The Dutchess
Artist: FergieTitle: The DutchessRating: 2 1/2 StarsReviewed by: Kathy Iandoli The fact that duchess is spelled incorrectly in the album title could very well be an omen of what’s to come from Fergie’s solo debut The Dutchess (Interscope). Saturated with early 80’s spandex rap mixed and attempts at soulful coos, The Dutchess sounds more like […]
Christian Rapper T-Bone Hosting Gospel Music Channel’s Hip-Hop Video Show
The market for religious-themed Hip-Hop continues to grow with the Gospel Music Channel’s addition of the new program Hype & Glory.The gospel/Hip-Hop video show, developed with Open Rivers Pictures, will be hosted by bilingual Christian rapper T-Bone, a pioneer of the genre who released his groundbreaking album Redeemed Hoodlum in 1993."We’re seeking out top graffiti […]
Mr. Brown
Artist: Sleepy BrownTitle: Mr. BrownRating: 4 StarsReviewed by: Alex Thornton Sometimes called “the third member of Outkast,” Sleepy Brown is perhaps the best known solo artist to never have released a solo album. Not only has the world heard his voice frequently on hits like Big Boi’s “The Way You Move,” his song-writing and production […]
We Are The Ones (We’ve Been Waiting For)
Artist: VisionariesTitle: We Are The Ones (We’ve Been Waiting For)Rating: 3 1/2 StarsReviewed by: Slav Kandyba Underground rappers from Los Angeles and other ‘burbs of the Southern Cali wasteland possess undeniable skills on the mic but often trap themselves within limiting lyrics that praise the virtues of their life and little more. Production is often […]
The Medicine
Artist: Planet AsiaTitle: The MedicineRating: 3 1/2 StarsReviewed by: Dr. Zero Planet Asia should be an emcee that every fan of indie or West Coast Hip-Hop should know or have at least heard about. The Source Magazine (before the issues) gave Planet Asia Independent Album of the Year credit in 2000 for his How the […]
Your Mom’s Favorite DJ
Artist: Kid KoalaTitle: Your Mom’s Favorite DJRating: 4 StarsReviewed by: Dustin Glick Kid Koala is dope, plain and simple. Hailing from Canada, the 31-year-old DJ has been cutting up vinyl since he was 12. If you’re not familiar with his work, you may be aware of his classic track “Drunk Trumpet,” where he scratches out […]
Ice Cube Named Howard Homecoming Ambassador and Grand Marshal
Rapper/Actor Ice Cube will add a touch of West Coast flavor to Howard University’s homecoming festivities in October.The former NWA affiliate was recently tapped to serve as ambassador and grand marshal for the annual affair, which will be called Utopia: Pinnacle of Dreams. Events slated for this year’s homecoming include a yard fest, an alumni […]
Aftermath Hires New Chef — Raekwon
Wu-Tang Clan rapper Raekwon the Chef has officially signed with Aftermath Entertainment and will serve up his highly anticipated album Only Built for Cuban Linx II under the label founded by West Coast rapper/producer Dr. Dre. The announcement ends months of speculation as to whether or not the album would be released on the powerhouse […]
Frankie J: How To Deal, Pt 2
AHHA: Let’s talk about the Vida [Guerra] rumors [of romance] that were rampant. How much of that was true? Frankie J: Okay, I’m a let yall know just to clear it up, we’re just friends! We’re friends, we’re homies, she’s my girl – we did the video together, yes. It came out great, we did […]
Frankie J: How To Deal, Pt 1
When Frankie Js#### single Dont Wanna Try hit the airwaves in 2003, R&B fans at large didnt know much about the soft-spoken young musician. The former lead singer of popular Latin group Kumbia Kings, Frankie J had already been working with some of the best in the industry before the mainstream heard his name, including […]
Midi Mafia: The Next Movement
In 2003 when 50 Cent decided he needed to Get Rich or Die Tryin, Dre wasnt the only producer to lend his magic touch to the multi-platinum project. Fifs second #1 single from the album, 21 Questions introduced the hit-making production/remixing duo of Midi Mafia to the masses. Consisting of Kevin Dirty Swift Risto and […]
DJ Whoo Kid: Follow the Leader
It reads like a rags-to-riches adventure loaded with hilarious rap beef, custom Lamborghinis, and international pizzle. G-Unit is all about the global and financial elevation of Hip-Hop culture. And DJ Whoo kid knows the key to success. The Queens-bred entrepreneur with Haitian roots has traveled the world with one of the most successful rap crews […]
DMX Performance Spawns Mini Riot At Concert
A show that was meant to welcome kids back to school spawned a “mini-riot” on Sept. 30 after a performance by rapper DMX. During the Back To School Jam at The Nassau Coliseum Yonkers rapper experienced audio problems with his microphone as he performed his best known hits. However, when the rapper’s show was completely […]
Jus Muzik Group Announces 10th Annual Mixtape Awards
New York City’s Apollo Theater will be the site of the 10th Annual Mixtape Awards scheduled for Dec. 7, the Jus Muzik Group announced Thursday (September 29).In addition to celebrating its 10th year of honoring the best in the mixtape game, this year’s event will also be used to celebrate the life and memory of […]
Press Play PREVIEW
Artist: DiddyTitle: Press Play PREVIEWRating: 5 StarsReviewed by: Robert Longfellow No, that’s not the album’s rating, we haven’t heard the whole thing yet. Sheesh. Anyway, we at AllHipHop and the usual assembly of industry insiders, movers, shakers, street team lackeys and baggage handlers–shout to Diddy’s new tall, blonde haired manservant–packed into NYC Meatpacking District hotspot […]
Blow The Whistle
Artist: Too ShortTitle: Blow The WhistleRating: 3 StarsReviewed by: Latifah Muhammad Don’t call it a come back…he’s been here for years. After a hiatus, and a “retirement” before it was fashionable, Too Short is back and nastier than ever with his 15th release Blow The Whistle (Jive). The first track titled “Call Her a B*tch” […]
Kelis Was Here
Artist: KelisTitle: Kelis Was HereRating: 3 1/2 StarsReviewed by: Alex Thornton While Kelis’s two previous American releases (1999’s Kaleidoscope and 2003’s Tasty) each produced a hit single, her spot has not been as solid as one might expect from an artist aligned with names like Nas and The Neptunes. Her versatility has been both her […]
Elan: The New Wave
Tony Kanal of No Doubt hit it big when he introduced us to Los Angeles native Elan, a reggae artist whom many would consider a newcomer. Although Elan went on tour with Bob Marleys band, The Wailers, for three years, meeting Kanal backstage at a show launched his career as a solo artist. Elan, now […]
The Game Extends Peace Treaty To 50 Cent
The G-Unot campaign may very well be over. That is, if 50 Cent accepts the Game’s request that the two once-affiliated rappers end their ongoing beef. During an interview in New York yesterday (Sept. 29) with Hot 97 radio personality Angie Martinez, the Game extended an olive branch to his bitter rival, repeatedly urging 50 Cent to call into the […]
Update: Reporting Error Boosts Sales For Lupe, Chingy, Fergie And Others
An error in this week’s Nielsen SoundScan sales numbers reflected inaccurate sales figures, resulting in misleading numbers for artists like Lupe Fiasco, Chingy, and Fergie of the Black Eyed Peas.SoundScan subscribers were advised that there "may be anomalies in the data for the week ending 9/24/06, after a system failure at a "major chain," reportedly […]
