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Alicia Keys Speaks On Her Chemistry With Beyonce For Brazilian Video Shoot "Me & B Have A Great Relationship, It Was Unforgettable"

Posted by ChasinDatPaper on February 17, 2010 at 8:00am

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Alicia Keys recently teamed with fellow female powerhouse Beyoncé to film the video for "Put It in a Love Song" in Brazil. Some local fans posted video footage online, in which we see Keys giving a performance in the streets.

A plethora of photos were also put on AliciaKeysDaily.com, showing A.Keys and B dressed up in festive dresses, also in the streets. On Sunday, during the NBA All-Star Game at Cowboys Stadium, Alicia talked about the latest release from her The Element of Freedom LP.

"Shooting 'Put It in a Love Song' in Rio, in Brazil, was very incredible," Keys said. "I feel that the energy of the city matches the energy of the song. It's sensual, it's exciting, it's so rich with color. I loved it. The people came out so heavy and so hard. I think it was exciting, especially to participate and experience it with them like that. Me and B have a great relationship. And to be able to have the chemistry we have and do it in a city that's so unique like that is unforgettable. The pictures speak a thousand words. So you saw the energy out there. It was great."

On Sunday, Keys performed for more than 108,000 people at the stadium, a new attendance record for any NBA game. The singer did a medley of her hits: "Empire State of Mind," "Sleeping With a Broken Heart" and "No One."

"It is a grand stage," Keys said of the mini-set. "It's really exciting. I'm a personal fan of championship-style games where the best are playing. It's exciting, and I love that. Also to be able to perform on a stage like this and a venue like this, people are excited. They're here to have a great time, and so I'm glad that on Valentine's Day, I'm able to bring a little love in the building. So it's gonna be beautiful.

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Watch Mary J. Blige's Full 30 Minute Concert From Ed Sullivan Theater + Interview With David Letterman Inside

Posted by ChasinDatPaper on February 17, 2010 at 7:00am

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The reigning Queen of Hip Hop/R&B/Soul, Mary J. Blige made a special appearance on Late Night With David Letterman (Tuesday February 16)

She performed the song "I Am" from her new album 'Stronger withEach Tear'. Afterwards she talks with David about her start in the business. Going from a teen in Yonkers to getting recognized from her demo tape by Andre Harrell and Sean "Puffy" Combs.

Mary then gives a free 30 minute concert from the Ed Sullivan Theater covering her hits from back in the day to present.

Her cd "Stronger With Each Tear" is in stores now

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Mary J. Blige Performs "I Am" On Late Night With David Letterman

Mary J. Blige Interview With David Letterman

Mary J. Blige 30 Minute Concert From the Ed Sullivan Theater

Beanie Sigel Disses Jay-Z & T.I. [Video Footage Courtesy Of Mike From HipHopDX]

Posted by ChasinDatPaper on February 17, 2010 at 6:30am

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Beanie Sigel aka The Broad Street Bully promised he would keep his foot on Jay-Z's throat until he got a response and he wasn't joking.

Beanie took more shots at Hova while at Freeway's 'Stimulas Package' release party.

He also goes in on T.I. for getting caught with military grade weapons but doing less than a year in prison.

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Dallas Cowboys Owner Jerry Jones Wants Eminem & Jay-Z To Give Concert At Dallas Stadium [Video Inside]

Posted by ChasinDatPaper on February 17, 2010 at 6:00am

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While most members of the Mixtape Daily family are big fans of the Dallas Cowboys' rivals (Shaheem rolls with the G-Men for life, J-Rod loves the Eagles, and Rahman bleeds Jets green), we have to give it up to owner Jerry Jones and the Cowboys Stadium. The massive, breathtaking, suspended hi-def screen alone sets it apart from the pack.

We won't get too sentimental about spending NBA All-Star Weekend there, but we did get a chance to catch up with Jerry at Jay-Z and LeBron James' "Two Kings Dinner & Afterparty." The owner of America's Team recalled giving Eminem a tour of the palatial venue when Mr. Mathers attended the Cowboys vs. Chargers game in December.

"We, of course, are great fans and were tickled to death to have that kind of interest," Jones said of Em coming to the stadium.

Jones said we might eventually see a huge rap show at the stadium, which could hold well over 100,000 fans for a concert, and he thinks Em or Jay-Z would be perfect to pack the venue. "Those are the kinds of stars or the kinds of individuals that people are so interested in seeing," he said. "We've got a venue there that can show them and their skills and talent. We could put a crowd in there to watch them."

