31.12.2010 12:08
Kanye West released music video for the new song
Kanye West has unveiled music video for his new single Monster. It is based on the famous horror movie Night Of The Living Dead and features guest appearances by Jay-Z, Nicki Minaj, Yeezy and Rick Ross.
31.10.2010 21:55
Eminem has collaborated with Nicki Minaj
Nicki Minaj revealed that she has recently recorded a duo with Eminem. The song will be featured on her upcoming debut album Pink Friday. "I sent him one record, and he didn't love it. He picked up the phone for another one", said she.
31.08.2011 18:38
Lady GaGa liked her performance at MTV VMA
Lady GaGa claimed that she considers her performance at MTV Video Music Awards to be very successful. "I promised to deliver shocking performance, and I did. I planned this for a long time, and it was the best moment to reveal my work", said singer.
31.07.2010 19:53
Kanye West new music video described as "apocalyptic"
Kanye West has finished filming of the music video for his new single Power. Its director Marco Brambilla said: "Because of Kanye West's own concept of celebrity he's keenly self-aware of all these things. And it all came out in the music".
30.12.2009 10:47
Eminem was forced to change lyrics of his songs
Eminem announced that he would change the lyrics of several songs for the performance in Britain after some of his compositions were considered homophobic and generated protest from different gay rights protection organizations in the UK.
30.12.2008 10:03
Kanye West is chanting spiritual songs
Kanye West has begun to perform spiritual songs. US rapper belives that it will help him to improve his singing voice and drive evil spirits away.
30.10.2008 15:46
50 Cent gave an advise to Kanye West
50 Cent gave an advice to hip-hop star Kanye West, speaking about an incident in aiport, when West started a fight with photographer. 50 Cent said that Kanye must learn how to deal with the paparazzi.
30.08.2009 20:17
Beyonce will perform at the MTV Video Music Awards
Beyonce was officially announced to perform at the MTV Video Music Awards 2009. She will join Green Day, Pink, Taylor Swift, Muse and a number of other artists.
30.07.2010 17:23
Kanye West felt dissatisfied with new album's title
Kanye West decided to change the title of his upcoming album. "The album is no longer called Good Ass Job. I'm bouncing a couple of titles around now", claimed he.
30.07.2009 15:31
Ian Brown wrote songs for Kanye West And Rihanna
Ian Brown claimed that his recently released single Stellify was originally thought to become Rihanna’s song. Brown also revealed that one song from his upcoming album My Way was originally written for Kanye West’s last record.
30.06.2011 20:24
Jay-Z and Kanye West may release new album on Monday
According to the repots, joint album by Jay-Z and Kanye West may be released on Monday. A source was cited as saying: "Word on the block is that Jay-Z and Kanye West are going to release Watch The Throne".
30.06.2009 14:15
Michel Jackson left an unfinished music video
Michael Jackson was working on a music video during two weeks before his death. An unnamed source told that this production was set to feature a cemetery, lush jungle and a construction site.
29.12.2011 15:29
Kanye West may move to Great Britain
Kanye West is going to leave his home in Los Angeles and move to London, reports British press. This decision is caused by his desire to devote more time to his DW clothing label.
29.12.2008 10:28
The most popular albums of 2008 were named
Duffy’s album Rockferry was named the biggest selling album of 2008, while the cover of Leonard Cohens song Hallelujah, performed by X Factor winner Alexandra Burke, became the biggest selling single of 2008.
29.10.2010 17:44
Drake and Jay-Z set to collaborate one more time
Canadian R&B singer Drake is going to record another duo with Jay-Z. "I look forward to making that. If me and Jay-Z do another record ... I just want it to be a song", said he.
29.09.2010 08:50
Kanye West revealed release date for new album
Kanye West finally announced release date for his new album Dark Twisted Fantasy. The record will arrive on the same day with another two highly anticipated hip-hop albums – by Ne-Yo and Nicki Minaj.
29.08.2011 09:49
Katy Perry is ''incredibly happy'' with her MTV VMA success
Katy Perry claimed that she has been feeling ''incredibly happy'' after winning the main prize of MTV Video Music Awards ceremony. ''It's fantastic. I am incredibly happy In fact, I still do not believe it'', claimed Katy Perry in an interview after the event.
29.07.2011 10:28
Adele and Lil Wayne to perform at MTV VMA ceremony
The list of artists set to perform at the upcoming MTV Video Music Awards ceremony was revealed. It features Lil Wayne, who promised to perform several songs from Tha Carter IV, as well as Adele and Chris Brown.
29.07.2010 10:26
Kanye West performed three new songs at Facebook headquarters
Rapper performed three songs from his upcoming album at the Facebook headquarters. "To all my friends at Facebook, your energy was a gift so electric, so genuine, that it really helped me give my best", he wrote on his blog later.
29.06.2010 15:45
Kanye West’s new album is set to be released in September
Kanye West announced new studio album – the record is set to hit the stores in September. According to Billboard, it will feature tracks produced by Q-Tip, Pete Rock and Wu Tang Clan's RZA.
29.06.2010 15:38
Nine Inch Nails joined Arizona boycott
Nine Inch Nails, My Morning Jacket and Gogol Bordello have joined the list of musicians who promised not to perform in Arizona. They protest against the new controversial immigration law that passed in the state this spring.
29.06.2009 15:23
Madonna was going to perform with Michael Jackson
Madonna was set to make an appearance at the one of the Michael Jackson’s London gigs. «She told me she wanted to do a surprise performance at one of Michael Jackson's UK shows», said the singer’s manager Guy Oseary.
29.04.2011 08:19
Justin Bieber wants to star in a movie
Mark Wahlberg revealed that he and Justin Bieber have discussed an opportunity of making a movie together. "He sent me a video of himself, and, yeah, I think he's really talented", said Wahlberg.
28.11.2008 16:57
Motley Crue expressed their opinion on Chinese Democracy
Motley Crue claimed that they were not surprised when Kanye West’s new album outsold Guns N' Roses’ disk. «The thing about Guns N' Roses is, it's not really Guns N' Roses», said Motley Crue's singer Vince Neil.
28.10.2011 18:13
Justin Bieber recorded a duo with Mariah Carey
Justin Bieber revealed that he has recorded a track together with Mariah Carey. The pair has collaborated on the cover of the track All I Want For Christmas Is You, Carey's song originally released in 1994.
28.10.2010 21:00
Jay-Z is "incredibly happy" to work with Kanye West
Jay-Z claimed that his recent collaboration with Kanye West has made him "incredibly happy". "He has great talent, great passion, great ambition. You feel alive when you stand by such guys", claimed he.
28.09.2010 15:35
Mos Def signed to Kanye West's record label
Mos Def has signed a contract with G.O.O.D Music record label, which belongs to Kanye West. The details of the agreement are yet unknown. The list of artists who are working with G.O.O.D Music already features Kid Cudi, John Legend and others.
28.08.2009 14:26
Eminem joined forces with Lil' Wayne and Kanye West
Rappers have recorded a song for the soundtrack of a documentary movie about famous basketball player LeBron James. For Lil' Wayne, this track becàme the first collaboration with Eminem.
28.06.2011 08:14
Jay-Z wants to collaborate with Paolo Nutini
Jay-Z is planning collaboration with Scottish blues and folk singer Paolo Nutini. "Jay-Z was getting really excited about Paolo Nutini. They talked about future projects - Jay-Z is keen to work with him", à source close to Jay-Z told The Sun newspaper.
28.05.2009 21:22
Kanye West spoke about new album by Jay-Z
Kanye West revealed details about Jay-Z’s upcoming album The Blueprint 3, describing it as «the opposite» of his own recent record 808s And Heartbreak, although West is the producer of new record.
