DMX: The DEFinition of XPick Of The Litter
X gives it to you every time. Despite Pick of the Litters (Def Jam) omissions both holy and notThe Convo and The Omenthis collection reminds us that DMX puts his guts into his music, whether its the pain or the peace; the faith or the violence. Ten years have passed since he dropped Ruff Ryders […]
Hip-Hop Rumors: The Game vs Lil Scrappy? Young Buck vs DJ Khaled? Paul Mooney vs Oprah?
This edition of the rumors are sponsored by Lil’ Sprout, Jolly Green Giant lil’ homey! YOUNG BUCK RIDES ON DJ KHALED Young Buck has lashed out at DJ Khaled for not playing his records. Just last week, I saw Khaled talking about how hes about that peace and that love. But, maybe its not all […]
Fabolous Hits #1 With New Album
Island Def Jam artist Fabolous hit # 1 on Billboard’s R&B/Hip-Hop Chart and #2 on The Billboard 200 Chart with his latest release, From Nothing to Something. According to Soundscan the CD, which was released on June 12th, sold over 158,640 copies its first week in stores, making it Fabolous’ biggest first week of […]
Amadeus: Piano Man
After achieving platinum status with his first mainstream release off the Cradle to the Grave soundtrack, Antwan Amadeus Thompson became more than just your ordinary, run of the mill producer. A musician since the tender age of eight, Amadeus has proven that hard work and individuality are the keys to success. Having produced tracks for […]
Das EFX: Biggety Back
Das EFX stormed onto the music scene in the early ’90s with iggity style and hardcore Timberland-stomping lyrics. The group was discovered by EPMD during a Virginia talent contest, and soon after the show, they begin working on their first album. The first album they released went platinum, and it made Das EFX a household […]
Mims Teams With Dame Dash’s BlockSavvy.com
New York rapper Mims, best known for his chart-topping single “This Is Why I’m Hot,” was recently granted his own channel on BlockSavvy.com, a social networking site that focuses on urban culture and lifestyle. Mims’ channel will feature exclusive video performances and Mims will also interact with BlockSavvy.com members, answering questions and sending shout […]
Bone Thugs-N-Harmony Shoot New Movie; Launch New Watch Collection
After a hiatus of almost five years, Grammy award winning Hip-Hop group Bone Thugs-N-Harmony returned to the top of the charts with their newest album Strength and Loyalty in May. Now the group’s resurgence continues with a new movie and the release of their signature watch, “The Bones Watch” through Freeze Watches. Up […]
Del, A Plus, Souls of Mischief Hit The Road
Hieroglyphic members Del The Funky Homosapien, A Plus and the Souls of Mischief are hitting the road this July in support of new releases on their independent label, Hiero Imperium. Souls of Mischief will hit the road for a tour of Canada and the United States. The tour kicks of in Johnson City, […]
Diddy’s Former Bodyguard Busted For Identity Theft
A man that provided high level security services to celebrities like Sean “Diddy” Combs and Hillary Duff has been sentenced to prison for identity theft, after years of living and working under an assumed identity. According to The Miami Herald, Combs bodyguard Robert A. Morillo was sentenced Friday (June 15) in federal court to […]
50 Cent, Al Pacino, Robert Dinero Star In ‘Righteous Kill’
Rapper 50 Cent has been tapped to star as a drug dealer in the movie Righteuous Kill, which also co-stars legendary actors Al Pacino and Rober De Niro. The rapper revealed the news on Tuesday, during the launch of a Mahattan showroom for his G-Unit clothing. “I’m not even sure they know yet,” […]
Timbaland Ft. Keri Hilson, D.O.E. and Sebastian
Behind The Scenes Footage of “The Way I Are” Video Shoot
The Game Ft. Omar Cruz and WC
Powerhouse
Big Lou Ft. Sheek Louch
The Champ Is Here
Hip-Hop Rumors: Mos Def’s New Rap Flick? Lil’ Kim Back? Xtina Aggy Pregnant?
MYSPACE GETS IN MY SPACE So last night, Myspace hosted an event in Chicago and I heard it was pretty darn cool The concert at the Riv featured TI, BG, Twista, Lupe Fiasco, Young Dro, The Speedknot Mobstas, Big Kuntry and more. I hope you all did yourself a favor and checked out the […]
Trill Fam: Survival of the Fittest
Don’t expect Trill Fam to reinvent the wheel with their salacious yet funky Survival of the Fittest (Trill Entertainment/Asylum). They don’t need to. While Hip-Hop purists may hate, Lil Boosie, Webbie and newcomer Foxx have created a funky mix of New Orleans bounce-styled joints that are heavy on the 808 and will have heads nodding. […]
Salt-N-Pepa Land Reality Show On VH1
Pioneering female rappers Salt-N-Pepa will star in their own reality show titled The Salt ‘N’ Pepa Show, which is one of seven new series that will premiere on VH1 in 2008. The 10-episode “celebreality” show features the Grammy winning group as they attempt to reunite both personally and professionally. Tension arises as the group attempts […]
The T.I.P. of the Ice
Videographer: Brian MappEditor: Loretta WallaceProducers: Steve Raze and Jake Paine Platinum recording artist and executive T.I. faces off with the enigmatic T.I.P. for an interview about principles, life, and loyalty. Perhaps the King of the South has a career in journalism to juggle with all the endorsements, acting, rapping and Grand Hustle Records? Larry King […]
Steve Rifkind: Louder than a Bomb
Steve Rifkind has always been two steps ahead. Whether it was pioneering the street team, playing an instrumental role in the discovery of Wu-Tang Clan and Akon, or creating amicable contracts with his artists, all had a heavy Rifkind hand. Fifteen years after Loud Records started, Steve now creates BattleRap through his old, original website. […]
Cupid: Blazing Arrows
Atlantas got you snappin. Miami stays hustlin, and Texas has you screwed up. Now, New Orleans artist Cupid takes the Southern movement a step further, chefing up a jambalaya of Cajun flavored music. Could this new recipe of Southern ingredients satisfy the hungry ears of the R&B gourmet as well as the microwave music lovers? […]
Do You!: 12 Laws to Access the Power in You to Achieve Happiness and Success
There are a slew of words to describe Russell Simmons: inspirational, innovative, and entrepreneurial, just to name a few. And though he oozes success out of his pores, his latest book Do You!: 12 Laws to Access the Power in You to Achieve Happiness and Success (Gotham) outlines a dozen laws that will help unleash […]
