Ms. Drama talks to Richard Garcia, the man who lives to emulate 2 Pac Shakur, backstage at Summer Jam. During the interview Richard talks about his connection with 2 Pac and changing himself to become the deceased rapper. He rhymes and talks about people’s reactions to his appearance and reveals his real 9 to 5 as a teacher. He open up about meeting 2 Pac father and the upcoming meeting he plans to have with Afeni Shakur. A startling interview with Richard Garcia.

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Ms. Drama TV covers Summer Jam 2010 where she gets an update from Lil Twist and captures the DJ Khaled and friends set. Khaled brings out a few surprises during the show including, Rick Ross, Luda, Nicki Minaj, Busta Rhymes, Fat Joe and T-Pain. Plus backstage footage from the event.

Hip-Hop, New Jersey, Live Performances and a crowd of 50,000 + screaming fans were the summer cocktail of the annual hip-hop concert. This year, it was at a new Stadium, but the same formula of popular artists and the more or less expected mash-ups still made up the night’s event.

Gucci Mane opened the show with Waka Flocka Flame, performing fan favorites such as, “Wasted”,“Lemonade” and “Oh Let’s Do It”. His first major performance out of jail, Gucci Mane amped the crowd setting the pitch for the evening’s festivities.

Juelz Santana, sin Jim Jones, who was rumored to be prohibited in entering Giant’s Stadium, donned the stage with Freeky Zekey where they performed the “Dipset Anthem”, “Back to the Crib” and “Pop Champagne”. During the set, Lloyd Banks joined Juelz for their summer hit of “Beamers Benz, or Bentley”. Maino also came out to support, performing “Get ‘Em Tiger” with crew.

To cater to the lyrical crowd, which may or may not have existed that night, Talib Kweli and Hi-Tek brought out Estelle and later, Jay-Z’s signee to Roc Nation, J. Cole, to the stage. Estelle  performed “Midnight Hour” with Talib Kweli and allowed J. Cole to demonstrate his talent with songs off of his mixtape.

To appeal to the “streets”, Brooklyn MC Fabolous, touched the stage with live band performing mixtape hit “Body Ya”. Although a short set, the crowd was warmed up for the anticipated act of the night: Drake.

In a midst of unnecessary smoke from the stage, Drake emerged with a surprising energy and buoyancy that made many wonder if the EMT would have to be called later that night. He brought out head honcho for Cash Money, Baby, and not surprisingly his team mate Nicki Minaj, who made her entrance in usual Barbie Fashion. Talking on her role, she brought out dancehall reggae artist, Egyptian to perform “Hold Yuh”. With a few seconds of pretend grinding to the song, they parted ways for her and Drake to have their moment of love declarations to one another – where she then exited the stage. In the last few minutes before his set ended, Drake decided to pay homage to his locked up team leader, Lil Wayne with the song, “I’m Going In”.

Nicki’s night didn’t end there for she also made a few more appearances including one for her verse in Ludacris’ “My Chick Bad” and “All I Do is Win” remix with DJ Khaled. For Nicki’s “Lil’ Freak” performance with Usher, she reportedly walked out on stage hand in hand with Cassie, for her infamous, “plotting on how [she] can take Cassie away [from Diddy]” verse.

Trey Songz also added to the atmosphere coming in with his own smoke and mirrors flair that drew in the female audience. With heavy gyrations and suggestive moves, Trey crooned to his female fan base how he “Invented Sex” and the “Neighbors Know [His] Name”.

DJ Khaled’s set was was one of the obvious highlights from the night. He brought out Rick Ross, T Pain, Ludacris, Busta Rhymes, Fat Joe and reggae icon Barrington Levy. Cam’ron was the biggest surprise performing street banger, “I Really Mean It” and “Speaking Tungs” with Vado. “All I Do is Win” was the obvious vote for the night as everyone’s hands followed the instructions carefully, by literally going up and down during his set.

Finally, Usher made his grandiose appearance with pyrotechnics and a little bit of divo. He opened his catalogue book and performed past classics as well as his current hits. Although the crowd started to pan out, Usher ended his show with O-M-G which gave some last minute energy to those who has stayed until the very end.

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Ms. Drama TV covers the Vh1 Hip-Hop Honors Dirty South edition in New York. The nominees as well as the artists performing stop by to talk about the importance of the event as well as their upcoming projects. J. Prince reveals his new deal with Universal and his son discovering Drake on myspace. Slim Thug talks honoring J. Prince & being like him versus Jay-Z, plus his upcoming movie ventures and adult film life. Artists also talk about the southern artists left out/not present & their thoughts on it. Cameos/interviews from Gucci Mane, Juvenile, Ying-Yang Twins, Bone Crusher, J. Prince + son, Slim Thug, Franchise Boys, and Sebastian.

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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”.

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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!

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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.

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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.

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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!

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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

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