[vodpod id=ExternalVideo.915739&w=425&h=350&fv=] The Thornton brothers spent their New Years Eve at Hugh Heff’s pad. Accompanied by a stage full of Playboy bunnies, Malice and Pusha T perform “Grindin” and “I’m Good” before counting down the final seconds of the ’09. OK, now that’s out the way, the good stuff comes in at the 5:20 mark.

I can appreciate the slick use of Rick James vocals on the hook, but overall this one doesn’t really do it for me. Blame it on the birthday blues. Ha! Thanks: The Anti-Streamers

As producer Shawty Redd is free on bail and faces life in prison for murder, some exclusive details on the case regarding the victim have surfaced. According to an associate of both men, Beatz by Squeak, the victim’s name is Damon “Choppo” Martin. Although reports say, Choppo was an intruder and Shawty acted in self-defense in the NYE incident, it is alleged that Choppo was a long-time friend of Shawty Redd. Squeak talks to VIBE‘s Linda Hobbs on the relationship of Shawty […]

[vodpod id=Groupvideo.4466212&w=425&h=350&fv=] Ms. Cook performs the hip-hop heads’ favorite track off Element Of Freedom. No Drizzy. No problem. Niccee! Props: Herfection

Kelis ruffled a few feather earlier this week when photos of her surfaced wearing a furry jacket…with a hat to match. This morning, Kelis responded to PETA’s criticism with an open letter. Read it after the jump. Sidebar: Nas vs. Kelis II YBF

Former Washington Wizard Gilbert Arenas, was charged today with felony weapons possession. The crime carries a penalty of five years behind bars. Last month, Agent Zero was accused of drawing a gun on teammate Javaris Crittenton inside the Wizards locker room. Bang Bang. AP

So far, Wyclef’s Yele Haiti organization has received over 200,000 text donations and raised a $1 million for the victims of Tuesday’s earthquake. Stop what you’re doing and text “Yele” to 501501 to send your donations. MTV

[vodpod id=ExternalVideo.915653&w=425&h=350&fv=] If you already digested the rump shakin contest , then enjoy some free shots from Shawty Lo and Luda as they perform during Greg Street’s birthday celebration.

Last night on Jimmy Kimmel Live, comedian Aziz Ansari of Parks and Recreation shares his experience after attending an R. Kelly concert. He does a damn good job impersonating Robert too. “I said Robert. They said, muthafuckin’ Robert!” Laughing Out Loud. Rap-Up

[vodpod id=ExternalVideo.915647&w=425&h=350&fv=] The whole gang is here. And for the New Year, they brought Young Jeezy and DJ Khaled along for the ride at Cameo nightclub. Props: Derick G.