28.03.2008 00:00
Kanye West alleged in plagiarism
Kanye West is being sued by a songwriter from Maryland Dayna Staggs. He is demanding 85 per cent of all world sales of the proceeds from song Good Life.
28.01.2011 15:05
Elton John thinks Kanye West is a "phenomenon"
Elton John claimed that he has become a huge fan çà hip-hop and especially Kanye West. Singer named rapper's last studio effort My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy "genius record", and Kanye West himself "phenomenon".
27.11.2009 14:49
Eminem named new tracks for Relapse: Refill
Eminem revealed tracklisting for Relapse: Refill – the reissue of his last studio album Relapse. Upcoming release is set to feature seven entirely new songs, including single recorded together with Drake, Lil Wayne and Kanye West.
27.10.2011 20:36
Kanye West to help Justin Bieber with new album
Justin Bieber revealed details about the work on his next album Believe. "I'm working with a lot of cool people. I'm working with Kanye West. Drake is gonna work on the album with me, and a lot of different artists", said he.
27.10.2009 12:54
Q Awards winners announced
Q Awards 2009 ceremony was held on October 25 in London. Muse have triumphed in the main Best Act In The World category. Arctic Monkeys were named the Best Live Act.
27.06.2009 11:52
US president Barack Obama hailed Michael Jackson
Barack Obama has contributed to the death of Michael Jackson. According to a White House spokesman, Obama felt Jackson was a «music icon» and «spectacular performer».
27.01.2009 13:14
Grammy Awards participants announced
Radiohead, Paul McCartney, Jay-Z and a lot of other musicians were announced to perform at Grammy Awards. Radiohead will perform solo, while Paul McCartney is set to play together with Dave Grohl.
26.12.2010 22:27
Nicki Minaj named Kanye West her mentor
Nicki Minaj has praised Kanye West for being her mentor. Singer claimed that rapper has taught her many useful things about modern scene. "He's become my mentor, he gives me advice, he hits me", said she.
26.11.2010 09:08
Kanye West's new album to become gold in one week
Kanye West's new studio effort is set to achieve gold status during its first week. According to Billboard, if the sales of the album stay on the same level, it will be bought about 550,000 times by the end of Sunday.
26.10.2010 21:00
Jay-Z and Kanye West to record collaboration album
Kanye West revealed that he is set to record an album in collaboration with Jay-Z. "We've done about five songs so far… but we got some more. But think about it, it's really easy", said Kanye West.
26.10.2010 20:59
Jay-Z and Kanye West to record collaboration album
Kanye West revealed that he is set to record an album in collaboration with Jay-Z. "We've done about five songs so far… but we got some more. But think about it, it's really easy", said Kanye West.
26.10.2009 12:40
Lady Gaga spoke about the cancellation of Fame Kills tour
Lady Gaga discussed her recently canceled collaboration tour with Kanye West, titled Fame Kills. Singer hinted that the tour was canceled due to Kanye, and also claimed that they may hit the road together in future.
26.09.2010 18:43
30 Seconds To Mars will finally release a duo with Kanye West
30 Seconds To Mars revealed plans to release the track Hurricane, recorded together with Kanye West about a year ago. The band’s Jared Leto described the song as "one of the strongest" Kanye West has ever recorded.
26.09.2008 13:30
Kanye West suggested fans to remix his new single
Kanye West has given fans an opportinity to make a remix on his new song Love Lockdown. Few days ago, Radiohead also let fans to remix song The Reckoner.
26.08.2011 21:02
Musical about Kanye West staged in Australia
A production of the musical based on Kanye West's life has finished in Sydney, Australia. "This is a story of a struggle against the man to become the man", says official announcement.
26.05.2008 00:00
Jazz musician’s daughter sued four rappers
U.S. jazz musician Joe Farrell's daughter Kathleen Firrantello filled a lawsuit against four rappers. She accused them of using her father's music without approval.
26.04.2012 18:08
Jay-Z to make a videogame based on his life
Jay-Z is going to launch a Facebook game based on his own life. Titled Empire, it will allow players to follow rapper's path from slums of New York to becoming world-famous celebrity and millionaire.
26.04.2012 18:02
30 Seconds To Mars want to collaborate with Eminem
Jared Leto revealed the names of artists he and his bandmates want to collaborate with. 30 Seconds To Mars singer also claimed that the band is currently devoting all its time to the new album.
26.04.2010 13:38
Songs by Lady GaGa and Aerosmith will be included in Glee soundtrack
Third installment of the Glee soundtrack is set to feature covers on songs by Lady GaGa, Aerosmith and Beck. Reworked versions of Kiss’ and The Beatles’ hits will be included too.
26.01.2010 21:17
MGMT revealed some details about new album
Members of American electronic duo MGMT revealed some details concerning their new studio album Congratulations. According to their words, it was inspired by such artists as Lady GaGa and Kanye West.
26.01.2009 16:01
Lil' Wayne is finishing rock-album
US rapper Lil’ Wayne announced that his new album Rebirth would be released in the begining of Aipril. Rebirth will become Lil’ Wayne’s first ever rock-album.
26.01.2009 16:00
Famous composers will perform together with hip-hop artists
A series of Timeless shows will take place in Los Angeles. It will feature musicians whom rappers consider to influence hip-hop since the 1970s. They will be accompanied by modern DJs and rappers.
25.11.2010 09:02
Rihanna said Kanye West's new album was "genius"
Rihanna praised Kanye West's recently released album My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy by calling it "genius". "What a work of art, genius album", wrote she on her Twitter account.
25.10.2010 08:14
Kanye West's new movie premiered
New movie by Kanye West, titled Runaway, was premiered yesterday. The film tells the story of Kanye himself and his new girlfriend, who turns out to be a phoenix fallen to earth.
25.09.2009 11:56
The Stone Roses frontman wants to record a duo with Rihanna
Ian Brown claimed that he would like to record another version of his recently released single Stellify together with Rihanna. Brown revealed that he also has unfinished song for Kanye West.
25.04.2011 18:07
Lil Wayne said he has begun "Twitter strike"
Lil Wayne revealed that he has started "Twitter strike" after his page has been hacked twice. "Once I got it hacked I had Twitter fix it. And then it got hacked again so I just shut it down. As of right now, I'm on Twitter strike", said he.
25.01.2011 13:51
Lil Wayne to release next studio effort in April
Lil Wayne is set to release his next studio album The Carter IV in April, according to the reports by Rolling Stone magazine. It was also stated that The Carter IV would feature collaborations with T-Pain and Kanye West.
24.12.2009 15:48
Eminem dressed up as Santa Claus
Eminem announced an unusual charity action on his official website. He offers his fans to order one of two posters showing him dressed as Santa Claus. All proceeds from posters sales will go to charity organization founded by Eminem himself.
24.12.2008 14:54
Kanye West wants to design suit for Obama
US rapper Kanye West said he would like to design clothe for American president-elect Barack Obama. «I could design something for Obama to go to the club in», said he.
24.11.2010 15:19
Documentary about Nicki Minaj was filmed
Nicki Minaj revealed that she has become a main character of a documentary movie. According to the Trinidad-born singer, it will reveal her "true nature" and show sides of her character not seen on the stage.
24.10.2010 09:31
Kanye West thinks his new album's title is
Kanye West claimed that he felt proud of the new title he has chosen for his upcoming album. He also praised the cover of the record. "They are really proper, decadent, soulful lavishness, and it's exactly what I wanna say", said he.
24.10.2010 09:24
Jay-Z believes rap is "really poetry"
Jay-Z spoke about his upcoming book Decoded which is set to be released in November. "I want to show that rap is really poetry. It's not just a bunch of guys putting rhyming words together", said he.
