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Chris Brown Not Facing Charges in Phone Snatching Case
Well, looky here. Chris Brown received some good news today (Nov. 30). The Miami-Dade State Attorney's Office told NBC Miami that they are not prosecuting the singer for allegedly snatching a Miami woman's iPhone back in February.
Chris Brown + Big Sean Cover XXL Magazine’s Year-End Issue
Chris Brown and Big Sean are blinged out on the cover of XXL magazine's year-end issue. Interestingly, the two covers are perfectly timed as both artists are experiencing various highs and lows with their careers in 2012.
Michael Jackson’s ‘Thriller’ Celebrates Its 30th Anniversary
Although there's been much ado about Michael Jackson's influential 'Bad' album, nothing eclipses the unparalleled achievements of its predecessor 'Thriller.' 30 years ago, Michael's sixth album conquered the music world both with its astonishing sales records and musical impact.
Big Sean Hopes to Collaborate with Eminem on ‘Hall of Fame’ Album
Big Sean, who plans to release his second album 'Hall of Fame: Memoirs of a Detroit Player' in 2013, teases that he has some great features on the upcoming LP. However, the 'Finally Famous' rapper is still trying get fellow Detroit spitfire Eminem for his project...
Wiz Khalifa Rocks Jimmy Kimmel Live with ‘Remember You’ + ‘It’s Nothin’ Performances
Wiz Khalifa visited Jimmy Kimmel Live to perform his latest single 'Remember You' from his upcoming album 'O.N.I.F.C.' (in stores Dec. 4). You can tell that the Pittsburgh rhymer is a bona fide rockstar -- he has scarves wrapped around his microphone stand like Steven Tyler.
Rick Ross Reveals His Christmas Wishes to GQ Magazine
Rick Ross was indeed the boss in 2012. From launching his Maybach Music Empire to releasing his fifth album 'God Forgives, I Don't,' the Miami rapper was on top of his game this year. So it's only smart that GQ magazine named him "Bawse of the Year."
Chris Brown Drops ‘Where the F— Is My Lighter’ Song
Chris Brown is not having the best week ever, but that's not stopping him from releasing new music. After the brouhaha surrounding his Twitter feud, Breezy needs to take a smoke break. The song 'Where the F--- Is My Lighter,' is a smoke-hazed ode to chill-laxing.
Snoop Dogg + Rita Ora Star in ‘Christmas Carol’ Reenactment for Adidas
It's the holiday season and what better way to celebrate it than Snoop Dogg's retelling of the Charles Dickens classic 'A Christmas Carol.' The Doggfather teamed up with Adidas to present this cautionary tale, which co-stars soccer great David Beckman, singer Rita Ora and NBA star Derrick Rose.
The Weeknd Performs ‘Wicked Games’ on ‘Jools Holland’
The Weeknd traveled across the pond to make his first U.K. television appearance on BBC TV's popular variety show 'Later… With Jools Holland.' The singer, aka Abel Tesfaye, sung a haunting rendition of 'Wicked Games.'
Backed by a four-piece band and two background singers, the Weeknd brought the pain and despair to Holland's audience with his solemn performance...
Did Chris Brown Reveal His Album Title on Instagram?
Although Chris Brown deleted his Twitter account after his scatological feud with comedian Jenny Johnson, he's posting a bevy of photos on his Instagram page. In one post, he might have revealed the title of his next album.