Wednesday Roundup

Grammy winning R&B star Usher has confirmed that he is putting the finishing touches on his sixth studio album slated for a October release. Jermaine Dupri and Brian M. Cox are among the producers who have contributed tracks to the project. Atlanta rap group Good Mob will reunite for a performance to take place in Atlanta at the Masquerade on September 19, 2009. They group says the've talked about the reunion for some time and feel the time is right. Rapper Lil Wayne has a new signee to his label. Female MC Nicki Minaj has signed on the dotted line after months of speculation. It looks like the deal for the Steven Segeal reality show has hit a snag. A lawsuit has been filed in connection with the show. Well see what happens with that. Among the remakes hitting theaters are the remake of "Flashdance' and the remake of "Fame'. Trey Songs and Pitbull have new music in stores this week. New on dvd: "Earth" and "Slate Of Play". On the tube: "So You Think You Can Dance" The Fifteen Best Performances Ever" on Fox, "Criminal Minds" on CBS, "Wipeout" on ABC and "America's Got Talent" on NBC. Happy hump day!

Tuesday Tales

Writer/director/producer Spike Lee was among many who hosted Michael Jackson birthday celebrations over the weekend. Thousands gathered in Brooklyn's Prospect Park to honor the music icon who would have turned 51 on Saturday. Actor/comiedan Tracy Morgan was among those who attended. Atlanta based artist DJ Unk is recovering from a recent heart attack. A rep for the dj Twittered that he had been experiencing heart pains and breathing problems shortly before he was due to spin a show on August 29. Rapper Jay Z is slated to perform at a 9/11 benefit concert in New York. Details will be reveled soon. Since the fall televison season will begin soon, we'll have a preview of the season's hottest new shows posted soon. On the tube: "Hell's Kitchen" on Fox, "NCIS" on CBS, "Crash Course" on ABC and "Law & Order SVU" on NBC. Happy Tuesday!

Monday Madness

It looks like fear took over the weekend box office. The horror film, "The Final Destination" was made the number one movie taking over 28.3 million dollars, according to estimates. The film took the top spot from Quinton Tarintino's "Inglourious Basterds" which took in another 20 million. "Halloween 2" took the number three spot with 17.4 million. It's Rob Zobbie's update on the classic horror film franchise starring crazed masked man Michael Myers. Rounding out the top spot are: "District 9" 10.7 million, "G.I.Joe: The Rise Of Cobra" 8 million, "Julie & Julia" 7.4 million, "The Time Travelers Wife" 6.7 million, "Shorts" 4.9 million "Taking Woodstock" at 3.7 million and "G Force" at 2.8 million. New York City dj Adam "DJ Am" Goldstein was found dead in his apartment. Police say there is no sign of fowl play, although a empty prescription bottle was found next to the dj's body and a crack pipe was found as well. Whitney Houston's comback cd, "I Look To You" was released today. It was released so that the singer would be eligable for a Grammy award. Columbia Pictures is reportedly in the beginning stages of the third "Bad Boys" installment. The company is currently looking for a writer for the project so no other details are available. On the tube: "House" on Fox, "How I Met Your Mother" on CBS, "CMA Music Festival: Country's Night To Rock" on ABC and "Law & Order: Criminal Intent" on NBC. Happy Monday!

Friday Facts

Singer/actress Beyonce Knowles will be honored by Billboard at the Billboard Women In Music Event to take place October 2 in New York City. The singer will recieve the Woman Of The Year Award for her success, leadership skills and creativity. Actor Steven Segeall has a new gig. The actor will reportedly host a new reality series for A&E called "Lawman". No word on a premeire date. Rapper Common will narrate all acts on rapper Drake's upcoming debut album. A listening party for the album was held in New York recently. Singer Chris Brown has reportedly taped a interview with talk show host Larry King to air sometime in September. It's his first since the Feburary incident with former girlfriend singer Rihanna. In theaters this weekend: "The Final Destination" and "Halloween 2". On the tube: "Are You Smarter Than A Fifth Grader?" on Fox, "NFL Football" on CBS "Supernanny" on ABC and "Southland" on NBC. Make it a weekend!

Thursday Dish

Rapper Emiem is slated to rerelease his cd "Relaspe" in November. Be sure to check out the premier of the reality series "Frankie & Neffie" on BET. The show will follow the mother and sister of singer Keyshia Cole. 80's rap icon Roxanne Shante has recieved a pyschology degree and her old record label footed the bill. Reportedly a worker was assulted at the home of rapper 50 Cent. The alleged attack occurred after a woman refused the sexual advances of another worker. Rapper Ja Rule gave Austrialians a scare when visiting the country. It seems that the rapper whose real name is Jeffrey Adkins, was traveling down the road the wrong way. Luckily no one was hurt. Check out the lost T.I verse on "Swagger Like Us". "Fighter" is out on dvd this week. On the tube: "Fox NFL Football" on Fox, "Big Brother" on CBS, "Grey's Anatomy" on ABC and "The Office" on NBC. Happy Thursday!

Wednesday Roundup

Singer Chris Brown was sentenced to five years probation and to perform six months of community labor for beating his former girlfriend singer Rihanna. He appeared in court on Tuesday for his sentencing which will be served in his home state of Virginia. He will have to return to Los Angeles frequently to inform the judge of his progress. Rapper Julez Santana was arrested for allegedely threating his wife. His representative stated that the rapper is not married and that this is a case of people hating on him because he's a rapper and has big cars. 90's R&B group TLC will take the stage for the first time in seven years. Chilli and TBoz will perform at a benefit concert to be hosted by Justin Timberlake. at Las Vegas's Mandalay Bay on October 17 to benefit the Shriners Hospital for Children. The hit sitcom "The Game" may get a second chance at life. BET is in serious talks to have the show, which was cancelled in May, moved to it's network. The network shows reruns of the series. Latoya Jackson will sit down for a exclusive interview with Barbara Walters on 20/20 on September 11. It will be her first interview since the death of her brother Michael. She will also appear on "The View" as a co-host. Queen Latifah, LeToya Luckett and Lil Wyte all have new releases in stores this week. On the tube: "Bones" on Fox, "Criminal Minds" on CBS and "Wipeout" on ABC. Happy Wednesday!

Tuesday Tales

Former "American Idol" judge Paula Abdul has a new gig. The singer will host VH1's "Divas Live" to air on September 17 at 9 pm. Among those slated to be honored on the show are Adele, Kelly Clarkson and Jordin Sparks. Singer Omarion has spoken out about his recent split with Young Money Entertainment. The singer released a statement revealing that he asked to be released from his contract and that there is no beef with Lil Wayne or anyone else in the organization. He also stated that he wanted to pursue other projects presented to him and that he wishes the Young Money crew the best. In case you haven't already, check out the latest reality series starring NBA superstar Shaquille Oneil. If will feature the the star taking on various challenges. The fall televsion season will start soon and information regarding new shows and returning shows will be posted soon. On the tube: "Hell's Kitchen" on Fox, "NCIS" on CBS and "Shaq Vs" on ABC. Happy Tuesday!