24.09.2010 21:28
Kanye West created the list of the most
Kanye West has posted special "Cool List" on his Twitter account – it features musicians and artists whom he considers to be cool. Rapper also asked fans to create their own lists. "Who do you think the coolest famous creative people are?" wrote he.
24.09.2008 06:27
Kanye West will write music for puppet-show
Kanye West is going to write music for new US comedy TV-show titled Alligator Boots which is described as «hip-hop meets The Muppets».
24.08.2011 19:33
Jay-Z and Kanye West are sued by American musician
US soul singer Syl Johnson has filed a lawsuit against Jay-Z and Kanye West. He claims that rappers have used the sample from his song Different Strokes on their track The Joy without asking his permission or paying him any money.
24.08.2010 19:29
Eminem will perform at the MTV Video Music Awards 2010
Famous rapper was added to the list of artists set to perform at the upcoming MTV Video Music Awards ceremony. Katy Perry and Justin Timberlake are among those who will present awards.
24.03.2011 09:38
Jay-Z and Kanye West new album is nearly finished
New joint album by Jay-Z and Kanye West, titled Watch The Throne, is almost done. "It just needs little tweaks and things like that. But the core of the album is finished", claimed producer of the record, Young Guru.
23.12.2011 10:11
List of persons set for Grammy Lifetime Achievement award revealed
Diana Ross was named among musicians set to receive Grammy Lifetime Achievement award. It will be first time when former Supremes frontwoman will be praised with Grammy honor.
23.09.2010 13:41
MIA recorded a duo with Kanye West
MIA revealed that she has recently recorded a duo with Kanye West. The song will be featured on rapper’s fifth album. According to MIA's words, collaboration with Kanye West was an "electrifying" experience.
23.08.2010 13:53
Kanye West promised to release new song each weekend
US rapper announced that he would release new song each Friday until Christmas. "I'm dropping 1 new song every weekend until Xmas. It may be my song it may be a new Jay-Z song or something else", said Kanye West.
23.07.2008 00:00
Kanye West will make a documentary about Iraq veterans
Kanye West is going to create a documentary Choose Or Lose & Kanye West Present: Homecoming, visiting the returned veterans to discuss stories about the war and how they are adjusting to life back home.
23.06.2009 16:41
À street may be named after Elton John
Elton John may get a street named after him. The local council of his native town Pinner is «considering plans to name a road after its most famous musical son».
23.05.2009 12:01
Rihanna and Kanye West shot music video together
Rihanna acted in a music video for Kanye West’s new single Paranoid. It shows Rihanna driving around late at night and underlines such words in the song’s lyrics as «betrayal» and «traumatic delusions».
22.04.2011 13:55
Justin Bieber and Kanye West are among most influential people of the world
Kanye West and Justin Bieber were included in the annual list of 100 most influential people of the world, created by Time magazine, along with Oprah Winfrey, Barack Obama, and other famous people.
22.02.2010 12:32
Beyonce leads in number of golden and platinum records in 21 century
Beyonce has topped the recently compiled list of the artists who released most number of golden and platinum records in last ten years. Taylor Swift leads in separate chart for digital music sales.
21.12.2010 18:10
Madonna is looking for those who want to collaborate with her
Singer revealed plans to start the work on the new studio effort as soon as possible. "I'm on the look out for the maddest, sickest, most badass people to collaborate with", she wrote on her Facebook account.
21.10.2011 11:26
Kanye West to release best hits compilation
Kanye West announced plans to release new album next spring. It will be a compilation of his best collaborations with other artists. The record will feature Big Sean, Pusha T, Common, John Legend, Kid Cudi, Mos Def and others.
21.10.2009 11:22
Rihanna spoke about new album
Rihanna revealed some details concerning the release of her fourth studio album. The record is set to hit the stores on November 23 and will be given a title Rated R. The album’s release is preceded by single Russian Roulette.
21.07.2009 14:03
Jay-Z revealed new details about The Blueprint 3
Jay-Z claimed that he has decided to remove all traces of using an auto-tune from his upcoming album The Blueprint 3. «Now people are using auto-tune even in fast food chain Wendy's commercials», explained rapper.
21.06.2009 13:36
Lady GaGa has started work on a new album
Lady GaGa announced that she has already started the work on her next studio album. She also claimed that upcoming record will feature a number of collaborations with famous artists.
21.01.2009 12:31
BRIT Awards nominations announced
Coldplay and Duffy have got most nominations for the BRIT Awards 2009, being nominated for 4 awards each. BRIT Awards ceremony will take place on February 18 in London.
20.10.2010 09:07
Elton John collaborated with Kanye West on upcoming single
Kanye West revealed that next single from his upcoming album My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy would represent his collaboration with a number of famous guests, such as Elton John, Rihanna and Alicia Keys.
20.10.2009 13:02
Lil' Wayne named release date for Tha Carter IV
According to the official statement by Cash Money Records label, Wayne’s highly anticipated album Tha Carter IV will hit the stores in the middle of December. It was also said that another long-awaited album by Lil' Wayne – The Rebirth – would be released until 2010.
20.09.2009 14:58
Jay-Z spoke in support of Kanye West
Jay-Z expressed his opinion over Kanye West incident at the recent MTV Video Music Awards ceremony. Rapper claimed that media has «overreacted in condemning him». «He didn't kill anybody. No one got harmed», said Jay-Z.
20.09.2008 13:06
Kanye West spoke about new album
Kanye West spoke about recording of the new album 808’s And Heartbreak: «I've been workin' on 808’s And Heartbreak about 16 hrs a day and passed out for a little bit».
20.08.2010 20:13
Jay-Z remains the richest rapper on the planet
Forbes unveiled its annual list of the richest hip-hop artists of the world. The chart was topped by Jay-Z – for the second year in a row. Lil Wayne managed to become fourth, although he remains in jail since March.
20.08.2009 10:18
Jay-Z’s new album was recorded in collaboration with Kanye West and Alicia Keys
Jay-Z revealed that his upcoming album would feature collaborations with Mr Hudson, Alicia Keys, Pharrell Williams, Kanye West, Empire Of The Sun's Luke Steele, Rihanna and some other artists.
20.07.2009 13:11
Keane are working on a duo with Kanye West
Keane announced that they were working on a new single together with Kanye West. The band has also collaborated with another hip-hop artist, K'Naan. Both tracks will be released until the end of year.
20.07.2009 13:11
Jay-Z is afraid of his new album being stolen
Jay-Z is aware that his highly anticipated new album The Blueprint 3 will be somehow stolen and posted online. The rapper even decided to deliver the record to his record label in person to get sure none will copy it.
20.02.2011 19:01
Nicki Minaj would like to make a duo with Britney Spears
Nicki Minaj claimed that she did not want to collaborate with anyone – however, singer pointed she could make an exception for Britney Spears. "Britney's a snatch like me and she's cute. Yes. We might do something", claimed she.
19.10.2010 15:24
Kanye West not bothered that his new album cover banned in United States
Kanye West claimed he was not bothered that his recently revealed cover for the album has been banned in USA. "I wanna sell albums but not at the expense of my true creativity", said he.
19.07.2011 21:58
Jay-Z and Kanye West to release joint album in August
Kanye West and Jay-Z officially confirmed release date for their highly anticipated joint album Watch The Throne. Rappers also revealed tracklist for upcoming record.
19.05.2012 19:50
Radiohead will not release new album in upcoming future
Ed O'Brien denied the rumors that the band was going to release new album soon. "There are songs that we have started, that we never finished, but there's not like seven or eight finished songs waiting to be released", claimed he.
