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Ne-Yo denies ditching $800 restaurant bill

Ne-Yo is laughing off any accusations that he failed to cough up the money for an $800 bill at a New York city eatery last month. The R&B star was eating with a group of friends at Negril in the West Village, when he racked up the bill. According to an “unnamed source,” Ne-Yo didn’t pay for the food, alcohol or tip his waitress.

Fat Joe surprises fans, loved oned with early jail release

Bronx-born hip-hop star Fat Joe was sentenced to four months in prison back in August for tax evasion, and the rapper surprised everyone this week when he came home a few weeks early. Joe was released from prison in Miami’s Federal Detention Center just in time to enjoy Thanksgiving with his family. DJ Nasty posted on Instagram that “Joey Crack” was home.

Russell Simmons believes Kanye is misunderstood, Kanye responds

Hip-hop mogul Russell Simmons released an op-ed piece this week, and the Def Jam Recordings founder took the time to share his thoughts on hip-hop’s most controversial superstar: Kanye West. In his piece, Simmons shares his belief that West is misunderstood and he also believes that Kanye’s recent outbursts are for the good of everyone–not just in service to West’s own narcissism.

Bun B blasts Sen. Ted Cruz for Obamacare opposition

Bun B is one of the godfathers of Houston hip-hop, and his perspective carries a lot of weight in the community. The UGK co-founder was recently asked to give his opinion on Houston senator Ted Cruz. Cruz infamously gave a controversial unofficial filibuster of Pres. Barack Obama’s healthcare program that lasted over 21 hours.

Meek Mill hosts Thanksgiving turkey giveaway

Meek Mill’s Thanksgiving turkey giveaway  Meek Mill is hosting a 2013 Thanksgiving turkey giveaway. With a goal to feed 600 needy families and to benefit

Kanye declares Kim ‘the most beautiful woman of all time’

The World’s Most Overexposed Couple gushed about each other for much of the interview, which they agreed to do since ‘Ye was in town performing his New York City shows at Brooklyn’s Barclays Center. “I loved her from the first day I saw her,” said West. He also revealed that the track “Lost In the World” from his acclaimed 2010 album My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy was about Kim.

Suge Knight opens up about his relationship with Snoop

Suge Knight is ready to talk. In an interview with Rolling Stone, the Death Row Records founder spoke about his current relationship with one of the stars that launched his former label into orbit. Snoop “Doggy” Dogg released his debut album 20 years ago, and Suge says that no one knew that they had a future superstar on their hands.

Rappers who don’t smoke or drink

Tis the season to be merry. As we enter the official “holiday season” (normally identified as Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s holidays), folks not only

Turntable Tuesdays: DJ Niena Drake

DJ Niena Drake is frequently booked to spin at various high-profile events and parties around the country, so her musical palate has to be diverse