Since signing with G-Unit Records in June 2005 M.O.P. has been seated comfortably in the biggest crew in Hip-Hop, and also relatively unheard. While Billy Danze, Lil’ Fame, and producer/manager Laze E have released street albums like 2006’s Ghetto Warfare, the Brownsville, Brooklyn veterans have not come close to that “Ante Up” / “Cold As […]
We are in the midst of a month that commemorates and memorializes people and events in Black History. It was in 1921 that Black Wall Street, a prominent Black owned business district was burned to the ground. Now, 86 years later, that name has re-emerged. This time, it’s taking on a whole new meaning. The […]
In today’s day and age, prosecutors have new a new weapon against some defendants- lyrics. Almost a decade after C-Bo proved this to be true in the Pacific Northwest, Fort Worth native, Twisted Black, learned this first hand when some of his lyrics were turned against him in a trial during which he stands charged […]
What does it mean to be Black in America in 2007? The past year watched Sean Bell’s murder and Michael Richards’ rant prove that White on Black racism in America is very much alive. But in certain lights, things are a changin’. For instance, some project that Young Buck’s Buck the World album could certify […]
AllHipHop.com: After the tour, Nas throws a dart at you on the song “Nastradamus.” How did you feel when you originally heard that? When I saw you coming up I know you had a lot respect for Esco before that. Memphis Bleek: Man, Nas was one of the first original Gs of videos. He had […]
At a time when rappers are bragging about tropical islands, penthouse boardrooms, and Connecticut gated communities, Memphis Bleek is making a b-line for Brooklyn. “This new album is going to be so crack because I’m so involved in the streets right now man, I might as well get me a brick and ride around in […]
On his diss record to 50 Cent, Cam’ron taunts “This ain’t a label Curtis, I’m freakin’ with family.” And during the filming of the “Cuurtis” video in Harlem, where Cam is jumping out of caskets, surfing car roofs and poly’n with his peoples ‘til day break, family is exactly who he is surrounded by. The […]
2006 was a year of hits and misses for Mobb Deep. On one hand, their deal with G-Unit shot their creative energy through the roof, and the buzz behind Blood Money was arguably their greatest promotional effort since their classic release, The Infamous. But at the same time, Blood Money is also regarded as one […]
Best Hip-Hop Love Songs "Happy Valentine’s Day" by Andre 3000 (2003, LaFace) “Camay” by Ghostface Killah (1996, Razor Sharp/Epic) “You’re All I Need to Get By” by Method Man featuring Mary J. Blige (1994, Def Jam) "Love Rap" by Spoonie Gee (1980, Enjoy) "Love Language" by Talib Kweli featuring Les Nubians (Reflection Eternal) (2000, Rawkus) […]
Fat Man Scoop and his wife Shanda may have very well discovered the secret to a successful marriage in the spotlight: air it all out and take callers. What began as a small webcast about sex has now exploded into a live show with potential TV, DVD, and radio deals. Man and Wife takes place […]
Sean Price is experiencing a mild case of heart burn. After being unappreciated as a member of Heltah Skeltah and the Boot Camp Clik for more than 10 years, Price finally ventured out on his own with 2005’s Monkey Barz, a debut brimming with sharp wordplay and cohesive melodies. The album received plenty of praise, […]
Black History Month is upon us. Though its Hispanic contributions must be recognized, Hip-Hop culture has become one of the largest outlets of expression in Black history. Whether it was Big Daddy Kane updating Donny Hathaway’s definition of “Young, Gifted & Black”, dead prez’s outcry about the education inequalities in “They Schools” or Chamillionaire feeling […]
For a label that’s led by a Prince, Devin the Dude has been the court jester of Rap-A-Lot Records since he appeared on The Geto Boys’ “Bring it On” in 1993. The Texan helped cultivate his style with The Odd Squad a year later, before releasing three cult-followed albums. Perhaps due to thriftier promotion and […]
O n February 10th 2006, Hip-Hop lost one of its true innovators when James “J Dilla/Jay Dee” Yancey passed away due to complications from Lupus. In a relatively short span of time J Dilla created an extensive body of work consisting of finessed beats and off the cuff rhymes with and for the likes of […]
L ong before Hyphy blew, Milano was blazing the streets with his own style of lyrical dope, and well after the Hyphy hype dies down, Milano will stand tall with the Bay area heavyweight’s who have been reppin for the Yay area from day one. The Bay area has been reveling in the attention that […]
Best known as the official DJ for the Game, DJ Skee is doing much more than counting off Game’s 300, 600, or whatever other number of bars he’ll have coming. Recently selling his shares in his Hype PR marketing firm, DJ Skee has his eyes set on breaking new ground in mobile video services which […]
It’s a quiet night in the “Z” room at Sony Studios in midtown Manhattan, where various engineers and Czar Entertainment representatives are milling around in anticipation of Atlanta rapper Gucci Mane’s arrival. The silence is broken by a commotion at the door. Debbie, Gucci Mane’s full-bodied and outspoken manager, storms in with Gucci and friends […]
Mississippi’s place in the pantheon of Black music is well-documented. Jazz, Gospel and the Blues all trace their roots along the dusty paths and dirt roads of the Magnolia State. Hip-Hop has heard from this area in the country before. Boo’s brand of Hip-Hop is hard-edged, forceful and delivered with the sound and spirit of […]
On one hand you can count D.O.C., Snoop Doggy Dogg, and Eminem. On the other, you can list Lady of Rage, Hittman, and Joe Beast. Throughout his decades-long run of music mastery, Dr. Dre has pulled a lot of new artists to work with him. Some have become overnight superstars, while others waited until they […]
Well, we’re a month into 2007 and the verdict is out on where Hip-Hop will go this year. Last year saw the South put the game in a chokehold, the return of a “retired” great, and the still brewing debate over the vital signs of the culture we love. One thing is clear though, currently […]
