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Police were surprised to see Batman cruising the streets of Montgomery County, Maryland last Wednesday. 

A man dressed as the caped crusader was driving a black Lamborghini with Batman tags when police spotted him. The encounter was caught on dash cam.

Turns out the gentleman driving the car is really Lenny Robinson. Robinson visits sick kids in  Washington, D.C. area hospitals dressed as Batman to help cheer them up according to NewsNet5.

After making sure his real license plates were in the trunk of his car police let Robinson go, but not before posing for pictures.

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Beanie Sigel is ready to make his return to the recording business after inking a deal to have EMI distribute his music under the guidance of music industry veteran Chris Schwartz, according to AllHipHop.

“That’s what kind of pushed me to really do this album. I was sought out by Chris Schwartz. He had a situation at EMI and was looking for an artist,” Beanie told AHH. “I had just recorded a couple songs in the studio. Somebody heard a record and was like, ‘You should check out Beanie; he hasn’t been doing anything.’"

Beanie's last major label release was 2007's The Solution. He followed that up two years later with an independent album entitled The Broad Street Bully.

Sigel said this new deal will also bring his group State Property back together again.

“If you’ve been through what I’ve been through in my career, you wouldn’t trust no one. You’ll fourth guess everything. What made me do the deal with Chris Schwartz was actually to get the deal together for State Property,” Beanie said. "I don’t wanna be selfish – it’s selfish to the people,” he added. “That’s the only reason why I’m doing this. It’s not fun for me no more; it’s work. It used to be fun, and when it starts turning into work, it’s not fun no more."

SP includes Philadelphia rappers Young Chris, Neef, Freeway, Peedi Crakk and others.

Beans will be releasing his sixth studio album, The Classic, this Summer.

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Drake is one of the most successful rapper to come out in the last decade. With two platinum albums under his belt and fans across the globe Drizzy is doing his thing.

He also has high aspirations. During a recent visit to the UK, Drake sat down with the Guardian to talk about wanting to be an icon, recreational drug use, his critics and handling bad interviews.

On walking out of an interview with Vibe.

"I didn't like the way I was treated," he says. "They ran this story about how I'm the most bitter guy, and my life is in turmoil. And I'm, like, a very happy 25-year-old kid living an amazing life. They tried to put a damper on my character, I guess because I didn't play according to their rules."

On saying he was the rap Jimi Hendrix or Bob Marley on the song "Lord Knows."

"I didn't really say I was the rap Hendrix or Marley, I said I was the descendant," he corrects, smiling at the tenuous distinction. "Because I feel like that's what I want to be for this generation: iconic. That's the purpose I want to serve on this earth. I want my words to be remembered in 10, 15 years."

On his critics.

"I can't lie to you, I read what they have to say and it's ... character-building." He used to find it mortally wounding. "There have been times when a negative comment about me would be the be all and end all, and I'd wonder, Why do you hate me so much? Why would you tell me that you want to kill my mom or see me dead?  "It's scary for me to say this on record," he says, "but artists are only human, and we seek validation like everyone else. You just have to come to the conclusion that it's OK, there are going to be people who like you and people who don't. Luckily there are millions of people who love me and a few who don't."

On smoking weed and sipping syrup.

"Have I sipped codeine before?" he asks for me. "Yeah, of course. Have I smoked weed? Yes. Do I drink wine? Yes. But do I do it excessively? No. I'm not a reckless guy. I do it all within moderation. I'm not into drugs." He realizes what he has just said, and bursts out laughing, as do his crew. "I mean any outside the ones I just mentioned. Nah, that's not me. I care too much about what I have. I'm not going to throw it away for that."

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Nicki Minaj was the guest performer on American Idol Thursday [March 29]. The Young Money star sang/rapped her way through her latest single "Starships."

Nicki's new album Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded will be released April 3rd.

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It was a disappointing night for Slaughterhouse fans in attendance at Best Buy Theatre in NYC on Thursday [March 29]. Joe Budden was arrested prior to the show for a warrant stemming from a 2007 traffic violation according to MTV. That left the remaining three members Royce Da 5'9, Joell Ortiz and Crooked I in the tough position of trying to make up for Joe's absence.

The crowd chanted "Joey, Joey, Joey." Royce responded by saying "We love Joey too, chanting for him ain't gonna get him outta jail."

Joe was released from custody later that night.

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The female MC field has seen an infusion on new talent recently, but none stand out as much as G-Unit's own Precious Paris. From her appearances in the videos "Queens, NY" "Love" and "Everything OK," to her new mixtape "From Paris with Love," Paris is making the most of every opportunity.

Our friends over at HipHop-N-More caught up with one of rap's rising stars to find out what's popping with G-Unit 2.0, the Rida Gang, what it's like working with 50 Cent and more.

HHNM: Let me start this by talking a bit about your background. You’ve had a rough childhood. What inspired you to fight back and make a career in rap?

Precious Paris: Umm.. I think the fear of failure. I knew I was really good at what I did as far as writing so I just put all my energy into it a 100% so that I could be successful and didn’t fall by the wayside.

HHNM: Great. Do you think it’s a good time for female MCs to make a mark in this male dominated industry?

Precious Paris: Yeah I think so. It’s been a long time since we had 5-6 girls at one time. It’s been too long. I think it’s the perfect time.

HHNM: Who are your influences when it comes to music?

Precious Paris: Oh that varies from MC Lyte to Lauryn Hill to Mary J. Blige, Tupac, Biggie, Nas, Lil Kim, Foxy Brown, the list goes on.

HHNM:So tell me how you ended up on 50 Cent’s G-Unit Records. If I’m not wrong, your first work with him was ‘Kitty Kat’ off Terminate On Sight but we weren’t aware of that until now.

Precious Paris: Well he called me to do some hooks and songs for him but he told me he would try to push my career for me as an artist and female rapper. And he always watched me as I continued to work and then eventually one day he just called me and I was ready! I was still recording and I would send him songs and one day he called me to his office and offered me to become a part of G-Unit.

HHNM: You know I have been making this point on my Twitter and on the blog that you hardly like a new artist. You sound and appear polished. How does that come to you?

Precious Paris: Absolutely. I think you just hit the nail on the head. I think it came from watching my boss. All his pictures, his interviews, how he moved, how he performs in the studio, I just thought it was perfection. And I’m a perfectionist.

HHNM: That’s great. How is it working with him in the studio? Is it tough?

Precious Paris: No, it’s not tough at all. It’s pretty easy to work with 50 in the studio. But most of the times, I’m not even in the studio with him. I’m really just doing my own thing.

HHNM: Okay. And do the studio sessions involve a lot of Street King shots?

Precious Paris: (Laughs) Absolutely. I just had one too. And in the studio we drink those a lot.

HHNM: Cool! The chemistry on ’Queens’ track is pretty evident. It’s one of the fan favorites off his The Big 10 mixtape and also your From Paris With Love tape. Do you guys have more joint work coming up?

Precious Paris: Yeah, definitely. We have a few records coming up and they’re really hot too. I can’t wait for everybody to hear them. I feel this is just the beginning. I don’t think everybody really knows what I’m capable of yet and I’m really excited to put my work out there so I can go to the next level.

HHNM: Can’t wait. Did you work on his upcoming album as well?

Precious Paris: Umm..Yeah I should be on that album! We did some work for his album, yes.

HHNM: Your debut mixtape ‘From Paris With Love’ has been well received by fans. I personally like it a lot. I thought you showed a lot of range. Are you happy with the response it has got so far?

Precious Paris: You know what, I’m very happy with the response. But I’m in a mind frame right now where I’m ready for the next thing. So I’m not getting too hyped about anything right now. I just want to work.

HHNM: I know that you have singing capabilities as well. Do you plan to take it seriously and maybe release a Rap/R&B project or are you sticking to choruses only?

Precious Paris: Well I mean I am capable of singing a whole song but I do plan to keep it street. You’re not gonna hear any ballads from me (laughs). It’s gonna be heart felt and something that people can relate to and also something that the hood can bop to.

HHNM: That sounds good. So what’s next for Precious Paris? Have you started thinking about your debut album or do you plan to build a stronger fan base for now and release more material?

Precious Paris: I’m thinking about a lot of things right now. I’m planning on releasing another mixtape. I’m also thinking about making sure I have an official album to drop. In a perfect world that would be around Christmas but for now, I just want to continue to put out good work.

HHNM: What plans does 50 have for G-Unit 2.0?

Precious Paris: It’s just G-Unit reinvented. Just bring that whole feeling back of ’02. We just want to get that same energy back. Because I just feel like there was a void, music was going a certain way. I feel like everything comes back around and I feel this is the time for 2.0. We can really shake the ground.

HHNM: Yeah, that’s what I feel too. It’s not like G-Unit and 50 fell off. It was just a change in environment and the kind of music people listen to. And I think if 50 has talented artists like you, I’m sure G-Unit will be back on top.

Precious Paris: Yeah I mean this is my opportunity so I’m gonna go as hard as I could to make a difference and make some noise in the rap game. I guarantee you I’m not gonna sleep until that happens (smiles).

HHNM: That is nice to hear. Okay, this is a question asked by a few of our readers on Twitter and Facebook. What exactly is “Rida Gang”?

Precious Paris: Rida Gang! It’s the new G-Unit, like a sub division of it. It’s like a group inside of G-Unit. It’s pretty much me and Kidd Kidd and then you have Shawty Lo and Genasis. But me and Kidd Kidd are pretty much the faces of Rida Gang at the moment.

HHNM: Oh okay. So can you name your top 5 MCs of all time? Doesn’t have to be in order.

Precious Paris: Yes I can. Umm..MC Lyte. Oh I have to go for this a lil bit from a female’s perspective. Lauryn Hill, Biggie Smalls, 50 Cent and.. Tupac.

To read the rest of the interview head over to HipHop-N-More

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It's only been a couple of days since Iggy Azalea dropped her new single "Murder Bizness" and already Sno Tha Product has hopped on it and is trying to make it her own.

Who do you think did their thing on the track? Both? Neither? Let us know what think in the comment section below.

Iggy Azalea "Murder Bizness"

Sno Tha Product "Murder Bizness" Freestyle

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New visuals from Miguel off of his just released Art Dealer Chic Vol. 2 EP.

Check it out below.

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The Slaughterhouse foursome of Crooked-I, Royce Da 5'9, Joel Ortiz and Joe Budden are gearing up for the release of their new album Welcome to: Our House.

Here's some behind the scenes footage of the video shoot for the street single "Hammer Dance."

Produced by AraabMuzik

If video won't play click this link HERE to watch it.

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Yelawolf may have become a name people recognize worldwide now thanks to his association with Eminem, but deep down inside he's still that country kid from Alabama who enjoys the simpler things out of life.

In a sit down with Rhyme and Reason Magazine, Catfish Billy revealed that the title of his upcoming album is Love Story. He also talks about how his relationship with Fefe Dobson influenced his decision to tattoo a picture of Johnny Cash on his head.

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When Eazy E died on March 26, 1995 it shocked a lot of his fans. To this day many can't let go of the iconic West Coast rapper's memory. Some of those fans and a few thrill seekers are being disrespectful however, according to Eazy's son.

Eric Wright Jr. told TMZ that when he recently visited his father's grave on the 17th anniversary of his passing, his , the gravestone was covered in empty beer bottles and marijuana cigarette butts.

Wright cleaned up the mess before spending several hours reminiscing about his father.

He says it's a way for him to release his pain. "Every year I take a different message that he has said and use it as an inspiration."

R.I.P. Eazy.

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After five seasons of "Jersey Shore," we know DJ Pauly D pretty well. He's the ultimate prankster who never beefs with anyone, takes crucial care of his beloved sneaker collection and has a crunchy blowout that defies all laws of physics.

But the Rhode Island kid has many more sides to show us, and he plans to put them all on display in his spin-off show, "The Pauly D Project." When asked what parts of his personality "Shore" watchers are missing out on, Pauly told MTV News' Sway, "Just how much I am all about my home, my family and my friends — you don't really see that."

In the show — which debuts tonight (March 29) at 10:30 p.m. ET, right after the reboot of "Punk'd" — viewers will tag along as Pauly hits Las Vegas for his DJ residency at the Palms Hotel and Casino with his whole crew in tow, including turntable inspiration Biggie, bodyguard Jerry and wingman Ryan. They'll also get to see Pauly go home to visit his friends and family and sign a mind-blowing record deal with the G-Note division of 50 Cent's G-Unit Records.

Oh, and did we mention he also hits the road as the opening act for Britney Spears? Yeah, buddy.

"Now you get to see me take my closest friends on the road with me from Rhode Island, and you get to see Rhode Island," he said. "I'm really excited just to show the world that side of me."

His hookup with 50 is already paying dividends, as the G-Unit General recently tapped Pauly to help out in the first commercial for the rapper's Street King energy drink. Pauly jumped in front of the camera with 50 and legendary comedian Joan Rivers for what the MC said was a "real oddball group" intended to target a wide range of potential audiences.

Pauly D speaks on his new show

'The Pauly D Project' trailer

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Chris Brown drops his second video in less than a day with "Real Hip Hop Sh*t #4."

Produced by 9th Wonder.

Papoose pays tribute to slain teenager Trayvon Martin.

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Chris Brown dropped this song a few weeks ago, now here are some visuals to go along with that.

Produced by Drumma Boy

Chris Brown releases a new single off of his upcoming album Fortune, which drops May 8. Funkmaster Flex on the premiere.

Spotted at X's

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Moments after doing an impersonation of Lil Wayne, Toronto MC Drake got back to being serious and dropped a freestyle for Tim Westwood.

Check it out below.

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Fred The Godson is gearing up for a realease of his new mixtape and giving us visual after visual for some of the heat that will be on this mixtape. While Monique's Room is steady buzzing on radio frederico keeps giving us more and more heat.