AHH.com has confirmed that rumors spreading about the recent assault of the son of Hip-Hop music mogul Jimmy "Henchmen" Rosemond are true and the 14-year-old is considering charges against two of rap's biggest stars - 50 Cent and Tony Yayo.
Sources close to Rosemond's Czar Entertainment told AHH.com the assault occured on Tuesday (Mar. 20), as Rosemond's 14-year-old son was heading to his internship at his father's record label/management firm, located at 11 W. 25th Street.
According to sources, 50 Cent and Tony Yayo were leaving the offices of Violator Management, which is located on 36 W. 25th Street, when they saw the boy walking down the street, wearing a Czar Entertainment T-shirt.
Tony Yayo and several associates allegedly approached the teen and confronted him, not knowing he was Rosemond's son.
"As 50 was getting into his SUV, he hand signaled over to Yayo and his entourage to approach and harass the boy," a source told AHH.com. "After being interrogated for several minutes as to why he was wearing a Czar Entertainment sweatshirt, Yayo pushed the boy up against the wall."
Yayo allegedly backhanded the boy and shouted several explicatives directed toward Czar Entertainment.
According to sources, criminal charges may be filed against 50 Cent, born Curtis Jackson and Tony Yayo, born Marvin Bernard.
Tony Yayo is managed by Violator Artist Management, which also handles the careers of 50 Cent, Busta Rhymes, Young Buck, Lloyd Banks and other G-Unit artists.
According to sources, Rosemond and Yayo had an earlier exchange of words in front of The Apollo during Justo's 10th Annual Mixtape Awards in Dec. 2006.
A source close to Violator Management denied that 50 Cent was involved in the incident and noted that Chris Lighty's brother was also the victim of a recent attack, which the source blamed on individuals associated with Rosemond.
"50 wasn't there," a source close to Violator told AHH.com. "They should do whatever. But we will charge Jimmy Henchmen sent someone, who got in a fight with Chris' [Lighty's] brother. 50 and Chris weren't even in the building when the incident happened."Czar Entertainment manages the career of Too $hort, Ali & Gipp, Trillville and former G-Unit member The Game, who was engaged in a now infamous feud with 50 Cent and his entire G-Unit crew.
(L note: So Yayo is now bullying little kids now, Yayo's what 38, lil man is 14????
I hate to say it but somebody going to get bodied for this)
Beanie Sigel Confirms Move Back To Roc-A-Fella; Reveals New Album
After being away from the limelight for a little bit, Beanie Sigel has been resurfacing as of late, revealing some interesting news.
A week after celebrating his birthday at Jay-Z's 40/40 Club in New York with all the Roc-A-Fella staff present, Beanie has confirmed that he is back with Roc-A-Fella.
On Wednesday (March 21), the rapper called into to New York's Hot 97 radio station to speak with DJ Absolut about his current situation and a little about his return, confirming rumors of his move back to his former label.
"You can expect B. Sigel... you can expect that at Roc-A-Fella," the rapper said on the air. "I'm coming. I took a little vacation off just to chill, watch things..."
The things he's referring to are jabs taken at him via freestyles and mixtape tracks. Even though he's been away, he's been listening. "A lot of people getting beside they self. I hear a lot shots being popped at me. I'm here to do what I do -- hitman for hire," said Sigel.
Although he did not specify anyone in particular, he did say that when the album drops, he's gonna "tap" someone up, so fans will have to pay to find out whom.
As far as his forthcoming album, it will be tentatively titled The Solution and will feature collaborations with Jay-Z, as well as production from Just Blaze, but that's the only names he will reveal as of now.
According to Sigel, the title is "self explanatory. The solution to a lot of things that's going on; I'm the solution."As of press time, The Solution is still in the works and has no release date as of yet. Timbaland Opens Up In New Issue Of Entertainment Weekly; Says He Is Disappointed In Jay-Z
In the March 30th issue of Entertainment Weekly, Timbaland opens up about a variety of topics.
