Friday Facts

The family of singer Amy Winehouse says that believe she tried to quit alcohol cold turkey and her body may have not been able to cope. A toxicology report to determine the cause of the singer's death won't be back for six to eight weeks. In the meantime, the singer will grace one of two Vibe magazine covers for t heir July/August issue. The magazine will include an article written by a friend of the singer. Fans waiting to see Kanye West and Jay Z on the "Watch The Throne" tour, will have to wait a little longer than expected. Tour promoters have pulled the tour schedule to add more dates, according to Allhiphop.com. Presale tickets on on sale on August 2, a week later than expected and a day after the newly revised tour schedule will be released. The  tour is scheduled to begin in September in Detroit and end in early November in Boston. Rapper J. Cole stated in an interview that he won't release a mixtape ahead of his debut album "Cole World: The Sideline Story". Instead, he'll leak a few unfinished songs intended to appear on the mixtape. He says he doesn't want to confused fans by releasing two projects. Singer Kelly Rowland, who released her third solo effort "Here I Am" on Tuesday, stated during a radio interview that she and Chris Brown will be touring together this fall. Brown took to his Twitter account to confirm the news. Although other stars will be announced soon, rumor has it that Joe Jonas, who collaborated with Brown on the song "See No More" will join the tour. Adding to speculation is that Jonas has reportedly said he'd be honored to join the two. However the final lineup shakes out, it should be a hot show for fans. Atlanta rap star Young Jeezy has called out a calavry of stars to appear on  his upcoming album "Thug Motivation 103". He has collaborations with Jay Z, Drake and Andre 300 in addition to other stars Wiz Khalifa and Travis Barker. Lil Wayne appears on the single "Ballin". Jeezy announced during a recent concert that "Thug Motivation103" will hit stores on September 30. "So You Think You Can Dance" continues for another week, along with "Big Brother". In theaters this weekend: "Cowboys & Aliens", "Crazy, Stupid Love" and "The Smurfs". On the tube: "Bones" on Fox, "Flashpoint" on CBS, "Shark Tank" on ABC and "Who Do You Think You Are?" on NBC. Make it a weekend!

Thursday Dish

As mentioned previously, rapper 50 Cent is disgusted with his record label. There has been a delay in the release of his latest album, and now the rapper says he plans to scrap it altogether. He says his label has dropped the ball on him one too many times. He also mentioned that he thought of leaking one of Dr Dre's tracks, but decided against it. Meanwhile former G-Unit affiliate Game reportedly got into a spat with a video model. The model has now put a video of the rapper's pleading with her to allow him to demonstrate his oral sex skills on the internet. He even offered to fly her first class to Los Angeles for an encounter. In other Game news, the rapper may be searching for a new recording home as well. He's been with Interscope Records his entire career, and is considering going over to Cash Money Records when his current contract expires. He says he talks with CEO Bryan "Baby" Williams often, and he's grown comfortable with Lil Wayne and the rest of the Young Money Entertainment crew, with whom he's collaborated on several occasions. While no deal has been worked out as yet, the West Coast MC could join the roster that includes chart toppers Drake and Nicki Minaj. The label also boast the talents of Bow Wow and DJ Khaled. Games next album, "The R.E.D. Album", will hit stores on August 23. Lauryn Hill has confirmed what some may know already. Ex-boyfriend Rohan Marley is not the father of her new baby boy. Marley has tweeted on several occasions about the matter, saying he isn't the childs father. Pictures of Marley and his new model girlfriend are posted on the internet currently. Kelly Rowland, who just released a new album "Here I Am" on Tuesday, talked during a recent interview about the single "Motivation" and the possibility of a Destiny's Child reunion. She says she loved "Motivation" when she heard the track and that working with Lil Wayne was breathtaking. As for a Destiny's Child reunion, she says although the three women talk often, there are no plans for a reunion. With a new album and a new job as a judge on the UK's "X Factor", Rowland has quite a bit going for her. Having been quiet for the last few years, it looks like singer Ashanti is preparing to hit the scene again. The singer recently released a promotional photo shoot and has been in the studio with Dr Dre and Lil Wayne. Fans might be treated to a single this summer with an album later this year. Another exciting episode of "So You Think You Can Dance" aired last night with fans being treated to more fine performances from the contestants. The contestants are pulling out all the stops and it's anyone's guest who will win the grand prize. Tune in to see who goes home tonight. On the tube: "So You Think You Can Dance" on Fox, "The Big Bang Theory" on CBS, "Wipeout" on ABC and "Community" on NBC. Happy Thursday!

