BEHIND THE SCENES OF KANYE WEST'S “POWER” VIDEO

The 88 created a behind the scenes look at Kanye Wests “POWER” by Marco Brambilla.  This is an exclusive video showing never seen footage of the anticipated video before its official release.  

“POWER” shows a continuous camera move from extreme close-up of Mr. West revealing an a neoclassical video tableau showing characters and creatures surrounding him in an abstract environment - all moving in extreme slow motion.  Inspired by Michelangelo’s frescos in the Sistine Chapel, the piece depicts a faux historical moment - an empire on the brink of collapse from its own excess, decadence and corruption. Visit THE 88

Civilization, a video mural created for the new Standard hotel in New York City, depicts a journey from hell to heaven interpreted through modern film language using computer-enhanced found footage. This epic video mural contains over 300 individual channels of looped video blended into a multi-layered seamless tableau of interconnecting images that illustrate a contemporary, satirical take on the concepts of Heaven and Hell. This video is going to be crazy !!

 

Trey Songz – My Moment

Just in case you missed the new reality T.v show on BET from the 25 year old R&B Sensation Trey Songz. "MY MOMENT" is a 10-part docu-series that follows R&B sensation, Trey Songz, through the history-making Blueprint 3 Tour, to the development of his fourth album, and the anticipation surrounding its release. Here are episodes 1 through 4. Trey Songz premieres every tuesday 10:pm/ 9c. Videos brought to you by http://www.bet.com

Episode: 1 -The Preparation 

Episode: 2 -The Grind

Episode: 3 -Doin Too Much

 
              

Episode: 4 -The Garden

           


           

VH1 Behind The Music: Usher

 Usher Terry Raymond IV talks about what it’s like being a father, the concepts behind his albums and his brief reunion with his dad. The episode takes you from how he got discovered at talent shows, to recording his debut with Diddy and about his personal life.

 

BEHIND THE SCENES OF "PUT IT ON MY HOOD" BOW WOW FT SEAN KINGSTON & DJ KHALED

Behind the scenes video from Bow Wow new song "Put It On My Hood" ft. Sean Kingston and DJ Khaled from his up coming album Who Is Shad Moss.

Dirty Money Black Men Magazine Photo Shoot *SNEAK PEEK*

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 Check out this behind the scenes look at Dirty Money’s ‘Blackmen’ magazine shoot.

Amber Rose Covers Hip Hop Weekly

Hip Hop Weekly captures the seductive Amber Rose on the cover of their Summer issue. Heating up the pages of this special edition with Swimsuit & Summer style as she "takes on Miami" at the Grand Beach Hotel.

A letter From Behind The Bars

While we await the release of rapper Lil Wayne, he continues to send out letters to his fans via WeezyThanxYou.com! The latest letter from Wayne includes what he is doing to kill some time until his November release and his opinions on the most recent events in music and sports...

Hello world… I’m good. Counting the days and still smiling. Most of those smiles come from hearing my kids’ voices over the phone. The others come from reading fan mail. Let me just say that I have the best fans in the world! The devotion, dedication, support, love, and most of all, prayers are simply the best. I never imagined that I could have such an impact on people’s lives. Because of this, I vow to be a bit more careful of what I say.

So I’ve been writing and let me be the first to tell you that the lyrics that I’m writing are… well there’s no word that I can think of that properly defines them. Amazing would be too typical and perfect would be unfair. I listen to the radio sometimes, emphasis on sometimes, and I hear the new music. I like some. I applaud my Young Money family for what they’re doing. As I’m not surprised. This is what we’re supposed to do. Congrats to Drake and Nicki for all their recent success. Those 2 are going to have me retiring early. I love my team. Much love to Tez and Mack. I know that people are inquisitive of what I do all day, so here goes. I wake up around 11AM. Have some coffee. Call my kids, and my wonderful mother. I then shower up. Read fan mail. Have lunch. Back on the phone. Read a book or write some thoughts down. Have dinner. Phone. Pushups. Then I listen to ESPN on the radio. Read the bible, then sleep. That’s my day.

I’ll end this letter, but never my love. I’m gone. Oh, and how ‘bout dem Lakers!?!

P.S. I thank my fans for appreciating me the way you do.

