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Famous as :
RapperBirth Name :
Jayceon Terell TaylorBirth Date :
November 29, 1979Birth Place :
Compton, California, USAClaim to fame :
Album "The Documentary" (2005)
The Game Reportedly Dropping 'The' From His Stage Name
October 23, 2009 11:10:33A correct reference to Jayceon Terrell Taylor's stage name is no longer The Game because the rapper has dropped word "The", so it has been reported by dubcnn.com. No explanation behind the removal is shared by the online publication though. Also, The Game himself hasn't released a statement concerning that matter.
In addition to the rumored change of the stage name, The Game is also said to have pushed back his new album "The R.E.D. Album" from December 1 to December 8. Two new singles from the upcoming record are expected to be debuted as early as next week.
The Game's New Album to Arrive on December 1
October 14, 2009 02:10:53The Game's upcoming studio project entitled "The R.E.D. Album" has got a release date. The rapper will release the follow-up to his 2008 effort "L.A.X." across United States on December 1, according to Rap-Up.
If the report is true, The Game will go head-to-head with Alicia Keys who is also set to bring out her new album "The Element of Freedom" on that particular day. There will also be R. Kelly's "Untitled" joining the two on a competition for the highest rank on Billboard Hot 200.
The Game Is Ready to Have Song Battle With Jay-Z
July 24, 2009 04:07:49In response to Jay-Z's calling him groupie, The Game fires back at the husband of Beyonce Knowles, saying he is ready for song battle. "If Jay responds with a song, it'll be on his album because he's a pretty smart dude, witty, and he knows it'll benefit him more to put it on 'The Blueprint', if and when he does, just be on the lookout for '400 Bars' ...I'm a really put my pen on the paper and really strike a match," he stated.
"There's one thing about Jay man, let's not confuse who it is we're talking about," The Game said in a phone interview with 103 Jams. "This dude is real slick, real witty and I never hated on his legacy or his old music but this new, everything he putting out to date is just trash."
The Game Seeking 'Dopest' Rappers to Form New Group
July 16, 2009 02:07:34The Game has announced on his Twitter that he is going to form a new rap group called The Goon Squad. The rap mogul is now in "a world-wide search for the dopest MC's ... Male & Female to form the new group."
Those who are interested to become The Game's entourage can submit their demos to mygoonsquad@gmail.com. "Don't forget to include 3 photos of yourself & your best record or freestyle. you got 1 shot ! all demos & music will be listened to 'once'," the rapper wrote.
The Game, Potential B.A. Depicter in 'The A-Team'
July 02, 2009 04:07:15Casting is underway for the big screen adaptation of '80s TV series "The A-Team", and The Game's name has been thrown as one of the potential cast members. According to Black Film, the 29-year-old rapper who has received two Grammy nominations is among the leading candidates to take on the role of B.A. Baracus.
If he secures the part originated by Mr. T on the television show, it is plausible that he will share screen with other potential actors, Liam Neeson, who is rumored to star as John "Hannibal" Smith, and Bradley Cooper who is linked to Lt. Templeton "Faceman" Peck. The Game joins the list of actors speculated to fill B.A.'s shoes, including Common and Ice Cube.
P. Diddy, Chris Brown and Others Release Michael Jackson Tribute Song
June 27, 2009 09:06:11A day after Michael Jackson passed away, P. Diddy wastes no time to join fellow singers and record a tribute song titled "Better on the Other Side" for the late King of Pop. Among other stars who lend their vocals on the track are The Game, Usher, Chris Brown, Mario Winans and Boyz II Men.
"Who's Michael Jackson?/ You're Michael Jackson/ I'm Michael Jackson/ We all Michael Jackson," Game raps on the song's line. "I guess what I'm asking is/ Everybody bow their head/ For a legend, don't breathe for a second."
TV Winners List of 40th Annual NAACP Image Awards
February 13, 2009 11:02:46Honoring the contribution of people of color in arts, NAACP Image Awards have handed out its trophies to variable TV shows like "Grey's Anatomy", "The Young and the Restless" and "American Idol". The biggest winner however, was "Tyler Perry's House of Payne" which scored Comedy Series, Actor, Supporting Actor and Supporting Actress altogether.
