Profile
Famous as :
Hip hop musicianBirth Name :
Marshall Bruce Mathers IIIBirth Date :
October 17, 1972Birth Place :
Kansas City, Missouri, USASpouse :
Kimberley Anne Scott (14-Jun-99 - 19-Dec-06)Claim to fame :
Album "The Slim Shady LP" (1999)
Obie Trice Ends Courtship With Eminem's Label
July 01, 2008 12:07:56Obie Trice has just made an important decision regarding his music career as he has decided to end his contract with Eminem's label Shady Records. The news has been confirmed by Obie's manager Terry Wilson and also by the label's spokesperson Paul Rosenberg.
Terry on behalf of Obie stated the news earlier about the rapper's departure from his label, stating that he will be launching his new music through his new label World Wide Hustle. "Obie and Shady were moving in different directions. But he still has a great relationship with Shady Records. He has some big plans for his World Wide Hustle label," Terry said.
Eminem Indeed Working on a New LP
June 14, 2008 01:06:58Recent rumors about Eminem's plan to release a new LP, turns out to be true as now the rapper himself has confirmed it. Slim Shady revealed the news on his own radio Shade 45 on June 10 when he was doing a prank to fellow rapper LL Cool J, who was being interviewed there.
After finished pranking LL, Eminem spoke about his condition and stating that he is currently finishing the work for his first set in four years. "Everything is good. I'm just in the studio right now working on songs and stuff like that," he said.
Eminem, U2 and No Doubt's New Records Set For Pre-Holiday Release
May 24, 2008 01:05:51Music fans are being set to have a big feast at the end of the year with some new albums from the top seeded musicians of Universal Record Company and its labels Interscope-Geffen-A&M Records. Report from Entertainment Weekly.com said that this fourth-quarter of the year fans could purchase new sets from Eminem, Dr. Dre, Black Eyed Peas, U2, No Doubt, Keane and The Pussycat Dolls.
The news comes from a source that claims that the company's market-share leader has set to release those artists' new LPs this fall. Moreover, although no exact dates are being set yet, a representative from the label stated that most of the albums will be dropped just before the holiday season starts.
Eminem Still Considering to Appear in Mandela's Concert
April 12, 2008 10:04:50A big bash for African leader, Nelson Mandela is on the way as it has been reported that Eminem who has been 'behind the curtain' for several years now will appear on his 90th birthday. A celebration for Mandela is prepared to take place on June 27 in London's Hyde Park, in alignment with his AIDS charity campaign, 46664.
The Sun.co.uk reported that a publicist of the event has approached Eminem to appear on the D-Day which is expected to draw a crowd of more than 45,000 people. The rapper is hoped to help the music event raising the money for the charity. "We wanted some of the greatest artists from recent times and Eminem was on the list," the publicist said. "I contacted Eminem's management on the off-chance and never expected him to go for it."
Lil Wayne Pulled in Kanye West, Snubbed by Eminem
March 22, 2008 09:03:40Two major Hip-Hop icons have teamed up to collaborate in 'Tha Carter III', the last of Lil Wayne's trilogy album. After citing those like Jay-Z, Busta Rhymes, Lil Mama and Ludacris to be among others who are in his album, Wayne also announced that Kanye West is also inclusive.
West has been reported to be contributing in the production panel, but Wayne added recently that he is also featured in some tracks. In an interview with DJ Semtex, Wayne revealed that West will appear on three tracks that will also feature Jim Jonson, Swizz Beatz and Deezle. "The first time, Kanye came and brought me 5 joints. The next time he came and gave me a CD with 15 joints on it. I had to tell him, hold on, please stop," Wayne said jokingly. "On the album Kanye has a good three (songs) but in the files he has about twenty."
Eminem and Dr. Dre's New Albums 'Coming Out Soon'
March 01, 2008 10:03:22Anticipation for Eminem's new album may have run dry but an information regarding the album that will be the follow up to his 2004 "Encore" has been refreshed. The new effort from the rapper who sparked retirement rumor out of his latest album's title, will be "coming out soon" according to producer Focus.
"Marshall's album is coming out soon, and we just did a couple tracks together, and we've done a lot of writing together," said Focus in an interview with MTV. "I make my beats and send them out to him." The producer whose real name is Bernard Edwards Jr. refused to reveal further dtails like release date and its sound though.
Eminem to Publish First Set of Exclusive Memoirs on October 16, 2008
February 20, 2008 03:02:51Has been keeping himself low profile these days, Eminem is back on the spotlight with a plan to publish exclusive memoirs. The rap icon has started working on his memoirs and will have the first set published later this year.
Is still prepping his fifth studio album tentatively titled "King Mathers," Em is having his highly anticipated memoirs, to be titled "The Way I Am", published by British publishing distributor Orion Publishing Group on October 16 later this year. In it the rap star will share his journal notes, drawings, hand-drawn art and lyric sketches and other unseen photos as well as a narrative and introduction he himself has written.
Rap Star Eminem Offered a Deal to Become Slim-Fast Spokesman
January 19, 2008 10:01:22Has recently been rushed to the hospital due to complications from pneumonia, Eminem reportedly has a very serious heart condition and is said to be weighing in at 200 pounds. In an attempt to provide a solution for the rap icon to lose his weight, weight-loss product company Slim-Fast has offered him a deal to become their spokesman.
"Slim-Fast is a program that can really work for someone like Eminem; it's a do-able and flexible approach," a Slim Fast representative said in a statement. "Slim-Fast would love to offer Eminem product and assistance to help him become a potential Slim Fast success story."
Rap Icon Eminem Rushed to Hospital During Holidays Due to Complications from Pneumonia
January 09, 2008 09:01:48A publicist for rap icon Eminem has confirmed that the star was rushed to the hospital over the holidays due to complications from pneumonia.
In a statement released Tuesday, January 8 Em's publicist, Dennis Dennehy revealed "Over the holidays, Marshall Mathers, a.k.a. Eminem, was under doctors' care at Detroit-area hospitals for complications due to pneumonia. He has since been released and is doing well recovering at home."
Mother Said Eminem Made Up Difficult Childhood Story to Gain Success in Rap
December 19, 2007 03:12:09Going against Eminem's claim on his whole difficult childhood, his mother Debbie Nelson is set to release a tell-all book in which she allegedly revealed that the rapper made up his whole story in order to be successful in the rap music business.
In the book, titled "My Son Marshall, My Son Eminem," Debbie allegedly reveals that the rapper is a manic depressive and his condition got worse after his ex-wife Kimberley Anne Scott gave birth to their daughter Hailie Jade.
50 Cent Doubts Future Eminem Tours
November 17, 2007 10:11:31In an interview with MTV Base News, 50 Cent discussed his tour experience while revealing on the possible reason why his mentor, Eminem, has not come down to the road as often as him.
