Nelson George, Jamie Foxx Working On ‘Motherf***er’ Documentary
Noted author/filmmaker Nelson George has recruited Oscar-winning actor Jamie Foxx for a new documentary on the impact of the word “motherf***er.” With his new film, George hopes to facilitate discussion among people about the use of “motherf***er” among Blacks. “I’ve done a ton of research on it and Jamie’s going to work on […]
Chrisette Michele: I Am
She is Chrisette Michele and with her debut, I Am (Def Jam), this constituent of the House of Hov delivers one of the quietest, yet most powerful albums out there. With collaborations from Salaam Remi, John Legend, Will.I.Am and Babyface, the team of producers and writers is a combination that resulted in an album much […]
BREEDING GROUND Part 1: What Do A&R’s Look For In An Artist?
AllHipHop.com has become notorious as the one stop for Hip-Hop heads to overdose on all things Hip-Hop; Music, News, Alternative interviews and the best rumors in the industry, here we have it all. Yet, one section of the site is geared to help both artists looking to get on and the label executives who are […]
Kardinal Offishall Preps New Mixtape; Single Featuring Akon Rap Debut
Mixtape DJ and radio personality Clinton Sparks has teamed up with Canadian Hip-Hop MC Kardinal Offishall to release the brand new Do The Right Thing mixtape, which hits streets this summer. The mixtape features artists like Akon, Little Brother, Bishop Lamont, and Daytona with freestyles, brand songs, and remixes by produced by Kardinal Offishall […]
Kinfolk Kia Shine: Well-Done
The era of ringtone raps are in full bloom – whether you’re partying like a rockstar, standing under an umbrella, or explaining why you’re hot. Kinfolk Kia Shine is one of the latest rappers to move directly into Top 40 radio, with his “Krispy” single’s addictive chorus and “Paul Revere” bassline. However, if you think […]
Young Buck: Slow Roll to the Top
It’s been over three months since Buck the World was released to the masses. Young Buck’s second album may lack the surging singles of his debut, but his 2007 effort remains a pillar in “album of the year” discussions, with or without strong radio play. While programmers might duck the Buck, media headlines […]
AHH Stray News: Don King, Diana, Solange Knowles
Don King has been hired as the first voice actor in a new upcoming Hip-Hop animated project tentatively titled The Seven Deadly Sins. The project is part of a slate of new programming being launched by Frederator Films, a new indie film feature company. Frederator’s partners include Fred Seibert, who was former head of Hanna-Barbera, […]
DTP Ft. Ludacris, Chingy, Norfolk and Steph Jones
Celebrity Chick
Foxy Brown Ft. Grafh
We Don’t Surrender
Lil Boosie Ft. Trae UGK, Chamillionaire, Jim Jones, Fat Joe, Jadakiss and Webbie
Wipe Me Down (Remix)
Chubb Rock Working On New Album Dedicated To Late Wife
Rapper Chubb Rock hopes to make add another chapter to his story in Hip-Hop, with a new album titled The Grown and Sexy Theory, which hits stores this year. Fans around the world recognize the rapper’s unique voice and delivery on his trio of hit singles “Just The Two Of Us,” “The Chubbster” and […]
Sean Price Ft. Buckshot
Frankenstein
Hip-Hop Rumors: THE GAME WANTS HIS iPHONE
THE GAME WANTS HIS iPHONE? This is classic, if this has even a shred of truth. On the day the iPhone hits the stores, I heard there was a certain retail outlet in Cali selling the pricey & revolutionary device. Well, I heard that the Game graced Hawthorne with this aura and he was […]
Macy Gray: Real Love
In this era of manufactured reality show stars, American Idol runners-up, and Mouseketeer graduates dominating the charts, the beautifully talented Macy Gray automatically stands out and adds a breath of fresh air to the current stale and somewhat repetitive music industry. For a while though, the helium-voiced Miss Gray seemed to be coasting instead of […]
T.I.: T.I. vs T.I.P.
We should all be sick of What You Know by now, but even a year later, if the DJ throws it in the mix you will put your screw face on and bounce. Every MC prays for that kind of hit, but the few that get one usually crumble under the pressure of following up. […]
American Tennis Star Vince Spadea Raps At Wimbledon
Outspoken American tennis player Vince Spadea currently has his eyes set on a Wimbledon title with doubles partner Vania King, but the 32-year-old pro hopes to earn another title as well – recorded rapper. Spadea, who is the #5 American seed and # 64 in the world of Tennis, raps under the moniker “Vin […]
Huey: Notebook Paper
Huey comes out barking on the intro to his album, Notebook Paper (Jive Records), promising to be different and attempting to stray away from the rapper stereotype. Unfortunately, the St. Louis representative lacks in the lyrical department. However, thanks to a great production team, Notebook Paper is actually a bearable listen. Tight beats and unoriginal […]
Arrest Warrant Issued For Man Accused Of Ordering Foxy Brown Attack
The drama surrounding Foxy Brown’s assault continues, as police have intensified their search for the man accused of ordering several prostitutes to attack the rapper in the early morning hours on Saturday, June 23, in Brooklyn, New York. Police are seeking to question Timothy Collier, 33, about his involvement in the assault, which took […]
Lil’ Wayne Denies Romantic Links To Trina, Other Women
Cash Money Records rapper/president Lil’ Wayne has dismissed recent reports that he and Miami rapper Trina have rekindled their romance. The former lovers reunited on stage last month during Miami Live at club Santos in front of a packed crowd, during Lil’ Wayne’s rendition of his song “Prostitute F#####.” Trina was in the […]
The Brutal Truth: Hip-Hop and Black Love
I was recently watching a panel on sexism in Hip-Hop and one of the topics mentioned was how black women feel Black men no longer love them. I believe a quote attributed to Jill Scott asking, Who loves us? became central to the dialogue.As a Black male, I want to make it very clear that […]
