Rihanna x The Last Dragon. There have been a lot of rumors this past month about Rihanna accepting various roles in Hollywood films but this one is by far the most interesting. The UK’s “Daily Mirror” reports that Rihanna has accepted a role as a “X-Rated” Dominatrix in the RZA produced remake of The Last Dragon.

“She (Rihanna) has landed an incredibly challenging role alongside Samuel L Jackson. But it’s not a part for the faint-hearted. She will play a super sexy, super kinky dominatrix in martial arts flick The Last Dragon. She has been told to research the part – and this could well include a trip to an S&M dungeon,” stated the “Daily Mirror.“

Our sources over here in Hollywood can neither confirm nor deny the rumors although it is safe to say considering Rihanna’s recent daring wardrobes, the role shouldn’t be too far of a stretch for her. More news as we get it.

Rihanna drops her newest music video to “Rude Boy” with a little Jamaican flair. She’s definitely turning up the sex appeal and turning down the amount of clothes she wears with each video…and we’re not complaining. Check the video after the jump.

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Have no idea what i-D Magazine is? Don’t worry neither do we. Well we do know it’s a fashion print mag based out of the U.K. and that’s about it. Photographer to Rihanna: “OK now give me a “I just got punched in the eye by my boyfriend look.”

Before Steve Job’s announcement of the new Apple iPad yesterday, many music marketers and execs were wondering what kind of  impact Apple’s new product would have on the industry. Now that the word is out, it’s pretty clear that the iPad will not be any type of saving grace for hip-hop or the music industry in general.

WoooHa put the feelers out there to various label and agency execs in the industry and the responses were pretty consistent.

“This means nothing for hip-hop. Basically just a big expensive iPod if you ask me” stated one EMI Music exec. “You can’t really carry it around with you and show people either. Yea it can play videos and it will be another device for video sites like Vevo to play on but part of the appeal with music videos on the iPhone is you can play it and show your friend right there and pass it along.”

The only impact the iPad will have on the industry is that no doubt it will be  featured in upcoming Rick Ross music video and some artist will be the first to have a 24 carat gold or diamond encrusted iPad case. Our bet is on Pharrell. At least Steve Jobs is already getting some great endorsements though as Rihanna already has gone public stating she can’t wait to get her hands on one. Check the video.

Just like Campell’s Soup…mmmmm mmmmm good. Rihanna covers the February issue of “W” Magazine.

Rihanna x Rizzoli Publishing. Rihanna and New York based Rizzoli Publishing have just announced her first book called “The Last Girl on Earth.” Book will feature contributions from Simon Henwood, Rihanna’s #1 art director who created her Rated R album cover and creative designer for her tour.

Although some sites are already stating this will be a autobiography of sorts, WoooHa can confirm that “The Last Girl on Earth” is NOT an autobiography but rather a collection of Rihanna’s thoughts based around photos, art, tour memoirs, etc. “The Last Girl on Earth” will be hardcover with 144 pages and will retail for $50 on June 29, 2010. Pre-order that ish now over at Amazon.

Rihanna continues to get hotter as she gets older. If there were ladies like this in the military then sign me up! Check the video after the jump.

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But thank goodness it’s still safe for work since every man (and woman) deserves to see this. Peep another shot that is a bit more borderline in the NSFW category…but well worth the risk. Don’t worry, your boss should appreciate it as well.

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Rihanna x JetBlue, Rihanna is partnering up with JetBlue to celebrate the airline’s service to her hometown of Barbados. An exclusive concert presented by JetBlue will be held at the Hammerstein Ballroom in New York City on December 3, 2009 in celebration for the partnership and Rihanna’s new album Rated R.

A contest has been formed where fans can use their creativity and self-expression to take a photo of themselves that incorporates Barbados and JetBlue, to win one of 20 pairs of tickets to the private event. For more information visit jetblue.com/rihanna

In 2008, Rihanna was named honorary ambassador for culture and youth by the Prime Minister of Barbados. Will JetBlue use this opportunity to create a commercial with the pop singer to promote the airlines new destination to her hometown for travelers ?

MySpace and MTV continue to battle it out for the online exclusive music videos and the right to “host” the video. MySpace wins this one. Love these high concept videos. You can feel the torment in this one. Rihanna is all grown up and shows off the goods but kids don’t try this at home.

Rihanna’s new album Rated R to be released November 23.  Check out the photo shoot for her album packaging.

Now this is the Rihanna we all love and appreciate. Album art for her single “Hard.” Remember the days when The Warehouse would sell CD singles for $0.99 and single album art mattered? Not so much anymore but at least we get to see Rihanna doing her thing.

written by Edwin St. Fort

The success of The Blueprint 3 is highly credited to the marketing campaign behind it and to Jay-Z’s loyal fan base. Despite the album being leaked on the internet prior to its official release, The Blueprint 3 sold 476,000 copies in its first week of sales. The achievement help Jay-Z pass Elvis Presley to become the second artist with more No.1 albums in the 50 year history of the Billboard 200. The second week of sales resulted in 301,000 copies being sold dominating the Billboard #1 spot for two weeks straight. A month and a half later, Mr. Carter goes platinum selling nearly 1.3 million copies.

Let’s recap the blueprint to the  marketing campaign that resulted in successful results. The key features to this campaign were strategic partnerships and media coverage. The release became more of an event rather than just another album on the shelf. It built anticipation and sustained momentum unlike many previous releases. To begin the buzz Jay-Z released “D.O.A” creating controversy to obtain the attention of listeners to usher in the following events.

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Here is the album art to Rihanna’s single “Wait Your Turn.” Move that right left arm woman! It’s clear with all the other art and photos for her upcoming release that Rihanna wants to tell the world she is all grown up, dangerous and means business.

Rihanna bears tells all in her first public interview since the CB Incident. Diane Sawyer gets the exclusive which aired yesterday. Could it be coincidence that Rihanna decides to finally speak out just as her new album is about to drop? We think not…instead the label (and RiRi) is getting some major free publicity right before the album launch.