"I've toured more than him because he has Hailie, and he likes to physically be at the house," 50 said. "A lot of people don't know the reason behind him touring less - but Hailie would put boxes in front of the door thinking this would stop him going."
Rapper Eminem Dating Ex-Wife Lookalike
November 03, 2007 01:11:23Two times divorce from the same person, Eminem, is off the market. The rap star who twice divorced from former wife Kimberly Anne Scott is back on the dating saddle again, reportedly romancing a hot blond Detroit hairdresser turned music studio manager Marni Bright.
Bright is said to bear a striking resemblance to Kim. "Marni works at FBT Studios in Michigan where Eminem records. She is the spitting image of Kim and he is smitten with her," so a source told the New York Post newspaper. "She has dumped her boyfriend, who she has been with for four years to be with him."
Eminem Working in Studio for New Album
September 14, 2007 02:09:24
Apparently Eminem didn't prepare 'Encore' as literally the last album in his music career. The rapper has spoken in his own words that he is "always in the studio".
Eminem called in during the 50 Cent interview with Hot 97 on September 13. Talking about his project he said, "I'm always working - I'm always in the studio. It feels good right now, the energy of the label. For a while, I didn't want to go back to the studio ... I went through some personal things. I'm coming out of those personal things (and) it feels good."
Jay-Z, 50 Cent, and Snoop Dogg Among Hip-Hop Cash Kings
August 18, 2007 10:08:47
Rap is not the only field Jay-Z good at. He, instead, is proven good in cashing in his popularity by venturing into various businesses, from executive worlds of music, fashion, sport, to club. Recognized as one of the most financially successful American hip-hop artists, it is not surprising then to see his name written on the No. 1 spot of Forbes magazine's "Hip-Hop Cash Kings" list.
Earned an estimated $34 million by last year, Jay-Z besting fellow music mogul 50 Cent who comes at 2nd spot with a reported income of $32 million from his music and businesses, such as a record label, video games and a line of books. Rapper, record producer, and clothing designer P. Diddy is ranked 3rd on the list, just one place ahead of Timbaland who is at No. 4, taking in $21 million by 2006.
Eminem NOT Releasing New Album
August 02, 2007 10:08:41
Billboard.com has gained confirmation that Eminem will not release a new studio album called "King Mathers". The rapper's label Interscope said "there is no new Eminem record on the schedule right now."
With his latest effort being 2004's "Encore", Eminem had sparked questions on the long break that he took from releasing a new album. Just few months ago a website named kingmathers.com suddenly surfaced and promoted an Eminem album of the same name. The site that has been shut down, read; "Guess who's coming back? The first new studio album (from Eminem) in more than 2 years. Coming soon."
50 Cent to Present "Curtis" in September
May 26, 2007 01:05:27
Two altered names after, 50 Cent's "Curtis" also goes through a change in the release date. From the initial June 26, the date has been pushed back to September 4 in U.S. and a day earlier in U.K.
The delay has been reasoned as giving a chance for guest artists to complete their track. As previously reported, 50 Cents ropes in a number of renowned musicians such as Mary J. Blige, Akon and Justin Timberlake to work on this album. For the production itself, there has been report on Dr. Dre, Eminem and Timbaland.
50 Cent Spilled Eminem's Secret Album
May 25, 2007 06:05:05
Eminem is ready to make some controversy going around. Buddy 50 Cent confirms for him that fifth album is coming on the way.
It was intended for a secret, but 50 Cent revealed it during an interview with Blender magazine. "He's got a new album coming. He's not gonna tell people that, but he's making new music." He also admitted to hearing the new material and thought that it's "hot".
Eminem Made Undisclosed Donation to Hip Hop 4 Habitat
May 11, 2007 09:05:40
When it comes to making donation, Eminem will always do the biggest way possible. The hip-hop superstar, who is also well known for being a producer and actor, contributed an undisclosed amount of donation Thursday May 10th to Hip Hop 4 Habitat, a project where members of the hip hop community will build a home for a needy family.
The Detroit native contributed his donation via his Marshall Mathers Foundation to the project, which is looking to raise $75,000 in order to build a 1,100 square-foot home near Mack Avenue and Lakepointe Street on Detroit's east side. It's tentatively set to be built over one week in October later this year.
Eminem in Negotiations to Buy a Detroit Club Immortalized in the Movie "8 Mile"
April 25, 2007 10:04:32
Making music isn't the only thing Eminem does. The rapper does have some films as well. By now on it has been reported that he is in negotiation to buy a music venue in Detroit, Michigan which was featured in his film "8 Mile."
Negotiations are allegedly under way for Eminem to purchase the St Andrew's Hall venue, owned by Live Nation, for an undisclosed amount. If the deal later on goes through, Em and his manager Paul Rosenberg will manage the operation while the venue's current management will run the day-to-day operations of the club.
50 Cent Ropes in Renowned Names in "Curtis S.S.K."
April 24, 2007 09:04:47
Successfully achieving platinum for previous two albums, 50 Cent is in the weight to show the same quality in "Curtis S.S.K.". However, backed up by not only lots but numerous renowned musicians, this third album surely will say something. The album will show its value when it hits the stores on June 26 via Interscope.
As the mastermind of the record, the rapper got the helping hands of Dr. Dre, Eminem, Kanye West and of course, Timbaland. In the guests corner, he had tied a deal with Robin Thicke, Justin Timberlake, Nicole Scherzinger, Akon, Eminem and of course, Mary J. Blige.
T.I.'s New and Star Studded LP
March 20, 2007 09:03:31
For what is considered the most conceptual album of rapper T.I., it really does receive a lot of back ups from reputable artists. The fifth studio album which is dubbed "T.I. vs. T.I.P." will be released in July and feature two of the Grammy award winning singer's musical personas.
Via phone from Atlanta, T.I. spilled out some hints on the new album. As the backbone for this album, he has invited the controversial rapper, Eminem to jot in, "We got a real hot concept that we spoke about over the phone. It's gonna be on some real creative sh**." He has also slated Justin Timberlake to contribute a song in the LP. He said, "We're just waiting on the proper song to get him on my album as well."
Young Buck's New Album Gets Real
March 13, 2007 10:03:10
Setting a more real theme in new album "Buck The World", Young Buck employs some of his life experience to be slipped in his lyrics. The rapper's ultimate goal in making this record are to keep it real and to re-ignite the dying flame of hip-hop sales.
Working under the label run by 50 Cents, G-Unit Records, Young Buck expressed his concern over the declining sales of hip-hop records yet he refused to be let down by this. He said that it just 'fuels his fire'. As a start, his new album which is due March 27 has released its first single "Get Buck" and it immediately entered #55 on Billboard's Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart.
