Tiwa Savage and Don Jazzy Meets Jay Z

For weeks now, we have been expecting to see Tiwa Savage move a step ahead with the speculated deal with Jay Z’s Roc Nation. 

Well, the days of waiting is over as Don Jazzy and Tiwa Savage were spotted alongside Jay Z in his New York office.

Jay Z’s Alleged ‘Love Child’ Is Taking His Case to a U.S. Congressional Hearing

Rymr Satterhwaite is holding onto the notion that he’s Jay Z’s son and will be taking his case to a congressional hearing the U.S. Capitol.

According to Radar Online, the FCLU (Family Civil Liberties Union) recently championed Satterthwaite’s paternity case against Jay Z in order to get it recognition on a national level — and it worked.

A source told Radar, “A family advocate in Baltimore, Maryland, NickyRoberts, was given opportunity to have several people from around the country speak about their problems with family court and/or attorneys. Rymir has been approved to speak and will get about five minutes in front of Congress!”

Tentatively scheduled for April 29, Satterthwaite, 22, plans on discussing“corruption and other problems within the court system,” especially as it relates to his case, according to the insider.

Perfume Co. Sues Jay Z Living Up To His End Of Their Deal

Not everything Jay Z touches turns to gold -- his cologne line is an absolute disaster and it's all his fault ... according to a lawsuit filed by the manufacturer. 

Parlux Fragrances is suing Jay for failing to live up to his end of their deal. The company says it made a licensing agreement ... where it would use his name and image to launch Gold Jay Z in 2013. 

But Parlux says Jay was supposed to do more -- like make social media posts and promotional appearances, but he declined. The co. says he refused to appear on 'GMA,' at Macy's and in Women's Wear Daily to pump up the scent. 

Solange Speaks Out For The First Time About Her Elevator Fight With In-Law Jay Z After Met Gala

Solange Knowles is now pulling her punches.

In an interview with Lucky Magazine, Beyoncé’s singer sister glosses over her infamous elevator beat down of brother-in-law Jay Z, calling the shocking showdown “that thing.”

“What’s important is that my family and I are all good,” said Solange, who got dolled up in ’60s chic for the mag’s August issue. “What we had to say collectively was in the statement that we put out, and we all feel at peace with that.”

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Singer Mya Denies Rumours that Jay Z Cheated on Beyonce with Her

Mya added in her response: 'Illegitimate, thirsty sources with no facts and that's the ‘media' for you-especially today.'

'I play second to no one, pay my own bills, have my own label, own management company, rely on God only and respect myself & marriage too much for nonsense.'

'False rumors are crafted for ratings & numbers. And miserable, unhappy people need someone to judge to deter the attention away from their own misery and feel better about their miserable lives. If they did it to Jesus, they'll do it to anyone. God bless.'

The rumours started earlier this week when a blind item surfaced online, stating that a 'short named' R&B singer was invloved in an affair with Jay, 44. 

Hotel Fires Employee Who Leaked Video of Jay Z and Solange

The Standard Hotel, New York, venue where Solange's attack on JayZ occurred, announced on Wednesday that it has discovered and fired the person behind the leak of the tape that showed Beyonce's sister hitting Jay Z during an argument in one of its elevators.
According to the Associated Press, the hotel said the person had been terminated for "breaching the security polices of the hotel and recording the confidential CCTV video." The hotel said after the video was first aired that it was "shocked and disappointed" by the security breach and they will now turn over "all available information to criminal authorities."

Jay Z Physically ATTACKED by Beyonce's Sister

TMZ reports: Jay Z was ferociously assaulted by Beyonce's sister Solange  ... who was wildly kicking and swinging at him inside an elevator ... and the attack was captured on surveillance video ... obtained by TMZ.
According to our sources, it all went down at a Met Gala after party last week at the Standard Hotel in NYC.  In the video ... Jay Z, Beyonce and Solange step into the elevator ... and then Solange goes crazy, screaming at Jay before unleashing a violent attack. 
A large man -- who appears to be a bodyguard -- attempts to hold Solange back, but she manages to connect at least 3 times.  At one point Solange throws a kick and Jay grabs her foot, but never attempts to strike her.  Beyonce stands by without getting physically involved. 

Kim & Kanye's Vogue Cover Sells 500k Copies, Beating Both Beyonce and Michelle Obama

Bow to the power couple! They predicted it and it's happened. Kim and Kanye's controversial Vogue cover just beat out the sales record for both Beyonce and Firsl Lady Michelle Obama's covers, Toofab reports. The power couple officially have thee most in-demand cover in the mag's history.
Their cover has sold over 500,000 copies and with subscriptions, expected to sell over 1.2million copies. Beyonce's 2013 Vogue cover sold more than 350,000 copies while  First Lady Michelle Obama's cover sold nearly 300,000. 
Report claims Vogue had to restock many shelves after it sold out, something that almost never happens.

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Photos: Beyonce Goes 'Topless' for Out Magazine

In the May Power issue of  LGBT magazine, Out, Beyonce channels Hollywood sex symbol Marilyn Monroe and tackles the double standard between men & women regarding sexuality, telling the mag,

"There is a double standard when it comes to sexuality that still persists. Men are free and women are not. That is crazy."

