Tuesday Tales

It looks like model Tyanna Taylor may need to attend an anger management class. She recently got into a brawl with stripper Scrawberry in a Miami club. It started when Scrawberry walked over to Taylor's table. Words were exhchanged, and the brawl ensued. After Scrawberry was removed from the club, the brawl continued when Tyanna Taylor left with Scrawberry's sister pulling Taylor's hair. So far, no comment from either lady on the matter. Beyonce is apparently ready to go back to work five months after giving birth to daughter Blue Ivy. She'll perform threee Memorial Day concerts in Atlantic City. Tickets go on sale April 6.  Miami rapper Pit Bull now claims First Amendment Rights to free speech in the suit filed against him by actress Lindsey Lohan. Fans will recall the rapper recorded a track in which the actress's name was mentioned. She later filed a defamation of character suit against the star, although there's no word on a court date. Now, Pitbull's lawyers say the sustaining her allegations would lead to absurd results. Artists would no longer be able to freely express their thoughts in song. They also mentioned an Eminem track in which the actress was mentioned as well. Lohan's lawsuit claims the song infringes upon her publicity rights and was damaging to her standing as an actress of good repute. There's no word on a court date. Rapper Nicki Minaj has inked an endorsement Deal with softdrink giant Pepsi for a new line of soda. The ads will appear this summer. Meanwhile, mentor Lil Wayne has a deal of his own with Mountain Dew. The ad will be called Dew Weezy. Minaj, in the meantime, will hit the road for the European leg of her "Pink Friday" tour this spring. Diggy Simmons fans will be happy to know that the rapper's debut album hits stores today. No word on when or if a tour to promote the disk will happen anytime soon. Rap crew Odd Future has new music in stores this week as well.  The new season of "Dancing With The Stars" got off to a great start with what the judges are calling the best premiere night in the show's history. Things can only get better as the season goes on. On DVD: "The Muppets", "The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo", "Tinker Tailor Toy Solider" and "Battle Royale". On the tube: "Raising Hope" on Fox, "NCIS" on CBS, "Last Man Standing" on ABC and "The Biggest Loser" on NBC. Happy Tuesday!

Monday Memo

"Dr Seuss' The Lorex" topped the weekend box office once again, earning over $38 million dollars. "John Carter", "Project X", "Act Of Valor" and "Silent House" round out the top five films of the week. The Bobbi Kristina Brown rumors just won't end. The rumored diamond ring the teenager has been seen wearing is a ring that once belonged to her mother Whitney Houston. Stepbrother Nick has denied reports that the two are in a relationship, but only time will tell where things will go from here. Hip hop label Cash Money Records is in trouble again, but not for non payment of royalties. Music giant EMI is suing the label for non payment. There's no word on a court date as yet. Former Murder Inc. artist Ashanti is back in the limelight after a four year absence. The singer was recently interviewed at Philadelphia radio station Power 99 where she discussed making amends with former lablemate Ja Rule before his recent prison stint and former label boss Irv Gotti as well. The Grammy winner stated that there's no animosity between she and her former cohorts, and time has healed the wounds. She's set to release her first album since 2008's "The Declaration" titled "Braveheart". The album features guest appearances from Busta Rhymes, R. Kelly, Rico Love and Keyshia Cole. She performs a duet with Cole, but there's no word on whether it will be released as a single. She also has several film projects in the works as well, starting with a role in the sequel to the film "Coach Carter". She also has a role in the film "I Love Cinema". It's great to see the former First Lady of Murder Inc. back on the scene. The Oprah Winfrey owned OWN Network has dropped actress/comedian Rosie O'Donnell from it's network. The comedian's talk show didn't do as well as expected in the ratings. No word on a replacement series as yet. The network has been struggling for some time now, and it remains to be seen what will be done to turn things around. ABC's "Dancing With The Stars" premiers tonight and it's sure to an exciting season. Sherri Shepard, Gladys Knight and Jaleel White are among the contestants who will be competing this season. On the tube: "House" on Fox, "How I Met Your Mother" on CBS, "Dancing With The Stars" on ABC and "The Voice" on NBC. Happy Monday!