Apart from nabbing the Outstanding Drama Series, "Grey's Anatomy" also took home Outstanding Actress in Drama Series through Chandra Wilson. Its spin-off "Private Practice" meanwhile, grabbed the Supporting Actor in Drama Series through Taye Diggs.
Video Premiere: The Game's 'Camera Phone' Feat. Ne-Yo
December 06, 2008 01:12:32A music video directed by Kevin Connolly of HBO's "Entourage" to support The Game's Ne-Yo-featuring single "Camera Phone" has arrived. Filmed in a Los Angeles' nightclub, it features The Game and Ne-Yo popping champagne in a VIP room surrounded by women. Ne-Yo even gets up close and personal with Cheryl Burke of "Dancing with the Stars".
"It's fun because the turnaround is quick. You shoot it, you edit that week, and a week later Game will have his video. It's amazing," Kevin commented on her contribution in the video. "I just want to make this different than anything he's [The Game] ever done," he added.
Video Premiere: The Game's 'My Life' Feat. Lil Wayne
August 16, 2008 09:08:29The Game has just made a full world premiere for a music video to promote his third single "My Life", a single which will appear in his upcoming third studio album titled "L.A.X.". Rapper Lil Wayne has lent his vocals to the single. This song started to be air played on July 22 but was leaked in early July. The full album will not be stored to the market until August 26.
The Game's video was filmed on July 23 and directed by motion picture director Bryan Barber, who has also directed Christina Aguilera's "Ain't No Other Man" video. "My Life" video takes place in a graveyard of Compton. Lil Wayne is among the guest appearances, which also include Cool & Dre, Young Buck, and Birdman. The video mostly carries mournful themes, one of which is about losing someone.
The Game's 'My Life' Video Sneak Peek
August 15, 2008 09:08:42The Game has just given his fans a sneak peek for his music video. The video is an effort to promote the rapper's brand new single "My Life" which features Lil Wayne, from upcoming third set "L.A.X." which will be released on August 26. The fifty-seconds sneak peek is plotted as a tell-all movie. It shows the rise and fall of the rapper's life, which helped him change his life. Some scenes show a horrid incident in which some people die on the road.
The sneak peek will be fully premiered on FNMTV on Friday, August 15, along with Solange Knowles' video for "Sandcastle Disco" taken from her latest album "SoL-AngeL and the Hadley St. Dreams", which has just been released in late June. At the same time, group band Gym Class Heroes will also release video for their latest tune "Cookie Jar" which is taken from upcoming LP "The Quilt", due out in early September.
Official Tracklisting of The Game's 'L.A.X' Leaked
August 09, 2008 02:08:40The Game's fans don't have to wait any longer to find out more of his upcoming third studio album "L.A.X". Its official tracklisting has been leaked, showing that the full album will carry as many as nineteen tracks.
"Game's Pain" in which he will collaborate with Keyshia Cole is his first single. It contains vocal sample of "Eleanor Rigby" by The Beatles. Furthermore, it is then followed by second single "Dope Boys" which features Travis Barker as a guest star. Meanwhile, his third single will be "My Life" featuring Lil Wayne.
Video Premiere: The Game's 'Dope Boys' Ft. Travis Barker (Uncensored Ver.)
July 25, 2008 03:07:42The new and official music video from The Game for his latest single "Dope Boys" has streamed. The new video, which was directed by Matt Alonzo, was leaked by Skee TV and it is the uncensored version of the official video.
Just like the song on the video the rapper also featured renown drummer Travis Barker, who was seen playing the drum parts in a building. It seems that the video is being set to give a vivid description of the song's title as it sees the rapper and his friends smoking weed and collecting drugs.
The Game Eyes Collaboration With Amy Winehouse
July 16, 2008 10:07:00Despite all of the recent troubles she's been having, it seems that Amy Winehouse's persona has never stopped catching the eyes of other musicians. The latest one that stated an admiration for the British singer is rapper The Game, who said that he would love to record a song with her.
