German Rapper Deso Dogg declared International ISIS Terrorist

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If you peep his video which I posted below, he will remind you sort of the German Islamic version of DMX. They really don’t know if this guy is dead or alive so this might be just more propaganda connecting hip hop to terrorism which has been going on the last few years and ignored by the hip hop press pretty much.

via NBC

MAINZ, Germany — A former German rapper known as “Deso Dogg” has been declared an international terrorist over alleged ties to ISIS and added to the U.S. terror blacklist.

According to the State Department, 39-year-old Denis Cuspert — who now goes by the name Abu Talha al-Almani — joined the group now known as ISIS in 2012, has pledged allegiance to its leader and appeared in numerous videos on behalf of the terror organization. In the most recent video, which was released in November, Cuspert “appears holding a severed head he claims belongs to a man executed for opposing” ISIS, the State Department said in a statement.

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[video] Swizz Beatz Talks Attending Harvard Business School

Vlad TV links with the Monsta to talk about his ongoing experience in Harvard.

Swizz Beatz opens up about his decision to take a break from music so he could go to Harvard University Business School. He explains that after having a hand in changing billion dollar companies, it was time to go to college and learn the real language of business.
He admits that his classmates didn’t recognize him as an artist until his wife, Alicia Keys, came in one day toward the end of class. Swizz adds that he was already cool with everyone in his class, so he wasn’t treated any differently.

[video] Hot 97 Realness: This DMX vs. George Zimmerman Fight CAN NOT Happen

After hearing the shocking and disturbing news that George Zimmerman is an actual celebrity and is going to have a so-called celebrity boxing match , news broke that The Game stepped up to the plate and was quickly dismissed by the promoters. Various reports then came out that Zimmerman wanted to fight Kanye West because of him constantly attacking the paparazzi who he deemed innocent and defenseless. Now we have confirmed that DMX will step in the ring to fight Zimmerman. This is bad on all fronts and Hot 97’s The Realness morning segment declares why this fight  CAN NOT HAPPEN.

[video] DMX looks for HELP on DR. Phil


This guy went from multi-platinum rap superstar to being a ratings juggernaunt reality show train wreck. My have the mighty have fallen. Check him out on his second Harpo produced (Oprah’s television production company) talk show appearance after the debacle that was Iyanla’s Fix My Life first try at helping DMX. I guess he will be on Dr. Oz next.

[video] DMX Plays B-Ball with Disabled Veterans

I am liking the route that DMX is taking with him re-shaping his image and career after having multiple arrests and serving time short stints in jail over the last few years. The stuff he is doing seems to be from the heart and not for photo-ops. Kinda the opposite of T.I’s recent media blitz where he seems to be campaigning for the public’s good graces instead of showing that he has changed. Time for Tip to take a page out of what DMX is doing and stop running on these talk shows and just show he has leaned lessons.
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DMX is continuing to clean up his image (just not literally this time) as a concert in Texas turned into a visit to injured soldiers.
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Rapper DMX placed in Mental Ward Unit

Man I was really pulling for DMX, it’s sad that he cannot escape his demons of drug use. He was at the top of the rap world, and was making major strides in Hollywood. Right now he just needs to concentrate on getting better and forget entertainment until he has fully conquered his drug use.

via MY FOX Phoenix

PHOENIX – He was sentenced to a year in jail for violating his probation, and now rapper DMX is staying in a mental health unit.

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Huh? Sheriff Joe Arpaio will make inmates pedal bikes to power TVs

This is the blowhard that Lil Wayne will be dealing with in about 10 months.

via AZ Central

Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio announced a new program where inmates have to pedal on exercise bicycles to watch television.

Inmates will pedal on a bike that generates 12 volts, enough electrical current to power a 19-inch tube television at the Tent City television viewing area. One hour of pedaling equals one hour of television watching.

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DMX arrested again in Arizona: TMZ

I was rooting for X heavy, but it seems that his addiction is stronger than he is. I thought he was leaving Arizona alone where they obviously have a vendetta against him. More info from TMZ below:

via TMZ

DMX was arrested earlier today in Arizona — and now his lawyer is reaching out to the one man who he believes can save him … Dr. Drew Pinsky.

The details of the arrest are unclear — but the rapper’s lawyer Gary Jenkins tells us “He’s been battling addiction for some time and he’s in need of treatment.”

Jenkins also tells us, “We’re hoping that maybe Dr. Drew might be able to help him.”

DMX — aka Earl Simmons — was arrested a bazillion times over the last two years for all sorts of reasons … including drug charges.

Jenkins added, “He’s a talented man … we’re praying for him.”

