Posted 12/2/11 2:52 pm EST by MTV News in Music News, Things That Aren't Hip-Hop ... But Are
Nicki Minaj is probably the only Barbie doll with multiple personalities—most notably her crazed alter-ego Roman Zolanski—and maybe that’s why Mattel decided to honor the rapper with a limited edition doll. The Nicki Minaj Barbie doll is a one-off item that will be auctioned off for charity. Read More...
Posted 12/2/11 7:30 am EST by MTV News in Music News, Things That Aren't Hip-Hop ... But Are
("Love & Hip-Hop's" Kimbella on meeting Fabolous' ex-girlfriend Emily B)
By Tamara Palmer
Despite the mother of his son being one of the show’s co-stars, don’t expect to catch Fabolous on Vh1’s "Love & Hip-Hop" series any time soon. The Brooklyn rapper arrived two days late for his radio interview with Angie Martinez on New York’s Hot 97 radio station, where he asserted his firm distaste for the program. “It’s just not my cup of tea,” he told Martinez. “It’s one side of what’s going on. I don’t bash it, but I’m not really in support of it, either. I don’t think it depicts me the way I am. It just depicts a one-sided version of what’s going on.” Read More...
Posted 11/30/11 3:03 pm EST by MTV News in Music News, Things That Aren't Hip-Hop ... But Are
By Nadeska Alexis
More than a few luxury brands can thank rappers for introducing their goods to new demographics and Versace is certainly among them. In The Fader’s December/January issue, Italian designer Dontella Versace gives a shout out to the Notorious B.I.G. for sporting her clothing and sharing his passion for the brand with his fans. In her interview Donatella calls the Brooklyn-born rapper “amazing,” explaining that she’d encountered him at several of her European fashion shows. Read More...
Posted 11/29/11 2:12 pm EST by MTV News in Things That Aren't Hip-Hop ... But Are
After suffering from a stroke in late October, comedian Patrice O’Neal died on Tuesday (November 29) at the age of 41. The Boston-born entertainer was famous for his work on TV shows that include Chappelle's Show, The Office, Tough Crowd with Colin Quinn, and most recently, his September appearance on Comedy Central's Roast of Charlie Sheen. O’Neal's booking agent, Matt Frost, released a statement on his death this morning. Read More...
Posted 11/28/11 11:11 pm EST by MTV News in Things That Aren't Hip-Hop ... But Are
(Yandy and Kimbella on meeting the girls )
The third episode of VH1’s Love & Hip-Hop 2 premiered on Monday night (November 28) and just three weeks in, it’s already becoming a bit difficult to keep track of the arguments. (A rough recap: Chrissy vs. Yandy, Emily B vs. Kimbella, Jim Jones vs. Yandy, Yandy vs. Chrissy). After all the arguing, no beefs were resolved this week, leaving Kimbella to hash out her issues with both Chrissy and Emily B on next week’s episode. But despite all of the drama that’s unfolded, Kimbella tells MTV News that she joined the cast hoping for “unity.” Read More...
Posted 11/25/11 10:00 pm EST by MTV News in Things That Aren't Hip-Hop ... But Are
Dance For You, Beyoncé from on Vimeo.
By Rob Markman
Talk about planned parenthood. Mommy-to-be, Beyoncé is making sure that she is giving fans all that she can before she gives birth next year. On Friday, Bey released another video from her 4 album, this time for the LP’s deluxe edition bonus cut “Dance For You.” The sexy, film noir inspired clip plays out like a 1940’s Hollywood crime drama as beautiful Bey struts into a detective’s office, heels clicking, wearing a short trench and black stockings held up by a garter belt. Read More...
Posted 11/23/11 3:43 pm EST by MTV News in Things That Aren't Hip-Hop ... But Are
On Monday night’s (November 21) episode of Vh1’s Love & Hip-Hop 2, Jim Jones’ publicist, Yandy Smith, attempted to squash the beef between Chrissy Lampkin and Kimbella by forcing an apology--but that only made things worst. After insisting that Chrissy apologize, Yandy managed to cause even more tension with her response to “Psychotic,” the diss song that Jones’ mother aimed at Chrissy in the season’s first episode. After gifting Chrissy with a book bearing instructions on how to be a better daughter-in-law, Yandy made the mistake of dancing to “Psychotic” in a club and now, episode three will find her facing the wrath of Chrissy. Read More...
Posted 11/21/11 11:02 pm EST by MTV News in Things That Aren't Hip-Hop ... But Are
(Yandy Smith on dealing with the family drama)
By Nadeska Alexis
On the second episode of VH1’s Love & Hip-Hop 2, cast members are still dealing with fallout from the brawl between Chrissy Lampkin and Juelz Santana’s girlfriend Kimbella. While Lampkin is worried that the fight will affect Jim Jones' relationship with his Dipset brother, Yandy Smith is worried about the interests of all parties involved (especially since they write her paychecks). Yandy admits to MTV News that as Jim Jones' manager, her job often finds her in the middle of sticky situations. The most recent of which, was the drama surrounding Mama Jones' diss track for Chrissy, called "Psychotic." Read More...
Posted 11/17/11 3:11 pm EST by D.L. Chandler in Music News, Things That Aren't Hip-Hop ... But Are
The 1995 stoner comedy flick Friday was the first foray into screenwriting for budding rapper-turned-actor Ice Cube, who worked with longtime collaborator DJ Pooh to create a cult classic that essentially jump started the film career of comedian Chris Tucker. Now, according to Ice Cube, a fourth installation of the popular Friday series is on its way. Read More...
Posted 11/16/11 3:21 pm EST by MTV News in Music News, Things That Aren't Hip-Hop ... But Are
(Kimbella talks fight with Chrissy Lampkin)
On the season premiere of Love & Hip-Hop, the fight between Chrissy Lampkin and Kimbella Vanderhee was triggered by an ill-timed revelation. But even before that showdown, one of Kimbella’s outfits proved to be a source of comedy for the crew. Juelz Santana’s girlfriend is initially introduced to the returning cast members at Yandy Smith’s jewelry party, where she sports a revealing pair of denim shorts that Chrissy immediately dubs, “jean panties.” When MTV News caught up with Kimbella this week, she said that she wore those jean panties “very well.” Read More...
