SNOOP IN COURT BACK IN APRIL 2007

Snoop Dogg is ready to “make music, not court appearances,” his lawyer said Thursday, after the rapper pleaded guilty to felony possession of a deadly weapon in an Orange County, California court. A somber-looking Snoop (real name: Calvin Broadus), wearing a gray sweater and slacks, was sentenced to three years probation and 160 hours of community service, after the rapper was arrested last September trying to board a plane with a 20-inch collapsible baton in a computer bag. Snoop initially pleaded not guilty, and his attorney explained the weapon was a movie prop. But “this was an expedient way to end the case,” Snoop’s attorney, Donald Etra, tells PEOPLE. “Snoop wants to make music, not make court appearances. Community service beats state prison any day.”

However, Judge Erick L. Larsh ruled that the rapper cannot serve those hours in any capacity “involving children, gangs or football (due to his existing involvement in his sons’ sports league),” the Orange County District Attorney said in a statement. Snoop also agreed to make a $10,000 donation to “Right Trak,” an Orange County anti-gang program.

IMAGE COURTESY OF CHRIS BROWN WORLD

Saying that I’m disappointed in how Chris Brown’s album cover for his sophomore album “Exclusive” turned out would be a major understatement. According to CHRIS BROWN’S OFFICIAL SITE that shitteous graphic above is his new album cover. My boy DOMINIQUE said it best!

Yeah. I thought it was going to be a hot ass cover with him on a red carpet going into a club or something, getting his “grown man” on, in a nice fly ass suit that showcased his crazy cool style, but no. Instead, we get this. A boring cover with graffiti (is that all that they associate with him when it comes to things like this?) and some whack ass font.

Ditto. =)

Damn homie! I didn’t know Patti Labelle got down like that, haha! I’m too busy ROTFLMFAO at how she chewed homeboy out to explain how it all went down. Just watch the “frikkin” video LOL. I’m mad she snatched that mic away from him and dismissed him to his seat like that! Don’t eff with Patti Labelle!!!

I feel kind of sorry for her though. After watching the whole thing, she seemed to be clearly upset/embarassed at dude’s comment. And since some people can’t access youtube at certain locations this is what happened: She apparently called th guy on stage to dance/sing with her during “Lady Marmalade” and at the end she said, “Oooh, he was coming too close to me!” in a joking manner, and he joked back and said “I think you wanted it more than I did!” Bad movie, homie … bad move. But in the end, he apologized to her and they hugged. Watch what you say kids!!

QUINCY JONES, STEVIE WONDER, AND L.L. COOL J AT “THE DREAM” BENEFIT CONCERT
PHOTOS BY BRYAN BEDDER FOR GETTY IMAGES

“The Dream” Concert, presented by Viacom, was a concert benefiting the Martin Luther King Jr. National Memorial Project Fondation in Washington, which is working to raise $100 million to “build the dream.” Big time artists like Stevie Wonder and Aretha Franklin, among others, were headlining performers. Check out flicks from the show after the cut…

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ILLUSTRATION BY ANDREA SHEPHERD FOR TMZ.COM

THE GAME IS FREE … FOR NOW AT LEAST! » A New York judge dismissed police impersonation charges against The Game today on the grounds that he stay out of trouble for the next six months. Now this incident happened before T2W’s time, but back here in November, Jayceon Taylor (Game’s government) was arrested for allegedly impersonating a police officer. Now why he would do something like that is beyond me. He apparently bombarded an NYC taxi cub and flashed a fake badge to the driver. Prosecutors claim the rapper told the driver he was an undercover officer and encouraged him to run several red stoplights on Lexington Avenue before being pulled over. I’m guessing he had somewhere “important” to be! Haha. According to the Associated Press, Judge Marc Whiten gave Game a conditional discharge. If Game is not arrested again within six months, the misdemeanor charge will be dropped and the case file sealed. Game reportedly left the courthouse smiling saying: “I love New York, but I hate the system. I hate every system.”

But Game’s not through with the law just yet! He is due in court next Tuesday (Sept. 25th) to stand trial on three felony charges stemming from an incident in February when he allegedly had a gun in his possession during a high school basketball game in LA. If convicted, the rapper could be sentenced to more than five years in prison.