Wednesday Roundup

Over 300 to 400 family and friends attended funeral services for Amy Winehouse in London yesterday. Winehouse's father sang "So Far Away" during the service, which was a song he and the troubled star sang together. Ms Wineshouse will be missed. Rapper/actor Common has new music ready to hit the streets. His upcoming album is tentatively titled "The Dreamer, The Believer", and the first single is called "Ghetto Dreams". He explained during a recent interview that the point being made in the song is that he wants a bad woman. She looks good, can cook and can handle herself well on the street. "Ghetto Dreams" features a guest appearance from Nas and the two shoot the video for the single in Los Angles. There's been no announcement regarding when the album will hit store shelves. Rapper  Wiz Khalifa celebrated the recent gold certification of his debut album "Rolling Papers" at the offices of Atlantic Records. There was a plaque presentation  and the office was decorated with black and yellow balloons. "Rolling Papers" was released this past March and features the singles "Black And Yellow" and "Roll Up". The rapper is currently on tour with Big Sean. If ever given the opportunity to perform in Jamaica again, rapper Nicki Minaj should remember to watch her language. The rapper was fined for using profanity during her recent show on the island. She paid a fine and proceeded to the next venue. It may be an honor to play with Lauryn Hill, but the honor may not come with a paycheck. Guitarist Jay Gore, who played shows with the Grammy winner in 2007, is suing the star claiming he's own over $3,905 is compensation. The suit was filed in small claims court in Los Angeles. Hill will headline the Rock The Bells tour in August. The top eight contestants will perform on "So You Think You Can Dance". On the tube: " So You Think You Can Dance" on Fox, "Big Brother" on CBS, "The Middle" on ABC and "Minute To Win It" on NBC. Happy hump day!

Tuesday Tales

Family and friends will attend funeral services for Amy Winehouse in London today. An autopsy conducted has failed to determine the cause of the singers death. Results of a toxicology report will return in six weeks. Congratulations to singer/rapper Lauryn Hill are in order. She gave birth to her sixth child, a baby boy. Mother and son are resting at home and doing well. Only weeks after announcing her split with Mark Anthony, rumors are surfacing that Jennifer Lopez has rekindled an old flame. Reportedly, she was seen having dinner with former boyfriend Sean "Diddy" Combs. Combs entered the restaurant, followed soon after by Lopez. Although the rumor has not been confirmed or denied, the two dated a few years back. Fans will recall the two were together when while during a night on the town at Club New York  a shooting occurred. Combs was cleared of any wrong doing in the case. Although things seem to be pretty hot and heavy between the two, singer Ciara said in an interview that she has no plans to marry current boyfriend Amar'e Stoudemire. She says she seem no reason to rush it. Still no word on when new music from the singer will hit store shelves, however. According to HipHopDX, Big Sean, Wiz Khalifa and Curren$y are working on a mixtape together. Talk of the three MC working together began after two tracks featuring the three stars "O.T.T.R." and "Flowers" were leaked to the internet. Big Sean and Wiz Khalifa are currently on a 27-city tour together. ABC's "The Bachelorette" continued with a trip to the Fiji islands, and one bachelor left the island "out of respect" for Ashley, while another rejected suitor returned for a second chance at love and a rose. Tune in to see who Ashley chooses.  Fox News anchors Bill O'Riley and Laura Dern took Chris Brown to task and went in or rapper 50 Cent as well. 50, or course, took to his Twitter account to voice his opinion on the matter, despite the fact that O'Riley invited the New York rapper to appear on his show. Lets just say 50 turned down the invitation. Twitter has certainly become a platform or sorts for the G-Unit general. Kelly Rowland has new music in stores this week with "Here I Am". On DVD: "Source Code" and "Trust". On the tube: "Hell's Kitchen" on Fox, "NCIS" on CBS, "Wipeout" on ABC and "Its Worth What?". Happy Tuesday!

Monday Memo

The captain made it happen over the weekend.  "Captain America: The First Avenger" topped the weekend box office earning over $60 million dollars. "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2", "Friends With Benefits", "Transformers: Dark of the Moon" and "Horrible Bosses" round out the top five films of the week. Authorities have not yet determined what caused the death of singer Amy Winehouse. An autopsy will be performed, and a toxicology test will performed soon.  Although it hasn't been confirmed, friends say they believe the singer died of an overdose of alchol and ecstasy. They also say she went on a binge with friends shortly before her death.  She joins the ranks of other artists who died at the age of 27, Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin and Jim Morrison, among others. Miami rapper Flo Rida says a recent DNA test proves that he is not the father of a daughter. The mother of the child wants another test performed because she believes the rhyme slinger took the test under an assumed name. It looks like Kim Kardashian may win her recent suit against retailer Old Navy after all. As mentioned previously, the reality star sued the clothing company after discovering that it used a Kardashian look a like in an ad. This look a like also happens to be the latest flame of Kardashians ex Reggie Bush. Reportedly the star has been in talks to star her own clothing line and it was determined that there may be some confusion since the Old Navy ad has been running.  It remains to be seen if and when the matter will be settled. ABCs "The Bachelorette" continues tonight, along with "America's Got Talent". On the tube: "Hell's Kitchen" on Fox, "How I Met Your Mother" on CBS, "The Bachelorette" on ABC and "America's Got Talent" on NBC. Happy Monday!

