NEWS

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Outkast Prepares Movie & New Album

Universal Pictures has acquired worldwide distribution rights to HBO Films??€� untitled original motion picture musical starring OutKast, it was announced today.
OutKast??€�s Andr?© 3000 and Big Boi both star in the film, which will feature new songs from the duo??€�s next album, which will be a soundtrack album.
Bryan Barber, the award-winning director and longtime OutKast music video collaborator, makes his feature film directing debut on the film. The film??€�s soundtrack will feature all new songs by OutKast and will be released on LaFace/Zomba Label Group in the fourth quarter of 2005. Universal Pictures will wide release the film in 2006.

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Listen To "Rush Da Security" Right Here! (piesa e relativ... OK)

Reggie Noble's brand new single takes aim at the mean-muggin' security and you can check it out right here. Don't forget to keep an eye out for the video coming real soon and the new album Red Gone Wild, dropping this November! And if you haven't yet, hit up the photos section to check out some exclusive behind the scenes pics from the set now.

New Release Date For Red Gone Wild: November 15th!

Just a heads up to all Reggie Noble fans out there - the Funk Doc's brand new album featuring the new single "Rush Da Security" is now tentatively scheduled to drop November 15th. So make sure to update all your calendars, PDA's, websites, blogs and all that good stuff cause Red Gone Wild is coming at you real soon! Keep checking back with defjam.com for more info as it comes in.

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LA Symphony Album Reminder/Show - September 14, 2005

In honor of their new album dropping on October 4th, join the collective, L.A. Symphony, on September 30th at the Knitting Factory for a special live performance. They are gearing up for the release of their new album Disappear Here, out on Gotee Records. The lead single "Timeless" was produced by Evidence of Dilated Peoples and features DJ Rhettmatic of the World Famous Beat Junkies. Rhettmatic will be at the event, as will underground Hip-Hop icons like Scarab (of Living Legends), Deux Process, Penuckle, and Dr. Oop. LA Symphony has built a following with their positive lyrical style and a sound that effortlessly mixes pop and underground. Their mix of credibility and enjoyability has propelled them to open for acts such as Black Eyed Peas, Jurassic 5, Xzibit and more.

So, don't forget, Friday, September 30th at The Knitting Factory located at 7021 Hollywood Blvd, Suite 209 at 10PM!

Here's the tracklist for the album along with the First single, "Timeless"

01. Finland Intro
02. Timeless (Produced by Evidence w/ DJ Rhettmatic)
03. Put Up Or Shut Up
04. Money Song
05. Dance Like
06. Funky Music
07. Hold On
08. C'est La Vie (feat. Tonex)
09. Grand Piano
10. Give
11. Pops Song
12. Less Than Zero
13. Rise
14. Don't Call Me

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yeay, someone who did His Thing with an '89 Swing > Egon!

The Third Unheard Vol. 2 12" EP with 1989-era hip hop from Tootskee & Czar MC and Lonnie O

> http://www.stonesthrow.com/3rd/
> http://www.stonesthrow.com/records/sth2118.html

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'I Declare War!' Jay-Z Says He's Going To Air Some Rappers Out Onstage - Shaheem Reid - mtv.com

Some people have rubbed the president of Def Jam the wrong way ??€� and we might just be hearing another "Takeover" in a little over a month. Jay-Z was on New York radio station Power 105.1 on Thursday afternoon and said that he is ready to take it to the battlefield.

"I declare war!" Jay said. Hov told radio personality Ed Lover that he's been hearing some rappers talking greasy about him and he is going to "air them out" onstage.

Doomsday ??€� at least for some ??€� is scheduled for October 27 at the Continental Airlines Arena in East Rutherford, New Jersey. That's when Power 105 is staging its Power House concert, for which it's turned the reins over to Jay for another Jay-Z and Friends outing. Last year, as the Best of Both Worlds tour with R. Kelly crumbled (see "Jay-Z, R. Kelly Part Ways as Best Of Both Worlds Tour Collapses"), the rapper called on some of his homies, like Diddy, Ja Rule, Busta Rhymes and Mary J. Blige, to perform with him on a string of dates.

"I got a lot of records," Hov told Lover. "I'm getting the itch. I need to see the people. It's time for a good show in New York City ... I gotta flip on some people."

Jay said that despite his track record, some rappers are "hard-headed" and "not too many people make it out of the figure-four leg lock. I gotta put 'em in the choke hold, the Boston crab. I gotta smash a couple of people. ... Everybody better make up and be my friend."

Hov was sure to note that his battle raps are just going to be the icing on the cake ??€� his first priority is to give the fans a great show.

