Omarion released his first project on Maybach Music Group last year with the Care Package EP, but now he’s readying his first full-length album since joining Rick Ross’ empire. The LP will be titled Love & Other Drugs (yeah, the namesake of the 2010 rom-com starring Jake Gyllenhaal and Anne Hathaway). In an interview with VIBE, Maybach O revealed that the album — his fourth in total — will speak “from more of an honest place” and will look to revive that classic R&B sound of old, à la R. Kelly and Jodeci. Jhené Aiko is a confirmed guest.

I’ve matured and experienced older women, experienced certain things in love and to life. It’s like I’m speaking differently. Speaking from more of an honest place where I’ve actually experienced [things]. Because when men go through something with a woman it’ll change your whole point of view. It’ll make you poetic and all kinds of shit.

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Late last year, Ghostface Killah announced his 10th solo album, Twelve Reasons to Die, to be released Nov. 20. It was never made clear why it was delayed, but that doesn’t matter a whole lot today as The Ironman finally provides an update on his upcoming LP — including its first single.

Twelve Reasons to Die, which is produced entirely by Adrian Younge and executive produced by RZA, will hit stores April 16 through Soul Temple Records, and will come complete with a six-issue comic book series and collected graphic novel. The album’s lead track, “The Rise of Ghostface Killah,” clearly lends to its cinematic theme, as we hear Starks wax super sharp rhymes over a crisp, vintage Wu-Tang beat.

In related news, Ghostface recently confirmed that he and DOOM (formerly MF DOOM) are working on a long-speculated collaborative project. Also, his classic 1996 debut, Ironman, is to be reissued as “Premium Collection: Gold Edition” CD box set by Get On Down later this month. Goodies include a 48-page hard-cover book and puzzle of the original artwork! More info here.

Check out “Rise of Ghostface Killah,” plus details on the DOOM collaboration and Ironman reissue, after the jump…

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Tyler, the Creator is pretty busy these days, earlier this afternoon he hit Twitter to update fans on the status of his new album Wolf. His third solo album is set to arrive on April 2. In a funny and unusual way, the Odd Future leader revealed the date in a viral press release clip where fellow member L-Roy is seen skydiving. Not only that, but Tyler hit Instagram to display three covers for his upcoming solo project.

Along with the album news comes the announcement he’ll be hitting the road this spring. The world tour beginning March 12 in Columbus, Ohio will make stops in Washington, New York City, Boston, Los Angeles, Seattle, Toronto, Paris, Berlin and London. Tonight at midnight you can expect a video for “West Side Time,” plus fans can pre-order Wolf on iTunes.

Watch the funny press release video, check out the tour dates, and view the covers below…..

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Earlier tonight, Drake won his first-ever Grammy Award for “Best Rap Album.” After that, he caught up with Ryan Seacrest on the red carpet and announced the title of his third solo album, Nothing Was the Same. Due later this summer, the album will follow-up his multi-platinum 2011 effort Take Care. Along with his new award and album title, Drake released the video to the LP’s first single “Started From the Bottom.” Watch the Little X-directed clip here.

Check out Drake’s red carpet interviews with E! and FUSE after the jump…..

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Justin Timberlake checks out his vision on the cover for his highly-anticipated The 20/20 Experience. Days before he’s set to perform at the 2013 Grammy Awards, the pop star hit Twitter to unveil the artwork. The 31-year-old, also revealed the 10-song tracklisting which includes the single “Suit & Tie” featuring Jay-Z. Other cuts include “Pusher Love Girl” and “That Girl,” which he previewed during NFL Super Bowl weekend. Some other eye-catching titles includes “Blue Ocean Floor,” “Strawberry Bubblegum,” and “Spaceship Coupe.” Jay-Z isn’t credited by J.T. on the tracklist, which leads us to believe more features could be included, but announced at a later time. Also the possibility of a deluxe version maybe under wraps for now.

Executive produced by Timbaland, the album is set to arrive on March 19. Expect the “Suit & Tie” video to debut online in the coming weeks.

Check out the official tracklisting after the jump……

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We’ve heard a lot about Joe Budden’s new album, No Love Lost—his first solo since 2009′s Escape Route—in the past few months, including the singles “N.B.A. (Never Broke Again)” featuring Wiz Khalifa and French Montana, and “She Don’t Put It Down Like You” with Lil Wayne and Tank. But now, a day before it hits shelves, you can get your ears round the full selection, thanks to AOL. There’s plenty more collaborations with Juicy J, Lloyd Banks, Omarion, Kirko Bangz and, of course, Joey’s Slaughterhouse cohorts Royce Da 5’9″, Joell Ortiz and Crooked I, to sample.

No Love Lost releases tomorrow (Feb. 5) via E1/Mood Muzik Entertainment. Pre-orders are available now on iTunes.

Stream No Love Lost after the jump…

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With his “Ready” collaboration co-starring Chris Brown out, Fabolous’ focus is on completing his Loso’s Way 2: Rise to Power album. His sixth solo album, and first since 2009′s Loso’s Way, is slated to arrive later this year on Def Jam Records. Catching up with Billboard’s The Juice, Fab discusses the direction he went with “Ready,” it’s upcoming video, and who will appear on the LP that’s “80-85% done.” While he isn’t sure on who makes the final cut, so far records with Rick Ross, John Legend, Ne-Yo, Young Jeezy, Chrisette Michelle, and Future are done.

How far along are you “Loso’s Way 2?”
I’d say it’s 80-85% done. I’d even give some of that 15% to working daily until I’ve got to turn it in. You may come with a record that’s urgent, that has to be on that project, the day before you turn in.

What are some of the songs or collaborations you’re excited about?
I’ve worked with a lot of guys. I’m not even sure which songs are going to make it or not yet. But I’ve worked with Chris Brown, of course. I got Rick Ross, John Legend, Future, Ne-Yo, Trey Songz, Young Jeezy, Chrisette Michelle. I’m just thinking of names off the top. I’m still working on piecing it together and making it sonically fit. I even got a text today and was speaking to Nas about doing something as well.

Fab also touches on his longevity, existing in a ‘ratchet era’ of rap music, the current state of NY hip-hop, and the process of making a sonically good album like Drake’s Take Care and Kendrick Lamar’s good kid, m.A.A.d city.

Read some more excerpts after the jump……

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Earlier today, French Montana unveiled the artwork for his Excuse My French debut album. Arriving on April 16, the album’s cover features a young child walking through the Moroccan desert. When speaking on the meaning behind the artwork, French explains to Rolling Stone the importance of his Moroccan heritage.

“The concept of the cover is to represent my journey from Morocco to New York, from a kid to a hustler, from the beginning to today. The deserts represent the dry period of my life when I had nothing and I had to work to get that water and to make a living for me and my family. It was only right that I used my son for that picture. He represents my future and me; I represent his past. It is all about the journey of my life, my music, and my movement.”

Expect French’s new single “Freaks” with Nicki Minaj to debut sometime this week. The raunchy cut features a sample of 90s song “Freaks” by Lil’ Vicious and Doug E. Fresh.

Previously:
French Montana Feat. Trina – “Tic Toc” (Video)
French Montana Feat. Rick Ross, Lil’ Wayne & 2 Chainz – “Marble Floors”
French Montana – Mac & Cheese 3 (Mixtape)

will.i.am is about to have us destroying our vocals some more with the upcoming remix to his “Scream & Shout” single. The current No. 6 song on Billboard’s Hot 100 charts, will have some hip-hop flavor added to it as The Black Eyed Peas frontman calls on a few big names. Along with Britney Spears, Diddy, Lil’ Wayne, Waka Flocka Flame, and Hit-Boy will appear on the dance cut. A video for the remix was shot on Wednesday in Los Angeles, both Waka and Hit-Boy hit Twitter to confirm the song which should be arriving in the coming days.

will.i.am’s #willpower album is due later this year.

Watch as MTV News revealed the details, below……

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French Montana has a shaking single up his sleeve. The Coke Boys general is set to release his new single “Freaks,” co-starring everyone’s favorite Barbz in Nicki Minaj. Set to appear on his oft-delayed Excuse My French debut album (due this spring), Frenchie’s new collaboration follows his current “Marble Floors” cut with Rick Ross, Lil’ Wayne and 2 Chainz. Expect to hear the new single in the coming days.

Previously:
French Montana Feat. Trina – “Tic Toc” (Video)
French Montana Feat. Rick Ross, Lil’ Wayne & 2 Chainz – “Marble Floors”
French Montana – Mac & Cheese 3 (Mixtape)