This news is sad and upsetting. Representatives for the rapper revealed to MTV News that the Brooklyn MC is being detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement at an unspecified facility in Western New York State. Officials are determining whether or not to deport the rapper, who was born in Belize, a rep explained. “Shyne is currently in federal custody while his future immigration status is determined,” the rep said in a message to MTV News. Shyne attorney Oscar Michelen […]

[vodpod id=Groupvideo.3588672&w=425&h=350&fv=] At tonight’s gig in Norway, Hov gave his first performance of the final track on BP3. Unfortunately, it’s just a lil’ tease. Guess somebody wants to keep his job. Props: Whoever taught Neil Armstrong how to use his computer? This guy’s outta control today. Ha.

Now I believe it. A Clinton Correctional Facility staffer confirmed his release. I think The God deserves time to lay low. Remember that ODB VH1 show? Life is deeper than rap. CBS Update: Uh oh. Not so fast.

The final sales numbers of Memoirs Of An Imperfect Angel are being tallied as I type but from the early projections, it’s not looking good. Still even if Mariah Carey falls short of having a number one album in the country there are still plans to push her latest product. In fact, Rap Up has found out a top-secret remix album is already in the works. So far only Trey Songz (who would show up to a Rap Radar kickball […]

At a fancy schmancy charity event that he threw last night, Ne-Yo took it to the stage. Here’s a medley of him performing three huge hits he wrote for B, Ri-Ri, and Mario. I imagine those are some nice checks, son. Spotted: Fly Girl via All That’s Fab Sidebar: Regarding Chris Brown’s ex’s next album, he says, “She has some things to say and she’s definitely going to say them—loudly.” MyFox

It wasn’t Curtis’ silly stunts that derailed Fat Joe’s project from being on the front burner of everyone’s minds, it was those damn samples. I just copped the new CD and two of my favorite joints had to be reworked. Damn shame! Before: After: Before: After: Regardless, I’m still a card-carrying member of Team Cartagena. “Congratulations” knocks! Support my Boriqua buddy!

This morning, rap’s Twitter King weighed in on his feelings about Curtis’ NY unity antics. Besides the Wu, he’s the only prominent Big Apple spitter that wasn’t there. No longer wonder why. Yesterday: 50 Cent & Friends At Thisis50

“They wonder how I stay on top.” Here’s a new one from Ricky’s crew with the great Bun B. You don’t have to point out the bounce on this one. Ride out! And oh yeah, that was a quick jab at Curtis in Ross’ verse. Will it ever end?

This guy picks up garbage for two days and now he gets to tour. This can’t be life. It ain’t right, I tell you.

That’s my neighbor’s lady you lookin’ at. Watch yourself! No backhands or backshots for you, fam. Props: Gyant

[vodpod id=Groupvideo.3586220&w=425&h=350&fv=] “I don’t get dropped, I drop the label.” © Guess Who? Thank you Sylvia for giving this fool his walking papers. New anthem for you auto-tuner: “Go sign to E1. Advance is 20 dollars.” Ha! Props: AHH

[vodpod id=Groupvideo.3586139&w=425&h=350&fv=] Christopher Cross. Michael McDonald. The Roots. I can’t vouch for you, if you ain’t a part of this. Just watch the magic unfurl! I swear to God, I caught a chill. Ha! Update: Now we’re “Sailing“. Nice!

One weekend. Two videos in the Sunshine State. Three MC’s who love the blow and the dough. Props: OnSmash Previously: On The Set: Rick Ross “Maybach Music 2.5”

[vodpod id=Groupvideo.3582336&w=425&h=350&fv=bufferlength%3D5%26amp%3Bskin%3Dhttp%253A%252F%252Fnahright.com%252Fnews%252Fwp-content%252Fuploads%252F2009%252F09%252Fdangdang.swf%26amp%3Bimage%3Dhttp%253A%252F%252Fi33.tinypic.com%252F2v93o6d.png%26amp%3Blinktarget%3D_self%26amp%3Bdock%3Dfalse%26amp%3Bfile%3Dhttp%253A%252F%252Fvideo.ak.facebook.com%252Fcfs-ak-snc1%252F10829%252F128%252F27%252F1131557213723_36859.mp4%26amp%3Bplugins%3Dviral-2d] I wanna be like Kamaal when I grow up. Ha. Spotted: Pinboard Update: Embed blues. Now with Dre‘s player. Previously: Q-Tip’s Renaissance Continues Bonus: Speaking of rap pioneers.

I know I promised no more Gaga but just fast-forward to the final 30 seconds and watch Dre dodge a Detox question. Just when Game’s Twitpic got you in a tizzy. SMH. That album’s never coming out, kids.  On second thought, drop it same day as Kill Bill 3! Spotted: Rap-Up

Check out this craziness from yesterday’s Bengals game. Applaud Ed Lover for getting Chad’s crazy ass to promo his shit. Did they fine this nigga yet? Ha. WSHH Previously: Ed Lover: C’mon Son Pt. 5

Remember the big Louie V struggle around X-Mas time last year between the Capo and Ty-Ty’s brother? Ne-Yo probably still has nightmares about it. Ha! Anyways, justice was served this morning. Or was it? Jones entered his plea to the misdemeanor charge Monday. He was sentenced to time served — the few hours he was in custody after turning himself in to police in January. Defense lawyer Scott Leemon has said Jones didn’t start the fight. Leemon said Monday that […]

Besides putting an entire mix together in memory of Mr. Magic, DJ Premier created his own custom intro to pay fitting homage. Very nicely done. Spotted: Nottingham via Preemo Blog Sidebar: NY Times obit

The Gooch on the help out!

“On the Interstate with that Justin Timberlake.” New Snowman off TM103. This day is startin’ to pick up. Ha! He told MTV awhile back: “I got a joint called ‘I Got This,’ ” he said about the new album. “Then there’s ‘Suicide Music.’ I don’t wanna give it all up, because you’ll probably figure out where I’m going. The list goes on. To me, I know [artists] say, ‘This is going to be my best work.’ This is going to […]