Ms. Drama talks to the Dream at the Vh1 Save the Music event in New York where he talks about the importance of saving the music for future generations. Ms. Drama gets the Dream to talk about his Twitter Rant and why he felt frustrated with the feedback from the recent leaks. He mentions his album, Love King, and touches on the Aaliyah cover which he felt, “if anyone had the right to sing her music, it was [him]“. The Dream also touches on the fact that this will be his last album since he feels “no one appreciates [his] music”.
Drag-on sits down with Ms. Drama to talk about his 6+ year hiatus and why he became more of an underground artist. He also talks about his upcoming album, My Life, My Legacy, My Melody coming out this year. Drag also touches on the business issues with Ruff Ryders and why this is his last album with them. He also reveals DMX’s state & gives his opinion on the current hip-hop out. Drag also explains why he was personally affected by Guru’s death and talks about why he’s ready to see Ja Rule come back in the game!
West Coast’s Mann sits down with Ms. Drama to talk about his music and being a new signee to Def Jam. He talks about not necessarily fitting in to the movements in the west and essentially creating his own “fly” movement. He also talks about the process of proving him self to other veterans in the game and why he’s not trying to be a Disney rapper. He touches on his new single Text and how he linked with J.R. Rotem. Plus Mann offers a “freestyle” and predicts his future career.
Ms. Drama talks to the Roots at their listening session about their upcoming album, How I Got Over. During the mass interview, the Roots address the album and the “fork in the road” theme. Questo talks about the Money Making Jam Boys who are currently featured on the album and their future collaborations. Questo explains how touring will be w/ the busyness of the Jimmy Fallon show and why they will still be able to tour as a unit. Finally Questo talks about the upcoming John Legend collaboration and why it will be John’s grittiest album to date. Plus, Quest talks Booker T, and gives other exclusive about his upcoming projects.
Murs sits down with Ms. Drama to discuss his album, ForNever with 9th Wonder. He goes into his tour schedule and his recent marriage. Murs also notes the evolution of his music and his progress, and talks about some of the newer artists he’s worked with during that time. He also acknowledges Diddy as one of his heros, and claims that Dr. Dre could learn from Diddy by working with various artists from his coast. He also mentions that there is no real competition out there any more and why he’s the ultimate Tabby Boney fan!
Steven Hill, Diddy & Queen Latifa hosted the BET press conference where they announce the 2010 award nominees. Diddy admits that there has been some low points with BET, but says this year, they will step it up. He also reveals that he will be performing and that his upcoming album, Diddy Dirty Money – Last Train to Paris, will be coming out 12 mindnight after the BET awards (June 28th). Queen Latifia also talks about her new hosting gig and how she plans to “do it justice”. 2010 BET Awards air June 27th.
Check out the 2010 BET Awards Nominations:
Do my picks match yours?
Who should win: S
Who will likely win: W
Best Female R&B Artist
Beyoncé – W
Mary J. Blige
Melanie Fiona: S
Alicia Keys
Rihanna
Best Male R&B Artist
Chris Brown
Raheem DeVaughn
Maxwell – S
Trey Songz – W
Usher
Best Gospel The Anointed Pace Sisters
Kirk Franklin Presents Artists United For Haiti – S, W
Tamela Mann
Marvin Sapp
Vickie Winans
Best Female Hip Hop Artist Ester Dean
Lil Kim
Nicki Minaj – S, W
Rasheeda
Trina
Best Male Hip Hop Artist B.o.B.
Drake – S, W
Fabolous
Jay-Z
Ludacris
Best Group
Black Eyed Peas
Clipse
Diddy-Dirty Money
New Boyz
Young Money – S, W
Best New Artist Justin Bieber
Melanie Fiona – S
Nicki Minaj – W
Wale
Young Money
Best Collaboration Beyoncé f/ Lady Gaga – Video Phone – W
B.o.B. f/ Bruno Mars – Nothin’ On You
Drake & Trey Songz – Successful
Drake f/ Lil Wayne, Kanye West & Eminem – Forever
Jay-Z & Alicia Keys – Empire State of Mind – S
Trey Songz f/ Fabolous – Say Aah
Video of the Year Beyoncé f/ Lady Gaga – Video Phone
B.o.B. f/ Bruno Mars – Nothin’ On You
Melanie Fiona – It Kills Me
Jay-Z & Alicia Keys – Empire State of Mind – S, W
Jay-Z, Rihanna & Kanye West – Run This Town
Video Director of the Year Benny Boom
Gil Green
Anthony Mandler – S, W
Chris Robinson
Hype Williams
Best Actress Taraji P. Henson
Regina King
Mo’Nique – S, W
Zoe Saldana
Gabourey Sidibe
Best Actor Quinton Aaron
Don Cheadle
Idris Elba
Jamie Foxx – S, W
Denzel Washington
YoungStars Award
Selena Gomez
Lil JJ
Keke Palmer
Willow Smith
Tyler James Williams – S, W
Best Movie
Avatar – S
Law Abiding Citizen
Michael Jackson’s This Is It
Precious: Based on the Novel ‘Push’ by Sapphire – W
The Blindside
Subway Sportswoman of the Year Tamika Catchings
Vanessa James
Candace Parker
Serena Williams – S, W
Venus Williams
Subway Sportsman of the Year
Carmelo Anthony
Usain Bolt
Kobe Bryant
LeBron James – S, W
Tiger Woods
Viewers Choice Nominees
Beyoncé – Sweet Dreams
Jay-Z & Alicia Keys – Empire State of Mind
Monica – Everything To Me
Rihanna f/ Young Jeezy – Hard
Trey Songz f/ Fabolous – Say Aah
Young Money (Lil Wayne, Gudda Gudda, Nicki Minaj, Jae Millz, Drake, Tyga) f/ Lloyd – Bedrock – S, W
Centric Award
Melanie Fiona
Maxwell – S, W
Chrisette Michele
Monica
Sade Best International Act Kojo Antwi (Ghana)
Chipmunk (UK)
Dizzee Rascal (UK)
Estelle (UK)
Hip Hop Pantsula (HHP) (South Africa)
K’NAAN (Somalia) – S
M.I. (Nigeria)
P-Square (Nigeria)
Corinne Bailey Rae (UK)
Sade (UK) – W
Ms. Drama attends the Core DJ Retreat in Orlando where Waka Flocka Flame clears up supposed beef with Ms. Drama TV from the previous interview. Ms. Drama also runs into Chopper City, during the Digiwaxx pool party, who address Kat Stacks and the comments she made about him.
Leela James sits down with Ms. Drama to talk about her upcoming album, My Soul. She opens up about her new BET hosting gig, called My Black is Beautiful. Leela talks about her new single, Tell Me that You Love Me and reveals her thoughts on relationships and why men should be more open. Leela James also hits at her burgeoning acting career. An exclusive interview with Leela James!
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