Gucci Mane Loses $270,000 Diamond War

Rapper Gucci Mane just lost a $270,000 battle in court -- after a jewelry company in Georgia sued the rapper for stealing a buttload of diamonds ... and won. A&A Diamonds retained attorney Vivian Uchitel (no relation) to file the lawsuit earlier this year in Henry County, claiming it loaned the rapper a $130,000 diamond pinky ring ... in addition to a diamond necklace and bracelet worth $110,000. According to the lawsuit, Gucci had 15 days to pay for the goods or return them -- and he did neither ... coughing up only $40,000. A&A sued for a total of $274,523.34 -- the $200,000 jewelry balance plus interest and attorneys' fees. Gucci never showed up in court, so a default judgment was entered against the rapper in April. A lien was then placed on the rapper's property. Gucci still hasn't responded to the action. -- The Black Urban Times Is The #1 News Site For the Global Urban Audience. @Futuristicblog

Top 10 Bloggers In Atlanta (Urban)

List of Top 10 Bloggers In Atlanta – Top 10 Atlanta Bloggers (Urban)
Blogger: To write entries in, add material to, or maintain a weblog. In Atlanta, Ga being a blogger means much more then adding content to a blog site. It means access to the who’s who in the movies, music and sports world. When I started HipHopNews24-7.com in 2009 I didn’t know it was so competitive. I noticed bloggers in Atlanta was not willing to help or assist you on your blog. I learned very fast that blogging in Atlanta is a very cut throat but profitable and pleasurable business. A great blogger that works hard in Atlanta may find him or herself on CNN, V-103 or even The Real Housewives Of Atlanta. Instant access to the stars means exclusive content which turns into views and revenue. Atlanta is the largest city in the south and some people calls it the black Hollywood. I moved to Atlanta back in 1995 during the Freaknic era and I’ve been here ever since. Now it’s 2012 and I’m 3 years strong in the blogging game. I learned a lot in the business and consider myself one of the leading bloggers in the city. So now I’m highlighting the top 10 bloggers in Atlanta based on Alexa ranking, longevity, accomplishments, exclusive content, Interviews, viewers and readers. This is my 2012 top 10 Atlanta Bloggers list from my professional experience in the business. Forgive me if I miss your blog site. Step your blogging game up and maybe next year you will make my list. — Futuristic Blogger

ALEXA RANKING AS OF JUNE 1, 2012

1. Sandra Rose -- Sandrarose.com  US: 3,365

2. Michelle Brown –  straightfromthea.com US: 7,659
3. Atl night spot – atlnightspots.com US: 11,045
4. Freddy O — Freddyo.com   US: 16,480
5. Futuristic Blogger — HipHopNews24-7.com  US: 30,923
6. TalkingWithTami — TalkingWithTami.com  US: 32,965
7. Exclusive Access – exclusiveaccess.net  US: 61,737
8. Rahim — rashaentertainment.com US: 91,240
9. Gyant Unplugged – Gyantunplugged.com US: 129,954
10. Dennis Byron – hiphopenquirer.com   US: 209,649 
 
11. Marice Garland  — mauricegarland.com US: 320,865

Lady Geek's Topic of the Day: Cloud Storage

Tales of the Lady Geek

Hello, Lady Geek here with today’s installment of the tales of my technological life. I must admit, it feels good to be back, and I hope you missed me as much as I’ve missed you.  As of this writing, I am enjoying a purely non technical moment in time, relaxing in the “Mom Cave” that my children and husband gifted me with last month in celebration of yet another Geeklet to be. It’s so lovely and bright, freshly painted in different hues of greens and blues with my favorite chair positioned ‘just so’ right next to the shelves full of books, ready for story time or relaxation into another world.

At the well loved desk is my new computer chair, thoughtfully provided by my best friend and on the desk are my precious electronics, ready for my return to the fast paced world of computer repair and support at any given time.  During my hiatus, a truly remarkable thing occurred in the technological world. Google has finally released the long-awaited entry into the cloud storage scene, Google Drive. Add that with Microsoft’s revamped SkyDrive and what we have before us is true competition to my favorite cloud storage program, Dropbox. 

This Lady Geek is nothing if not thorough in her investigation, so without further adieu, my topic of the day.

DMX Not Feeling Drake At All! Interview 2012 (New)

Yasiin Bey - N****s in Poorest

Pusha T - Exodus 23:1 [VIDEO]

Kirko Bangz Performs Drink In My Cup Live from Cameo on South Beach

Headliner Market Group Presents Trey Songz Fabolous Wale Jim Jones Juelz...

