People always try to bring a good man down.  T.I. is being sued for trademark infringement over the name of his Akoo clothing line. A company called Akoo International is claiming it has been around longer than the King Of The South’s clothing line. Akoo is a Chicago-based social music television network that was founded in 2001 — the same year T.I. released his debut album, “I’m Serious.” Akoo, the media company, filed their complaint against T.I. in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois. The company’s CEO, Niko Drakoulis, says, “Akoo has been recognized as a leading social TV platform for connecting brand advertisers with millions of our engaged viewers. Our primary obligation and goal is to to prevent confusion among our customers.”

Akoo International also took action recently to defend their trademark when an Akoo clothing billboard caused controversy in Newark, New Jersey. The billboard in question resides at one of Newark’s busiest intersections and features a woman on her knees in front of a man whose jeans are unzipped. Residents complained that the billboard was offensive. T.I. is currently completing a prison sentence in home confinement under the supervision of the U.S. Bureau of Prisons. His is scheduled to be released on March 26th.

I have to say I miss my homie Tiny since her boo got out  she been missing.. But I guess when you dont see someone, they are working hard… Tiny Recently open  her nail salon and is currently back in the studio working on a new album that is said to be coming out this fall… I cant wait to hear it.. Tameka  ”Tiny” Cottle recently had a photoshoot with celebrity fashion photographer Robert Ector!

I know you are wondering what the hell type of shoes she is wearing, they are Roberto Cavalli and they cost a pretty penny… Tip, she knows how to break the bank… WOW her shoes almost cost more than my car..  Shot out to TamekaTinyCottleOnline.com

Check out the pics and here are the credits!

For the past 4 years since TI and his uncle Derrick have owned club crucial they have worked hard to give back to the community in what ever way they can… This year Tip couldn’t come out but he did send his love and support by teaming up with his uncle to purchase over 500 bikes, wagons and scooters to give away to the Kids of Bankhead…

I had only one problem with the event….It was upsetting to see the people yelling at Tip’s uncle Derrick and his staff because they couldn’t get the  bike they wanted, but instead got a scooter or wagon. I think sometimes people have to remember when someone is giving things from their heart you should always just be thankful take it, smile, and say thank you. Or just take it to the pawnshop get the money and go buy what you want… 4real!!!

Big ups to Tip his Uncle D and Aunt Trish Love Yall.

Check out the pics below…

 Jay-Z has yet another title to add to his trophy case which I have to say he should get the to award cause he has put in work but the rest of them and their number placement is some bull. MTV has been counting down its list of the best rappers in the hip-hop game, and on Monday they named Jay-Z number one. MTV’s crew of hip-hop writers based their countdown on an artist’s current success, not their career achievements. They also factored in criteria like rhyme skill, sales, airplay and endorsements. Jay-Z has been at the top of the rap game for the past few months, thanks to his latest album, “The Blueprint Three.” The record dropped on September 8th, and debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart after selling 476-thousand copies in its first week out. “The Blueprint Three” has also spawned the hit singles “D.O.A.,” “Run This Town,” and “Empire State of Mind.”

MTV’s Shaheem Reid discussed “Hov’s” greatness writing, quote, “Jay-Z continues to add luster to his legacy with time-transcending music, multiple successful business ventures and his dominant influence over the game.” Following Jay-Z on MTV’s list is New Orleans emcee Lil Wayne. Up and coming Canadian rap star Drake was named number three, while controversial rap star Kanye West checks in at number four. Miami emcee Rick Ross rounds out the list’s top five. Where the hell is Tip, and Luda why are they not either 2 ,3, and 4, that’s some bull… Not trying to hate on drake but why the hell did they put him so high on the list, what the hell has he really done….. Looks like this list and MTV is on some bull…. 

Here is MTV’s list of the top ten emcees in the rap game:

1. Jay-Z

2. Lil Wayne

3. Drake

4. Kanye West

5. Rick Ross

6. Gucci Mane

7. Young Jeezy

8. Fabolous

9. 50 Cent

10. Raekwon

Where is Tip & Luda’s Name & Why are They Not On The List 

TI and Chris Brown New movie is about to come out … The film which is  directed by John Luessenhop, revolves around a notorious group of criminals who continue to baffle police by pulling off perfectly executed bank robberies. They are in and out like clockwork, leaving no evidence behind and laying low in between heists. But when they attempt to pull off one last job with more money at stake than ever before, the crew may find their plans interrupted by a hardened detective who is hell-bent on solving the case.

