NICOLE SCHERZINGER'S MASSIVE WARDROBE MALFUNCTION, MOBB DEEP REUNITE, SHAGGY STABBED TO DEATH?

Throttle Thursday. Take hold of the wheel because today we're going full throttle starting withPussycat Dolls' Nichoel Sherzinger experiencing one of the all-time greatest wardrobe malfunctions in the world. Only problem is it's kinda hard to tell if what you see is what you get. Speaking of getting things, the full line-up of Paid Dues has finally come out and its pretty impressive to say the least, especially since "Mobb Deep" are slated to perform together. Reunion, anybody? Fingers crossed on that, just like hopefully it's a huge hoax that Shaggy got stabbed to death. All this coming up in SOHH Whacha Think.

[Editor's Note: The views expressed in this column do not necessarily reflect those of SOHH]

1. Peek-A-Boo-B?

We're living in a time and age where if you're wearing anything revealing, more than likely whatever you're hiding is going to get revealed. Much like wardrobe malfunctions, there's way too many bloggers, cameras, Instagram pages for people not to catch you messing up. So the question is, would Nicole Sherzinger put herself on front street with an intentional malfunction? Media Take Out has the evidence:

SHOCK PICS!! Nicole Sherzinger Of The PUSSYCAT DOLLS Wears A See-Through Dress . . . And Her NIPS Are The Size Of Two FRISBEES!!! January 24, 2013: Well dayummm . . . that's definitely NOT what we expected to see. (Media Take Out)

Unfortunately, you're going to have to go to the website to see the photos for yourself so go ahead. .... *Waits* .... There, see? It's kinda hard to tell, especially because the chances those huge "frisbees" belong to Nicole seem slim to none while at the same time, we've seen these same antics take place at the Grammy and Academy Awards. Could this really be Scherzinger stepping out with the goods?#SOHHWhatchaThink?

2. Mobb City

Are Prodigy and Havoc finally ending their beef and coming back together as Mobb Deep? It seems too good to be true, especially since Havoc has publicly went at P on numerous occasions and P tries to sway away from discussing it. Granted, the Paid Dues event doesn't start until March 30th, so they've got plenty of time to patch up their wounds if this is true. Miss Info TV has the skinny:

During the Christmas holidays, Guerilla Union announced the headliners for Paid Dues 2013 would be none other than TDE's Black Hippy (Kendrick Lamar, Jay Roc, Ab-Soul, ScHoolboy Q). Other performers revealed included Macklemore & Ryan Lewis, De La Soul, DOM Kennedy, Tech N9ne, Joey Bada$$ and others. Fast forward to Wednesday night, where event organizer MURS released the full festival lineup. Notables added are Mobb Deep (?), Scarface, Talib Kweli, Nipsey Hussle, Killer Mike, Trinidad James, Freddie Gibbs, Flatbush Zombies, Juicy J, Madlib, Smoke DZA, Jean Grae, and more. The 8th annual event arrives on Saturday, March 30 at the NOS Events Center in San Bernardino, California. Tickets can be purchased here. (Missi Info TV)

Could it be? As of now, neither Havoc or Prodigy have refuted the announcement, so everyone's fingers must still be crossed. They might not be as impactful as they were back in '95 but every hip-hop fan knows Mobb Deep is a brand and movement that no one can deny. Are they really back?#SOHHWhatchaThink?

3. It Wasn't Me

Death is never a good thing, especially when it's the passing of someone as historic and cherished as Shaggy. Nasty rumors have been coming out claiming he got stabbed to death. But with the recent trend of nationwide hoaxes, could this all have been a horrible prank? TMZ has the inside:

Reggae pop star Shaggy was not stabbed in a bar fight this week ... and he sure as hell ain't dead despite Internet reports to the contrary ... this according to a living, breathing Shaggy. Once again, the Internet death machine cranked out a rumor that Shaggy kicked the bucket after taking a shiv to the liver during a brawl in L.A.. In fact, someone even updated Shaggy's Wikipedia page with bogus info. But lo and behold, Mr. Boombastic lives ... and it ain't the first time he's been the victim of a cyber-death hoax. It's happened about a billion times before. A rep for the Reggae star tells TMZ ... "[Shaggy] is like a cat with 9 lives ... but I can happily report that he's alive and kicking and in the same building as me right now as we speak." Fantastic. (TMZ)

What's the purpose of pulling these hoaxes anyway? Do people get a kick out of claiming someone is dead and then you find out they're OK? Whatever the reason is, it's good to see Shagy is still breathing. #SOHHWhatchaThink?