XV - Stone Cold (Recipe Freestyle) by XtotheVmusic on SoundCloud - Create, record and share your sounds for free

XV - Stone Cold (Recipe Freestyle) by XtotheVmusic on SoundCloud - Create, record and share your sounds for free:

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Curren$y - A Stoned Immaculate Track By Track

Chloe - 6-4 (Official Music Video)

Young Buck Reviews 50 Cent's Latest Mixtape, Says He Doesn't Have A Problem With Anyone

Around the same time rapper 50 Cent revealed that he hasn’t spoken to G-Unit member Lloyd Banks in several months, a video surfaced featuring former G-Unit member Young Buck giving his thoughts on 50 Cent’s Gangsta Grillz: The Lost Tape mixtape. Despite his turbulent relationship with 50 Cent, Young Buck seemed pleased with the mixtape nodding his head throughout several tracks. The rapper did seem a bit puzzled when he was informed that Lloyd Banks wasn’t featured on the mixtape. While speaking on G-Unit Records artist Kidd Kidd and his tracks featured on the mixtape Young Buck revealed that he doesn’t have a problem with Kidd Kidd or anyone else at G-Unit. “Kidd Kidd alright though. I ain’t never met him though, but I fuck with him. I mean before he even got down with G-Unit. Shit, I ain’t got no problem with dude,” Young Buck explained. “I ain’t got no problem with none of them nigga’s really.” 50 Cent’s Gangsta Grillz: The Lost Tape mixtape was released on May 22nd. -- The Black Urban Times Is The #1 News Site For the Global Urban Audience. @Futuristicblog

Nike Reveals Reptilian Design for Kanye West’s Air Yeezy II Shoes

It’s no secret that Kanye West loves to be fashionably relevant. From setting clothing trends worldwide, to partaking in Fashion Week events in Paris, France, West has embraced the fashion world with open arms. His “kicks” game is apparently no exception, as Nike revealed the intricate design for his Air Yeezy II shoes, seeking to blend classic Nike court breakthroughs with the performance and aesthetic demand of West himself. The shoes feature skived anaconda-textured, leather quarter panels, complimented with a debossed Vac-Tech Nike Swoosh. The molded rear is sculpted with a reptilian inspired spike, while an engineered strap with scaled down spikes was developed to offer a greater sense of symmetry and lock down. Nike sought to celebrate the iconic Nike cross-training silhouettes, with the addition of the molded forefoot strap. -- The Black Urban Times Is The #1 News Site For the Global Urban Audience. @Futuristicblog

A Special Message from the Lady Geek

Greetings dear readers and happy Memorial Day! It has been quite a while since last I blogged about the wonderful and exciting world of Technology and I am glad to say that I’m back, hello and I missed you all. There is an official ‘Tales of the Lady Geek” article here, but right now, I’d like to share the reason I’ve been gone for so long. On February 20th I lost my fifty five year old father to complications associated with Sickle Cell Anemia. After fighting his disease well past the doctor’s life expectancy of twenty years my dad was able to participate in my siblings’ and my lives as well as witness and love his four grandchildren before his time on earth ended. That is the way life is supposed to go, isn’t it? You’re born, you grow, you have first loves, marriages, children, grandchildren, and when your time comes, you’ve lived a hopefully full and marvelous life and are ready for the next stage.

SNAPPED: Julie English Charged in Death of N.C. Boyfriend

Julie English

By Alicia Cruz
The Black Urban Times

A North Carolina woman snapped after her boyfriend allegedly assaulted her during a lover's spat.

Julie English, of Supply, N.C., is cooling her heels in the County jail in lieu of a $100,000 bond after Brunswick County Sheriff's deputies say they discovered her boyfriend, Michael Anthony Pate dead underneath a vehicle English was driving.

West Orange Doctor Cops Guilty Plea in 'Payment-For-Patients' Scheme

By Alicia Cruz

The Black Urban Times

A West Orange physician doctor pleaded guilty last week to one count of violating the federal health care program anti-kickback statute. The doctor, Dov Rand, admitted to taking part in the payment-for-patients scheme that began in 2010.

Rand, whose practice was located in the 600 block of Eagle Rock Avenue, referred patients to the Orange Community MRI, LLC on Henry Street in Orange, New Jersey in exchange for cash. On at least one occasion, the government said the doctor received $920 for the referrals he made.

NYPD Make Arrest in Murder of Airman; No Suspects in Harlem Slashing

By Alicia Cruz
The Black Urban Times

An unrelated shooting death and slashing have kept the New York City Police Department busy this Memorial Day weekend.

Investigators have no suspects in the slashing of a teenage boy in Harlem Sunday night, but an 18-year-old Bronx man is in custody for the shooting death of Fabian Gonzalez, an Air Force veteran attending Fleet Week in Manhattan.

Tropical Storm Beryl Leaves Thousands Without Power in Parts of Fla., Ga.