19.03.2009 12:17
Madonna will choose songs for Greatest Hits compilation
Madonna asked fans to vote for songs that they would like to see on her forthcoming Greatest Hits album. This compilation will become Madonna’s last disk released by Warner Records.
19.02.2009 14:28
BRIT Awards ceremony was held
BRIT Awards ceremony was held in London. Welsh singer Duffy became the most successful artist, wining three awards – including Best Album for her debut release Rockferry.
18.12.2007 00:00
Timbaland played Madonna’s new single
A new single by Madonna called 4 Minutes To Save The World has received its world debut. Timbaland played the track at the Jingle Ball in Philadelphia.
18.11.2008 21:44
Kanye West likes Red Hot Chili Peppers
US rapper Kanye West said that American rock band Red Hot Chili Peppers is his favourite band because of its «really strong melodies».
18.10.2011 18:25
Coldplay thanked Kanye West for "music education"
Chris Martin claimed that Kanye West has taught listeners to explore new genres – just by mixing different styles in his own songs. "People like Kanye West are changing the way we all listen and the internet", said singer.
18.10.2010 13:48
Jay-Z to release best hits collection
Jay-Z revealed details about his new compilation album which is set to feature rapper's greatest hits. Titled The Hits Collection Volume 1, it will include 14 songs, ranging from old tracks to most recent ones.
18.09.2009 17:43
Dizzee Rascal slammed other producers for being greedy
Dizzee Rascal claimed that other modern producers got used to ask too much money for their work. «I don't feel I should pay someone a quarter of a million to produce me», said he.
18.08.2011 20:50
Kanye West has recorded a cover on Back To Black
Kanye West revealed that he has recorded a cover on the song Back To Black by Amy Winehouse. He added that new track is much more than just another version of the composition since he has put a lot of his personal feelings in it.
18.07.2010 21:30
Rage Against The Machine will protest against one of the USA laws through the concert
Rage Against The Machine will play a special concert to protest against the controversial immigration law in one of the USA states. They will be joined by Bright Eyes' Conor Oberst and some other acts.
18.07.2009 09:39
Kanye West collaborated with Kid Sister on her album
Kid Sister revealed details about her highly-anticipated debut album. The record will feature collaboration with Estelle, as well as a chart-breaking single Pro Nails, recorded together with Kanye West.
18.03.2011 23:00
Lil Wayne to release Tha Carter IV in May
Lil Wayne announced that his highly anticipated studio album Tha Carter IV would hit the stores in May. "It can come out tomorrow 'cause I'm so finished. But we shall wait for proper time to release it", claimed he.
17.12.2009 16:24
Lil' Wayne’s album went on sale by mistake
Last week Amazon online store mistakenly shipped about 500 copies of Lil' Wayne’s new album Rebirth to the people who pre-odered it. According to the US media, this is the reason why rappers duo with Eminem, titled Drop The World, leaked online.
17.12.2008 10:53
Keane will record a duo with Kanye West
Keane drummer revealed that the band was working together with US rapper Kanye West. «I don’t know, maybe we’ll do a little single, call it Keane-ye or something», said he.
17.10.2008 06:43
Kanye West announced new album
Kanye West is going to release an album in June 2009 in addition to new 808s & Heartbreak disk next month. «These are pieces of real life that I’m putting out for people to judge», said West.
17.09.2010 08:33
Kanye West named the title of his new album
Rapper announced that his new album would be named Dark Twisted Fantasy. However, according to the source close to rapper, Dark Twisted Fantasy is not final decision, and the title still may change before the release of the record.
17.07.2011 10:02
Lil Wayne apologized for Tha Carter IV delay
Lil Wayne has posted online a mixtape titled Sorry 4 The Wait to apologize to his fans for the constant delays of the album Tha Carter IV. Meanwhile, rapper's manager confirmed reports that release date for the record was set to the August.
17.04.2011 17:08
Lady GaGa revealed Born This Way artwork
Lady GaGa has unveiled the cover of her upcoming Born This Way album. The picture – which you can see on the left – shows a black background and singer spliced with a motorbike.
17.03.2009 12:15
Michael Jackson may record new album
Michael Jackson is going to release new album that will feature a number of famous artists. According to Jackson’s spokeperson, he may collaborate with Justin Timberlake and Rihanna on this record.
17.02.2010 15:59
Bjork has written a poetic tribute to late designer Alexander McQueen
Bjork has joined a list of artists who paid tribute to late fashion designer Alexander McQueen. However, she did it in unusual manner – Icelandic singer has written a poem devoted to McQueen.
17.02.2009 13:24
Justin Timberlake was named most stylish singer
GQ magazine has released its annual list of the Ten Most Stylish Men in America. The first place was given to Justin Timberlake, the list also includes rappers Kanye West and T.I.
17.01.2011 08:25
La Roux spoke about new album
La Roux have revealed some information about their next album. "I've been writing with some friends from another band, but I won't say who they are. They are established", claimed singer Elly Jackson.
16.12.2009 14:00
Lil Wayne will go in jail in February
The date when Lil Wayne will start prison term was announced. Famous rapper will go in jail on February 9 to stay a year-long stint for illegal gun possession. Lil Wayne is set to be imprisoned just a week after his long-awaited album Rebirth will hit the stores.
16.11.2010 17:33
Adele described her new album as "cheeky and sarcastic"
Adele revealed some details about her upcoming album 21. According to the singer, it will be "more upbeat, more cheeky, more sarcastic" than her debut record. "It's about the same things but about a different guy'', said she.
16.11.2008 10:34
Kanye West revealed tracklist for new album
Kanye West revealed list of tracks for his upcoming disk 808s & Heartbreak. Rapper himself was arrested in Newcastle on November 14 after attacking photographer.
16.11.2007 00:00
Kanye West cancels scheduled performance
Kanye West has canceled his performanc at the annual Victoria's Secret fashion show in Los Angeles. He canceled the show due to his mother death on November 10.
16.10.2009 12:15
Lil' Wayne revised his plans for upcoming album
US rapper confirmed information that his upcoming record The Rebirth could be released as a double album. According to Lil' Wayne’s words, The Rebirth may be accompanied with an album All-Star by Young Money – the band which is signed to his own record-label.
16.09.2010 12:19
Kanye West filmed the movie about "girl-phoenix"
US rapper revealed details about his new 40-minutue movie that is set to accompany his new album. It was shot during August in Prague and tells the story of a woman who turns to be "phoenix fallen to Earth".
16.09.2009 16:11
Kanye West made Barack Obama angry
Barack Obama was reportedly very angry with Kanye West’s incident during MTV VMA ceremony. «President Obama just called Kanye West a «jackass» for his outburst at VMA», says the report by ABC news agency.
16.07.2008 00:00
Barack Obama continues to gain musicians support
A number of famous musicians and actors will perform in support of Barack Obama. Among them are Kanye West, N.E.R.D, Scarlett Johannson, Ben Affleck and others.
16.03.2009 15:48
Michael Jackson may record a duo with Will.I.Am
Michael Jackson asked Black Eyed Peas’ Will.I.Am to join him in studio as he was working before the series if gigs in London. It is said that Kanye West may also join Jackson in studio.
15.09.2009 12:45
Kanye West apologized for MTV Video Music Awards 2009 incident
Kanye West made an apology for the incident which took place at the MTV Video Music Awards ceremony. Rapper climbed onstage to express his disagreement with Taylor Swift’s victory in Best Female Video category.
15.08.2010 19:28
Florence And The Machine to perform at the MTV Video Music Awards 2010
Florence And The Machine were named among the acts set to perform at the upcoming MTV Video Music Awards 2010 ceremony. The event will also feature a duo between Drake and Nicki Minaj, as well as Kanye West.
