Africa Hot!: The Afrofuture Sessions
Artist: Wale OyejideTitle: Africa Hot!: The Afrofuture SessionsRating: 3 1/2 StarsReviewed by: Dustin Glick Nigerian beatmaker takes listeners on a voyage of afrobeat, Hip-Hop and brokenbeat futuresound. Nigerian-born producer and vocalist Wale Oyejide lets you know just what to expect from his new album with its title: Africahot! The Afrofuture Sessions (Shaman Work). Oyejide has […]
Lil’ Kim Off House Arrest Aug 3., Preparing Season 2 Of ‘Countdown To Lockdown’
Rap star Lil’ Kim’s house arrest will come to an end on Thursday (Aug. 3) according to her representatives. Her house arrest, which lasted 30 days, was part of the conditions of her parole after being released from prison on July 3. Lil’ Kim, born Kimberly Jones, served 10 months in a Philadelphia prison for […]
Napalm
Artist: NashawnTitle: NapalmRating: 2 1/2 StarsReviewed by: John Kennedy Although the Bravehearts made their mark on mainstream Hip-Hop with the club favorite “Oochie Wally”, their debut album, Bravehearted, was met with twin thumbs down from critics. But wisely, the group’s lyrical standout, Nashawn (formerly known as Millennium Thug), distanced himself to guest status on the […]
History In The Making
Artist: J.R. WriterTitle: History In The MakingRating: 3 StarsReviewed by: Martin A. Berrios Whether you hate or love them, you got to admit that The Diplomats are popping. Their hood anthems coupled with their flamboyant lifestyle have made them fans from the block to the burbs. Now that their starting line up of Cam’ron, Juelz […]
Death Of Frequent Flyer
Artist: Psalm OneTitle: Death Of Frequent FlyerRating: 3 1/2 StarsReviewed by: Sidik Fofana Geez, what a rapper gotta do to get in your CD changer? An MC like Psalm One could give you a year of her work for free, and still that joint would be a coaster on your dining room table. It’s pure […]
Orlando Jones: On The Inside
At an early age, Southern-bred actor/comedian Orlando Jones knew he had the makings of a star. He successfully transitioned from behind the scenes writing and production on popular television shows such as Roc, Martin and A Different World to becoming a highly sought after actor on the big screen. After a two year stint on […]
Illseed: Mentoring Idiots & Forcing Change
With all the discontent, b####### and town hall meetings that people participate in, I figured it was my civic duty to offer some concrete solutions that people can follow to make quantifiable change. This sucks, that sucks, the music, Black people, White people, the industry, the "man" – it all sucks. All our effort is […]
Rhymefest: Resume before Rap
Thats what makes me different from every other rapper. When rappers be like, Whatchoo want me to do, work at Mickey Ds? Im the rapper thats like, Hell yeah, muthaf**ka. Then you know what its like. It teaches you to be a man so you can take care of your business. If you dont never […]
Paul Wall: A New Ice Opinion
T o many, Paul Wall is all smiles. After all, the Houston star struck monumental success rhyming about his diamond-covered grill, so why not show it? Another reason to smile: Swishahouse’s top priority welcomed a son into the world early in 06. Now, Mr. Wall is preparing for an easy transition into his next major […]
AHH Stray News: Coolio, Letoya, Baby, Dame Dash
Rapper Coolio will be featured on an upcoming special on the TV Guide Channel titled Stars’ First Jobs, which will be hosted by Melissa Rivers. The one-hour special features Coolio and Emmy nominated actress Chandra Wilson (Grey’s Anatomy) returning to work for a day at their first job. Coolio goes to the forest as part […]
New Task Force Assigned To B.I.G. Case, Man Connected To Lawsuit Arrested
A new task force of senior homicide detectives has been created to investigate the still-unsolved murder of the late Notorious B.I.G.If new evidence is found, it could strengthen the Los Angeles Police Department’s claim that its officers had nothing to do with the rap icon’s death, the LA Times reports.The launching of the task force […]
Damon Dash Teams With Robert Deniro’s Tribeca Films For Larry Davis Flick
Mogul Damon Dash has teamed with Tribeca Productions partners Robert DeNiro and Jane Rosenthal to produce a drama based on the life of convicted murderer, Larry Davis.Davis became infamous in 1986 at the age of 19, when the NYPD launched one of the largest manhunts in the history of New York state. Davis was accused […]
Mobb Deep Heads Overseas For Series Of Shows
Queensbridge rappers Prodigy and Havoc of Mobb Deep landed in Japan on Friday (July 28), kicking off a series of international shows.The group is performing tonight (July 30) at Shibuya-AX in Tokyo. A host of Japanese artists are featured on the bill including Naomi Yoshimura, DJ Muro, DJ Mikan, DJ Masako, Ryu Butcher and Shige […]
Ludacris Sports New Look In “Money Maker” Video
Rapper Ludacris will head to Miami to shoot the video for "Money Maker" with Pharrell Williams on Monday (July 31) and the video will debut a new look for the Disturbing Tha Peace CEO. Ludacris, born Chris Bridges, has cut off his trademark braids and afro for a shorter haircut. According to the rapper, who […]
Big Tigger Hosting Black Bikers 2006 International Bikefest
Radio DJ and BET VJ Big Tigger will play host to the National Association of Black Bikers (NABB) 2006 International Bikefest during the Labor Day weekend. Being held in Miami, the Bikefest is a charity event for motorcycle enthusiasts and those attracted to the biking lifestyle. The annual occasion is set to feature a weekend […]
Crazy Legs: Kick, Push
A lmost thirty years ago in 1977, the Rocksteady Crew came to life and set a standard in the Hip-Hop culture that would echo decades later. Richard Crazy Legs Colón, a then youngster with the liquid motion, evolved from a crew favorite to President of the Rocksteady empire. One of the longest standing crews in […]
D.M.C. Forms Summer Camp For Adopted Children
Run-D.M.C. group member Darryl “D.M.C.” McDaniels has announced the formation of Camp Felix, a summer camp for children without parents. Founded through D.M.C.’s The Felix Organization, Camp Felix has a mission of sending 150 children to summer camp with hopes of giving them a life changing experience. “There are many children growing up without parents, […]
Snoop, Kurupt, Daz Producing ‘Tha Dogg Pound DVD’
Snoop Dogg, Daz Dillinger and Kurupt are launching a new behind-the-scenes DVD magazine titled Tha Dogg Pound DVD. The DVD will feature footage of Tha Dogg Pound, up and coming artists and issues that are pertinent to the urban community. “We are in full alliance and have a team of individuals who are going to […]
LL Cool J Inks Seven Figure Deal To Develop Drama For CBS
LL Cool J has signed a deal to develop and produce a new dramatic television series with Alchemy Entertainment and CBS, a major television network. The deal, worth an estimated seven figures, marks LL Cool J’s return to prime-time television after the rapper/actor’s stint as "Marion Hill" in the television series In The House, which […]
Charges Against Star To Be Dropped In Six Months
Criminal charges against controversial radio personality Star will be dropped in six months, according to the District Attorney’s office.Star (born Troi Torain) was fired in May by New York’s Power 105. FM for what the station’s parent company, Clear Channel Radio, said were "wholly unacceptable" comments about rival, DJ Envy.Star was accused of making anti-Asian […]
