Eminem will be releasing a new book on October 21st called "The Way I Am."



The new book will chronical parts of his life in his own words plus feature original handwritten lyric sheets, original artwork by Eminem, and never before seen photos.



To celebrate the release of Eminem's book, his radio station Shade 45 will have a special event in New York on October 15th plus they announced a contest where the grand…  

Andrew Vactor of Urbana, Ohio, was facing a $150 fine for playing music too loudly in his car stereo in July. Specifically, rap music.



The Associated Press reports that Champaign County Municipal Court Judge Susan Fornof-Lippencott gave Vactor a choice: either pay a $150 fine, or only $35 - provided he listen to 20 hours of classical music by Bach, Beethoven and Chopin. WTF!!!



According to a probation officer, Vactor lasted about 15 minutes...LOL



"I didn't have…  

While the cancellation of Rap City brought about some sadness and nostalgia from the Hip Hop community, there were others who rejoiced in the end of the 19-year-old program dedicated to all things Hip Hop.



The Parents Televison Council, Enough is Enough, National Congress of Black Women, and Industry Ears released a joint statement praising BET for ending Rap City’s run.



"We are heartened by the recent changes at BET, and we are gratified that our collective efforts were a…  

Fabolous defeated Jadakiss & Lloyd Banks defeated Joe Budden to get us to this final match up for the title.

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Fabolous defeated Jadakiss & Lloyd Banks defeated Joe Budden to get us to this final match up for the title.









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