Eminem to Testify in High Court
March 09, 2007 10:03:53
Canceling a gig at Slane Castle last September 17, 2005 has brought a prolonged effect for Eminem. Ireland's High Court has called him to testify on the reasons that affect him calling off the show.
Conducted as part of "Anger Management Tour" the Slim Shady was supposed to perform in place for the 80,000 tickets sold. Instead of making a show, Eminem gave a last minute cancellation and made "exhaustion" as the subject.
Eminem Signs A New Business Deal
March 07, 2007 12:03:49
A business deal has been signed between Eminem and Universal Music Publishing Group (UMPG). The label under the Universal Music has announced that Eminem's international administration will be taken care of under the new company.
Among the deals discussed in the contract is the right to the Grammy Award winning rapper's greatest hits compilation album "Curtain Call: The Hits" (2005). Also, some songs that he had co-written in 50 Cent's "The Massacre" (2005) and Akon's single "Smack That" that features him.
More on the 33rd Annual People's Choice Awards Winners
January 10, 2007 12:01:26
Johnny Depp is People's favorite when it comes to movie, and as of music there we have Carrie Underwood. The former American Idol champ won double at the 33rd annual People's Choice Awards, held Tuesday night January 9th, mainly for the categories of Favorite Female Singer and Country Song for her hit "Before He Cheats".
Also won double was Rascal Flatts who took home the Remake and Song From A Movie awards both for "Life is a Highway" from "Cars". In companion with them, Kenny Chesney was chosen as the Favorite Male Singer, and as the Favorite Music Group was Nickelback. Pop singer Justin Timberlake's "SexyBack" won the R&B Song, whereas "Shake That" by Eminem was crowned the Hip-Hop Song.
Weekend US Album Charts of December 31st, 2006
January 04, 2007 11:01:08
R&B singer Omarion leads the last pop album chart for 2006, having his latest LP "21" sold 119,000 copies across the United States in the week ended Dec. 31, such amount that immediately brings the Epic release to the top spot of US pop album charts. This isn't the first time that Omarion leads the Billboard 200 as he previously scored No. 1 album with his 2005 solo debut "O" with 182,000 copies in its first week.
Following him on the 2nd spot is Akon's "Konvicted" which bounces eight places from last week position, taking in another 112,000. The soundtrack for "Dreamgirls" amazingly soars 28 places to No. 3, sold another 104,000 units. Nas' "Hip Hop Is Dead" falls to No. 4 on 101,000. Rounding out the Top 5 on the charts is Young Jeezy's "The Inspiration: Thug Motivation 102" with 92,000 copies.
Eminem and Wife Divorce for Second Time
December 20, 2006 09:12:45
It's over between Eminem and wife Kimberley Mathers. The couple has their divorce finalized Tuesday Dec 19th, less than a year after they remarried.
Em and Kim reportedly agreed to divide property under terms of a private settlement and to share custody of their 10-year-old daughter, Hailie Jade Scott.
The Billboard 200 Leading Debuts in the Week Ended Dec 10th
December 14, 2006 01:12:51
Debuting at No. 1 on the US album chart this week is Ciara. The pop sensation leads the pack in the busy album release week with "Ciara: The Evolution" sold 338,447 copies in the United States. The success of the album sales is jacked up by the success of its lead single, the ballad "Promise", which is currently at No. 15 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Following in on the 2nd spot of the Billboard 200 is the Eminem-branded multi-artist compilation "Eminem Presents: The Re-Up" which has been sold 309,000 copies in the week ended Sunday Dec 10th. Gwen Stefani's "The Sweet Escape" lands at No. 3 with 243,000 units. The chart's next best bows are the soundtrack to Disney's former chart-topper "Hannah Montana" at No. 4 with 243,000 units, ahead of the multi-label hits compilation "NOW 23" which slips one to No. 5 with 185,000.
The Top 10 Most Searched for Celebs on the Internet
November 25, 2006 01:11:02
Being the new James Bond star never comes easy for Daniel Craig. Thanks God that the role is worth played. Presumably due to the controversy of his becoming the first "blonde Bond", the actor has been chosen the second Most Searched for Celebrity among UK web users.
Web analysis firm Hitwise has proven the fact that web users have shown strong demand for information on Craig and his new film "Casino Royale." Surpassing the action hero is Faith Brown who currently appearing as a contestant on the 6th series of "I'm a Celebrity, Get Me Out of Here!" who is on the No. 1 spot.
The 34th American Music Awards Winners
November 22, 2006 01:11:48
Musicians from all genres celebrated the 34th annual American Music Awards on Tuesday Nov 21st. Hosted by Jimmy Kimmel, the awards show saw the winning of the Black Eyed Peas, who earned triple, mainly for the categories of Favorite Soul/R&B Band/Duo/Group, Favorite Rap/Hip-Hop Band/Duo/Group, and Favorite Rap/Hip-Hop Album thanks to their LP "Monkey Business".
Awards came in pairs for Red Hot Chili Peppers, Kelly Clarkson, Mary J. Blige and Rascal Flatts. The Red Hot Chili Peppers won the awards for Favorite Pop/Rock Band/Duo/Group and Favorite Alternative Artist. Clarkson nabbed trophies for Favorite Pop/Rock Female Artist and Favorite Adult Contemporary Artist. Blige captured the awards for Favorite Soul/R&B Female Artist and Favorite Soul/R&B Album for "The Breakthrough".
Eminem Back Onscreen in "Have Gun - Will Travel"
November 11, 2006 01:11:25
Despite his earlier claim stating that his acting career was over, it turns out that Eminem is in fact unable to stay away from the business, really. Yes, the rapper has been reported to sign on to star as a professional gunslinger named Paladin in western flick "Have Gun - Will Travel."
A Paramount Pictures production, the project will be a film remake of the 1950s TV show of the same title aired by CBS and centers on a bounty hunter who seeks out work with the help of a cryptic business card. No writer and director attached yet, but it is revealed that Jimmy Iovine and Paul Rosenberg will both serve as producers.
Eminem Presents "The Re-Up"
September 20, 2006 12:09:55
While his divorce is going to mediator, Eminem rocks the music industry with his new LP. The Grammy-winning rapper is about to make a comeback to the scene with an upcoming LP, titled "Eminem Presents: The Re-Up".
It is a mixtape disc that will serve as an introduction to new artists from his Shady Records camp, naming that of Stat Quo, Cashis and Bobby Creekwater. Besides them all, there's also D12 crew, as well as 50 Cent, Lloyd Banks, Obie Trice and Akon.
The 2nd Divorce of Eminem Is Going to Mediator
September 20, 2006 11:09:07
There they were in Michigan on Tuesday September 19th, in a private meeting with Macomb County Circuit Judge Antonio Viviano. Unfortunately, the meeting resulted in nothing for Eminem, his estranged wife Kimberly Mathers, and their lawyers failed to agree to terms for the couple's second divorce.