Jersey's Power House isn't going to be Jay's last stage stop. One day later, radio station Power 99 in Philadelphia is throwing its own Power House show, which is going to be another Jay-Z and Friends concert. Hov isn't letting it out of the bag just who will be on his guest list for either show, but Young Jeezy says we shouldn't be surprised if he pops up. A couple of sources close to Jay also say that the two Power House shows may not be the last Jay-Z-headlined concerts we see this year.

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Kanye Wests mum shocked on how much he spends on porn ( )

Thursday, September 15, 2005
by Dave D.

Kanye West was left red-faced recently when his mother discovered how much money he spends on pornography. He told In Touch magazine: "I was an English major and she was head of the department, now she is my manager, and that can be tricky sometimes."

"She's like: 'Kanye, did you spend $500 at the porn store?'"

He added: "Come on, get the f*** out of here! I'm 28 years old and I have to explain to my mother?"

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HAHAHAHAHAAH......Mai de mult era un articol ca nu il lasa ma'sa sa nu se puna cu ce fata vrea el...ca trebuie s'o aduca la mami s'o vada...

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Vancouver Hosts Second International Hip Hop Film Festival 9/12/05



The stage is set for the second annual Vancouver International Hip Hop Film Festival from September 14th to September 18th. There will be a screening of the best independent hip-hop films/documentaries worldwide before public release. VIHF attendees will view exclusive footage from &quotFreestyle: The Art of Rhyme", the untold story behind legendary battles such as Supernatural vs. Craig G., Freestyle Fellowship, Juice, Planet Asia, Wordsworth and many more. The exclusive screening will also feature the only surviving footage of the legendary Tupac and B.I.G. freestyle! Kaikoo, a documentary featuring DMC 2002 champion DJ Kentaro, and DJ Baku will cover the Tokyo underground hip-hop scene. Attendees will witness &quotTragedy: The Story of Queensbridge", which chronicles the rich hip-hop legacy of the world's largest housing projects through the eyes of former Juice Crew MC Tragedy, the Intelligent Hoodlum. The list of films scheduled for screening is available at VIHF.com

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KRS, Ras Kass, & Dead Prez Lay It Down For New Orleans 9/8/05





Legendary MC's KRS-One and Ras Kass will be joined by the hip-hop revolutionary group Dead Prez as they tear down the stage Saturday, Sept. 10th at the Parking Lot Prophets venue in downtown Los Angeles. A portion of the proceeds are set to be donated to The Hurricane Kartina Relief Fund. Dead Prez will also feature a special guest performance by RBG's &quotP.O.W. and More" Project. The revolutionary but gangsta MC's recently made other headlines by sponsoring the Big Payback Emcee contest in conjunction with group member Stic.Man's release of his sophomore book, 'The Art of Emceeing'. The book features tips on live performances, effective lyric writing, and recording techniques.

[Deena]

Keith Murray Working on New Album

After a long hiatus (and a few Mobb Deep disses), Def Squad member Keith Murray is back, currently putting the finishing touches on his next album titled 'Beautifully Ugly', to be released on Koch Records.
The album will be executive-produced by Erick Sermon, the green eyed bandit will also be part of the guests as well as Def Squad's Redman.
Will Redman's album is supposed to be released by the end of the year (the single 'Rush the Security' has recently been leaked), Keith Murray's LP is scheduled for 2006.
It's not impossible either that a Def Squad album sees the light of the day...

[Deena]

BLACKALICIOUS - "THE CRAFT" - CD/2LP


Sept. 27 Streetdate. Latest full-length release from original Solesides/Quannum crew made up of producer Chief Xcel and emcee Gift of Gab finds them back on the indy tip, courtesy of Quannum Projects/Epitaph/Anti imprints. Includes guest appearances from Lateef The Truth Speaker, Pigeon John, Natalie Stewart, Lyrics Born, Lifesavas, PEACE, George Clinton, and more. This beautifually packaged digipak includes full lyrics for every song.

[Deena]

DJ JAZZY JEFF - "THE SOUL MIXTAPE" - CD



Sept. 27 Streetdate. Mellow mix from the legendary DJ Jazzy Jeff, featuring a mix of neo-soul and hip-hop artists, including 16 tracks mixed by Jeff himself. Includes cuts from Martin Luther (The Roots), Ladybug Mecca, Pete Rock, Dwele, DJ Jazzy Jeff, Angie Stone, Eijay, Josephne Sincere, Michael Bohannon, Kelli Sae, LaSonya Gunter, Demien, AKA Soulo, Leela James, Vee, Valencia Robinson, and Omar.

