Tyrese Investigated for Allegedly Punching Pregnant Girlfriend
Singer/actor Tyrese Gibson has come under the microscope following allegations he punched his pregnant girlfriend twice. TMZ.com reports that authorities are conducting a criminal investigation into the incident, which allegedly occurred early Thursday (Jan.4) morning. According to police, the alleged incident happened around 5:30 a.m. That was the time Gibson’s live-in girlfriend, who is three […]
Mixtape Messiah 2 (Mixtape)
Artist: ChamillionaireTitle: Mixtape Messiah 2 (Mixtape)Rating: 4 StarsReviewed by: Felipe Delerme If the best revenge is living well, then hell hath no fury like a Chamillionaire scorned. Coming off of a platinum album, a slew of award nominations, record ringtone sales, a hit single about, of all things, racial profiling, and a landmark of pop-culture […]
The Price Of Fame
Artist: Bow WowTitle: The Price Of FameRating: 3 1/2 StarsReviewed by: Latifah Muhammad Barely legal but already talking like he’s been around for years, Bow Wow’s fifth album, The Price of Fame (Sony/Columbia) is a step in the right direction from bubble gum sweet rap lyrics to the world of pending adulthood . The self-proclaimed […]
The Impossible Mission, Pt. 1
Artist: De La SoulTitle: The Impossible Mission, Pt. 1Rating: 4 StarsReviewed by: Paine Two years after the critically acclaimed, but commercial snoozed, The Grind Date, De La Soul has been laying low. They grabbed a Grammy with The Gorillaz for “Feel Good Inc,” but have apparently defected from Sanctuary Records as “Live @ The Dugout […]
Dreamgirls (Film)
Artist: Movie ReviewTitle: Dreamgirls (Film)Rating: 4 1/2 StarsReviewed by: Edwardo Jackson My name is Edwardo and I’m a “Dreamgirls”-aholic. Allow me to introduce you to the movie of the yearand now one of my favorite movies of all time. Scooped out of obscurity after a local Detroit talent show by car dealer turned promoter Curtis […]
Place Your Bets
Artist: Blak JakTitle: Place Your BetsRating: 3 1/2 StarsReviewed by: Adam Thomas Blak Jak, a rapper from Decatur GA, drops his debut, Place Your Bets (Universal/Republic), an interesting album that shows a bit of everything from the young rapper. From his tough childhood, to his dealings in the trap, you get an interesting introduction to […]
Me, Myself & I
Artist: Fat JoeTitle: Me, Myself & IRating: 3 StarsReviewed by: Dr. Zero Many hip-hop veterans are typically acknowledged by Hip-Hop heads for contributing one element to the art or their entire career regardless of the fan’s age. Rakim is known by many as the “God MC,” KRS-One as “The Teacha” and one of the most […]
Chemically Imbalanced
Artist: Ying Yang TwinsTitle: Chemically ImbalancedRating: 2 1/2 StarsReviewed by: Rodney Dugue The Ying Yang Twins have lived, worked, and slept in the club for the past few years, specializing in crafting rambunctious four minute sex manuals. It’s not just a party, but a bacchanalian worship of women’s assets (and more “Dangerously,” the effects of […]
Hip-Hop Rumors: HAPPY NEW YEAR – 2007!
Today’s rumors are sponsored by AllHipHop.com’s Staff, who wish you and yours a very stoopid def New Year! THE YEAR IN RUMORS! What can I say? I just want to send out a blanket thanks to everybody that helped what I do and me through the year. Also, a huge thanks goes out to all […]
Styles P Suffers Broken Leg In Road Rage Incident
Yonkers, New York rapper Styles P sustained a broken leg as the result of a road rage incident in Greenburgh, New York last Saturday (Dec. 23). According to police, the rapper was driving his 2003 Mercedes-Benz on Saw Mill River Road, when he was cut off by a truck. Police allege Styles P., born David […]
‘The Wire’ Earns Critical Acclaim, Cast Members Expand into Hip-Hop
With compelling stories and a diverse line up of actors, The Wire has become the must-see show, according to critics and fans of the HBO series.The popular drama, which has been praised for its realistic portrayal of inner city life in Baltimore, has been called the best show on TV by numerous publications including Time […]
Isaiah Stokes: New Jack Swagger
Isaiah Stokes may not be a household name, but if you watch closely, youll see a man carefully preparing for his close up. With roles in Get Rich Or Die Tryin and Killa Season under his belt, the 26-year-old Southside Jamaica, Queens talent is building his resumé. He has made appearances in films directed by […]
AllHipHops 2007 Resolution: Bad Habits
Admit it – you’ve made plenty of those “New Year’s Resolutions” with the best of intentions, only to have them fall by the wayside before you know it. It’s been said that good intentions pave the road to hell, and some of us know that all too well. In honor of our imperfections, we got […]
AllHipHop Year End 2006: Part One
Major Label Albums of the Year: King by T.I. (Grand Hustle/Atlantic) After two successful albums and a debut flop, T.I. crowned himself with his fourth full length in early 2006. Bolstered by the synthed out Roberta Flack sample for “What You Know and Crystal Waters-inspired "Why U Wanna" T.I. songs asked many questions, that […]
AllHipHop Year End 2006: Part Two
Best Mixtapes of 2006: Best of The Roots by DJ J Period The Bay-meets-Brooklyn DJ did it to death this year, when he linked up with Black Thought for an official Roots jump off tape. With over 50 tracks, J Period added blends, rare verses, and remix material that helped show why Stetsasonic mayve started […]
AllHipHop Year End 2006: Part Three
Artists We Expected To See, But Didnt… Talib Kweli Listen! was all set to drop, and then Warner Brothers got cold feet about something. Was it a weaker first single? Was it the poor sales of Lupe Fiasco, Jurassic 5, and others in 2006? Nobodys sure, but if Blacksmith is worth their salt, theyd better […]
Lupe Fiasco: Just Might Be Okay
Lupe Fiasco just might be okay. No, he didnt sell the units he or Atlantic Records executives probably had hoped for, but the Chicago MC secured critical acclaim including a Grammy Nomination, with a homegrown debut album. Moreover, in a year where stunting, ass-slapping, and gangbanging were at the forefront, Lupe held down the lane […]
The Life And Grind of ESSO #4
Whatup? Had to double back and let you know what I been up to. I just had one of the best weeks of my life, so without any further ado I’m just gonna get into it. Monday December 4th might go down as one of the days that really changed the course of my career. […]
KRS-One: Edutainment
For over a decade, KRS-One has campaigned that I Am Hip-Hop in part of his Rap is something you do, Hip-Hop is something you live mantra. With that conviction, The Teacha had to feel some kind of way when friend and associate Nas declared Hip-Hops death with his recent album title. With his own latest […]
Bow Wow Reveals Business Plans, Shows Love to Hometown
With his latest album The Price of Fame recently hitting stores (Dec. 19), rapper Bow Wow is ending the year on a strong note. The rapper is taking his success outside of the rap arena with a new sneaker store and fast food franchise. "I’m franchising my own McDonald’s, I’m thinking about getting a little […]