"We didn't settle it", Viviano told reporters after the conference. "So all we did was set it for mediation". On the decision, lawyers for both parties say a start date for the mediation has yet to be set.
The 2006 American Music Awards Nominees
September 20, 2006 10:09:42
This year American Music Awards has been over-flown with many famous music figures. For more than a dozen artists vie for two and even three nominations. Among those lucky nominees, there is Red Hot Chili Peppers who leads the nominees with three, which are for Favorite Artist in the Alternative Music category, and Favorite Band, Duo or Group and Favorite Album for their chart-topping "Stadium Arcadium" in the Pop/Rock field.
Alongside the band, there's also Mariah Carey who is up for Favorite Female Artist in both the Pop/Rock and Soul/Rhythm & Blues categories, as well as Favorite Album in the latter category for "The Emancipation of Mimi". Additionally, Black Eyed Peas and Nickelback also get three nominations each, whereas the likes of Mary J. Blige, Eminem, Kanye West, Jamie Foxx, T.I., Rascal Flatts, The Pussycat Dolls, Kelly Clarkson and Carrie Underwood, earn two nominations each.
Jennifer Aniston to Rap with Eminem?
September 05, 2006 03:09:11
She's going to rap. That's the reason why Jennifer Aniston was spotted on August 29th leaving the Village, a recording studio in West Los Angeles.
Rumor has it that Jenn has been signed by sportswear giant Nike to become the face of their female line, whereas rapper Eminem has been booked to represent the men's side of the product.
Eminem to Design A Limited Edition Air Max Sneaker Series
August 28, 2006 11:08:55
Eminem turns his attention from music to designing sneaker. The hip-hop star has teamed up with shoe giant Nike to create a limited edition run of the company's Air Max series shoe.
It is reported that Em will design limited-edition uppers of eight different shoes in the series, from the Air Max '87 to Air Max 360. Sixty-four pairs of shoes will be produced before being numbered and autographed by the rapper and auctioned off over a four-week period at Nike stores and on eBay, beginning Aug. 31.
Rapper Eminem Raises Money for Proof's Kids
July 06, 2006 04:07:19
Rap superstar Eminem and his label Shady records have set up a website, BigProof4Ever.com, as a way to pay tribute to his friend, late D12 member and Detroit rap ambassador Proof.
The site is selling T Shirts and a special Proof poster designed by Shepard Fairy who started his anti-authority Obey Giant campaign in the 1980s. All proceeds from the Web site go to the Big Proof Forever Foundation, an organization that will benefit Proof's five children.
Missy "Misdemeanor" Elliott Is Ready for Another Movie Smash
June 16, 2006 10:06:34
After two big male rappers, 50 Cent and Eminem, gave a shot on the big screen, it is now the time for female rappers to join the club. Missy Elliott is ready to broaden her enormous talents, in the music business and on the silver screen, after her previous in "Shark Tale" and one in "Honey" with the "Good Luck Chuck"'s star, Jessica Alba.
Following 50 Cent's debut in "Get Rich or Die Tryin'" and Eminem's in "8 Mile", Miss Misdemeanor is setting up for another biopic, Missy as herself in her own life-story-based movie.
Rapper Eminem Will Return to the Big Screen
June 14, 2006 11:06:24
Rapper Eminem is eyeing a comeback to movie industry. After a long break following his treatment for addiction to sleeping medication and the death of his best friend Proof, Eminem has at least one big screen project to finish.
In somewhat a follow-up to his movie debut in 2002's semi-autobiographical "8 Mile", Em is attached to star in a movie remake of the 1950s TV drama "Have Gun - Will Travel." Variety reports that the show's concept will be updated to contemporary times and feature Eminem playing a bounty hunter, possibly based out of the rapper's hometown of Detroit. The movie is being produced by Interscope/ Shady/ Aftermath Films, with producer credits going to Interscope boss Jimmy Iovine and Eminem's manager, Paul Rosenberg.
Rapper Eminem Settled Ringtone Lawsuit
June 07, 2006 12:06:56
The legal suit Eminem brought to stop several companies from selling ringtones of his songs via the Internet has yet over. Though so, the rapper's publishing companies, Eight Mile Style and Martin Affiliated, have settled a lawsuit that had been filed back in October with one of the ringtone firms.
As for you to know, Em's companies had filed a lawsuit in U.S. District Court in Detroit against Cellus USA, FanMobile, Nextones.com, myPhonefiles and MatrixM, seeking court orders prohibiting these companies from illegally selling the ringtones. In February, Eminem's attorneys sued a sixth company, Florida-based Phattones Media Productions, making the same claims.
Jodie Received An Honorary Doctor of Arts Degree
May 16, 2006 02:05:37
She's been a star in Hollywood and has become an idol to many people around the world. Though so, still actress Jodie Foster considers education as a significant part of her life. And she proves it when on Monday May 15th, 2006 she received an honorary doctor of arts degree.
What is far more interesting is when the Oscar-winning actress ending her address with the chorus of Eminem's "Lose Yourself" from "8 Mile," the semi-autobiographical 2002 film in which he starred.
Rap Group D12 Reveals Plan to Record A New Album
May 15, 2006 11:05:20
Rap group D12 does left devastated with the shot of bandmate Proof. Though so, the music act will keep going on, working on their music career.
The group, which includes Eminem, plans to continue recording a new album maybe in June once another member, Swift, is released from jail, where he's serving time for violating his probation for drunken driving.
Grandmother Sold Eminem's Stereo on eBay
May 05, 2006 10:05:11
Wanna get your idol's stuff? Go and get it. Betty Kresin, the grandmother of famous rapper Eminem, sold the star's stereo on eBay.
Betty said, "Ronnie had this stereo in his bedroom and him and Marshall would go up there and crank this thing up. They would play records and start rapping over the music and tape it."
Em Says "Wedding Doesn't Fix Underlying Problems"
April 07, 2006 04:04:21
In response to his estranged wife Kim Mathers' side story to a Detroit-area morning show, Eminem has on Thursday April 6th, 2006 offered only a few. Kim, who claims "not really necessarily want to get divorced", referred Em's dependency to the sleep-medication as the main problem.
Furthermore, Kim revealed that she actually is hoping to work the things out with the help of a counselor. Unfortunately, the rapper surprised her with divorce papers. On the other way around, Eminem has his own story, which as you know, obviously different to that of Kim's version.
Guess Who's Back in Divorce Court? It's Eminem
April 06, 2006 11:04:08
Eminem and Kim Mathers to divorce. Again. Less than three months after remarrying his ex-wife Kim, the rapper has on Wednesday April 5th, 2006 filed divorce.
