411 Mania — Akon talks about "Hold My Hand"... more info

Idolator — Rejoice, little monsters! Lady Gaga’s third album, Born This Way, is at least partially completed — because Akon is already raving about it. The singer, who boasts the Muppets lover on his Kon Live label, tells MTV that he’s listened to the alb... more info

Perez Hilton — will.i.am recently spoke out against the new, posthumous Michael Jackson album, Michael, claiming that the pop icon would not have wanted material that he hadn't given his okay on released, but now Akon, who is featured on the new single, Hold My Han... more info

NME — Singer argues new record will keep Jackson's legacy alive more info

NME — Rapper confirms 'Kush' will be first single from album more info

Gigwise — Which is due out next month... more info

ContactMusic — Akon has hit back at will.i.am's criticism of his collaboration with Michael Jackson. Both artists worked on songs with the 'King of Pop' before his tragic death... more info

TMZ — Filed under: Akon, Michael Jackson It's the most bizarre casting call we've ever seen -- the people behind Michael Jackson 's new music video for " Hold My Hand " are in the market for some incredibly ironic talent ... more info

411 Mania — They do not see eye to eye... more info

411 Mania — Will.i.am says yes, Akon says no, but what do you think? more info