The rapper revealed that he wants to do the duet with Amy just before he steps down from the music industry to focus more on her family and become a hip-hop mogul. Confirming his plan to collaborate with the troubled singer, Game told the press, "Me and Amy Winehouse would be dope. I think we could probably win a Grammy together. I love her music. I think we need to do one big song."
The Game to Be a Rap Mogul After Retiring
July 07, 2008 02:07:06It looks like rapper The Game is already sure with his retirement plan and has already set his eyes on another music project after releasing his third album "L.A.X." on August 26. According to the latest news, Game plans to follow P. Diddy and Dr. Dre's footsteps and become a rap mogul.
Revealing his future plan to the press, in his recent statement, the rapper said, "I've been spending 100 per cent of my time being Game, so I haven't been able to focus on my producers and my artists, so this year I'm gonna get it crackin'... the same way Dre, Quincy Jones and Diddy do it (sic) - by being a rap mogul." Moreover he also added, "There are a lot of ways to keep hip-hop alive without being an artist. I don't have to be vocal to make it happen."
The Game Challenges Fans to Design Him a New Tattoo
June 18, 2008 03:06:52Has pushed back the release date of his third studio album, "L.A.X.", from July 8 to July 22, The Game already planned a celebration to mark the release of the LP, getting a new tattoo. Instead of designing himself or asking the tattooist do design one for him, the hip hop artist is asking fans to design him one.
The tattoo should be inspired by the album's title, it's been claimed. Some tattoo image ideas have been posted on The Game's page on imeem.com.
The Game Reveals Album Delays Reason, Speaks Retirement
June 13, 2008 02:06:46After having his new record "L.A.X."'s release date being re-scheduled twice within a week, The Game finally speaks up about the reason behind it. Speaking to the press, Game stated that the push back idea comes from his label, Interscope's president, Jimmy Iovine, saying, "Jimmy Iovine slammed the gavel. We was supposed to go on [July] 8th, but at this point, I really don't give a f**k when the album comes out."
Game also added that despite the record has now been pushed back to July 22, he believes that his fans would still have the patience to wait for it and adding that it will be the biggest record this year. "A week later, two weeks later, a month later, people [are] gonna wait on 'L.A.X.' 'cause it's probably the biggest record of the year. When it comes, it comes. Every time they push it back, I make sure to let everybody know," Game said.
The Game's 'L.A.X.' Release Date Pushed Back Again
June 09, 2008 01:06:17Another unpleasant news regarding The Game's new album surfaces again, stating that the release date for his "L.A.X." is being pushed back again. After having been re-scheduled to July 8, now the upcoming LP is having a new release date, which is on July 15.
It is for the second time that the rapper's new record has its date being pushed back after it was previously scheduled to hit the stores on June 24 before being re-scheduled to July 8. Having the same release date with G-Unit's "Terminate On Sight" was the reason behind the first pushed back, while for the second delay there is no explanation yet by either Game or his label.
The Game and Young Jeezy to Host Their Own Radio Shows
June 04, 2008 03:06:55A new project is set to be launched by two famous rappers The Game and Young Jeezy. Both of them reportedly will be debuting their own radio shows on XM radio this week. The new shows will feature the rappers as hosts who will play music and do interviews with other artists.
Although the upcoming project will have the same concept, both rappers will be hosting their own separate shows. Game's radio project will be called Black Wall Street Radio and set to debut on June 6 at 8 P.M. and from then on the show will air regularly on Friday at the same time. As for Jeezy, his program is being titled C.T.E. and will be first aired on June 7 at 6 P.M. After that debut, the show is being set to air regularly on Saturday.
Video Premiere: The Game's 'Game's Pain' Ft. Keyshia Cole
May 17, 2008 09:05:16After the behind the scenes of the clip was aired on-line earlier this week, The Game's official music video for "Game's Pain" has finally got premiered at Yahoo! Music on May 16. On the video that was directed by well-known director Dale "Rage" Resteghini, Game is accompanied by Keyshia Cole.
