Behind The Scenes Of Keri Hilson's 'Turnin Me On' Video

Here's an official behind-the-scenes look at Keri Hilson's upcoming music video, featuring Lil Wayne, called "Turnin' Me On," from her debut, A Perfect World. Check out how the video came together.

Rev Run Sends Shoes To Sudan

In some GOOD hip-hop news.......


Reverend Run, from the legendary group Run-D.M.C., has teamed up with Soles4Souls in an effort to help the disadvantaged that live in the war torn area of Sudan. Millions of people have been displaced by war and genocide in the Darfur region of the battered country.

Run, real name Joseph Simmons, recently hosted a fundraising event in New York where guests were encouraged to bring shoes that good cause Soles4Souls could send to the country. He also is getting his own shoe firm RunAthletic involved, by launching a shoe design contest, to raise money for the cause.

Hot Press: Beyonce Likes It "Spicy," Diddy Sports A Baldie, Dallas Austin Doesn't Do Housewives, No Piece for Don Cornelius

Hot off the press this week Diddy waxes off, no more love or peace for "Soul Train" host Don Cornelius, Dallas Austin ditches his Atlanta Housewife and Beyonce has a hankering for hot sauce... and honey buns.

Pubic Enemy #1

Apparently Diddy thinks the public didn't get the memo the last time he decided to blab about his beauty regimen for his man parts, because in the new issue of Allure, the entertainment and fashion mogul continues his TMI assault.

"I shave and groom my private areas," he revealed. "It's a better presentation for me. If men require women to go through the pain, we should return the favor."

Dallas Don't Do Housewives

Kim Volciak, AKA "the black woman in a white woman's body" from Bravo's "Real Housewives of Atlanta" recently chatted it up with Essence about her singing career.

"My first song, "Tight Rope," will be out the first week in January, but I'm not sure when the album will be coming out," she said. "[Dallas Austin] wrote and produced it. He originally sent me three but I fell in love with the beat and lyrics. The song is about walking a tight rope with somebody. It [speaks] to my personal life and my relationship and just life in general. It definitely applies to my life, but after seeing that footage on the show where it looks like I can't sing! I guess it makes for good television but it looked awful to me. People will just have to wait for my album to see the deal."

The funny thing is Dallas Austin doesn't seem to have gotten that memo. The famed Atlanta producer blasted Kim on his MySpace blog saying, "We are not doing a song, we are not doing an album ... that was only for television!"


Hot Saucsha

Beyonce made an promotional appearance on New York's Power 105.1 radio station yesterday to celebrate the release of I Am... Sasha Fierce.

Ed Lover and Free asked Bey if she'll be cooking for Thanksgiving and she revealed, just as she did on Oprah last week, that aside from Hamburger Helper, she's deficient in the kitchen, but that doesn't keep her from enjoying food.

"I put peppers, I like spicy," Bey said.

Asked if she carries her own hot sauce, Beyonce admitted, "I used to. I used to keep it in my purse, I'm very country."

It's not all spiciness with Bey though, homegirl also has a bit of a sweet tooth.

"Growing up if you wanted me to do anything-- if you wanted me to keep a secret, if you wanted me to clean up as a kid, give me a honey bun," Beyonce revealed. "I am very passionate about my honeybuns. I haven't had one in a long time but I love them."


Soul in the Hole

TMZ has been keeping close tabs on Don Cornelius. On Monday (November 17) they reported that a judge has ordered the 72-year-old former host of "Soul Train" to surrender his firearms, as well as disclosing court documents showing that Cornelius's estranged wife, Viktoria, was granted a three-year restraining order seven days after he was arrested for allegedly beating her up. Tuesday, a judge issued also issued protective order against him on her behalf.

Viktoria filed for divorce in August 2007.

Jay-Z & Damon Dash: One Is Broke, The Other's Losing Hope

I appreciate artists like Kanye West, even though I'm not so sure I appreciate the new music he's been releasing as of late. But there's no denying that in the past five years, 'Ye has given many of us a breath of fresh air when it comes to hip-hop music. However, I often wonder if Kanye would have been around to give us something refreshing to listen to if it weren't for Damon Dash. Why wonder, though, when the answer to that is an obvious "no"?

It's been four years since the separation of Jay, Biggs, and Dame. And not long after those three parted ways, Kanye admitted in an interview with MTV's Sway that he was wrong for turning his back on Dame to jump ships with Hov; after all, Dame was the one who believed in him from the beginning and somehow convinced others to give him a chance. Even in "Big Brother," Kanye speaks on how Hov never gave him the time of day. And the irony in that is that Kanye is currently the only one keeping "The ROC's" name alive. Many say that without Kanye there would be no "ROC," even though that label barely exists anymore. Looking at Jay-Z's lukewarm post-retirement career (as far as music), can anyone convincingly argue that he's the reason people still know what Roc-A-Fella is?