The divorce petition, filed on behalf of Marshall Bruce Mathers III, was the second after Eminem first filed for divorce in August 2000 after two years marriage. In the meantime there was no reason given for the breakup.
Global Top 10 Albums of 2005
April 03, 2006 09:04:40
British band Coldplay has topped the 2005's global charts with their album "X&Y" sold 8.3 million copies around the world, the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI) reports. Such attainment leads the music act to top some other famous musicians, like Mariah Carey whose album "The Emancipation of Mimi" sold 7.7 million to be at 2nd position.
Top the 2005's global charts at No. 3 is 50 Cent's "The Massacre" which has been sold 7.5 million worldwide. The Black Eyed Peas' "Monkey Business" (6.8m) is 4th, followed by "American Idiot" by Green Day which sold 6.4 million copies. Madonna's "Confessions on a Dance Floor" is next, just one place ahead of Kelly Clarkson's "Breakaway" at No. 7.
Top 10 Albums on the U.S. Albums Chart
March 02, 2006 10:03:22
There's a drastic change on the US album chart. Last week's frontrunner Jaheim's "Ghetto Classics" tumbles to No. 10 with 59,000 copies in its second round. Meanwhile, the No. 1 position is secured by "High School Musical" by various artists, which jumps five places from previous week position selling 101,000 copies.
Debut at No. 2 is another kid-friendly title, "Kidz Bop 9," with 98,000 copies. To bow at No. 3 is Jack Johnson's "Sing-A-Longs and Lullabies for the Film Curious George" which is sold for another 89,000 copies. Another former chart-topper, Mary J. Blige's "The Breakthrough" holds firm at No. 4 with 76,000 units, followed behind by James Blunt's "Back to Bedlam" which climbs three places to No. 5 with 72,000 copies.
The Billboard Hot 100 Shift
February 24, 2006 02:02:31
The shift in Billboard Hot 100 doesn't shake Beyonce Knowles from her throne. The pop star holds tight her crown, maintaining her position on top of the chart with her single "Check On It". This is the fifth straight week that she's the single chart winner.
Following her at the 2nd position is James Blunt's "You're Beautiful", and remain at No. 3 is Nelly's "Grillz". Sean Paul's "Temperature", in the meantime, climbs four places from No. 8 to No. 4. Following close behind at No. 5 is Mary J. Blige's "Be Without You" which downs one from last week position.
The 10 Albums on the Billboard 200
February 23, 2006 01:02:10
Who's the next chart-topper? It's R&B crooner Jaheim, whose third release "Ghetto Classics" steals the top spot on the Billboard 200, selling 152,000 copies. Meanwhile, last week's chart-topper, "Sing-A-Longs and Lullabies," by Jack Johnson and friends slips to 2nd position with 117,000 copies sold.
Barry Manilow's "The Greatest Songs of the Fifties" holds tight at No. 3 for a second week, sold another 116,000 copies. Mary J. Blige's "The Breakthrough" falls from No. 2 to No. 4 with 111,000 copies, followed behind by Andrea Bocelli's "Amore" which is sold 111,000 copies. Securing the 6th place is "High School Musical" soundtrack by various artists.
The Billboard Hot 100 Greatest Sales Gainer
February 17, 2006 01:02:15While the album chart is dominated by Jack Johnson's "Sing-A-Longs and Lullabies for the Film Curious George", the Billboard Hot 100 again is dominated by Beyonce Knowles. This is the fourth time in a row that the singer's single "Check On It" leads the list. In the meantime, James Blunt's "You're Beautiful" stays at No. 2, followed by Nelly's "Grillz" at No. 3.
Stick at No. 4 is Mary J. Blige's "Be Without You", ahead of T-Pain's "I'm Sprung" at 5th. Eminem's "Shake That" surprisingly rocketing from No. 9 to the 6th slot, seizes the place from Ne-Yo's "So Sick," which slips one place to No. 7. No. 8 to 10 in succession are Sean Paul's "Temperature", Chris Brown's "Yo (Excuse Me Miss)", and Jamie Foxx's "Unpredictable".
Billboard 200's Top 10 Albums
February 16, 2006 10:02:51The Billboard 200 album chart in the week ended Sunday Feb 12, 2006 was dominated by Jack Johnson's "Sing-A-Longs and Lullabies for the Film Curious George" which soared to the top spot with 163,000 in sales. Mary J. Blige's "The Breakthrough" sold another 152,000 copies to hold at No. 2 while last week's No. 1, Barry Manilow's "The Greatest Songs of the Fifties," fell to No. 3.
Andrea Bocelli's "Amore" dropped to No. 4 followed close behind by Dem Franchize Boyz' "On Top of Our Game" at No. 5. While Il Divo's "Ancora" sticked at No. 6, Mariah Carey's "The Emancipation of Mimi" bounced from 14th to No. 7. Kelly Clarkson's "Breakaway" was at No. 8, Eminem's "Curtain Call: The Hits" fell to No. 9, and closing the Top 10 was Jamie Foxx's "Unpredictable."
Music Performers Landed Their Feet on Album Charts
February 10, 2006 10:02:59Barry Manilow has landed his feet on the album charts, having his new set "The Greatest Songs of the Fifties" debuts at No 1 on the Billboard 200 selling 156,000 copies for the week ended Sunday Feb 5th, 2006. Sitting on the runner up position is Mary J. Blige's "The Breakthrough," while Andrea Bocelli's "Amore" is at 3rd sold 113,000 copies.
Debut at 4th position is "Unpredictable" by Jamie Foxx, which slips one from last week's position. Meanwhile, R&B singer Heather Headley has her album "In My Mind" selling 95,000 copies to open at number five. Last week's chart topper, Il Divo's "Ancora" slips to No. 6 with 93,000 copies, followed behind by Eminem's "Curtain Call" at No. 7 and Carrie Underwood's "Some Hearts" at No. 8. James Blunt's "Back to Bedlam" and Train's "For Me, It's You" both are the 9th and 10th in a row.
Billboard 200's Top Ten Albums
February 02, 2006 12:02:27Finally the battle for top spot of Billboard 200 between Jamie Foxx and Mary J. Blige has ended as pop-opera group Il Divo sneaks in to take the honor on the chart by Wednesday, February 1 through "Ancora." With 156,000 copies sold for the week ended Sunday, January 29 as counted by Nielsen SoundScan, the record scored a significant note on the chart for its success marks the first time an album topped the Billboard 200 without a radio single since Radiohead's "Kid A" in 2000.
Securing the second rank, Josh Turner came in with his sophomore effort, "Your Man", followed by Foxx's "Unpredictable" on number 3 and Blige's "The Breakthrough" on number 4. Placed in order, the next 6 are "Lights and Sounds" by Yellowcard, "Now #1s" by various artists, "Some Hearts" by Carrie Underwood, "Curtain Call" by Eminem, "Testify" by P.O.D., and "High School Musical" by various artists.
