Though this song seems like it's many years old now, from being ran in the ground, Drake has finally released his Kanye West Directed video to the song, and we must say...well, um, conceptually, the video has nothing to do with the song, but the song is still an awesome one...anyway, you be the judge...

This guy...that's why Michael Jackson had the last laugh in his will-we, personally, wouldn't have left him a used string...We all grieve differently, but this man doesn't seem like he isn't grieving at all...we all reap what we sew...only God can judge him...but we hope that he's at least remorseful for the negative role that he played in MJ's life...sure he helped Michael acquire the fame, but he also tourtured the poor man, too...

LOL...looking like an old permed out character...smh...but, guess it was all in good spirits to keep Michael Jackson's memory alive...this was taken at the Apollo Theater, where they had a celebration for Michael Jackson's life...

Conflicting reports are flying around detailing an investigation into R Kelly by the Illinois police for committing statutory rape due to a relationship with a 17 year old girl. A person close to R Kelly claims that police came to R Kelly’s home looking for evidence that he is in a relationship with the unnamed 17 year old. While the age of consent in Illinois is 17 police are apparently keen to establish that Kelly didn't engage in sexual relations before her 17th birthday. However, Olympia Fields Police Department are denying that there is any investigation into R Kelly. To complicate matters further Det. Michael Mayden is said to have confirmed that an investigation is "ongoing" into R Kelly with authorities planning on questioning R Kelly when he returns from South Africa. Reports also say that a "family friend" of R Kelly is claiming that the investigation is indeed regarding a relationship with a 17 year old girl...

HOWEVER, Grindmodeconnect.com received an e-mail from his publicist at the Jive Record Label, issued from Kelly on last night:

Word has it that Quincy Jones is looking to step up and try to save the Vibe franchise. Quincy sold Vibe in 2006 but he is now said to be looking to buy the ailing company back and concentrate on it's non-print arms, saying, "Print and all that stuff is over, we gotta remember that," Jones said. "The Chicago Tribune, The Seattle Post Intelligencer. The Miami Herald. They’re over the same way as the record business. We have got to get into this century."

We at Grind Mode Magazine, knew this a long time ago, about getting into this century.

In today's Michael Jackson news update there is news on the will that was filed in Los Angeles court and word that a federal investigation is to commence looking at the nature of the singer's death, while elsewhere there are questions over a memorial service for the late pop star.
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The circumstances surrounding Michael Jackson's death have become a federal issue, with the Drug Enforcement Administration asked to help police take a look at the pop star's doctors and possible drug use.
Following Jackson's death, allegations emerged that the 50-year-old King of Pop had been consuming painkillers, sedatives and antidepressants.
The DEA was asked to help the probe by the Los Angeles Police Department, a law enforcement official in Washington told The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because of the sensitivity of the investigation.
The federal agency can provide resources and experience in investigating drug abuse, illicit drug manufacturers known as "pill mills" and substances local police may not be familiar with, the official said Wednesday.
While the investigation into the singer's death deepened, passionate Michael Jackson fans spent another day in an uneasy limbo, awaiting word from the King of Pop's camp about where and when a memorial service might be held for their hero — and if they're even invited.
Speculation about the potential location of a memorial ricocheted during the day from the Staples Center to the Los Angeles Coliseum to the Nokia Theater.
One spot that was ruled out as an immediate memorial venue was Jackson's sprawling Neverland ranch in Santa Barbara County. Jackson family spokesman Ken Sunshine said a public memorial was in the works for Jackson but it wouldn't be held at Neverland.
That came as a blow to many Jackson fans who had already descended on the estate in the rolling hills near Santa Barbara with the hope of attending a public viewing.
"We're terribly disappointed," said Ida Barron, 44, who arrived with her husband Paul Barron, 56, intending to spend several days in a tent.
It appeared more likely that a funeral and burial would take place in Los Angeles, a person familiar with the situation told The Associated Press.
Many of Jackson's die-hard fans refused to believe that the family would bury their most famous son without acknowledging the supporters who helped propel him to superstardom.
"I can't believe they wouldn't do something for his fans," said Rosie Padron, who had roped off a spot just outside the Neverland gates. "Michael loved his fans."
New Yorkers weren't willing to wait. The weekly Amateur Night at the Apollo Theater turned into a Jackson celebration, with impersonators emulating his outfits and mimicking his dance moves.
Allison Hector, who wore a T-shirt with the image of the "Thriller" album cover, ecstatically emulated moves she learned watching Jackson's music videos.
"Nobody moves like him," the 19-year-old said, her eyes filling with tears. "I feel it in my blood — I just can't help it!"
On the legal front, Jackson's 7-year-old will was filed Wednesday in a Los Angeles court, giving his entire estate to a family trust and naming his 79-year-old mother Katherine and his three children as beneficiaries. The will also estimates the current value of his estate at more than $500 million.
Katherine Jackson was appointed the children's guardian, with entertainer Diana Ross, a longtime friend of Michael Jackson, named successor guardian if something happens to his mother. A court will ultimately decide who the children's legal guardian will be.
Jackson's lawyer John Branca and family friend John McClain, a music executive, were named in the will as co-executors of his estate. In a statement, they said the most important element of the will was Jackson's steadfast desire that his mother become the legal guardian for his children.
"As we work to carry out Michael's instructions to safeguard both the future of his children as well as the remarkable legacy he left us as an artist, we ask that all matters involving his estate be handled with the dignity and the respect that Michael and his family deserve," the statement said.
The will doesn't name father Joe Jackson to any position of authority in administering the estate. Also shut out is ex-wife Debbie Rowe, the mother of his two oldest children.
The executors moved quickly to take control of all of Michael Jackson's property, going to court hours after filing the will to challenge a previous ruling that gave Katherine Jackson control of 2,000 items from Neverland.
Paul Gordon Hoffman, an attorney for the executors, told Superior Court Judge Mitchell Beckloff his clients are the proper people to take over Jackson's financial affairs. He called Katherine Jackson's speed in getting limited power over her son's property "a race to the courthouse that is, frankly, improper."
Judge Beckloff urged attorneys from both sides to try to reach a compromise. A hearing on the estate was set for Monday.
The will, dated July 7, 2002, gives the entire estate to the Michael Jackson Family Trust. Details of the trust will not be made public.
Jackson owns a 50 percent stake in the massive Sony-ATV Music Publishing Catalog, which includes music by the Beatles, Bob Dylan, Neil Diamond, Lady Gaga and the Jonas Brothers.
Jackson, who died June 25 at age 50, left behind three children: son Michael Joseph Jr., known as Prince Michael, 12; daughter Paris Michael Katherine, 11; and son Prince Michael II, 7. Rowe was the mother of the two oldest children; the youngest was born to a surrogate mother, who has never been identified.
Rowe, who was married to Jackson in 1996 and filed for divorce three years later, surrendered her parental rights. An appeals court later found that was done in error, and Rowe and Jackson entered an out-of-court settlement in 2006.
Neither Rowe nor her attorneys have indicated whether she intends to seek custody of the two oldest children.

