Nicki Minaj "Super Bass"

Nicki Minaj's brand new "Super Bass" video just dropped. And it's full of all the pink and green wigs, pink lips, slow winin', rapid eye blinking, crazy facial expressions you would expect.

Hit the jump to check it out...

Lady Gaga - Judas

Birdman (Feat. Lil Wayne, T-Pain & Mack Maine) - I Get Money [Final Street Version]

Obama Spits Hot Fire: Rap On The Death Of Osama Bin Laden [Spoof]

2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster

The convertible SLS AMG Roadster is the second car to be developed independently by AMG. The Coupe and Roadster concepts were created in parallel – very advantageous during the development process. During this 3-year development period for the 2012 SLS AMG Roadster, the engineers devoted particular attention to bodyshell rigidity, driving dynamics, the soft top and NVH. Currently undergoing testing in Stuttgart, the 2012 SLS AMG Roadsters are minimally disguised as they cover their test routes. Easily identified by enthusiasts, these two-seaters with a fabric soft top have no Mercedes stars or model designations to be seen, just black adhesive foil at the front, rear and along the sides. The proportions speak for themselves with a long hood, large wheels and a short rear unified by breathtaking design. There are still six months to go before the world premiere at the International Automobile Show in Frankfurt in September 2011. Time enough to verify the maturity of the new SLS AMG Roadster.

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Cory Gunz & Peter Gunz IFWT Freestyle!

Bobby V - Sweetness

Vybz Kartel - Turn Up The Scheme

Kanye West Debuts A Pricey Line Of "Risque" Scarves

Remember the "banned" album cover for Kanye West's My Dark Twisted Fantasy disc?  It's been turned into a fancy scarf you can own for the low price of $364.  See pics of other scarves inspired by Kanye's musical fantasies inside.......

Kanye Wet has commissioned a line of scarves in collaboration with French design partnership M/M (Paris).  Starting Monday, Ye will be hawking five limited-edition designs, based on paintings George Condo made for the cover of the My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy album and Kanye's other musical fantasies.
Kanye named them Power, Phoenix, Face, Priest and Ballerina, and each is set in a frame of gold lettering created by the M/M (Paris) team.
They will be collector' items as only 100 of each scarf will be made and sold exclusively through M/M (Paris)’s website, and at French boutique Colette for 250€ ($364).

See the designs here:

Is it worth $400 bucks to you?

Nike SB Dunk High “Cheech and Chong” Quickstrike

What was initially slated as a 4/20 release seems to have been pushed back as an official “Cinco de Mayo” drop as several retailers received their shipment of the “Cheech and Chong” quickstrike today. Supposedly inspired by the iconic stoner buddies, Nike’s Dunk High receives a special treatment with off-white uppers, bandana and corduroy mismatched detailing and denim tongues, not to mention extra laces coming in an appropriately green colorway. An added feature is the green material under the canvas upper that can be shredded off. For those interested, they are now available through Premier.

Nike Air Force 1 Hi Premium Black/Black

A new Nike Air Force 1 makes its way to select retailers as we take a peek into these new black/black Premium Hi’s. Sporting a textured patent leather upper, the shoes come equipped with a tonal black colorway atop translucent smoked outsoles. Retailing for $135 USD, these bad boys are now available through Nice Kicks, in-store and through phone order.

Subcrew x Alain Mikli Collection

With the wide network throughout China, Alain Mikli looks to boost its profile thanks to a Spring 2011 collaboration involving Hong Kong streetwear label, Subcrew. The collection brings together the manufacturing expertise and quality of Mikli together with Subcrew’s dominance of the Chinese market. A capsule of eyewear focuses on small anatomical changes for better fits among Asian faces seen throughout some classic styles. The collection will be exclusively sold through Lenscrafters and Subcrew’s flagship retailers, UNITY.

Neil Barrett Leather Hightop Sneaker

British designer Neil Barrett contributes to the ever growing high fashion sneaker landscape with this blacked out leather sneaker. Featuring a full leather upper, the style is subtle on the detailing with a leather strap across the ankle and intermittent use of brass eyelets. Available now at Restir.

adidas Forum Mid Crazy Light

adidas Originals continues with the modern update of some of its icons with the release of the Forum Mid Crazy Light. Featuring some of the iconic sensibilities of the original Forum, it now features a new lightweight makeover in-line with some of its basketball performance stylings. A vibrant Electricity colorway as well as a more understated black version are available now at select retailers as well as adidas.