ON JAY-Z:
Timothy "Timbaland" Mosley has been excelling at everything. It seems the super producer/rapper has the midas touch, as he has brought success to many big names such as Justin Timberlake, Missy Elliot, Nelly Furtado, and more. While his previous attempts at making his own album weren't successful, Tim is making another attempt with Shock Value (due April 3), and it features everyone from Elton John and Dr. Dre to Fall Out Boy. The album is so chock-ful that a contribution from one of hip-hop's heaviest, Jay-Z, did not make the cut. The album's deadline was hours away and Jay Z's track was still incomplete so Tim had no choice but to eliminate it from the record. "Jay's really disappointed me," he says.
ON SCOTT STORCH:
One man who has tried to take away from Timbaland's success has been one-time collaborator hip-hop producer Scott Storch. In 2002, Storch was a keyboard player for Timbaland, even playing piano on "Cry Me A River," which he claimed to have written the hook for. Tim disses Storch on the newly released Shock Value single "Give It To Me" (I'm a real producer and you just the piano man". Storch quickly shot back: On "Built Like Dat," he claims that he and Tim's engineers are the true authors of Tim's hits. Tim broached the subject of his feud with EW. "I know he got a little record out," Tim says. "I just want him to destroy his career. Because that's what he's doing. But I gotta be real smart. The more I talk about him, the more I big him up…I gotta pray on it."
ON BEING SHOT:
And for the first time ever, Tim speaks publicily about when he was shot at age 17. He was doing work as a DJ, and held a series of menial jobs, including washing dishes at a Red Lobster, where he was constantly bumping heads with a local thug. One night, Tim's tormentor wandered into the kitchen as he was punching the clock to leave. "I got somethin' for ya," the guy said. "Oh yeah?" Tim retorted. "What you got?" His nemesis then pumped off a gunshot from a weapon hidden inside a bag; the bullet passed through Tim's neck and lodged in his right shoulder (fragments remain to this day). One positive thing out of the incident? The shooting helped him form a bond with 50 Cent. "I'll tell you this," Tim says, "if you get shot and you survive, you feel like your;'e an incredible hulk. Them bullets don't hurt when they go in. But then they got that burnin', that acid burn. God damn! It feels like a stove burning in your blood. You feel like any minute you gonna be dyin." And he continues. "I been through some junk," he sighs. "It ain't all been peaches and cream."
For more on the article be sure to check out:http://www.ew.com/ew/article/0,,20015644,00.htmlT.I. And Tiny Endure A Terrrible Loss!!!
T.I.’s long time girlfriend and Baby’s mother, as well as former Xscape member — Tameka “Tiny” Cottle has allegedly miscarried their soon to be expecting bundle of joy.
While the details are sketchy at the moment, what I can tell you is that she was roughly five months pregnant, and is currently recovering at an Atlanta hospital.
Our hearts here at IHH go out to Tiny, TI and their families.
KRS-One, Marley Marl Say 'Hip-Hop Lives' With New Album
One of the most legendary feuds in Hip-Hop history will come to an end with the May 22 release of Hip-Hop Lives, created by two pioneers and former rivals, KRS-One and Marley Marl.
The pair's now legendary beef started in 1985 with MC Shan's classic record "The Bridge," which paid homage to Shan's place of birth, Queensbridge, New York.
The single, which was produced by Marley Marl, helped establish Marley Marl and his group of MC's, The Juice Crew, which featured Big Daddy Kane, Kool G Rap, Master Ace, Biz Markie, Craig G, Roxanne Shante MC Shan and others.
KRS-One and his Boogie Down Productions crew accused Shan of implying Hip-Hop was started in Queensbridge. KRS retaliated with the anthem "South Bronx," which proclaimed the Bronx as Hip-Hop's original birthplace.
Despite their legendary feud, the two have gone on to very successful careers.
KRS-One has released 15 albums and three books over the course of his career, while Marley Marl has produced for platinum rappers and artists like LL Cool J, Eric B. & Rakim, TLC and others.