view the will here...http://www.aolcdn.com/tmz_documents/0701_mj_will_wm.pdf

We use the term 'reality losely, as it is hardly reality, but more entertaining than anything...and gives us a chance to see all of the 'stars' of the past, and what they are doing...and at least they aren't on drugs...

Chilli from R&B supergroup TLC, has decided to take the reins of her lackluster romantic situation and launch an all out search for the love of her life in the yet-to-be-titled Chilli Project.  Despite huge success as a recording artist and a mother, Chilli has grown tired of striking out on the romantic front, so she has enlisted the help of Brooklyn relationship expert Tionna Smalls.  Not one to let people take the easy way out, Tionna has promised to give Chilli the challenging emotional workout she needs in order to get over the hurdles that have kept her from having the long-term serious relationship she craves.  The series has been picked up for eight half-hour episodes and is set to premiere in 2010. (The Chilli Project is executive produced by Fremantle Media North America.  Larry Barron, Kevin Williams, Bill Diggins and Chilli are executive producers.  Executive producers for VH1 are Jim Ackerman, Dave Hamilton and Jeff Olde.)

Hey, Usher is free again...maybe she won't need a reality show...

Wow, it is Mariah making fun of Em in her upcoming video, and we must say that she does look like she could pass for a Caucasian rapper...

More flicks below...

Reports are suggesting that Jay-Z shut down Chris Brown's BET performance by threatening to boycott the show himself if Chris was allowed to perform. Jay-Z is also alleged to have said that his wife, Beyonce, would not perform if Chris was allowed to. While Al Sharpton was said to have a hand in the cancellation as well it certainly looks like Jay-Z is still bitter about the Rihanna affair... This has not pleased Chris however with a friend saying, "He’s furious, BET asked him to perform and waited until the last minute to tell him it was off. He’s pretty shocked and outraged right now."

Yeah, we think this was foul, if it's true...NO ONE would have given a tribute to Mike like Chris Brown...he has ALL of his moves in tact, and he did an amazing job on the James Brown Tribute...that's OK, 'cause one of the more mainstream awards show are going to swoop him up...Jay being a business man, knows that this is a business, man...

As she stated...

To you, Michael is an icon," Janet said. "To us, Michael is family. He will forever live in all of hearts.

"On behalf of my family and myself, thank you for all of your love, thank you for all of your support. We miss him so much. Thank you so much." 

Courtesy of DJ Slim...6 Days to cop it!

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