May 2011 VOGUE ITALIA Pays Tribute To BLACK BEAUTIES

 
The May 2011 issue of Vogue Italia features a tribute to Black Beauties photographed by Ellen von Unwerth.  On the heels of last year's "Black Issue" Vogue Italia continues to set trends when it comes to Black beauty.  See the pics inside...

The "Tribute to Black Beauties" spread stars stunning black models Jeneil Williams, Cici Ali, Ubah Hassan, Gayle McDonald, Kelly Moreira, Jae Childs, R'el Dade, Jasmine Tookas, Lily Taylor and Ariel Meredith.  And the shoot was styled by Giulio Martinelli.
Fashion editor Claire Sulmers wrote the text that accompanies the article which reads:

With bright eyes peering out under deliciously curled lashes, cheekbones and jawbones contoured as if chiseled from sharp stone, full noses, and sumptuously lush lips, black women are unquestionably beautiful.
A tribute is due to the woman whose skin tone ranges from alabaster to mahogany to smooth onyx, who can flawlessly carry any makeup look—from gold dusted lids to fuchsia blush to ripe purple and pink glosses. These pages pay homage to the versatile woman whose hair can oscillate from a tightly coiled and coifed Afro, to sleek layers, to a slicked back pixie cut in a matter of minutes. To the divine woman whose enviably full lips, strong, white teeth, and delightful smile have been known to electrify the hearts of many. To the siren whose smooth, velvety skin blocks the sun yet remains supple and unblemished with the passage of time.
Variable and diverse, black beauty escapes simple classification. But no matter the incarnation—whether the color of molasses, café au lait, bronze, tan, or tinged like desert sand—black beauties radiate with poise and multidimensional splendor.

The pics are all types of FABULOUS.  And I love the fact they showcased gorgeous models who don't necessarily have worldwide-known names.  Why don't more American magazines follow in the footsteps of Italian Vogue?  Hmmm...

Alicia Keys Talks Swizzy & Egypt Dean On Double Covers For ESSENCE's June 2011 Issue

In her first cover story since she wed Swizz Beatz and popped out Baby Egypt Dean, 30-year-old Alicia Keys is opening up more than ever in the July 2011 issue of ESSENCE magazine.

Mrs. Keys-Beatz's covers and insight on wifehood, motherhood, and her decade long music career, when you read on....

Alicia's dropping her tenth anniversary deluxe and collector's editions of her first album, Songs in A Minor, this month.  It's my fave album of hers so I'll def be copping.  But as she's commemorating her decade long career, it's only right she lands the cover of the June 2011 issue.
ESSENCE says this is the most open she's ever been in an interview, so expect to get the first explanation as to how and why she and Swizzy got together, despite their marital circumstances, and how she's experiencing magical love with their baby boy.

On love: "Falling in love is such a force, but this is a whole other level of magic..."

On music, marriage and motherhood: "I was very closed for a long time. But I feel so open now. To feel open like this means you've found the center in yourself. You're not hiding; you're not worried about anything. Everything's going to be just fine."
On dedicating a song to her mom: "In the past, I've written mostly from my own perspective. But I just wrote a song for my next album that was inspired by a conversation I had with a man who was expressing how indebted he feels to God. He said, 'I owe God.' Now, what an interesting thought. And as much as I believe in God, for me that translated into how much I owe my mother for who I am. So I went home and I wrote I Owe You. It's dedicated to her…"

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Releases "God Bless The USA" Cover In Remembrance Of 9/11

Beyonce Knowles is showing her patriotic colors as she is set to release her cover of the American classic "God Bless The USA" today.  With President Obama traveling to the World Trade Center site today and after the recent death of Osama Bin Laden, both making today a day of remembrance of 9/11, it's the appropriate time.
"God Bless The USA" was originally recorded back in 1984 by country artist Lee Greenwood.  And the song has become the backdrop of American rememberance of the World Trade Center attacks on September 11, 2001.
And Texas native Beyonce, who first sang the song during President Obama's 2008 campaign, has recorded a studio version cover of the song.  It will be released on iTunes today, and will air on CNN's "Piers Morgan Tonight" this evening.
All proceeds from Beyonce's song will go to the New York Police and Fire Widows’ and Children’s Benefit Fund

HAPPY 22ND BIRTHDAY CHRIS BROWN!

