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2 LAPD officers placed on leave amid probe into leak of Rihanna photo

Posted by ChasinDatPaper on September 12, 2009 at 12:50pm

LA Times Reports Two Los Angeles police officers have been placed on paid leave as part of an ongoing investigation into how a photo showing the battered face of Rihanna appeared on a celebrity website after the singer was assaulted by her former boyfriend Chris Brown, four law enforcement sources familiar with the case told The Times. The night before the Grammy Awards in February, Rihanna argued with Brown, who bit, punched and choked the singer in a rented Lamborghini in the Hancock Park area of Los Angeles, leaving her bruised and bloodied, police said. Two weeks later, a photo of Rihanna that showed those injuries appeared on the entertainment gossip website TMZ.com. The sources confirmed that the investigation is focused on at least two officers.

One of the officers, identified by sources as Rebecca M. Reyes, is a nine-year veteran of the department and was last assigned to the Wilshire Division. Her attorney told The Times that a search warrant in connection with the leak investigation had been served on her Los Angeles home. The other, Blanca Lopez, is a rookie officer with the Hollenbeck Division and was a housemate of Reyes, according to sources, who spoke on the condition that they not be named because it was an ongoing investigation. Both have been “assigned to home” pending the outcome of the probe, according to the sources who requested anonymity because they were not authorized to talk publicly about the investigation. Attorney Ira Salzman, who is representing Reyes, confirmed that the LAPD assigned his client to home during the Rihanna photo investigation but said his client had done nothing illegal and that department officials had not yet presented any formal allegations against her. Salzman, who described his client as a decorated officer, would not comment on whether Reyes had taken the picture of Rihanna or had at any time possessed it. “My client did not do anything for financial gain,” Salzman said. “She did not sell the photo.” Robert Rico, the attorney for Officer Lopez, declined to comment on the investigation. LAPD officials also declined to discuss their investigation, including who took the photograph, how it came into the possession of TMZ.com and how much, if any, money may have paid to the officers or associates for the image. Also was unclear whether the image that was posted on the site was taken with a personal phone or with department-issued photographic equipment. LAPD spokesman Lt. John Romero described the investigation as “a personnel matter” and said, “We are investigating vigorously.” Romero said the department would not comment on whether any officers have been assigned to home. A state law that went into effect this year makes it a misdemeanor for peace officers or law enforcement employees to profit by leaking confidential reports or images. In addition, the LAPD also has adopted strict rules about recording still or video images at crime scenes, which they made more explicit last year after a series of celebrity-related arrests in which details, and even images, appeared on celebrity and gossip websites. Donald Etra, the attorney for Rihanna, whose real is Robyn Rihanna Fenty, said Thursday that he was pleased that police had gotten to the bottom of the case. He said that no victim should have to worry about such photographs being leaked. He also noted that his client had “nothing but praise for the LAPD.”
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Lil Jon Preps "Crunk Rock" With Soulja Boy, R. Kelly and Akon

Posted by ChasinDatPaper on September 12, 2009 at 12:13pm

HipHopWired Reports Just when you thought crunk was dead, it looks like it might just be back. Lil Jon, the originator and arguably the leader of the south's crunk movement, is stepping back on the scene. Sans his silently dynamic partners in crime, The Eastside Boys, Jon is rolling solo for the first time and releasing Crunk Rock. The new album is set to pack a punch with features from R. Kelly, Akon and the south's current “golden boy” Soulja Boy. Jon told Billboard.com that fans can expect every Lil Jon they've come to know on this album and even hear a new sound of Jon as he works with the electro Hip-Hop group, LMFAO. “This album has all the Lil Jons you've ever heard. From the crunk Lil Jon, to the Usher-like Lil Jon, to the electro Lil Jon who's hanging with LMFAO. I've got to touch all my fans." Unfortunately for fans ready to hear Jon and his multiple personalities, you'll have to wait just a little while longer. Crunk Rock is not scheduled to hit stores until November 24. For people that can't wait that long, don't get too upset yet. The first of surely many leaks from the album recently hit the net. The song is titled “Give It All U Got” and has a techno-pop feel. Incredibly bubble-gum and featuring vocals from singer Kee, it should be perfect for teeny boppers and avid listeners to bouncy dance music rappers like Flo Rida and Pitbull. You can listen to Lil Jon and Kee “Give It All U Got” below: So does this mean crunk really is dead? This song is definitely NOT what we were expecting….
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DJ Messiah & YourAudioFix.com – Lethal Dose Vol. 3 [Mixtape]

