Ex-Murder Inc rapper, JA RULE is currently serving a two-year bid for gun possession.  In an interview with the NY DAILY NEWS, JA said that prison is an amazing place Whattt? [TaleTela]

On “The Tonight Show”, First Lady MICHELLE told JAY LENO Leno that PRESIDENT OBAMA‘s singing talents is nothing new. Although his AL GREEN performance was strictly spontaneous, he serenades her all the time. [Essence]

Comedian TRACY MORGAN refuses to give up the cash that his mother needs to avoid foreclosure. [The Huffington Post]

It’s no secret that the topic of African-American hair has been, and still to this day, remains a very controversial issue in the Black community.

And if you enjoyed the concept of CHRIS ROCK’S well received documentary Good Hair, then be prepared to embrace the message behind the newest black hair film, In Our Heads About Our Hair.

Directed by HEMAMSET ANGAZA, the documentary explores the serious, yet humorous issues black women deal with regarding their hairstyle choices, self-esteem, and cultural acceptance.

The film premiers February 20 at the BAM’S New Voices In  Black Cinema film festival in Brooklyn, NY.

We hope In Our Heads About Our Hair, has the ability to open the eyes of black women, men, and children yet again to the significance that black hair plays in our communities, both positive and negative.

Check out the trailer below and let us know will you be viewing In Our Heads About Our Hair?

In Our Heads About Our Hair – Trailer from Hemamset Angaza on Vimeo.

ETTA JAMES was laid to rest in California after losing a long battle with leukemia and dementia.  Among stars who paid tribute to the legendary singer was CHRISTINA AGUILERA, REVEREND AL SHARPTON, PRESIDENT OBAMA and the FIRST LADY, STEVIE WONDER and many others. [Essence]

Rapper BOW WOW has joined the tax-lien gang. Actually, he joined six years ago. TMZ reports that ex-So So Def rapper has tax liens from 2006, 2008, 2010 and one from January of this year amounting to over $126K. [TMZ]

VIOLA DAVIS and OCTAVIA SPENCER both had major wins at the 18th annual Screen Actors Guild Awards for outstanding performance by a cast. [Washington Post]

A comedic WATCH THE THRONE tour? CHRIS ROCK and DAVE CHAPELLE are putting together a dual-headlined tour, similar to KANYE and JAY-Z‘s WATCH THE THRONE tour. [TaleTela]

Rapper DMX was rushed to the hospital after a flight from Miami to Charlotte after repeatedly puking on the plane.  Apparently, he ate some bad shrimp. [TheUrbanDaily]

The King of Pop, MICHAEL JACKSON‘s children memorialize him in handprint ceremony. [People]

STAR JONES and BARBARA WALTERS have made amends. Well, kinda, sorta. THE VIEW announced on Wednesday that their ex-cohost will be appearing on the show on Feb. 22. [Huffington Post]

Hotlanta R&B singer, CIARA will be making her acting debut in ADAM SANDLER‘s comedy, “Donny’s Boy”, said to hit theaters June 25. [Essence]

Last night, PRESIDENT OBAMA gave his STATE OF THE UNION address.  During the address, he stated that the “basic American promise” is at risk. [Yahoo]

Happy Birthday to Miss ALICIA KEYS! She’s celebrating 31-big-ones today! Werk, Ms. Keys! [Hollywood Life]

The DIDDY empire is expanding.

It’s being reported that the business mogul has plans for a TV takeover with the launch of  Revolt – a new music-themed cable network being billed as the black MTV.

Yes we do have BET, but DIDDY says his vision is to make this channel solely focused on music videos rather than any original programming.

Nothing has been confirmed in the form of an announcement, but sourceS say DIDDY to have been in talks with Time Warner and Comcast to provide distribution services for the channel which is planned to start broadcasting in December.

If true, DIDDY has already proved with his fashion, fragrances, and liquor he is branding success, attempting to get on the TV game should be a breeze.

TLC member, CHILLI and TYRESE get up close and personal in his new music video, “Nothing On You.”  USHER‘s ex-boo thang will be playing the role of TYRESE’s love interest. [TheUrbanDaily]

90s trio, SWV has reunited after 14 years and is set to released their fourth studio album, “I Missed Us” on April 10. Collaborations include JAZZE PHA, and BRYAN-MICHAEL COX. [TheBoomBox]

The Queen of Soul has put the wedding bells on hold.  ARETHA FRANKLIN released a statement announcing that her wedding to long-time partner, WILLIAM “WILLIE” WILKERSON called off.  Go ‘head, take your time, ‘RETHA! [People]

Comedian TRACEY MORGAN was rushed to the hospital in Utah, after falling unconscious at the SUNDANCE FILM FESTIVAL. [GlobalGrind]

Juicy writer Chanel Robinson discusses her choice after 15 years of receiving relaxers, only to be left with chemical damage, hair breakage, and straw for hair, why enough was enough – and she joined the natural hair movement.