- Tunechi.

New' Cash Money In LA For The BET Awards

 Cash Money - Young Money In LA For The BET Awards.

New' Sneak Peek to Marques Houston & Rick Ross - Pullin On Her Hair

Marques Houston first single off his upcoming album Mattress Music. Due out September 14th.

VH1 Behind The Music : Jennifer Lopez

 

Jennifer Lopez on VH1 Behind The Music. J. Lo breaks it down from her childhood as a dancer, pushing for her acting career - her relationships and the compelling determination that has made her a complete triple threat. Jennifer Lopes - singer, dancer, actress !

BET Awards 2010 : Clips

Tribute to Prince for his lifetime achievements included performance of his classics - "Let's  Go Crazy" by Janelle Monae, "If I Was Ur Girlfriend" by Esperanza Spalding, "Adore" by Alicia Keys and "Purple Rain"by Patti LaBelle.

Diddy - Dirty Money along with the "Dream Team" - DJ Khaled, Rick Ross, T.I. and Nicki Minaj put on a smokey and crazy performance of 'Hello Good Morning."

Last but certainly the highlight of the night was Chris Brown's memorable Michael Jackson tribute. His moves were down pack, featuring several hits from the Legend. His performance ended on a emotional note when he took the stage to sing "Man In The Mirror."

For More From The BET Awards 2010, Visit:

http://betawards.bet.com/

BET Awards 2010 : The Winners

Video of the Year : Beyonce & Lady Gaga - "Video Phone"

Best Actor - Idris Elba

Best Movie – “Precious"

Best Collaboration - Jay-Z & Alicia Keys

YoungStars Award - KeKe Palmer

Best Actress – Mo’Nique

Best Female R&B Artist - Alicia Keys

Best Group - Young Money

Humanitarian Award Recipient - John Legend

Best Male R&B Artist - Trey Songz

Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient: Prince

Best Gospel - Marvin Sapp

Subway Sportswoman of the Year - Serena Williams

Subway Sportsman of the Year - LeBron James

Best New Artist - Nicki Minaj

Drizzy Drake: “Better Than Good Enough” Documentary

The full documentary of Drizzy Drake from MTV, follows him mastering his album all the way to his release date. Check out the remaining clips.

NEW' On The Set Of Rick Ross “B.M.F” Video Shoot

Red Cafe, Bun B, French Montana, DJ Khaled & many more were in hand during Rick Ross’ video shoot.

 

New' Dipset Reunion 2010

Freekey Zekey, Cam'ron, Jim Jones & Juelz Santana

It's been almost five years since Dipset went their separate ways due to problems within the group.

 

Ciara Performs “Ride” At The Grand Opening of The 400 Club LUX In Miami

Courtesy of http://400life.com/

Snoop Dogg Marriage Anniversary Tattoo

 Boss Lady aka Shante Broadus, snoop dogg's longtime wife In celebration of his marriage anniversary he gets a tattoo of her on his arm of the Boss Lady herself. Snoop Dogg "You with me everywhere I go now" heres the video below.

MORE NICKI MINAJ BLACKMEN MAGAZINE PHOTOSHOOT

Nicki Minaj is keeping herself busy these days preparing for her new album, tours releasing new records & photo shoots such as Blackmen Magazine. Here are more pictures from that shoot.

ROLLING STONE: June 24,2010

Jay-Z makes his third appearance on the cover of Rolling Stone, Issue 1107. In the Issue, Rolling Stone takes a look at how Jay-Z has become "King of America." He speaks about his lifestyle, Lebron James and New Jersey Nets and Beyonce.

Also in the issue is the Oil Spill that has effected the Gulf & President Obama and also a look at Jonah Hill, a bright new comedy on the rise. 

YRB MAG : Brandy

Brandy's recent shoot with YRB Magazine. Brandy Norwood aka Bran-Nu's shoot features her in some sexy swimsuit, poolside. 

The singing sensation is currently working on her new sound as rapper Bran-Nu, but certainly her singing isn't going anywhere.

For More & Info on Her Wardrobe for the Shoot Visit:

YRB Magazine.com

And for those who haven't heard her new sound - here's a clip of her performance of "Meet Me in The Middle" with Timbaland; off his new album Shock Value II.

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