she released a behind-the-scenes look into her rehearsal process which includes long hours in the office and editing room, her work out regimen and business meetings with her team.

via NecoleBitchie

Check out Bey in action below!!

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HOT SHOTS: Kanye West "Cruel Summer" After Party: G.O.O.D. MUSIC

Hip Hop has definitely invaded Cannes this week. Attendees“experienced” Kanye West’s new film foray last night. The rapper debuted his movie “Cruel Summer” at Le Palm Beach Casino and hosted an after-party at the Provocateur pop-up club in Palm Beach, which will included a performance by Kid Cudi, Big Sean, Pusha T & Teyana Taylor.

 The movie is described as an “immersive ‘Seven Screen Experience’ for the eyes and ears unlike anything West has attempted before.” The flick was filmed in Qatar and stars comedian Aziz Ansari and Lebanese actress Razane Jammal, while West is listed as a writer, producer and director.

Check out more hot shots from the event below and a clip of Teyana performing new material off of her recent mixtape release.

Good Music Invasion Live In Cannes by BlakMusicFirst

 

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GOSSIP: Eddie Murphy & Rocsi Diaz a new COUPLE???

I hate to gossip, but this looks pretty self-explanatory to me. Apparently BET's "106 & Park" host Rocsi Diaz was spotted holding hands with Eddie Murphy during a Coffee shop run in Cali. Seems like Rocsi has a thing for older men.

Rocsi was previously linked to Raphael Saadiq. 

According to rumors, Rocsi has caught the acting bug and is writing a few screenplays on top of that. Maybe Eddie can help with her new career aspirations? 

spotted @GlobalGrind

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2012 amfAR's Cinema Against AIDS - Arrivals: Janet Jackson, Chris Tucker & MORE

Singer Janet Jackson arrives at the 2012 amfAR's Cinema Against AIDS during the 65th Annual Cannes Film Festival at Hotel Du Cap on May 24, 2012 in Cap D'Antibes, France.The icon was wearing a lovely white design by Emilio Pucci.

Chris Tucker

Kim Kardashian

Rose McGowan in Atelier Versace

Nicole Murphy

Marchesa's Georgina Chapman arrives at the 2012 amfAR's Cinema Against AIDS

Singer Jessie J arrives at the 2012 amfAR's Cinema Against AIDS during the 65th Annual Cannes Film Festival at Hotel Du Cap on May 24, 2012 in Cap D'Antibes, France. She was wearing a lovely red number by Louis Heal.

Milla Jovovich

Actress Kirsten Dunst in Louis Vuitton

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VIDEO PREMIERE: Wiz Khalifa - Work Hard Play Hard

Wiz Khalifa’s new video for his O.N.I.F.C. single “Work Hard Play Hard,” which the proud Pittsburgher set in his hometown. The video plays off of Steel City’s working-class reputation, splicing clips of citizens — construction workers, ballerinas, athletes – clocking in for the day. It rings true to the song’s inspirational-poster lyrics: “Go hard/Make sure you do whatever it is that you gotta do/That’s your job.”

Take a look at the recent BillBoard Award winner below!!!

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CANDIDS: Kelly Rowland, Fantasia, Chaka Khan, Cuba Gooding Jr. & MORE

Kelly Rowland and model Jessica White attend "Hotel Noir" an exclusive launch event for GREY GOOSE Cherry Noir hosted by Kelly Rowland at Gansevoort Park Avenue on May 23, 2012 in New York City.

Singer Fantasia Barrino 7 daughter, Zion arrive at Fox's "American Idol 2012" Finale Results Show at Nokia Theatre L.A. Live on May 23, 2012 in Los Angeles, California.

Singer Chaka Khan performs onstage during Fox's "American Idol 2012" results show at Nokia Theatre L.A. Live on May 23, 2012 in Los Angeles, California.