DWAYNE & SIOHVAUGHN AND SHAQ AND SHAUNIE BACK IN OCTOBER 2006 (HOW IRONIC!)
PHOTO BY SETH BROWARNIK FOR WIRE IMAGE

ANOTHER MIAMI HEAT PLAYER TO DIVORCE HIS WIFE! » This hasn’t been confirmed yet, but I wouldn’t be surprised if it turned out to be true. Miami Heat player Dwayne Wade and his wife Siohvaughn are calling it quits. Here’s what THE BIG LEAD had to say:

If you see some women wandering the streets of Miami this weekend with that money-hungry look in their eyes, it’s probably because Shaq isn’t the only bachelor in town – D. Wade is also getting divorced, so sayeth Miami Sports Blog. Nobody who parties in Miami is surprised by this. The couple has been together for quite some time … so he’ll probably be out $10 million. At least.

You know “how we does!” We’ll keep you posted on this, LOL. CONTINUE READING

DIDDY TALKING TO REPORTERS ABOUT HIS NEW FRAGRANCE FOR WOMEN
ALL PHOTOS BY STEVEN A HENRY FOR GETTY IMAGES

Diddy recently added a women’s line to his “Unforgivable” fragrance. If you didn’t know already, an ad for “Unforgivable Woman” is causing a stir amongst major TV networks, including MTV and VH1. The ad features Diddy and model Jessica Gomez in a “steamy encounter.” It’s apparently 3 minutes long, but the 30 and 60-second spots that would air on TV have seems that are not suitable for television … in the eyes of MTV execs at least. Just recently, the network and Diddy made an even compromise, and you should be seeing the ad on TV soon, if you haven’t already. The last time I checked up on this, he was talking about putting the entire 3 minute commercial on his MySpace page. He said:

I feel strongly that this movie needs to be viewed and judged by the public rather than by executives. Some people may be uncomfortable with the sensuality and sexual content, but it is important for them to make that decision personally.

Anyhow, a party was thrown (of course … c’mon now, it’s Diddy) last night at The House of Unforgivable in New York City. This fragrance must be the real deal if Diddy has his own store for it!

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WILL.I.AM – “ONE MORE CHANCE”

will.I.am’s new album, Songs About Girls, drops on September 25; the LP includes the single “I Got It From My Mama”. I’m not all that crazy about the song, production wise, being the first single. But I am glad it’s doing pretty well on the charts, to say the least. Anyway, some other great productions include both Polow Da Don and Fernando Garibay; Snoop Dogg is the only guest artist featured.

If you are an avid party goer, into Club and everything in between, this album is for you basically! This is my kind of music, as predicted, my favorites originally were “Get Your Money,” “The Donque Song,” and “Fantastic”. But after listening to the album in its entirety “Heartbreaker,” “Make It Funky,” and “One More Chance” (possible second single) are all standout tracks to me. Overall will.I.am’s Song About Girls is Fun, Funky and Futuristic! You’ll love it!

will.I.am » “Heartbreaker” » LISTEN » (Full)
++ THIS SHOULD’VE BEEN BRITNEY’S SONG TO JUSTIN, SERIOUSLY.
will.I.am feat. Snoop Dogg » “The Donque Song” » LISTEN » (Full)
++ I SMELL SECOND SINGLE … LET’S MAKE IT HAPPEN, WILLIAM!
will.I.am » “Get Your Money” » LISTEN » (Full)
++ HA HA, THIS ISN’T HALF BAD; LOVE THAT BEAT!
will.I.am » “Impatient” » LISTEN » (Full)
++ I ONLY LOVE THIS SONG BECOS IT REMINDS ME OF PRINCE!

If you’re checking the blog before you head out to school or head out to work, or just heading out to head out … make sure you rock your black in support of the Jena 6! Now if you’re looking at me like I’m crazier than a fish wit’ titties, then please please PLEASE remove yourself from the rock you’ve been living under. But no really, for more information on tomorrow’s rally, peep THIS LINK. And if you would like to keep up-to-date on what’s going on with Jena 6, read the newspaper, or become friends with Google. Because it’s everywhere!

O.J. SIMPSON AT TODAY’S COURT HEARING »

PHOTOS BY CLINT KARLSON-POOL & JUSTIN SULLIVAN FOR GETTY IMAGES

Here O.J. Simpson is photographed leaving the Clark County Detention Center after making bail following his court appearance on charges including kidnapping, assault and burglary earlier today in Las Vegas. Bail for Simpson’s release was set at $125,000, and the judge ruled that Simpson must surrender his passport. CONTINUE READING

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ONE CHANCE – “MY WORD”
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Check out Usher’s brand new R&B sensations, ONE CHANCE, and their new single “My Word”. Album in stores Winter 2008