Friday Facts

The Bobbi Kristina Brown rumors just won't go away. Reportedly, the teenager doesn't care what grandmother Cissy Houston thinks of her relationship with adopted brother Nick Gordon. Gordon told ABC News that the two have no relationship, although Brown has been seen sporting a diamond ring and the two have plans to take a trip to Las Vegas soon. Nick Gordon was adopted by Whitney Houston some time ago, and only time will tell if rumors are true and where things will go from here. Stay tuned. Singer Rihanna has responded to the recent criticism regarding working with ex-boyfriend Chris Brown. She told radio show and "American Idol" host Ryan Seacrest that she reached out to Brown regarding her single "Birthday Cake" because he's the hottest R&B artist out at the moment. She returned the favor by appearing on Brown's single "Turn Up The Music". She went on to add that it's strictly about the music and fans shouldn't get too worked up over the collaboration. A former business partner of rapper Jay Z's will have to serve some prison time. Kareem "Biggs" Burke, who was part owner of Rock-A-Fella Records with Jay Z and Dame Dash, was arrested and charged with drug trafficking. Authorities say marijuana was shipped from California and Florida and sold in New York City. Burke was arrested after being heard discussing a shipment with a partner. He faces six years in prison. Rapper Wiz Khalifa recently uploaded a link to his new mixtape, and the response was so huge, it crashed the site. The tape, which is named after his old high school, includes guest appearances from Rick Ross and, of course, girlfriend Amber Rose. During an interview with BET.com, rapper/producer Warren G. confided that it's been hard to hit the recording studio since the passing of friend Nate Dogg. He revealed that he was on tour in Corpus Christi TX with Snoop Dogg when her learned of the singer's passing. The three childhood friends all dreamed of stardom and formed the group 213, after their shared area code. They later went on to link up with rapper/producer Dr Dre and play a part in shaping the G-Funk area of the 1990's. G has released a single with Young Jeezy and Ne-Yo titled "Leave You Alone" and plans to release the follow up to his classic debut Regulate: G Funk Area Pt 2" later this year. Last night's "American Idol" results show included performances by Demi and Daughtry. Contestant Shannon Magrane was sent home. The competition continues next week tune in. In theaters this weekend: "21 Jump Street", "Casa de Mi Padre" and "Detachment". On the tube: "Kitchen Nightmares" on Fox, "NCAA Basketball Tournament" on CBS, "Shark Tank" on ABC and "Who Do You Think You Are?" on NBC. Make it a weekend!

Thursday Dish

Actor/comedian Chris Rock appears to be the latest celebrity to have a run in with photographers. Video of the star apparently atttacking a camera at the Sundance Film Festival in January has surfaced. The video shows the photographer asking Rock about his views on the Tea Party before Rock reaches for the camera. The clip was posted with a caption that read, "Ask Chris Rock about the Tea Party, get attacked". So far, there's been no response from Rock or his representatives. Whitney Houston's adopted son is denying rumors that he and the singer's daughter are romanticlly incvolved. He says the two are friends who are grieving the lost of her mother together. Rapper Rick Ross is the latest hip hop star to obtain a shoe deal. He's reportedly signed with tennis shoe company Reebok for an endorsement deal. Rapper Lil Wayne is serious about skateboarding. So serious, in fact, that he says he intends to concentrate his efforts toward being the best ever. Let's hope he doesn't have anymore accidents while he's at it. New York City's Santos Pary came alive with cable network BET bringing it's Music Matters showcase to the venue. The show featured R&B and hip hop artists who engaged the crowd with their latest hits. Headliner and former Bad Boy Records artist Cheri Dennis was a standout performing new material she recorded during her absence from the music scene. The next BET Music Matters showcase will be on April 10 at Santos Party House. Former Bad Boy Records artist Shyne and Sean "Diddy" Combs ended a decade of animosity by reconciling during fashion week in Paris. Fans will recall that the tension between the two stems from the infamous 1999 Club New York shooting where three people were injured and Shyne was arrested for attemped murder, assault and reckless endangerment. Shyne went on to say what the move says for hip hop culture, while his former mentor tweeted about the move, even posting a picture of the two sitting together. It's great to see that the two have put their differences aside. "American Idol' contestant Jermaine Jones has been kicked off the show. Producers have decided to remove him from the Fox television talent show after discovering that he withheld information regarding his criminal background. Jones, who wowed the judges with a rendition of Luther Vandross's "Dance With My Father Again", concealed information regarding two arrests last year, and a current arrest warrant. The arrest reportedly stem from violent altercations. Jones was also exposed for making up a story about being estranged from his father. When Kevin Jones was contacted, he stated that the relationship with his son is fine, and he is not the deadbeat his son made him out to be. Meanwhile, the results show airs tonight, with a live performance from Daughtry. Pit Bull fans will get an opportunity to get a look inside the life and career of the Cuban rapper with cable network VH1's "Behind The Music". On the tube: "American Idol" on Fox, "NCAA Basketball Tournament" on CBS, "Missing" on ABC and "Community" on NBC. Happy Thursday!

