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2. Daft Punk – Random Access Memories – 62,000 - Expect this to a) hit gold next week and b) move down on the charts with a certain outspoken MC from Chicago and very confident MC from Fayetteville, North Carolina, set to hit shelves next week. (more…)

Todd, Todd, Todd. We’ll get to you in a moment. (more…)

8. Kid Cudi – Indicud – 36,000 – Following a few listens, this album personally didn’t do much for me. It’s selling well, so congrats to buddy for that. “Pursuit Of Happiness,” however, is one of the most important life songs of the past decade though. No hyperbole. (more…)

Robin Thicke was in a giving mood this morning (no pun intended) while visiting Shade 45′s Sway In The Morning show. After talking with Sway, Robin Thicke gave him nod to premiere his brand new single “Give It To You” which features two of Hip-Hop’s heavyweights in 2 Chainz and Kendrick Lamar. Radio rip but the quality is still fairly good. Audio after the jump.

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Though we’re sure by now that everyone’s heard the quick snippet of Hova’s new track “100$ Bill,” Warner Bros. has released a brief teaser of “The Great Gatsby”, featuring Jay-Z’s new track. The song in full (at least we hope) can be heard on the soundtrack for the upcoming film which was also scored by Jay himself. This snippet is much shorter, but still dope to see it in tandem with the film. The soundtrack will also feature collabs from Fergie, Will. I. Am., Lana Del Rey, Florence & The Machine, Beyonce, Andre 3000, and more. Click above to peep the quick vid. (more…)

The remix is officially dropped today. will.i.am’s latest radio banger “Scream & Shout” has a visual that is extremely “turned up”. Of course the song and video wouldn’t be complete without multiple drops of “Britney Bitch” on the hook assisted by her vocals. The video features a verse from Hit-Boy, Diddy acting as the hype man, a verse from Wacka Flocka and of course YMCMB general Lil Wayne. Very simple, yet very fun. Check out Scream & Shout after the jump! (more…)

Things get a little animated with some of hip-hop’s biggest stars as they guest star on “The Cleveland Show”. Kanye West, Nicki Minaj, Bruno Mars, will.i.am and ?uestlove or “Question Mark Love” as Cleveland calls him, all appear on an episode of “The Cleveland Show” centered around the Illuminati. Hit the jump to see the clip. (more…)

Just on the heels of her recent news of signing with RCA/Sony Music Entertainment, R&B Diva, Brandy, is on the move making big moves. She will be staring in the upcoming show, Majors & Minors, which will follow 16 young performers who will have the chance to work with celebrity mentors, and with a voice like Brandys, who’s a better mentor to have? There’s no questioning her crazy work ethic, as she is on a mission to reclaim whats hers. KarenCivil.com, was recently given the chance to interview the songstress about her upcoming TV project, as well as getting details about her next studio album and other expected ventures. Click below to read our interview with Ms. Norwood  before Majors & Minors premiers tonight @ 8PM on The Hub.

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