Posted by Mr.I Get It on September 12, 2009 at 11:30am
DJ Messiah & YourAudioFix.com – Lethal Dose Vol. 3 [Mixtape]

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Here is the latest in our weekly mixtape series, DJ Messiah & YourAudioFix.com – Lethal Dose Vol. 3. This mixtape features new tracks from 50 Cent, Jim Jones, Jay-Z, Maino, Fabolous, Prodigy and more!Download: DJ Messiah & YourAudioFix.com – Lethal Dose Vol. 3 [Mixtape]
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No charges to be filed against Shawne Merriman,Tila Tequila's case dismissed by DA

Posted by ChasinDatPaper on September 11, 2009 at 6:30pm

Miami Herald Reports The San Diego district attorney's office has reportedly decided against filing charges against Chargers linebacker Shawne Merriman for allegedly choking and restraining his girlfriend, MTV star Tila Tequila. The San Diego Union-Tribune posted a statement from district attorney Bonnie Dumanis saying that her office "determined there is insufficient evidence to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that any crime was committed." The report also says the case is now closed. The paper reported last Sunday that Tequila -- the star of a former reality show on MTV, whose real name is Tila Nguyen -- signed a citizen's arrest complaint that charged the linebacker with battery and false imprisonment. Deputies went to Merriman's home just before 4:00 a.m. in response to a disturbance call. Tequila reportedly told them she was choked, thrown to the ground and restrained by Merriman upon attempting to leave. Merriman was then released from custody just after 11:00 a.m. The 25-year-old Merriman is a three-time Pro Bowl selection and was named First-Team All-Pro in 2006, when he led the league with 17 sacks. Merriman, the 12th overall pick of the 2005 NFL Draft, has spent his entire four-year career with San Diego. He missed all but the first game last season because of a knee injury that required surgery.
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Mom Too High To Drive Puts Six Year Old Daughter Behind The Wheel

Posted by ChasinDatPaper on September 11, 2009 at 3:00pm
Video After The Jump Source : HipHopWired The mother of a 6-year-old got too high to drive after she smoked "that stinky stuff" and asked her daughter to take the wheel. The 30-year-old mother was arrested on Sunday after police noticed the child driving a Dodge Durango at South Fourth Avenue and Walnut Street. "There were two white knuckles and a little head popping over the steering wheel," he said. Allegedly the woman was laughing in the passenger seat when the police pulled the car over. She went on to tell the officer she was trying to teach her daughter how to drive. "Mom made me drive because she was sleepy," the girl told police. The police said the aunt asked the little girl if her mom had been smoking "that stinky stuff again" and she replied "yes." The woman is being held in Chester County Prison on child endangerment, corruption of a minor and reckless endangerment charges.
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Inspired By The Death Of Kanye West's Mom,California Passes New Medical Bill, The "Donda West Law"

Posted by ChasinDatPaper on September 11, 2009 at 3:04pm

HipHopWired Reports The California Senate passed a bill Thursday inspired by the death of Kanye West's mother. If approved by California GovernorArnold Schwarzenegger, the “Donda West Law” would “prohibit performance of electronic cosmetic facial surgery unless, within 30 days before the procedure, a physical examination is conducted and written clearance for surgery is provided.” The lawmaker primarily responsible for the bill, Assemblywoman Wilmer Amina Carter, believes the bill will save lives. She told the L.A. Times: “Sometimes patients may think they are well enough for cosmetic surgery, but in reality are not. This bill will potentially save lives." Donda West passed away in 2007 at the age of 58 from complications with cosmetic surgery. While she did not have “electronic facial surgery,” West went under the knife for a tummy tuck and breast reduction, allegedly without having a proper physical beforehand. She ultimately died from preexisting coronary and multiple postoperative factors following surgery.
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Mannie Fresh Launches New Label, Signs Distribution Deal

