Hip-Hop: Beyond Beats & Rhymes (Film)
Artist: Documentary ReviewTitle: Hip-Hop: Beyond Beats & Rhymes (Film)Rating: 4 1/2 StarsReviewed by: Slav Kandyba If politics has Michael Moore, then Hip-Hop-excuse me, commercial rap-has Byron Hurt. There’s hardly a doubt that the filmmaker and former college athlete had good intentions when he set out to make Hip-Hop: Beyond Beats and Rhymes, a documentary headed […]
Lo Down & Dirty
Artist: Thirstin Howl 3rd & Rack-LoTitle: Lo Down & DirtyRating: 3 1/2 StarsReviewed by: Paine Thirstin Howl III reigned as one of the fiercest punchline rappers of the late ’90s, culminating with his Eminem collaboration “Watch Deez.” In the last five years, Thirstin’s albums have been less memorable, though released in plenty. Now signed to […]
Rick Rubin Offered Top Spot At Columbia
Super producer Rick Rubin, founder of Def Jam Records, has been offered a job as co-chairman of Columbia Records, according to an article published today (Feb. 5) in the New York Times. Rubin, 44, is acclaimed for his work with major artists such as LL Cool J, Run DMC, Beastie Boys and even Johnny Cash.His […]
Born Identity
Artist: High PriestTitle: Born IdentityRating: 3 StarsReviewed by: Michelle Cavanaugh High Priests stint with the East Coast group Antipop Consortium (APC) was a strangely brewed concoction of Hip-Hop, jazz, and electronica. APC released one album and toured with DJ Shadow and Radiohead before disbanding in the early 00’s. Priest and fellow ex-Antipop member M. Sayyid […]
Chamillionaire Preps New Album, Dumps The Diamond ‘Grillz’
Fueled by his hit single "Ridin’," Houston, TX rapper Chamillionaire was recently recognized for being one of the biggest selling Ringtone artist to date, with over 4 million ringtone sales. The rapper was also certified by the RIAA as the first multi-platinum Mastertone artist in history.With his career in full swing, Chamillionaire will return this […]
DMX Launching DMX Authentic and Earl Simmons Clothing Lines
Despite his recent legal troubles, DMX is continuing to stay busy as he ventures into the realm of fashion.The rapper is prepping the launch of his DMX Authentic and Earl Simmons Signature Collection clothing lines, an effort that promotes "real clothing for real people," according to a source from DMX’s design team.DMX Authentic will offer […]
Supreme’s Victims Mothers Oppose Death, Attorney Says Conviction An ‘Injustice’
Attorneys for Kenneth "Supreme" McGriff have asked the Department of Justice to reconsider punishing the convicted drug lord with the death penalty, after the mothers of his two victims said they would be adversely affected by a death verdict. McGriff’s attorney David Ruhnke sent the "urgent request for reconsideration" to Washington, D.C. on Feb. 1, […]
Angela and Vanessa Simmons: Sister, Sister – Pt 1
The Simmons name has meant success ever since Hip-Hop Icons Joseph and Russell Simmons entered the scene over 25 years ago. From music to fashion, the family has created an illustrious empire, so it comes as no surprise that the legacy continues through Angela and Vanessa Simmons, the eldest children of Joseph Reverend Run Simmons. […]
Angela and Vanessa Simmons: Sister, Sister – Pt 2
AllHipHop.com Alternatives: Tell us how you got interested in modeling. Vanessa Simmons: I got interested in modeling in high school. I used to watch Tyra Banks, and I interned with my aunt, Kimora Lee Simmons. Seeing both of them made me wonder if I could do it. But, I consider myself to be much more […]
Andre LeRoy-Davis: The Last Word from the Source
I can draw anything, but Im a Hip-Hop artist; I document Hip-Hop, says Andre LeRoy-Davis. While that name might escape you, Andre, or A.L. Dre his pen name has been giving readers something to chew on or chuckle to when theyve closed The Source for the last 16 years. Davis illustrations have become part of […]
AllHipHop Black History Month
Black History Month is upon us. Though its Hispanic contributions must be recognized, Hip-Hop culture has become one of the largest outlets of expression in Black history. Whether it was Big Daddy Kane updating Donny Hathaways definition of Young, Gifted & Black, dead prezs outcry about the education inequalities in They Schools or Chamillionaire feeling […]
Kim Mathers Describes Split With Eminem
Kim Mathers, former wife of rap superstar Eminem appeared on ABC’s 20/20 during a special segment titled "Sweet Revenge" and spoke about her tumultuous relationship and two divorces from the rapper.The special, which aired Friday (Feb. 2), was the first time Kim spoke on record about her relationship with Eminem and their recent second divorce, […]
The Life & Grind of ESSO Entry 6
R.I.P. Disco D I gotta take a second to say goodbye to a good friend of mine that was lost last week when he took his life. I’ve seen a lot of reports over the last week about the death of Disco D (Dave Shayman), and it pains me to have to say goodbye to […]
Afro Samurai – The Soundtrack
Artist: RZATitle: Afro Samurai – The SoundtrackRating: 3 1/2 StarsReviewed by: Serge Fleury For over a decade now the RZA has fascinated us with his unique production style. Whether it was Raekwon’s Only Built 4 Cuban Linx, Ghostface’s Ironman, to GZA’s Liquid Swords, his signature sound was always front and center. While the Clan was […]
New Survey Reveals Concerns Over Rap Music Among Youth
The current image of rap music and rap music videos is cause for concern among Black youth, according to the Black Youth Project, a survey spearheaded under the direction of Dr. Cathy Cohen of the University of Chicago. The survey involved 1590 Black, White and Hispanic young people ages 15-25 from around the country. Survey […]
Welcome To Durham (DVD)
Artist: DVD ReviewTitle: Welcome To Durham (DVD)Rating: 4 StarsReviewed by: Jay Peregrine Produced by the Butta Team, a group of Durham music and entertainment producers, Welcome to Durham, introduces the spirit of Durham, North Carolina to the world. The film does not attempt to solely depict how rough life is in Durham is but rather […]
AHH Stray News: Anthony Mundine, Bun B, Paul Wall, Lil Jon
WBA super middleweight contender Anthony Mundine has caused controversy in his native country of Australia, because of a new video that features the boxer criticizing the government and burning the country’s Union Jack flag, over the mistreatment of the Aboriginal people of the country. Mundine is featured in the video for his single "Platinum Ryder," […]
Will Smith Kicks Off First Ever MPAA Symposium In Washington, DC
Rapper/actor Will Smith will host the first annual "Business of Show Business" movie industry symposium in Washington, DC, which is sponsored by The Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA). The breakfast program kicks off Feb. 6 and is designed to educate policy makers in the United States about the value of the motion picture industry […]
Peedi Peedi: Extra Husky Part Two
AllHipHop.com: The media portrayed it as when Dame and Jay split everyone had to pick sides. Peedi Peedi: It wasnt like that though. Biggs had called me like, I need you to come to New York. I was like, For what? And he said, Nah, I just need you to sign this paper stating that […]
Peedi Peedi: Extra Husky Part One
The chances of getting offered a major recording contract without spitting one bar seem like zero to none but Pedro Zayas surprisingly beat those odds. Formerly known as Peedi Crakk, Peedi Peedi got scooped after a chance meeting in 2002; proclaiming himself “Prince Of The Roc” after quickly getting comfy at his new Roc-A-Fella Records […]