"Shady Bowl Super Party" Opens for Public
January 28, 2006 10:01:01Here comes happy news for the local fans of Eminem's Shady Records. The label has opted to sell public tickets for its State Theatre concert, a Feb. 4 event expected to be among the city's hottest Super Bowl weekend shindigs.
Public tickets for the so-called "Shady Bowl Super Party" cost $30-$100 and has went on sale beginning Friday Jan 27th. The party at the State Theatre, located near the site of the Feb. 5 Super Bowl, is scheduled to feature Shady artists Obie Trice, Stat Quo and Bobby Clearwater, with Biz Markie as DJ for the night.
Pop Chart Musical Chairs
January 26, 2006 01:01:23Jamie Foxx's "Unpredictable" climbing back to No. 1 position on the US album charts Wednesday Jan 25th, sold another 97,000 copies, a mere 2,000 copies above Mary J. Blige's latest effort "The Breakthrough" which falls to No. 2 with 95,000 CDs sold.
Eminem's hits compilation "Curtain Call" ups one place to No. 3 with 74,000 units. Carrie Underwood's "Some Hearts" downs one to No. 4 with 73,000 units. At No. 5 is Johnny Cash's "The Legend of Johnny Cash" which rebounds five places from last week's position.
The Top 10 Albums for the Week Ended Jan 15th
January 19, 2006 11:01:57In the week ended January 15th, the US album charts saw the return of R&B singer Mary J. Blige to its top position with her set "The Breakthrough" sold another 118,000 copies. And after sitting on the throne for two weeks, Jamie Foxx's "Unpredictable" slipped to No. 2 with 103,000 copies.
"American Idol" winner Carrie Underwood's "Some Hearts" rose two places to No. 3 with 77,000 copies, whereas Eminem's "Curtain Call: The Hits" fell one to No. 4 with 76,000 copies. Seated at the 5th rank was the Notorious B.I.G.'s posthumous "Duets: The Final Chapter" which was sold another 52,000 copies.
Top 10 Albums Lead Pop Charts
January 13, 2006 11:01:03No joke, Jamie Foxx surprisingly secures the very top position of the album charts with his sophomore effort, "Unpredictable," sold another 131,000 copies for the week ended Sunday. This is the second time the star leads the US album charts, beats Mary J. Blige to second with her album "The Breakthrough" sold 118,000 copies.
Following them is Eminem, whose "Curtain Call" wins the 3rd place sold more than 100,000 copies. The Strokes sold just 88,000 copies of their third album "First Impressions of Earth" to be at No. 4, just one place ahead of Carrie Underwood's "Some Hearts" at 5th for the third week in a row, with 81,000 copies. Mariah Carey's "The Emancipation of Mimi," meanwhile, ups two places to No. 6 with 78,000.
Eminem & Ex-Wife to Get Married Again
January 13, 2006 11:01:25The life of famous rapper Eminem will get whole again following his plan to get married again with ex-wife Kim Mathers. Originally had their divorce finalized in 2001 after getting married for merely 2 years, the couple reconciled in late 2004.
Shortly thereafter, Kim applied for a license to marry Em with the license was to be ready on Thursday January 12th. From that point on, the twosome will have 30 days to remarry. Despite the fact that there weren't details released on the wedding date, Star magazine has published what it claimed was a copy of the couple's wedding invitation, which says the ceremony is set for Saturday.
The U.S. Pop Album Charts
January 05, 2006 01:01:39Just like the title of his album "Unpredictable," Jamie Foxx unpredictably takes the place of Mary J. Blige on the US album charts to be in the first position with his set sold 200,000 copies in the week ended January 1. Meanwhile, Blige falls to No. 2 with her "Breakthrough" sold 193,000 copies in its second week.
Eminem's first-ever hits compilation, "Curtain Call," on the other hand ups one place to No. 3 with 186,000 units, ahead of Notorious B.I.G.'s "Duets: The Final Chapter" which downs one place to No. 4 at 150,000 units. In the meantime, American Idol winner Carrie Underwood's "Some Hearts" clings at No. 5 with 135,000 units.
Billboard 200 Top 10 Entries
December 29, 2005 09:12:42Hip-hop soul queen Mary J. Blige scores great success with "The Breakthrough." The new set of her successfully holds strong on the top position of the Billboard 200, selling 727,000 copies for the week ended Sunday, to lead the Christmas album chart. Meanwhile, Oscar-winning Jamie Foxx's "Unpredictable" only secures the 2nd rank selling nearly 598,000 copies.
No. 3 is "Duets: The Final Chapter" by late rapper Notorious B.I.G. sold nearly 438,000 copies, followed by Eminem's "Curtain Call" at No. 4 with 430,000 copies. American Idol champ Carrie Underwood wins the 5th place with her "Some Hearts" sold 400,000 copies, ahead of Mariah Carey's "the Emancipation of Mimi" at 6th with 191,000 in sales.
US Pop Chart - Toppers
December 22, 2005 11:12:49Rapper Eminem starts this year Christmas season with such a great attainment in music scene as his album "Curtain Call" debuts at No. 1 on the U.S. pop charts Wednesday for a second week in a row, sold 324,000 copies in its second week on release.
The second position this weekend is secured by Carrie Underwood whose album "Some Hearts" sold 271,000 copies in its fifth week. "Now That's What I Call Music! 20" by various artists is the 3rd, one place ahead of American Idol runner up Bo Bice whose debut album "The Real Thing" sold 227,000 in its first-week.
Britney Spears, the Most Searched Name on the Net
December 16, 2005 11:12:09Britney Spears. Everyone knows her. She is a very famous pop superstar whose name has been a worldwide icon. Thus, it is understandable then that Britney Spears comes up as the Most-Searched Name on the Internet.
The diva's name indeed tops Yahoo's annual list of the Most-Searched for Names on the Internet, beating out some other popular names, like 50 Cent who is at second on the list. Coming up as the 3rd is Cartoon Network, which produces a series of risque cartoons aimed at adults.
Billboard Album Chart Champions
December 15, 2005 01:12:10Amidst bewilderment on his going to retire from music industry, rapper Eminem surprisingly scored his fourth consecutive No. 1 debut on the U.S. pop charts Wednesday. His latest piece of work "Curtain Call" sold nearly 441,000 units in the week ended December 11, a number that soared the star right to the top of Billboard album charts.
Rapper Lil Wayne's fifth studio album, "Tha Carter II" debuts at No. 2 with 240,000 copies. Right behind at No. 3 on the Billboard 200 is Korn's "See You on the Other Side," which taking in 220,000 units. The No. 4 for this week is "Now That's What I Call Music! 20" by various artists, followed after by Carrie Underwood's "Some Hearts" at No. 5.
