Duke da God: Sound Bombing
On his diss record to 50 Cent, Camron taunts This aint a label Curtis, Im freakin with family. And during the filming of the Cuurtis video in Harlem, where Cam is jumping out of caskets, surfing car roofs and polyn with his peoples til day break, family is exactly who he is surrounded by. The […]
Prodigy and Alchemist: Koch Me if You Can
2006 was a year of hits and misses for Mobb Deep. On one hand, their deal with G-Unit shot their creative energy through the roof, and the buzz behind Blood Money was arguably their greatest promotional effort since their classic release, The Infamous. But at the same time, Blood Money is also regarded as one […]
Bastards Of The Party (Film)
Artist: Film ReviewTitle: Bastards Of The Party (Film)Rating: 4 1/2 StarsReviewed by: Slav Kandyba Rare is a documentary made by someone it is actually aboutthe biggest exception being celebrity sex tapes, of course. It is a whole other matter if the film is any good at all, and in fact, documentaries frequently fall short of […]
Wu-Tang Clan & Friends: Unreleased
Artist: MathematicsTitle: Wu-Tang Clan & Friends: UnreleasedRating: 3 1/2 StarsReviewed by: Felipe Delerme Wu-Tang Forever once spoke to the invincibility of one of the premier artist collectives in Hip-Hop, but is now little more than an album title. While there is no erasing history, outside of critical darling Ghostface, the Wu aesthetic continues to fade. […]
ABBRACADAMN!!!
Artist: Clan DestinedTitle: ABBRACADAMN!!!Rating: 3 StarsReviewed by: Adam Thomas North Carolina has been abuzz on the underground scene for a long time. The most prominent example would be Little Brother, which dropped a indie classic in 2002’s The Listening. Now, five years later, there is a group that is trying to match that success. Known […]
The Best Of N.W.A
Artist: N.W.ATitle: The Best Of N.W.ARating: 4 StarsReviewed by: Sidik Fofana A quick search on amazon.com will reveal that an N.W.A greatest hits CD has been done over a decade ago. So, to what do we owe this sudden Priority release? Dre is still gainfully employed off his Pro Tools. Cube is still living fruitfully […]
Diddy Hosts ‘Press Play’ VIP All-Star Weekend in Vegas
Sean "Diddy" Combs and Forever First Enterprises will host a star-studded affair at the Ice House Lounge in Las Vegas this Saturday night (Feb. 17).In addition to the weekend’s festivities, the Ice House Lounge will also unveil their new two-story, all-glass party room, built specially for All-star Weekend. The newly erected structure will make the […]
Rich Boy Shooting Second Video, Preparing Debut Album
Mobile, AL rapper Rich Boy is shooting the second video from his upcoming self titled debut next week in Alabama. The 23-year-old rapper, who is currently riding the charts based off the success of his No. 1 single “Throw Some D’s,” will shoot the video for “Boy Looka Here” on Feb. 19, during Mobile’s Mardi […]
Nas Launching Footwear Line With 310 Global Brands
Queens, NY rapper Nas has signed a deal with 310 Global Brands to release his own signature line of footwear, Disciple Footwear Collection by 310. According to Nas, the line “celebrates our diversity, our roots, our history.” Under the terms of the agreement, 310 Global Brands will market and distribute Nas’ footwear collection. “310 is […]
AllHipHop’s Best (And Worst) Hip-Hop Love Songs
Best Hip-Hop Love Songs "Happy Valentine’s Day" by Andre 3000 (2003, LaFace) Camay by Ghostface Killah (1996, Razor Sharp/Epic) Youre All I Need to Get By by Method Man featuring Mary J. Blige (1994, Def Jam) "Love Rap" by Spoonie Gee (1980, Enjoy) "Love Language" by Talib Kweli featuring Les Nubians (Reflection Eternal) (2000, Rawkus) […]
Fat Man Scoop & Shanda: No Ordinary Love
Fat Man Scoop and his wife Shanda may have very well discovered the secret to a successful marriage in the spotlight: air it all out and take callers. What began as a small webcast about sex has now exploded into a live show with potential TV, DVD, and radio deals. Man and Wife takes place […]
Valentine’s Day Download
Having a significant other is wonderful during the Holiday of Red, but that color can signify bloodshed if the mood is weak or the gifts are sub par. One thing is for certain: after the dinner, the flowers and the romantic stroll comes the most of the time pleasantly inevitable Valentines Day lovin. If youre […]
Lloyd: The Inspiration
Most young R&B artists look to their lefts and look to their rights, sizing up fellow soldiers to the movement like straight competition. But for Lloyd, every true young lover of sound is a direct reflection of himself and his journey to our ears. Maybe its his long locks that caught your attention, or his […]
UMES Cancels Busta Rhymes Concert Due To Police Intelligence Report
Students at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) voiced their displeasure today (Feb. 13), when school officials announced that an upcoming concert featuring rappers Busta Rhymes and Jim Jones was canceled, after school officials viewed a Maryland State Police intelligence report. UMES spokeswoman Suzanne Street said students were notified in a meeting in the […]
Core DJ’s Announce 6th DJ Retreat
The Core DJ’s announced today (Feb. 13) that their 6th DJ Retreat will take place Mar. 15-18 in Miami, FL.The retreat, which takes place twice a year, provides complimentary advance registration to over 300 of the countries most influential DJ’s, who seek to network, attend various listening sessions, meet & greets, label showcases and discover […]
AHH Stray News: Paul Wall, Tupac, Fabolous, Busta Rhymes
Houston, TX rapper Paul Wall will tour the Persian Gulf region on a United Service Organization (USO) tour performing for United States armed service members. Paul Wall will be joined by rapper/comedian Jamie Kennedy and Stu Stone, comedian Bill Dawes, DJ Joey Nicks and breakdancer Casper. Paul Wall, who releases his sophomore album Get Money […]
DJ Premier, Alchemist, Swizz Beatz & More Give Tips To Upcoming Producers In Arizona
G-Unit’s Sha Money XL presented the first annual One Stop Shop Producers Conference, which took place in Phoenix AZ, Feb 10-11.Producers from the United States, England, Germany and even Africa attended the two-day event, which featured a number of panels, workshops and beat battles.Seasoned veterans like DJ Premier, Hi-Tek, Alchemist, Havok, Fredwreck, No ID, and […]
Sean Price: Encore
Sean Price is experiencing a mild case of heart burn. After being unappreciated as a member of Heltah Skeltah and the Boot Camp Clik for more than 10 years, Price finally ventured out on his own with 2005s Monkey Barz, a debut brimming with sharp wordplay and cohesive melodies. The album received plenty of praise, […]
Fab Five Freddy, Sticky Fingaz Guest Starring on Law & Order: Criminal Intent
Hip-Hop pioneer Fab Five Freddy will take a turn towards the dramatic, with a guest appearance on Law & Order: Criminal Intent. The former Yo! MTV Raps host will play “Fulla Smith,” a rap artist who is killed after debuting his latest song and finishing an interview at a radio station, in the episode, titled […]
Talib Kweli Releases New Video ‘More or Less’
Talib Kweli has released his latest music video for “More or Less,” featuring longtime colleague, producer Hi-Tek. The second single off his upcoming album Ear Drum, “More or Less” was produced and funded entirely by Kweli’s Blacksmith Records label. The video utilized green screen technology, which helped incorporate Kweli’s creative side, he said. “Of course, […]
