Javier: On The One
Some kids dream of becoming a doctor, president or even an MC, but Javier took a different approach. He made his public singing debut in the sixth grade, by the eighth grade had already decided that he wanted to be an R&B singer. By high school, was sharpening his singing, guitar and theatrical skills at […]
Snoop Dogg Planning West Coast Dominance, Introducing New Unified Groups Of West Coast Talent
While the South is currently dominating Hip-Hop, West Coast rap icon Snoop Dogg is confident that his beloved region is ready to reclaim its top spot. With his new solo album Blue Carpet Treatment, due in October, the Long Beach, Calif., rapper hopes to restore the West’s dominion. "I hate losing. I’m a sore loser," […]
Judge Lifts C-Murder’s House Arrest
C-Murder has been released from home confinement after being accused of violating the conditions of his house arrest numerous times.Judge Martha Sassone of the 24th Judicial District Court denied a request on Thursday (July 13) to jail the embattled rapper after prosecutors and witnesses alleged that C-Murder (born Corey Miller) was frequently out of range […]
Busta Rhymes Added To 2006 Amsterjam Mash-Up Fest
Busta Rhymes has been tapped by Heineken to join the 2006 Amsterjam summer music mash-up festival. Scheduled to take place Saturday, August 19th on New York’s Randall’s Island, the Amsterjam will feature Rhymes performing his own solo set, as well as, a special mash-up set with Latin supergroup Yerba Buena. The day-long festival will also […]
Imprisoned Rapper Mac Minister Preps Album
Imprisoned rapper Mac Minister is preparing an album titled Minister of Defense for SMC Recordings/Fontana. Mac Minister, who is preparing to be tried for the 2005 murders of Kansas City rapper Anthony "Fat Tone" Watkins, 24 and Jermaine "Cowboy" Akins, will tell his side of the story on the album, as well as details that […]
Eminem Accused Of Assaulting Man In Strip Club On Detroit’s 8 Mile Road
Rapper Eminem is facing accusations from a man who claims the MC punched him four or five times at a Detroit strip club, leaving him with a knoton the side of his face.The man, identified as Miad J., told WXYZ TV that Eminem assaulted him in the men’s room at about 1 a.m. Wednesday (July […]
Rapper Mysonne Out Of Prison, Talks Incarceration, New Projects
Seven years after being convicted on armed robbery charges, rapper Mysonne Linen is tasting freedom with a renewed focus on music and family. The Bronx native said he hopes to release new music as early as this week. "I’m eager to get back in the studio, do some songs, get some mixtapes out and get […]
Rampage: Flavor Saver
When an artist sees his face on a fictious missing milk carton, it can elicit either disdain or motivation for that MC. For Rampage, it was a sign that the game was missing him, prompting his return with Have You Seen? on his own Deep Freeze Records this summer. The milk hasn’t spoiled yet. While […]
Rock of Boot Camp Clik: Hellraiser
R ockness Monstah can be a hard man to keep tabs on. You would probably have an easier time locating your long lost Yo! MTV Raps trading cards or those exclusive Dunks youve been lusting over on eBay. Since the release of Heltah Skeltahs sophomore effort, Magnum Force, Rock has been linked with DJ Lethal, […]
Buckshot of Boot Camp Clik: Rebooted
C rews, posses, clans, and cliques; the Hip-Hop landscape is littered with supergroups whose dreams of collective success became the CDs we now use as coasters. As the co-founder of Brooklyns own Boot Camp Clik, Buckshot is one of the few people to avoid such a fate. With over three million units sold independently, a […]
Kool G Rap Signs With West Coast Indie Back Route Records
Hip-Hop pioneer Kool G Rap has signed a recording deal with Stockton, Calif.,-based Back Route Records and is set to release his next album Uncontrolled Substance. The rapper, who has released classic albums like 1988’s Road to the Riches, 1990’s Wanted: Dead or Alive and 1995’s 456, decided on Back Route after hearing about the […]
Hip Hop Revolutionaries Support Charles Barron for Congress
Several of Hip-Hop’s most revolutionary artists are rallying in support of New York City Councilman Charles Barron, who is running for NYC Congress this year. The former Black Panther and civil rights advocate is vying for the 10th Congressional District seat, with the support of artists such as M-1 of Dead Prez, Killa Priest and […]
Raekwon, Paul Wall, Tego Calderon Head To Sierra Leone For VH1 Special
VH1 continues their "Rock Doc" series with the tentatively titled special, Bling A Planet Rock, which features rappers Raekwon, Paul Wall and Reggaeton artist Tego Calderon. The three artists are in Sierra Leone this week, to hear first hand accounts of people who have suffered at the hands of the lucrative diamond trade. The documentary […]
Threat Of Violence Cancels Beenie Man/Foxy Brown AIDS Concert In New York
LIFEbeat and The Music Industry Fights AIDS has canceled their charity fundraiser Reggae Gold Live concert, due to alleged threats of violence. The concert, dubbed “Reggae Gold Live 2006 Summer Jumpoff,” was to be presented by with E.A.R.S. Entertainment Group and New York’s Power 105.1 FM. The concert was scheduled for Tuesday, July 18 at […]
Lil Weavah: Southwest Rider
Its no secret that the independent spirit is not only alive, but its quite fruitful in the South. That said, why is the best selling underground ATL artist rhyming about his car breaking down? Lil Weavah is cut from a cloth that has not been publicly seen in some time. Having sold over 20,000 units […]
Young Dro: Killer Instinct
A true-chain smoker will light one cigarette off of another, it prevents from having to use matches or a lighter. Perhaps thats what Atlantic/Grand Hustle Records considered when they piggybacked Young Dros Best Thang Smokin off of TIs highly successful album, King. After three years of making powerful appearances on albums from T.I., P$C, and […]
Timbaland’s Mosely Music Group Launches With Chart Success From Nelly Furtado
Timabland’s Mosley Music Group (MMG) label has launched with success, as the label’s first release Loose from singer Nelly Furtado entered Billboard’s Top 200 chart at #1 last week, while the single "Promiscuous" featuring Timbaland has hit the top of Billboard’s Top 100 Singles chart this week.MMG, a joint venture label with the Interscope/Geffen/A&M, is […]
Hip-Hop Community Mourns the Death of Photographer Mpozi Tolbert
Hip-Hop culture has lost a celebrated photographer who depicted The Roots on their first album, Do You Want More. Mpozi Tolbert suddenly fell ill last week and died a short time later due to unknown reasons. The 34-year-old, who took pictures for the Indianapolis Star, collapsed at work at his photo desk, according to the […]
Kurtis Blow Brings Hip-Hop To Church With TV Series
Legendary DJ/MC Kurtis Blow is bringing Hip-Hop to the church and to the small screen with the launch of the new television series Hip-Hop America. In addition to broadcasting church services, the show will also feature live break-dancing, a youth choir and a surprise guest every week. The series is produced by the California-based company, […]
B.I.G. Family Says Police Officer On Duty During Rapper’s Slaying, Requests Lawsuit Expansion
The family of the late Notorious B.I.G. has requested an expansion to their wrongful-death lawsuit against the city of Los Angeles. According to a 94-page motion, the family contends that Los Angeles Police Department officer Rafael Perez was on duty at the Petersen Automotive Museum the night of the killing. The motion also referenced a […]
