When it was announced that Shawty Lo signed to G-Unit Records two weeks ago, it left many scratching their heads. This morning, Fif turned to his Twitter account to provide clarity regarding the signing. Announcement: I have a vision for the music business I worked on this idea for some time now its called 50’s new 50/50. @thatsshawtylo Is the first to sign the deal. He is the head of his own label D4L records and is now being powered […]

This is just great. During a lacrosse game at Boys’ Latin School Of Maryland, the color commentator quotes B.I.G.’s “Big Poppa” following a goal. True fuckin’ players, indeed.

Enrique takes it to the champagne room for his new video featuring Usher and Lil Wayne. Looks like Mr. Iglesias had the time of his life.

Gee Roberson (pictured right) has been named the Chairman of Geffen Records. He and partner Kyambo “Hip Hop” Joshua (left) are co-founders of the Hip-Hop Since 1978 management firm. Clients consist of Nicki Minaj, Kanye West, Drake and Lil Wayne. In a statement, Interscope chief Jimmy Iovine said the following: “Gee has a unique combination of talents that the music industry really needs running a record company today.” billboard

[sparkart-clique site=”rap_radar” video=”big_sean_kanye”] Big Sean was on 106 & Park this afternoon to promote his debut, Finally Famous. During his performance, he brought out mentor Kanye West and gave the first televised rendition of “Marvin Gaye & Chardonnay”. Listen to it in full June 28th, boi.

After a month of being on the run, Jimmy Henchmen was apprehended by authorities today in the Gramercy section of Manhattan. According to reports, he led the feds on a foot pursuit. Last month, Henchmen was indicted on cocaine conspiracy charges. More recently, he was accused of being the mastermind behind 2Pac’s 1994 robbery and shooting. ahh

[vodpod id=Video.11465569&w=540&h=350&fv=] Colleague and all around good guy, Alvin “Aqua Boogie” Blanco recently penned his first book, The Wu-Tang Clan and RZA: A Trip Through Hip Hop’s 36 Chambers. As the title suggests, the project revolves around the Wu’s musical prowess. Speaking with FUSE’s Hip-Hop Shop, Aqua explains the motivation behind the book. Spend a couple dollars and pick it up at your local bookstore or here. srd

J.Cole finally let the cat out the bag and revealed the title to his debut album. Last week, he shot the art packaging for the project. Cole World: The Sideline Story hits stores September 27th.

Joe and Joell stopped by Karen Civil’s job recently and kicked a freestyle over Pusha Ton’s instrumental. My God, that beat is still tough.

Absolut Vodka centers around Cee-Lo for their new viral documentary. The film debuts in full next Monday, but here’s the trailer. The film provides an intimate glimpse into Cee Lo’s creative inspirations (growing up, his family, his music influences, working in the studio) as well as his thoughts on what it means to be truly exceptional in today’s music world.