UK Album Charts Top Holders
December 13, 2005 03:12:58Eminem is starting a brand new success in music industry. The rapper's greatest hits compilation "Curtain Call - The Hits" has stayed at number one for a second week in the UK album charts. The 2nd position is held by Robbie Williams' "Intensive Care," which soon followed by Westlife's "Face To Face" at No. 3.
The has just comeback music group Take That secures the 4th place with their "Never Forget - The Ultimate Collection." No. 5 is Madonna's "Confessions On A Dance Floor," one place ahead of Il Divo's "Ancora" at No. 6. No. 7 to No. 10 in a row is James Blunt's "Back To Bedlam," Sugababes' "Taller In More Ways," Kelly Clarkson's "Breakaway," and The Pussycat Dolls' "PCD."
Rapper Eminem Back with Ex-Wife, May Remarry
December 07, 2005 03:12:47Rap superstar Eminem has on Tuesday during a radio show revealed that he is back together with ex-wife, Kimberly Mathers, and may remarry. "We have reconciled and are probably going to remarry," Eminem told Detroit radio station WKQI-FM's 'Mojo in the Morning' show.
As everybody has noticed before, Em has gone through an ugly divorce and custody battle over his young daughter with Kimberly. The couple who tied the knot in 1999 finally had their divorce legalized in 2001. Now, as they're about to coming back that's a great news, especially for their daughter.
Music Artists Included in Billboard Shortlist
December 01, 2005 02:12:36The music competition is getting steamed. The 2005 Billboard Music Awards is coming and here is the list of music artists included in its shortlist.
Up for Artist of the Year are 50 Cent, Mariah Carey, Green Day, Kelly Clarkson. Competing for Group of the Year among others Green Day, Black Eyed Peas, Destiny's Child, and The Killers. Meanwhile, Fantasia Barrino, The Game, Rob Thomas, and Gwen Stefani are all up for New Artist of the Year award.
List of American Music Awards Winners
November 23, 2005 03:11:40Notable musicians celebrated their winning at the 33rd annual prestigious American Music Awards held Tuesday Nov.22 at the Shrine Auditorium. Mariah Carey was one among many who got nominated at the event. Unfortunately, the pop diva only brought home one award, Favorite Soul/R&B Female Artist, from the total four nominations she got, including Favorite Female Pop/Rock which went to Gwen Stefani, Pop/Rock and Soul/R&B which went to Green Day's "American Idiot" and Destiny's Child "Destiny Fulfilled."
Apart, multiple honors went to country star Tim McGraw, who won Country Male Artist prize and Country Album for his "Live Like You Were Dying." Black Eyed Peas, Kelly Clarkson, 50 Cent, Eminem, and R&B singer R. Kelly also scored great, but none of them were attending the Awards.
"The Notorious B.I.G. Duets: The Final Chapter"
October 28, 2005 04:10:38Late Notorious B.I.G. should proud of either he himself or his music career. Apart from his death, his music still speaks for him, becoming a hit in music industry. What an achievement that is rarely achieved by any other musicians.
"The Notorious B.I.G. Duets: The Final Chapter," is a 22-track set that involves contribution from many celebrated musicians, including Eminem, Tupac Shakur, Jay-Z, Nas, Snoop Dogg and Missy Elliott. The set, slated for a December 20 release date via Bad Boy, features unreleased music from the late rapper.
Eminem's Curtain Call
October 11, 2005 02:10:39Despite the fact that he's been reported to retire, or at the very least take an extended break from music industry, Eminem has announced plans to release "Curtain Call," a greatest hits album that will be available on December 6 world wide. It is claimed that he's been working on the album since early summer.
Per his Aftermath/Interscope label, "Curtain Call" will among others feature tracks like "My Name Is," "The Way I Am," "Lose Yourself" and "Stan" plus two new songs. About his new set, Em says "I have some songs that a lot of people like, I have some songs that only I like. This album is obviously for the 'lot' of people."
Stop Illegal Sale of Eminem's Hits
October 05, 2005 02:10:46Don't cheat or Eminem will mad. The rap superstar has suffered an amount of financial loss and is taking a legal action against those cheaters.
Tuesday, in the name of his publishing company, Michigan-based Eight Mile Style and Martin Affiliated, the star filed suit in U.S. District Court in Detroit, seeking a court order to prohibit five companies;Colorado-based Cellus USA, Georgia-based FanMobile, New York-based Nextones.com, New Jersey-based MyPhoneFiles and New Jersey-based MatrixM LLC, from selling his song ring tones on the Internet.
Rapper Vs Truck Driver
August 27, 2005 08:08:48Breck Wyngarden and his wife, Ascension "Tina" Wyngarden, filed a lawsuit Thursday in St. Louis against Eminem, driver Charlie Gilligard and Entertainment Coaches of America. But who are they? Both are husband-and wife who were injured in a scary July 13 accident involving seven vehicles in western Missouri and Eminem's coach that sent 11 people to the hospital.
Breck, who is a truck driver, seeking unspecified damages from the hip hop star. Per the suit the tour bus swerved to avoid a collision, but struck the side of the tractor-trailer. As a result Breck suffered rib injuries, while his wife injured her head, neck and back. This of course becoming another problem for Em as he's in struggle to kick his pill habit.
The Unwell Eminem
August 19, 2005 11:08:47After taking a cancellation on his European tour, Eminem now is taking treatment for his dependency on sleep medication. Interscope Records spokesman, Dennis Dennehy, has already given a statement on Thursday, confirming that the Grammy-winning artist at this moment is in the hospital under doctors' care. Get well soon, Eminem.
Em Cancels European Tour Due to Exhaustion
August 17, 2005 11:08:45Performing on the U.S. leg of the Anger Management 3 tour, which wrapped up in Detroit last weekend, has brought exhaustion to famous rapper Eminem. Due to that fact, he's been reported to cancel his European tour dates, which run from September 1st through 17th.
Interscope Records announced in a statement issued Tuesday (8/16) night, "Eminem is currently being treated for exhaustion, complicated by other medical issues. The shows are not expected to be rescheduled." Em's publicist, Dennis Dennehy, refused to comment any further on the rapper's condition or timetable for his recovery.
Showtime Concert Special of Eminem
August 05, 2005 02:08:38The now highly publicized rapper due to his reassignment plan, Eminem, is headlining the Anger Management tour, which among others featuring 50 Cent and D12. Those performers hit Bristow, Va.'s Nissan Pavilion Friday.
They will next perform August 12 in Eminem's Detroit hometown, before the party then resumes September 1 in Hamburg. As for Em's August 8-9 stand at New York's Madison Square Garden, it will be taped for a concert special that will air in December on cable's Showtime network.
Retire? No Way!!!
