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Fellow XXL Freshmen, Lil B and Freddie Gibbs aren't seeing eye to eye on Lil B's next artistic endeavor.

As we reported over the weekend, Lil B told the crowd at Coachella he was naming his next album 'I'm Gay.' Since then reaction from other rappers and the media has been swift and sometimes harsh.

“[The] Lil B sh*t was funny at first but now I feel like it’s just a bunch of white people laughing at a nigga, like a minstrel show. Sh*t is wack. I ain’t dissin’ gays, if you gay that’s yo biz," Freddie Gibbs told XXL.

The Gay and Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD) is monitoring the situation to make sure Lil B isn't just using the opportunity for publicity.

“As a lyricist, Lil B knows that words matter,” a spokesperson for GLAAD told XXL. “Slurs have the power to fuel intolerance. We hope that Lil B’s album title is not just a gimmick, and is really a sincere attempt to be an ally. He has the platform and the voice. We hope he uses it in a positive way."

Rapper Killer Mike can kind of see where Lil B is coming from, but only to an extent.

“He’s a happy guy, Gay means happy. It makes perfect sense to me. It’s a provocative, bold thing to me. That’s what B does," Killer said.  It’s not as shocking to me. From a social element . . . this just feels like knocking down walls and stereotypes, embracing controversy and flipping it. Bravo to him for being the next Madonna. I also don’t think Lil B could ever make some of the music that I make. If he’s rapping about (gay) lifestyle the whole album, no I probably wouldn’t want to hear it. If he’s rapping on some hip-hop shit and it’s a weird ass, weird Lil B album . . . I’d probably buy it like i I did his last (album) and have a little laugh."

Lil B "I'm A Fag I'm A Lesbian" Based Freestyle

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Peggy Scott Adams married into a family business that is quite different from most.  Her funeral home in Compton, California that gives a person's family, friends and even sometimes complete strangers a chance to view their bodies quickly, without even having to get out of their car.

The Adams Mortuary was reportedly inspired by a couple of funeral homes in the south that offer the same drive thru service.

"It's a unique feature that sets us aside from other funeral parlors," Scott Adams told the L.A. Times. "You can come by after work, you don't need to deal with parking, you can sign the book outside and the family knows that you paid your respects - It's a convenience thing."

The funeral home is popular among gang members because of it's easy accessibility and bullet proof glass casing.

"It's a ministry for me to be able to help people at one of the most traumatic times of their life," Scott Adams says.

Would you be ok with a deceased loved one being viewed in this way?

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The choice to have Kanye West close the three day Coachella Festival was not a popular one among the festivals' traditional audience. But Kanye proved any naysayers wrong by closing things out in style.

Check out the full performance below.

Kanye West Coachella Set Pt. 1 of 2

Kanye West Coachella Set Pt. 2 of 2

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Having gone through a really rough patch both on and off the field recently for dog fighting, Michael Vick has climbed back into many fans good graces. 

The Philadelphia Eagles QB talked with the Wall Street Journal about coming out of prison a better man, what choices he would change in his life, mentoring younger players and advice for Chris Brown and Charlie Sheen.

On Chris Brown : “Just put your faith in God. Don’t worry about what people say about you. Words will never hurt you. The things that people can say out of their mouth can cut you deep. And sometimes a tongue can be sharper than a knife. But at the same time, you should never allow that to push you over the edge. You should have more self-control. You control your own destiny. You’re still admired by so many people.”

On Charlie Sheen: "Charlie Sheen's going to be Charlie Sheen. He's gonna be successful whatever he do, and Chris Brown too."

50 Cent will be releasing the first single for his 5th studio album this week.

Fif made the announcement via his Twitter page.

The G-Unit boss revealed last week that he is also writing a new movie that will be packaged with the album.

It's about to be a hot summer!

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Queens legend, Cormega visited earthquake ravaged Haiti recently, and what he saw was a lot of people still in need of help. With all of the millions that have been generated through donations, Mega said the country looks as if it hasn't received a dime.

"They deserve honorable people helping them, instead of all this f*ckery that's going on." Cormega says in an interview with Mikey T The Movie Star.

Mega said that some people will be surprised at the work actor Sean Penn is putting in behind the scenes.

"I gained a lot of respect for certain people while I was out there, and I lost a lot of respect for some," Mega said. "The person that surprised me the most is Sean Penn. "Here you have an "A" list actor, he was out there while I was and he was in those tents helping those people."

Entertainers like Shakira, Wyclef Jean and George Clooney have also been huge contributors in helping Haiti get back on it's feet. While some in he media accuse certain celebrities of capitalizing on tragedies like the one in Haiti for personal gain, Cormega said Penn was he real deal.

"I've seen a story in the media where they said he was trying to do it for attention - that's a lie, he was out there when there was no media attention," Mega insists.

The biggest shock for Cormega and those who have visited the country recently is the lack of progress being made in rebuilding the country.