"You can be a businesswoman, a mother, an artist, and a feminist - whatever you want to be - and still be a sexual being. There is unbelievable power in ownership and women should own their sexuality."

Beyonce Features Nigerian Author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie On Her Self Titled Album

Beyonce surprised fans by secretly dropping a new album on iTunes last night December 12th. The self titled album is Beyonce's 5th solo album and features 31 tracks, 14 of which are new songs.

In the new album, Beyonce collaborated with Jay Z, Drake, Justin Timberlake, Kelly Rowland....and featured our very Chimamanda Adichie on a track titled Flawless. Beyonce put a portion of the award winning author's speech about feminism and roles women play in the society in the song. Pop meets Literature! Amazing stuff.

American Music Awards 2013: Complete Winners List!

It's one of the biggest nights in music, and the 2013 American Music Awards didn't disappoint on Nov. 23 when A-Listers hit the red carpet. Rapper Pitbull hosted the awards show, which was broadcasted live from the NOKIA Theater in Los Angeles.  Check out the complete list of winners below. 

Favorite Male Artist, Pop/Rock

Bruno Mars
Robin Thicke
WINNER: Justin Timberlake

Favorite Female Artist, Soul/R&B

Ciara
Alicia Keys
WINNER: Rihanna

Forbes List Of The World's 25 Highest-Paid Musicians

The list of the 2013 highest paid musicians in the world has been released by Forbes and Madonna reigns supreme. The 'Material Girl' surpassed singer Lady Gaga and veteran rockers Bon Jovi as the highest-paid musician in 2013. See the top 10 highest paid (from June 2012-June 2013) below..

1. Madonna - $125 million
2. Lady Gaga -  $80 million
3. Bon Jovi - $79 million
 4. Toby Keith - $65 million
5. Coldplay - $64 million.
6.  Justin Bieber - $58 million
7. Taylor Swift - $55 million
8. Elton John - $54 million
9. Kenny Chesney - $53 million
9. Beyonce - $53 million (tie)

See more after the cut....

Jay-Z Defends Retailer Barneys Amid Allegations Of Racial Profiling

Jay-Z - under increasing pressure to back out of a collaboration with the luxury store Barneys New York after it was accused of racially profiling two black customers - said Saturday he's being unfairly "demonized" for just waiting to hear all of the facts.

The rap mogul made his first statement about the controversy in a posting on his website. He has come under fire for remaining silent as news surfaced this week that two young black people said Barneys profiled them after they purchased expensive items from their Manhattan store.

Beyonce & Jay Z: Dinner Date In Paris!

Making the most of their time in the City of Lights, Beyonce Knowles and Jay Z showed up at La Petite Maison de Nicole in Paris, France for a romantic gourmet meal last night (October 13). The “If I Was a Boy” songstress joined her “Picasso Baby” rapper hubby for the outing, as he’s been busy on the road for his sold out Magna Carta Holy Grail tour.

This week, Beyonce will travel to New Zealand for a string of shows, and she’s asked her fans to bring clothing donations to the gigs as part of her #BeyGood initiative.

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[Photos] Beyoncé/Jay Z: Way Back When… But What Changed…. Spot Any Difference?

Mini Bey! Beyonce reveals adorable childhood photo on her Tumblr page that proves she's always been a diva in training. She is known for posting both hilarious and intimate moments of her life on her Tumblr page. Beyonce also posted a picture of husband Jay Z from his high school days to congratulate him on the success of his latest album Magna Carta Holy Grail. So i decided to put up other pics of her and hubby, if there's much or any difference from them of years passed and the present?

[Music] DJ Neptune Feat. Ice Prince - When The Money Comes (Cover)

Neptune Entertainment & Storm 360 Presents International DJ NEPTUNE’s first single off The Game Just Started Mix tape compilation featuring the 2013 BET Awards Best Africa International Art ICE PRINCE.

This track is a cover to JAY Z’s When The Money Goes but this time around DJ NEPTUNE teamed up with ICE PRINCE who narrated his story and further more took us through his days of struggles when money was an issue. Listen and find out what happens WHEN THE MONEY COMES.

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Jay Z, Justin Timberlake, Nas And Timbaland Spotted In The Studio Working On New Music

If there was a competition for hip hop collaborations, then this would surely be the “Dream Team” — Jay-Z, Justin Timberlake, Nas and Timbaland. The foursome have been snapped together in the studio, and they’re seemingly in good spirits as they pour over some tunes.

The well-connected Lenny S—aka the “Kodak Man” – shared the photo to the 44,000-plus followers of his “Kodaklens” Instagram page. His caption reads: “JAY x JT x NAS x TIMBO Rat Pack shit. For some this is “Work”… For us it’s just Fun. #RocNation”

[Photos] Beyoncé Post Baby Blue Rockin’ Plenty O’Plaits

BeyBey musta got tired of y’all talking about Blue Ivy’s hair! The singer just posted a photo to her Tumblr with Blue showin’ off her new steez. Check it out Pics below: