Prosecutors Seeks To Send C-Murder Back To Prison For Parole Violations
No Limit Records artist C-Murder may return to jail, amid accusations he violated the terms of his house arrest. Jefferson Parish prosecutors are seeking to send the lyricist (born Corey Miller) back to prison, according to court records filed Thursday (June 8). The request comes in light of a video that shows Miller violated his […]
Ice-T, Common, Russell Simmons & Others Talk ‘Drug Years’ On New VH1 Special
VH1 will premier a four-part documentary tonight (June 12) that examines the rise of illicit drug use in America and its impact on pop culture. Produced in association with The Sundance Channel, VH1’s The Drug Years provides an analysis of the commercial drug culture in America by exploring how popular influences, including music and television, […]
Afeni Shakur , Tupac Amaru Shakur Foundation Announce ‘Tupac Legacy Tour’
Afeni Shakur and the Tupac Amaru Shakur Foundation have announced the Tupac Legacy Tour, which will feature well known artists performing songs from the late rapper’s catalog. Due to begin in Los Angeles this fall, the 25-date cross country tour will feature artists celebrating the life of Tupac backed by a live band. DJ’s will […]
Aaron Lacrate: In Da Club
U ntil the captivating writing and gritty cinematography of The Wire, Hip-Hop seems to have been slow to embrace Baltimore. But as one of the few remaining checkpoints on I-95 gets its due, Aaron Lacrate rejoices after years of work in the effort. The DJ/producer has been getting the Baltimore City name up with spray […]
The Big Bang
Artist: Busta RhymesTitle: The Big BangRating: 4 1/2 StarsReviewed by: Alvin “aqua” Blanco Busta Rhymes still has a passion for this rap music thing. While the majority of MCs of his vintage called it a career, or should have, years ago, the former Leaders of the New School lyricist has battled and conquered the adversity […]
Lyfe Jennings: Steady Aim
Check out the EXCLUSIVE acapella performance of Lyfe’s new single “S-E-X” on AHHA! A stint in jail, an overnight trip to Apollo for a five-win streak and a debut album that was once dropped by the label is not the typical path of an R&B artist. Despite unusual challenges, Lyfe Jennings bucked the system, bringing […]
Just For Kicks (DVD)
Artist: DVD ReviewTitle: Just For Kicks (DVD)Rating: 4 StarsReviewed by: Sidik Fofana The first step of being a sneaker addict is admitting you have a problem. But, after watching the new documentary Just For Kicks (Image Entertainment), you might be unsure whether getting help is really the next move. Directors Lisa Leone and Thibaut de […]
Dead prez Honored At Imagenation’s Revolution! Awards
Hip-Hop duo dead prez was honored last week at this year’s Imagenation’s Revolution! Awards. The second annual event, which was held at the Apollo Theatre in Harlem, recognizes artists and industry leaders of color who use their work as vehicles for social change, to foster solidarity and blaze new trails. "Dead prez is tremendously proud […]
Lil’ Eazy-E Arrested For Gun Possession
Rapper Eric "Lil’ Eazy-E" Wright Jr. was arrested near Compton, California last night (June 10), after authorities stopped vehicle for a traffic violation and found him to be in possession of a firearm police officers said. Wright and two other unidentified men were also arrested, one for possession of a firearm and the other for […]
Notorious B.I.G. Lawsuit Retrial Set for October
A date for a retrial in the wrongful death lawsuit of the late Notorious B.I.G. has been set. The Associated Press reports the retrial will be October 16. U.S. District Judge Florence-Marie Cooper, who made the ruling Thursday (June 8), ordered the plaintiff and defense attorneys to continue the information-sharing process in preparation for the […]
RIAA To Announce New Gold/Platinum Award For Ringtones
The Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), along with Cellular Telecommunications & Internet Association (CTIA) and Billboard will announce a new Gold and Platinum Award, recognizing sales of mobile ring tones. The event will take place on June 14 at the Time Warner Center in New York, at which point 128 different racks will be […]
Tyrese Hip-Hop Album Leaked On The Internet
Tracks from R&B singer/actor Tyrese "Black Ty" Gibson’s new dual-disc LP Alter Ego have been leaked to the Internet. According to sources, several songs from the double disc set were leaked. The album features Tyrese recording R&B songs on disc one, while the second disc introduces his new rap moniker "Black Ty" and will only […]
Bruce Willis Gets Down With Hip-Hop With New Documentary
Hollywood actor Bruce Willis has executive produced an inspirational documentary about inner city youth and the power of Hip-Hop culture. TheWord.Life: The Hip Hop Project features Willis, alongside MTV’s Sway and Hip-Hop pioneers Russell Simmons and Doug E. Fresh, and chronicles several years in the life of New York City teenagers who transform their life […]
Rick Ross and Nina Sky Featured on The Fader Magazine’s First iTunes-Distributed Issue
Miami rapper Rick Ross and singing duo Nina Sky will grace the cover of The Fader Magazine’s summer music issue. The edition, which features a look at what’s hot in music for the summer, will be the first full magazine posted on iTunes and featured on iTune’s “New and Notable” podcast section. Although the magazine’s […]
Jay-Z Celebrates 10 Year Anniversary of ‘Reasonable Doubt’ with One Night Only Concert
To commemorate the 10th anniversary of his debut album, Reasonable Doubt, Brookyln rap icon Jay-Z will take the stage June 25 for a one-night only concert at New’s York’s Radio City Music Hall. The Def Jam Recordings President will perform songs from the album in their entirety. The concert marks a milestone for Jay-Z, who […]
Devo Springsteen: Whip It!
A brother with strong business acumen is extremely important in todays America, especially when youre dealing with the pythons and cobras of the recording industry. Devo Harris is in a real G.O.O.D spot. He proudly encourages, Naysayer, please show me one example why Kanyes crew aint the s**t and I could refute you with five, […]
GLC: Heaven Knows
I n the Hip-Hop world, a memorable cameo appearance and endorsements from A-List artists can be both a gift and a curse. After impressive guest spots alongside one-time mentors on EPMDs Hardcore and Dr. Dres Deep Cover, Redman and Snoop Dogg respectively proved that artists can parlay a quality 16-bar verse into a successful solo […]
Fabolous Founds Hip-Hop Clothing Line
Fabolous has finally made the leap into fashion with his new clothing collection, Ric Yung, a line he said would evoke a classic look with a Hip-Hop twist. “It’s the hottest s**t in a minute. If anybody likes the classic Polo from back in the days, this is about to be a new Polo for […]
Texas Rap/R&B Community Unite For The DJ Screwfest and Car Show
A variety of Texas rap legends will unite and pay homage to the late pioneer DJ Screw at the first annual DJ Screwfest and Car Show. The event takes place July 22 at the Pasadena Convention Center & Fairgrounds in Houston. Confirmed performers include various members of DJ Screw’s Screwed Up Click, as well as […]
Singer Sleepy Brown Prepares Debut Album On Big Boi’s Purple Ribbon Label
Atlanta singer Sleepy Brown is set to release his debut album Mr. Brown this fall via Purple Ribbon/Virgin Records. The new LP features production by Brown and his group Organized Noize, as well as the Neptunes and the Black Eyed Peas. Guest artists include Big Boi of Outkast and Erick Sermon, among others. The disc […]
