Nelly, Teyana Taylor, Keri Hilson, and Solange are all featured on the cover of the summer 2008 issue of Rap Up Magazine. The double-sided issue (Nelly’s on one side, the ladies are on the other) features all new photos and exclusive interviews. Nelly addresses the haters and the state of hip-hop, gives the scoop on his relationship with Ashanti, and reveals plans for a joint album with another rap superstar, while the “Brave New Girls” – Teyana, Keri, and Solange, as well as Estelle, Kid Sister, Janelle Monáe, and Wynter Gordon – talk about their upcoming projects. Click here to preview the issue.

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