• Oscars '15: 'Birdman,' Julianne Moore, Eddie Redmayne Win Big on Hollywood's Flashiest Night

    The 87th annual Oscars may not have been loaded with surprises in terms of winners, but there were still some really amazing moments among some of the already anticipated results. 'Birdman' was thought to have a leading edge on this night when smaller and more artistic and creative films seemed to be preferred. It took home four awards in all, including the coveted Academy Award for Best Picture. 'Birdman's' director, Alejandro González Iñárritu, also won and the film snagged best screenplay. Other big winners at the 2015 event were Eddie Redmayne and Julianne Moore.

  • Mannie Fresh Thinks Lil Wayne Has Outgrown Birdman, Cash Money

    Mannie Fresh was somewhat of a mentor to Lil Wayne. He helped Weezy in the studio early on and his influence on the Cash Money Records brand is undeniable. That relationship puts Fresh in a unique position to be able to talk about Wayne's recent beef with the label with some authority. The hip-hop producer spoke to the Associated Press before the Grammys, saying Wayne has outgrown Birdman and CM.

  • Birdman Denied Access to Nicki Minaj Pre-Grammys Party in Hollywood [WATCH]

    Birdman couldn't make it past security Saturday night (Feb. 7) when he made his way to Nicki Minaj's pre-Grammys party in Hollywood. TMZ was on the scene to capture video of the Cash Money Records founder being denied entrance to the club. Security guards stopped Baby and his entourage before Los Angeles police officers were called over to help.

  • Lil Wayne Reportedly Suing Cash Money For $51 Million, Wants Off Label To Release 'Tha Carter V'

    Lil Wayne is not messing around at all. Earlier in the week, it was reported that Lil Wayne was suing Birdman's Cash Money Records for the $8 million advance that he was owed on Tha Carter V. Now, according to a lawsuit obtained by TMZ the "Start A Fire" rapper has decided to up the ante a lot and sue Birdman for a reported $51 million. He is also filing with the judge to end his contract with Cash Money records once and for all.

  • Tyga Being Sued By Former Manager

    Young Money rapper, Tyga, is being sued by his former manager. According to a TMZ report, his former management company, C&J Management, is suing Tyga to the tune of $4 million. The claim is that he illegally fired them in 2013 and hired new management. C&J Management claims they were instrumental in creating the star that Tyga has become today saying they "turned him form a relative nobody to a world known superstar." They introduced him to Cash Money, so there may be some weight behind the accusations, but these lawsuits are always incredibly difficult to prove.

  • Lil Wayne Is Suing Birdman for $8 Million

    The Young Money beef between Lil Wayne and Birdman has reached a fever pitch, with Wayne planning to sue his former mentor for $8 million over an unpaid advance.

  • 'Birdman,' 'The Grand Budapest Hotel' Lead Oscar Noms with 9 Each; Aniston, Adams, Jolie Overlooked

    Usually in the weeks leading up to the Oscar nominations, a pattern from other awards shows begins to develop and we kind of have a clue of who will ultimately be nominated for Hollywood's top prize. This year is a bit different because so many of the categories are wide open with numerous strong contenders. This morning, "Star Wars" director JJ Abrams and last year's Best Director winner Alfonso Cuaron announced the first 12 categories live while Chris Pine and Academy President Cheryl Boone Pine followed with the next 12 categories. When all was said and done, "Birdman" and "The Grand Budapest Hotel" are leading the nominations with nine each. There are also a few surprises in there. Jennifer Aniston has been acknowledged with a few best actress nominations for "Cake," but she was not on the Academy's radar and neither was perennial favorite Amy Adams. Also missing was a nod for Angelina Jolie's directing in "Unbroken." Check out a rundown of some of the major categories and tell us your thoughts!

  • Lil Wayne's Manager Cortez Bryant Talks Cash Money Beef on Instagram

    Lil Wayne's longtime manager Cortez Bryant is the latest Weezy affiliate to speak out about the Cash Money debacle. The rapper aired his issues with the label in December, saying he felt like a prisoner and that Birdman was responsible for delaying "Tha Carter V." Multiple label heads, including Master P of No Limit Forever, have expressed interest in coming to Wayne's aid. Bryant offered his opinion on Instagram recently, "Vibe" notes. Here is what Weezy's manager had to say: "@LilTunechi built Young Money from his dreams to reality. Launched the careers of @Drake @NICKIMINAJ @Tyga not from their talent but from the belief in what he saw that they saw in themselves and put everything in making sure they fulfill their dreams! That's what Young Money is about That's the DNA of the real Lil Wayne Sacrifice himself to want his artist to be better! Wayne carried Cash Money on his back for over 10 years when he could have left and did this on his own The most loyal person I know on earth! He don't deserve the shit he's going through at this point in the game. One thing for sure Two things for certain @mackmaine and myself will not let this dream die WE GOT US! #YOUNG MONEY #sorry4forthewait #freeCV "

  • Master P Talks Possibility of Signing Lil Wayne to No Limit Forever Label [WATCH]

    Lil Wayne and Master P finally linked up on a few tracks, mending a longtime feud between Cash Money Records and the No Limit brand. The rumor mill began turning shortly thereafter that Weezy would be joining P's record label since there has been some problems in the Cash Money realm. Wayne has yet to comment on the speculation, but Master P stopped by "Sway in the Morning" to talk about the possibility. "Anything is possible, but Wayne just making good music. I rapped on his record, he rapped on this 'Power' record, we're gonna build a relationship from there. However it goes, it's all official over here," he said, "Vibe" notes. It is all respect between the No Limit head and Birdman, at least on P's end, and he had nothing but kind words for the Cash Money team. Master P also praised Weezy's business sense. "I'm there for him, if that's what he needs," P said. "But I think he know what he's doing with his situation. He's been in this game a long time, he's one of the best rappers in the world. I just appreciate me and him getting together." Wayne first shared his issues with Cash Money in December, blaming the label and Baby for the constant delays of his upcoming album "Tha Carter V."

  • Young Thug, Rich Homie Quan Share New Track "M.O.M. (Mind On Money)" [LISTEN]

    Atlanta rappers Young Thug and Rich Homie Quan have teamed up once again for a new track titled "M.O.M. (Mind On Money)," which you can check out below. If that title is any indication, the track is about money and how much these two love it (you know, hip-hop stuff). Though Thug and Quan's delivery is typically difficult to digest and inexplicably Autotuned, the beat itself is pretty nice.

  • Master P and Lil Wayne Working Together on 'Power' Track, No Limit Forever and Cash Money Mending Relationship? [LISTEN]

    Master P has big plans for 2015. The No Limit Forever founder released a clip recently where he raps on a new track featuring Lil Wayne titled "Power." Master P plans on including the tune on his upcoming mixtape, AllHipHop notes. The collaboration may serve as a peace treaty of sorts between Master P's No Limit brand and Cash Money, which famously beefed during the 1990s. It could also be a sign of P moving in on Weezy, who has been critical of Birdman and the YMCMB.
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