"I'm here [playing Dallas] in a couple of weeks, actually," Jay-Z said when asked about Jones' comments. "I'm not playing the big stadium, but one day."

Meanwhile, Jones said he got the feeling Em was interested in rocking Cowboys Stadium. "I believe he was thinking of how it would sound in there for him to be involved [for a concert]," Jones said of Eminem's tour of the venue.

Cowboys Stadium hosted the 2010 NBA All-Star game this past Sunday, which broke the record for attendance with more than 108,000 fans.

"[Dallas Mavericks owner] Mark Cuban initiated the idea as we were building the stadium," Jones said about how the All-Star game ended up in Dallas. "I dreamed of having a basketball game in there — basketball or soccer. A chance to do the All-Star game was a dream come true. It's been great working with [NBA commissioner] David Stern. It's been great working with Mark with what we're doing. ... I've been out there spending most of my time watching them construct the setting for the game. The NBA hasn't spared anything making it special for the fans."

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Shyne Po Signs Seven Figure Deal With Def Jam

Posted by ChasinDatPaper on February 17, 2010 at 5:59am

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Multiple sources have confirmed to me that Shyne Po has signed a 7-figure deal with Def Jam.*

This ends a bidding war that had industry bigwigs vying for Shyne’s attention, flying to Belize, calling and courting, ever since the Brooklyn emcee was released from prison and deported to Belize back in October.

For Shyne to turn down hard-court pressure from Jimmy Iovine/Dr.Dre and others and instead join LA Reid back at his last known recording-residence actually seems like an inevitable move….because I’ve been hearing that Shyne has been pow-wowing with veteran manager Kyambo “HipHop” Joshua for a while now. Joshua and his HipHopSince1978 partners, Gee Roberson, also manage Lil Wayne, Drake, Young Jeezy and more. Meanwhile, my old friend Al Branch is both a partner in HipHopSince1978 and a high-level exec at Def Jam…see how that works? Synergy! Now there have been recent reports of new label-wide pressures, but with this team in place, Shyne is in good hands.

As for the logistics, the plan is for Shyne to work out of London, it’s a buzzing hip hop hub with all the necessary facilities. Oh, and about that first verse which appeared on an early DJ Khaled album leak (and is allegedly scratched from the final tracklisting)…I’m hearing that Shyne didn’t intend that verse to be his first look. After nearly a decade inside, he’s allowed a little time to figure out what direction he’ll take.

*(obviously in this climate, these kinds of numbers are few and far between, so this certainly signals that labels see value in legacy or storyline. Drake got a reported 2 million last year. And of course, this is Shyne’s second time around in a bidding war.)

Lady Gaga Wins 3 Brit Awards. While Jay-Z Takes Home 1. Watch Their Live Performances Of "Empire State Of Mind" x "Telephone/Dance In The Dark" Inside!

Posted by ChasinDatPaper on February 16, 2010 at 5:30pm

The 30th Annual Brit Awards were held at Earl's Court in London tonight (Tuesday February 16) and an American stole the show.

Lady Gaga won three awards for best international female, breakthrough act and best international album for 'The Fame'.

Rapper Jay-Z also won an award for best international male.

Both Gaga and Jigga got an opportunity to perform during the show. Jay-Z brought out Alicia Keys for "Empire State Of Mind"

Meanwhile. Lady Gaga dedicated her performance to Alexander McQueen, the British fashion designer who died last week. She sang "Telephone" and "Dance In The Dark"

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Lady Gaga "Telephone/Dance In The Dark"

Jay-Z featuring Alicia Keys "Empire State Of Mind"

Dizzee Rascal and Florence "You Got The Love"

Sean Price Of Heltah Skeltah "Street Sh*t" (Music Video)

Posted by ChasinDatPaper on February 16, 2010 at 2:00pm

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Sean Price aka Ruck, 1/2 of Heltah Skeltah along with Rockness Monsta drops new visuals for "Street Sh*t" off his mix cd 'Kimbo Price'

I don't know why, but a lot of cats sleeping on P. Dude got a sick flow and crazy lyrics.

Anyway enough of me rambling, check out the video.

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Tim Westwood Interviews Young Money/Cash Money's Birdman & Gudda Gudda [3 Videos]

Posted by ChasinDatPaper on February 16, 2010 at 2:00pm

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Radio One's Tim Westwood made the trek from the UK over to Miami to interview part of the Young Money/Cash Money family.

