Alicia Keys: As I Am
They certainly broke the mold when they made Alicia Keys. While her third studio album As I Am [J Records] comes long awaited, its more than another blessed offering from the New York City songstress. As I Am is exactly as the title suggests Alicia in her barest form, much more, nothing less. Songs […]
Hip-Hop Rumors: Green and Jadakiss Clash? 50 Cent’s “I Still” vid, Jay-Z Freestyle Live!
Earlier Rumors: Don’t forget the rumors from earlier today. They are way better than the ones up here! Check me out yo! Jay-Z Supports Kanye, ODB On George Bush, T.I. Bodyguard Has Friends! You have to see my ODB dedication and understand that Hip-Hop has very few stars left! GREEN LANTERN / JADAKISS RUMORS! The […]
T.I. Issues Statement To Fans
Although he currently has a lot of time on his hands while being on house arrest, rapper T.I. is staying active by working on a new album. For the rapper, the extra time represents the perfect opportunity to fully focus on the forthcoming project as well as acknowledge those who have stood with him […]
Woman Allegedly Assaulted By Da Brat Hires Attorney Willie Gary
Shayla Stevens, the Atlanta Falcons Cheerleader who was allegedly assaulted by Da Brat earlier this month, has hired prominent attorneys Willie Gary and CK Hoffler and their firm, Gary, Williams, Finney, Lewis, Watson and Sperando P.L., AllHipHop.com has learned. Gary and Hofflers high powered, Florida-based law firm will represent Stevens against not only Da […]
Cassidy: The Truth Part 1
Sway interviews Cassidy to get to the truth about the shooting involving Cassidy in 2005
Slim Thug Ft. TGT Produced by Polow Da Don
Let Me Grind
Frank Lucas Jr. Produced by G####
Business Man
BOOK REVIEW: Born In The Bronx
The average Hip-Hopper may not know the pioneers as well as he or she should, but that lack of awareness does not mean our forefathers have not been properly archived. Right, Joe Conzo? While Busy Bee, Grandmaster Caz and Grand Wizard Theodore were creating an aerie of classic Hip-Hop, Conzo was right there saying, “Cheese!” […]
Top Ten Rappers-Turned-Actors
As I was watching the repeat episode of Law and Order: SVU, the episode that Ludacris was on, I had to commend him on his acting skills. So this brought a topic to mind who are the Top Ten rappers turned actors? I decided to do a list and see if you agree or […]
Widow Of Harlem OG Bumpy Johnson Calls Frank Lucas A “Flunky”
Frank Lucas may be Hollywoods man of the moment via Denzel Washingtons portrayal of him in the film American Gangster, but the former Harlem drug lord is anything but that, according to the widow of Johnsons mentor Ellsworth “Bumpy” Johnson. In her new book Harlem Godfather: The Rap on My Husband, Ellsworth “Bumpy” Johnson, […]
Nas: Greatest Hits
Not many would argue that Nas is one of the top ten lyricists living. The rap laureates debut Illmatic put a barely known, fresh-faced MC onto the cusp of greatness. By the time he dropped his fourth album Nastradamus, a frisbee for many but still viable for his hardcore fan base, he was in this […]
Hip-Hop Rumors: Jay-Z Supports Kanye, ODB On George Bush, T.I. Bodyguard Has Friends!
ROC-A-FELLA MOURNS WITH KANYE WEST “We love you Kanye. We got you. Stay strong,” Jay-Z. On the real, the Hip-Hop community is feeling for Kanye and his loss. I heard that nearly all of Roc-A-Fella Records will be flying to Chicago for funeral and memorial services for Donda West, Kanyes doting mother. Here is a […]
Baileys Get Together With John Legend and Friends: Hammerstein Ballroom, NYC 11/9/07
Metropolitan was the theme and good music was definitely in the house, as the Bailey’s sponsored John Legend Showcase was in full effect. Hammerstein Ballroom, NYC was packed to the brim with hipsters and tastemakers all ready to see whether the Legend was myth or legit.The warm-up for the evening was a group called the […]
UPDATE: Dr. Donda West’s Funeral Info; Statement From West Family
The family of superstar rapper Kanye West are making funeral arrangements for Dr. Donda Williams-West in Oklahoma City, who passed away on Saturday. A spokesperson for Howard-Harris Funeral home told KOCO Channel 5 in Oklahoma City that the family had contacted them in preparation for Dr. Wests funeral. Kanye West released the following statement:”Kanye […]
C-Murder Talks New DVD and Album
Rapper C-Murder is hitting the ground running after an overturned prison conviction with a forthcoming DVD and album. The DVD, titled The Movement, finds the artist (born Corey Miller) offering fans a peek into his current mind state as he gears up for the release of his first album in five years, Screamin’ 4 […]
Big Tigger Signs On As DJ For Washington Wizards
Syndicated radio personality Big Tigger has signed on to be the official DJ of the NBAs Washington Wizards. Tigger, born Darius Morgan, will provide the music for each one of the home games, as well as entertain the crowd. “I am very pleased to be working with the Washington Wizards organization,” Big Tigger […]
Koch Records Inks Distribution Deal With Fat Beats
Koch Records has signed Brooklyn-based Hip-Hop label Fat Beats to a physical and digital distribution deal. Fat Beats, which was established in 1994, originally launched as a record store, but soon turned into a critically acclaimed record label, releasing projects from artists like Atmosphere, Edo G. & Pete Rock, Afu Ru, Krs-One and others. […]
Common Teams With Lincoln To Promote Navigator Brand
Chicago rapper Common has partnered with Lincoln to promote the 2008 Navigator.Common will be featured in a number of advertisements and promotional activities with Common’s community outreach programs.The rapper will appear in national TV, radio and print advertisements.The first spot, titled “Common,” will debut nationwide on November 25 during NFL Sunday Night Football on NBC.Lincoln […]
