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Jason Aldean Says ‘Night Train’ Fits Where He’s At Right Now

For Jason Aldean, album titles have meaning, and so he says the song “Night Train” simply “fit my career” at this point in time.

2012/10/18

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The 3 Reasons Behind Colt Ford’s Success As New Album Becomes #1 Best Seller

Colt Ford’s latest album, ‘Declaration of Independence’ is has become a #1 best seller, despite minimal airtime support. Find out what three elements he embraces to ensure his success.

2012/08/21

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Seniors Honor Super Bowl-Bound Giants With Rap Video

Residents at Cedar Crest Retirement Community are giving the New York Giants a senior Super Bowl shout-out. The rapping retirees, ages 74 to 91, have spent decades supporting Big Blue.

2012/01/31

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LL Cool J: From Radio To The Big Screen (And Everywhere In Between)

LL Cool J has sold millions of albums and made a name for himself in fashion, films and television. He continues his success as the host of the 54th Annual Grammy Awards, February 12 on CBS.

2012/01/23

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Taylor Swift, Foo Fighters And Others Announced As GRAMMYs Performers

GRAMMY nominees Taylor Swift, Foo Fighters, Bruno Mars, Nicki Minaj, Jason Aldean and Kelly Clarkson will perform at the 54th Annual GRAMMY Awards, Sunday, February 12 on CBS.

2012/01/18

Teacher Uses Hip Hop To Help NYC Students Pass Regents Exams

For the program Fresh Prep, one teacher created 24 rap songs that review U.S. and global history – hip hop fused with the New York State curriculum to engage hard to reach students.

2011/08/18

Ja Rule Sentenced For Failing To File Income Tax Returns

The platinum-selling rapper, whose real name is Jeffrey Atkins, admitted in March that he failed to pay taxes on more than $3 million that he earned between 2004 and 2006 while living in Saddle River.

2011/07/18

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Rapper Ja Rule Sentenced To Prison In NYC Gun Case

The platinum-selling rapper and actor was sentenced Wednesday to up to 2 years in prison. He pleaded guilty in December to attempted criminal weapon possession.

2011/06/08

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Jay-Z Eyes More Grammy Wins

(Matt Sheret) – Jay-Z is likely to be one of the big winners at this year’s Grammy Awards. Eminem is the only other performer in the field with the kind of reach that rap’s premier […]

2011/02/03

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