No I.D. : Chitown Pioneer…from Common and Kanye to Jay Z and Nas
If youre wondering where No I.D. has been hiding at lately, its not exactly a stupid question. As one of the pioneers that brought Chicago Hip Hop to the masses in the 90s, No I.D. is often heralded for his hand in crafting Can I Borrow A Dollar? and Resurrection with childhood friend Common. His […]
Styles Of Beyond Return With ‘Rocket Surgery’
Los Angeles Hip-Hop group Styles of Beyond have announced their first major label album will hit stores in 2008. MC’s Ryu and Takbir and producers DJ Cheapshot and Vin Skully will release Rocket Surgery in 2008. The album will be released via Machine Shop Recordings, the label owned by Linkin Park front man, […]
Gadget Review: Ion Audio iPA03 Speaker
iPod Karaoke anyone? The iPA03 from Ion Audo is the perfect solution for a backyard bar-b-cue, small gathering or family function, or even a business presentation. In short, anywhere you need music and/or a microphone. And since it runs on battery power for six hours at full blast, there is no need to […]
NFL WEEK 12: Thanksgiving Throwdown
Its Thanksgiving Time Its Turkey Time Toms a Bird Mums the Word – Cliff’s Wet Adventure, The Cosby Show Its that time of year again. Its the only time when you cant get in trouble for sitting, at home, watching football, eating good food and taking a nap afterwards. Its Thanksgiving. Its […]
T.I., Ryan Cameron, Rappers Raise $166K For Homeless Foundation
Ryan Cameron and rapper T.I., members of the urban entertainment community came to the aid of the Hosea Williams Feed The Hungry and Homeless Foundation yesterday (November 20), to save the organizations 38th annual Thanksgiving dinner. Cameron and T.I. spearheaded a campaign that raised $166,000 in less than three hours during Camerons show yesterday. […]
Styles P Ft. Black Thought
Cause I’m Black
Steve Austin Ft Mz. Khaoz
P**** Iz A Wonderfull Thang
Wiz Khalifa Ft. Terrance Martin and Problem
Youngin’ On His Grind (West Coast Remix)
Jinx Da Juvy
Strong Enough
Dr. Jan Walks Off Larry King Live, Dr. West Laid To Rest
Dr. Jan Adams, the plastic surgeon who operated on rapper Kanye Wests mother Dr. Donda West before she tragically died, walked off CNNs “Larry King Live” last night during an interview. According to Dr. Adams, Wests family asked him to not appear on the show and threatened to have him decertified by The Medical […]
Runway Report: Nintendo Streetwear Fashion Launch – NYC
Torrel Harris Sr., pioneer of the reversible NBA warm-up suit, is the first African-American to be licensed by the NBA and NFL to create fashionable apparel. Recently he teamed up with Japan’s third largest company, Nintendo, to launch the video games giants new apparel line, which aims directly for the urban streetwear market. The line debuted last […]
You Got Served: Patti LaBelle
Patti LaBelle has long been respected for her cooking skills and, of course, her legendary singing career. As the author of her own best-selling cook books, Patti has given the world some of the most delicious recipes you can imagine. If you’ve ever tried her “Over The Rainbow” Macaroni & Cheese, then you already know the deal. On a very […]
Ne-Yo Kicked Off R. Kelly’s Double Up Tour
In what may come as a shocking move to fans, R&B singer Ne-Yo has been dropped from R. Kellys highly publicized Double-Up Tour after just two performances, reportedly due to the lack of a signed contract, it was announced today (November 20). In a statement released by Ne-Yos camp, the singer stated, I dont understand […]
ALBUM PREVIEW: Beanie Sigel
Upon entering the spot (NYC’s Quad Studios), one cant avoid hearing Beanie Sigel in his prime. The engineer blasts classic verses from the Broad Street bully to set the mood. Joints like Change The Game, Guess Whos Back and “This Cant Be Life bang while a powerful scent of hot wings fills the air. The […]
Timbaland Camp Dispels Half-truths on Engagement and Baby
Producer Timbaland is expecting his first child and will also be married after proposing to his girlfriend, according to a rapper in his Mosely Music Group.A recent report by the New York Post stated that, Timbaland is mixing business and pleasure – and is about to become a baby daddy. Rapper D.O.E. refutes the bulk […]
Ice-T And Coco Set to Appear On Law and Order: SVU Episode
Rapper Ice-T will share time on the small screen with a familiar face as his wife, Nicole “CoCo” Austin, guest stars on his hit NBC show Law and Order: Special Victims Unit (SVU). In the episode, titled “Fight,” the swimsuit model will play the girlfriend of professional fighter Mike Kona (Forrest Griffin) who is […]
Game Review: Kane & Lynch: Dead Men
Developer: Edios Interactive Platforms: PC/X360/PS3 Rating: C (3 out of 5) Eidos Interactive has a history of bringing third person shooters to the home console, and the most recent Hitman, is even being adapted to the big screen. When the announcement came for a bank robbing shooting sociopath-based thriller, named Kane & […]
Ludacris Gives Away Turkeys, Supports Senior Citizens
The Ludacris Foundation continued its Thanksgiving tradition, helping underprivileged families in the Atlanta area celebrate the holiday properly today (November 20). This year, the foundation is sponsoring a turkey giveaway at the New Piney Grove Baptist Church in Decatur, GA, where an estimated 500 local families in need will receive Thanksgiving turkeys, along with the other necessary […]
Hip-Hop Rumors: R.Kelly Hating On Ne-Yo? See Timbaland’s Babies!
THOSE OLD RUMORS! I just added them earlier today, but it seems like forever. Read ’em : Hip-Hop Rumors: Kanye Talks! Common & Serena? Timbaland Haters Lose! R. KELLY, IS THAT YOU HATING? Ne-Yo has been suddenly and mysteriously dropped from the R. Kelly Tour! Now from what I heard and have already reported Ne-Yo has […]
Snoop Dogg Announces Release Date For ‘Ego Trippin’
Long Beach, California Hip-Hop star Snoop Dogg has announced that he will release his ninth solo album, Ego Trippin, in March.The first single, Sensual Seduction, features Snoop rapping and singing, utilizing the now popular “talk box” effect, which was originally popularized by Roger Troutman of Roger and Zapp.A video for “Sensual Seduction” is slated to […]