The single itself is being confirmed by the rapper as the first from his upcoming album "L.A.X.". On the lyrics, Game raps about his admiration to his hip-hop idols. On a recent interview with MTV, Game also explained the reason he taps Keyshia to join him on the single saying, "Me and Keyshia came up around the same time. We always wanted to get in the studio together but never had the chance because both our careers took off at the same time. She blew to superstar status on the R&B side. I blew up on the rap side. I knew she would come in and kill it. And she did."
Behind the Scenes: The Game's 'Games Pain' Ft. Keyshia Cole
May 15, 2008 04:05:39Behind the scene footages of The Game's upcoming music video for his latest single "Games Pain" featuring Keyshia Cole have been aired on WorldStarHipHop.com. The preview clip sees the rapper's activities on his video shoot set and also the appearance of Ice Cube, Raekwon, Three 6 Mafia and Big Daddy Kane.
The new clip is directed by Dale "Rage" Resteghini and will also feature Keyshia on it. It will officially get premiered at Yahoo! Music on May 16.
Video Premiere: The Game's '911 Is A Joke'
May 14, 2008 11:05:12A new music video from The Game has just been premiered on May 13. The clip was made for his new single titled "911 Is A Joke" which features Clyde Carson and The CMC.
The single reportedly will be included as one of the tracks on Game's upcoming LP "L.A.X." set to due on July 8. Although the song has already got a video premiere, the song is not the first single from the new set.
The Game Pays Tribute to His Favorite Artists in 'Pain'
May 07, 2008 04:05:12Rapper The Game recently has revealed some details about his upcoming album "L.A.X." and also about his new single "Pain". Game shared his story to MTV news while he was shooting the music video for his latest single.
About his upcoming album, to be released on July 8, the rapper said that the third album will be his step forward on becoming a hip-hop legend. "It's my third album," Game said to MTV. "I dropped the first album, classic. Came back with 'Doctor's Advocate', classic. Its number three on my road to being a hip-hop legend. All my favorite rappers are legends, and I want nothing more than to be considered among the top, elite MCs."
Both The Game and G-Unit's Albums Pushed Back
April 25, 2008 11:04:52It was reported that The Game's new album "L.A.X" was about to be pushed by 50 Cent to avoid the same release date with G-Unit's new album. Now it turned out that not just Game's album which is being pushed back but the Unit's "Terminate on Sight" will also face the same thing.
Both artists' label Interscope has decided to hold back the release date for the albums "L.A.X" is now scheduled for release on July 8, while "Terminate on Sight" will hit the stores on July 1. Game has confirmed the new release date for his upcoming album saying, "I will drop my album on July 8 in order to clean up the mess 50 made with his new release on July 1. I thank all my fans for their support on the new single 'Pain' featuring Keyshia Cole."
50 Cent to Push Back The Game's Album Release Date
April 22, 2008 03:04:31Having the same release date with his group G-Unit's album, 50 Cent decides to push back the release for The Game's new album "L.A.X." Both albums were schedule to be released on June 24, but 50 decides to hold back Game's album rather than his group's "Terminate on Sight".
The rapper and producer confirmed his plan to push back the west coast rapper's new album to the press saying, "I'mma wait a little, then I'm just gonna push his album back." 50 also declined that the push back was because he fears that "L.A.X" will compete with the Unit's album. "I don't think there's anyone that would legitimately look at him like it's a competition, him versus G-Unit. It just doesn't make sense. I make money every time he releases an album. He signed a five-album deal. He's only on album three," said 50.
The Game to Release Final Album in June
March 25, 2008 01:03:07The Game has set a release date for his third studio album, "L.A.X." that stands for "Los Angeles Times". The album which according to the rapper is his final before he leaves music industry will be dropped on June 24, the same date Plies and Nelly will also release theirs.
"I have a highly controversial album coming this summer and not the typical controversy you are used to in rap," The Game announced. "On L.A.X. I'm addressing real issues that other artists might be scared to talk about on record; issues that need to be heard."