15.08.2010 19:14
Bon Iver recorded ten new songs with Kanye West
Members of American folk band revealed details about their recent collaboration with Kanye West. They recorded ten tracks together. One of them is based on the samples from Bon Iver's song Woods.
15.05.2012 14:24
Jay-Z to hold his own music festival
Jay-Z announced plans to hold his own music festival later this year. Titled Budweiser Made In America, it will take place in Philadelphia on September 1 and 2. Rapper also claimed that he will ask Barack Obama to visit the event.
15.04.2011 09:44
Beyonce posted a snippet of the new song online
Beyonce has posted online a 15-second fragment from her new song Who Rule The World. She also confirmed that music video she announced earlier this week would be filmed for this song.
15.04.2009 14:51
Kanye West collaborated with The Killers and 30 Seconds To Mars
US rapper revealed that he has recorded a song together with The Killers’ singer Brandon Flowers and 30 Seconds To Mars’ leader Jared Leto.
15.03.2010 16:33
Kanye West has recorded a duo with Keane
Members of Keane revealed that they have recorded several tracks together with Kanye West. «I hope it’s something we do make use of on a record at some point», claimed Keane's singer Tim Rice-Oxley.
15.03.2009 13:24
Kanye West will record «super» album
R&B singer The Dream revealed his plans to record new disk with rapper Kanye West. The Dream said that together they would record «super album» by combining his R&B talents with Kanye’s hip-hop experience.
14.11.2008 12:58
Kanye West compared himself to Michael Jordan
Kanye West said that he was «voice of this generation», also comparing himself with Michael Jordan. At the same time, Kanye West criticized Justin Timberlake for not releasing new albums.
14.11.2007 00:00
Kanye West asked people for charity
Kanye West has released a statement, asking fans to donate money to his teacher training institute. Kanye West also said some words relating to his mothers death.
14.08.2008 15:56
Barack Obama and John McCain named their favorite songs
US Presidential candidates Barack Obama and John McCain revealed their ten favorite songs. Obama’s favorite track is Ready Or Not by Hip Hop band Fugees, and McCain turned out to be ABBA fan.
14.04.2011 13:33
Lady GaGa said Alexander McQueen has helped her to write Born This Way
Lady GaGa praised late designer Alexander McQueen as a co-author of her upcoming Born This Way album. "I think he planned the whole thing. Right after he died, I wrote Born This Way", claimed singer.
14.01.2009 14:50
Radiohead frontman stared in advertising campaign
Thom Yorke will appear in a new advertisement campaign for this year's Grammy Awards along with such artists as Stevie Wonder, Rihanna and Lenny Kravitz. Rumors say that Coldplay and Kanye West will also join the campaign.
13.11.2007 00:00
Jay-Z supported Kanye West during the hard time
Famous rapper Jay-Z has paid tribute to his fellow, another rapper Kanye West, supporting him during the hard time. He dedicated his show in in New York to Kanye West’s mother.
13.10.2010 12:33
Kanye West still working on his new album
Kanye West has revealed that he still had not finished his studio new effort. "Late night in the studio in Australia wrapping up the album...what songs will make it, what songs won't", wrote he in his post on Twitter.
13.09.2010 09:15
Lady GaGa is happy with MTV Video Music Awards results
Lady GaGa claimed that she was "extremely happy" to win eight honors during yesterday's MTV Video Music Awards ceremony. "It is great. Thank you, my little monsters and everybody who helped me to have all of it", said she.
13.08.2010 21:32
Kanye West explained why he loved Twitter
Kanye West explained why he has decided to get Twitter account. According to the rapper, he felt tired of journalists, and Twitter turned out to be a good opportunity to communicate with fans without press.
13.08.2009 12:55
Jay-Z and Lady Gaga will perform at MTV Video Music Awards
Jay-Z and Lady GaGa were invited to perform at this years’ MTV Video Music Awards ceremony. Lady GaGa also leads the nominations for the MTV Video Music Awards, being nominated for nine awards.
13.07.2011 14:36
Mary J. Blige to make a sequel to one of her albums
Mary J. Blige revealed that her next studio effort would become some sort of the "sequel" to her My Life album. "It's called The Journey Continues because on the first My Life album, we all just were depressed and wanted to die", said she.
13.07.2009 12:59
Jay-Z named as the richest rapper
Forbes Magazine has published the list of the richest rappers in the world. Jay-Z reached the first place with the annual income of $35 million. The second place was taken by Sean Diddy Combs with $30 million.
13.04.2009 14:50
Kanye West will create his own energy drink
US rapper and producer claimed that he was going to launch energy drink in a collaboration with American company Guru. It was also announced that Kanye West, Common and Jay-Z would start their own clothing lines.
13.02.2010 22:33
Madonna paid tribute to late designer Alexander McQueen
Madonna praised late fashion designer Alexander McQueen as «creator of beauty». «McQueen was a truly unique visionary in the world of fashion. A creator of beauty. What a tragedy», claimed she.
12.12.2010 16:07
Kanye West cut duo with Drake from his album
Drake spoke about his recent collaboration with Kanye West. Together they recorded the song All Of The Lights for Kanye's new album My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy. However, later West cut Drake from his appearance on the track.
12.12.2007 00:00
Maroon 5 became iTunes best-seller this year
Maroon 5 and their album It Won't Be Soon Before Long was named the best-selling album on iTunes this year. Speaking about single songs, Fergie's Big Girls Don't Cry was the top seller.
12.11.2008 11:14
Kanye West named Jay-Z’s new album «phenomenal»
Kanye West praised Jay-Z’s upcoming album The Blueprint 3, which Kanye produced himself. West also revealed that two songs from The Blueprint 3 would be titled Jockin' Jay-Z and History.
12.09.2009 22:31
Eminem and Jay-Z will appear at the MTV Video Music Awards 2009
Eminem will take part in this year’s MTV Video Music Awards ceremony. It was also announced that Jay-Z will make special appearance together with Alicia Keys to sing Empire State Of Mind.
12.08.2010 13:49
Kanye West collaborated with Beyonce
US rapper revealed that his upcoming album is set to feature collaborations with such famous persons as Beyonce, Kid Cudi and Bon Iver. He also confirmed reports that the album was produced by Q-Tip, Pete Rock and Wu-Tang Clan's RZA.
12.07.2011 20:45
Lil Wayne named Tha Carter IV release day
Lil Wayne claimed that he has finished the work on his highly anticipated album Tha Carter IV. He also revealed that the record would be preceded by single How To Love, inspired by Tupac.
12.02.2010 14:28
Kanye West said late designer Alexander McQueen was «an angel»
Katy Perry, Kanye West and Lady Gaga were among artists who paid tribute to late fashion designer Alexander McQueen. Kanye West wrote in his blog: «He was a genius… he was so important and special.... We lost an angel».
12.02.2009 13:53
Kanye West apologised to MTV
Kanye West apologised to MTV for an accident that happened backstage at 2007 MTV Video Music Awards. Rapper claimed he was ashamed of his behavior. «I should never do anything to disrespect that», said he.
11.12.2011 17:17
Jay-Z and Kanye West to record another album
Jay-Z claimed that he and Kanye West may record another joint album in 2012, the follow-up to this year's Watch The Throne. "You might see a Jay-Z, then Kanye and a Watch The Throne album next year… We really found our zone", claimed he.
11.12.2009 14:46
Lil Wayne postponed Rebirth’s release again
Lil Wayne announced that his long-awaited album Rebirth would not hit the stores this month. US rapper may be already put in prison for illegal gun possession by the time album would be released.
