Kanye West performed at the G-Shock party at Cipriani in New York City. This is Kanye’s second appearance the previous year he performed at a G-Shock party where it was rumored he was paid a million to perform.

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Xbox 360 celebrated NFL’s Madden 10 launched in Atlanta. Hosted by Konsole Kingz, guest included J.D., Big Boi from Outkast, Lil Scrappy, Young Joc, and others.

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Mary J. Blige’s 1st Annual Foundation For The Advancement of Women Now fundraiser, intimate dinner and auction was held in New York City at Barbetta Restaurant. Attendees included Kevin Liles, Steve Stoute, Gayle King, Ciara and others.

Mary mention“FFAWN was established to inspire women from all walks of life to gain the confidence and skills they need to reach their individual potential. Establishing FFAWN is a way of sharing our success and experience.”

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LeToya Luckett stars in the The Preacher’s Kid which is set to be released on October 30th. Press play to find out what its about.

What ways can the music industry change?

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Nas in the studio with winner C-Sick a producer who won the Red Bull Beat Contest. Video shows the studio session of the two working on a track entitled Film.

DOWNLOAD: Nas featuring Choklate – Film (produced by C-Sick)

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“Q-Tip Presents: Long Live the King” a birthday celebration for Michael Jackson on Saturday, August 29,2009 at the NOKIA Theatre in New York City.

“Michael Jackson was a huge influence on my music and was an inspiration to me and so many others. I want to bring people together to celebrate the man, his music and his legacy that will undoubtedly live on forever!” states Q-Tip.

Q-Tip on his twitter mention “Tickets going fast!”

Attendees will dance the night away to never-before-heard remixes of Michael Jackson’s hits, as well as rare video footage from the Motown and Sony vault according to the New York City Guide website.

Its great that Q-Tip is honoring Michael Jackson on the day of his birthday. Anyone plan on going? If so order tickets at TicketMaster.com

The recently injured Drake makes a comeback on America’s Most Wanted Tour. He couldn’t resist when the tour made a stop at his hometown in Toronto. Drake with Trey Songz performed “Successful” video of which is below. “You know I could never let my city down,” Drake said after his performance. Drake’s been considered a heart throb now could he be the come back that Hip Hop needs.

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