Birdman talks about what the absence of Lil Wayne when he goes to jail will mean to the camp. He says there is plenty of music to come from Drake, Nicki Minaj and the rest of the gang.

Gudda Gudda is up next, he talks about his mixtape "Guddaville" and the pressure he feels following in the footsteps of Lil Wayne.

Birdman Interview with Tim Westwood

Gudda Gudda Interview Part 1 of 2 (Gudda speaks on his mixtape)

Gudda Gudda Interview Part 2 of 2 (Gudda shows off his tats)

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Oprah Winfrey Says No Way To John Mayer

Posted by ChasinDatPaper on February 16, 2010 at 12:30pm

The Oprah Winfrey Show is usually one of the first places an entertainer looks to when trying to restore a tarnished image. But in the case of disgraced singer John Mayer the talk show host is putting up a stop sign.

According to a report on Popeater.com you won't be seeing John apologize for his use of the N-word in a recent Playboy interview on Oprah's couch.

Oprah is very good friends with Jennifer Aniston, who was also on the receiving end of harsh remarks by Mr Mayer.

An industry insider says "Oprah is the smartest person on TV and will not let John use her or her show to ask for forgiveness,"

"If John really wants to apologize for his racist and sexist comments, he should find somewhere else. The only way Oprah, who is a dear friend of Jennifer Aniston, would ever book him is if John were interested in having a much deeper conversation about race, women and fame."

No matter how many times he apologizes it may never be enough though. For a lot of fans the damage he inflicted with his ignorance may be too much to ever overcome.

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Akon Says His Artist Lady Gaga's Success Has Him Ready To Retire [Video Inside]

Posted by ChasinDatPaper on February 16, 2010 at 12:00pm

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Akon believed when nobody else did. He saw Lady Gaga's vision and decided it was worth the gamble.

Several Grammy wins and millions of records sold later, Akon now looks like a genius.

He talks to the Associated Press about what compelled him sign her and the effect dance music now has on the music industry.

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Hilarious Tracy Morgan On David Letterman. Speaks On The Movie 'Wolfman', His Valentine Oprah Winfrey & More

Posted by ChasinDatPaper on February 16, 2010 at 9:00am

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For a lot of people Tracy Morgan's brand of comedy is almost too raw. If you have ever seen his stand up act you know what I mean.

He tones it down considerably for tv, but is still hilarious.

In this interview with David Letterman Tracy talks about the trouble he's having with his Valentine Oprah Winfrey, her best friend Gayle King, the Winter Olympics and the movie 'Wolfman'.

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The Cartel & CTE Present "Shield Gang III" Mixtape (Hosted By DJ E Dubble, DJ Got Now & DJ Folk)

Posted by ChasinDatPaper on February 16, 2010 at 8:50am

Tracklist:

1.Slick Pulla Young Jeezy-For My Town

2.Boo Rossini-Ignorant

3.USDA (211 Boo Rossini J.W.)-Day in the Life

4.J.W.-Grade A Hustler (Produced by Ensayne Wayne)

5.USDA (Slick Pulla Boo 211)-Ballin

6.Bama Smeezy-Mo Money (Produced by Shawty Redd)

7.Screwww-Money Cars Clothes (Produced by Fate Eastwood)

8. DJ Khaled ft Young Jeezy Schife Plies Rick Ross -Put Your Hands Up (Produced by The Runners)

9.Young Jeezy-Talkin the Blow

10.Slick Pulla-Cloverfield (Produced by Mega Man)

11..Alley Boy 211-Throw IT Up Remix (Produced by Ensayne Wayne)

12.Screwww Slick Pulla J.W. -Gudda Budda USDA Remix (Produced by The Olympicks)

13.Screwww Young Jeezy J.W.-Stuntin

14.Boo Rossini Lil Wayne- Whip it Like a Slave (Produced by Maestro)

15.True Breed-Realness (Produced by Mega Man)

16.211 Young Jeezy-Big Dogs

17.USDA (Boo Rossini 211 JW)-FireCracker

18.True Breed-Till the Wheels Fall Off

19.Young Jeezy J.W. Plies-So Sad (Produced by The Inkredibles)

20.B.A.M.A.-Ice

21.Young Jeezy Lil Wayne-Scared Money #tm103 (Produced by Boi1da)

22. USDA (Boo Rossini 211 JW)-Ask About Me

23.USDA (Boo Rossini 211 JW)-Look at Me (Produced by DJ Stikuhbush)

24.211 I’m From Inglewood Freestyle (The Redprint)

25.True Breed-Long Time Coming

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Rihanna Reportedly Lands Role As Super Kinky Dominatrix In 'The Last Dragon' Movie Alongside Samuel L. Jackson

Posted by ChasinDatPaper on February 16, 2010 at 8:30am

Rihanna could be on her way to the big screen if reports about a forthcoming remake of 'The Last Dragon' are true.