That about wraps it up for today. This is SOHH On The Spot giving you the morning scoop from your favorite gossip sites.

NEW MUSIC: KELLY ROWLAND -- "KISSES DOWN LOW"

Destiny's Child reunion aside, member Kelly Rowland returns with her own solo jam, "Kisses Down Low." The steamy single is off her upcoming LP,Year of the Woman.

Rowland paints a sexy bedroom scene on the Mike WiLL Made It-produced track. "You put in overtime, overnight, doing everything I like, feels so right/ You hold me close, squeeze me tight, look me inside my eyes, baby, ohh, I love it/ But nothing can compare, to when you kiss me there/ And I can't lie, when I lie in your arms I feel so sexy." You get the picture ...

Year of the Woman, Rowland's fourth studio album, is expected to drop in early 2013. Other track off the album include the Lil Wayne collaboration "Ice." Spin "Kisses Down Low" below.

T.I. BREAKS SILENCE ON $75 MILLION BIDDING WAR REPORTS

Grammy-winning rapper T.I. has finally stepped up to address rumors and speculation which claim he is in the midst of a multi-million dollar bidding war involving record labels like Jay-Z's Roc Nation.

Happy at Atlantic Records, the "King of the South" said he has no interest in feeding into the media hype and speculation over his future label status.

"[laughs] Hey look man I see all that sh*t man...I respect my present partners at Atlantic records and had there ever been a separation between them and myself I would respect my new partners in such a way that I'm not gonna sensationalize anything. They give me my fair market value for what it is I have to offer. And if you want to be in business with me let's give each other %110. But just going out and doing gossip type stories that ain't a huge part of what I do. [Would I like to stay at Atlantic Records?] Ay man, I'd love to stay where I am. It'd have to be shown that the feeling is mutual and the way you do that is on paper with commitment to dollars." (The Urban Daily)

Earlier this month, Tip got attached to $75 million bidding war chatter.

Got $75 million handy? If so, you can sign T.I. to your label ... the hip hop star just became the number-one free agent in rap -- and despite the steep price tag he's putting out ... some deep pockets are already lining up. Sources close to T.I. tell TMZ ... T.I.'s 10-year contract with Atlantic ran up only a month ago ... but he's already put together his own idea of a $75 million deal: - 3 albums - 10-20 percent of publishing, touring, merchandise, film and TV rights - Corporate endorsement deals - Exclusive signing of all Grand Hustle artists. (TMZ)

There is reportedly $50 million waiting for Tip along with interest from Dr. Dre and Jay-Z on the table.

Sources close to T.I. tell TMZ ... he's already met with some of the industry's biggest names ... including Dr. Dre, who asked him to join Interscope over dinner at Katana recently (see picture) ... and Jay-Z, who wants T.I. in the RocNation family. We're told Sony's put a $50 million deal on the table so far ... and Universal's meeting with him later this week to make an offer too. (TMZ)

Coincidentally, Atlantic Records contacted T.I. last year for his opinion on hiring fellow Atlanta rapperYoung Jeezy as its senior vice president of A&R.

