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http://allhiphop.comFrom charity moves to the timeless tradition of good football and family love, everyone has their own special turkey day story – even some sad memories. In celebration of Thanksgiving – or Thankstaking, as illseed likes to call it – we asked some artists, actors and DJ’s what their most memorable moments were. B.G.: Thanksgiving […]
Houston, Texas-based lyricist Slim Thug is the latest artist scheduled to take part in a Stop the Violence Hip-Hop caucus in New Orleans.The event, hosted by the Hip-Hop Caucus Institute (HHCi), will take place Friday (Nov. 24) and include a dialogue and strategy session to find a solution for the growing violence in neighborhoods populated […]
Cleveland DJ Mick Boogie, Shady Records DJ and creator of the Jay-Z/Superman Returns mixtape, has crafted a new Pre-Up mixtape to get Shady fans excited for the upcoming album release of The Re-Up. "Mick Boogie is one of the most consistent and creative mixtape DJ’s in the game, so when he came to us with […]
Compton, California rapper The Game has proven his selling power despite label turmoil and the loss of production from Dr. Dre, as his sophomore album Doctor’s Advocate moved almost 360,000 copies the first week in stores. The Game, born Jayceon Taylor, suffered numerous setbacks while recording the album, which is expected to top the Billboard […]
Hip-Hop quartet Black Eyed Peas and singer Mary J. Blige were among the victors Tuesday (Nov. 21) at this year’s American Music Awards (AMAs). The Peas, who made an appearance via satellite from Costa Rica, picked up three awards, including favorite R&B/Hip-Hop group, Soul/R&B group and Rap/Hip-Hop album for Monkey Business. In addition to performing, […]
There’s a difference between trying to send a message and actually speaking from experience. Storm the Unpredictable brings feel-good Hip-Hop while embarking on topics that culture enthusiasts of any age can relate to. Not only because of the subject matter but because of the way it’s done. Dope beats, well-composed lyrics and random doses of […]
A new line of New Era Fitted hats honoring the memory of Hip-Hop fixture Jay Dee (aka J. Dilla) will debut on Okayplayer.com. The web site will exclusively unveil and sell the fitted head pieces beginning at 12:00 pm ET Friday (Nov. 24). The revered producer, a founding member of the rap group Slum Village, […]
Artist: Snoop DoggTitle: Tha Blue Carpet TreatmentRating: 4 StarsReviewed by: Paine In 2004, Snoop Dogg scored his biggest hit in the post riding shotgun with Dr. Dre years with The Neptunes-assisted “Drop it Like it’s Hot”. But while R&G was aimed at the charts with Southern and East Coast-seasoned production, Snoop’s Tha Blue Carpet Treatment […]
Reprise Records launched G’s Up TV today (Nov. 21), a new online show starring Atlanta-based rapper Lil Scrappy.The documentary-style Internet television show features Lil Scrappy recounting his life and how he broke into the music industry. The rapper will also appear in a variety of humorous skits, which include a cognac tasting contest with Lil […]
Trina has launched the Diamond Doll Foundation, a new nonprofit, dedicated toward the upliftment of young women in communities across the country. To celebrate the new organization’s founding, Trina will host the 1st Annual Diamond Doll Celebrity Birthday weekend in Miami. On December 2, Trina will play host to women of various backgrounds from South […]
Diplomatic Records’ president Ezekiel "Freekey Zekey" Jiles was released from prison in Durham N.C. yesterday (Nov. 20) after serving three years in prison for running an ecstasy ring. Freekey Zekey, 31, was convicted in 2004 on the drug charges and served almost three years in prison. The rapper was greeted in front of the Durham […]
It’s been a good year for Tyrese Gibson. With a hit movie ( Waist Deep ) and one on the way ( Transformers ), as well as a successful collaboration with rapper Chingy (“Pullin’ Me Back), the crooner/thespian is riding a wave of good fortune. Couple this with the unveiling of his rhyme persona Black-Ty […]
AllHipHop.com: In 2002 you told AllHipHop “I want to build bigger alliances throughout Hip-Hop. It’s time for unity among the whole Hip-Hop world.” Sounds like aligning with Def Jam was always in the cards. Nas: Absolutely. This is New York. This is the house that Russell Simmons built. This is a house where you got […]
Nas is entitled to change his mind. So despite his new album being tabbed Hip Hop is Dead, it’s a safe bet that Nasir Jones has more up his sleeve than just a provocative title. Since aligning with the Def Jam ship currently steered by Jay-Z, his once bitterest of rivals, the public’s take on […]
Artist: Killer MikeTitle: I Pledge Allegiance To The GrindRating: 3 1/2 StarsReviewed by: Alejandro Mojado Hell hath no fury like a rapper scorned, or something like that. Killer Mike sets out to personify his rage on his new double CD entitled I Pledge Allegiance to the Grind (Grind Time). The Atlanta native has been somewhat […]
Artist: Original SoundtrackTitle: Save The Last Dance 2Rating: 3 StarsReviewed by: Alex Thornton Back in the 90s, some of the best Hip-Hop and R&B came from film soundtracks. Major label artists weren’t releasing albums and mixtapes every 8 months, so soundtracks were a great way to stay on the scene. Remember Above the Rim and […]
Kanye West is entering the fast lane as one of two celebrity race car sponsors for this year’s Formula BMW World Finals. The second annual event, which takes place Friday (Nov. 24) through Sunday (Nov. 26) in Valencia, Spain, is a competition involving 38 of the best drivers from 18 countries in the world’s regional […]
Universal Music Group, the parent company of Island Def Jam, filed a lawsuit against MySpace.com’s corporate parent News Corp. on Friday (Nov. 17), claiming the popular Internet site is guilty of copyright infringement. UMG, the world’s largest label, filed the lawsuit in U.S. District Court for California’s Central District, after Jay-Z’s highly anticipated come back […]
DJ Whoo Kid and Bay-area powerhouse DJ E-Rock have collaborated for the third installment of their 0Bay Bidness mixtape series. After the success of Bay Bidness 1 and Bay Bidness 2, the notorious deejays are releasing Bay Bidness 3, featuring E-40, Keak Da Sneak, Mistah F.A.B., The Federation, San Quinn, and new Bay-area stars J. […]
Rap Mogul Percy “Master P ” Miller is putting his business skills to use outside the music arena with his new book Guaranteed Success. The educational book, which is also available on CD and DVD, represents Miller’s goal of educating those interested in benefiting from the power of Hip-Hop from a financial stand point. “It’s […]