Chris Brown celebrates his 22nd birthday today!  It's been a rollercoaster year of (very) highs and (very) lows for Mr. Brown, but he has remained consistent in putting out good music and loving his fans.  Deets inside....

Today, Chris Brown turns a whopping 22!  Over the past few years, he's had highs (lots of hit records, concert tours, dating Rihanna) and serious lows (dating Rihanna, smashing windows at GMA, and being public enemy #1), and now we're here.
He is back on the charts with his hit album F.A.M.E., a hit video for "She Ain't You," which he dedicated to the King Of Pop, and he seems to be in love again.
Have a Happy Happy Birthday Breezy.

HAPPY 22ND BIRTHDAY CHRIS!

LeBron James Endorses "Sheets" With Pitbull & Drake

NBA baller LeBron James has formed a holding company that will represent a new energy delivery system hitting the market soon.  And he's tapped Drake and Pitbull to help him endorse it.  Get the deets inside and see NeNe Leakes shopping at 7-Eleven inside....

Miami Heat star LeBron James has formed a new holding compnay named PureBrands with brand executives Warren Struhl, Jesse Itzler and Maverick Carter to promote a new energy delivery system called "Sheets" energy strips.
The Sheets are dissolvable, paper-thin strips that are placed on the tongue to dissolve and when digested, deliver hours of energy.  They have no calories, no carbohydrates, no sugar and require no water.

The product will be backed by a $10 million dollar marketing campaign featuring rappers Drake, Pitbull and basketball star Amar'e Stoudemire.
When asked about the product, LeBron said

“Taking a Sheet is part of my pre-game and halftime ritual.  I’ve tried tons of other products in the past and none compare. Sheets are a smart and convenient way to get energy.”

REVEALED! Nick & Mariah's Baby Names Are......

The wait is over.  Mariah and Nick Cannon have revealed the names of the brand new twin boy and girl who turn 1 week old on Saturday.  And trust...none of Mariah's followers on Twitter would have ever guessed this ish.

We've got the baby names AND the deets on the places and people who inspired the names, when you read on....
The Cannon's new baby boy is named Moroccan Scott Cannon.  And their baby girl is named Monroe Cannon.  Why....you ask?
The upper tier of Mariah's uber luxe Manhattan apartment is called the "Moroccan Room," and it happens to be where Nick proposed to her.  And Scott is Nick's middle name.
As for the twin baby girl, it's only right for her to be named after Mariah's idol--Marilyn Monroe.  No middle name for Monroe though, since mama MiMi doesn't have one either.
I guess little Moroccan can get ready for playdates with little Egypt Dean over at Alicia and Swizzy's crib.  Sigh.
At least one of the middle names aint "Butterfly" like I thought it would be.
Congrats again to the couple!
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Lil' Wayne, Drake & Serena Williams At The Celtics Vs. Heat Game

YBF celebs are in an NBA frenzy.  Whether it's L.A. with the Lakers or Miami with the Heat, they're living on the sidelines these days.  And when the Boston Celtics took on the Miami Heat last nigh tin Game 2, Drake, Lil' Wayne and Serena Williams were courtside.  See the pics inside...
Last night, the Boston Celtics took on the Miami Heat (and lost).  The Heat took the victory for Game 2 and now lead the series 2-0 with a (102-91) win.  And look who they had cheering them on.....

The bearded rapper Drake was there looking grown and sexy.

Drizzy sat courtside with his homie Lil' Wayne at the game.

Weezy is all over the radio right now on Jennifer Lopez's track "I'm Into You."

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Serena Williams was also at the game looking fabulous.  Fun times all around...

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Jay-Z Copped An Emmy Award + Birdman Cops An $8 Million Car?

Who's running awards?  Seems like Jay-Z is.  He just copped himself an Emmy.  We'll tell you how, plus details on Cash Money millionaire's Baby's new $8 millie car, when you read on....
Jay-Z snapped up a Sports Emmy for for Outstanding Music Composition/ Direction/ Lyrics for their renditions of "Run This Town" during last year's sporting events.  Jay-Z is named as a composer on his track that played before the Superbowl.

Congrats.  And speaking of Jay, his wife Beyonce and Bruno Mars have reportedly recorded vocals for a track that will appear on Jay & Kanye's upcoming Watch The Throne collabo album due out this summer.