July 23, 2005 12:07:20Rapper Eminem explicitly denied his retirement reports, telling MTV News: "When I say I'm taking a break, I'm taking a break from my music to go in the studio and produce my other artists and put their albums out. That's called taking a break for me."
In his further denial, Em claims he would one day for sure retire from recording and touring yet he insists, "I never said Encore was my last album. I never said anything yet. I don't know what I'm doing yet. Nothing is definite, you know what I'm saying? Nothing is written in stone."
Em Hanging Up The Microphone
July 16, 2005 09:07:09Can you believe it? There won't be any more encores from Detroit-based rapper Eminem. At least that's what the Detroit Free Press reported Friday.
Citing sources close to the star, the Free Press says the real Slim Shady will play his last concert in Dublin, Ireland on September 17. Moreover, it's also claimed that his current album "Encore" will probably become his last release as he's been planning on retiring to concentrate on production and other ventures.
Eminem's Show On Despite Bus Crash
July 15, 2005 11:07:44A bus carrying performers slated for July 14 gig on the Eminem/ 50 Anger Management tour crashed into two tractor-trailers Wednesday night on I-70 near Odessa, Miss., injuring 11. One of the victims was Eminem's DJ, Alchemist, who had moderate injuries, forced the tour management to find replacement. Also the rapper's protege, a rapper named Stat Quo was treated in the hospital and released.
Fortunately, Eminem was not on the bus at the time of the crash. Despite all, show at the Pepsi Center, which among others will also feature Lil Jon and the East Side Boyz, D12, Bizarre and G-Unit, will still go off as planned.
Eminem Rockin' the Rooftop
June 25, 2005 10:06:53Officials of the Detroit annual fundraiser may feel glad for, as what they have expected before, rapper Eminem has agreed to perform at the given name Rockin' the Rooftop held June 29. Confirming his appearance on the event, Em said "The fireworks are a big part of summertime in Detroit, and I want to support them and the Mayor. I've come downtown to watch them since I was a kid, and I'll get involved in something that helps the city any way I can."
Rockin' the Rooftop is one of the largest fundraisers for organizers of that night's fireworks and the city's Thanksgiving Day parade. The $175-a-ticket party takes place during the Target Fireworks, named for the department-store chain that pays for the pyrotechnics. Moreover, about 2,000 tickets are expected to be sold for Rockin' the Rooftop.
Eminem Helps Revitalize 8 Mile Road
May 13, 2005 09:05:31Rapper Eminem, born Marshall Mathers III, has been asked by the Eight Mile Boulevard Association to sign bricks to be sold at an auction, which is aimed for revitalization efforts along 8 Mile Road. Explaining on their chosing of the rapper, Association President Barry Brickner told the Detroit Free Press for a Thursday story, "He's identified with 8 Mile Road, and he's famous."
Thus, Eminem, who grew up on both sides of 8 Mile Road, has signed at least 30 bricks for the auction. To be more specific, the association's executive director Tami Salisbury explained "The bricks are painted gold and covered with a clear sealant on the side bearing Eminem's autograph." The bricks will, moreover, be packaged with DVD copies of 2002's "8 Mile" film.
Eminem Settles Copyright Suit with Apple
May 11, 2005 11:05:34Controversial rapper Eminem has settled his lawsuit against Apple iTunes after its commercial aired featuring an iPod-equipped 10-year-old boy singing along to "Lose Yourself," which is Eminem's Oscar-winning theme from "8 Mile." The ad was then performed on MTV over a three-month period beginning in July 2003, and was also featured on the Apple Website.
Infuriated at the unauthorized use of his music, Eminem soon filed a copyright-infringement suit in February 2004 against Apple, MTV and its parent company Viacom, and advertising agency TBWA/Chiat/Day. In knowing this, Apple CEO Steve Jobs personally approached Eminem and "8 Mile Style" manager Joel Martin, asking them to "rethink their position."
Lawsuit Against Eminem Dropped
April 16, 2005 09:04:59A lawsuit against Eminem brought by sanitation worker Deangelo Bailey, who accused the rapper for invading his privacy by publicizing unreasonable information that put him in a false light, has been dismissed. Bailey filed the lawsuit in 2001 due to Eminem's "Brain Damage" released on 1999's "The Slim Shady LP," in which the rapper mentioned Bailey beat him up in a school bathroom, banging his head on a urinal and choking him.
Bailey, on the other hand, admitted that he picked on Eminem, but said he merely "bumped" him at school and threw a "little shove." Nevertheless, the state appeals court claimed in an opinion released Friday, the song of "Brain Damage" shouldn't been taken literally and that Bailey failed to present a genuine factual issue in the suit, so they came to a decision, which was dismissing Bailey's case.
Eminem & 50 Cent Tour Stops
April 06, 2005 09:04:32Rapper stars Eminem and 50 Cent are teaming up for a two-month U.S. tour under the Anger Management Tour that begins July 7 this year in Indianapolis with a stop in Seattle and a windup with two shows in Eminem's hometown of Detroit. Other stops on the tour include Chicago, Denver, Seattle, Dallas, Atlanta, Washington, Philadelphia, New York and Boston.
Eminem to Head Live Tour on July
April 05, 2005 09:04:44
This summer will be the third time for Anger Management to held a tour, which will firstly be marked by Eminem who has embarked upon since the November 2004 release of "Encore." The tour planned to start on July 7th this year will also feature rapper 50 Cent, who due to a filming schedule conflict will not make the first two dates of the tour that will be replaced by Ludacris.
Some other musicians feature in the show are G-Unit, Lil Jon and the East Side Boyz, D12, Obie Trice, Stat Quo, and DJ Green Lantern.
Eminem & 50 Cent Sign Up Grant Harvey
March 12, 2005 01:03:36Grant Harvey is nobody. He's only a British R&B singer who along with his music partner Daniel Booker try to earn money for their needs singing on a Los Angeles street corner.
Yet, they are now somebody and maybe, for the next years, be as famous as 50 Cent or Eminem, who both deeply impressed by their vocal skills and soon signed them up to 'exclusively' perform for them.
Eminem's 'Mockingbird' Will Premiere Online
March 12, 2005 12:03:33Eminem's new music video, 'Mockingbird,' will premiere online on MSN Music on February 21, 2005 at 3:30 p.m. Eminem fans could visit MSN Music, at http://music.msn.com/music/topvideos, and be among the first in the world to watch this video, which has been awaited by music fans because it features personal footage of the rapper's family.
Eminem's Encore Slipped to No. 10 Billboard list
March 12, 2005 11:03:44While 50 Cent's The Massacre tops Billboard 200 with sales of 1.14 million units just four days of its canceled official sales due to thwart pirates, Eminem's Encore went smoothly to the chart number 10. It's worse of course because Encore had previously won number 8, yet it may encourage Eminem to do better for his following albums.