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On Monday morning (September 19), rapper Lil' Kim was assigned to a federal detention center just outside Philadelphia, where she began serving a 366-day sentence stemming from her conviction in March on three counts of perjury and conspiring
to lie to a grand jury. "Today begins a new saga in my life which I expect to strengthen me and allow me time for reflection," she said in a statement. "I am blessed to have so many great things in my life ??€� family, friends and God. All will be in my thoughts daily. I plan to write music while in prison, read and pray regularly and will come out a stronger, more confident woman." The statement goes on to mention how her fourth album, The Naked Truth, hits stores on September 27, and ends with Kim thanking her fans for "their thoughts and prayers." ...

The tracklist for Lil' Kim - The Naked Truth is as follows:

01. Intro
02. Spell Check
03. Lighters Up
04. Shut Up B**** Intro
05. Shut Up B****
06. Whoa
07. Slippin
08. Answering Machine Skit 1
09. All Good
10. I Know You See Me
11. W.P.I.M.P
12. Quiet (Featuring The Game)
13. Durty
14. Answering Machine Skit 2
15. We Don't Give A F*** (Featuring Bun B. and Twista)
16. Gimme That (Featuring Maino)
17. Kitty Box
18. Kronik (Featuring Snoop Dogg)
19. Winners and Losers
20. Get Yours (Featuring T.I. and Shamel)
21. Last Day

[preacher]

now she'll get all the dick she wanted ...

[Deena]

Alicia Keys & MTV Debut Next Generation of 'Unplugged'
Tuesday September 20, 3:14 pm ET
J Records Artist Alicia Keys Releases Highly Anticipated 'Alicia Keys Unplugged' CD & DVD on October 11th


NEW YORK, Sept. 20 /PRNewswire/ -- MTV will debut the next generation of its popular live performance series, "Unplugged," by hosting the incomparable Alicia Keys. Filmed and recorded on July 14th at the Brooklyn Academy of Music, the unforgettable acoustic performance features a full set of Keys' most acclaimed music, along with several new songs exclusive to her "Unplugged" performance. Keys is joined on the album and DVD by musical counterparts Common, Mos Def, Damian Marley and Adam Levine (Maroon 5) for several memorable collaborations. The Alicia Keys Unplugged album and DVD will hit stores on October 11th. MTV will air Alicia Keys Unplugged on Friday, September 23rd at 10pm ET/PT.

"It's an honor to step into the spotlight of the MTV Unplugged concert series and share in the legacy that MTV has created with previously great Unplugged performances," said Alicia Keys. "This MTV Unplugged is such an amazing and eclectic musical experience which enabled me to arrange the songs with a new perspective, express myself musically, and connect with my fans on a different level then ever before. It's an honor that MTV is bringing back Unplugged for me and I can't wait for you to hear these new songs! You're going to love them."

"Unbreakable," the lead single on the Alicia Keys Unplugged album has already hit the radio to rave reviews and was the #1 most added song at Urban Mainstream and Urban Adult formats last week. The "Unbreakable" video is in heavy rotation on MTV, MTV2, MTV Hits and MTV Jams. Also look for Keys on MTV's TRL (Sept. 22nd) and performances of "Unbreakable" on Good Morning America (Nov. 11th), David Letterman (Nov. 10th), and The View (Nov. 12th).

Aside from the album, Keys is currently collaborating on a film project with Oscar winner Halle Berry and will star in an upcoming feature film entitled "Smokin' Aces" along with Jeremy Piven, slated for release in 2006.

In 2005, TIME magazine named Keys one of "The Most Influential People In The World." At age of 24, Keys is already a nine time Grammy Award winning artist whose debut album Songs In A Minor went on to sell more than 10 million copies. Keys' critically acclaimed follow-up album, The Diary of Alicia Keys, has already sold over 7 million copies worldwide. Recently, she also completed a sold out national 32-city tour and still had time to author a New York Times best selling book called Tears for Water. Not only is she an extraordinary musician and best selling author and ingenious producer, Keys is also a humanitarian and philanthropist. As one of the Ambassadors for the charity Keep A Child Alive, she has raised funds and awareness to provide lifesaving AIDS/HIV medicines to children in Africa.

MTV's "Unplugged" concert series first debuted in 1989 showcasing popular musical artists playing acoustically in an intimate setting. The series is credited with starting an "acoustic revolution" among musicians, bringing acoustic instruments and arrangements back into the musical mainstream. Unplugged has received critical acclaim, spotlighting artists including Eric Clapton, who won six Grammys including Album of the Year for his performance, Nirvana who won Best Alternative Album Grammy for their Unplugged appearance, and Tony Bennett whose performance earned him Album of the Year honors. Other performers include Bob Dylan, Lauryn Hill, Neil Young, Alice in Chains, Alanis Morissette, LL Cool J, Mariah Carey, and now Alicia Keys.

Source: J Records