(Video) Kid Cudi Says Kanye is OK

“All that’s definitely false. I mean … rehab for what? Being awesome?” Cudi told MTV News backstage at the Ulalume Festival in Columbia, Maryland last weekend. “We talk every once in a while. Like I said, he’s like a brother to me, I worry just as much as the next person, but when I say Kanye is cool, believe me, Kanye is OK. He’s a strong dude, I mean, we’ve seen him grow from College Dropout to now … the things he’s dealt with, the things he’s been through. He’s a strong dude.”

Keep reading to see what he had to say about touring with Gaga for the Monster Ball. (more…)

The Fame Monster Deluxe Edition Includes a Lock of Hair

It’s being promoted as “The ultimate peek into the Haus Of Gaga spanning music, fashion, art, fans and gossip!”. But out of all the bonuses in the $100 deluxe edition the real shocker is that the art table book “The definitive Book of Gaga” also includes a lock of Lady Gaga’s hair. – Yes you read that right – a lock of her hair. In the book or separate, who ever decide it was an good addition to a book should be fired.  This one earns my “WTF” stamp of approval.

Video: Paparazzi Assault Charges Against Kanye Will Be Dropped

Earlier this week an L.A. court commissioner dismissed battery, vandalism, theft and other charges against Kanye and his manager Don C. for their September 11th run-in with the paparazzi at LAX after the two agreed to complete community service and attend anger management classes.

Lil Wayne Pleads Guilty to Gun Charges

Lil Wayne went to court today and pleaded guilty to gun charges stemming from 2007. More about this after the jump.

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Lady Gaga Announces “The Monster Ball”

Just announced! Lady Gaga will be going on tour for her “The Monster Ball” tour. Joining her as the supporting/opening act at every show will be Kid Cudi.

International pop superstar Lady Gaga today announced plans for her next North American tour, entitled “The Monster Ball.” The tour will begin on November 27 in Montreal, and will wind up on January 21, 2010 in Gaga’s hometown, New York City. Kid Cudi will be the supporting act for the entire tour.

The tour kicks off Nov. 27 in Montreal and wraps up with 2 dates in New York City on January 20th and 21st. For the full details and tour dates hit the jump. (more…)

(Video) J. Cole – A Star Is Born Pt. 1

In a four-part series, Knotti chronicles the rise to stardom of a future legend, Jermaine Cole. You happen to know him as J. Cole. In Part 1, J. Cole discusses moving from North Carolina to New York a pursue a rap career, getting signed to Jay-Z’s Roc Nation & preparing a classic album.

(Audio) Drake Speaks Thank Me Later

Drake speaks about his debut album Thank Me Later. (more…)

(Video) Lupe Fiasco – Run This Town Freestyle X Go Go Gadget Flow

Lupe goes in over Jay’s “Run This Town” again for two verses this time. He then goes into “Go Go Gadget Flow” off The Cool.

Kanye & Lady Gaga “Fame Kills” Tour Cancelled

Word from LA today is that the “Fame Kills” tour has officially been cancelled presumably due to Lady Gaga withdrawing from the concert:

Los Angeles, CA (October 1, 2009) – Live Nation announced today that the Kanye West and Lady Gaga “Fame Kills” tour has been cancelled. Refunds are available at the point of purchase. Tickets purchased online and via phone will be refunded automatically.

This news is official as various news outlets have confirmed it *edit* and Live Nations twitter also just posted the news. This does suck for the many fans looking forward to seeing them live.

http://abcnews.go.com/Entertainment/wireStory?id=8727512

http://blogs.usatoday.com/entertainment/2009/10/kanyes-tour-with-lady-gaga-is-off.html?csp=34

http://twitter.com/LiveNation/status/4536833794

(Audio) Mack Maine Talks Lil Wayne Mixtape

Mack Maine talks about Lil Wayne recording tracks for the upcoming mixtape No Ceiling. It sounds like Wayne is gonna be freestyling over tracks that are out on the radio now. (more…)

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