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The ‘Dog’ DMX Barks @ VIBE…confirms new project is on the way

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It’s the No. 10 seed no one saw coming. Nearly three years since his last album, Year of the Dog… Again (Ruff Ryders/Def Jam, 2006), and just one month since being released from an Arizona jail stemming from a series of arrests for drug possession, animal cruelty, and identity theft, DMX is still going strong in VIBE Presents The Best Rapper Ever, going up against Bracket 1’s No. 3 seed, Snoop Dogg, in Round 4’s battle of the Dogs.

To date, the man born Earl Simmons has already knocked off The Game, 50 Cent, and LL Cool J, not a bad run for a troubled superstar who’s spent much of the past five years making more headlines for his brushes with the law than his signature multiplatinum growl on the mic. But with news of a new album on the way (at Hot 97’s Summer Jam this past weekend in New York, producer and longtime collaborator Swizz Beatz promised the Dog’s return in 2010), and the threat of more jail time avoided for now (earlier this month he was given 18 months of supervised probation plus fines for assaulting a Phoenix corrections officer), the unpredictable rapper tells VIBE in this exclusive interview that he’s ready to re-enter the game.

VIBE: It’s been nearly three years since you released your last studio album. During that time you have been involved with a series of legal problems and did jail time. What ran through your mind when you heard that you made it to the sweet 16 bracket of VIBE’s Best Rapper Ever tournament with other hip hop giants like Nas, Rakim, Jay-Z, The Notorious B.I.G., Andre 3000 and 2pac?

DMX: It’s a blessing, man. It lets me know that [all of my work] paid off.

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Charges Dropped in DMX Case x Remix verse for “Who’s Real”

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via HipHopDX

DMX has finally gotten some reprieve from his legal troubles as assault charges were dropped against him yesterday (June 8) morning.

X had been charged with felony attempted aggravated assault for an altercation with a Tent City Jail guard, according to AllHipHop.com. The rapper was serving 90 days for animal cruelty and fraud charges.

The assault charges were dropped after X pleaded guilty, and received no further reprimand for the transgression, save 18 months of supervised probation.

DMX is standing on the corner eating a hot dog at the court house in Phoenix and is now a free man,” said a representative for the rapper. “He is happy to be free and ready to begin his new life.

Editor’s Note: In related news, X dropped his highly anticipated verse to “WHO’S REAL” giving a brief indication that the DOG may be back!!

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DMX Released From Prison, Faces Assault Charges In Court Next Week, Says Rep

via XXL

XXLMag.com has learned that DMX has been released from Tent City Jail in Arizona.dmx-news

X’s publicist Pam Pinnock told XXL that the troubled rapper was freed yesterday and is currently out on bail after serving three months behind bars for drug, theft and animal cruelty charges. Although he has served his time for his problems before entering the facility, the Yonkers MC is not out of the weeds yet in regards to the charges he picked up once in the system. Pinnock says X is scheduled for a May 19 court date stemming from an assault case on a jail officer. The rapper has publicly denied the incident.

DMX, who is currently signed to indie label Bulldog Records, is working on a new rap album with fellow Ruff Ryder Swizz Beatz. His rep tells interested parties that X is presently available for guest appearances.

Stay tuned to XXL as more details become available.

UPDATE: Reports of DMX Appearing on Celebrity Rehab FALSE

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via HipHopPress

Publicist for Rapper/Actor DMX released this statement today:

“Several media outlets have reported that my client Earl Simmons, aka DMX has signed on to appear in VH1’s Celebrity Rehab Reality Show. These reports are false and Mr. Simmons has not greed to appear in any reality show.  Mr. Simmon’s is currently serving a 90 day jail sentence at Tent City Jail in Arizona . He has expressed great appreciation to the overwhelming amount of support he has received from his fans during this difficult time. He would like his fans to know that he is taking this time to focus on his personal as well as spiritual growth, and is looking forward to being released soon.

DMX To Star In Celebrity Rehab 3

 

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via XXL

Add DMX to the list of troubled celebrities to star in VH1 reality series.

Perez Hilton reports that the Dark Man X is set to star in the third installment of the Dr. Drew-produced Celebrity Rehab series. Bob Forrest, CR’s drug counselor, has confirmed X’s participation on the show. No other cast members have been revealed as of press time.

X has a long substance abuse history. The rapper is presently serving a 90-day jail sentence for drug possession, theft and animal cruelty.

DMX Assaults Guard, Could Face 8 yrs. in Prison

via FoxPhoenix

Rapper DMX is serving time in the valley and we’re now learning that he may spend a lot more time behind bars!dmx

DMX, also known as Earl Simmons, may be charged with felony aggravated assault.

