Pursuit of Happyness, Dreamgirls Named Top Films of 2006
The inspirational rags to riches feature The Pursuit of Happyness and Dreamgirls, the theatrical version of the hit Broadway play, are among the African American Film Critics Association’s (AAFCA) list of top 10 films for 2006. Based on the real-life story of Chris Gardner, The Pursuit of Happyness stars rapper/actor Will Smith as a man […]
8 Ball: Corner Pocket
Depending on who you ask, the word 8 Ball can take on different meanings. Ask my uncle, and hed tell you hes going to sink it every time. Ask a drug dealer, and hell give you a price. But ask anyone thats ever stepped inside the world of Hip-Hop and theyd tell you hes a […]
Doug E. Fresh Launching Hip-Hop Cartoon Series, Reflects on Hip-Hop
As one of Hip-Hop’s best live performers, Doug E. Fresh can rest assured that his place in rap history is secured. Nevertheless, that hasn’t stopped the rhyme veteran from educating current rap fans on the essence of the culture through his new cartoon series Ultra Five. “It’s about the five different elements of Hip-Hop. I’m […]
Chamillionaire Talks New Album, Business Plans
With a multi-platinum selling album under his belt, two Grammy nominations and an MTV Video Music Award for his hit single “Ridin Dirty,” Chamillionaire planning a big year in 2007. He’s finishing off 2006 with a bang by offering his new mixtape, Mixtape Messiah 2, free for download on Christmas Eve (Dec. 24), on his […]
Rappers Support Auction To Combat Deadly Diseases In Kenya
VH-1 has crafted a holiday hip-hop auction to raise money to fight HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis and malaria in Kenya in 2007. Beginning Friday, December 29th, donors can place their bids on www.VH1auctions.com for exclusive hip-hop memorabilia from artists like Diddy, Chris Brown, Fat Joe, The Roots and others. All proceeds for the auction will benefit orphans […]
Nas Memorializes Hip-Hop With Concert, Dinner And Party
Last night, it appeared that Nas attempted to memorialize and resuscitate Hip-Hop at the same time with the likes of Jay-Z, actor Tracy Morgan, Spike Lee, Chamillionaire, Busta Rhymes, Ja Rule and numerous others that packed Manhattan’s club Capitale. The Queenbridge-born rapper hosted an exclusive dinner affair and black tie party to celebrate the release […]
Blacksmith: The Movement (Mixtape)
Artist: Talib Kweli Presents…Title: Blacksmith: The Movement (Mixtape)Rating: 4 StarsReviewed by: Serge Fleury Talib Kweli is one of those rare MC’s; the kind that feeds you food for thought, and doesn’t leave a nasty after taste in your mouth. Whether he’s talking about children being forced to work in Africa’s diamond mines or corrupt politicians […]
A Dipset Xmas
Artist: Jim JonesTitle: A Dipset XmasRating: 2 1/2 StarsReviewed by: Bill Zimmerman At first it appears that A Dipset Xmas may be a fun ride. The cover features a Santa hat draped over the Diplomats’ logo, the disc is emblazoned with a Christmas tree capped with the same emblem, and best of all, the liner […]
The Re-Up
Artist: Eminem Presents…Title: The Re-UpRating: 3 1/2 StarsReviewed by: Sidik Fofana Let’s just give Eminem the benefit of the doubt and say that he is working with a sketchy connect, because The Re-Up (Interscope) did not reload enough. If you’re tired of South American cocaine analogies, here is the situation bluntly. Eminem is easily an […]
No Talent Required (Mixtape)
Artist: DJ PremierTitle: No Talent Required (Mixtape)Rating: 3 1/2 StarsReviewed by: Felipe Delerme A Hip-Hop legend in every sense of the word, DJ Premier has contributed as much to defining the New York sound as anyone. Having produced for, “Biggie, Jay-Z, and Nas,” amongst countless others, Premier is sought out by those looking for the […]
