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http://allhiphop.comSay what you will about Karrine Steffans, but thanks to her debut book Confessions of a Video Vixen, you probably know who she is. Whether the purpose of her book was merely to launch her career or to unmask the sexually explicit life of the music industry is still up for debate. However, one thing […]
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Popular Hip-Hop DJ Funkmaster Flex has announced a partnership with Microsoft’s Automotive Business Unit to promote Windows Automotive. Windows Automotive is a software platform designed to improve in-car “infotainment” for drivers. The new advanced infotainment systems will debut during Flex’s annual Custom Car and Bike Show Tour and in his reality TV series […]
This is the question I am asked most frequently– obviously by people who don’t know me, because those who do know me ask me how they can sell more records on their own, not how can they get into a slave contract and become a sharecropper. But once again, for those who don’t want to […]
Developer: Nintendo Japan Platform: Nintendo Wii Rating: A (5/5) It’s no secret that the Super Mario platformer has been slumping lately. The last generation gave us two good games in Luigi’s Mansion and Super Mario Sunshine, but compared to the previous two, Super Mario 64 and Super Mario World, both Mansion and Sunshine, […]
It’s not often you come across a DJ who cares less about their individual plight in the game, but rather cares more about the progression of the entire culture of the music. Assassin, leader of the new generation of dancehall artists, according to Sean Paul, is bringing dancehall to the next level. On Assassin’s uncensored […]
A new clue may have surfaced to help apprehend the murderer who shot and killed legendary Run-DMC DJ, Jam Master Jay. Jam Master Jay, born Jason Mizell, was gunned down in his recording studio, 24/7, on October 30, 2002. While no one has ever been named a suspect in the murder, Jam Master Jay’s best […]
I begin this new installment by apologizing in advance for the incomplete nature of the subject matter being presented. I seek only to give brief examples and not go too in depth into slavery or racism, but more so to discuss why we were once the victims of this and other Americans still hold onto […]
Jive Records has issued a statement explaining the arrest of superstar producer/R&B singer T-Pain. T-Pain, born Faheem Najm, was stopped driving a Lamborghini Gallardo in June, but his license had been revoked for being a habitual traffic violator, officials reported. Police issued an arrest warrant on June 15 charging the rapper with a […]
Do not forget to read yesterday’s rumors, ladies and gents! Jay-Z As Frank Lucas? Rockers Got Jokes? Can’t Ban The Snowman! Rza Gets Jacked By Corporate Sharks? Rihanna’s Earthquake Scare! AND MORE! THE ROC BOYS ARE IN THE BUILDING! Roc-A-Fella, Y’all! So, the Roc Boys are officially in the building. Of course I wasn’t around, […]
Black Eyed Peas member will.i.am has teamed up with the Doritos brand and Interscope Geffen A&M (IGA) Records to find undiscovered musical talent in a new contest. The competition, which will run through Nov. 25, is open to all unsigned artists. Contestants must submit an original song inspired by their passion and creativity based […]
This is it. Patriots vs. The Indianapolis Colts. Bill Belichick vs. Tony Dungy. Tom Brady vs. Peyton Manning. These are the type of games that a sports fan lives for. With the history between the two teams and the stakes that are on the line, this makes for an exciting match-up. . The winner […]
To finish up our NBA Preview, we look at the star studded Pacific Division. Phoenix Suns Projected Starting Lineup: C Amare Stoudemire PF Shawn MarionSF Grant Hill SG Raja Bell PG Steve Nash Coach: Mike D’Antoni The good: A focused Nash, Amare and Marion give them the tools to […]
There is a fine line in the Hip-Hop world between being real and being too real. While some speculate about the abrasive commentary spewed out by certain MCs, others find it equally refreshing. Florida’s latest installment, Plies, continually straddles this line. The brash rapper’s debut, The Real Testament, is filled with examples of the tempering […]
Since their inception Smif N Wessun have been a vital piece of one of rap’s most talented, yet underappreciated crews, the Boot Camp Click. Over the years the BCC has boasted a team of hard-knock emcees such as Sean Price, Buckshot, O.G.C. and Heltah Skeltah. All have collectively or individually helped to push the team’s […]
Following their critically acclaimed 2005 debut, Feeding Einstein, Nuclear Family members Baje One and DJ Snafu better known as Junk Science return two years later with Gran’Dad’s Nerve Tonic (Definitive Jux/Embedded). Featuring a brew strange enough that even Cream could appreciate, the Brooklyn duo dishes out a wittily intoxicating concept album.Maintaining their unique melange of […]
AllHipHop.com gives you a special look at the American Gangster The Movie
Rapper Jay-Z will take over Sirius Satellite Radio’s Hip-Hop Nation (Channel 40) for one week, it was announced today (November 2).Jay-Z Nation launches for one week starting November 5th at 5 pm ET.The channel will feature music from the American Gangster movie, Jay-Z songs and personal favorites.During the week, Jay-Z Nation will air a live […]