"I thought, and a lot of people in America thought Haiti was straight. Like all of the money that was generated. We thought 'oh they made such and such millions they're straight.' Bet when I went out there a lot of people were saying it's like the money never came ... and it shows."

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Day two of the Coachella Music Festival saw Raphael Saadiq and Erykah Badu grace the stage.

Badu performed a bit of everything during her 36 minute set. She had to wake the lazy crowd up during "On & On" asking them "damn yall don't feel that?"

Saadiq would take the stage later in the evening. with a damn good band in tow. Raphael's set was a lengthy 45 minutes, but seemed to fly by as he jammed out to hits like "Be Here" and "Staying in Love."

Raphael Saadiq - Coachella Festival

Erykah Badu - Coachella Festival

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Nothing like a little time on the beach to brighten your day.

Serena Williams, who recently recovered from surgery to have a blood clot "the size of a grapefruit" removed from her lungs two months ago, was spotted on the beach in Miami with friends recently.

The 29-year old 13-time Grand Slam tennis singles champion just returned to training last week, but looks good after having so much time off.

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Lil B has shown in the past his bizarre sense of humor when it comes to his sexuality.

Last year he made the controversial tweet that if Kanye West didn't respond to him on twitter he was going to "f*ck him in the ass." Now he's announced he will be naming his new album 'I'm Gay.'

"I'm gonna do the most controversial thing in hip-hop," Lil B told the Coachella crowd in Indio, California this weekend. "Ya'll heard it first. And I'mma just show you that words don't mean sh*t. I'mma make an album called 'I'm Gay,' right?" he continued. "Now I'mma tell you why I'm the first person to do it in hip-hop and why you're the first people to know my reasons," the rapper explained. "I'm just gonna tell you. So many people be worried about what people mean and definitions of words and sh*t... Now I like women, I love women, you feel me. But within yourselves, no matter what you do, it doesn't matter, it's like live life. You've only got one life to live. Be happy."

What do yall think of 'I'm Gay' as the title of an album? Is Lil B going overboard or just being a comedian?

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Solange Knowles put down the mic for a night and picked up a pair of headphones.

Beyonce's little sister hopped in the dj booth Friday (April 15) to provide the grooves at Roberto Cavalli Trunk Show in Las Vegas.

The singer seemed to have a good time, reportedly spinning Motown oldies for those in attendance. After the show she tweeted her nearly 600,000 followers about the experience.

 Check out pics of Solange styling in that dress below.

When you purchase 50 Cent's next cd there will be a deluxe version available that will include a new movie.

Fif made the announcement via his twitter page

"I'm writing another movie. Ill put it out the same day as my new album. I started last night. I have two ideas what do you think about a film based on war angel ?" he wrote adding that it will be better that Before I Self Destruct.

 

There's no timetable for the album and now movie other than that it's expected to be released this year.

In recent weeks the G-Unit boss has said to be out in Los Angeles recording. During that time he's dropped 14 freestyles that are all bangers.

What do yall think of 50 Cent's new movie being based on the 'War Angel' mixtape?

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Prodigy makes a surprise cameo in Raekwon's latest video.

The Alchemist produced "Ferry Boat Killaz" is off of Rae's new cd 'Shaolin vs Wu Tang."

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Earlier this year Birdman was named one of the top 5 wealthiest artists. It's Stunnas first time on the list. He was joined by 50 Cent, Dr Dre, Diddy, Jay-Z, all estimated to be worth $100 Million or more.

During a recent interview with Uptown Angela, Birdman said his numbers weren't calculated correctly.

"I don't know where they get that sh*t from. I'm valued at more than $100 million," Birdman said. "That's a low number for a n*gga like me, but it's cool though."

Known for stunting every chance he can get, Birdman talked about his desire to buy a one-of-a-kind $8 million dollar Maybach.

"I offered them $10 mil for it, but they won't sell it." Birdman says.

Looks like there are still a few things money can't buy.

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Helping to kick off the first day of the Coachella Festival, Lauryn Hill and Cee Lo both performed, but only one of them left happy Saturday (April 15) in Indio, California.

Hill's nearly 40 minute set included everything from "Lost Ones" to "Ex Factor." Hill then asked the crowd "how many Fugee fans do we have in the house tonight?" before tearing into "Fu Gee La" and "Ready Or Not."

The crowd of mostly teen kids didn't seem to recognize a lot of her songs and Hill was raspy voiced throughout, but she made up for that with enthusiasm and a solid band.

Meanwhile, Cee Lo got a raw deal as his set for cut short after only 3 songs.

After apparently starting his set late, the festival's organizer's pulled the plug on the Goodie Mob member as he sang Journey's  "Don't Stop Believing."

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Xzibit has reloaded and is about to drop 2 brand new albums.

"MMX" and "MMX 1" contain 40 new songs from X to the Z.

Check out the Young De assisted videos for "Man on the Moon" and "What It Is" below.

Xzibit "What Is Is" ft Young De

Xzibit "Man On The Moon" Ft Young De