A few weeks back, we had initially posted the “behind the scenes” trailer of what Hip Hop would call quite a special episode of Iyanla: Fix My Life. Airing on Oprah Winfrey’s “OWN Network”, Iyanla Vanzant is the host and life counselor of the show where she delves deep into the lives of some of the most hurt, scorned or mentally unstable people who just happen to be in the business of entertainment. Well this time by request, Iyanla sits down with rapper DMX. Supposedly sitting down so DMX can come to a resolve of why he can’t help but sleep with multiple women, the intervention session takes a turn into the rappers drug addiction, his confused childhood and the demons that he fights daily. Read more and watch the entire episode of Iyanla: Fix My Life after the jump!

Alan Pugach Barker, he’s been an asset to major hip-hop/r&b/pop artists for years. While other A&R’s spent time posting fake money on MySpace and pushing a front that neither showcase or solidified their skills, Alan expanded his network. As a business man he realized the power of networking and spent his time working on powerful projects with artists in the labels T.I‘s Grandhustle Records, Wiz Khalifa‘s Taylor Gang Records, to connections with Aftermath Entertainment, DMX and to even the D.O.C himself and so on. He also manage producers, well known and new producers, he’s the man to come for any sort of music, hand picked hits by him only. Check after jump to read the full story.

The in and out incarcerated rapper Earl Simmons (DMX) just might not be out the clear as far as his downfalls are concerned. We have known DMX for sometime now, in and out of jail systems for his concerning need to abuse drug substances and as he would refer to them.. “conquering his demons”. DMX has displayed a long-lasting struggle separating the difference of right and wrong; and even with such a successful music career, old habits are seeming to die hard for the seasoned rapper. Well he is not alone anymore! Read after the jump, how DMX is trying to turn his life around with the help of a real lifestyle guru!

To spread a bit of holiday cheer, the Ruff Ryder himself, DMX accepted the challenge of singing “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” Not only did he rise to the occasion by reciting all of the lyrics word-for-word, but he added a beat and his own touch the only way DMX can. Most of us can probably do a great impersonation of how this would go, but click above and see for yourself. Happy Holidays from the Team Civil!

5. Lupe Fiasco – Food & Liquor II: The Great American Rap Album Pt. 1 – 89,000 – If there’s a “part one,” then there has to be a “part two.” At least, I would think so. 

Since we discuss albums here, I need everyone to head over to iTunes and scoop Freddie Gibbs’ new project, Baby Face Killa. I guarantee it’s the best $10 you spend all month on anything not food, gas or rent. Now let’s get to the albums.

DMX has never been the one to hold his tongue about anything and although he’s been absent from the hip hop game for awhile, that characteristic still remains the same. X recently was a guest on MTV’s Rap Fix and had some things to say about YMCMB all-star Drake and his whole concept surrounding the upcoming Aaliyah album. Does DMX have a point in what he’s saying about the way Drake isn’t getting anyone else involved in this album?

The dog is back, releasing his new album “Undisputed” this Tuesday, September 11, DMX gives his fans a glimpse of what to expect with a documentary that takes us behind the scenes in the studio. There’s a lot of video footage of X in the lab creating tracks for his album and he explains about raising children. Also you can see a couple cameos by Swizz Beatz, Amare Stoudemire, T.I., Ruff Ryders, Machine Gun Kelly and more. Above is where you can check out the documentary.