The Game Confirms Prison Release, Apologizes for Confusion
March 14, 2008 03:03:06The Game issued a statement Thursday, March 13, confirmed he was being released from the prison while at the same time apologized for the conflicting reports regarding his status, a prisoner or freeman, earlier this week. The Game's attorney confirmed earlier this week that the rapper was dismissed from his scheduled 60-day sentence after only eight days due to overcrowding at the facility. The rapper's management, on the other way around, issued a statement later that day claiming The Game had been transferred to another facility, thus causing confusion on the star's status.
Put the brake on the conflicting reports, The Game explained, "I apologize for the conflicting news on my release, but due to the sensitive negotiations on this matter I felt it appropriate not to give an exact date on my release." He then went on saying, "I am truly grateful to my attorney, family and management for doing a great job in this respect. Upon my release I went directly to the studio with producers Cool & Dre and recorded several records, including my street record 'Big Dreams.' Thank you to all my fans as well for the support."
Rapper The Game Checks Into Jail
March 03, 2008 02:03:02The Game checks into jail. The rap star checks himself into the Twin Towers Correctional Facility late Sunday night, March 2 to begin serving his 60 days sentence in relation with gun possession charge.
The Game was pleaded no contest to a felony charge of possession of a firearm in a school zone back on February 11 stemmed from a February 24, 2007 incident during which he got into an altercation with a player on an opposing team during a basketball game at the Rita Walters Educational Learning Complex in South Los Angeles. Was initially charged with three felony charges; making a criminal threat, exhibiting a firearm in the presence of an officer, and possessing a firearm in a school zone, back in June last year, he had the first two counts dismissed as part of a plea agreement.
Rapper The Game Pleaded No Contest to Gun Charge, Sentenced to 60 Days in Jail
February 12, 2008 09:02:30The Game was pleaded no contest to a felony charge of possession of a firearm in a school zone Monday, February 11 stemmed from a February 24, 2007 incident during which he got into an altercation with a player on an opposing team during a basketball game at the Rita Walters Educational Learning Complex in South Los Angeles.
Entered his plea in a Los Angeles court, the rap artist was sentenced to 60 days in jail, 150 hours of community service and three years probation.
Dr. Dre Assisting in The Game's Final Album
January 24, 2008 01:01:02Stemming from his decision to quit from music industry, The Game has prepared the album, which would be his last, in his utmost effort. The rapper re-united with Dr. Dre, the producer who found his mixtape in early of his career and signed him to Aftermath.
MTV.com reported that The Game's album titled 'LAX' is 80 per cent complete and should be ready to be dropped this Spring. He is still recording in Miami and Los Angeles with producers like Dre, Scott Storch and Cool & Dre. Black Wall Street DJ Nu Jersey Devil revealed, "(Dr. Dre) dropped some stuff off.But I’m not sure if Game did anything to them yet."
Rapper The Game Pleaded Not Guilty to Three Felony Charges
September 26, 2007 10:09:28
The Game is a free man now. The rapper has on Tuesday September 25th pleaded not guilty to three felony charges stemmed from an incident that took place during a basketball game at a South Los Angeles school in February.
The Game was charged June 4th with making a criminal threat, possessing a firearm in a school zone, and exhibiting a firearm in the presence of an officer stemmed from a February 24th incident during which he got into an altercation with a player on an opposing team during a basketball game at the Rita Walters Educational Learning Complex in South Los Angeles.
Judge Granted The Game Conditional Discharge on Police Impersonation Charge
September 21, 2007 09:09:27
It's time for The Game to start learning how to behave. The rapper was on Thursday September 20th granted a conditional discharge on a misdemeanor charge of impersonating an officer, stemmed from a November 2006 arrest during which he told a cab driver that he was an undercover police officer and directed him to run several red lights.
Manhattan Criminal Court Judge Marc Whiten granted the rap star a conditional discharge, meaning that if he isn't arrested again in within six months, the misdemeanor charge will be dismissed and the case file sealed. Commented on the ruling, The Game said after the brief hearing at New York State Supreme Court, "I love New York, but I hate the system. But, I hate every system."