The pair concocted Hip-Hop Lives long before the recent proclamations that "Hip-Hop Is Dead."
"It all happened with one phone call," Marley Marl told AHH.com during a Mar. 2006 interview. "They called me and he jumped on the phone and told me it would be spectacular for Hip-Hop...My reason for doing this is to show these kids that [Hip-Hop beefs] are not that serious."
The first single from the release is titled "Kill A Rapper," which focuses on the unsolved murders of several of rap's biggest stars and why no one has been brought to justice.
Hip-Hop Lives hits stores on May 22 on Koch Records.
(L note: Im Loving Kris's Shirt.)The Game Relives Rise to Fame With New DVD
Those wondering about how Compton, CA rapper The Game emerged as one of the best-selling rappers on the West Coast will get the story straight from the rapper himself in a forthcoming DVD.
The Black Wall Street produced feature, titled The Game: Life after the Math, chronicles the lyricist's rise from the streets of Compton to the top of the Billboard charts, as told by The Game himself.
The DVD is the result of The Game's new film production deal with Polychrome Pictures, a full service entertainment, production and distribution company that supplies content to Warner Home Entertainment in the US and Canada.
"I am excited about my new relationship with Polychrome Pictures," the Game said. "When this DVD hits the streets, people will finally get to see my reality."
The popularity of reality/documentary-based content falls in line with Polychrome's goal of providing assist artists with "an outlet to tell their stories from their unique point of view," added Dion Fearon, the company's vice president of VP of acquisitions.
The Game debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart in 2005 with is debut album, The Documentary.
His sophomore album, Doctor's Advocate, followed in the steps of its predecessor by charting at number one, with almost 400,000 copies sold in its first week of release.
The Game: Life After the Math DVD is slated to hit stores and Video-on-Demand this summer. Vivica A. Fox Arrested for DUI
Vivica A. Fox has been busted for DUI. It happened Wednesday night on the 101 Freeway in the San Fernando Valley at 10:57 PM. We're told Fox passed a marked black and white while going approximately 80 mph. Sources say the officers went after the 2007 Cadillac Escalade she was driving. The officers administered a field sobriety test -- which Fox was unable to perform. The former "Dancing With the Stars" contestant was then placed under arrest on suspicion of driving under the influence.
Fox was taken to Van Nuys jail where she submitted to two breathalyzer tests. where it was said that "It was definitely over the .08 legal limit." Fox was cited and released on her own recognizance and ordered to appear in court.
Terry McMillan says the now-openly gay man married her to get citizenship
Bay Area author Terry McMillan sued her ex-husband for $40 million Wednesday, saying that the now-openly gay man married her to get his U.S. citizenship and, along with his divorce lawyer, launched a smear campaign against her.
McMillan, author of "How Stella Got Her Groove Back" and other novels, also sued ex-husband Jonathan Plummer's lawyer, Dolores Sargent of San Ramon, saying she was part of a plan by Plummer to secure money to which he was not entitled.
In the suit, filed in Contra Costa County Superior Court, McMillan says that Plummer and Sargent knew the arguments they used to attempt to nullify the couple's prenuptial agreement were false.
McMillan filed for divorce from Plummer, her husband for 6-1/2 years, in 2005 after he disclosed that he was gay and had been cheating on her. The divorce sparked a bitter court fight, including restraining orders filed by both parties. Plummer asked for spousal support as part of the divorce, McMillan told The Chronicle in January, but ended up receiving just $28,000, plus $27,000 for his attorney.
Plummer, originally of Jamaica, is 23 years younger than the 55-year-old McMillan. He now works as a hairdresser in Danville, where McMillan also lives.
In addition to claims that Plummer violated the restraining order she secured against him, McMillan's lawsuit argues that he and his lawyer lied in the divorce proceeding -- knowing that alleged lies would receive media attention -- in an attempt to make McMillan "fear for her life, because of the possibility of AIDS."
The alleged lies also caused permanent damage to McMillan and her son, the suit says.
