MTV Buzzworthy Blog › DMX

+ NAACP Image Awards nominees include Beyoncé for Outstanding Female Artist and Outstanding Album, while Chris Brown's up for Outstanding Album and Outstanding Male Artist. Adele's "Someone Like You" received Outstanding Song and Video nods. (Billboard)

+ Lady Gaga and her mom's Born This Way Foundation will launch on Feb. 29 with an event at Harvard University. The foundation will work to end bullying by encouraging youth empowerment and equality. (MTV News)

+ DMX, Swizz Beatz, Eve and The LOX are reuniting for a Ruff Ryders tour. "We are all family and we're going to come back stronger than when we left... It's going to take the nation by storm," said DMX. (MTV News)

+ Swizz Beatz's Megaupload was shut down by the FBI yesterday. While he was not indicted, others in the company were arrested under multiple racketeering and copyright infringement charges. (MTV News)

+ A trial date has been set in April for William Balfour, the suspect accused of allegedly murdering Jennifer Hudson's mother, brother and nephew three and a half years ago. (MTV News)

Related Content Follow Buzzworthy on Twitter

Tags Adele, Beyonce, Buzz Bites, Chris Brown, DMX, Eve, Jennifer-Hudson, Lady Gaga, Swizz Beatz, The Lox

Credit: Getty Images

There are mad tributes happening here, guys. First Kanye West and Jay-Z paid tribute to famed soul legend Otis Redding with "Otis," the new single off their forthcoming collaboration album, Watch The Throne. Then rappers DMX and Busta Rhymes decided to pay homage to Kanye and Jay's tribute to Redding by crafting their own version of "Otis," "Otis (Freestyle)," which showcases DMX and Busta rhyming over the original "Otis" track. Still with me? Good. Let's continue.

Above all else, Otis Redding was known for his smooth, soulful voice. And while some of that sultriness was diluted in Kanye and Jay-Z's "Otis," I'd say any hint of tenderness just about vanishes completely in "Otis (Freestyle)." Practically storming the track with aggressive rhymes, it's hard to even make out what DMX and Busta are saying. But judging by their severely hostile tone, they're definitely pissed about something. Maybe their anger has to do with the fact that "Otis (Freestyle)" is DMX's first track back since being released from jail? Because they definitely can't be mad at Otis Redding -- who gets mad at Otis Redding?!

Our professional recommendation: Use this track to help you get pissed enough to steal back the perfectly worn-in Britney Spears T-shirt you left at your ex-boyfriend's house.

+ Listen to Busta Rhymes and DMX, "Otis (Freestyle)."

Related Content Follow Buzzworthy On Twitter

Tags Busta-Rhymes, DMX, Jay-Z, Kanye West

Credit: Getty Images

I wont lie: I say a daily prayer (or seven) asking the music gods for new Justin Timberlake music. They must have heard my prayers (PRAISE) because we got to see Justin flex his musical muscles on his appearance last night on "Late Night With Jimmy Fallon." It's not a new album or anything, but the result was almost equally as awesome.

As a follow-up to their incredible "The History Of Rap," Justin and Fallon (Jallon?) dropped their fiery sequel aptly titled, "The History Of Rap Part 2." Though it was clearly just an act, while being interviewed by Fallon, a seemingly coy Justin was reluctant to even think about attempting to top "Part 1": "No, no, no, stop. It's not gonna happen." said Justin. "We can't do it again, we can't top--" And then JT intentionally gazed over to Jimmy and reached behind him to grab a mic... Game on, folks.

Backed by The Roots, Justin and Jimmy voyaged down rap's memory lane (part 2): Salt-n-Pepa's "Push It," Vanilla Ice's "Ice Ice Baby," DMX's "Party Up," and (my personal favorite) Nelly's "Hot in Herre" all made an appearance. And in between a little Cali Swag District and 50 Cent, the duo seamlessly transitioned into Lil Wayne's "A Milli" just before closing out their set with Biz Markie's "Just A Friend."

I'm not sure why it takes a late-night show to get Justin Timberlake to hum a few bars, but I think we'd all like to extend a collective "THANKS!!" to Jimmy Fallon for facilitating even the tiniest hum from Justin's previously on-strike vocal chords.

+ Watch Justin Timberlake and Jimmy Fallon get down on "The History Of Rap Part 2" below.