11.12.2008 07:32
Kanye West praised his own single
US rapper Kanye West praised his new song Love Lockdown, the lead single from the upcoming album 808s And Heartbreak. «When it comes in it does not sound like anything else ever made in history», said he.
11.11.2010 17:10
Kanye West prefers British music acts
Kanye West has compared American and British music industry. "We have had amazing bands like Nirvana and Guns N' Roses but it's the British who have had the cream setting the standard", said he.
11.11.2009 16:54
Lil Wayne named release date for The Rebirth
Lil Wayne announced that his highly anticipated album The Rebirth would hit the stores on December 15. The record, which features collaborations with Blink-182 and Lenny Kravitz, will become Lil’ Wayne’s first ever rock-album.
11.10.2009 21:11
Lady GaGa will release eight new songs
Lady GaGa announced plans to reissue her debut album with several new songs. «No songs about money, no songs about fame. I wrote it for my fans, so I wrote everything in between», claimed she.
11.06.2009 20:20
Kanye West will go on a joint tour with Lady GaGa
US rapper announced that he will tour with Lady GaGa across US later this year. «She's talented and so incredible that she's not an opening act», said he.
11.04.2011 12:11
Nicki Minaj named Avril Lavigne among her favorite artists
Nicki Minaj revealed the list of artists she preferred to listen on the road. According to the singer, it features Avril Lavigne, as well as Lil Wayne, Rihanna, Kanye West and others.
11.04.2010 18:20
Arcade Fire and Spike Jonze to make a film about friendship
Arcade Fire are set to collaborate with Hollywood director Spike Jonze, known for Where The Wild Things Are movie. Together they will create a small film which, according to the official reports, tells the story about friendship and «friends growing apart».
11.03.2009 13:49
U2 named the best rappers
Bono said that U2’s last album No Line On The Horizon has been influenced by Kanye West. He also praised Black Eyed Peas’ Will.I.Am, saying that rapper was «someone to watch».
11.02.2011 16:56
Kanye West wants to finish Watch The Throne "no matter what"
Kanye West revealed that he has recently joined to Jay-Z to continue the recording of their joint album Watch The Throne. "It will be done no matter what it takes. Its sound is unique", claimed Kanye West.
11.01.2011 15:10
My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy controversial cover was intended to be banned
George Condo – the artist who created controversial cover for Kanye West's album My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy – revealed that it was originally intended to be banned.
11.01.2009 15:26
Kanye West judges design contest
Kanye West was asked to become a judge for prestigious Design Awards contest. «Fashion is just my love. It’s something that I want to do for the rest of my life», said Kanye.
10.11.2010 14:05
Nicki Minaj praised Lil Wayne as her teacher
Nicki Minaj has thanked Lil Wayne for becoming her mentor. "I'd say to go super, super hard like your life depending on it and always act like, almost act like you're running out of time. That's what I've learned", claimed she.
10.11.2007 00:00
Two celebrities will help Michael Jackson
Two famous singers - Kanye West and Will.I.Am from Black Eyed Peas – will take part in recording Michael Jackson’s new album, which is set to realese in 2008.
10.10.2010 08:35
Kanye West to appear in La Roux' music video
La Roux revealed that Kanye West was set to appear in the upcoming music video for their song In For The Kill. According to singer Elly Jackson, rapper also created a remix for the song, which she described as "very nice".
10.07.2011 12:30
Jay-Z has started the work on the new album
Jay-Z revealed that he has already begun the work on his next studio effort. "I know exactly the tone and the whole feel of the album. I think when you experience creativity, you should get it out as much as possible", claimed he.
10.03.2011 08:46
Kanye West's side project may be disbanded
Hip-hop band Child Rebel Solider – created by Kanye West, Lupe Fiasco and Pharrell Williams – may stop its existence. "We're all three independent artists, all working", said Lupe Fiasco.
10.01.2012 16:18
Jay-Z devoted new song to his daughter
Jay-Z has posted online new song entitled Glory. According to the rapper, he and his wife Beyonce dedicate this track to their recently born daughter Blue Ivy Carter.
10.01.2010 18:45
Lil Wayne's album Rebirth may be released in time
The release date for Lil Wayne's highly anticipated new album Rebirth was finally confirmed as February 1. Earlier it was announced that rapper has decided to postpone the record until June 22. But recently his spokesperson claimed that the album would arrive in time.
09.12.2008 09:51
U2 may be working with Black Eyed Peas member
U2 may collaborate with Black Eyed Peas member Will.i.am on their upcoming album. According to Kanye West’s words, Will.i.am will produce some tracks for this record.
09.11.2008 11:18
Kanye West wants to be the greatest artist in the world
US rapper Kanye West revealed that his aim is to become the greatest artist in the world. West also criticized artists who claim that their records are better than The Beatles’.
09.10.2008 11:40
NASA named release date of their album
National Aeronautics And Space Administration, or simply NASA, revealed release date of their new album The Spirit Of Apollo. Upcoming record will feature such artists as Kanye West, MIA, Tom Waits and many others.
09.02.2009 18:22
Grammy Awards ceremony was held in Los Angeles
Coldplay have won two awards at the 51st Grammy Awards ceremony that was held in Los Angeles. The show featured performances by a lot of famous artists.
09.01.2011 20:08
Kanye West and Jay-Z named release date for their joint single
Kanye West revealed that new single he and Jay-Z have recorded together would hit the stores on Tuesday, January 11. He made a post on his Twitter account, showing cover with the words H.A.M. and release date.
08.12.2009 13:00
New Lil' Wayne’s song leaked online
Entirely new track from Lil' Wayne’s upcoming album Rebirth has leaked online. According to the reports, the song is performed in rock style and opens with the guitar solo – Rebirth is set to become Lil’ Wayne’s first ever rock-album.
08.12.2007 00:00
Kanye West got the biggest number of nominations for Grammy Awards
Kanye West and Amy Winehouse are the main favourites of the Grammy Awards 2008 – Kanye has got eight nominations while Amy has got six. The White Stripes earned four nominations.
08.11.2010 16:03
Lady GaGa is "incredibly happy" with her MTV EMA 2010 success
Lady GaGa revealed that she was "incredibly happy" when she has been praised at the MTV Europe Music Awards ceremony last night. "It was an outstanding feeling. I was incredibly happy to be honored with these awards", said she.
08.11.2009 20:49
Rihanna will perform a gig through the Web
Rihanna is going to preview her upcoming album Rated R during the online concert. «I am both excited and nervous about playing to millions of people across the world», said she.
08.10.2010 13:04
Kanye West collaborated with La Roux and Jay-Z on the new album
Kanye West revealed the full list of artist who collaborated with him on his new studio effort My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy. Rapper announced this list after performing at the British Academy of Film and Television Arts.
08.10.2008 10:12
Kanye West spoke about new single
Kanye West announced that the new single from his upcoming album 808s And Heartbreak would be titled Heartless. West made his announcment on a MySpace-sponsored show.
08.08.2011 19:57
Kanye West does not like his relations with others
Kanye West claimed that he feels upset with how other people react on him. "I walk through the hotel and I walk down the street, and people look at me like I'm insane, like I'm Hitler", said he.
08.02.2009 14:19
Oasis’ music video broke Kanye West’s heart
Kanye West revealed that new music video for Oasis’ song Falling Down touched him deeply. «Sometimes I see video and it breaks my heart that there are so few outlets for videos these days», said Kanye West.
08.02.2009 14:15
The Ting Tings will perform together with Estelle
The Ting Tings will play together with Estelle at the BRIT Awards ceremony. Upcoming show will also feature performances by Kings Of Leon, Coldplay, Duffy, Girls Aloud, Take That and U2.