The suit seeks $10 million for infliction of emotional distress; $10 million for placing McMillan in a "false light"; and $10 million for violation of privacy from both defendants. It also seeks $10 million from Plummer for allegedly violating the restraining order.
McMillan's attorney, Martin Garbus, declined to comment on the suit. Neither Sargent nor Plummer could immediately be reached for comment.
source :SFGATE.com
Young City Receives Community Service, Probation for Robbery
Young City has officially closed the book on a legal case involving a 2001 robbery attempt.
Baltimore County Circuit Court judge Michael Finifter sentenced the rapper to two years of probation and 100 hours of community service last week.
The decision was welcome news to Young City (also known as "Chopper" from MTV's hit show Making the Band ), who considered himself to be "a blessed young man."
"No jail time," Barnes' attorney Paul Gardner told AHH.com. "We arrived at a mutually satisfactory disposition that allows Chopper to immediately continue the execution of a multi-million dollar record deal."
"I had a lot of situations come to me that I defeated that a normal person like me would not have been able to. All publicity is good publicity," stated the rapper, born Kevin Barnes. "I don't want to be looked at as a criminal, I just want to be looked at as a person that made a mistake. The situation in Baltimore, I was a young kid, a product of my environment. Peer pressure is a motherf***er."
Barnes legal troubles stemmed from a Sept. 29,2001 incident, where, according to prosecutors, the former Bad Boy Entertainment artist brandished what was looked like a handgun as he approached a couple walking along Eastern Boulevard in Baltimore.
Barnes, who was 16 at the time, then grabbed $90 from one victim's pocket as the other took off running.
Soon after, detectives found Barnes nearby on his mountain bike with what turned out to be a pellet rifle. Despite pleading guilty to armed robbery and assault charges and being released, Barnes was a now show for his court date, thereby prompting a judge to issue a warrant for his arrest.
The incident didn't catch up to Barnes until July, when he was pulled over and detained in Atlanta on the outstanding warrant.
According to Barnes, who missed a court date in Baltimore County after being jailed in Georgia on domestic violence charges in August, he no knowledge about the warrant.
With the robbery case behind him, the 22-year-old rapper is looking forward to undertaking more positive pursuits.
"I've been working on my album, that's Ca$h M.O.E (Cash Money Over Everything) ," said Barnes, who also revealed that there is a bidding war between Universal Motown and Universal Republic for the completed project.
"It's about giving people the motivation. Not to sell drugs, but to go get jobs, make their lives better," Young City said.
Barnes, who is aware that community service and probation are better alternatives to the 90-year prison sentence the judge could have handed down.
Chris Brown Trying To "Holler" At Beyonce?
Chris Brown has been busy acting. With film roles in a few major motion pictures, the singer hasn't had much time to actually sing. Still, he's managed to find time to record another album, and even found some time to hit the road.
"It's kind of like a back-to-school present for everybody," he told MTV of his new project. "We coming with more videos, more explosive dance moves and more vocal abilities. So we gonna have fun."
Fans will get a chance to see Brown perform in the Australian leg of Beyonce's tour, as he is scheduled to open up for B. How does he go about opening for such a popular act?
"For the most part, I don't try to outdo anyone or try to make my show to the point where I kill myself trying to shine over someone else...She's incredible at what she does and I'm incredible at what I do. I know she's gonna kill it on her side as a female, and as a young male, I'm gonna try to do my thing." When asked if he'd like to work with Beyonce, he was thrilled.
"I hope so!" he said. "I'm trying to holler."
Chris Brown's next album, Exclusive will hit stores in August.
Aside from this, he's also got This Christmas set to hit theaters this year. Recently he also opened up about his newest film, Phenom, in which he will play a young basketball star.
