Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Signs With Chris Lighty’s Violator Management
Chris Lighty and Violator Management have announced a new deal with Sean “Diddy” Combs to handle the mogul’s music career. Under terms of the new deal, Violator will help develop plans to “expand Diddy’s reach and influence exponentially in music.” The company has already started strategic work on Diddy’s #1 album Press Play, which hit […]
Gun Charges Against Banks & Buck Dropped, 50 Cent’s A ‘Hero’
Prosecutors dropped felony gun possession charges against G-Unit rappers Lloyd Banks and Young Buck yesterday (Nov. 8). The charges stem from an incident in August 2005, after a stop during the Anger Management 3 tour at Madison Square Garden in New York. A van transporting the rappers and 11 other people allegedly ran a red […]
Mr. T: Pity The Fool
"[You] talking much junk like Mr. T is your back, but he’s not so don’t act cute." -EMPD on "You’re A Customer" Its hard to determine if he realizes it or not, but Mr. T is indelibly linked to Hip-Hop and many of the culture’s ingrained sensibilities. Legendary lyricists like Slick Rick, Bug Pun and […]
Derek Luke and Bonnie Mbuli: Light It Up
I dream of an Africa which is in peace with itself – Nelson Mandela By now you have probably already seen, heard, or read about the new movie Catch A Fire starring Derek Luke and Tim Robbins. It is a true story that touches on all too familiar subjects for our young men – issues […]
Playing With Fire
Artist: Kevin FederlineTitle: Playing With FireRating: 1 1/2 StarsReviewed by: Alex Thornton Some things are so bad that they can be entertaining in an ironic sense, but Kevin Ferderline’s Playing With Fire (Reincarnate) is not in this category. K-Fed’s inexcusably poor attempts at rapping are too bad even to laugh at, let alone ride with. […]
DJ’s Whoo Kid, Drama and Skee Collaborate on Snoop Dogg Mixtape
West Coast rapper Snoop Dogg is receiving a triple helping of assistance for his Tha Blue Carpet Treatment mixtape. DJs Whoo Kid, Drama and Skee will helm the new mixtape, which is named after the rapper’s forthcoming album. The collaboration is the first in a series of “Mixtape Monopoly” collaborations that will team Whoo Kid, […]
NBA Player Chris Webber Opens Restaurants, Produces For Nas’ New Album
Philadelphia 76ers player Chris Webber has announced that he will open the first of six family and entertainment-themed restaurants called Center Court with C Webb. The grand opening will take place Nov. 14 in Sacramento, Calif., and the restaurant will be available to the public the following day. “I’m happy to be opening what will […]
Common, Bow Wow, Gap Celebrate ‘Holiday In Your Hood’
Clothing retailer Gap will launch their new television ad campaign with two :30 second commercials featuring rapper Common on November 16. Common and his daughter Omoya Lynn are featured in both of Gap’s “Holiday In Your Hood” commercials, which were directed by famed video director, Paul Hunter. Common also wrote an original song titled “Holiday […]
Kenny Lattimore and Chante Moore: For Life
Love is about sacrifices. Love is about commitment. Love is about truth to ourselves. Thats what real life husband and wife Kenny Lattimore and Chante Moore share, and it shows throughout their careers, marriage, and music. The love-stricken couple has always shared their love for one another with us through their harmonious R & B […]
Westside Bugg: Buggin’ Out
It can be said that most rappers only thank God when they get their awards. However, L.A.s own Deon Holly, perhaps better known as Westside Bugg makes it clear that he is a man of the higher power. With the album, The Roach Motel coming in January on Native Records, Bugg is going to make […]
The Game: One Man Riot Part 2
What’s new with The Game? Well, in his quest to dominate, the Compton rapper has started to produce Hip-Hop tracks under the tutelage of Scott Storch and J.R. Rotem. He’s squashed an old, rusty beef with Ja Rule and created new alliances with the likes of Will.I.Am of the Black Eyed Peas. Doctor’s Advocate, the […]
AHH Stray News: T.I., Steve-O, Kool G Rap, Sizzla
Jackass star Steve-O is reportedly launching a career as a rapper. Contactmusic.com reports that Steve-O, born Steven Glover, claimed he was in negotiations with Universal Records during a recent performance by 80’s cover band Metal Skool in Hollywood. Steve-O reportedly displayed his rap skills in front of the audience and then dropped his pants and […]
K-Fed Settles With Thomas Dolby, Britney Files For Divorce
Kevin “K-Fed” Federline has reached an agreement with musician Thomas Dolby after Dolby accused the rapper of copyright infringement. Federline made an undisclosed cash payment to Dolby as settlement for sampling the rocker’s#### “She Blinded Me With Science” in his song “America’s Most Wanted.” “I’m going to buy a new sailboat, find a quiet anchorage […]
Raekwon Acts In ‘Coaltion’
Wu-Tang Clan rapper Raekwon will showcase his acting skills in Coalition, a movie that centers on how the New York construction industry is shaken down by minority non-union labor. Raekwon plays the role of Akey in the flick, which is described as a modern day On The Waterfront. Coalition is based on police trying to […]
Ice-T Reflects on New Album, Acting Opportunities
Ice-T can never be accused of forgetting his gangsta past. In fact, the West Coast icon is attempting to redefine the musical style he ushered in with his latest album, Gangsta Rap. “It’s gangsta rap but it’s gangsta rap from another perspective of a real gangsta that’s gone through changes and grown up,” Ice-T told […]
Like Father, Like Son
Artist: Birdman & Lil WayneTitle: Like Father, Like SonRating: 4 StarsReviewed by: Sidik Fofana In a certain music genre, it is not gangsta to love your father. In fact, it is customary to forsake your pops because, oftentimes, it makes for a quality tune. Now, Birdman and his adopted son, the South’s posterboy Lil Wayne, […]
The Format
Artist: AZTitle: The FormatRating: 3 1/2 StarsReviewed by: Michael P###### It means nothing to call AZ a veteran. It’s the wars he’s seen and the aftermaths he’s survived that count, and trigger the double-take every time he releases a new album. Yes, this is the AZ from “Life’s a B####.” Yes, the same AZ that […]
I’m Still Livin’
Artist: Z-RoTitle: I’m Still Livin’Rating: 3 1/2 StarsReviewed by: Eb Haynes “I’m 27 but I’m feelin’ 71/I pray so much I feel like I’m kin to the heavenly son.” Immediately on its opening track, the reminiscent to vintage Geto Boys tune “City Streets”, Z-Ro Da Crooked sets a bluesy mono-thematic theme of survival through faith. […]
Someday We’ll All Be Free (Book)
Artist: Kevin PowellTitle: Someday We’ll All Be Free (Book)Rating: 4 StarsReviewed by: Sidik Fofana In the rapid blood rush that is American society, very few leaders pause to make sure everyone is informed about the events that define our time. Prominent activist and former Vibe Magazine staff writer, Kevin Powell releases Someday We’ll All Be […]
Everready (The Religion)
Artist: Tech N9neTitle: Everready (The Religion)Rating: 3 StarsReviewed by: Paine With a style derived from Bay Area and Southern Hip-Hop, it’s geographically convenient that Tech N9ne hails from Kansas City. With a rapid-fire flow, an overpowering personality, and common man subject matter, Tech has spent the last decade touring endlessly, and releasing albums cherished by […]
