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 […]
Prodigy Produced By Street Symphony
Thing Things Rip
Kurupt Ft. Tyrese
Change The Game
Al The Kid
Stacks On Deck
Hip-Hop Rumors: Chingy Gets Mad! Is Lauryn Broke? Where is Wendy Williams?
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: The Game and Big Face – Brothers? ‘Roids In Rap? Mad Sex Tapes!THE NEWS RUNDOWN Rapper Releases 12 Mixtapes In 12 Months Timbaland, 50 Cent, […]
1520 Sedgwick Ave. Tenants Team with Kool Herc To Buy Projects
Legendary Hip-Hop co-founder DJ Kool Herc is joining forces with US Senator Charles Schumer and residents of 1520 Sedgwick Avenue to unveil a tenant-sponsored plan to buy the affordable housing project. The location, which is noted for being the birthplace of Hip-Hop, is currently on the auction block as it stands to lose its […]
Do Blacks Owe Democrats Their Vote?
In the past decade or so this question has gained momentum in the black community, and, depending who you ask, the answers will vary wildly, but will always be expressed with great passion. My father will call any black person who doesnt vote Democrat a fool and to him its a very simple matter […]
Rev Run Talks Upcoming Tour With Kid Rock
Detroit rocker Kid Rock has teamed up with Hip-Hop Icon Rev Run of Run-DMC for the Rock ‘N Roll Revival tour. The 29 city tour will start in Evansville, Indiana on January 25 and will wrap up in Toledo, Ohio on March 22nd. According to Rev Run, the tour came about after Kid […]
Twista Launches Label; New Speednot Mobstaz Album Coming
Chicago rapper Twista has launched a new record label, Get Money Gang (GMG) and will drop a new album by The Speednot Mobstaz. The Speednot Mobstaz’ Mobstability II: Nation Bizness is the first release for Twista’s GMG label, which is distributed by Koch Records. The group, which consists of Liffy Stokes and Mayz, […]
Hollywood Shuffle: A Sequel For Will? Tyler Perry in Star Trek! Ice Cubes A-Team?
Welcome to the Hollywood Shuffle, discussing all things movies, television, celebrity and just plain Hollywood. Each week well bring you the latest news and gossip of whats going down in Tinsel Town. Sequel to I Am Legend?For those of you who have seen Will Smiths I Am Legend, you probably have the same reaction that I […]
Rapper Releases 12 Mixtapes In 12 Months
The mixtape game has always been a promotional tool for rappers, but a Brooklyn New York artist is planning to release 12 mixapes over the course of the next 12 months. Rapper Sha Stimuli has undertaken the thorny task of producing the mixtape series as a way for him to speak to the Hip-Hop […]
