Isaac Hayes Dies at 65

$Qwanell, Dawn, Willie At Dawn\'s Birthday Party$

Dawn Richards & Friends celebrated her 25th birthday at Club Cain in the NYC the other night. The girls of Danity Kane were not present but there was some Bad Boy love at her party. Dawn’s boyfriend, Qwanell, was there of course. Willie Taylor (Day26), Cheri Dennis, Will.I.Am, Laurie-Ann Gibson and many more were all there celebrating with Dawn her big 25th. Check out more photos after the click!

[VIDEO PREMIERE] Karina Pasian – “Can’t Find The Words”

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Here is the T2W video premiere of Karina Pasian‘s latest single, “Can’t Find The Words”, from her upcoming album First Love (Def Jam). Look for Karina’s debut album in stores August 19th! Check out her latest video above!

[Video Premiere] Donnie Klang f/ Diddy – “Take You There”

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So, Donnie Klang (along with Diddy) premiered his Ray Kay-directed video “Take You There” on FNMTV not to long ago. I just happen to catch it on TV, too! I loved the video and the single is hot as I’ve mentioned before, it’s very “Sexy Back“-equse. Sidenote: HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ME — I ‘ve officially exited my teen years (14-18) now at 19!

♫ Nelly – “Warrior”

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Nelly has also contributed a track to the Team USA Soundtrack. The song, “Warrior”, was selected by Nelly on this soundtrack because it enbodies strength. This track will also be on his upcoming album Brass Knuckles (Derrty Ent./Universal). Listen to the track after the cut!

♫ Chris Brown – “Dreamer”

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Chris Brown has recorded a track for the 2008 Olympics. This new track, “Dreamer”, will be found on the Team USA Soundtrack. You can buy the track now on iTunes! I like the track a lot and it fits everything surrounding the Olympics. Look out for more updates on the Beijing Olympics here on T2W. Check out the track below.

♫ Listen To Chris Brown – “Dreamer”

Bernie Mac Dies at 50

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Comedian Bernie Mac died early this morning at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago at the age of 50. Although the cause of death was not disclosed, Bernie Mac had been hospitalized recently for pneumonia.

“Actor/comedian Bernie Mac passed away this morning from complications due to pneumonia in a Chicago area hospital,” his publicist, Danica Smith, said in a statement from Los Angeles.

The comedian suffered from sarcoidosis, an inflammatory lung disease that produces tiny lumps of cells in the body’s organs, but had said the condition went into remission in 2005. He recently was hospitalized and treated for pneumonia, which his publicist said was not related to the disease.

All of us here at T2W would like to express our condolences to the family of Bernie Mac. He will be missed.

[LIVING THE LIFE] Fabolous Versus Bow Wow!

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Jermaine Dupri uploaded another webisode of Living The Life on his channel and this time they decided to take a little break from recording and play some basketball. Fabolous was playing Bow Wow and it looks like Fabo won the match. Take a look at the webisode up top!

♫ T.I. f/ Ludacris – “Wish You Would”

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New music from T.I.‘s forthcoming project! “Wish You Would” is pretty self-explanatory. I don’t know if it’ll be a single or not, but if so, this would be T.I. and Luda’s first collaboration on a single.

♫ Click Here To Listen!

Who Owns The Look?: Meagan Good VS Nicole Scherzinger

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In this edition of “Who Owns the Look” we have Singer Nicole Scherzinger and actress Meagan Good rocking the same pair of ($250) Masonic Platform Collard T Strap Sandals. Meagan wore her shoes first at Spike TV’s 2nd Annual “Guy’s Choice” in July, while Nicole was spotted wearing the black version yesterday while at the 20th Anniversary of Madden NFL Franchise Celebration. So we must ask the question … WHO OWNS THE LOOK?

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Diddy, Donnie Klang, Jordin Sparks & Santogold Appear on FNMTV

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The recording of the next episode of FNMTV went down last night in L.A. and many guests appear on the show. Jordin Sparks was there as a co-host commentator and judge looking hot! Diddy was there in support of Donnie Klang to premiere the video for his single “Take You There”. While Santogold also performed last night. This episode will air tomorrow, Friday, August 8th. Check more flicks after the cut!