Thousands remain without power as Tropical Storm Beryl made it's way along the Florida and Georgia coastlines Monday. The storm has dumped more than three inches of rain in parts of the Sunshine and Peach States. Forecasters expect Beryl to arrive along the North Carolina coast by Wednesday. Read more

Prez Obama: 'We Must Strive to be a Nation Worthy of Veterans Sacrifices'

Following the traditional laying of the wreath at the Tomb of the Unknowns, President Obama addressed a crowd of spectators saying the country must strive to be a nation worthy of the sacrifice millions of men and women have made in order to serve their country.

Obama noted that while the war in Iraq is coming to an end, the "pain of war lingers" for the families who've lost loved ones on the battlefield. Read more at the NYPOST

Video Footage of Memorial Day Honors in Eastern North Carolina (WCTI TV 12)

Pepsi MAX & Kyrie Irving Present: "Uncle Drew"

Big Boi Gives New Title For Next Album

Seems like Antwan had a change of heart with the title of his next album. He took to his Twitter to reveal its recent recorded track and the project’s new title, Vicious Lies, Dangerous Rumors. No Lie. -- The Black Urban Times Is The #1 News Site For the Global Urban Audience. @Futuristicblog

Travis Porter Talk Debut Album "From Day 1," Performing For All Crowd Sizes and Future Moves

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Thoughts on George Lucas' film: Red Tails.

By Andreia Solomon Burke

Stafford H. Burns III, the great nephew 

of Col. A.J Bullard (played by Terrence Howard)

Today, in London's Leicester sq was the UK screening of: Red Tails, George Lucas' twenty-three year vision of  making a film about the Tuskegee airmen. The film is about the first squadron of African American pilots trained in the US military.who served in World War II in Italy. Lucas selected a brilliant cast of actors to portray the unsung heroes who fought in Berlin against the Germans in 1944. Cuba Gooding Jr as: Major Emanuel Stance | Terrence Howard as: Col. A.J. Bullard | Nate Parker as the whiskey drinking: Marty "Easy" Julian and Neyo, who played a satisfactory role as: Andrew "Smokey" Salem just to name a few.

I'm the new UK editor for The Black Urban Times.

Hello to all of our, Black Urban Times readers. My name is Andreia Solomon Burke and I'm pleased to share with you I've just been named  the new UK editor for: The Black Urban Times. I'm thrilled to now be able to connect the UK and US with all the latest events and news.

I'm also an author with: Black Urban Books who published my first novel, Relay-tionships and will publish my second novel this summer. I look forward to being your overseas link.

Happy Reading,

Andreia Solomon Burke

Go after Jeremiah Wright..that makes Joseph Smith fair game by Ziti

So the Republicans want to go after Rev. Wright, so let's go after Joseph Smith right? I mean its all fair..its all good. Mormons. Who do they believe in? This is the white shirt wearing, backpack carrying elephant in the room. Its funny how Mitt Romney thinks that this is off limits..its funny how he ignores his religion.

50 Cent To Drop New Album July 3 Regardless Of Label Support

50 Cent’s anticipated mixtape is here, but 50 Cent has already proclaimed that his next album will drop on July 3, no matter what the conditions are surrounding the project. “There’s a lot more business involved [in putting out an album] than the general public is aware of. And that part causes the actual delay with [Interscope]. I’m releasing my album July 3rd, whether is has commercial promotions or not,” he told AllHipHop exclusively. “My birthday is July 6 and I planned for it. And I’m doing everything that I planned to do regardless if its huge airplay or not. I could care less, I’m putting the record out.” The untitled album has been in the works for a number of months and is reportedly finished at press time. Another project, Black Magic, was almost the fifth album from 50, but he scraped the entire project. Since his debut, Get Rich Or Die Trying, all of 50′s albums have been released via Interscope. -- The Black Urban Times Is The #1 News Site For the Global Urban Audience. @Futuristicblog

2 Chainz Released From Police Custody After Mistakenly Arrested

Rapper 2 Chainz celebrated being released from custody after officials at LaGuardia Airport in New York mistakenly thought his gold 4-fingered ring were brass knuckles. The rapper expressed his exuberance on Twitter. “RALEIGH, NC we on da wayyyyy!!! TurnUPPP,” he said via the social network.” 2 Chainz was en route to Raleigh to join Drake and Meek Mill for the Club Paradise. He also posted a picture of himself boarding a private jet from Instagram (seen below). The rapper also spoke to his detractors who expressed joy that he was temporaroily locked up. “Sorry to alll the negative people who wanted me out the way…kant let u have the game bak that ez…” -- The Black Urban Times Is The #1 News Site For the Global Urban Audience. @Futuristicblog

Kanye West, Beyonce and Jay-Z Lead Nominees For 2012 BET Awards; Samuel L. Jackson To Host