07.12.2009 14:10
Kanye West announced new album
Kanye West said that he would release the recording of his performance at the TV show Storytellers as a live album. This show was recorded last February. West’s appearance was considered controversy, and several episodes were even deleted from the broadcast.
07.12.2009 14:10
Two new songs by Eminem leaked online
Two new songs from Eminem’s upcoming release Relapse: Refill has leaked online. The first one was inspired by famous Silence Of The Lambs movie, in second track rapper is mocking Amy Winehouse.
07.11.2010 19:05
Kanye West's new album will have interchangeable cover
Kanye West revealed that his upcoming album is set to utilize five different artworks. Upcoming studio effort will have a front cover with a window allowing to slide in one of the pictures.
07.11.2007 00:00
The Eagles new album is selling very fast
The Eagles new album Long Road Out of Eden, published by the company Wal-Mart, sold more than 710,000 copies in its first week. It’s the second result of the year.
07.10.2010 21:42
Kanye West said his new album would be one of the best records in hip-hop
Kanye West claimed that his next studio effort My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy would be "one of the best records in hip-hop". Rapper also claimed that he barely could wait until the release of his album.
07.08.2010 20:36
Kanye West will release new album in November
Kanye West revealed that his recently untitled new album was set to hit the stores "sometime in November". Rapper also claimed that the record was influenced by such artists as Nine Inch Nails and Radiohead.
07.06.2009 22:00
Jay-Z revealed new album’s release date
Jay-Z announced that his new disk The Blueprint 3 will hit the stores in September 2009 – right eight years after the release of the first The Blueprint album.
07.06.2009 21:58
Coldplay revealed details about new album
Coldplay announced some new details about their upcoming record. According to the band’s leader Chris Martin, yet-untitled record will be a concept album revolving around a secret story.
07.04.2012 17:22
Kanye West to produce his own energy drink and clothing line
US rapper and producer claimed that he was going to launch energy drink in a collaboration with American company Guru. It was also announced that Kanye West, Common and Jay-Z would start their own clothing lines.
07.04.2008 00:00
Participants of the Lollapalooza 2008 festival announced
The main participants of the annaul Lollapalooza festival were announced. It is an American music festival featuring rock, hip hop, and punk rock bands, dance and comedy performances.
07.01.2010 21:14
Madonna is going to start the work on the new album
Madonna revealed that she would start recording of her new album in the nearest future. According to the singer, her new record will be «halfway between rap and electronic and whatever else I listen to».
07.01.2010 21:13
Eminem and Lady Gaga were honored with People's Choice Awards
People's Choice Awards ceremony was held in Los Angeles yesterday, on January 6. Lady Gaga became the biggest winner of this year’s ceremony. She has won two awards – as Best Pop Artist and Breakout Artist.
06.12.2007 00:00
Critics named possible Grammy winners
Critics discuss who can be nominated for the Grammy Awards 2008. The main favourites are Kanye West and Amy Winehouse.
06.11.2009 18:20
Beyonce triumphed at the Europe Music Awards 2009
Beyonce was honored three times at the MTV Europe Music Awards ceremony which was held in Berlin last night. Lady GaGa, who was the main favorite for the upcoming ceremony with five nominations, finally received only one award as Best New Act.
06.10.2010 12:51
Kanye West again changed the name of his new album
Kanye West announced decision to change the name of his next studio effort. "The official album title is and always was ... My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy! We gone kill it again on November 22", wrote rapper on his Twitter account.
06.10.2009 11:53
Lady GaGa did not explain the cancellation of Fame Kills tour
Lady GaGa spoke about the cancellation of her joint tour with Kanye West. Singer did not reveal the reasons behind this decision, but claimed that she would go on solo tour next month.
06.09.2010 15:38
Kanye West wrote a song for Taylor Swift
Kanye West claimed that he has composed a new composition for Taylor Swift to apologize for the accident at last year's MTV Video Music Awards. "I wrote a song for Taylor Swift that's so beautiful and I want her to have it", says a message on his Twitter account.
06.09.2009 20:12
Jay-Z is already working on his next album
Jay-Z, who has recently finished his new album The Blueprint 3, revealed his plans concerning next record. According to US rapper, it will not become successful in charts.
06.09.2008 13:52
Jay-Z and Kanye West jewellery will be auctioned
Hip Hop's Crown Jewels auction will be held in New York next month. It will feature jewellery worn by the most famous hip-hop musicians.
06.04.2010 14:05
Madonna became the most played artist of the decade in Britain
Madonna has topped the chart of the most played artists in the 21st century in Britain. The singer has beaten The Beatles, who became second, and Robbie Williams, who has got the third place.
06.02.2008 00:00
Michael Jackson's video will be shown in cinemas for free
Michael Jackson's Thriller video is set to get a cinema screening in the UK. This show will mark the 25th anniversary of Jackson's most famous record.
05.12.2008 10:30
Leona Lewis’ song named the fastest-selling digital download
Leona Lewis’ cover on Snow Patrol’s song became the fastest-selling digital download ever. It was bought and downloaded 69,244 times in the two first day it was released.
05.10.2010 10:36
Kanye West praised fans for believing in him
Kanye West thanked his fans for good reception of his new song Runaway. "Thank you the 5 star reviews. Thank you guys for believing in me again", claimed he in the post on his Twitter account.
05.10.2009 14:56
Kanye West and Lady GaGa canceled collaboration tour
Live Nation promotion company announced that joint tour by US rapper Kanye West and Lady GaGa was canceled. The decision was made only few days after exact schedule has been revealed.
05.09.2008 13:09
Christina Aguilera and Kanye West will perform at MTV Video Music Awards
Christina Aguilera was announced to perform at MTV Video Music Awards ceremony that will take place in Los Angeles on September 7. Kanye West will also perform at the ceremony, although he promised not to appear at Video Music Awards last year.
05.08.2009 14:16
Lady Gaga and Beyonce became main favorites for MTV Video Music Awards
Beyonce and Lady GaGa both received nine nominations at the MTV Video Music Awards 2009, including Video of the Year category. Coldplay were nominated for five awards.
05.08.2009 14:16
Jay-Z revealed «speaking» cover for the new album
Jay-Z unveiled cover artwork for his upcoming album The Blueprint 3. The image shows a huge number of white music instruments thrown together. It also features three red stripes.
05.07.2011 18:21
Kanye West and Jay-Z to release two versions of their joint album
Jay-Z and Kanye West revealed that their joint album Watch The Throne would hit the stores in two editions – standard and deluxe. Jay-Z added that Watch The Throne has been recorded in collaboration with Swizz Beatz and No ID.
05.01.2010 11:45
Kanye West will record non hip-hop album
Kanye West announced that he has started the work on the new album, which would become «a big step away» from hip-hop music for him. «I want to bring realism on my album. Let us look past headlines and deal with just a bit of reality in this new decade», said he.
05.01.2010 11:42
Lil Wayne postponed the release of Rebirth
Lil Wayne decided to push back the release of his new album Rebirth. Highly anticipated record will not hit the stores on February 1. Instead, it will come out on June 22. Rapper did not explain the reason of this delay.
04.12.2011 17:55
Kanye West invited world leaders to his funerals
Kanye West claimed that he wants to see leaders of the world's most powerful countries at his funerals. "Ones that say: "Kanye gave me my first shot, he told me to believe in myself". I want to affect people like that if I pass away", said he.
04.11.2010 20:52
Jay-Z supported Barack Obama
Rapper urged American citizens to give Barack Obama time to deal with all the current issues. "In order to get to that sort of success and that dream, you have to go through some peaks and valleys", said he.
04.10.2010 16:41
Kanye West has forgiven his fans
Kanye West has posted another track online for free download– despite earlier claims that he has stopped to giveaway his songs. Rapper claimed that he decided to "forgive" his fans.