"She has landed an incredibly challenging role alongside Samuel L Jackson. But it's not a part for the faint-hearted," a source told British newspaper The Daily Mirror Monday. "She will play a super sexy, super kinky dominatrix in the martial arts flick."

Said to be co-produced by Rza of Wu-Tang Clan, 'The Last Dragon' remake follows rumors that Rihanna would star in a remake of the 1992 hit 'The Bodyguard' -- those claims were later shot down by management.

While Rihanna has not confirmed the role, the source says she will be asked to study hard.

"She has been told to look into the role - and this could well include a trip to an S&M dungeon."

In related news, Rihanna discussed an intense emotional connection to the album "Rated R" recently.

Telling The Daily Telegraph the album was a place where she could vent after the attack (Chris Brown), Rihanna went on to say "The vocal performances definitely were influenced by the emotion, the feeling. I wasn't just singing lines, I was singing every word and every word meant something because it was my story. It was a lot more personal, a lot more real...I was venting."

Source: SingersRoom.com

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Lady Gaga, Alicia Keys & Jay-Z Set To Play Brit Awards Shows

Posted by ChasinDatPaper on February 16, 2010 at 8:00am

LONDON – Chanteuse Lady Gaga is up for three awards as women dominate the shortlist for British music's Brit Awards.

Lady Gaga is scheduled to perform during Tuesday's ceremony at London's Earl's Court arena.

She's nominated for best international female artist, best album and breakthrough act of the year.

Florence and the Machine, Pixie Lott and Lily Allen also have three nominations each.

Other Brits performers include Jay-Z, Alicia Keys and Lily Allen. A video message from Prince Harry is scheduled to give the show a royal stamp of approval.

International nominees include Bruce Springsteen, Eminem, Jay-Z, Michael Buble and Shakira.

The awards are the British equivalent of the Grammys, with most winners selected by a vote of more than 1,000 industry members.

Source: Yahoo

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'Avatar' Director James Cameron To Write Prequel Novel To Record Breaking Movie

Posted by ChasinDatPaper on February 16, 2010 at 7:00am

"Avatar" fans have famously suffered from withdrawal symptoms after immersing themselves in the movie's perfect world, and then having to leave when it's time to exit the theater. It's actually been labeled a syndrome. They want more. They want it now.

So director James Cameron is coming to the rescue. But not in the form of another movie, not yet. First, he's going to write a book. It would be the Oscar-winning director's debut on the printed page.

Jon Landau, one of "Avatar's" producers, told MTV News that the novel will be a prequel. "Not a novelization - and there is a distinction. A novelization basically retells the story of the movie. Jim wants to write a novel that is a big epic that fills in a lot of things."

He continued, "It would be something that would lead up to telling the story of the movie, but it would go into much more depth about all the stories that we didn't have time to deal with - like the schoolhouse and Sigourney [Weaver's character] teaching at the schoolhouse; Jake on earth and his backstory and how he came here; [the death of] Tommy, Jake's brother; and Colonel Quaritch, how he ended up there and all that," Landau explained.

Almost since the movie hit screens there's been talk of "Avatar" prequels, sequels, comic books and anything in print that would give fans something to hold onto.

But lest they get too excited, Cameron has to write his book first. And if it's any indication, we know how long his movies take to make.

Landau had some encouraging news on that score as well. As for when "Avatar" fans can look forward to Cameron's novel, he says, "I'm hoping by the end of this year."

NY Daily News

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DJ Premier Producing New Album From West Coast Veteran MC Eiht

Posted by ChasinDatPaper on February 16, 2010 at 6:30am

(AllHipHop News) East coast production wizard DJ Premier has announced a new project with West Coast rap legend MC Eiht, of Compton’s Most Wanted.

DJ Premier will executive produce MC Eiht’s upcoming 11th album, titled Which Way Is West.

In addition to executive production duties on Which Way Is West, DJ Premier will release the album on his independent label, Year Round Records.