Lil' Jon Included In New Edition Of Guinness Book of World Records
Lil' Jon will be included in the next edition of the Guinness Book of World Records for having the world's "Biggest Bling".The chain and pendant in question, created by Jason of Beverly Hills, is Lil' Jon's infamous "Crunk Ain't Dead" piece. It contains 3,756 round-cut white diamonds (estimated at 73 carats) set into 18-karat yellow and white gold, weighs 5.11 pounds, and is valued at a cool $500,000.The new edition of the Guinness Book of World Records will be released this July. Rappers Saafir, Lady of Rage Star in Kody 'Monster' Scott Movie, Lil Monster On The Way
The life of best-selling author Kody "Monster" Scott is coming to the big screen. Bay area rapper Saafir will portray Scott in the Billy Wright-directed film, titled Can't Stop, Won't Stop. Scott chronicled his life as a child and young adult growing up in Los Angeles as an Eight-Tray Crips gang member in the book Monster: The Autobiography of an L.A. Gang Member from prison.
He will narrate the feature via footage of him shot over the years.
In addition to Saafir, who was in the 1993 Hughes Brothers drama Menace II Society, former Death Row Records rapper the Lady of Rage will appear in Can't Stop, Won't Stop, as Scott's mother Birdie Scott.
The role marks a return to film for the female rapper, who also after appeared in the film Next Friday.
For Wright, Can't Stop, Won't Stop, will serve as a fitting tribute to his friend Scott.
"In the realm of Hip-Hop culture, Kody is an iconic figure," Wright said. "He is the 'American Gangster' of our generation. As a personal friend of Kody's, this is a project we envisioned years ago. I owe it to him to not only complete it, but to continue to give him a voice. With a 6th grade education, Kody taught himself in prison, just like Malcolm X, and then went on to write a best selling novel. He is a role model for how to live and how not to live. His real life encapsulates what Hip-Hop imagery is all about."
Despite the acclaim he received from the book, Scott has encountered legal trouble. The author, also known as Sanyika Shakur, was arrested Mar. 7, after being listed as one of the Los Angeles Police Department's and the FBI's "Top 10 Most Wanted Gang Members."
Still, Wright believes his film will resonate with moviegoers by bringing Scott's novel to life.
"I fee, I will represent the book visually. With Kody as narrator, the story becomes even more compelling."
One person influenced by Scott, who saw his gang experience first hand, is his son Lil Monster (born Sanyika Kashir Shakur Scott).
"Seeing my father once portrayed a negative life, I vowed that I would always bring a positive light to the entertainment business and my family name," said Lil Monster, who is working with rapper Lil Sneak on an album to be released this year.
"Living in the new millennium and being surrounded by gang activity, I feel that I can bring unity between all my peers," Lil Monster said.
Lil Monster's first album with Lil Sneak is titled The Come Up.
"This album is based on our dad's lifestyles and what we want to tell others about those experiences. The second movement is a film also called, The Come Up. We believe that because both of us were raised by fathers who were gang members and how we learned to survive in a negative atmosphere, that we have a message as young adults that is positive and constructive. We will send that positive message in our lifestyle and careers."
DJ Khaled Brings Star Studded Line Up For New LP
Miami's own DJ Khaled is back this summer with his sophomore set on Terror Squad/Koch on June 12th. To no surprise he is bringing a star studded line up of guests along for the ride. Among those appearing on the album are T.I., Game, Jadakiss, Paul Wall, Trick Daddy, Ja Rule, Ludacris, Rick Ross, Jeezy, Lil’ Wayne, Akon, Baby, Styles P, Cassidy, Juelz Santana, Young Dro, Fat Joe, and more to be announced.
The new album, called We The Best, is being fueled by 1st single, We Takin’ Over, which features T.I., Akon, Fat Joe, Rick Ross, Lil’ Wayne and Baby. It was was the most added song at hip-hop radio last week with 52 adds. The single is already over 1,400 spins and growing by-the-minute. The track will be available for download on iTunes on March 27th.
