’48 Laws’ Author Robert Greene Working with 50 Cent on New Book, QD3 On New Film
G-Unit front man 50 Cent is putting his pen to work for his second literary endeavor. The rapper is teaming up with author Robert Greene for a new book, titled The 50th Law. The hardcover MTV/Pocket Books release will “capture and create a visible parallel between street life and corporate America standard and structure,” according […]
Rappers, Athletes Raising Funds For MLK Memorial
As Black History Month kicks into full swing, the Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial Foundation has issued a nationwide challenge to raise funding for the memorial to $80 Million. With current fundraising donations totaling $77 million, the foundation is challenging corporations, foundations and individuals to raise an additional $3 million during the month of […]
Remy Ma Working On Reality Show, New Albums
Bronx bred rapper Remy Ma recently revealed that she will star in her own untitled reality show, which will hit screens before the end of 2007. Remy remained tightlipped about the untitled television show, which will hit the small screen before the end of 2007. “Right I’m just in the process of getting my build […]
Rewind the Rhyme: Pharoahe Monch
Well, we’re a month into 2007 and the verdict is out on where Hip-Hop will go this year. Last year saw the South put the game in a chokehold, the return of a “retired” great, and the still brewing debate over the vital signs of the culture we love. One thing is clear though, currently […]
Rapper LL Cool J Tapped To Host 38th NAACP Image Awards
Pioneering rapper LL Cool J will host the first ever live 38th NAACP Image Awards in March, organizers announced today (Feb. 5). LL, born James Todd Smith, is a previous recipient of the NAACP Image Award and has sold tens of millions of records since launching his career in 1985 at the age of 17, […]
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 […]