Related Content Follow Buzzworthy On Twitter

Tags 50 Cent, Biz Markie, Cali Swag District, DMX, Jimmy Fallon, Justin Timberlake, Lil Wayne, Nelly, Salt-N-Pepa, The Roots, Vanilla Ice

Credit: Splash News

+ You may have heard it the other day, but now you can actually see it. Watch the video of Lady Gaga performing "The Edge Of Glory" on the Howard Stern Show. Just a forewarning: There might be tears. (Just Jared)

+ Probably because he had so much fun after his surprise appearance in Brooklyn this weekend, Kanye West joined Rihanna onstage during her Long Island, New York, show last night, performing "All Of The Lights" and "Run This Town" with RiRi. And as you should do in 2011, Rihanna tweeted her "Thank you" after the show. (Neon Limelight)

+ "When I heard "Gucci Gucci," I heard the flows, I was excited before I even knew who she was," said Drake about up-and-comer Kreayshawn to Invasion Radio. The "Marvin's Room" rapper also left the door open for a collabo, stating, "Anytime she's ready." (Rap-Up)

+ Based on the New York Times bestseller Act Like A Lady, Think Like A Man, Chris Brown will star in an upcoming comedy film titled "Think Like A Man." No word on what role the R&B singer will play yet. (Rolling Stone)

+ Rapper DMX was released from jail yesterday morning after serving eight months of a one-year term for probation violation. Now that he's a free man, DMX said, "I'm going to go see my daughter while the sun is up, then I'm going to be in the studio." (MTV News)

Related Content Follow Buzzworthy On Twitter

Tags Buzz Bites, Chris Brown, DMX, Drake, Kanye West, Kreayshawn, Lady Gaga, Rihanna

(Credit: Thierry Le Goues via KanyeWest.com)

A picture says a thousand words, which is good because Kanye West usually has a lot on his mind. In the past, back in the halcyon days when KanyeUniversecity was his main online thought depot, Kanye would regularly blast off on one topic or another usually in ALL CAPS (see some of our favorite Kanye rants here).

These days, Kanye is moving into a more visual medium to express himself, perhaps saving all his words for his raps. KanyeWest.com is his new-ish outpost, and it is, for the most part, made up of hi-res, high quality images ... of ladies. Because Kanye West LOVES the ladies.

Even without words, this cat is outrageous. Kanye's site currently features naked girls dressed in chain mail, Amber Rose rocking a zorro mask, a scene from the Nas/DMX gangster flick "Belly," some cute babies (!!!??!) and pretty much an entire page dedicated to Grace Jones. It's funny and pretentious and a bit ingenious. Much like the man, himself.

We've selected a few PG shots for you to see. Take a gander for yourself at KanyeWest.com. Warning: The site has some NSFW stuff. It's all in the name of art though.

Tags Amber Rose, DMX, Grace Jones, Kanye West, Nas

+  Eminem did a lot of reaching out when he was addicted to drugs. Reaching out to people he has things in common with. People who understand the lifestyle he leads. People like Elton John. (MTV News)

+ There has been a lot of good buzz about Depeche Mode's new album "Sounds Of The Universe" and the subsequent world tour this summer. Sucks that singer Dave Gahan is having really bad stomach problems, forcing them to cancel tons of shows. (The Tripwire)

+ Looks like that Rihanna and Lady GaGa track we told you about Tuesday was a fakity fake. Ugh... it's always too good to be true. (Singersroom)

+ Our favorite feline Kitty Purry (Katy Perry) brought the lolz on last night's American Idol when she managed to piss off anyone from middle America who is not voting for little "Lamchop" (Adam Lambert). What didn't bring the lolz, however, was how flat she was. Give a girl an earpiece! (Neon Limelight)

+ Speaking of things that AREN'T flat (and no, we're not talking about Katy Perry's boobs) -- have you seen her new video for "Waking Up In Vegas?" She took us behind the scenes as only KP can do. (Buzzworthy)

+ DMX has evidently found Jesus (by Jesus, we mean the Son of God, not Madonna's love sponge Jesus Luz) and you'll never guess where -- in jail of course, while the rapper was doing time for animal cruelty and sundry other indiscretions. (NME)

+ If it's really true that actress Bette Midler wants to collabo with 50 Cent, then we really WILL be able to eat Dippin' Dots in hell. (The Hip Hop Chronicle UK)

Tags 50 Cent, Adam Lambert, American Idol, Bette Midler, Dave Gahan, Depeche Mode, DMX, Elton John, Eminem, Jesus Luz, Katy Perry, Lady Gaga, Madonna, Rihanna

+ Know this: Kanye West claims he's NOT a member of the Twitterverse (guess he's too busy blogging). So it looks like someone's nabbed Ye's identity (zoinks!) and is sending out faux Tweets (Feets?). And now Kanye's fake Twitter is down, and maybe he isn't *actually* fighting with Stephen Colbert, but he still really does want to be a fashion design intern, and this is all getting so Web 2.0 my head is gonna explode. (Stereogum)

