Rapper Slim Thug will shoot the video for his latest single “I Run” tomorrow (December 18) in Houston, Texas. “I Run,” which was produced by Jim Jonsin, is the first official release from Slim Thug’s upcoming sophomore album Boss of All Bosses. Boss of All Bosses is due in stores in 2009. The album features… Read more »

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Having created hits for stars as diverse as underground rapper Blu (Below the Heavens) and veteran group Mobb Deep (“Pearly Gates”), acclaimed San Diego producer Exile is now juggling a burgeoning solo career and several new collaboration albums for 2009.   Despite being disgusted by today’s urban radio market, Exile crafted his latest opus Radio… Read more »

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Rising Houston rapper Trae the Truth will join local councilman Jarvis Johnson this Thursday (December 18) for the 3rd annual “Winter Wonderland,” a Christmas party for students in Houston’s District B that have shown the most improved grades this year.Trae will don Santa the Claus garb to greet arriving kids and hand out toys supplied… Read more »

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AllHipHop.com Breeding Ground alum Donny Goines released his official debut album today (December 16), bringing to fruition nearly 3 years of hard work.   The Bronx and Harlem-bred rapper’s Minute After Midnite was released via Amalgam Digital and is available exclusively on the online distributor’s website.   The album, which was preceded by Goines’ The… Read more »

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Houston rapper Mike Jones has announced a new venture with ProConcept Marketing Group, Inc to endorse an exclusive new line of Cognac liquor from the “House of Dobbe’.”   Jones and ProConcept will together strategize promotional events and concert tours in major markets to promote the product.   Currently, both parties are planning a special… Read more »

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Months after his Long Island home was destroyed by fire, rapper 50 Cent is speaking out on the circumstances leading up to the blaze.   During an upcoming interview with Access Hollywood‘s TV One Access, the G-Unit frontman revealed his home went up in flames, just days after his ex-girlfriend Shaniqua Tompkins was ordered to… Read more »

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Hip-Hop turntablist Rob Swift is making good on his vow to give back to the art of DJ’ing with his upcoming DVD, As the Technics Spin.   The DVD, which was directed by Eljay Williams, offers a glimpse into Swift’s creative process as the X-ecutioners member creates his classic battle/showcase sets and reveals the origin… Read more »

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As he prepares his long delayed return to the R&B world, singer Ginuwine has enlisted the help of two Hip-Hop heavyweights, one a long-time collaborator.   The singer, who rose to superstardom in the late 90s following the success of his debut single “Pony,” is currently in the studio with producer Timbaland working on his… Read more »

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The star-studded I Am Music Tour gained a little more wattage yesterday (December 14) as Atlanta rapper Gorilla Zoe announced his last minute addition to the line-up, just hours before the first stop on the tour at Miami’s American Airlines Arena.   Zoe joins the Gym Class Heroes, Keri Hilson, Keyshia Cole and T-Pain as… Read more »

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The Core DJs have launched an internationally syndicated radio show, which made its debut two weeks ago.   The new show has already been picked up by close to 20 radio stations so far, including affiliates in Belgium, Ghana and Lagos, Nigeria.   The show, which follows an urban/rhythmic format, is assembled at the top of… Read more »

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Houston Hip-Hop star Chamillionaire has been chosen as the co-Grand Marshal of the 15th annual MLK Grande Parade.   The rapper will join local businessman Douglas M. Horn and publisher/motivational speaker Dr. Anthony Taylor as host of the parade.   Chamillionaire becomes the first rapper to ever serve as Grand Marshal in the MLK Grande… Read more »

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Rapper Coolio will appear in the upcoming season of Celebrity Big Brother, which will begin airing in January.   Coolio will join a cast that includes actor Verne Troyer aka “Mini Me,” TV host Terry Christian and Scottish socialist politician and former MSP Tommy Sheridan, who also leads the Solidarity party.   The series broadcasts… Read more »

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With T.I. making an impact on the Billboard albums and singles charts and business alliances made with Killer Mike and Big Boi, 2008 comes as a year of success for Grand Hustle Entertainment.The Atlanta-based company is moving forward towards the New Year as it joins forces with Interscope Records to release the upcoming debut album… Read more »

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International rap star Dizzee Rascal became a victim of his own anger with an arrest on Friday (December 12).   The rapper, born Dylan Mills, was arrested by police on suspicion of possessing an offensive weapon.   According to reports, the incident stemmed from a “road rage” incident between the 24-year-old rapper and another driver…. Read more »

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Pop culture icon Mr. T is lending his likeness and persona for the first ever Mr. T graphic novel.   The upcoming comic book is authored by Christopher Bunting (Action Man), who spearheaded the project’s initial limited edition run of 4,000 copies in February.   With the advance edition a success, Bunting is confident there… Read more »

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