Weekly Music News: Def Jam's decision to keep the world in the dark regarding singer Rihanna's single "Russian Roulette" may have back fired; an explanation about this in a minute.

Rapper Rick Ross is convinced Lil Wayne will bounce back from his impending jail stint, insisting prison time will inspire him musically.

Weekly Music News: We are well into October and still the VMA drama continues with the release of a video showing Beyonce grabbing Lil Mama's hand

Jay-Z is continuing his reign as the King of Hip-Hop - he's been named the best rapper alive in a new poll by MTV.

Rapper Rick Ross' ex-girlfriend has made explosive claims about the hip-hop star as her tell-all book about their relationship hits shelves - branding him a "deadbeat dad" who attacked a former lover.

Beyonce and T.I. will lead the way at the 2009 BET Awards after landing five nominations each.

Shy rapper Rick Ross is so obsessed with his collection of designer sunglasses he always wears a pair during sex.

ATLANTA (AP) — The hip-hop world is a less bling-bling place these days. The music genre has been defined as much by diamond-encrusted watches and platinum chains as its gritty urban lyrics.

50 Cent has blasted reports he has offered his rap rival Rick Ross $500,000 to end their war of words, insisting the Hustlin' star has fabricated the allegations.

Block Entertainment/Bad Boy South recording artist Gorilla Zoe has made a stunning chart debut with his just-released sophomore album, Don't Feed Da Animals. The collection - which includes