Katt Williams Ft. Snoop Dogg and Lil Wayne
Mind Right (Remix)


The Fixxers Ft. Kay L
Go 2 Work

L.E.P. Ft. Fabolous
We Ain’t Playin’

David Banner, Ice Cube Star In ‘The Comeback’
Mississippi rapper David Banner has been added to the cast of the upcoming movie The Comeback, which also stars veteran rapper/actor Ice Cube. Ice Cube’s Cubevison Productions is producing The Comeback, which will be directed by former Limp Bizkit lead singer, Fred Durst. The Comeback is based on the true story of a […]

Hip-Hop Rumors: Joel Ortiz Off Aftermath? Is Bow Wow Crazy? Amy Winehouse’s Big Test!
DISCLAIMER: All content within this section is pure rumor and generally have no factual info outside of what the streets have whispered in our ear. Read on. YESTERDAYS RUMORS! Hip-Hop Rumors: Chingy Gets Mad! Is Lauryn Broke? Where is Wendy Williams? THE NEWS RUN DOWN TODAY’S RUMORS! Lawsuit Erupts Over ‘Ultimate Victory’ Production (I had […]

Russell Simmons & Hip-Hop Struggle With Clinton / Obama Endorsement
As the country picks a side in the presidential race, Russell Simmons, the music and business entrepreneur, finds himself torn between his heart and his brain. Guess what? Hes not alone. Russell Simmons’ logical side and his emotive half are at odds with each other. And he wants to talk about it. I have been […]

Kiki Swinson: Street Lit Lessons
Kiki Swinson has a sweet telephone voice. Sadly, shes a street fiction writer and most of her fans will never hear it. Yet, before you think its all candy and flirts in lala land, understand that Swinson has been there done that with thug romance and a five year bid on her criminal record to […]

DJ Khalil: Moving on Up!! From Self Scientific to Dr. Dre
By no means a new face in the realm of Hip-Hop production, DJ Khalil still exudes the energy of a rookie who just landed their first placement. Perhaps its because after a decade of recording, hes only now reaching his prime, and beginning to receive the recognition his peers feel he deserves. Underground enthusiasts will […]

Lawsuit Erupts Over ‘Ultimate Victory’ Production
Attorneys for Grammy-award winning rapper Chamillionaire and his company Chamilitary, Inc., filed a lawsuit in Texas on January 11 against Philly based producer Dave MG, who is credited as the composer behind the song “You Must Be Crazy” on Chamillionaires September 2007 release, Ultimate Victory. The suit is the latest in a series of […]

It’s All In The Game: Superstar Lindsey Hunter?
In a league filled with superstars like LeBron, Kobe, Yao and T-Mac, it is really easy to forget about some of the other players. I like to think of myself as a basketball junkie that appreciates the players in the league that dont get Sports Center coverage or endorsement deals. That is why I am […]

Next Level Training: Brenda Got A Big Ole’ Butt
The Problem The numbers are in, and 7 out of 10 African-American women are overweight and/or clinically obese. This is a very sensitive issue for the sistas, and I can just here what they’re saying to themselves, Im not interested in looking like a Barbie doll, and I’m not overweight. The idea that Black women are naturally […]

Oprah Winfrey OWN’s New TV Network
Oprah Winfrey has teamed with Discovery Communications to launch a new multi-platform media venture named The Oprah Winfrey Network [OWN]. Winfrey, who has criticized some Hip-Hop music, as well as various media outlets for their portrayal of African-American men and women, will serve as chairman of OWN. She will have full editorial over […]

Ludacris Honored With Trumpet Award
Rapper Ludacris was presented with the Usher Raymond Altruism Award during the 16th Annual Trumpet Awards in Atlanta on Sunday (Jan. 13). The artist was one of twelve honorees, including actors Halle Berry and Danny Glover and BET co-founder Sheila C. Johnson, who were recognized for accomplishments in their careers and contributions to their […]

Khia Signs With Big Cat Records
Atlanta based record label Big Cat Records has inked a deal with Tampa, Florida rapper Khia, who will release her third album, titled Nasty Muzik. Khia hit big in 2002 with the single “My Neck, My Back (Lick It),” which was taken from the gold selling album Thug Misses. The single was also […]

Alice Smith: Alice In Wonderland
There is nothing more refreshing than a rebel in a world filled with sheep. Its even more spectacular when that rebel is a young woman, standing 58, boasting a four-octave range, who completely defies musical standards. Allow us to introduce you to Alice Smith – the strangest, most refreshing musical landscape to emerge in years. […]

Bun B Ft. Sean Kingston
That’s Gangsta

Gucci Mane and Ft. Shawty Lo and Sean P
Throwing Rubberbands

Saaphyri: Third Time’s A Charm
Los Angeles native Saaphyri first appeared on our TV screens as a contestant on the second season of the Flavor Of Love show. Although her efforts were fruitless, that spot allowed her to appear on the popular spinoff reality show Charm School, which was hosted by comedian/actress MoNique. In this exclusive interview, Saaphyri talks […]