And that's what's so weird about it. It seems that these lagging two years that Hov has endured have a mind of their own, and they don't intend to halt-- or make a turn-around-- any time soon. As time progresses, his presence seems to lessen. His musical buzz is not what it used to be. His songs don't excite his audience the way they used to. Needless to say, that "retirement" label kind of slowed his momentum. Now Kanye has revealed that Jay's Blueprint 3 album will drop in February of next year. Say word? Since when did Hov ever need to place a delay on an album release? Never, as far as I can remember. Looks like his "Jockin Jay-Z" and "History" isn't really doing what was expected.

Dame, being as bitter as he is, would love to laugh at Jay right about now, but he can't. The n*gga's broke and when it comes to Dame, the saying "broke as a joke" could never be more true. The joke is on the media, because for a cat to have so much money and then lose it-- yet have the media speculating on his financial status for so long and still not be able to confirm it despite numerous reports-- is kind of funny.

But this isn't:

Fresh Faces: Soul Rebel's Q&A W/ Def Jam Act & Upcoming BET Stars, Brutha

If you happened to tune in to BET for the premiere of the new season of Keyshia Cole's "The Way It Is" last week, you may have caught the sneak peek of another BET reality series "Brothers to BRUTHA" which tells the story of Def Jam's new brother act Brutha. The show follows 5 siblings, Grady, Anthony, Jacob, Poppa (Cheyenne) and Jared -- who range in age from 19 to 25 as they prepare for the release of their album debut. I chopped it up with the Harrell brothers not long ago and got their take on what people can expect from their TV series as well as their self-titled album, due out just before Christmas.

Mariah Carey Says No To Nick Cannon

PURE Bullsh*t

Guess we finally figured out the mystery behind why Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon jumped the broom so quickly. The multi-platinum singer claims she and her new hubby waited until their wedding to have "complete intimacy." While she doesn't specify exactly what that means, it's pretty clear we're to believe Nick didn't hit that until after they got married - a whopping two months into their relationship.

"It's not that we had no intimacy, we just didn't have complete intimacy," Mimi told the U.K.'s Daily Mirror newspaper. "It's just me and my feelings. I definitely don't want to push it on anybody else. But we both have similar beliefs, and I just thought that it would be so much more special if we waited until after we were married. And it was, and it still is."

Rebel Talking... If you believe Nick didn't "Touch Her Body" I've got a bridge to sell you in Brooklyn.

News: T.I. Expected To Testify In Philant Johnson Murder Trial

Hip-Hop superstar T.I. is expected to testify in a Cincinnati court tomorrow (November 19) about the events that took place on the night his close friend and assistant, Philant Johnson, was murdered.


According to Cincinnati's Local 12 News, a jury was chosen on Monday (November 17) in a case against Hosea Thomas, one of two brothers allegedly responsible for Johnson's death. Earlier today the jury visited the crime scene and opening statements were given in court.

T.I. is scheduled to testify in court tomorrow.

As previously reported by SOHH, both Hosea and Padron Thomas were charged with the murder and felonious assault of Johnson back in May 2006 at Club Ritz in Roselawn.

According to the Cincinnati Enquirer, details emerged last June explaining that both men took issue with T.I. and his entourage, when they were denied didn't allow them access to exclusive areas at a late night party and performance.

"T.I. and his group were in the VIP area," Cincinnati Homicide Detective Tim Gormly told the Enquirer. "The suspects wanted to get in the VIP area and weren't allowed to."

Upon being turned down, a member from Tip's crew allegedly struck one of the brothers in the head with a bottle and later taunted them. This led to the Thomas duo following the rapper's crew in SUVs and exchanging gunfire. Johnson reportedly died as a result of this gun fire.


In related news, the self proclaimed "King of the South" has recently recorded various anti-crime and violence messages including a Crimestoppers commercial.

Teaming wtih local Atlanta station, WSB-TV, for their new campaign, Tip is seen in an advertisement spreading awareness and encouraging people to call the city's hotline with anonymous tips that could protect families and bring criminals to justice.

"Hey, what's happening y'all? Some people call me Tip, but this is about another kind of tip that could help our mothers, our sisters, our brothers and our fathers to help get the perpetrators who commit crimes aganist them off the streets," Tip says in the video. "All you gotta do is call Crimestoppers Atlanta. Tips can be anonymous and there's even a reward."

News: Wu-Tang Steps Into New Deal W/ Fila

Wu-Tang Clan have re-linked with mega sportswear company Fila to offer fans the "Wu-Tang Weathertech" boot for the winter.

The new kicks will feature an oiled suede upper section, molded rubberized vamp along with a unique d-ring lacing style and padded ankle collars. To give the boot a more "Wu" feel and presentation, there will be signature Wu-Tang yellow highlights throughout and it will be emblazoned with the group's insignia on the side and heel tabs.

Marking the Clan's second project with Fila since their 2007 special edition "C.R.E.A.M." shoe which was a revamped version of the classic original tennis shoe, Wu's business partner and executive producer Oliver "Power" Grant spoke on the group's relationship.

"The partnership with Fila began during our early days," Power said in a statement. "And our latest product represents the ongoing mutual respect we have for the brand today."

Wu-Tang's new boot will be released this winter for $100 at select retailers. Check www.fila.com/wutang for a list of stores.