ContactMusic — David Guetta was so desperate to work with Nicki Minaj he pursued her for a year. The French DJ and producer - who is behind some of biggest hits of recent years, including Flo Rida's 'Club Can't Handle Me', Akon's 'Sexy Chick' and Black Eyed... more info

The Hip Hop Chronicle — Akon has a brand new album dropping later this year.   a2a_linkname="Akon – Time Is Money ft Big Meech"; a2a_linkurl="http://www.thehiphopchronicle.com/2011/05/09/akon-time-is-money-ft-big-meech/"; a2a_hide_embeds=0; a2a_show_title=1; more info

Guardian Music — Braehead Arena, GlasgowIn a scene set to play out repeatedly at arenas and festivals this summer, David Guetta stands at his decks, arms raised triumphantly aloft, while behind him a giant screen flashes: "Put your hands up!" The crowd are packed in ... more info

Stereogum — The Lonely Island’s next single from Turtleneck & Chain is the satirical rap troupe’s second LP title track, roasting lifestyle attire and beverage choices while keenly framing these guys‘ costume ideas for Halloween 2011. Snoop Dogg drops in f... more info

ContactMusic — R&B star Akon gave fans a raunchy surprise at a gig on Wednesday (27Apr11) by stripping down to his underwear onstage. The Smack That hitmaker was performing as part of Usher's Omg Tour in Sunrise, Florida, when he stunned the audience by peeling ... more info

TMZ — Filed under: Akon, Fashion, Hot Bodies Akon did his best Marky Mark impersonation and stripped down to his white skivvies while onstage opening for Usher in Florida last night. Smack that! ... more info

The Hip Hop Chronicle — “Take It Down Low” is the new single off Akon’s new album Stadium. Premiered by Funk Flex.   Thanks to Alex a2a_linkname="Akon – Take It Down ft Chris Brown"; a2a_linkurl="http://www.thehiphopchronicle.com/2011/04/19/akon-take-it-down-ft-chr... more info

Stereogum — The Lonely Island are back with (drumroll) “We’re Back,” the first taste of their forthcoming second album Turtleneck & Chain. The SNL trio’s 2009 Incredibad boasted guest spots from T-Pain, Norah Jones, and Julian Casablancas. This time they... more info

The Hip Hop Chronicle — This is sad news. Nate Dogg has passed away at the age of 41. The cause of death has not been released but the rapper suffered two strokes in 2007 and 2008. Nate Dogg was a trendsetter. Before Akon and everyone else started to jump on hooks, Nate Dog... more info

ContactMusic — Akon's former booking agents have fired back at the R&B star after he accused them of failing to pay performance fees, breach of contract and trademark infringement in a new lawsuit, insisting they're the ones who are owed cash. The singer/produce... more info