Over the weekend all of Bankhead’s little ones came to Club Crucial, to get all the crucial supplies thats needed for school this year… With A little over 500 children that showed up, I have to say that I was so moved by all the giving… I have to give TI, Club Crucial, and Shawty Lo, a big shot-out for all the work they do in giving back to the community…

Tiny and Her Best Friends 

I would have gotten more shots but you know how people do when they trying to be like you… 

In the Past 2 years I have watched the  man known as T.I. become one of the worlds biggest celebrities and have to say that once you get to know him, he is one of the most kind hearted fathers that you will ever meet. The internet was flooded with Rumores that,  Rihanna was sending T. I.  Flirty text messages. This is what some sites reported:

“Rumor has it that she was trying to do the nasty with rapper T.I. before he went to jail…ewww call that something!”

“Star Magazine claims that the pop singer has ’man problems” and she just can’t get enough of herself. She was sending him flirty text messages and when Tiny, his girlfriend, saw them she got heated and told Rihanna to back off!”  (source)

I spoke with Tiny today, she told me that all the rumors about Rihanna sending T.I. flirty text messages were all untrue. She said:

“ Rihanna has never disrespected me or Tip, I have nothing but love for her, she is a friends and all that talk about texting is untrue.  She also told me about how she was just getting off the plane, after seeing Tip. She also told me that  ”Tip he is doing good, he is reading a lot, and writing“. 

Before entering jail T. I.  started working on his new album  which should be out at the first of the year.  Tiny just rapped up taping her new reality show which will premier right after the BET awards. I will tell you more about the show a little later.

Judge Won’t Allow Photographers At Lil Wayne Drug, Gun Trial

Don’t expect to see any pictures of Lil Wayne in a Yuma, Arizona courtroom. The “Yuma Sun” reports a judge has ruled against having photographers in the court during the rapper’s trial on drug and weapons charges. Superior Court Judge Mark Wayne Reeves noted that the media’s only interest in the case revolves around the fact that Lil Wayne is a celebrity, and Reeves said he’s more concerned about the rapper’s right to a fair trial. Lil Wayne was arrested in January 2008 at a U.S. Border Patrol checkpoint near Yuma. DEA agents claimed they found marijuana, cocaine, Ecstasy and a gun on the rapper’s tour bus. Lil Wayne has pleaded not guilty to the charges. No word on when the rapper’s trial will get underway. Lil Wayne is also facing a gun possession charge in New York City. The case stems from a July 2007 arrest, where police claimed they pulled over the rapper’s tour bus and found him in possession of a 40-caliber pistol. Lil Wayne pleaded not guilty. He’s due back in court on May 20th.

T.I. Drops Grand Hustle Artist Alfamega After Informant Stories Leak

T.I. is distancing himself from an artist on his Grand Hustle label. According to XXLMag.com, the rapper has issued a statement regarding rapper Alfamega in the wake of TheSmokingGun.com’s report that Alfa used to be an informant for the DEA. T.I. said, quote, “Even though all of our artists and employees are asked by us to be honest and open about their past history, at no time did Alfa disclose to me or Grand Hustle what has now appeared in the media.” T.I. added that he felt “deceived” and that there is no room at the record label for this type of “misleading behavior.” TheSmokingGun.com reported last week that Alfamega became an informant in the mid-1990s in order to shorten a jail sentence for gun charges. T.I. is due to start his own prison sentence this month. The rapper was ordered to serve 366 days behind bars for a federal gun case. T.I. is expected to report to prison on May 19th.

Rihanna’s Label Fights Back Against Alleged Nude Pics Of The Star

Team Rihanna is responding to some nude pictures alleged to be of the singer. TMZ.com confirms Rihanna’s music label Def Jam Music Group sent a letter to at least one website where the pictures surfaced on Saturday. Without denying or confirming that the woman in the photos is Rihanna, the letter demands that the site take them down. The music group calls the photographs a violation of the “artist’s rights.” The photos in question do not show the face of the woman whose naked body is featured. They are however posted alongside pictures of a woman fully clothed, clearly resembling Rihanna.