04.07.2011 14:26
Jay-Z and Kanye West denied rumors concerning Watch The Throne release
Kanye West and Jay-Z have not confirmed reports that their joint album Watch The Throne will hit the stores this week. The announcement has been made by Jay-Z's management.
04.06.2009 09:22
Kanye West premiered «new old music video»
Kanye West unveiled «new old music video» video on the song Spaceship. «I directed this video four years ago but I wasn't satisfied with it so I never released it», explained he.
04.05.2011 13:32
Beyonce have recorded a track for Jay-Z and Kanye West
Beyonce have recorded new song titled Lift Off, written by Jay-Z and Kanye West for their joint album Watch The Throne. It was also announced that the record would feature several tracks written by producer Bangladesh.
04.05.2008 00:00
Madonna said that she was listening to Timberlake «obsessively»
Madonna speaked about her collaborations with Justin Timberlake, Kanye West and Pharrell Williams. She also revealed that her recent collaboration with Justin Timberlake occurred because she was listening to his music «obsessively».
04.02.2009 10:59
Kanye West will perform a duo with Estelle
Kanye West will sing together with Estelle at this year's Grammy Awards ceremony. Miley Cyrus and Taylor Swift will also appear on stage together. Awards will be presented by Cheryl Crow, Craig Ferguson and others.
04.02.2008 00:00
Akon and Michael Jackson acted in a Pepsi commercial
Rapper Akon revealed that he has acted in a commercial with Michael Jackson. «It's supposed to be top secret», said he.
04.01.2011 12:34
New album by Kanye West and Jay-Z to be released in the nearest future
Kanye West claimed that the new album he and Jay-Z have recorded together is ready for release. "It is coming in one week", said he.
03.11.2010 17:22
Adele to release new album in January
Adele revealed details about her second studio album. Titled 21, it is set to be released on January 24. According to Adele, the new effort will be much different from her previous work named 19.
03.10.2008 13:50
Producers rejected Kanye West's TV comedy
Kanye West’s new TV comedy show was shelved for indefinite time because it was deemed «too hardcore» by HBO TV producers.
03.02.2012 13:17
Macy Gray to release a collection of covers
American R&B singer announced new album. Titled Covered, it is set to hit the stores in the end of March. The effort will feature different songs reworked by musician.
03.02.2010 12:55
Lil Wayne and Kanye West recorded new version of We Are The World
Lil Wayne, Kanye West and Celine Dion are among the artists who performed a new version of famous song We Are The World. All in all, 75 artists took part in the recording of the track.
03.02.2009 11:47
Kanye West will release a book about his tour
Kanye West is going to release a book devoted to his last tour. It will come with a CD that features symphonics from the show and interviews with Kanye West.
03.01.2010 15:24
Elton John said Eminem could be «a great example for others»
Sir Elton John claimed that Eminem’s struggle to overcome his drug addiction could be «a great example for others». «I've been helping Eminem over the last 18 months and he's doing brilliantly», said he.
02.12.2009 15:43
Eminem recorded a duo with Lil' Wayne
Lil' Wayne announced that his upcoming album Rebirth would feature the duo with Eminem. Rebirth is also set to include collaborations with Blink-182, Lenny Kravitiz and Fall Out Boy.
02.12.2008 12:39
Song from Jay-Z’s new album leaked online
New song from Jay-Z’s upcoming album The Blueprint 3 leaked onto the Internet. This track is titled Brooklyn Go Hard and will be included in the soundtrack of the Notorious B.I.G. biopic, titled Notorious.
02.10.2009 13:31
50 Cent claimed that Eminem was deceived
50 Cent said that Eminem was let down by rapper Drake. According to 50 Cent, Eminem did not know that other rappers will take part in the creation of the song he recorded together with Drake.
02.10.2008 15:22
Barack Obama praised hip-hop
USA Democratic Presidential candidate Barack Obama praised hip hop and hip hop culture. He added that he admires business talents of hip hop artists.
02.09.2011 16:36
Jay-Z have begun the work on his next album
Jay-Z announced that he has already started the work on his next studio effort. US rapper claimed that he has joined forces with producer No ID, who helped him with his previous effort The Blueprint 3.
02.09.2009 14:59
Jay-Z made a present for his fans
Jay-Z said that an incomplete version of his new album The Blueprint 3, which has leaked online yesterday, may be regarded as a gift for his fans. « It’s a preview. I’m excited for people to hear the album. I’m very proud of the work I’ve done, so enjoy it», said he.
02.06.2010 21:16
Kanye West and Zack de la Rocha promised not to perform in Arizona
Zack de la Rocha has launched a campaign among musicians asking them to boycott Arizona. Singer claimed that he wanted to protest against the controversial immigration law that passed in the state.
02.02.2011 14:27
Nicki Minaj said Beyonce "defies greatness"
Nicki Minaj praised Beyonce saying that she has always admired her and her achievements. "The fact that she complimented me, I never forgot that", claimed she.
01.12.2011 19:57
Kanye West promised to "blow up" Grammy Awards ceremony
Kanye West claimed he was very happy to learn that he has scored seven nominations for Grammy Awards 2012. "Man, it feels great. I will not deny I want all of them. I am going to blow up this ceremony, no matter what it takes", claimed he.
01.12.2007 00:00
Kanye West made a remix on Michael Jackson's song
Kanye West, Akon and will.i.am have contributed remixes to the 25th anniversary release of Michael Jackson's classic Thriller album. New disk will also include previously unreleased tracks from Jackson himself.
01.11.2010 17:54
Kanye West can't believe he is working with Jay-Z
Kanye West revealed his emotions about recent collaboration with Jay-Z. "It's really setting in on me that I'm actually doing a rap album with Jay-Z", he wrote on his Twitter account.
01.10.2010 09:47
Kanye West will not give away his songs for free anymore
Kanye West claimed that he decided to cancel his "Good Fridays" free music giveaway after one of the songs from his upcoming album leaked online. "It's messed up that one hacker can mess everything up for everyone", claimed he in his post on Twitter.
01.07.2009 15:16
Michael Jackson's musical production was stopped
A production of musical based on Michael Jackson's album Thriller has been put on hold following the death of the singer. Producer James Nederlander, who was working on this stage adaptation, said he did not know if the musical will be ever staged.
01.05.2012 10:22
Kanye West and Radiohead named among the greatest musicians of all time
Kanye West, Radiohead and Arctic Monkeys are among the acts that have entered the new version of 500 Greatest Albums Of All Time list, created by Rolling Stone magazine.
01.05.2009 15:48
The Killers convinced US public in conservatism
Brandon Flowers claimed that US public stayed for its listening prejudices and did not want to acknowledge new bands.
01.04.2012 22:01
Kanye West prefers Twitter to journalists
Kanye West explained why he has decided to get Twitter account. According to the rapper, he felt tired of journalists, and Twitter turned out to be a good opportunity to communicate with fans without press.
01.04.2012 21:56
Ian Brown wants to collaborate with Rihanna and Kanye West
Ian Brown claimed that he would like to record another version of his recently released single Stellify together with Rihanna. Brown revealed that he also has unfinished song for Kanye West.
01.04.2011 08:51
Adele was suggested to act in Glee
Creators of Glee claimed that they have suggested Adele to make an appearance in one of the episodes. "I don't know if Adele's an actress but I would love to hear her on Glee", said producer Matthew Morrison.
01.02.2012 22:21
Adele will perform at the Grammy Awards ceremony
Adele announced that she will take part in upcoming Grammy Awards ceremony. "It's an absolute honour to be included in such a night and for it to be my first performance in months is very exciting", said she.