"I think that's phenomenal for Young and I've known about it for quite some time now. He came and spoke to me and asked me how I felt about it as far as whether or not it was a good fit for him," Tip revealed in an interview. "And [Atlantic] came and asked me how I felt about it whether I felt that he was a good fit for the position and what not and I think it's phenomenal. Now as far as me, I don't know if I could necessarily do it. When I'm not working on my projects or focusing on my label's projects I'mma go do me some movies or I'mma be bouncing back and forth doing other things. So I just don't know how much undivided attention I could dedicate to a position like that." ("The Morning Riot")

NEW MUSIC: CHRISETTE MICHELE -- "A COUPLE OF FOREVERS"

Time makes no difference to R&B songstress Chrisette Michele as she serenades her lover on "A Couple of Forevers." A perfect slow jam to throw in your Valentine's Day mix for that significant other. "A Couple of Forevers" is off Michele's forthcoming album Better.

TEACHER LETS STUDENTS WEAR KKK ROBES DURING PRESENTATION

A social studies teacher's decision to let her students were KKK robes to class is sparking a bit of a debate. On Jan. 9, two Las Vegas Academy students dressed up in Klan's white robes and hooded cloaks to drive home a point in their U.S. history presentation. The students had a choice of either writing a research paper, creating an art or dance piece or performing a first-person narrative. The students chose the latter. Controversy arose after a photograph of them wearing the questionable attire outside of the classroom hit social media.

According to the Las Vegas Sun, the school's principal, Scott Walker, sent a letter to the parents addressing the issue:

“While the presentation was designed to highlight the atrocities committed by the Klan, and there was no intention to harm or offend on the part of the students, it was in poor judgment and inappropriate for students to go to such lengths to convey their message," Walker said. "I am deeply saddened that LVA, which prides itself on providing a supportive learning environment for all, was the site of any action that could cause sadness and anger for our school family. We are deeply sorry for this offensive incident and appreciate your support and cooperation as we use these events as teachable moments about cultural and historical understanding."

Taylor Swift Scores ‘Long Term Partnership’ With Diet Coke

 

Coca-Cola confirmed Monday reports that Diet Coke has committed to "long-term partnership with" Taylor Swift. As part of Diet Coke’s Stay Extraordinary campaign, Swift will be featured in television, print and digital advertising scheduled to launch this spring.

According to a press release, the singer will “serve as a program ambassador for several Diet Coke initiatives and will be integrated into all key marketing efforts for the brand -- including advertising, retail activation, experiential and more.”

"Taylor's unmatched business savvy, talent and drive to succeed are an inspiration to everyone. She's an extraordinary individual and a wonderful symbol of achievement," said Katie Bayne, President, North America Brands, The Coca-Cola Company, in the release. "Taylor tells us that every day Diet Coke plays a small part in helping her stay extraordinary. It's one of the many reasons she's the ideal partner to represent our brand."

“I’ve said for years that Diet Coke just ‘gets me’ and my lifestyle. I’m so excited about our new partnership,” said Swift.

The release also said the brand will “give fans extraordinary access to Swift -- both online and in person -- throughout her highly anticipated Red Tour,” which begins on March 13 in Omaha, Neb., although it did not provide details.

THIS TIME-LAPSE VIDEO SHOWS HOW THE STAPLES CENTER WAS TRANSFORMED FOR THE 2012 GRAMMY AWARDS

The countdown is officially on! As of today, there are only 16 days left until the 55th Grammy Awards are held at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, which also serves as the home of theLos Angeles Lakers, the Los Angeles Clippers, and the Los Angeles Kings. So, yesterday, the Grammy organizers released a time-lapse video of the Staples Center from the 54th Grammy Awards last February to show exactly how they managed to transform the space into a place worthy of hosting the biggest night in music.

It's remarkable to see how it happens, too. At home, you'd swear the Grammys were being held in a large venue like Radio City Music Hall. At least, that's what it looks like on TV. But, in reality, the stage in surrounded by hundreds of seats that are typically used during basketball and hockey games. And, the gigantic stage and screens that they put up are designed to bring the Staples Center to life. You'd never guess it was an arena if you didn't know that's where the Grammys were being held beforehand.

To get a better look at how the Staples Center gets transformed for Grammy night, watch the time-lapse video courtesy of the Grammys below. And, make sure you tune into the 2013 Grammy Awards on CBS on February 10 to see this year's set-up.