Baby, B.G. Squash Beef On New Orleans Radio
As Bryan "Baby" Williams continues to grieve over the recent death of his sister Tamara Williams, the Cash Money co-founder ended a long-standing beef with B.G. over the New Orleans airwaves. During a recent interview on radio station Q93 with Wild Wayne, B.G. called in to offer his condolences to Baby and the Williams family. […]
Ted Lucas: May Slip, Never Slide
Housing the staples of Miamis Hip-Hop scene is no hardship for Ted Lucas, CEO of Slip-N-Slide Records, but it is a far cry from the football field where he believed he would be making his money. With a roster that has continually maintained the relevance of this southern melting pot when it comes down to […]
Trina: Ladies First
Trina might seem one-dimensional in the eyes of some skeptics. The same woman whos recorded songs such as No Panties and 69 Ways has a soft spot in her heart. Take note, the rap world didnt accept her based solely on her voluptuous, southern curves or dirty mouth. Trinas got substance on and off the mic. […]
Kelis, Funkmaster Flex Featured In New Ford Edge Campaign
Kelis has been tapped to star in a new urban marketing campaign promoting the 2007 Ford Edge crossover utility vehicle (CUV) with an ad campaign featuring a new song titled "Push it to the Edge."The radio spot, which also features a cameo appearance by Hot 97’s Funkmaster Flex, starts airing Wednesday (Dec. 20) on various […]
AHH Stray News: Young Dro & Yung Joc, Dat Boy O Killed, Kweli, White Rappers
According to rapper Young Dro, he and fellow Atlanta native Yung Joc have teamed to create a new movie, "Young & Yunger." While Dro didn’t reveal the details of the plot, the movie is being pitched to some Hip-Hop Hollywood A-listers. "We’re shopping the movie around talking to [Ice] Cube, Charlie Mack, Will Smith’s people […]
Snoop Youth Football League Player Receives Achievement Award
The Snoop Youth Football League (SYFL) honored one of its own Saturday (Dec. 16) at its All-Conference game at Citrus College in Glendora, CA.Cenyon Usher, a Lawndale, CA seventh grader, received the first It’s In Your Hands achievement award from league sponsor Cutter Gloves. The award, given to a player each year, is based on […]
Vida Guerra: Smack That
Its pretty obvious that Vida Guerra isnt a big fan of The Game. Perhaps she still has hard feelings about his song Wouldnt Get Far, where the West Coast rapper refers to her as someone who would do anything to get near a rap star. In reality though, Vidas shots are anything but cheap. For […]
Hip Hop Is Dead
Artist: NasTitle: Hip Hop Is DeadRating: 4 StarsReviewed by: AJ FreshDue to the current trend of proclaiming Hip-Hop’s demise, Nas’ eighth album Hip Hop Is Dead (Def Jam), is pretty timely. If anything, the controversial title could make it a critical component to the success and ongoing longevity of true Hip-Hop music-if it’s any good. […]
Insurance Company Says Its Not Liable In $10 Million Dollar Lawsuit Against 50 Cent
An insurance company claims it is not liable for a $10 million lawsuit against 50 Cent, claiming the rapper took more than a year to report the assault of Richard "DJ Xzulu The Big Lipped Bandit" Dunkerson at 93.9 WKYS-FM in Lanham, Maryland.According to The New York Post, National Fire claims 50 Cent, born Curtis […]
Mathew Knowles’ Music World Teams With Beyonce, Target Hunger To Help Houston’s Poor
Mathew Knowles’ Music World Entertainment and Beyoncé Knowles’ Survivor Foundation has teamed with Houston-based Target Hunger to present its 5th Annual Christmas Carnival Extravaganza today (Dec. 16) in Houston, Texas. The one-day event will feature rides, games and live performances from rappers like 2 Much, J Xavier, Mic Little and DJ Energizer. Each child that […]