He’s serving a 90 day sentence for several charges and was placed in lock down earlier this month.

FOX 10 has learned that while in lock down, Simmons apparently assaulted a Sheriff’s detention officer.

If convicted of these new charges, his probation could be revoked and he could be sentenced to 8 years in prison.

DMX Sentenced to Three Months in Jail

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An Arizona judge today (January 30) sentenced DMX to 90 days in prison and 18 months supervised probation for various felony charges including drug possession, identity theft and animal cruelty.

According to The Arizona Republic, DMX (born Earl Simmons) appeared in the smiling Friday but later complained that he had severe pain in his knees and feet. The rapper said he thought he was suffering from gout.

“I’m not sentencing DMX today, I’m sentencing Earl Simmons. I don’t know DMX,” said Judge Phemonia Miller. ”Mr. Simmons, it’s time to do something different. What you have been doing is not working.”

Over the past three years, DMX has had numerous brushes with Arizona police. The Yonkers bred rapper picked up the drug and animal cruelty charges after malnourished pit bulls and marijuana were found in his Arizona home during a raid in May 2007.

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FOX 10 Exclusive: John Hook talks with DMX

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Description: DMX is one of the most successful rap artists of all time, he’s made millions of dollars and sold 22 million records. But the only record anyone seems to be hearing about these days is his police record. FOX 10’s John Hook sat down with ‘X’, aka Earl Simmons, to talk about his time here in Arizona and what’s next for the troubled artist.Date added:

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DMX Loses Arizona House

No big deal. That house was a nothing but a problem and he needs a fresh start when he gets out. So please fellow bloggers stop posting the mugshots we have did it enough last year.

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DMX’s Arizona home is reportedly under foreclosure and has been put up for sale by a local bank.

The realtor selling DMX’s home, Andrew Wheeler, revealed to AZFamily today (January 2) that the home was left unprotected and in shambles after it was raided for the second time by authorities in May 2008.

Wheeler divulged that the house’s doors and windows were blown during the raid and it made it easy for thieves to enter the house.

Wheeler claims various items were stolen including DMX’s quads.

“I think people showed up, walked into the house and took what they wanted,” Wheeler said.

The Arizona home appeared in DMX’s reality show which aired on BET in 2006. The Yonkers bred rapper paid $600,000 for the house in 2003 and the bank has put it up for sale for 429,000.

DMX is currently in an Arizona jail awaiting sentencing on charges of animal cruelty, identity theft and drug possession. The rapper plead guilty to the charges last week and is expected to serve at least 90 days behind bars.

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DMX Pleads Guilty To Multiple Charges In Arizona

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DMX‘s legal woes in Arizona finally came to a close Tuesday morning (December 30), as the rapper entered into an agreement that will allow a number of charges to be dropped against him.

In return, the former Ruff Ryders star (known legally as Earl Simmons) formally pleaded guilty to four lesser counts on cases of animal cruelty, drug possession and theft. He’s scheduled to be sentenced in Maricopa County Superior Court on January 30.

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[explicit] DMX Sh*ts on Groupies, Well Vice Versa

WARNING: Remember that skit on Life After Death, where BIG recalls the scandalous requests groupies make? Well, Darkman X had some similar experiences he would like to share.  This sh*t is graphic, no pun intended.

Complex: Have you ever been with a groupie?

DMX: Is that a serious question? With as many baby mothers as I got, what do you think? What is a groupie? What do you call a groupie?

Complex: The girls that hang around after a big show or concert.

DMX: Yeah, that’s everywhere though. It’s notorious, if I go to the mall, you know, it’s like—outside, you know? Anywhere.

Complex: Well, where there any memorable ones?

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Tax Man Wants Swizzy to Pay Up

Source : The Life Files

It seems that stories like this are definitely the norm with news of tax problems with multi-millionaire Joe Francis(Girls Gone Wild) and Wesley Snipes having used the same attorneys to deal with there tax evasion cases.

Why is it that celebs have such trouble paying taxes? They also have the worst record with picking reputable and honest accountants or are all of them corrupt anyway.

Well mega producer Swizz Beatz has been added to the list and owes a bunch of money to the wrong people.

via TMZ

The IRS records show there’s a tax lien of $842,644.52 against Swizz (real name Kasseem Dean) and his estranged wife, Mashonda. By comparison, former NFL legend Bernie Kosar owes $228K, and Mini-Me has a $300K lien.

We put in a call to Violator Management, but haven’t heard back yet.

Rappin’ DMX Pleads Not Guilty, Promos New Album…

Our dear brother DMX has really taken his act to new lows.