The Game and Timbaland Facing Copyright Lawsuit
September 01, 2007 01:09:40
An Indian music and film company called Saregama India Ltd has filed a law suit to The Game and Timbaland. Both hip-hop icons are accused of copyright infringement for using the company's song without permission.
The Game's 'Put You on The Game' is claimed in the papers to have sampled one of Saregama's song. The track that was produced by Timbaland and Danja, is taken from The Game's 2005 studio album 'The Documentary'.
Chris Brown Eyeing Duet with Michael Jackson, Covered "Umbrella"
June 08, 2007 05:06:24
On the verge of releasing his most artists-packed album "Exclusive", Chris Brown may soon be singing side by side with Michael Jackson for one of the tracks. The R&B crooner got the phone call from the "Thriller" singer who didn't hesitate to do collaboration with him.
"He called me for my birthday, and I told him we should do a song," Brown said. "He was up for it. Man, it was crazy. He actually spoke to me like a regular person, and he was like, 'I like your music.' He said his favorite song was 'Shorty Like Mine' that me and Bow Wow did. I appreciated talking to him."
Rapper The Game Pleaded Not Guilty in LA Fight
June 08, 2007 10:06:35
Paris Hilton is free but not really free as she's been put on house arrest. The Game, on the other way around, is free of charges. He's all-clean. The rapper was pleaded not guilty to three felony charges he's been accused of following a basketball game fight in Los Angeles.
The Game, aka Jayceon Terrell Taylor, entered the pleas in Los Angeles Superior Court on Thursday June 7th and was pleaded not guilty to punching and threatening to shoot a man during a pickup basketball game on February 24th at the Rita Walters Educational Learning Complex in South Los Angeles.
Rapper The Game Hit with Three Felony Charges Involving Firearms
June 05, 2007 11:06:49
The Game is once again facing charges. The troubled rapper was charged Monday June 4th with making a criminal threat and possessing a firearm in a school zone, stemmed from a February 24th incident during which he got into an altercation with a player on an opposing team during a basketball game at the Rita Walters Educational Learning Complex in South Los Angeles.
Detailing on the incident, the district attorney's office revealed that after allegedly punching his rival, The Game pulled a firearm from his red Escalade and threatened to shoot him. Previously arrested on May 11th at home amid a crowd of fans, the star said at that time, "I'm not guilty, and I love California".
The Game Arrested on Criminal Threat Charges, Released on Bail
May 14, 2007 09:05:01
The Game was arrested Friday night May 11th, but was released soon after posting $50,000 bail.
The rapper was arrested on suspicion of making criminal threats after police searched his Glendale, CA home for more than three hours over an alleged incident happened in February 2007.
Mya Gains "Liberation" at Last
April 21, 2007 11:04:29
Spawning "Moodring" via Interscope in 2003, Mya switched gears to Motown with "Liberation" in 2007. The album that its release has been obstructed many times will finally be out on June 26.
"Litigations, court, transitioning from label to label, teaching kids and building a studio, that takes a while," Mya said in a statement. "That's why this album is a lot more aggressive, very honest, in your face and cut and dry."
Three 6 Mafia Releases Ninth Album
April 04, 2007 11:04:07
Three 6 Mafia with its steady increase of album sales is on again to score another winning piece. "Last 2 Walk" is going to be the group's newest album due to hit the stores on May 22.
Claiming that it would be the best record even after the platinum "Most Known Unknown" (2005), DJ Paul revealed, "We got Lyfe Jennings, Paul Wall, 8Ball & MJG, Akon, The Game, Lil Jon and Lil Wayne. It's hot as hell!" The group also records this album with recently joining member Project Pat.
DJ Khaled to Release His Second Attempt Album
March 26, 2007 10:03:40
Radio personality DJ Khaled has set the release date for album "We the Best". The sophomore album will hit the stores by June 12 via Terror Squad/KOCH Records.
Khaled as usual involves many of his artist friends in the making of this record. In the first single "We Takin' Over" alone, there are T.I., Akon, Fat Joe, Rick Ross, Lil Wayne and the rapper Baby to back it. Other musicians lending their hands for this album include The Game, Jadakiss, Paul Wall, Ja Rule, Ludacris, Young Jeezy, Styles P, Cassidy, Juelz Santana and Young Dro.
