THIS WEEK’S TOPICS: Eddie Murphy’s DNA results, 50 Cent & Ciara dating?, Paris Hilton letters from jail, and much more!

For the few (very few) that wonder if Usher and Tameka do the nasty, then today’s story might make your day! Before today, the fact of them having sex has been nothing more than pure speculation … but Usher announced earlier today that he and his home boy fiancee Tameka Foster are expecting their first child together!

“We are extremely excited at this point in our lives planning our wedding and the joy that comes with expecting our first child together,” the couple said in a statement released to The Associated Press. “We hope people will be happy for us and respect our privacy during this happy period in our lives.”

The baby is due in the fall, according to a representative for Usher. This would be the first child for him, and the fourth for the recently divorced Foster. This is shaping up to be a busy year for Usher. Besides his marriage and a baby, he is expected to release the follow-up to his eight-million selling, Grammy-winning album “Confessions,” released in 2005. He also has a fragrance due out in September. Uhh, congratulations … I guess? Tameka has some strong ass features. I’ve never seen the other chillun, but I hope they take more from the Raymond side of the family. I’m just sayin! I didn’t know men could give birth anyhow…

Black Star Power was in full force last night in Los Angeles as the 2007 BET Awards – the biggest night in black entertainment! No matter how much trash some folks talk, BET still delivers with their annual award show! Here are a few photos from the red carpet of the biggest black stars arriving to the show. You can find close to 100 (yeah that’s right one HUNDRED) photos after the cut!! PERFORMANCE PHOTOS TO FOLLOW! CONTINUE READING

COMMON – “THE PEOPLE” » Wow, how in heck did I forget about this video? I absolutely love this song! This is one of Common’s brand new singles lifted from the anticipated album Finding Forever; the track, “The People,” produced by Kanye West. But forreal this is quality music, because of Common and his extraordinary talent, there is still hope for us all. If you ain’t feelin this then I rebuke you in the name of Hip Hop.

Get ready to hear the summer banger of 2007 from Eve featuring Sean Paul called “Give It To You”. This is Eve’s second single from her forthcoming album Here I Am due in stores August 7th! Can’t wait, the video looks hot, thanks Amina!
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Yep, you heard right! “Cut It Out” featuring Pimp C and Sean P (YoungBloodZ) is set to be the first single from Nelly’s brand new upcoming fifth studio album, the Prelude, set to be released later Fall of this year. Rumored producers included to be featured on the project are Jazze Pha, JD, and the Neptunes. Man, this track is going hard! By the way, all of this shit is excluuusive!

Nelly feat. Pimp C + Sean P » “Cut It Out” » LISTEN » (Full)

Ms. Kelly, appropriately titled name of Kelly Rowland’s sophomore album, hits stores on July 3rd so BUY, BUY, BUY, BUY. I have to admit I wasn’t too keen about the project and “change” overall. I really loved her last album, Simply Deep, maybe because I’m into a lot of alternative R&B music. When I first heard she was doing something different and was keeping away from that genre I cringed. In my opinion, back then of course, was that she would stick to her original sound because it was her; although seasons do change and there will be some “creative differences” in the mix, I’m actually glad she went this route with Ms. Kelly, the title in itself is sassy and makes a bold statement. You already know what your getting as soon as the album starts off with the single “Like This,” “Comeback,” “Ghetto,” and “Work” just to name a few; all very aggressive and in your face, she has definitely grown over the duration of her career. The album sort of smooths out a little in the end with “Flashback,” “Every Thought is You,” “The Show,” (damn Kelly Freeaky!) “Love,” “Better Without You,” all of which are my favorites! I completely see Kelly in a whole new light now, I got a taste of her world, both emotionally and respectfully. I think this is kind of like a testimonial for Ms. Kelly really, but a celebration with her fans; almost to say, “you know what, I moved on and I’m living my life.” and that’s absolutely beautiful – I highly recommend you buy this album!

Kelly Rowland feat. Snoop Dogg » “Ghetto” » LISTEN » (Full)
Kelly Rowland feat. Tank » “The Show” » LISTEN » (Full)
Kelly Rowland » “Better Without You” » LISTEN » (Full)
Kelly Rowland » “You Will Win” » LISTEN » (Full)

KANYE WEST – “STRONGER” » Yes, Kanye is alive and kickin’ with his latest single, “Stronger,” featuring Draft Punk lifted from his forthcoming LP Graduation. I automatically dug this joint when I first heard the snippet and knew he was sampling from Draft Punk. The video is everything I expected it to be (Kanye, I’m a steal them shades!), fortunately! It’s very futuristic and vibrant; obviously filmed in the great Japan. Hey, I even have to give it up to Cassie for doing her thing in the video too – she looks great! I guess she’s still in the lime light after all.

NOMINEES: MARY J BLIGE » JENNIFER HUDSON » CIARA

She took home the first award AND the last award – I’m talking about my boo Beyonce! She grabbed the final award of the night for BEST FEMALE R&B ARTIST in addition to her previous win for Video of the Year. I didn’t really expect her to take the VIEWER’S CHOICE, but I didn’t expect Birdman & Lil’ Wayne to either! Don’t get me wrong, Weezy is one of my favorite rappers, but I could’ve sworn Chris Brown & Bow Wow had that category on lock! I thought the teeny boppers were gonna take over on this one. Anyhow, this concludes my commentary on tonight’s wins (and losses) but if you check back later on today, you’ll be able to read up on what I thought about the show. It’s 2 AM, and I’m ready to take my ass to bed. SEE YA WHEN THE SUN COMES UP! We have GOT to do this again next year =P CONTINUE READING

NOMINEES: MUSIQ SOULCHILD » ERIC ROBERSON » ELISABETH WITHERS » BRIAN MCKNIGHT

The next set of winners unfortunately didn’t get any camera time. The show ran over and didn’t have enough time to formally announce them, so these awards were announced before a commercial break. The BET JAZZ COOL LIKE THAT award was rightfully given to the late Gerald Levert – rest in peace, and BEST FEMALE ATHLETE was given to (you already know) Serena Williams, whom I must add, HAS BEEN LOOKING GOOD lately! Definite upgrade from that picture with her and The Grinch at the top of this current layout. BEST MALE ATHLETE went to *yawn* Lebron James – I can’t stand that dude, or his team. I’m glad the Spurs took home the win for this year’s NBA Playoffs. I personally believe my homeboy Dwayne Wade deserved the award, or even Tiger Woods … but Lebron James? Ah well, can’t cry over spilled milk. Anyhow, the award for BEST GOSPEL ARTIST went to Kirk Franklin, who seems to win everything now-a-days, but I ain’t mad atcha Kirk! HERO is still in heavy rotation on my iPod. Good album!! THE LAST SET OF AWARDS WILL BE UP IN A BIT … HOLD TIGHT! CONTINUE READING