Eleven years ago today, the music industry was shaken when Aaliyah died in a tragic plane crash in the Bahamas at the age of 22. Two of her closest friends, Missy Elliott and DMX, remember her on the anniversary of her death. “AALIYAH u will always be a 1 in A MILLION to your Fans…

Looks like the rumors of Nicki Minaj joining ‘American Idol‘ may be true. The Hollywood Reporter says that Minaj and country crooner Keith Urban are close to finalizing their contracts for the show! Minaj will reportedly pocket $8 million for judging Season 12 of the ratings juggernaut, and she has an extra perk: She gets…

Indie hip-hop label Cinematic Music Group has inked a partnership deal with Sony Red Entertainment to further expand its reach in label services, management, touring and merchandising. This will allow the label to tap into Sony Red’s distribution and marketing services, which will mean nothing but great things for the Cinematic roster. Here’s who is currently signed and…

Azealia Banks is giving her fans something to pucker up to while she readies her debut album. The “Liquorice” rapper has teamed up with M.A.C Cosmetics for a limited edition lipstick named after her alter ego, Yung Rapunxel, reports Nylon. The eggplant purple-colored lipstick will be available online September 5 and in all New York…

Rihanna is making her return to the MTV Video Music Awards. The pop princess has been added as a performer for this year’s show. She will take the stage at the Staples Center in Los Angeles on September 6 at 8 p.m. EST. She leads the awards with five nominations including Video of the Year,…

Beans broke bread this morning with the Power 105. He spoke on his album, State Property, Jay and Dame, tax issues, possibly releasing a book and today’s game.