+ Suge Knight's free and clear after allegedly beating the beejeebus out of a woman in a Las Vegas parking lot. He was also allegedly brandishing a knife and maybe/possibly/probably carrying some ecstasy and hydrocodone too, but all charges were dismissed without prejudice. We're guessing OJ Simpson is all "Seriously, WTF?" right about now. (Evil Beet)

+ Uhh, DMX might want to think about hiring Suge's lawyer, as his legal probs just got a whole lot worse. After failing to appear in an Arizona court to answer charges of animal cruelty and drug possession, a judge issued a warrant for the rapper's arrest (and we're really trying to resist making a "Jailhouse Rock" joke here. REEEALLY. TRYING. HARD.) (MTV News)

+ Looks like Britney Spears might get her birthday wish after all: Circus is selling like woah, and figures indicate that Brit's gonna debut at #1 on the Billboard chart this week. She's so hot, even Opes (Winfrey if you're nasty) -- wants to chat her up. The comeback is SO on, people (Perez Hilton).

+ T.I. performed "Whatever You Like" as this week's musical guest on Saturday Night Live. Next week Kanye West performs. Expect ranting. (Rap-Up)

+ Grammy-nominated M.I.A. has R.S.V.P'd "no can do" to the February 8th awards. Apparently her baby's due date the same night! M.I.A., can we has your ticket? Also, please do not name your baby Grammy. Or anything pertaining to "Bird Flu." (Perez Hilton)

+ Speaking of babies, rumors are flying that Janet Jackson is pregnant. Janet missed a number of tour dates in October, and now peeps are wondering if it was all because she's preggo. However, Jermaine Dupri is not ashamed... to tell the world she's not expecting. Hmmm... (Contact Music)

Tags Britney Spears, DMX, Janet Jackson, Jermaine Dupri, Kanye West, M.I.A., Suge Knight, T.I.

+ Jordin Sparks admits she used to have a thing for American Idol judge Simon Cowell. "I did have a crush on Simon before going on the show," she confesses. Then, presumably, she met him and immediately came to her senses. (ICYDK)

+ Barack Obama has reportedly picked Jennifer Hudson to sing the national anthem before his DNC acceptance speech. (Entertainment Weekly)

+ Jo Bros fend off Kid Rock, hold onto the album charts' top spot a little bit longer. (MTV)

+ The juicy story behind Kelly Osbourne's black eye? A wayward kitchen cabinet fell on her face. But hey, you should see the other guy! (Starpulse)

+ Lil Wayne misses a court appearance due to an emergency orthodontic-related mishap. (TMZ)

+ Meanwhile, DMX does show up to court, and manages to get himself a plea bargain ... despite dropping the F-bomb. (MTV)

+ Tropical Storm Gustav (not to be confused with Tokio Hotel drummer Gustav Schafer) continues to wreak havoc near the coast of Mexico. Dios mio/ Oh mein gotte! (MarketWatch)

Tags American Idol, Barack Obama, Buzz Bites, Celebrity, DMX, Jennifer-Hudson, Jonas Brothers, Jordin Sparks, Kid Rock, Lil Wayne, Music, News, Tokio Hotel

+ Katy Perry's evangelical mother isn't exactly thrilled with her daughter's VMA-nominated ode to bicuriosity. Instead, she says, "its message is shameful and disgusting....When ["I Kissed A Girl"] comes on the radio I bow my head and pray." Fortunately for Katy, lots of us disagree. (Popeater)

+ The Game to Lil Wayne: "I don't ever put nobody before myself," says Game. "I feel I'm the greatest alive, I hold it down. But Wayne, he's got it right now. So I don't mind stepping behind for a minute until it's my turn." (MTV)

+ Calling all "Buddy Holly" fans! Weezer needs some extras for their new "Troublemaker" video. Preferably, those living in the "Beverly Hills" area. (Pitchfork)

+ Those never-before-heard U2 songs that hit the web this weekend? Apparently, they were the work of an overzealous fan, who staked out Bono's house and then recorded the sunglasses-wearing frontman listening to his own stereo. Seriously. (Rolling Stone)

+ Forget about Octoberfest. Phil Spector will spend the days leading up to St. Hallow's Eve getting retried for murder. (BBC)

+ Bad news for DMX. The oft-jailed rapper could be stuck behind bars until October. (The Boombox)

+ Jared Leto's not about to take a $30 million lawsuit -- against his band, 30 Seconds to Mars -- sitting down. Instead, he's firing back, describing the suit as "ridiculously overblown," "insane" and "totally unrealistic." Angela Chase would be super proud. (MTV)

Tags 30 Seconds To Mars, Buzz Bites, Celebabies, Celebrity, DMX, Katy Perry, Lil Wayne, Music, News, Phil Spector, The Game, U2, Weezer