Unfortunately, slavery still exists in more ways than one. And fresh off his upcoming I Found My Backpack 3, F.A.B. shares his distaste from the violence to politics on his newest cut.

K-Dot reflects with his VEVO Lift series how his music career started with releasing mixtapes and reveals 50 Cent’s influence. good kid, m.A.A.d. city drops October 22. Previously: Pt. 1 l Pt. 2

Last week was an eventful one for Slaughterhouse. Here’s a look behind the scenes from their meet-and-greets, visit at Shade 45 as well as RapFix Live. welcome to: Our House in stores now.

Off the Blackberrys and off the phone, Joey and his crew go off the top during their recent visit on Hip-Hop Nation’s Invasion Radio show.

Here’s something that was not televised last night. After Ri Ri accepted her Video Of The Year award, she was greeted by ex Chris Brown with a hug and a pat on the head. Life after restraining orders.

Rihanna has already announced her next tour. Beginning in next March, Ri Ri will make her way across the globe. See the first itinerary below. Tix go on sale September 14 on Livenation.

Before the VMAs, Mac Miller was back on Power 105.1 yesterday morning. He spoke on being the first independent artist making Forbes, EP with Pharrell, next album and more. Sidebar: Mac On Wiz & Amber Baby

Before last night’s VMAs, Nicki announced to E! she will re-release Roman Reloaded, titled The Re-Up in November. The re-packaged LP will contain new music with the first single premiering next week. rap-up

Machine Gun Kelly is set for his debut LP on October 9 via Bad Boy/Interscope and keeps it literally laced up on its artwork. Peep the deluxe version here and the titles below. It’s laced with a whole lot of guests. 1. Save Me (Feat. M. Shadows & Synyster Gates) 2. What I Do (Feat. Bun B & Dubo) 3. Wild Boy (Feat. Waka Flocka Flame) 4. Lace Up (Feat. Lil Jon) 5. Stereo (Feat. Alex Fitts) 6. All We Have (Feat. Anna Yvette) […]

Earlier this week, Tyga kicked off his tour at Club Nokia and brought out Breezy, Wiz and Game for the debut performance of Game’s new single. Video and remix coming soon.