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This summer, you can add “author” to Soulja Boy’s resume. It’s been reported that Soulja Boy has penned his first book, Teenage Millionaire. No word as to what it’ll entail, but SB says it’ll be released on July 28. Only time will tell ya, if it’ll be a bestseller.

The good ol’ folks over at ExclusiveAccess bring us footage of Carlo’s upcoming video with Dwayne. Making moves, making money, making progress. Word to Mack Maine.

The homie DJ Soul along with G Bo The Pro are working on this salute to the Latin King MC. It will include rare songs and new remixes by the beatmakers listed above. I can’t wait.

Mic Check

God, this looks like some low-budget bullshit. Astoundingly bad. Ha.

I’m sure you’ve heard about this. But in case you missed it (like I did) here’s the entire thing. For those that don’t know, City High was ala the Fugees: A two guy, one girl group that Wyclef put on. They had a big hit, “What Would You Do?” back in 2001, but broke-up soon after. Who knew a love triangle was at the heart of the matter? Damn you, Claudette Ortiz.

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A high-profile photo spread to celebrate an album that never came out? You can’t knock Sean’s hustle.

Woooha

Previously: Diddy’s Vogue Spread

Understand that time is runnin’ out. I’m gonna pay my respects. I suggest you do the same. Above, my homie The King of The Burbs edited some footage from ego trip’s The (White) Rapper Show of his time in the historic lab. Gonna be sad to see it go. Get your tissues ready!

Feelin’ the “Obama” joint? Well this is even harder. This is the latest leak off Marvin’s G.P.G. (Gun Powder Guru), which drops February 9th. Until then, watch that dome and keep them ears open.

Spotted: Xalence

Previously: Tony Yayo Unleashed

I know YN must love all these Lupe clips. The rapper continued his radio rounds today and stopped by Shade 45 for Toca Tuesdays with Tony Touch.

Part 1: He explains why he takes his time crafting his albums while touring in between, but might switch things up by dropping another album this year. He says even though it wasn’t planned,  “I’m Beaming” is the official single.

Part 2: While taking calls from fans, he touches on his “Resurrection” track he did for Haiti and his Summit On The Summit.

Part 3: He talks about who he rounded up for production on the album, possible work with Jay Electronica and CRS and blesses the show with an off the dome freestyle over Nas’ “Flyest Angels”.

“No leaks, no breaks, and no shakes/ First try/ No takes”

Props: Illy

Earlier: Lupe Fiasco Interview With Greg Street

Last week, Mystikal reached out to Whoo Kid and Coach PR on Shade 45 radio. He speaks on his fans and says he’s trying to grasp new technology. Later, he talks about the artists he is riding with and let’s us know how much he is looking forward to getting back into the game.

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Previously: Mystikal Released From Prison