The Billboard 200 Occupants for Nov 22nd
November 23, 2006 09:11:50
The Game leads the pack in busy album release week. The California rapper occupies the No. 1 spot on the Billboard 200 with his sophomore effort "Doctor's Advocate" moved 358,000 copies in the United States in the week ended Sunday Nov 19th, according to Nielsen SoundScan. A significant drop off from the 587,000-unit first week of the Game's "The Documentary", the new album's total however was more than enough to debut the LP at No. 1 on Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums charts.
Meanwhile, hip-hop singer Akon debuts at 2nd spot with his sophomore album "Konvicted" sold 284,000 copies. The multi-artist hits compilation "NOW 23" falls to No. 3 after its No. 1 start last week, selling 194,000. Josh Groban's "Awake" slips two to No. 4 with 150,000, ahead of the soundtrack to Disney's former chart-topper "Hannah Montana" which remains at the 5th spot for a second week with another 114,000 copies. Keith Urban's Capitol Nashville release "Love, Pain & the Whole Crazy Thing" drops from No. 3 to No. 6 with 103,000.
Snoop Dogg Gets "Blue Carpet Treatment" on October 17th
July 12, 2006 03:07:47
Long in the works for his next solo album, Snoop Dogg finally could taste the fruit as he's tapped an October 17th release date for "Blue Carpet Treatment."
Stevie Wonder, The Game, R. Kelly, Brandy and Daz & Kurupt were among the potential guest artists attending the preview of the set prospective tracks held in New York Monday July 10.
Justin Lin Revives Bruce Lee, in Comedy
June 24, 2006 01:06:14
Bruce Lee is back! Well, indirectly. Under the hand of Justin Lin, the helm for the sensational "The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift", the old rendezvous of Lee's remarkable kung-fu kicks is going to entertain moviegoers, in comedy form.
Lin is going to start shooting within six more weeks for a movie he called as the "a comedy about denial, more than anything". The movie does take the legendary Bruce Lee as the underlying idea. Setting back in the 1970s, Lin is going to unveil the real thing happened during the filming of Lee's dream project, "Game of Death". It was Lee's movie project put on hold due to his starring in the Warner Bros.' screenplay project, "Enter the Dragon" back in 1973.
A Fan Filed A Lawsuit Against Snoop Dogg & Pals
April 22, 2006 11:04:26
Famous rapper Snoop Dogg is facing a $22 million lawsuit filed by a fan of his who claimed he was assaulted, humiliated and robbed after being called onto stage during a concert. In his lawsuit, filed in Los Angeles Superior Court, Richard Monroe II alleged that he was beaten soundly by security guards after being invited to come up on stage during Snoop's performance of his legendary cut "Gin and Juice" last year.
Detailing on the incident Monroe said that when he attempted to place his arms around Snoop in a friendly manner, he was grabbed by bodyguards who punched him and stomped on his prone form for approximately 35 seconds. Moreover, he also insisted that the rappers themselves, naming the likes of The Game, Kurupt, Daz Dillinger and Soopafly, joined in on the beating. Monroe's lawyers say their client was robbed of his wallet, rings and cell phone as well.
The Top 10 Best-Selling Albums of 2005
January 05, 2006 11:01:28Mariah Carey. The name comes up on the top position in the list of the Top 10 best-selling albums of 2005. The singer apparently has proven to worldwide that she's hard to beat and thus deserves the predicate of pop diva.
Leading the Top 10 best-selling albums of 2005, Carey has her album "The Emancipation of Mimi" sold for 4.97 million copies, making rapper 50 Cent's "The Massacre" the second best with 4.85 million copies. "Breakaway" by Kelly Clarkson wins the 3rd place with 3.5 million copies. The 4th best is Green Day's "American Idiot" which is sold for 3.4 million copies, ahead of Black Eyed Peas' "Monkey Business" at No. 5 sold 3 million copies.
