Detroit Free Press — He doesn't light up the charts like Jay-Z or generate headlines like Lil Wayne, but R&B artist Maxwell has built a loyal following -- and earned critical raves and sex-symbol status -- since emerging in the '90s as a key player in the neo-s... more info

Perez Hilton — Is this really necessary? Despite already having three compilations already out, Jay-Z is prepped to released a new greatest his album this summer, The Hits Collection, Vol. 1! The track list has yet to be released, but we imagine it will essentially... more info

AllHipHop — (AllHipHop News) Drake has announced he will extend his Away From Home Tour with additional dates in the United States, Canada and Europe. The rapper recently kicked off a second-leg of the tour, with sold out dates in San Francisco (45 minutes), Los... more info

AllHipHop — (AllHipHop News) A custom watch made by superstar rapper Jay-Z sold for over $220,000 during an auction in New York on Monday (May 17th).  Jay-Z attended Audemars Piguet’s “Time to Give” event at the Four Seasons Hotel. A watch he personally d... more info

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VH1 Blog — The 2010 VH1 Hip Hop Honors news keeps rolling in, with the above-mentioned artists jumping on board for performances during the show. VH1 talent Chad Ochocinco, Chilli and Terrell Owens are among those added to the presenters lineup. Get the full sc... more info

ContactMusic — Jay Z lost his expensive watch at a charity auction.The hip-hop superstar put his personalised timepiece up for bidding at the 'Time to Care' sale of 12 Audemars... more info

MTV.co.uk News — Illuminati rumours in hip-hop have been around for years now and now Brooklyn-born rapper Talib Kweli has spoken out about them Talking about the conspiracy theories surrounding Jay-Z and many... more info

MTV.co.uk News — N-Dubz are now US label mates with Jay-Z, Kanye West and Rihanna after signing a deal with Def Jam Records.   Singer Tuilsa let the news slip yesterday on her Twitter account by posting a pic... more info

Starpulse — Jay-Z has beaten his wife Beyonce to lead the nominees for honors at the 10th annual BET Awards. The rapper has landed five nods, while his wife joins Alicia Keys, Trey Songz and Melanie Fiona wi... more info