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NEWS: Asher Roth Signs To Def Jam; New Album Due March 2012

About f*cking time I say! Asher Roth has been flying under the radar since the release of his debut album, Asleep In The Bread Aisle in 2009. He has released mixtapes here and there, and released a few videos that will more than likely play the role as promotional singles for the album - but we had yet to hear anything concrete since then. Well now, it has been officially announced that Asher Roth is coming to Def Jam and we can expect his new album, Is This Too Orange? - by March of 2012 under SRC/Def Jam Records. The press release says:

While working on his IDJ/SRC debut, Asher has kept his rabid fan-base satiated with a flood of new material online, including a lauded mixtape, 2010's Seared Fois Gras With Quince And Cranberry, The Rawth EP- a free album with producer Nottz, plus countless singles, guest verses, and videos. Now, Roth prepares to leap back into the spotlight. "The Def Jam brand stands for quality, creativity, and authenticity," said Steve Bartels, Island Def Jam President and COO. "We believe Asher Roth delivers all this and more. He's a great fit for us and we look forward to delivering Asher's special brand of great hip-hop music as only Def Jam can." SRC Records CEO, Steve Rifkind, agrees. "Partnering up with Def Jam on Asher's album is a great opportunity for all parties involved," said Rifkind.

Pabst & Jazz Sessions will be the first release from Asher Roth under his new label, which drops on December 20th

NEWS: Katy Perry Taking A Year Off From Music + Hosting SNL

Katy Perry has been running strong since the summer of 2010 when she released her smash "California Gurls", and ever since the Katy Perry train has been running and running songs. Five #1 singles, a double platinum album, and 122 tour dates on her 'California Dreams Tour' later - she has announced that she's taking a break. According to the New York Post, her and her management have agreed to take time off from music so she can start up a family with the man she married last year - Russell Brand. How long will she really be able to be out the public eye however? She's arguably one of the most popular artists in the world, could be being off a full year hurt her career? Or will the break do her good and make the fans want some music from her again? But before she takes her break, Ms. Katy Perry will be hosting the December 10th episode of Saturday Night Live. Katy Perry, who has shown us her acting chops in her video "Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F)" will finally get to show off her humorous side for the full hour and a half sketch comedy show. Now that's a good look. [Pop Crush

NEWS: Rick Ross Wants The Y.O.L.O. Mixtape To Become An Album

Drake revealed details of the Y.O.L.O (You Only Live Once) mixtape earlier this month with XXL Magazine, a joint project he has been working on quietly with Rick Ross. However, Rick Ross has some bigger plans for the project if he has his way. In an interview with MTV's RapFix, Rick Ross reveals:

"You know the music is most definitely official, but y'know - me being a boss, I'm trying to find a way to put this music on the shelves for the people."

He continues to talk about his relationship with Drake and their collaborative efforts on this upcoming project. Meek Mill, who was also present, talked about his solo stuff. Check the full clip below.. (more...)

NEWS: Lil Wayne And YMCMB Give Out Turkeys For Thanksgiving

The holiday season is upon us, and the YMCMB crew are in the giving spirit. Recently, Lil Wayne returned to his home of New Orleans to participate in giving out turkeys to the less fortunate. Despite the fact he hasn't been able to be apart of it eight or nine years ago, now that he's matured - he experienced the full feeling of it. "A beautiful feeling." Watch the interview with MTV below... (more...)

NEWS: MTV To Ressurect Yo! MTV Raps For One Night Only

With Beavis and Butthead back on the scene, it seems like MTV is trying to resurrect some more old school shows for super nostalgia factor. MTV announced the one night return of Yo MTV Rap hosted by the original hosts, Fab 5 Freddy, Ed Love, and Doctor Dre. The original series lasted from 1988 to 1995, which brought to life the newest and freshest wave of hip hop into pop culture and on this one night return after the Sucker Free Awards - they plan to have guests roll through like Q-Tip, DJ Khaled, Mac Miller, Young Jeezy, Common, Ice-T, Naughty By Nature, Wiz Khalifa, Busta Rhymes and more... The special will air on December 4th on MTV2 at 11 PM after the first-ever Sucker Free Awards. If BET was smart enough, they'd bring back Rap City