[Fabolous. Photos by CHANCE YEH for PMc] The Griffin was packed with hip-hop heads on Monday night as rapper Fabolous launched his latest album, titled "Loso's Way." The concept album, loosely based on the film "Carlito's Way,"  marks the rapper's comeback after a two-year absence from the music scene. Stars, including DJ Cassidy, DJ Clue, Idris Elba, and Adrienne Bailon came out to support the rapper's latest record, which features guest performers Lil Wayne, Jay-Z, and Ne-Yo. More»

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