Cuba Gooding Jr seen in high spirits while enjoying a boys night out at some popular hotspots in London. After enjoying a meal together the pair went on to the Cirque Du Soir Nightclub in Soho and continued the party till the early hours of the morning.

Singer Jordin Sparks performs onstage during Fox's "American Idol 2012" results show at Nokia Theatre L.A. Live on May 23, 2012 in Los Angeles, California.

Rihanna on Idol Finale

Lil' Mama at the premiere of 'Men in Black 3' at the Ziegfeld Theater in New York.

Kim Kardashian seen wearing a low cut gold dress, while leaving with Kanye West from a private boat party aboard the 'Lady Joy' at Cannes harbour in France.

Will Smith, Jada Pinkett Smith, Jayden Smith, and Willow Smith attend the premiere of 'Men in Black 3' at the Ziegfeld Theater in New York. In the film, Agent J travels in time to MIB's early years in the 1960s, to stop an alien from assassinating his friend Agent K and changing history.

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LIVE PERFORMANCE: Rihanna - Where Have You Been (American Idol Live)

American Idol” viewers cast a record 132 million votes in the showdown between bluesy guitar man Phillip Phillips and teenage songbird Jessica Sanchez, host Ryan Seacrest said during Wednesday’s finale.

The pair had to wait for the two-hour finale to unfold before finding out the winner. Fox filled the time with performances by the top 12 finalists and guest stars including Neil Diamond, Rihanna, Reba McEntire, Chaka Khan and John Fogarty.

Check out Rhi Rhi in action below!!

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NEW MUSIC: Tamia -'Beautiful Surprise'

Tamia is ready to kick off the promotional campaign for her highly anticipated forthcoming album 'Beautiful Surprise.' Leading the way is the behind the scenes video for the lead single and album's title track. In the footage, directed by Ryan Pallotta, the R&B songstress gets sexy and beautiful for her real life husband.

"After 15 years I get to work with my husband, so ahh...not a lot of acting there," Tamia says in the clip about her love interest and husband Grant Hill.

'Beautiful Surprise' is the fifth album from the Canadian songstress, and serve as a follow-up to her 2006 album 'Between Friends.'
Confirmed list of producers and writers for the project include Rodney "Darkchild" Jerkins, The Runners, Chuck Harmony, Claude Kelly, and Carvin Haggins & Ivan Barias.

Check out the new single below!!

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VIDEO PREMIERE: Omarion “Let’s Talk” Ft. Rick Ross

Watch Omarion’s “Let’s Talk” video featuring Rick Ross which samples the late Notorious B.I.G. The “Body” singer and Maybach Music Group signee has premiered the official visual for the cut from the upcoming MMG ‘Self Made, Vol. 2′ compilation album, which is slated to drop on June 26.

Check it out below

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Rick Ross Parties with Diddy & Cassie in Cannes/Undergoes Lap Band Surgery?

Naturally, Ross is kicking it with all the other A-listers on the French Riviera this week for the 65th Annual Cannes Film Festival. And last night, the Maybach Music boss performed some of his hits for the crowd at Gotha Club where Diddy & Cassie joined in on all the fun. 

 

 Check out more candids from their luxurious getaway below!

In recent news a rock solid insider over at MediaTakeout claims that Ross underwent gastric bypass surgery a little more than a month ago, in an attempt to lose a ton of weight.

If you were not aware the BAWSE suffered from seizures/stroke a few months ago, so it is only right that he put his health first and do what's best for him.

The insider says that last fall, Ross got “LAP BAND” surgery, which reduces the amount of food he can eat and that he’s got a new diet and an exercise regiment, meant to get him into TIP TOP SHAPE. They say he’s already lost 20 pounds.

We hope he continue's down the healthy road. But what do you think, do you think the Bawse will look right slimmed down??

Check out the YouTube video of the Bawse performing "Stay Schemin'" on stage while Sean "P. Diddy" Combs provided backup from the VIP section. 

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