Khaled released his debut Listennn...The Album on Koch last year and moved over 200,000 copies on the strength of singles like Holla At Me, Grammy Family and Born N' Raised. A video for We Takin’ Over was recently shot in Miami and directed by Miami native/award-winning Director Gil Green, whose credits include Three 6 Mafia, Akon, Rick Ross, Lil’ Scrappy and many more.Sunshine Anderson Joins Brian McKnight On Tour
Music World Music R&B superstar Sunshine Anderson has landed the opening slot on the upcoming Brian McKnight tour. Anderson joins McKnight and R&B crooner Joe on 10 dates beginning April 27 in Oakland, CA at the Paramount Theatre.
"We're very excited about the success of Sunshine's project," said Max Gousse, EVP Music World Music. "We've had great support at radio, retail and video and the addition of the Brian McKnight tour is another key element of our comprehensive marketing plan. For Sunshine, being in front of the fans is what it's all about."
Anderson's Music World Music debut, Sunshine At Midnight, was released on 1/23/07, nabbing the #4 position on the Indie Albums Chart its first week out. Sales have remained consistently strong since and the album saw a 106% increase at indie retail in recent weeks.
Lead track "Something I Wanna Give You" claimed the #1 spot on Billboard's "Bubbling Under R&B/Hip-Hop Singles" chart and spent over 3 months in the Top 15 at Urban AC. Second single "Force of Nature" is off to an impressive start: #2 most added its first week out and earning "Greatest Gainer" honors on the BDS/R&R and Urban AC Mediabase charts for the past 3 weeks.
Anderson has been welcomed back from her 5 year hiatus with open arms by both the industry and the fans, and has enjoyed a flurry of promotional activities in recent weeks including stellar performances at the CIAA Tournament Finals in Charlotte, NC and KISS-FM's Kissing After Dark with Lenny Green live broadcast from SOB's in New York City. Sunshine also met with teens in Atlanta last month to talk about the importance of education at "It's Cool To Be Smart."
Up next for Sunshine Anderson: a live 4-song in-store performance in NYC in early April before hitting the road with Brian McKnight. Also, be on the lookout for a warm and witty "day in the life" piece on AT&T's Blueroom.
Catch Sunshine live:
April 27 Oakland, CA Paramount Theatre (with McKnight & Joe)
April 29 Los Angeles, CA Gibson Theater (with McKnight & Joe)
May 4 Detroit, MI Fox Theater (with McKnight & Joe)
May 5 Chicago, IL Star Plaza (with McKnight & Joe)
May 11 Westbury, NY Westbury Music Fair (with McKnight & Joe)
May 12 Washington, DC Constitution Hall (with McKnight & Joe)
May 13 New York, NY Beacon Theater (with McKnight & Joe)
May 18 Miami, FL Knights Center (with McKnight & Joe)May 19 Atlanta, GA Chastain Park (with McKnight & Joe)May 20 Philadelphia, PA Tower Theater (with McKnight & Joe) Musiq Soulchild Steals The Throne, Lloyd Is Second In Command, Rich Boy "Throws Some 3's"
In this week's Hip-Hop Charts, Musiq Soulchild scores another No. 1 album, Lloyd comes in right behind him at No 2 and Rich Boy rounds out the top 3.
Debuting at No. 1 on the charts this week is Philly bred crooner Musiq Soulchild with his fourth solo album Luvanmusiq. According to Nielsen SoundScan, the album scanned 148,000 discs in its first go-around.
Debuting at No. 2 is Murder Inc vocalist Lloyd. The success of his singles, "You" and "Shawty," helped the singer 's sophomore project, Street Love, shift 140,000 units in its first week out.
Right behind him is Rich Boy who enters the charts at No. 3 with his self titled debut album. The disc , which features appearances from David Banner, John Legend, Pastor Troy and Big Boi of OutKast, reels in 111,000 units this week.
Posted at No. 5 is Senegalese born crooner Akon. Konvicted continues to devour the competition shelving off 70 ,000 discs in its 18th week on the charts. To date, the album has sold 1,860,000 copies. Entering the charts at No. 7 is UK based singer Amy Winehouse. Her sophomore album, Back To Black, bags up 50,000 units in its first week spin. The album features production from Salaam Remi and Mark Ronson. Also making a debut on the charts this week is Memphis rap duo 8Ball & MJG at No. 8. Their ninth album, Riding High, shells out 49,000 CDs in its opening week. .The set features appearances from Young Joc, Project Pat, Killer Mike, Pimp C, The Notorious B.I.G., Juvenile and Diddy.
