[vodpod id=Video.16080188&w=540&h=350&fv=] Nominated for three awards, Breezy unleashed an electrifying performance of his new single “Turn Up The Music” and his hit “Beautiful People”. We’ve seen him do better, but dope nonetheless. yardie

Beyoncé took to her website and sympathized on the passing of Whitney Houston. She reflected on their first encounter and her musical influence. Well said, Bey. “The loss of Whitney Houston is painful. I remember meeting Whitney for the first time when I was 15. She was the ultimate legend. The ultimate woman. Not only was she confident, poised, stunningly beautiful and intelligent, but she was sincere and kind. She took the time to make everyone feel like they were […]

Old picture. New Grammys. This year’s ceremony is underway and trophies have already been given. So far, Kanye has won three categories including Best Rap Album. Rhythm and Blues winners also after the jump.

Now that Bottoms Up is set to drop April 3 now, Obie Trice yaps off the mouth by opening up the Kang and the Doc’s track with a verse of his own. In other news, Obie claims Detox is finally finished. uhtn

During their pre-Grammy show at the House Of Blues in LA, The Roots and singer Elle Varner celebrated the life of Whitney Houston by performing the singer’s classic “Saving All My Love For You“. Yes indeed. heads up: jose3030

French and Waka: get the yayo. Well during their recent visit to DJ Kay Slay’s radio show, they both distribute an in-studio version of one of their collabos. Need more? Coke Boys 2 is available here. streetheattv

Featuring the Berlin “Take My Breath Away” sample, Lloyd returns with his new song featuring Nelly Mo. Young Goldie is also about to embark on his UK tour as well. Shouts to Nav with the heads up.

Twista is first to roll out with a Whitney Houston tribute. Produced by The Legendary Traxster. Too soon? fsd

“I met a red-bone, I took the girl home/I asked her what she wanna watch, she said, ‘Surely not The Throne’” During the YMCMB pre-Grammys party at Paramount Studios last night, Tune gave a moment of silence for Whitney Houston and announced signing Christina Milian. At the 3:50 mark, he also tosses a pebble Jay and ‘Ye’s way. Oy vey. Surley, Weezy will be the next contestant on that Summer Jam screen. More footage from the festivities below.

Whitney sung “Jesus Loves Me” to Kelly Price last Thursday at the Tru Hollywood. The performance would be her last public appearance before her passing yesterday. After the tragic news broke, the Hip-Hop community paid their respects during Clive Davis’ party, Twitter and more.