Cooning for the cameras has never been his forte but if news reports are true about his latest court appearance things are in an unstoppable decline for the once unstoppable rapper. He definetly needs a serious intervention and how he manages to continuously slip through the legal system is amazing. More below:

In this Saturday, July 19, 2008 booking photo provided by the Maricopa County Sheriff\'s Office, rapper DMX, whose real name is Earl Simmons, is shown. The 37-year-old was arrested at a Phoenix mall Saturday on suspicion that he gave a gave a false name and Social Security number to a hospital to get out of paying for medical expenses. (AP Photo/Maricopa County Sheriff\'s Office) .

In this Saturday, July 19, 2008 booking photo provided by the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office, rapper DMX, whose real name is Earl Simmons, is shown. The 37-year-old was arrested at a Phoenix mall Saturday on suspicion that he gave a gave a false name and Social Security number to a hospital to get out of paying for medical expenses. (AP Photo/Maricopa County Sheriff's Office) .

via Breitbart

PHOENIX (AP) – DMX rapped for reporters outside a Phoenix courtroom after pleading not guilty to felony charges of theft and identity theft.

Then he plugged his new album.

Authorities allege the 37-year-old rapper gave the name “Troy Jones” and an incorrect Social Security number to a Scottsdale hospital in April to avoid paying $7,500 in medical expenses.

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DMX Goes For Arrest World Record, Identity Theft is Latest…

Now why on earth would Earl Simmons want to be anybody but himself these days?
And who does he think he is fooling when everyone knows who the f*ck DMX is, by way of his mugshot being posted on a million blogs every time he is arrested.

via Yahoo

AP Photo: This undated file mugshot provided by the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office shows rapper DMX,.

PHOENIX – Rapper DMX has been arrested at a Phoenix mall on a felony charge of taking the identity of another.Phoenix police Sgt. Andy Hill did not have details of the charge, as it stemmed from a Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office case.

The sheriff’s office did not immediately return a request for comment.

Hill says DMX, whose real name is Earl Simmons, was being taken Saturday for booking into the Maricopa County jail.

The musician/actor has had a recent string of run-ins with the law, including an arrest at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport earlier this month on outstanding warrants after he failed to appear in court.

The week before, he was arrested in Miami on charges of attempting to purchase cocaine and marijuana.

DMX Pleads Not Guilty To Drug and Animal Charges

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DMX has plead not guilty to recent drug and animal cruelty charges he was charged with last week. X is definetly walking on a thin line and better watch his activities before he finds himself doing some hard time. MTV has the scoop on his court apperance.

DMX has a well-established reputation for showing up late, or not at all, for shows and interviews. But on Thursday, the gravelly voiced rapper was tardy to the one place you never want to be: court. Dressed in a baggy white T-shirt and “dingy” jeans, DMX (born Earl Simmons), walked into the Maricopa County Superior Court in Phoenix an hour late for an arraignment on four felony drug charges and seven misdemeanor animal-cruelty charges, according to the Arizona Republic.

He entered a plea of not guilty on all 11 charges, which stem from an early-morning May 9 raid on his Arizona home by Maricopa County Sheriff’s deputies. The raid came seven months after the sheriff’s office launched an investigation into allegations that the rapper was neglecting 12 pit bulls on the property, some of whom were reportedly dehydrated and apparently underfed. The bodies of three dogs were found buried in the backyard. He is charged with two counts of marijuana possession and two for drug paraphernalia based on evidence the police reportedly found in the rapper’s home.

The Republic reported that DMX had no comment for the press, but when asked how he was dealing with the allegations, the rapper — who has said he’s working on both a secular and gospel album — replied, “Prayer.” He described his present situation as “not very pleasant.”
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DMX Bagged Again, Barricades Self in Bedroom..

Source: CNN

 Rapper DMX was arrested Friday on drug and animal cruelty charges after attempting to barricade himself inside his Arizona home, sheriffs deputies said.

DMX born Earl Simmons is probably having his worst week ever. After being arrested earlier this week for breaking the sound barrier at 114 mph on a Arizona highway, his home gets raided by authorities and he is arrested again for misademeanor animal cruelty and felony drug charges.
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According to sheriff’s deputies, five pit bull mix puppies were taken from the rapper’s home by an animal control unit and will be taken to to a jail where they will be cared for by female inmates.

After a search warrant was served about 3 a.m. Friday, officials said, deputies found weapons and drugs, leading to the drug charges.

They said the rapper — who rose to fame in the 1990s with a string of platinum records and movie appearances — attempted to barricade himself in his bedroom but eventually came out, offered no further resistance and was booked into jail.

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