Lloyd Banks phoned Illinois’ HOT 105.5 this morning and shared his thoughts on Game’s plea yesterday for a G-Unit reunion. Hate to say it, but we doubt this is gonna happen. Shoulda stayed close, Chuck.

Nicki Minaj channels her inner geisha for the cover of next week’s Billboard. The First Lady Of Hip-Hop, huh? Well, guess they have point. Sorry, Kim. thagrapejuice

[vodpod id=Video.4895831&w=425&h=350&fv=] Joe Budden was put On Da Spot this past Monday on Green Lantern’s Invasion Radio. Internet soldiers, fall in.

Some things never change. A year ago, Charles Hamilton got his ass handed to him by Serius Jones at S.O.B.’s. And yesterday at the Figs Barbershop in Harlem, the same thing happened again. On a more positive note, at least Chuck is out of that wheelchair.

Digga Digga (First name Rashia) recently stopped by Hip-Hop Nation studios and after a brief interview, spit a freebie. Now that’s classic. 57thave

Though Cliff’s locked away, his promotion team releases the first of numerous promos for his December 7th release, No Mercy. In related news, the rapper was hit with an assault case, and Mike Bigga denies any involvement.

[vodpod id=Video.4895176&w=425&h=350&fv=] Snoop Dogg and Quincy Jones appeared on The Late Show With David Letterman Wednesday evening. Following the interview, Snoop gave a rendition of Brother Johnson’s “Get The Funk Out My Face”. Q’s new joint, Soul Bossa Nostra is out now. hhnm

[vodpod id=Video.4894624&w=425&h=350&fv=] It’s so cold in the D and here’s the last installment of Common and Diesel’s Only The Brave video series featuring Big Sean. Catch the broadcast of the concert at 1:30 pm this Sunday on MTV2’s Sucker Free. yk2 Previously: Donnis | Vado | Nipsey Hussle

Michael Jackson’s first posthumous album will be released on December 14th. It will include unreleased material and a collaboration with 50 Cent. He’s a muthafuckin’ monsta! 01. Breaking News 02. Hold My Hand Ft. Akon 03. Hollywood Tonight 04. Keep Your Head Up 05. (I Like) The Way You Love Me 06. Monster Ft. 50 Cent 07. Best Of Joy 08. (I Can’t Make It) Another Day 09. Behind The Mask 10. Much Too Soon thisisrnb UPDATE: “Keep Your Head […]

Jay-Z and Gucci (not the rapper) have collaborated on a leather bomber in support of Hov’s upcoming book, Decoded. The  breakdown of “Blue Magic” is found in the lining of the jacket. The piece was created by Jay and Gucci Creative Director, Frida Giannini. The jacket will be on display at the 5th Ave flagship store. Decoded drops next Tuesday. ugc via mtv