Justin Timberlake refuses to give up his No. 11 spot as FutureSex/LoveSounds ropes in 42,000 units this week. The album, which is a foot away from triple platinum , has sold 2,959,600 copies after twenty seven weeks on the charts.
Slipping two spots to No. 12 is Robin Thicke . The Evolution of Robin Thicke is still a force to be reckoned with, hustling 40,000 CDs this week. The album's tally stands at 812,000.
Standing glamorously at No. 13 is Black Eyed Peas first lady , Fergie. Her debut album Dutchess has moved 1,600,000 discs thus far, with 40,000 representing the week-in total.
Notorious B.I.G.'s Greatest Hits compilation, which debuted at No. 1 last week, slides fourteen spots to No. 15. The set, which celebrates Biggie's most renown club hits and street bangers, moves 38,000 units this week. After two weeks, the disc's tally stands at 221, 100.
Despite falling five seats to No. 20, Corinne Bailey Rae continues to keep cash registers ringing. Her self titled album sells 34,000 discs this week , bringing the album's total sales to 1,297,000.
Gerald Levert's In My Songs falls ten slots to No. 35 this week. The late singer's final album lugs in 18,000 units week. So far, In My Songs has sold a total of 290,000 copies.
Trapping at No. 36 is Young Jeezy. "Mr. Go Getta" still has fiends copping The Inspiration which pushed 18,300 units this week. After 14 weeks, the album's total reads off at 949,5000.
A sharp decrease in sales pushes the Dreamgirls soundtrack thirteen spots to No. 37. The CD ringed in 17,000 copies this week, bringing the soundtrack's total sales to 904,800.
Beyonce's latest single, "Upgrade You," doesn't seem to be boosting her album's sales. Tripping seven spots to No. 40, B'Day only moves 16,000 copies this week. After 28 weeks , the singer's sophomore set has sold a total of 2,346,700 copies.
Taking ten steps down the ladder to No. 42 this week is Pretty Ricky. The group's sophomore album, Late Night Special, dials in 15,700 units this week, bringing the album's tally to 371,500.
Ciara moves one step up No. 46 this week. Her sophomore album, Evolution, has sold 1,057,300 discs thus far, with 15,200 representing the week-in total.
Further down the totem pole, Birdman and Lil' Wayne fall five spots to No. 71. Like Father, Like Son hauls in 10,400 units this week. The album has brought in a total of 668, 860 after twenty weeks on the charts.
Not far behind is Eminem and his Shady crew at No. 75. The Re-Up shelved off 10,000 discs this week. To date, the compilation has sold 925,200 copies.
Five slots below at No. 80 is Diddy, Press Play sold 9,500 copies this week , bringing the albums totally sales to 574,300.
Things turn from bad to worse for Nas this week as he plummets twenty six spots to No. 97. Hip Hop Is Dead only shifts 8,600 discs this week. So far , the album has sold 681,500 copies. Creeping two spots to No. 99 is The Game. The Doctors Advocate stirs in 7,800 copies this week. After 17 weeks, the album's total reads off at 886,100. Jay-Z, who has been struggling in the past weeks, slides thirteen spots to No. 105 this week. Kingdom Come only moves 7,500 copies. The album has sold a total of 1,395,900. Also hurting in the sales department is Snoop Dogg at No. 116. Tha Blue Carpet Treatment only shifts 7,100 discs this week, bringing the albums totally sales to 823,100. B.G. & The Chopper City Boyz wrap things up at No. 143. We Got This drags in 5,400 units n its third week, pushing its total to 43,300.
Next week look for Baby Boy Da Prince, Marques Houston, Devin The Dude, and Crime Mob to make an appearance on the charts. 
