The Purpose Of Racism
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 Issues Statement Regarding T-Pain Incident
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 T-Pain, born Faheem Najm, was stopped driving a Lamborghini Gallardo in June, but his license had been revoked for being a habitual traffic violator, officials reported.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 […]

Hip-Hop Rumors: Soulja Boy Takes A Leak? Jay-Z’s Roc Boy Video, Amy’s Winehouse, Alicia Keys’ Best Bud!
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 wasnt around, […]

Will.i.am Joins Doritos Search for Unsigned Talent
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 […]

NFL WEEK 9 Picks
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 […]

NBA 2007/2008 PREVIEW: Pacific Division
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 DAntoni The good: A focused Nash, Amare and Marion give them the tools to […]

Plies: Speech Is My Hammer
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. Floridas latest installment, Plies, continually straddles this line. The brash rapper’s debut, The Real Testament, is filled with examples of the tempering […]

Smif N Wessun: The Album
Since their inception Smif N Wessun have been a vital piece of one of raps 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 teams […]

Junk Science: Gran’Dad’s Nerve Tonic
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 […]

American Gangster Movie Special
AllHipHop.com gives you a special look at the American Gangster The Movie

Jay-Z To Take Over Sirius Hip-Hop Station For A Week
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 […]

Snoop Dogg To Headline 40-City ABA Tour
Snoop Dogg has signed on to head the American Basketball Associations (ABA) Red, White and Blue Concert Tour, which kicks off in December. Starting December 15, Snoop Dogg will hit 40 ABA cities during the tour, which launches in Anderson, Indiana. We couldn’t be more pleased to have one of the great legends […]

Hurricane Chris: 51/50 Ratchet
Hurricane Chris performance on 51/50 Ratchet (Pologrounds/J Records) is like Rex Grossman on the 2006 Chicago Bearshes the only thing holding the team back from winning the championship. The Shreveport, Louisiana native shows some potential on his debut but hes overshadowed by standout production. Chris rudimentary lyrics and recycled song topics show a narrow view […]

Jacob The Jeweler Pleads Guilty; Faces Up To 48 Months In Prison
Celebrity jeweler Jacob Arabov pleaded guilty Wednesday (Oct. 31) in federal court to charges of falsifying records and giving false statements to investigators looking into a multi-state drug ring. According to a news release from U.S. Attorney Stephen J. Murphy Arabov will serve up to 46 months in prison and pay a $2 million […]

Hip-Hop Live Tour: Rakim, Ghostface, Brother Ali
Hip-Hop is dead is a catchphrase with too much of a shelf life, but one mid-west rhyme sayer and two rap legends came to LA and proved that slogan wrong. Ghostface Killah, Rakim, and Brother Ali, put on a Hip-Hop show with a live band. All three artists touched the crowd with performances alongside The […]

AHH Stray News: Eve, Da Brat, Ghostface, J-Hood
Actress/model and Grammy Award winning rapper Eve will give an exclusive performance at the Fashion in the Park event starting tomorrow in Dallas, Texas (Nov. 3). The four-day event takes place at the NorthPark Center, the largest shopping center in North Texas. Eve will perform at the Fashion in the Park gala to benefit the […]

T-Pain Arrested In Florida; Tops Ringtone Sales
R&B singer and producer T-Pain was arrested this morning (November 2) in Florida by Leon County Sheriff officers for outstanding warrants in Tallahassee. According to reports, T-Pain, born Faheem Najm, is charged with a non-moving traffic violation and driving with a suspended license. The arrest comes one day before FAMUs homecoming, where T-Pain, […]

Jay-Z Ft. Trey Songz and Pharrell
Blue Magic (Remix)