Young Jeezy Talks About “Death Before Dishonor”

Jeezy spoke with MTV News earlier today to deny that he was taking shots at RickOfficer Ross on his new track, “Death Before Dishonor”. He also spoke about his upcoming mixtape, 1000 Grams & explains that all of the songs are over other rapper’s tracks.

“It’s not a dis,” Jizzle told MTV News via phone from ATL. “First of all, I’m not gonna get nothing out of dissing that guy. That’s one. What am I gonna get out of dissing him? I think sometimes people can read into things too deep. They trippin’ man. They crazy out there. Basically, if homie takes that as a dis, he’s insecure, and anybody else out there who does, they are insecure.
Young also described Ross’ “(B.M.F.)” as “dope” and said he was bound to jump on the record one way or another, either officially or through the mixtape circuit, which he ultimately did. On 1,000 Grams, Vol. 1 he also flips Soulja Boy’s “Pretty Boy Swag” into “Dope Boy Swag” and Kanye West’s “Power” into the record & #8212; so aptly titled for the #1 Trap Star & #8212; “Powder.” Records by the Clipse and Young Money also get their instrumentals borrowed for the tape.

Gucci Mane – Makin Love To The Money [Trailer]

Papa Reu & Z-Ro – Put It In The Air (Remix)

Fantasia Overdosed On Aspirin And Sleep Aid, Manager Says

Hours after reports surfaced that former "American Idol" champ Fantasia Barrino was admitted to a North Carolina hospital for a drug overdose after an apparent suicide attempt, Barrino's father and manager have said the singer is already on the road to recovery.

"She's doing fine," Joseph Barrino told RadarOnline.com from his home in Greensboro, North Carolina.

Manager Brian Dickens confirmed reports that the cause of Barrino's overdose was due to her ingesting too much medication, a combination of aspirin and a sleep aid.

"Her injuries are not life-threatening. She was dehydrated and exhausted at the time," Dickens told People magazine. "Fantasia is stable now. She will be released from the hospital soon."

The incident is said to be part of an ongoing investigation, and it comes just after Barrino was named in a court filing alleging that she was having an affair with Antwaun Cook, a married man. Last week, Cook's wife Paula filed court documents that allege that her husband and Barrino began a "covert adulterous affair" in August 2009 and that the two made a sex tape, which led to the couple's divorce. Barrino denied that she was responsible.

Late Monday evening, local authorities were called to a home in the Glynmoor Lakes neighborhood of Charlotte, North Carolina, after Dickens reported that something was wrong with the former Broadway star. According to police sources, the officers who arrived on the scene found Barrino in a closet. The fomer "Idol" champ was immediately taken to Mercy South Hospital at Carolinas Medical Center in Pineville, North Carolina.

Fantasia Hospitalized After Apparent Suicide Attempt

Season-three "American Idol" winner Fantasia Barrino has been hospitalized in North Carolina for a drug overdose after an apparent suicide attempt, WBTV reports.

The CBS affiliate cites a police report filed with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg precinct, in which officers were notified late Monday evening by Barrino's manager, Brian Dickens, that something was wrong with the former "Color Purple" star.

According to the police sources, the officers who arrived on the scene reportedly found Barrino in the closet of a home in the Glynmoor Lakes neighborhood. The fomer "Idol" champ was immediately taken to Mercy South Hospital at Carolinas Medical Center in Pineville, North Carolina.

The police report classified Burrino's condition as a "suicide/overdose" and described Barrino as having suffered "possible internal injuries" after she ingested too much medication. The incident is said to be part of an ongoing investigation. A rep for Barrino did not respond to requests for comment at press time.

Barrino was her usual sweet and spunky self when she talked to MTV News last month about the release of her video for "Bittersweet." She spoke proudly of having taken control of creative and directorial decisions during the shoot and enjoying her handsome co-star, Washington Redskins wide receiver Devin Thomas.

"I enjoyed myself, let's just put it like that," Burrino said. "I had a great time. ... He was really nice, which made it a lot easier."

The 25-year-old's post-"Idol" career has had its highs and lows. Burrino's album sales have not met those of other "Idol" alumni, and in 2009, she battled rumors that her home was in foreclosure and Simon Cowell had to bail her out. However, her reality show, "Fantasia for Real," which premiered earlier this year, was a hit for VH1, and a second season is scheduled to start September 19.

On Set Of Tyga’s “I’m On It” (Feat Lil Wayne) Video Shoot

Check out these great quality pictures from on the set of Tyga’s “I’m On It” video shoot featuring Lil Wayne. You can see Tyga, Weezy, Juelz Santana, Drake, Lil Chuckee, Lil Twist, NO Capo and Trell. Hit the jump for the rest of the pics, and you can watch the official music video here if you missed it. Shouts to Derick G!

B.M.F.F. (Bring Me Food Fast)” Rick Ross Parody

Man Sued For Impersonating Drake's Manager and Booking Fake Shows

A man from Milwaukee, Wisconsin is being sued for posing as the manager of Lil Wayne and Drake to dupe promoters out of thousands of dollars. 

According to a complaint filed by Eagles Entertainment Inc. in Milwaukee County Court, the defendant, Joey Turner Jr. (aka Jo Flowroshus), impersonated Cortez Bryant to book Canadian rapper Drake. 

Turner allegedly contacted Eagles Entertainment and misrepresented himself, by claiming that he was Cortez Bryant

He told Eagle Entertainment that Drake's asking fee was $90,000 and collected a $9,000 deposit, for a show that was supposed to take place September 1st in MilwaukeeWisconsin. 

"In making his statements said defendant knew that said statements and misrepresentations of defendant were in fact false and intentionally fraudulent," lawyers for Eagles Entertainment said in the lawsuit. 

In February, Drake addressed a string of organized, fake bookings that were concentrated in the South. In all instances, a man posed as Cortez Bryant and took deposits for phony shows. 


“It has been brought to my attention that false promoters and booking agents are illegally using my name and likeness to promote concerts and club appearances for their own financial gain,” Drake told AllHipHop.com. “It is frustrating for me to hear that many of my fans, who like myself are innocent victims in these scams, have been misled due to the greed of these promoters,” Drake stated. “I apologize to any fan that has been a victim of these circumstances or feels let down by false advertising.”

Eagles Entertainment is seeking a total of $27,000 in damages, plus lawyer and court costs. 

Drake's bookings are handled by International Creative Management (ICM).

Death Of A Pop Star Gets A Release Date

9th Wonder and David Banner finally announced November 9th as the release for their joint album,Death Of A Pop Star. The project’s next single will feature Ludacris on a song entitled, “Be With You.” Will you be there?

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Jadakiss To Oversee Bow Wow Album