When we begin to go into the summer we know there is one thing that will send Twitter into frenzy and that is the BET Awards. This year may provide the most commentary and entertainment out of any award show in the past. We’re curious to see who will win the Best Collaboration and Video of the Year Awards those categories are stacked! Drake leads the way with 12 nominations, while Kendrick Lamar and 2 Chainz are not too far behind with 8 a piece. Check out the full list of nominees after the jump…

As the timer counts down until the release of French Montana’s “Excuse My French” album, the anticipation and buzz is only getting stronger. In preparation for the debut album drop on the 21st of this month, French Montana took to his hometown New York, where he hosted a complete listening party for a venue full of industry insiders, listeners and executives. The listening session, held at HILO night lounge in Meat Packing district just a few days ago included celebrity guests such as Wale, Stalley, Eve, Kaylin Garcia, Rene Graziano and more. Hit the jump to read more on the listening session and check out pics from the night as well. 

Mobb Deep is one of the legendary groups in Hip-Hop history. With a couple decades under their built Prodigy and Havoc have started out on their anniversary tour celebrating 20 years in the game. They started out on show number one last night in Chicago. Check it out above and hit the jump to see the rest of the stops for the tour.

What’s cooler than having Kendrick Lamar as the Principal of your school? As apart of the Get Schooled program K Dot took over Mount Pleasant High School. To read more hit the jump…

Last night Floyd Mayweather continued his undefeated streak with a unanimous decision victory of Robert Guerrero. Mayweather fights normally bring out all of the celebrities and this one was no exception with with Kelly Rowland and Lil Wayne both making appearances. Check it out after the jump…

Brought to the world by the WAT-AAH! Foundation (a crazy and fun water brand that supports and promotes healthier lifestyles for teenage youth) this year’s 2013 “Move Your Body” campaign is well underway. The “Move Your Body” campaign is one that was started by our countries First Lady Michelle Obama, which consists of over 250,000 children across the country dancing and exercising to the famous Beyonce record “Get Me Bodied” remixed “Move Your Body”. In preparation for the fitness and wellness takeover this year, artist such as The Wanted, Carly Rae Jepsen, Perez Hilton, Eve, Bella Thorne, Disney’s Blake Michael, Luke James, Coco Jones, Jacob Latimore, American Idol’s Jessica Sanchez, Mindless Behavior and Justin Bieber’s new artist Madison Beer link together for a national PSA that will promote such a positive force in childhood health. Hit the jump to read more!

Last night the Paid Dues Festival went down in San Bernardino, California. The festival featured Macklemore, De La Soul, Mobb Deep and a strong presence from Top Dawg Entertainment’s collective of Hip-Hop artists Black Hippy. To check out videos from the event hit jump…

Last night in New York City, Smirnoff Vodka brought their live television experience with VH1 to life. Held at the famous Marquee night club, Smirnoff’s “Master of The Mix” Season 3 DJ experience was well underway, and KarenCivil.com got some great access to the up close and personal live DJ jam sessions. Accompanied by a unique open bar, cocktails with the witty names “Vinyl Collection”, “BackSpin” and more, all attendees got the opportunity to  preview Master of the Mix season 3, premiering April 1 on VH1. Guests that were in attendance, hitting the red carpet in complete style, were Kid Capri, Ben Madahi, VH1′s Black Ink Crew, Charlotte Ronson, Mia Moretti, Amanda Seales..even a very unexpected Sway Calloway stopped by for a DJ booth appearance  Check out some photos from the live event after the jump!