Wu-Tang’s RZA is set to deliver his second book, this time focusing on the elements on spirituality and philosophy. Entitled The Tao of Wu, the book details RZA’s own personal journey to enlightenment. By utilizing Hip-Hop lyrics, autobiographical anecdotes, and parables, the RZA explains how he was simultaneously inspired by Hinduism, Buddhism, Christianity, […]
Twista’s foray into independence has proven to be successful, as his sixth studio album Category F5 has landed at #1 on Billboard’s Top Rap Albums chart and #8 on the Top 200 Albums Chart. Category F5 was the first release in a new partnership between Twista’s Get Money Gang Entertainment (GMG) and EMI Label […]
Hip-Hop star Nas revealed the name of his new son during a concert last night in New York, just hours after Kelis gave birth to the child. A visibly intoxicated Nas gave a performance yesterday in the Queensbridge Housing Projects, the housing complex that has reared a number of rappers, including Marley Marl, Craig […]
After weeks of taunting video clips from The Game, mogul Jay-Z has finally broken his silence regarding the LA emcee and Chris Brown. In a recent interview with UK’s Tim Westwood, Jay-Z addressed whether Chris Brown’s recent apology for the Rihanna beating was sufficient. “We’re all flawed human beings,” Jay explained. “The most […]
Hip-Hop star Nas is currently celebrating the birth of his son, although sources close to the rapper told AllHipHop.com that he was not allowed to witness the event. Nas’ lawyer Mark Vincent Kaplan stated that Nas rushed to the hospital to witness Kelis deliver his first son today (July 21). A source close […]
A young woman in California has made shocking allegations about an alleged altercation with rapper Yung Berg, during which she claims the “Sexy Lady” singer assaulted her. Chelsea Berry claims she met Yung Berg when she attended a pool party at his home some time in June and stayed in contact. Berry says […]
English group Keane may be injecting some Hip-Hop into their brand of rock, due to recent collaborations with Rapper Kanye West and K’Naan. The group was recently in the recording studio with Kanye West, according to NME.com. Keane and Kanye started work on a song that could be released sometime this year. The collaboration came […]
Rapper Nas may miss the birth of his first son today (July 21) in an effort to continue the difficult divorce proceedings he and his estranged wife are going through. TMZ.com is reporting that singer Kelis went into labor late this morning and is expected to deliver the couple’s first child together at any […]
In spite of an incarcerated friend claiming the killing, C-Murder’s (Corey Miller) homicide trial will move forward early next month. Yesterday (July 20), Judge Hans Liljeberg rejected the prosecution’s request to review the claims of Juan Flowers, who stated that he was the one who killed 16 year-old Steve Thomas in a 2002, Harvey […]
Snippets from 50 Cent’s highly anticipated upcoming album Before I Self Destruct recently hit the Internet. At least four tracks reportedly taken from the G-Unit front man’s release are circulating on a 4:43 second snippet online. On one of the unnamed tracks, 50 reignites his beef with former G-Unit cohorts Young Buck and […]
Hip-Hop star Busta Rhymes has taken a step towards independence via a new worldwide deal with independent publisher Kobalt Music Group. According to the terms of the deal, Kobalt will administer 27 of Busta Rhymes’ tracks, including all songs on Back on My B.S., which contained the hit single “Arab Money.” In July […]
The Beastie Boys have announced that their upcoming tour and album Hot Sauce Committee Part 1 have been postponed indefinitely, after a cancerous tumor was found in group member Adam “MCA” Yauch. Representatives for the group told AllHipHop.com that a cancerous tumor was found in Yauch’s left parotid (salivary) gland. Luckily, the tumor […]
Former NFL star Michael Vick was released today from federal custody, allowing the former standout quarterback the opportunity to return to football. Vick spent the last eight weeks of his 23 month sentence under home confinement, which required him to wear an electronic monitor. He plans to meet soon with commissioner Roger Goodell […]
Police in the United Kingdom have launched an investigation into Compton, California native The Game, after a fan was assaulted by a member of his entourage during a concert. The incident, which occurred at Liverpool’s O2 Academy, occurred after a 21-year-old man jumped on the stage to take a picture with the rapper. […]
A lawyer for Gucci Mane have shot down a rumor spreading that the Atlanta rapper was heading back to jail. “Gucci Mane is not incarcerated. His attorneys are addressing all pending issues through the courts,” his attorney Dwight Thomas said in a statement. Rumors circulated on the Internet over the weekend that Gucci Mane, […]
Lil Wayne’s Rebirth album, a rock/rap hybrid, has been pushed back again says one member of Young Money. Shanell, a contributor, say the album will be ready when the creative vision is finished. “Right now [the album is set for release in] September, but let me tell y’all, great art takes time and […]
Producer Jermaine Dupri recently addressed footage that features him encouraging Adam “Pacman” Jones to “make it rain” in a strip club, shortly before an infamous shooting involving the star NFL player. Jones is slated to take the stand as a star witness for the prosecution during the attempted murder trial of Arvin Edwards. […]
Efforts to provide aid to needy residents in Gaza were finally granted as a Viva Palestina U.S.-led humanitarian convoy entered the country on Wednesday (July 15). Among those traveling with the more than 200-member group were Dead Prez rapper M-1, New York City Councilman Charles Barron and former Georgia Congresswoman Cynthia McKinney as well […]
Rapper Foxy Brown and R&B singer Toni Braxton are the latest celebrities to run afoul of the Internal Revenue Service. Of the two, Brown owes the most, as the IRS is seeking $641,558 in federal taxes due to the state of New York. A tax lien was filed against Brown in June for taxes […]
Hip-Hop star 50 Cent has denied reports that he will go head-to-head with Roc-A-Fella boss Jay-Z on September 11. Jay-Z is slated to release his highly anticipated album The Blueprint 3 on September 11, the same date he dropped the first Blueprint album, which landed in stores on September 11, 2001. It was widely reported […]