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The Week in Gossip: Multiple Personality Alert!

Friday, October 24th, 2008

Is the artist formerly known as Beyoncé trying to screw with us? The diva’s new album “I am…Sasha Fierce” is scheduled to drop on November 18. And, as the title suggests, it’s the debut of Beyoncé’s “fun, more sensual, more aggressive, more outspoken…and more glamorous” alter ego—Sasha.  (Because the real Beyoncé just wasn’t cutting it. Clearly.)

Make way for an even littler Lil Wayne! Rapper extraordinaire Lil Wayne became the daddy of a lil baby boy on Wednesday. Dwayne Carter III was born in a Cincinnati hospital to a mystery momma. Couple this with the MVP of the Year prize Lil Wayne took home from the BET Hip-Hop Awards last Sunday, and I think it’s safe to say it’s been an good lil week for our fave lil lyricist.

Speaking of offspring, make way for another self-satisfied singer/songwriter/douchebag extraordinaire. John Mayer is the alleged father of the alleged fetus growing inside Jennifer Aniston’s allegedly not malnourished (and thereby pregnable) body. For real.

Is Will Smith from Planet Unicorn? Truly reliable sources say The Fresh Prince has been palling around and “getting jiggy” with male prostitutes. Add Tom Cruise into the mix and, well, need I say more?

In other news you wish you didn’t care about (but let’s be honest), Britney Spears’ ongoing trial for driving without a license was declared a good-for-nothing mistrial on Tuesday. Obviously, the jury’s inclination to see Britney make a supposed “comeback” far outweighed its civic duty to throw her in the slammer for six whole paparazzi-free months. Priorities, priorities.

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Music News You Can Use: Guns, Roses, and More Tour Dates

Thursday, October 23rd, 2008

Guns N’ Roses have finally made it official. Rumors can be put to rest, as their long-delayed album, Chinese Democracy, will be available exclusively at Best Buy on November 25. Though many songs have leaked in the internet over the past weeks, the official first single is, well, “Chinese Democracy.” The album will be their first in 17 years, with Axl Rose as the only original member.

Any Rock Band 2 gamers here? I sure am, and can’t wait to download the 20 free exclusive songs from artists like Underoath, The Cab, Tickle Me Pink, and The Len Price 3. All songs will be available for download to RB2 owners on November 4. Also, did you know that you can make your own real merch for your fake band? Pure wannabe awesomeness (it makes me feel cool inside).

RIP Rudy Ray Moore. Moore, who was known for his starring role in the comedy blaxpoitation flick Dolemite, died of complications with diabetes Sunday. He has been considered a huge influence for the swag and style of numerous hip hop artists like Snoop Dogg, Big Daddy Kane, Dr. Dre, and 2 Live Krew. Moore was 81.

Mr. Marshall Mathers is back and “deeper” than ever. The rapper has been working with Dr. Dre for the past five months and will be releasing his album Relapse sometime before the end of the year. Rumors of Eminem’s return to the studio have been circulating for a while now, and we’re glad that there’s a definite answer. Also, his memoir, titled The Way I Am, was released earlier this week.

Tour dates for everyone! For all you ska junkies out there, Reel Big Fish will be embarking on a 3-month world tour starting October 30, and have also announced plans for a new album. For the pop-punk kids, the All-American Rejects head out November 6 to spread the word about their upcoming album When The World Comes Down. And let’s not forget about STP and ex-Velvet Revolver member Scott Weiland, who will be showcasing tracks from his upcoming LP starting November 11.

Oh, and meh. Lil Wayne is re-releasing The Carter III (um, okay); here’s a sneak peak of the new Rihanna and Justin joint (hot); and here’s proof (in my opinion) that Ms. Hate-Her-Or-Love Her, Katy Perry, can really sing and play the guitar (unlike rappers who use it as an accessory).

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Lil Wayne: King of the BET Hip Hop Awards Show

Tuesday, October 21st, 2008

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The BET Hip Hop Awards on Saturday could have been called Mr. Weezy’s Hip Hop Awards because the rapper Lil Wayne stole the evening. Nominated for 12 awards, Lil Wayne picked up Lyricist of the Year, MVP of the Year and People’s Champ, with the help of his hits, “A Milli,” “Lollipop,” “Got Money” and his recent single “Mrs. Officer.”

“These awards have been wonderful, especially when they call my name,” Wayne told MTV News. “That’s the best part about them. Twelve nominations—I think the only categories I’m not in are the female categories.”

Although the numerous awards may make his accomplishments seem easy, Lil Wayne beat out T-Pain (who he collaborated with on “Got Money”, DJ Khaled, T.I., Kanye West and Jay-Z for MVP.

And Weezy F. Baby, the rapper from the 17th Ward in New Orleans, announced he is expecting another son in “a couple of days” during his Lyricist of the Year award acceptance. Quite the family man, MTV reported that he dedicated the MVP award to his daughter.

According to all accounts, the show was full of surprises like T-Pain replacing comedian Katt Williams as host. And there were numerous performances by hip hop greats like T.I., Ludacris, Nas and Young Jeezy. The women also got into the mix. In an old school tribute, female rap icons, MC Lyte, Yo-Yo, the Lady of Rage and Salt-N-Pepa, whose 1993 classic “Whatta Man” song was dedicated to presidential candidate Barack Obama.

The show was pre-recorded last Saturday at the Boisfeuillet Jones Atlanta Civic Center but will air this Thursday, October 23 on BET. So, check out the show to find out the other big winners.

If you don’t know the song, “Lollipop,” what’s below is for you!

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