Earlier today (May 22) at the BET Studios in New York City, Stephen Hill, President of BET’s Music Programming and Specials, was on hand to announce the 2012 BET Awards show’s nominees, recipient of the “Cadillac Lifetime Achievement Award,” and host for the awards, to take place on July 1 at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, California. After a number of comedians were tasked with hosting the awards show in years past, and for 2012 BET has given host duties to the highest grossing actor of all time, Samuel L. Jackson. “We are massively excited about having Sam Jackson host the BET Awards,” Hill exclaimed. “His wit, presence, and gigantic personality are the perfect match for our show.” Hill also revealed that, alongside a panel that included 2012 BET Awards nominees like A$AP Rocky, Big Sean, Melanie Fiona, DJ Khaled, Diggy Simmons, Astro, and Mindless Behavior, Chris Brown and Nicki Minaj would be performing at this year’s show. He promised that more announcements regarding performers would be made in the near future. -- The Black Urban Times Is The #1 News Site For the Global Urban Audience. @Futuristicblog

Tuskegee Airman Dr. Roscoe Brown Recounts His Real-Life “Red Tails” Saga; Film On DVD Today

Dr. Roscoe Brown served as one of the Tuskegee Airmen during World War II. As squadron commander of the 100th Fighter Squadron of the 332nd Fighter Group, Brown flew 68 long-range missions from August of 1944 to March of 1945. For his service, he received the Distinguished Flying Cross. In 2007, the Tuskegee Airmen were collectively awarded the Congressional Gold Medal by President George W. Bush. The experiences of the Tuskegee Airmen are highlighted in Red Tails, a film produced by George Lucas [theatrical release date: January 20, 2012]. The film was directed by Anthony Hemingway and based upon a screenplay crafted by John Ridley and Aaron McGruder. -- The Black Urban Times Is The #1 News Site For the Global Urban Audience. @Futuristicblog

Will Smith Brings Back the Classic Fresh Prince of Bel-Air Theme Song Rap

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Ludacris Announces First Single "Jinglin" Off Of His Upcoming Album, Ludaversal

Ludacris is ready to rattle your speakers once again. The Atlanta rapper is set to release “Jinglin’” as the first single off his upcoming album Ludaversal, the follow-up to 2010’s Battle of the Sexes. The bass-heavy banger was produced by hitmaking duo Da Internz (“Birthday Cake,” “Dance (A$$)”). “This Ludaversal album is a statement,” said Da Internz’ Tuo, while Kosine added, “This album is crazy. We’re just happy to have a bunch of joints on there. We got a record that I think Chicago’s gonna be real happy when they hear it ’cause it’s like the Chicago sound, a little bit of that juke thang. And then of course we got some of that hood, that ‘A$$’ bass that you love. Da Internz swag is definitely on there.” Look for the song to hit iTunes by the end of this month. -- The Black Urban Times Is The #1 News Site For the Global Urban Audience. @Futuristicblog

The Real Reason Pastor Mase Returns to Hip Hop!!

Futuristic Blogger Goes To Pastor Mase Church In Search Of Answers. On May 20, 2012 Pastor Mase Officially returns to Hip Hop with his new single called “What You Do” But why is Mase rapping again?? There is a bigger reason other then the love of Hip Hop. Wait until you see The Real Reason Pastor Mase Returns to Hip Hop -- The Black Urban Times Is The #1 News Site For the Global Urban Audience. @Futuristicblog

Machine Gun Kelly presents KellyVision II: "We're Back!" [Video]

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Facebook Shares Dive - The Daily Beast

Facebook Shares Dive - The Daily Beast:

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Dharun Ravi, Webcam Peep, Gets 30-Day Jail Sentence [Update: Prosecutors Appeal]

Dharun Ravi, Webcam Peep, Gets 30-Day Jail Sentence [Update: Prosecutors Appeal]:

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Whitney Houston feat. Jordin Sparks - Celebrate

American Idol Finalists some..now homeless?!

Check out the story of Sanjaya and others!! Idol isn't all glitz and glamour after you walk off as the winner

Will Smith Slaps Reporter! - HipHollywood.com

Drake Reveals Doubts About Making Hip Hop In His 30s

Much like Eminem and Lil Wayne before him, Drake has misgivings about rapping into his later years. And though Shady, who turns 40 in October of this year, has yet to hang up the mic, Drizzy sounds fairly certain that he will exit the Hip Hop game earlier than some of his fellow emcees. In an interview with i-D Magazine, the Young Money emcee addressed the matter without putting an expiration date on anything. The topic came out of a discussion about balancing relationships and making music. "I personally think that when I find that person and when it is established that we're gonna enter a serious relationship-I mean I don't even know if I'll still be making Rap music. I don't know how long I necessarily want to make Rap music for."

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 @Futuristicblog

Meek Mill “Club Paradise” Tour Vlog #2

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Nipsey Hussle | Up Close Documentary: Europe 2012

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