Music Artists Included in Billboard Shortlist
December 01, 2005 02:12:36The music competition is getting steamed. The 2005 Billboard Music Awards is coming and here is the list of music artists included in its shortlist.
Up for Artist of the Year are 50 Cent, Mariah Carey, Green Day, Kelly Clarkson. Competing for Group of the Year among others Green Day, Black Eyed Peas, Destiny's Child, and The Killers. Meanwhile, Fantasia Barrino, The Game, Rob Thomas, and Gwen Stefani are all up for New Artist of the Year award.
Carey Won Four Vibe Awards
November 14, 2005 12:11:002005 really is a golden year for Mariah Carey as her comeback album "The Emancipation of Mimi" has scored very well at the chart and spawned several hits, which for sure lead her to grab more awards. Approvingly, she was a big winner at the third annual VIBE Awards held Saturday, gloriously bringing four awards all at once.
During the event, to air Tuesday on UPN, Carey won Artist of the Year, R&B Voice of the Year, Best R&B Song for "We Belong Together" and Album of the Year for her comeback hit, "The Emancipation of Mimi." Meanwhile, music group The Diplomats was named Best Group. Rapper T.I., to add, won the Street Anthem award for "U Don't Know Me."
Rapper The Game Arrested
October 31, 2005 12:10:28His popularity in music industry seems to make him big headed. He becomes arrogant and overacting. It's rapper The Game that we're talking about. The famous musician has been arrested hours before he was to perform at Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Winston-Salem Friday afternoon, accused of causing a scene at a mall and refusing to remove a Halloween mask.
Police said The Game and a group of companions behaved disruptively, swearing at Four Seasons Town Centre Friday. Security officers of the mall testified the rapper was wearing a full-face Halloween mask, cursing loudly, and refused to leave when asked. When police arrived, he continued to act up.
Ciara Dominates Vibe Awards Nominations
October 11, 2005 01:10:41Her entourage would obviously cheer her as Ciara leads this year Vibe Awards, taking in five nominations all at once, which among others include Artist of the Year. Ups for the same category is Kanye West, Mariah Carey, John Legend and 50 Cent, who each have four nominations.
Elsewhere, nominees for Album of the Year are "Get Lifted" by Legend, "Late Registration" by West, "The Documentary" by The Game, "The Emancipation of Mimi" by Mariah Carey and "The Naked Truth" by Lil' Kim, who won't be able to attend the ceremony as she is serving a 366-day sentence at a federal detention center in Philadelphia.
Game's Bentley for Charity
September 17, 2005 01:09:16Rapper The Game has had a music career, money, car, and so forth. Yet, the more he has the more he gives. Thanks God that he has such heart.
Wants to lend hand at Hurricane Katrina victims, he willingly donated his 2005 customized Bentley Continental GT, valued at over $225,000, to Morgan Freeman's Charity Folks online auction to benefit the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund. The car will be up for auction until Wednesday.
The "Waist Deep" Game
August 12, 2005 01:08:17The urban action thriller "Waist Deep" has attracted rapper The Game to star in. The film tells the story of an ex-con, O2, who while trying to go straight for the sake of his young son Junior is forced to go back outside the law when Junior is kidnapped in a carjacking.
This is the first for the Game to play in a film, and he'll star as a vicious criminal leader. Joining both stars in the Vondie Curtis Hall direction among others are Meagan Good to play a street-smart hustler, and Larenz Tate who will play the role of O2's shady cousin.
The Game Hit with $280 Million Suit
April 30, 2005 10:04:35Rapper the Game has once again involved in crime. The star, whose real name is Jayceon Taylor, has been hit with $280 million lawsuit by a cameraman, Kwasi Jones, who claims to suffer a physical and then verbal damage caused by the violance the star did to him.
Jones alleges he was battered, assaulted, grabbed by the neck and so severely choked by the Game and 20 members of the rapper's posse that he lost consciousness just because he wrongly joked about a cellphone earpiece worn by the Game's manager, Jimmie Henchman, during an interview at the Washington, D.C.-based station WKYS on January 21, 2005.
