Its Joe Clair! Lets Clear Some Things Up…
What up, folks. Its ya boy Joe Clair. I just got the nod from my homies to start writing for AllHipHop.com and I couldnt be more excited. I have been waiting to get some s**t off my chest, in writing, for a long ass time. So check back here periodically to see whats on my […]
Deep Cut Conversations: Rich Boy’s “Let’s Get This Paper”
Let’s Get This Paper” by Rich Boy Maybe you didn’t hear it; Rich Boy’s offering up more advice than just how to pimp your ride. The Zone 4 Alabama star vented on one of the final moments of his debut album, “Let’s Get This Paper” Overtop careful, choral production from Polow da Don, […]
Ball 4 Real: Hoop Dreamchasers
Hoops and Hip-Hop go better together than chicken noodle soup with soda on the side. Whether it’s Master P never giving up his dream, or Chris Webber banging out beats for Nasir, we’ve seen the glamorous side. But on the gritty, the Ball4Real ballers and rappers are kind of the same, both speak with […]
Too $hort Drops New Compilation, Prepping New Album
Oakland rap veteran Too $hort recently released the first compilation from his new label Up All Night Music titled I Love The Bay. The 16-track album hit stores on July 17 and features a who’s-who of Bay area rappers, including heavyweights like E-40, Keak Da Sneak, Messy Marv, Yukmouth, San Quinn, The Pack, Zion […]
1520 Sedgwick Avenue to be Recognized as Official Birthplace of Hip-Hop
1520 Sedgwick Avenue, long considered an important site in the creation of Hip-Hop, is officially eligible to be recognized as landmark by the State of New York.Organizers will hold a a press conference on Monday (July 23) announcing that the New York State Office of Parks Recreation and Historic Preservation approved an application on July […]
Nas, Sway, Others Confirmed For Chris Webber’s ‘Bada Bling’ Weekend
Detroit Piston’s center/forward Chris Webber will host his 2nd Annual Bada Bling Celebrity Weekend at Caesar’s Palace and various locations throughout Las Vegas July 20-22. The celebrity weekend, which will be hosted by comedian Charlie Murphy, raises money for The Chris Webber Foundation, Webber’s nonprofit with an objective of increasing literacy among disadvantaged youth. […]
Hip-Hop Rumors: REMY MA: I DIDNT SHOOT NOBODY!
DON IMUS LOOKS FOR A BLACK FACE You knew we hadnt heard the last of Don Imus, right? Well, there are rumors abound that the Imus Man aka Mr. Nappy Headed Hoe has a new job. Now, I heard a rumor months ago that Imus secured a gig in satellite radio, but he must have […]
Arrest Warrant Issued For Rapper Chopper
Former Bad Boy South rapper Chopper is once again a wanted man. The Baltimore Examiner reports that bench warrant has been issued for the arrest of the rapper, who is best known for his stint on MTV’s Making the Band 2. According to Elizabeth Bartholomew, a spokeswoman for Maryland’s Division of Parole and […]
Guru: Jazzmatazz, Vol. 4The Hip-Hop Jazz Messenger
After establishing himself as the lyrical component of one of most influential duos in Hip-Hop, Gang Starr, Gurus name does carry some serious weight. To the commercially driven aficionados of todays Hip-pop his prophecies will more than likely fall upon deaf ears; but to the true disciples of Hip-Hop his presence will be forever welcomed. […]
The Lyricist’s Last Stand
Its Moment time! Its Moooment Tiiiime! While Im not a fan of Reverend Jesse, his words are very appropriate in understanding when to seize an opportunity. There are many pivotal points in history where an action could have gone left instead of right, and that moment would alter everything. Imagine if Rosa Parks wasnt that […]
Rapper 50 Cent Disses President George Bush
Rapper 50 Cent may have plenty of enemies in Hip-Hop, but the chart topping rapper is also taking aim at outgoing embattled president, George W. Bush Jr. During a 2005 interview with GQ Magazine in which 50 Cent and Kanye West won “Men of the Year” honors, 50 Cent expressed a desire to meet President […]
Global Mixx Music Retreat Kicks Off July 19
The Global Mixx Music Retreat 2007 has kicked off another summer music workshop, set to take place in Chicago July 19-23. Hosted by Live Radio, this music industry “how-to” breaks down the do’s and don’ts within the music business, giving managers, artists, and label executives the knowledge they need to have a successful career. […]
Kanye West Hosts Fundraiser To Aid Chicago School System
Six-time Grammy Award winning rapper Kanye West will host his foundation’s inaugural benefit concert in his hometown of Chicago, Illinois on August 24. West will host a concert and VIP event to raise money for the Kanye West Foundation, with funds earmarked to establish the Loop Dreams Teacher Training Institute in Chicago in 2008. […]
AHH Stray News: Wyclef, Billie Holiday, ‘N Word’ Strikes, Median
Wyclef Jean recently showcased tracks from his upcoming album Carnival II: Memoirs of An Immigrant. Jean previewed the album to a variety of Asian record executives at the Sheraton Beach Resort in Langkawi, Malaysia last week. The album, which is sequel to his platinum-plus 1997 solo debut The Carnival, features guest appearances by Mary J. […]
