Gemstar Da Goldenchild: Star Quality
Finding substance in the South isnt hard to find, in Lexington, South Carolina, Gemstar Da Goldenchild is a prime example of an artist that sticks to kicking raw rhymes as opposed to leanin and rockin. Gemstar embodies the essence of a MC capable to spitting metaphoric rhymes and witty punchlines, a style once thought to […]
Sean Kingston: Trenchtown Rap
Usually when popular producers take young, unknown MCs under their wing and unleash them on the industry, the results make Hip-Hop history. Puffy did it for Biggie, Dre did it for Eminem, and Large Professor did it for Nas. In 2007, enter Sean Kingston, the first artist to be signed by super-producer Jonathan J.R. Rotem […]
The Music Nation Quarterfinalists
Legions of rap fans love to scan websites for forgotten gems of the video era while others comb MP3 databases looking for the next talent to tell their friends about. These worlds collide at Music Nation, where hopefuls enter their videos for the chance to win some cash and a contract with Epic Records. Amidst […]
Snoop Dogg: Boss at the Boards
A decade ago, then-Snoop Doggy Dogg with the help of L.T. Hutton, freaked a Zapp sample for what would become Beware of My Crew for The Line Thin Between Love & Hate Soundtrack. The period found the rapper on a frugal label, taking responsibilities into his own hands to make hit after hit. Following his […]
MC Eiht of Warzone: Compton’s Uncrowned King
When full story of Hip-Hop is told, much more credit will be given to the West Coast rap scene. While many of the worlds hardest Bronx-centric Hip-Hop historians might try to downplay the lyrical and political impact of the West, it cannot be ignored. Case in point, MC Eiht. Before most of todays so-called gangster […]
Royce Da 5’9″: The Bar Exam
Weve all heard about that one kid with talent. The one guy where the world is literally waiting to be his oyster. Its the kid thats about to get the full scholarship to Princeton. Its Len Bias coming out of college. Its Ryan Royce Da 59 Montgomery spitting rhyme for rhyme with Eminem circa 98. […]
Ne-Yo: Because Of You
While Def Jam MCs are complaining left and right about slow release schedules and lackluster marketing, the labels R&B artists dont seem to be having any problems. Like labelmate Rihanna, singer/songwriter Ne-Yo is quickly following up his successful debut with Because of You (Def Jam), a focused and mature look at the artist that puts […]
Bravez Team Hyphy: All Systems Go
With the hyphy (or hyphie) craze invading the music industry and permeating the ears of the Hip-Hop lovers the last few years, it was only a question of when – not if. With Bravez Team Hyphy, the sub-genre’s first foray into the boy band idiom has officially started. Unfortunately, it’s not All Systems Go (Stand Up/Green Light), as […]
Sage Francis: Non-Profit Prophet
In the words of Sage Francis himself, A lot of s**t has happened since A Healthy Distrust. The poetic, lyricist, battle MC, political dissident and one-time ice cream server has amassed a collection of thought-provoking songs and molded them into his latest album, Human the Death Dance, out this month on Epitaph Records. With a […]
AllHipHop’s Women’s Month Trackback
Women rappers don’t get nearly enough credit. Often times, radio pushes messages about “Lip Gloss” or “No Panties” when there are some truly ferocious or groundbreaking MCs out there. AllHipHop.com tracked it back, not to the biggest, the most successful, or even the most underground moments, instead, we’ve highlighted 10 tracks that show that the […]
Phat Kat: Carte Blanche
Phat Kat has a lot to be passionate about. As a matter of fact he should be pretty damn frustrated. Aside from the passing of his longtime friend DJ/Producer J Dilla, the lyrical go-getter rarely gets the credit due for putting Detroit on the map. His name is often lost when Eminem, Slum Village and […]
Rep For Akon Responds To Loon’s Accusation; Trinidadian PM Wants Investigation Of Dirty Dance
Akon didn’t knowingly steal a song from rapper Loon says Bu, the co-CEO of Akon’s Konvict Muzik. Loon, formerly of Sean “Diddy” Combs Bad Boy Records, claims that his vocals were stripped from the song “Who Is That” and another artist was added with vocals from T-Pain and Akon. “Akon had heard the instrumental with […]
Lucy Diamonds: Lucy in the Sky
Working to establish respect among the elite MCs in the rap game, Hip-Hop enthusiast Lucy Diamonds came along way from taking shots at Jay-Z, to now working on receiving the stamp of approval from common ears. Often in Hip-Hop struggle is used as fuel to aspiring artists teaching them to be hungry yet humble. Lucy […]
DJ Drama: Triumph
If youre a quality DJ you better know how to juggle. Not just the ones and twos, but actual multi-tasking: deejaying, production, mixtapes, life. Unless youve been hiding under a rock, youve heard about January 16, 2006the day the RIAA sent federal agents to arrest DJ Drama and DJ Don Cannon of the Aphiliates Music […]
The White Man is the Devil Volume 2: Citizen Caine
Artist: SlaineTitle: The White Man is the Devil Volume 2: Citizen CaineRating: 3 StarsReviewed by: Kathy Iandoli The heart of Boston Hip-Hop is forever held in the arms of its independent artists. Logistically, Beantown can give New York a run for its money in the number of lyricists that flood the underground. Almost impossible to […]
Tony Yayo To Make Court Appearance, Rally Taking Place Outside Courtroom
Over a month after rapper Tony Yayos altercation with the 14-year-old son of Jimmy Henchmen Rosemond, Yayo is finally expected to make his first appearance in court on Wednesday (Apr. 25). Yayo’s court appearance stems from allegations stating that the rapper slapped and verbally assaulted Rosemonds son as he was walking to Czar Entertainment for […]
Rick Ross Working on New Magazine and Record Label
Things may be looking fine enough for Rick Ross to sit back and relax, but the Miami rapper is eyeing a variety of ventures, including a new magazine and record label. Although the projects have yet to get off the ground, Ross is taking his time to ensure things are done his way and is […]
Common Publicly Apologizes for Duke Lacrosse Team Comments
A little more than a year after voicing his views on the Duke University lacrosse team rape case, rapper Common has issued a public apology. During a recent interview with the Raleigh News and Observer, Common admitted his comments came from personal reactions that didn’t reflect the facts of the case. As a result, the […]
Jesse Jackson Targeted At GE Shareholders Meeting Over 2002 Slick Rick Appearance
Politician/activist Rev. Jesse Jackson has been targeted by the National Legal and Police Center (NLPC), a watch dog group based in Falls Church, Virginia. Peter Flaherty, president of the National Legal and Policy Center (NLPC), is supporting a shareholder proposal, which is asking corporate giant General Electric to disclose its charitable giving. Flaherty and the […]
Eminem In Talks To Buy Concert Hall Featured In ‘8 Mile’
Rapper Eminem is in talks to buy St. Andrew’s Hall, a Detroit venue owned by Live Nation. According to The Detroit News, Eminem is negotiating to buy the venue from Live Nation, formerly Clear Channel Entertainment, for an undisclosed amount. Live Nation, which was created in 2005, owns or operates over 120 performance venues worldwide. […]
