Bet Cypher Line Up

The cyphers are arguably the most anticipated moments of the BET Hip-Hop Awards each year and the channel has a significant lineup again for this year’s edition. After the jump, take a look at al the artists who will try to impress you with their freestyles on October 9th. Note that not all of them will be aired but you will be able to watch the remaining ones online on them will be aired but you will be able to watch the remaining ones online on BET.com. Previous: West Coast + Ruff Ryders BET Cypher 2012 (Preview) Snoop Dogg, T.I., DMX, A$AP Rocky, Cassidy Mystikal, Talib Kweli, B.o.B, Eve, Boy Jones, Brianna Perry, Childish Gambino, Chipmunk, Lil Chuckee The Kid Daytona, Driicky Graham, E-40, YG, Hopsin Iggy Azalea, Joey Bada$$, K’La, Kendrick Lamar Kosha Dills, Kurupt, Mac Miller, Murda Mook, D Quik, RZA, ScHoolboy Q, Tito Lopez, Trae Tha Truth, Xzibit, Angel Haze and Ab-Soul 0

Trailer: The Art of Rap

Ice-T‘s documentary on the craft of hip-hop lyricism in which he interviews over 50 of the great MC’s  including Chuck D, Grandmaster Caz, Eminem, Snoop Dogg, Melle Mel, Q-Tip, Redman, Mos Def, Afrika Bambaataa, B Real, Immortal Tecnique, Ice Cube, MC Lyte, Nas, Dr. Dre, KRS One, Common, Kanye West, and many more. In theaters on June 15th.

Kreayshawn Previews "Keep It Craccin'" Featuring Snoop Dogg & V-Nasty

The Cali rapstress links with Tha Doggfather and her White Girl Mob cohort for a new cut.

Kreayshawn recently took to UStream to preview a new collaboration titled “Keep It Craccin’” featuring Snoop Dogg and V-Nasty.
The track, which will most likely appear on her Columbia Records debut, was the product of Tha Doggfather reaching out to the “Gucci Gucci” rapstress back in May to net a collaboration.
Preview the cut below.

Snoop Dogg's Vehicle Gets Impounded

The Doggfather gets his yellow convertible 1967 Pontiac Parasienne impounded during the holiday season.

Snoop Dogg is known for a variety of things. He's, of course, a legendary emcee and he has become an actor and football coach. He's also an avid fan of the Los Angeles Lakers and a car enthusiast. During the holiday season it seems one of his cars has been impounded, according to TMZ.

Gorillaz Debating Continuing The Band After This Year

After three acclaimed studio albums, the Rap-loving animated band considers their future.

Animated band The Gorillaz has brought a lot of success to the Hip Hop community. Hit singles with Del The Funky Homosapien, Booty Brown, The Pharcyde and Mos Def has carried the EMI/Virgin Records veterans through the last decade with a genre-bending sound, and acclaimed ensemble tours.
In a recent interview with ContactMusic.com, band co-founder Jamie Hewlett revealed that the band is considering hanging it up after three studio albums. "'This would be a wonderful point to leave Gorillaz; at the end of this tour, I think. This tour, with these people, is a one-off. It's a once-in-a-lifetime experience. We'll never repeat this," said Hewlett. He said that the band would re-evaluate things after their present world tour ends in January.
Earlier this year, The Gorillaz released Plastic Beach, which featured Mos Def, Snoop Dogg and De La Soul.

Too Short To Release EP In 2010, Features Snoop, Richie Rich

The Bay area legend will drop a six song digital EP in 2010

Out of nowhere, Too Short is bringing fans some new material this holiday season. The legendary Short Dog who has over 25 years in the game and albums into the teens will drop a six song, digital EP on December 14.

Snoop Dogg Records "Wet" Specifically For Prince William's Bachelor Party

UPDATE: "Like A G6" producers The Cataracs hit Tha Doggfather off with what's billed to be a follow-up to '08's "Sexual Eruption."

According to The Mirror, Prince Harry is currently courting Snoop Dogg and British rapper Tinie Tempah to perform at an upcoming engagement party for his brother Prince William, who announced this past week that he is engaged to Kate Middleton.

Prince Harry Wants Snoop Dogg for Engagement Party

Prince Harry has reached out to Snoop Dogg to perform at brother William's engagement party.

According to The Mirror, Prince Harry is currently courting Snoop Dogg and British rapper Tinie Tempah to perform at an upcoming engagement party for his brother Prince William, who announced this past week that he is engaged to Kate Middleton. Although Prince Harry has yet to meet with the Dogfather about the possibility of performing, sources reported that the Roc Nation hopeful Tinie Tempah is looking to make room in his schedule to perform.

Ke$ha and Nicki don fluorescent outfits:What Were They Thinking?!

Ke$ha channels her inner pro wrestler, while Nicki Minaj resembles a brightly colored cartoon character.

 

 

What Were They Thinking?!

Dr. Dre's First Single To Feature Snoop Dogg, Akon?

The first single from "Detox" may be ready, according to various sources.

Detox may finally see the light of day, as it seems that Dr. Dre has finally chosen the first single for his long-awaited project.
Youheardthatnew.com reports that music video director Joseph Kahn (@JosephKahn) has revealed via Twitter that he is gearing up to film a music video for the legendary rapper/producer.

Snoop Dogg to Become First Rapper on "Rock Band"

he Doggfather becomes the first rapper on "Rock Band" with tracks like "Beautiful" and "That's Tha Homie."

Snoop Dogg has always maintained that he feels no reason to be restricted to musical boundaries. Upholding this, Snoop will become the first rapper to ever be a part of the "Rock Band" music video game series. Boasting eight tracks to be featured on the game, Snoop will include cuts like "Snoop's Upside Ya Head" and "Who Am I (What's My Name)?"
Aside from the aforementioned tracks, the game will also feature "Ridin' In My Chevy," "Beautiful,"