This pic was snapped yesterday of Mr. Barker and the Thorntons in the stu’. So far, Travis has collaborated with Lupe and Pharrell for his forthcoming solo album. Considering his relationship with Game, he’s probably featured on there too. In a recent interview with Spinner, it was reported that Lil Wayne, Beanie Sigel, and RZA have also been recruited to assist in the effort. Can we get a drum roll please!

Nicki’s all alone on her inaugural magazine cover. Issue hits newsstands on March 2nd. FADER

Here are more stills from Yo Gotti’s upcoming video “Women Lie, Men Lie”. Wayne’s not here, but is that you Lisa Raye? Mo’ below. Previously: Vol.1 Shouts: Chris Herche

When Jay Rock stopped by the Rap Radar mansion a few weeks ago, he played this track for yours truly. Sounds as a good as I remembered it. OS

In the final installment of Bobby Ray’s sit-down with Rap-Up, he reveals his favorite tunes on his iPod, what he would do if he wins a Grammy next year, and, most importantly, the details on his song with Lupe Fiasco off his upcoming Adventures Of Bobby Ray. April 2-7! Previously: T.I. Featured On B.o.B.’s Debut Album l The Rock Side Of B.o.B.

[vodpod id=Video.3078902&w=425&h=350&fv=] Jermaine lurks in the shadows for his freshmen 10 vignette. Below, he speaks on covering XXL for the first time. GG Yesterday: Fashawn

Kid Cudi and Calvin Klein? This photo was part of a spec shoot and shot late last year by Lizz Kuehl. She posted the remaining outtakes on her blog. Peep more frames after the jump. But be clear this not official advertising material. DNC

More pop for breakfast! Further visual proof that’s Drake’s cut is the only good moment on Shock Value 2. Timbo fell off.

The “We Are The World” kid annoys me like Minaj’s crazy eyes. Oh well, Mr. Conjure’s on it so it deserves a post. Have some pop for breakfast.

Uncle Bun sounds pretty good here but this joint is lackluster. I don’t know what DeAndre’s doin’ on here. SMH. Where’s that classic Khaled promised us? TS