Wednesday Roundup

Bobbi Kristina Brown and her adopted brother appear to have grown closer. Pictures of the two kissing have surfaced, although the nature of the relationship hasn't been confirmed. The two have also shared tweets online, with the young man sharing some choice words for those who appose the relationship. Singer Whitney Houston reportedly adopted the young man and raised him as her own and was aware of and approved of the relationship between the two. Meanwhile, Dionne Warwick told Entertainment Tonight that she believes Whitney may have died of a heart attack. Toxicology reports won't return for a few weeks, so this hasn't been confirmed as yet. Warwick, in the meantime, is working on a new album to commemorate her 50th anniversary in show business. A Twitter feud of sorts has begun between singer/songwriter/producer The Dream and up and coming R&B artist The Weeknd. It all began when The Dream, during a concert appearance at S.O.B's in New York City told the crowd about several new artists who have arrived on the scene since his absence. The Weeknd apparently took offense to the comments and took to his Twitter account to let his feelings be known. Dream, of course, responded with a series of tweets of his own, and it's anyone's guest where things will go from here. Let's hope the beef doesn't get out of hand. There's enough room in the industry for everyone. Rapper Jay Z rocked the stage during a recent performance at South by Southwest in Austin TX. The concert was simulcast live around the world. Sponsored by American Express, the show marked Jay Z's first appearance at the music, film and interactive festival, which historically caters to younger, emerging acts. Hova performed for 90 minutes, offering a mixture of old and new hits. The last time around, Kanye West brought his G.O.O.D. Music showcase to the event, with Hova being a surprises guest. This time around, Hova had the stage all to himself. auditions for "The X Factor" begin today. The competition continues on Fox/s "American Idol" as the contestants continue to pull out all the stops to win the grand prize. On the tube: "American Idol" on Fox, "Survivor: One World" on CBS, "The Middle" on ABC and "Whitney" on NBC. Happy hump day!

