‘White Rapper’ Persia Speaks Out Against Young Jeezy ‘White Girl’ Promotion
White female rapper Persia has spoken out against Young Jeezy & USDA’s plans to create an all-white street team to promote the group’s new single “White Girl.” According to Persia, the promotion is nothing more than a gimmick that could have unneeded racial undertones, and didn’t fit the song’s true subject matter – cocaine. “Is […]
The Outlawz Hit Bahrain; Tupac Film Festival Dates Announced
The memory of slain rap star Tupac Shakur will be honored overseas, in a tribute concert headlined the by the deceased rapper’s close affiliates the Outlawz. The New Jersey-based collective will take the stage for the Tupac Still Breathing Tour, which kicks off May 3 at the Marina Club in Manama. The outing is promoted […]
AHH Stray News: 50 Cent, Disco D, Nas, Jeezy’s ‘White Girls’
Superstar rapper 50 Cent will be a guest on tonight’s (Apr. 4) episode of Tyra Banks’ hit reality show America’s Next Top Model. The episode features the various contestants at a celebrity filled party in the Hollywood Hills. During the show, one of the models gets too close to 50 Cent and winds up getting […]
Hip-Hop Owes Women An Apology
APOLOGY: a·pol·o·gy (_-p_l’_-j_) pronunciation 1. An acknowledgment expressing regret or asking pardon for a fault or offense. An apology can mean so many different things for people, both the giver and recipient(s). So, I’ve been thinking a bit. I believe it’s high time that Hip-Hop offered an apology to its women, in particular the females […]
Snoop Challenges Bill O’Reilly, Blasts TV Host On Dutch TV
Rapper Snoop Dogg recently appeared on a Holland based-talk show and had some unflattering words for frequent rap critic Bill O’Reilly. On. Mar. 29, Snoop appeared on the talk show Jensen! which is hosted by Robert Jensen.During the interview before his performance at The Milky Way club, Snoop and Robert Jensen sipped Cristal, and Jensen […]
MC Rove Criticized by PETA
Karl Rove may want to pick his rhymes more carefully the next time he grabs the mic. MSNBC reports the Deputy White House Chief of Staff, who recently debuted his rap alias MC Rove, has come under fire from PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals), for his impromptu rap performance at the 63rd […]
German Lugers
Artist: SnowgoonsTitle: German LugersRating: 3 StarsReviewed by: Rashaan Meador The world of Hip-Hop has been increasing and, at the same time shrinking. The fact that a team of German producers would be making beats for US artists is a testament to this statement. This bridging of two sides of the world is done through the […]
Shock Value
Artist: TimbalandTitle: Shock ValueRating: 4 StarsReviewed by: Paine Timbaland and his partner Danjahandz owned the charts in 2006. Whether with Justin Timberlake, Nelly Furtado or Omarion, the Virginia veteran brought out a new sound that brought out the wallflowers and skeptics. It’s only right that in a year expected to see albums from Dr. Dre, […]
The Game Breaks Silence On Manager’s Son’s Assault, Releases Track Aimed At G-Unit
Compton, CA rapper The Game has broken his silence regarding an incident in Manhattan, NY, in which the 14-year-old son of Jimmy "Henchmen" Rosemond was allegedly assaulted by rival G-Unit rapper Tony Yayo. On "Body Bags," a new track released to the Internet yesterday, The Game, who is managed by Rosemond, addressed the altercation between […]
Baby Boy da Prince: Surivor
For most Americans, August 12, 2005 represents a dark day and thats not just describing the clouds that brought death and devastation in the name of Hurricane Katrina. The storm and resulting displacement of thousands along the Gulf shore became real life reminders of the inequities and challenges still facing poor people in our country. […]
Field Mob Member Shawn J. Arrested
Field Mob member Shawn J. was arrested last week and charged with carrying a concealed weapon and resisting arrest. Shawn J., born Shawn Timothy Johnson, was arrested by officers from the Jacksonville Sheriff Department on Mar. 27 and charged with carrying a concealed fire arm, which is a felony. The 28-year-old rapper is not eligible […]
Rev. Al Sharpton, Councilman Charles Barron Denounce Tony Yayo’s Alleged Assault Of 14-Year-Old
The Rev. Al Sharpton joined a group of people today (Apr. 2) who spoke out about an incident involving the son of Czar Entertainment founder Jimmy "Henchmen" Rosemond and G-Unit member Tony Yayo.According to reports, Yayo, allegedly backhanded the 14-year-old boy for wearing a Czar Entertainment T-shirt and shouted curse words towards the company on […]
Kanye West Supports Clean Water Efforts in Maryland
Kanye West and his father, Ray West, joined several St. Mary’s County, MD residents for the opening ceremony for World Water Day held at the G.O.O.D. Water Store and Internet Café last Friday (Mar. 30). The store, owned by West’s father, served as the site where county commissioners proclaimed March 23 as “St. Mary’s County […]
US Automakers Turn To Hip-Hop; Funk Flex Releasing Ford Expedition, Jay-Z Blue On The Way
The relationship between Ford and Hot 97 on air personality Funkmaster Flex continues to flourish, as the two prepare to unveil their newest creation, the 2008 Ford Expedition Funkmaster Flex edition.The full-sized limited edition production SUV includes a variety of features such as a 3D Carbon body kit with custom front/rear fascia and side skirts, […]
APRIL FOOLS!
APRIL FOOLS! I had quite a few people trying to pull fast ones on April Fool’s Day. The only thing is, these jokes are so old and played out that nothing really works. The main one that got out there was that Young Buck left G-Unit. (50 Cent was at a recent listening party for […]
AHH Stray News: Swollen Members, Youngbloodz Correction, Manny Fresh, Russell Simmons
Vancouver, Canada rap group Swollen Members’ album Black Magic took home a Juno Award for Rap Recording of the Year last night [Apr. 1] at the 36th Annual Juno Awards. Black Magic, which is the group’s fifth album, hit stores in Sept 2006. The acknowledgment marks the fourth time the group has won a Juno […]
Hip-Hop Is Dead (Concert Review)
Artist: NasTitle: Hip-Hop Is Dead (Concert Review)Rating: 4 StarsReviewed by: Paine On March 31, Nas cracked off his Hip-Hop is Dead Tour in The University of Pittsburgh’s packed Field House arena. MTV cameras combed the crowd throughout, adding more excitement to one of Nas’ most elaborate stage shows in his 15 year career. Though there […]
Veteran
Artist: Marques HoustonTitle: VeteranRating: 3 1/2 StarsReviewed by: Shanita Riquel If ever it were possible to use the words “underrated” and “overexposed” to describe the same person, Marques “MH” Houston would be the strongest example. MH has been entertaining us since he was 12, and still his level of skill as a singer and songwriter […]
Timbaland: Ego Trippin’
At 36-years-old, Timbaland brings a youthful energy to his music that speaks to the stamina of a 20 year-old sneaking in the club and a 45 year-old raised amidst the Electronic genesis of the ’80s. Coming off of one of the most dominant streaks of hits in Tim’s 15 year career, the Virginia rapper and […]
50 Cent Addresses Tony Yayo Altercation; Russell Simmons Not Involved In Rally
Ever since the Mar. 20 incident involving G-Unit rapper Tony Yayo and the 14-year-old son of Jimmy “Henchmen” Rosemond, rumors have swarmed over whether or not rapper 50-Cent was involved in the incident.Representatives immediately released statements denouncing the rapper’s involvement in the assault, but up until now 50 Cent has remained silent on the situation."As […]
