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 […]
Trick Daddy, Pitbull Spread Holiday Cheer Throughout Miami
In an effort to boost the Christmas spirit of Miami’s underprivileged youth, Trick Daddy recently announced that he will hold his annual Christmas toy drive for the two weekends leading up to the Christmas holiday.For the fourth year, Trick Daddy will celebrate the holiday season by giving back and distributing food and gifts to Miami […]
Pastor Troy Arrested In Georgia
Rapper Pastor Troy was arrested early this morning (Dec. 15) for an alleged probation violation. According to The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Pastor Troy, born Micah Levar Troy, was conducting an interview with on Hot 107.9 when someone called the police and alerted officials that he was wanted in Fayette County. Police confirmed the warrant and went […]
DITC Plotting New Album, Diamond D. Talks New Album, Grammy Nod
Producer Diamond D. has revealed that legendary Hip-Hop group Diggin’ in the Crates is planning to release a new, untitled album. The New York-based collective features Diamond D., Fat Joe, Showbiz, A.G., Buckwild, O.C. Lord Finesse and the late Big L, and the group has become legendary for a slew of classic albums as a […]
Five Producers Looking For the Perfect Beat
Some things naturally complement each other; tight rhymes over thunderous beats are only the beginning ingredients of the Hip-Hop hit recipe. Before elements can be gathered and mixed properly, the right beat is mandatory. For a rapper, strong production can secure a single, or prove the variable in a hit or a flop. While newjacks […]
Notorious B.I.G. Investigation Linked to LAPD Sexual Harassment Lawsuit
A new sexual harassment lawsuit filed by a Los Angeles Police Department officer has connections with the alleged cover-up in the murder investigation of the late Notorious B.I.G. According to reports, the suit was filed by LAPD Sgt. Ya-May Christle. Christle claimed some department promotions and choice assignments are being handed out in exchange for […]
AHH Stray News: Katt Williams, FHM Mag, Proof
Comedian Katt Williams was senteneced to three years probation in Los Angeles, after the comedian pleaded no contest to a misdemeanor firearm charge.Williams, who hosted the BET Hip-Hop Awards and has won critical acclaim for his HBO standup special The Pimp Chronicles Pt. 1, was arrested Nov. 6 at Los Angeles International Airport, after airport […]
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Starts Production On TV Version Of ‘Raisin In The Sun’
Sean "Diddy" Combs is transferring his Broadway experience to the small screen in a new television movie adaptation of Lorraine Hansberry’s A Raisin in the Sun.Production recently started on the three-hour feature in Toronto, Canada. The feature will air on ABC during the 2007 season.Combs, who received critical acclaim for his portrayal of Walter Lee […]
Kidnapping Ordeal Involving Wycelf’s Employee In Haiti Ends In Triumph
A dramatic ordeal involving an employee of Wyclef Jean’s Telemax television station in Haiti ended in triumph last Sunday (Dec. 3), after gunmen freed a television news producer they had kidnapped for $250,000 in ransom, out of respect for Jean and his efforts to rebuild the country. Wyclef and his Yele Haiti program traveled to […]
Time Is Money
Artist: Styles PTitle: Time Is MoneyRating: 4 StarsReviewed by: Andrew Kameka Few albums are as aptly or unfortunately titled as Styles P’s <i?Time Is Money (Ruff Ryders/Interscope). Four years since the release of his gold-selling solo debut, A Gangster & A Gentleman, Styles has seen much of his shelf-life and earning potential waste away. The […]
The Evolution
Artist: CiaraTitle: The EvolutionRating: 3 StarsReviewed by: Alex Thornton A few summers ago, it seemed like the FCC would revoke a radio station’s license unless they played Usher’s “Yeah’ at least twice an hour. The effects of the song’s domination are still felt today with an abundance of singles that infuse R&B with the sensibilities […]