Posted by ChasinDatPaper on September 11, 2009 at 2:51pm

AllHipHop Reports Acclaimed producer Mannie Fresh will seek to take his label Chubby Boy Records to greater heights via a newly-inked distribution deal with Deep Entertainment. The deal represents Fresh’s plan to solidify his talents as a Hip-Hop producer while showcasing his diversity in other genres of music. As a label, Deep Entertainment has slowly been making a name for itself in Hip-Hop culture due to its successful distribution of DJ Drama’s popular Gangsta Grillz mixtape series. Mannie Fresh’s first rumored project will be Return of the Ballin’, which will serve as a follow-up to his 2004 debut The Mind of Mannie Fresh. Fresh was instrumental in the explosion of Southern Hip-Hop through his tenure as Cash Money Record’s in-house producer from 1993-2005. In that span, the New Orleans native’s beats were a staple of hit albums from Juvenile (400 Degreez ), Lil Wayne(Tha Block It Hot, Tha Carter ), B.G. (Chopper City in the Ghetto ), The Hot Boys (Guerrilla Warfare ), and the Big Tymers (Hood Rich ). Realizing that labels have to be forward-thinking and daring in their marketing due to the ever-evolving music climate, Deep Entertainment Public Relations Director Nicole Murray plans to make Fresh a part of their proposed “independent music revolution.” Deep Entertainment is a rising star among independent labels,” explained Murray to AllHipHop.com in a statement. “Boasting the ability to pair creative, outside-the-box distribution channels as well as the traditional methods of retail and digital release with a full set of in house services including marketing, radio promotions and publicity, Deep Entertainment is revolutionizing the way independent music is released and received by the market place.” Fresh’s Return of the Ballin’ is currently set for an October release. Afterward, the label expects to debut new acts from Fresh’s Chubby Boy label. At press time, it is unknown if Fresh has retained his previous label deal with Def Jam South.
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New Lloyd Banks!! "Greenday" & "High Life" [Download Links Included]

Posted by ChasinDatPaper on September 11, 2009 at 1:30pm
The Punch Line King Is Back !! Here's 2 Brand New Joints From Lloyd Banks. The G-Unit Lyricist Has Been On Top Of His Game Bar For Bar Nobody Is F**king With Banks !! Check The Videos And Download Links After The Jump !! PaperChaserDotCom ThisIs50 Download Greenday Here Download High Life Here
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The Ultimate Fighter Season 10 Preview Starring Rampage Jackson, Kimbo Slice & Rashad Evans

Posted by ChasinDatPaper on September 11, 2009 at 12:00pm
This is an eight minute preview of the upcoming season of the UFC's "Ultimate Fighter" reality show. This season it's heavyweights, including football players and Kimbo Slice, among others. Coaches are Rampage and Rashad Evans.Video After The Break ! Source : SpikeTV
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Ghostface Killah Announces Tour Dates In Support Of New Album "The Wizard of Poetry"

Posted by ChasinDatPaper on September 11, 2009 at 9:08am

AllHipHop Reports Wu-Tang Clan’s Ghostface Killah will drop his sixth album for Def Jam titled The Wizard of Poetry on September 29 and has announced a nationwide outing to support his latest release. Ghostface, aka Ghostdini, lined up an all-star cast for The Wizard of Poetry. The album features guest appearances by Fabolous, Estelle, John Legend, Raheem DeVaughn and Lloyd. The album features two bonus tracks as well. “She’s A Killah” features Ron Browz, while “Back Like That” features Ne-Yo and Chicago rapper/producer Kanye West. Ghost's 24-date tour kicks off October 2 and hits major cities throughout the United States, including Philadelphia, Los Angeles and San Francisco and Denver, Colorado. The tour winds down October 31 at The Fox in Boulder, Colorado. The first single from Ghostface’s The Wizard of Poetry is “Baby” featuring Raheem DeVaughn. The album lands in stores and online September 29th. Tour dates and venues are listed below. 10/2 Albany, NY- Northern Lights 10/3 Philly, PA- Trocadero 10/4 Carrboro, NY- Cats Cradle 10/5 Charleston, SC- Music Farm 10/7 Ft. Lauderdale, FL- Revolution 10/9 Oxford, MS- Lyric 10/10 Baton Rouge, LA- Spanish Moon 10/11 Austin, TX- Emos 10/13 Tucson, AZ- The Rock 10/14 Tempe, AZ- The Clubhouse 10/15 San Diego, CA- Canes 10/16 Los Angeles, CA Key Club 10/17 Santa Barbara, CA- Velvet Jones 10/19 Reno, NV- Club Underground 10/20 San Fran, CA- Slims 10/21 Arcata, CA- Arcata Theatre 10/22 Portland, OR- Berbati's Pan 10/23 Eugene, OR- WOW Hall 10/24 Seattle, WA- Showbox 10/25 Bellingham, WA- Nightlight 10/28 Salt Lake City, UT- Urban Lounge 10/29 Aspen, CO- Belly Up 10/30 Denver, CO- Bluebird 10/31 Boulder, CO- Fox
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Rihanna At Intermix "Fashion's Night Out" Check Out The Pics Inside