In addition to DJ Premier, Which Way Is West will feature production by Marco Polo and other upcoming producers, as well as appearances by Year Round artists NYGz.

MC Eiht rose to fame as a member of gangsta rap group Compton’s Most Wanted, who released three classic albums, It's a Compton Thang, Straight Checkn 'Em and Music to Driveby.

He also had a starring role in the movie Menace II Society, which produced the single "Streiht Up Menace.”

MC Eiht has released albums consistently throughout the past 15 years, including his last release Affiliated, which hit stores in 2006.

Which Way Is West is due in stores this Summer.

AllHipHop

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Kuniva Of D12 "Retribution" Mixtape [Download Link Inside]

Posted by ChasinDatPaper on February 15, 2010 at 4:00pm

01. Intro
02. You Ready? (prod. Silent Riot)
03. Ask About Me (prod. K.I.D.D.)
04. Jive Sucka
05. Gun Game Freestyle
06. Diamonds and Gold f. Mr. Porter (prod. Mr. Porter)
07. Bury Me a G Freestyle
08. Hurry Up and Buy (prod. Mr. Porter)
09. Think U Tuff f. Maestro (prod. K.I.D.D.)
10. Die Young (prod. Mr. Porter)
11. The Same Thang f. (Bizarre\Big Dame)
12. Intermission/It’s On Freestyle
13. Clyde The Glyde (prod. Mr. Porter)
14. Strong Arming pt.1 f.Marv Won (prod. Salam Wreck)
15. Where The Heart Is (prod. Mr. Porter)
16. Killem All! f. Swifty McVay (prod. Dubb)
17. Ghost of Pussy Past
18. Just Thoughts (prod. Salam Wreck)
19. Money Clip f. Royce Da 5′9″ (prod. K.I.D.D.)
20. Rondell’s Beat Tape (Skit) f. Eminem
21. One More Step Freestyle f. Beez
22. Retribution (prod. Salam Wreck)
23. Outro

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My Lawd Rosa Acosta Valentine's Day Photo Shoot [Video Inside]

Posted by ChasinDatPaper on February 15, 2010 at 2:30pm

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My goodness, Rosa Acosta is definitely making her mark in the video vixen game. This particular photo shoot finds her looking as good as I have ever seen her.

You can catch more of Ms Acosta on her official website www.Rosaacosta.com

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Rihanna Performs "Rude Boy" Live On The Ellen Degeneres Show [Video Inside]

Posted by ChasinDatPaper on February 15, 2010 at 11:30am

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Rihanna, the beauty from Barbados made yet another appearance on the Ellen Degeneres show today.

This time she performed "Rude Boy". Her latest single off the album 'Rated R' which is in stores now.

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Twilight Star Robert Pattinson Has A Strange Allergy "I Really Hate Vagina, I'm Allergic To Vaginas"

Posted by ChasinDatPaper on February 15, 2010 at 10:30am

Robert Pattinson, he of the sparkly vampire acting gigs and legions of fans, revealed some intriguing tidbits about his personal life during a reported pint-laden interview with Details magazine.

After a beer or two and plenty of chili-spiced bar snacks, Pattinson said that when it comes down to it, his biggest emotional attachment is to his dog.

"There might be something wrong with my emotional sight," the 23-year-old actor said. "The only emotional connection of relevance is with my dog. My relationship with my dog, it's ridiculous."

Which is more than he can say about his relationship with vaginas.

The racy photo shoot he did for Details positioned the heartthrob between the legs of a female model, and Pattinson said it made him a bit antsy.

"I really hate vaginas," he said. "I'm allergic to vagina. But I can't say I had no idea, because it was a 12-hour shoot, so you kind of get the picture that these women are going to stay naked after, like, five or six hours. But I wasn't exactly prepared. I had no idea what to say to these girls. Thank God I was hungover."

There was, however, a redeeming quality of the shoot for Pattinson.

"This shoot, it's kind of eighties nakedness, you know? If you look at porn in, like, the eighties, there was something kind of quaint about it, quite sweet—like this little naked community," Pattinson explained. "The people who made it liked it, they had respect for it. Not remotely like the porn that's available now. No community in it at all. It's just everything, everywhere."

Pattinson is currently working on an adaptation of the Guy de Maupassant novel "Bel Ami," and will make his next appearance on the silver screen in March in the drama "Remember Me.

Story Source: CNN

Picture Source: Details

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