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Jay-Z Lawsuit: Workers' Comp Case a 'Misunderstanding'

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It appears that Jay-Z's short-lived legal battle with the Workers' Compensation Board of New York is over before it began.

Yesterday (Dec. 29), TMZ reported that Jay was being sued for a whopping $18,000, after failing to pay workers' compensation insurance to cover the employees working at his TriBeCa crib for three months in 2009. According to the lawsuit, after the brief lapse, Jay made the proper payments, re-instituted his coverage plan and the issue was resolved, though the $18,000 debt remained outstanding.

The NY Post reports, however, that the 'Watch the Throne' MC is off the hook today (Dec. 31), and that it was all the work of a clerical error. Though the Workers Comp Board had apparently secured a Supreme Court judgement on Nov. 22, Jay's representatives claim that the payment lapse simply never occurred.

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T.I. Talks New Year's Eve Mixtape, Dr. Dre Collaboration

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Fresh out of jail, with his reality show landing high ratings for VH1, T.I. has some big plans for the new year, beginning with the release party for his New Year's Eve mixtape 'F--- da City Up.'

"For New Year's I'm gonna be waitin' on 'F--- da City Up' to drop. We got a party poppin' off down here in Atlanta, 200 Peachtree. We gonna turn up and it's basically that," T.I. told MTV. "Between the party and the mixtape, that's all I got going. New year, new money. That's that."

The recording sessions for the mixtape, which features Young Jeezy and Dr. Dre, have been been featured in a series of black & white trailers, the most recent of which came out this past Tuesday (Dec. 27), and while the songs have yet to leak, it sounds like some of Tip's best work in years.

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New Year's Eve 2011: Nicki Minaj, Drake + More Performing

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2011 is on its way out the door and tons of music stars have plans to ring in the new year at soirees all over the country. The competition is stiff in the race for the city with the most star power, but New York City, Las Vegas, Miami and Los Angeles are all boasting an impressive roster of big names. According to Rap-Up.com, heavy hitters like Drake, Nicki Minaj, Lupe Fiasco and Chris Brown, among others, are all booked for appearances at some of the biggest New Year's Eve bashes.

Drizzy will take his talents to NBC with a performance on 'New Year's Eve with Carson Daily,' joining The Roots and Cee Lo Green, before heading to Las Vegas for a show the next day. His fellow Young Money family member Tyga is also scheduled to appear in Sin City, toasting the new year at Crown Theater inside the Rio.

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Luke James Admits He Was Once a 'Dirtbag,' Speaks on New EP

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New Orleans-born crooner Luke James belts out high notes beyond compare. Once his smooth vocals are heard, it's hard to deny his power, his presence and the pleasure his sound brings to the senses. For those unfamiliar with his work, his new single, 'I Want You,' is a good indication of his talents. On the song and in the accompanying video, which can be viewed below, the singer-songwriter croons with conviction, telling his lady love she's the only one he desires.

As the solo newcomer -- he was once signed to J Records as a duo -- re-introduces himself to the masses, his new EP, titled '#Luke,' will serve as the first handshake. From the mellow mid-tempo tune 'Soldier' to the transfixing ballad 'Signs of Rain,' the artist, who's signed to lauded producer Danja's New Age Rock Stars imprint via Def Jam, delivers a commendable project.

Uncover the mystery of this southern soul, as he explains his link to Frank Ocean, reveals a new song he has with Estelle and admits his past as a self-proclaimed "dirtbag."

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Lil Wayne 'How to Love': Subway Riders Sing in Video

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Lil Wayne's 'How to Love' was a surprising turn for the rapper who sung his way through the guitar-laden track, showcasing his softer and more emotive side. Now, a group of L.A. subway riders are bringing more life to 'Tha Carter IV' track, which was released in June.

The Love Project, launched by L.A. local advertising agency Muse Communications, created a cultural experiment where those taking part tried to get "to the heart of what love really means" by performing the Young Money CEO's hit song on public transportation.

In a press release issued by Muse Communications chairman and chief creative officer, Jo Muse, she explained The Love Project was created in an effort to explore culture and share it with a broader audience.

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Drake, Dollicia Bryan: Rapper and Model Are Dating

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Drake has a new lady on his arm and her name is Dollicia Bryan. The Toronto native's lyrics -- see 'Underground Kings' off his sophomore LP 'Take Care' -- prove he only cares about two things: "b----es and rapping," and this 27-year-old lady just happens to be one on the voluptuous side.

Dollicia and Drizzy stepped out together for a night out in Hollywood Wednesday (Dec. 28). The 25-year-old MC wasn't trying to keep his date discreet either, as he posted a photo -- for the world to see here -- of the Smooth magazine cover model eating cotton candy during their visit to Saddle Ranch in L.A., where he took part in a karaoke performance with a fan.

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Rihanna, Chris Brown: Twitter Reveals Shocking Messages

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Twitter is revealing some interesting information regarding the love lives of Rihanna and Chris Brown, R&B's once praised couple.

On Dec. 29, both singers sent out tweets replete with sentiments of romance, yet neither directed the messages to a particular person. Though there wasn't an addressee on either Twitter post, it appears the two were subliminally tweeting one another.

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