Posted by ChasinDatPaper on September 11, 2009 at 8:03am

Courtesy Of FadedYouth Channeling her inner Grace Jones, a boldy dressed Rihanna attended the Intermix celebration of Fashion’s Night Out at in New York City on Thursday night. Sporting a hooded frock and her famous Barracuda glasses from A-Morir, the Disturbia singer rubbed elbows with fashion’s finest on New York Fashion Week’s inaugural evening. Rihanna caused so much of a uproar during her five-minute lap around the trendy retailer that one fan knocked over a rack, causing a bag to fall over and hit another patron on the head. Meanwhile, Rihanna — who most recently has been linked to rapper and label mate Fabolous – will make her way to L.A. this weekend to tend to a jam-packed agenda. After spending Saturday rehearsing for Monday’s performance on the premiere of The Jay Leno Show alongside Jay-Z and Kanye West, Riri will undoubtedly glam things up once again for Sunday night’s MTV Video Music Awards.

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T.I. and Chris Brown Star In New Movie “Takers”

Posted by ChasinDatPaper on September 10, 2009 at 9:00pm
HipHopWired Reports Although on lockdown, “The King Of The South” has no plans of slowing down and keeping his name ringing in the ears of the masses. T.I. is set to star in the film Takers alongside Matt Dillon, Chris Brown and Idris Elba. The film is a crime thriller about a Los Angles detective that is on the verge of diffusing a plan made by thieves who are trying to carry out a $20 million heist. Takers is set to theatres on January 8th. Originally titled Bone Deep, T.I. is also serving as one of the executive producers of the film. Here's the poster for the upcoming film.

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Drunk Mom Drives Son To Wrong School,Stops To Ask Cop For Directions & Gets Arrested

Posted by ChasinDatPaper on September 10, 2009 at 8:00pm
Kare11.com Reports A Detroit-area mother was arraigned on Wednesday after she was accused of driving her 9-year-old son to school while drunk. Dena Gay Ellington, 45, of Birmingham, was arrested Tuesday morning in Ferndale. Police said she stopped to ask a police officer at Taft Education Center how to get to her son's school, Coolidge Elementary. The officer said he smelled alcohol on her and gave her a Breathalyzer test. The woman blew a .29 percent, which is more than three times the legal limit. "Very unusual circumstances, that time of the morning, a woman being that drunk," said Ferndale Police Lt. William Wilson. "The fact that she approached him after drinking, and asking him how to drive further, is probably an indication that she wasn't thinking clearly." The officer drove the woman to the Ferndale Police Department and another officer drove the boy to school. Family members picked up the boy from school later that day. "Had she found the grade school she was looking for, there would have been kids running all over and all sorts of bad things could have happened," Wilson said. Ellington was released on a $5,000 bond. If convicted, she could be sentenced to time in prison. The magistrate has ordered her to undergo daily Breathalyzer tests. Ellington has no criminal history.
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Tests Show South African Runner Caster Semenya Is A Hermaphrodite !!

Posted by ChasinDatPaper on September 10, 2009 at 6:30pm

FoxSports Reports World 800-meter champion Caster Semenya of South Africa has male and female sexual organs, the Sydney Morning Herald said on Friday, posing an ethical and political quandary for athletics' ruling body. Semenya's reported condition could have grave medical implications. The Herald said extensive physical examinations of 18-year-old Semenya ordered by the IAAF have shown she is technically a hermaphrodite. Medical reports indicate she has no ovaries, but rather has internal male testes, which are producing large amounts of testosterone. The newspaper said the IAAF was trying to contact Semenya to inform her of the results. After dominating her race at the world titles in Berlin last month, Semenya was given blood and chromosome tests as well as a gynecological examination. "This is a medical issue and not a doping issue where she was deliberately cheating," IAAF spokesman Nick Davies was quoted as saying by the newspaper. "These tests do not suggest any suspicion of deliberate misconduct but seek to assess the possibility of a potential medical condition which would give Semenya an unfair advantage over her competitors. There is no automatic disqualification of results in a case like this." The IAAF has said Semenya would probably keep her medal because the case was not related to a drug matter. But the Herald said an alternative possibility was to award a second gold to the runner-up, Janeth Jepkosgei from Kenya.
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