Nas: Nas Favorite Things (Part 2)
Nass look and image has always remained relatively consistent since he made his debut in the early 1990’s. It is not by accident. The thirty-something rapper offers his tips for staying fit and healthy (after running down his gadgets, cars and other objects in Part 1). In addition, AllHipHop threw some Hip-Hop-related questions that really […]
Boot Camp Clik: Casualties of War
The summer of 2006 witnessed the longstanding super-group The Boot Camp Clik release their richest, most skillful work in The Last Stand. Arguably perceived as a cry for attention, the militant Brooklyn outfit made music to gain recognition after a chapter of critical and mainstream ignorance since the late 90s. As it were, the stand […]
T.I.: The Man Who Would Be King
T.I. just couldnt wait to be King. In 2006, if there were any other bidders for the crown of the South, Clifford T.I. Harris raised his hand and his voice blocking out whatever and whoever else. As his fast-selling T.I. vs. Tip album continues to find buyers, and get discovered through second […]
Yung Joc Readies Sophomore LP ‘Hustlenomics’
Block Entertainment/Bad Boy South artist Yung Joc is preparing to release his sophomore album, titled Hustlenomics.The album is the follow up to the rapper’s platinum selling debut New Joc City, which spawned hits like “It’s Going Down” and “I Know You See It.”Yung Joc’s Hustlenomics was sonically crafted by producers like Cool & Dre, Jazze […]
Nas: Nas Favorite Things (Part 1)
Nas has been one of Hip-Hops most beloved sons through the years. But, what does the rap star love? AllHipHop.com caught the Queensbridge king and conversed about what he utilizes to complement his even-evolving life. AllHipHop.com: Whats your favorite gadget and why? Nas: Like I, I mean like Im not really a gadget dude, but […]
Different Spins : Queens Finest
DJ Envy, CEO of Blok Entertainment has made his niche in the mixtape market by providing exclusive music and freestyles by the hottest rappers in the industry . Signed in early 2003 to Desert Storm Records, he released his commercial debut The Desert Storm Mixtape: DJ Envy, Blok party Vol. 1. DJ Whoo Kid put […]
Alpha Phi Alpha Members Encouraged to Stop Hiring N-Word Using DJs
The battle to ban the N-word marked a new chapter Saturday (Aug. 11) as the general president of Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity urged members of Alpha fraternities on college campuses to not hire DJs who use the controversial word.”We want to go on record and tell our college brethren not to use DJs or play […]
Hip-Hop Rumors: FOXY BROWN IN AFRICA! 50 CENT NOT WORKING WIT DRE? THE JENA 6!
GAY RAP CEO IN THE A? I have been informed that this is the biggest rumor in the ATL these days. From what I have been told, one the baddest CEOs in the Dirty South is actually gay and is in a relationship with a well-known barber who is outwardly gay. Now, from what I […]
Public Enemy: How You Sell Soul to a Soulless People Who Sold Their Soul?
Why isnt Chuck D. comparable to Reverend Butts or Sharpton? Like collaborator KRS-One did with Hip Hop Lives this year, he stopped merely griping about Hip-Hops deterioration and has instead offered a compelling alternative to raps violent mainstream malaise. How You Sell Soul to a Soulless People Who Sold Their Soul? (Slam Jamz) is a […]
Lil Mo: Big Pain & Paper Business
With a previous hit single titled “Superwoman,” it would be safe to assume that it was just a mere song concept. That might not be the case with Lil Mo. Truth be told, there’s a little more to Lil Mo than a few radio hits and features. She joins the ranks of women determined to […]
Mr. Marcus: Come To Daddy
If youve ever watched an adult film from the late 90s or today, you might know who Mr. Marcus is. And if youve never seen his work, some might say there are a few things to gain from watching him in action. Known for wearing his baseball cap while performing, Mr. Marcus has been in […]
Ludacris Hosts Free Concert
Ludacris and NBA Seattle SuperSonics forward Damien Wilkins have teamed up to host a free concert to uplift and bring the community together.The Ludacris & Friends, Strength in Numbers Concert will be hosted by Wilkins and Ludacris and will focus on the positive development of the community.The concert, which will be held Sunday, September 2nd, […]
C-Rayz Walz: Organized Confusion
C-Rayz Walz may not be the most famous rapper in the world, but hes arguably the most charismatic MC you “might have” heard of. If you arent aware, he came up in the streets of New York as a stick-up kid who once tried to jux the Notorious B.I.G. for rockin a Coogi sweater. […]
Don’t Believe the Hype: Freshly Roasted Flavor Flav
While Flavor Flav may have become an object of ridicule through cable televisions last five years of programming, we, as a Hip-Hop journalists, cant help but roast the man for his merits. Its arguable that no hype-man in Hip-Hop history has done more. Flav, who with one late-released solo album, has […]
Andre 3000: Class of 3000 Music, Vol. 1
Andre 3000, born André Lauren Benjamin, is one half of Hip-Hops buried treasure, Outkast, an accomplished musician and actor, and now Sunny Bridges, a prize-winning musician who gives up touring to teach at his alma mater. Class of 3000, co-created, executive produced and starring Benjamin, is Cartoon Networks latest attempt to progress with the times. […]
AHH Stray News: The Game, Roxanne Shante, R. Kelly, Queen Pen
Compton, California rapper The Game will make his debut in the Angolan capital of Luanda this weekend. According to the Angola Press, The Game landed in Luanda on Thursday, in preparation for two dates on Saturday (August 11) and Sunday (August 12). The rapper and an entourage of 12 will perform at the Atlantico Cinema […]
Ja Rule Appears In Court To Dispute Contractor’s Claim
Weeks after being charged with criminal weapons possession after leaving a recent concert, rapper Ja Rule has made another appearance in court. The rapper, born Jeffrey Atkins, appeared in court yesterday (Aug. 9) with his lawyer Brian Neary to dispute a complaint brought on by Joel Tobia, a local contractor. Tobia told the […]
Hip-Hop Rumors: LEBRON JAMES’ ARTIST? DAME DASH BACK AT DEF JAM! CRUNCHY BLACK GOSPEL RAPPER?
ALLHIPHOP WEEK 2007 SEPTEMBER 15-21st. New York City. If you don’t know, now you know. More info…TOMORROW. LMAO! IVE BEEN HAD! All this time I thought Mel Bs man was related to Harry Belafonte! That dude isnt even related to the great Harry Belafonte! His real last name is Standsbury! Aint that a b-word? Now, […]
Master P. Endorses Barack Obama; Issues Challenge To Media
Rap mogul Percy “Master P.” Miller is joining the ranks of Halle Berry, Oprah Winfrey and others, as the rapper has officially announced his support for presidential candidate Barack Obama. Master P. recently partnered with the NAACP to help minorities understand their impact on elections and the importance of voting. “We always think […]
