Hip-hop’s top cop wasn’t taking any prisoners last year. In the midst of controversy and severe backlash, Ross was shielded by cinematic production and clever wordplay on his third time out. He tried to bury his comp with “Valley of Death” but seemingly brought life to “Maybach Music 2”. He kicked endearing fables (“Rich Off Cocaine”), taunted foes (“Mafia Music”), and laughed in the face of danger (“Gunplay”). With the odds against him, Rick proved that good music runs deep. […]

According to Billboard, Jadakiss and OJ Da Juiceman’s “Who’s Real” peaked at number 18 on the Rap Charts and stayed there for 14 weeks. Psssh, I demand a recount! Despite becoming a local NY hit, this dud couldn’t cross state lines. These two aren’t in the same bracket and damn sure don’t belong on the same track. “Silver Hummer, on eights /Life’s good, I’m straight/ Clap your hands one time you relate…” Is that the best you got, OJ? Sorry, […]

So what if Battle Of The Sexes never materializes, Shawnna will stay paid with that money maker. Check her shakin’ it last Saturday at the Congress Theater in Chi-town. After the jump, she gets some head. Not literally, perv. CTCCRAZY2

On February 24, Snoop returns to daytime television on the soap opera, One Life To Live. But before the cameras roll, the top Dogg chops it up with some cast members during a read through.

Photo: Hi-Fi Cartel About two weeks ago, Just Blaze got behind the wheels of steel at the Fool’s Gold / LTD‘s holiday party. If you missed the fiesta, don’t fret. Simply download Just’s mix and pretend you were there. FADER

Guess Birdman was right. According to Pollstar, Lil Wayne’s tours came in as the 26th highest grossing North American series of 2009. The site estimates that Weezy generated $32 million in show revenue. If you ain’t gettin’ no money, it don’t mean nothin’. Ya heard me? Heads Up: VIBE via AHH

Fortunately, Jayceon isn’t alone by his lonesome. Tammy Torres even things out in Smooth‘s latest issue. On newsstands now.

50 flexes his brawniness in the new issue of Muscle & Fitness magazine. It’s 2010! Put down the cheeseburger and check out Fif’s workout regiment after the jump.

50 flexes his brawniness in the new issue of Muscle & Fitness magazine. It’s 2010! Put down the cheeseburger and check out Fif’s workout regiment after the jump.

Teddy Riley called The Morning After With Angela Yee earlier today and cleared the air regarding his family feud. Teddy Riley Explain Altercation With Daughters