Tuesday Tales

While occasionally brawls and even shootings occur at hip hop shows, you don't typically expect them to occur at an R&B show. A shooting occurred outside a Witcha KS nightclub after a performance by former Pretty Ricky member Pleasure P. Fans spilled outside the club where a gunman opened fired. Several people were injured. There are no other details regarding the matter at this time. Oprah Winfrey's interview with Whitney Houston's daughter Bobbi Kristina attracted over 3.7 million viewers for the OWN network on Sunday. It also earned a 1.7 rating as well. This, no doubt, gives the struggling network a huge boost. The rumored love triangle between singer Chris Brown, his current girlfriend, and his ex-girlfriend Rihanna has gotten nastier. According to website TMZ, Karrueche Tran refuses to leave her home without Brown's security team with her after Rihanna's fans began posting threatening messages to her. Some time back a feud between the ladies began on Twitter with Rihanna reportedly posting a picture of ricecakes wearing a pair of sunglasses with a caption that seems to diss Tran. Brown has told his current flame not to worry about his renewed friendship with his ex. In other Rihanna news, it seems her pastor may want to have a counseling session with the star. He recently made clear in a statement after seeing photos of the singer scantily clad that he believes she shouldn't dress in such a manner being that she's a role model for young girls. Ironically, the singer stated in a magazine interview that she doesn't want to be a role model.  Bad Boy Records CEO Sean "Diddy" Combs has revealed that he intends to commemorate the 15th anniversary of the late Notorious B.I.G.'s "Life After Death" by releasing a digitally remaster version of the CD. The only problem is, the Bad Boy staff claim the CD is not on the release schedule. Hopefully, something will be worked out soon. After having one of the most spirited rap beefs in recent memory, the paths of rap rivals 50 Cent and Rick Ross will cross this summer. The two will grace the stage at the Open Air Frauenfeld festival in Switzerland along with other top hip hop acts including Nas, J. Cole, Wiz Khalifa, Mac Miller, Tinie Tempah and A$AP Rocky. The concert will take place July 6-8, 2012. Khole Kardashian confirmed that sister Kim and rapper Kanye West would have become a couple were it not for West's busy schedule. Fans of "Keeping Up With The Kardashians" will recall that the Chicago MC made a guest appearance on the show, and Khloe says the two would make a perfect couple. Wonder what happened? In other Kardashian news, Kim is none too pleased with "Mad Men" star Jon Hamm. The actor made a statement regarding Kardashian and other reality television stars and referred to Kardashian as a "f*****g idiot". Kardashian, of course, took to her Twitter page to fire back at Hamm saying she believes calling someone who writes, designs and produces a successful show stupid is careless. So far, no response from Hamm. It looks like the third time may be the charm for actress Halle Berry. She and her current beau have gotten engaged. Congratulations. On DVD: "The Descendants", "The Adventures Of Tintin", "Young Adult" and "Happy Feet Two". On the tube: "Raising Hope" on Fox, "NCIS" on CBS, "Last Man Standing" on ABC and "The Biggest Loser" on NBC. Happy Tuesday!

Monday Memo

"Dr Seuss' The Lorex" topped the weekend box office, earning over $70 million. "Project X", "Act Of Valor", "Safe House" and "Tyler Perry's Good Deeds" round out the top five films of the week. The Oprah Winfrey interview the Whitney Houston's daughter Bobbi Kristina aired last night. The 19-year-old stated that while she is unable to listen to her mother's music, she hears her mother's voice in spirit. There's also a rumor circulating that the teenage has distanced herself from her father, singer Bobby Brown by changing her name to Kristina Houston. This rumor has not been confirmed. The teenager also indicated that she intends to follow in her mother's footsteps by entering the entertainment industry as a singer. The interview also included members of Houston's family, including her mother Cissy.  The lawsuit filed against rapper Kanye West for a sample used on his "My Dark, Twisted Fantasy" album has been settled. There's been no word on the settlement amount. Rapper Coolio recently went to a family reunion, though probably not the way he would have preferred. The rapper was arrested during a routine traffic stop in Las Vegas. The arrest took place after police discovered that he had two outstanding warrants for his arrest. He was taken to Clark County Detention Center, where he was placed in a cell with his son, Grtis Ivey, who has been held there the last few months after being arrested for armed robbery. Coolio's bail has been set at $5, 850. Atlanta rapper T.I. recently stepped into the middle of a war of words between upcoming female rap stars Iggy Azalea and Azealia Banks. It all began when Tip, during a radio interview with DJ Drama,  responded to to comments by Banks, who criticized Iggy Azalea for referring to her as a "runaway slave master" in  rhyme. Tip stated if you spend half of your day making money, then spend the rest of the day counting your money, you shouldn't have time to worry about anyone else. Banks took to her Twitter account to fire back. Meanwhile, Iggy Azalea took the high road by saying she doesn't know Banks and doesn't have a problem with her. Only time will tell how this will end. Stay tuned. On the tube: "House" on Fox, "How I Met Your Mother" on CBS, "The Bachelor" on ABC and "The Voice" on NBC. Happy Monday!