Voletta Wallace Launches Notorious B.I.G. Clothing Line
Voletta Wallace, mother of Christopher "Notorious B.I.G." Wallace, is expanding the slain rapper’s Brooklyn Mint clothing line with the launch of Notorious B.I.G., a full collection of mens, young mens and boys apparel. The launch of the line commemorates the 10-year anniversary of B.I.G.’s death and according to Ms. Wallace, the clothing is inspired by […]
AllHipHop Remembers J Dilla
O n February 10th 2006, Hip-Hop lost one of its true innovators when James J Dilla/Jay Dee Yancey passed away due to complications from Lupus. In a relatively short span of time J Dilla created an extensive body of work consisting of finessed beats and off the cuff rhymes with and for the likes of […]
Jadakiss Indicted on Drug and Gun Charges
A little more than four months after being arrested with three other men, D-Block member Jadakiss was indicted Thursday (Feb. 8) on gun and drug charges. The Associated Press reports the rapper (born Jason Phillips) pleaded not guilty to charges of possessing a loaded handgun and marijuana in a Westchester County courtroom. He was arrested Oct. 7 […]
Milano: Son of Funk
L ong before Hyphy blew, Milano was blazing the streets with his own style of lyrical dope, and well after the Hyphy hype dies down, Milano will stand tall with the Bay area heavyweight’s who have been reppin for the Yay area from day one. The Bay area has been reveling in the attention that […]
DJ Skee: 300 Bars and Runnin’
Best known as the official DJ for the Game, DJ Skee is doing much more than counting off Games 300, 600, or whatever other number of bars hell have coming. Recently selling his shares in his Hype PR marketing firm, DJ Skee has his eyes set on breaking new ground in mobile video services which […]
Yung Joc Tapped For New Rockport Ad Campaign
Block Entertainment rapper Yung Joc has been tapped to star in a new national ad campaign promoting Rockport’s Established 1971 collection. Launching in the Spring of 2007 in select magazines, the print ads also features R&B singer Lyfe Jennings, actor Wood Harris and MTV television personality, Coltrane Curtis. “I’m pleased to be in a position […]
Miami Heat’s DJ Irie Launches Adidas Remix Collection
Miami Heat’s DJ Irie and adidas have joined forces to re-release an adidas classic, the EQT B-Ball shoe. As the first officially signed DJ of the NBA and the first DJ to hold an NBA Championship ring, DJ Irie is an avid basketball fan as well as an evolving businessman. “My involvement with the Miami […]
Onyx Planning New Clothing Line, Working on New Music
Rap trio Onyx is planning a long-awaited return to the scene with a new clothing line. The group, comprised of Sticky Fingaz, Fredro Starr and Sonee Seeza, will launch Madface clothing, a new line consisting of jeans, hoodies, T-shirts, hats and accessories. The clothing, which will be available in lines for men, women and children, […]
Gillie Da Kid Arrested For Running Drug Houses
Philadelphia born rapper Gillie Da Kid was arrested on Tuesday (Feb. 6), after authorities learned he was allegedly running two drug houses. Gillie and five associates were arrested, after authorities received a tip and searched the houses on Passmore Street in Philadelphia. Police confiscated 89 pounds of marijuana worth $404,000. All five were charged with […]
Wynters Tale: For The Love
I was born with music inside me. Music was one of my parts. Like my ribs, my kidneys, my liver, my heart. Like my blood. It was a force already within me when I arrived on the scene. It was a necessity for me, like food or water.– Ray Charles By nature I am a […]
Gucci Mane: Lab Rat
Its a quiet night in the Z room at Sony Studios in midtown Manhattan, where various engineers and Czar Entertainment representatives are milling around in anticipation of Atlanta rapper Gucci Manes arrival. The silence is broken by a commotion at the door. Debbie, Gucci Manes full-bodied and outspoken manager, storms in with Gucci and friends […]
Boo: Birds Fly South
Mississippis place in the pantheon of Black music is well-documented. Jazz, Gospel and the Blues all trace their roots along the dusty paths and dirt roads of the Magnolia State. Hip-Hop has heard from this area in the country before. Boos brand of Hip-Hop is hard-edged, forceful and delivered with the sound and spirit of […]
Misa Hylton: You Betta Work
As a stylist to the stars, Misa Hyltons name might not be familiar, but her work is hard to forget. Lil Kims Crush on You video is ten years old, but the vivid outfits and matching wigs still maintain an influence today. Misas imaginative style and designs have been seen on Hip-Hop and R&B icons […]
Tru York (Mixtape)
Artist: Tru Life/J-LoveTitle: Tru York (Mixtape)Rating: 3 1/2 StarsReviewed by: Rodney Dugue This is a pretty cute mixtape, cover and all. Well, that’s if lime-green hyper-extended male thongs are your type of thing. Sure, the added linen strips and the blonde wig and any horrifically placed couture alignment make for a gussied premium w####. But, […]
News Feature: J. Prince, Authors, Activists, Urge Youth to Strap Up for Black AIDS Day
Days after being honored for giving back to the community by the city of Houston, James “J. Prince” Prince is leading the charge to educate youth about the importance of HIV education, prevention and testing. The Rap-A-Lot Records and Prince Complex CEO has partnered with the Pink Rose Organization, Special Treasures, The African-American State of […]
AHH Stray News: RIP Big Pun/Son Starts Rap Career, Ebro, Nelly/JD
Today marks the seven year anniversary of the death of Bronx, NY rapper Christopher “Big Punisher” Rios. Pun, born Nov. 10, 1971, died on Feb. 7, 2000 of a fatal heart attack. He is survived Liza Rios, his two daughters and his son, who now raps under the moniker “Baby Pun.” Pun’s son is signed […]
N.O.R.E. Splits With Def Jam
Rapper N.O.R.E. has confirmed with AllHipHop.com that he has severed his ties with Def Jam and will no longer record for the label. The tumultuous relationship was marked by a studio album that was never released and in the past, N.O.R.E. voiced his displeasure about the lack of promotional support of his previous projects, including […]
Rated X Vixens Team Up With Bumsquad DJ’s To Expand Network
The Rated X Vixens, a group progressive women from across the country, have joined together to create a sisterhood for women making a name for themselves in all areas of entertainment. The group, founded in 2005 by XM radio’s DJ Nina 9, represents a collective group of female managers, artists, DJ’s, writers, on-air personalities, publicists, […]
Jermaine Dupri Appointed President of Island Records New Urban Music Division
Rapper/producer Jermaine Dupri has been appointed President of Island Records Urban Music, a new division of the Island Def Jam Music Group (IDJ). Dupri, who vacated his position as President of Urban Music at Virgin Records in Oct. 2006, will now oversee Island’s entire urban music operation. Additionally, he will produce artists on IDJ and the […]
Bishop Lamont: The Platinum Backpacker
On one hand you can count D.O.C., Snoop Doggy Dogg, and Eminem. On the other, you can list Lady of Rage, Hittman, and Joe Beast. Throughout his decades-long run of music mastery, Dr. Dre has pulled a lot of new artists to work with him. Some have become overnight superstars, while others waited until they […]