[VIDEO] Jay-Z Announces The Blueprint: 3

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Kanye West just closed his Glow In The Dark Tour at the Madison Square Garden yesterday and in this closing he announced that he’s currently in the studio producing beats for Jay-Z‘s upcoming album The Blueprint: 3. Jay-Z perform a track from his album, “Jockin’ Jay-Z”, which may even be the first single off the new album. Watch out Lil’ Wayne because this might be the biggest album of year! You can catch the BEST RAPPER ALIVE on the upcoming issue of VIBE Magazine. Check out the performance above!

Designer Spotlight: Dope Couture

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For T2W first ever Designer Spotlight post, I thought I would open your eyes to a clothing line that mixes pop culture with hip hop to get something that’s … DOPE! Dope Couture is a semi-new brand for men and women designed by Matt Fields and Chris Mart. Lupe Fiasco, The Spurs 2008 NBA Draft Pick George Hill, and Talib Kweli are just some of the celebs that have been spotted rockin’ Dope Couture Shirts! Keep reading to check out the interview I had with Matt Fields about Dope Couture.

More Jay-Z Vibe Covers!

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VIBE Magazine has released more covers of their upcoming special 15th anniversary juice issue. Vibe released TWO OTHER COVERS a couple of weeks ago also featuring Jay Z. Above is the official backpage pic and below are two more covers.

Victoria’s Secret Add HBCU’s To Their Pink Collegiate Collection

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Victoria’s Secret has added five Historically Black Colleges and Universities to its very popular Pink Collegiate Collection.

When Victoria’s Secret Pink rolled out its nationwide collegiate collection in June, featuring the names and logos of some 33 universities on sweats, hoodies, football tees, and totes, the promotion didn’t include any historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs). This fall, the brand plans to include five HBCUs in the second phase of its collegiate collection.

Keep reading to see what schools will be included in the collection and to find out what made Victoria’s Secret make the change.

Tyra Banks Poses as Michelle Obama in Harper’s Bazaar

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Tyra Banks is featured in and covers the September 2008 issue of Harper’s Bazaar. In this issue Tyra poses as Michelle Obama and talks about how she has been inspired by the future first lady.

With Barack Obama, his becoming president is them becoming president because Michelle was there from the beginning. Without Michelle, he wouldn’t be there.” Or, as she pronounces to her Tyra Banks Show camera after her Oval Office portrait, “Michelle Obama, you’re one hot mama.”

[FILL IN THE BLANK] Whatcha Lookin’ For Yung Berg?

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Dustin Gary

IMAGES JACKED FROM BOSSIP

Here are some pics of Yung “I don’t like dark-butts” Berg backstage at a show fiddling around in his undies for something. Whatcha lookin for Yung Berg? Fill in the blank! (Note: one more pic after the cut)

Yung Berg is looking for _______________. That’s why he’s messing around in his drawls!

UPDATE: So I was reading over at Necole Bitchie and came across these flicks. Apparently Yung Fag was ON STAGE when he did this and threw the towel into the audience and some broad caught it. Shortly aftwards, he was thrown out of the arena by the concert prometers. SMH.

★ [SPOTTED] Ciara In New York City

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SOHO, NEW YORK // MONDAY, AUGUST 4TH 2008 » Ciara was recently spotted out in Soho waiting for her chauffeur to pull up to take her to the next destination. Ciara is currently putting the finishing touches on her upcoming album, Fantasy Ride, due in stores this September. Check out the rest of the pics after the click!

[VIDEO PREMIERES] Bun B F/ Rick Ross, David Banner, and 8-Ball & MJG – “You’re Everything” // Will.i.am – “One More Chance”

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Dustin Gary

Here’s another T2W video premiere from Bun B featuring Rick Ross, David Banner, and 8-Ball & MJG. The song is titled “You’re Everything,” and it and the video is a tribute to Pimp C. The video features some of the biggest hip-hop artists from the south. Bun B’s latest album, “Ill Trill” is in stores now!

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★ [SPOTTED] Shaquille O’Neal // Tommy “Tiny” Lister aka Deebo

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Dustin Gary

NEW YORK CITY // MONDAY, AUGUST 4TH 2008 » Phoenix Sun basketball star Shaquille O’Neal was spotted signing autographs for a couple of fans (and even tickling one … aww!) as he and a friend left his hotel in Manhattan a few days ago. Hopefully he wasn’t putting on for the cameras because I love to see celebrities do stuff like this every now and then.