Friday Facts

A Atlanta judge has  thrown out a lawsuit filed against rapper Rick Ross. As mentioned previously, a neighbor sued the Miami rapper when his pit bulls escaped his mansion and killed her york shire terrier. The suit was thrown out because the woman didn't follow the correct procedure when filing the suit. The Ross camp tried to handle the matter by paying the vet bill, but Ross' lawyer says the plaintive is trying to capitalize on the incident. Singer R Kelly is now recuperating at home after emergency throat surgery. The singer had a abscess removed from his tonsils. It's unclear when his current concert tour will resume, as he's missed several dates due to his illness. If you asked his neighbors, they'd probably tell you Chris Brown is the neighbor from hell. Several complaints have been made by tenants at his California condo saying Brown races dogs up and down hallways, blasts music day and night and parks in handicap spaces. Brown took to his Twitter account to voice his opinion on the matter. It's unclear if or when any legal action will be taken. Although Sean Kingston has been resting at home following his jet ski accident, it appears it's not behind him yet. The singer met with investigators who are looking into the accident. The Florida Fish & Wildlife Committee could site Kingston for violations if he's found to have been operating his vehicle carelessly or driving in excess of the speed limit. He was released from the hospital on July 4 after recovering from critical condition. The passenger on the jet ski, Kingston's friend Cassandra Sanchez has chosen not to press charges. After being released from an Arizona prison this week, rapper DMX dispelled rumors he'll sign with Rick Ross' Maybach Music. While he would not confirm or deny whether a meeting took place, or a deal is in place, when asked he simply responded that he probably would not release his next album on Maybach Music. He says his next release will bring hip hop back. There's been no announcement regarding a release date, however. All five members of Cleveland rap group Bone Thugs-N-Harmony will reunite as part of the second annual Homecoming concert. The group will perform in its hometown Cleveland. Drake will also perform at the show celebrating the city's 215th birthday. Drake and the members of the group are excited about the upcoming event. It will certainly be a treat for all who attend. In theaters this weekend: "Captain America: The First Avenger" and "Friends With Benefits". On the tube: "Bones" on Fox, "Flashpoint" on CBS, "Shark Tank" on ABC and "Who Do You Think You Are?" on NBC. Make it a weekend!

Thursday Dish

Singer R. Kelly is recuperating in a Chicago hospital after having emergency surgery on his tonsils. The singer was rushed to the hospital after he began complaining about soreness in his throat. Doctors surgically removed an abscess from his tonsils. He's expected to be sidelined for a few weeks to recuperate. This happens as the singer was in the middle of a tour across the country. He began missing shows, and until now, no one knew what the problem was. According to TMZ, reality star Kim Kardashian is suing Old Navy claiming they used a Kardashian impersonator in one of their ads. It doesn't help matters that Kardashian is reportedly upset about a tweet the retail chain posted. Rumor has it that the model in the ad is the latest flame of ex-boyfriend Reggie Bush. There's been no announcement on a settlement. With a new hit show and a new lease on life actress Lisa Raye is on top of the world. She also graces the cover of the latest issue of Upscale magazine. She discusses her past problems and how she got over them, her relationship with her daughter and her new show. Upscale magazine is on newsstands now. Big Boi, one half of the Atlanta rap duo Outkast, says hes completed 17 songs for his upcoming sophomore album. The album titled "Daddy Fat Sax" should be released before the end of the year, according to the southern rap great. He says he has some surprises in store for fans. Only time will tell. With a hit album under her belt, Sade has become the hottest concert ticket of the summer. She recently wowed fans at the American Airlines Arena in Miami FL with a flawless show. She reportedly took fans back in time with old favorites like "Your Love Is King", "Smooth Operator" and "No Ordinary Love". Let's just hope it doesn't take another ten years for fans to be treated to her talents again. The top ten contestants performed on last night's "So You Think You Can Dance", and the competition continues to heat up as all the contestants pull out all the stops to wow judges and the audience. Tonight 2 of the ten will be voted off. Only time will tell who will walk away with the grand prize. On the tube: "So You Think You Can Dance" on Fox, "The Big Bang Theory" on CBS, "Wipeout" on ABC and "Community" on NBC. Happy Thursday!