Khia Preparing New Self Produced Album
Florida artist Khia is set to drop her long awaited sophomore release Gangstress, her first album in four years. The Thug Misses Entertainment/Warlock Records disc set will arrive in stores on July 11 and features self-production from Khia, who hit big with the single “My Neck, My Back” in 2002. The first single, “Snatch The […]
Smitty: The Diamond Prince
O ne year ago, Smitty released his single Diamonds on My Neck. Though it promoted an album thats still unreleased, the knocker affirmed a buzz that the Miami native, born Varick Smith had been building for five years. Still on a journey that paired him with Dr. Dre, P Diddy, and Jay-Z for different periods, […]
Hot 97’s Summer Jam Recap 2006
An all-star lineup of Hip-Hop artists turned out for radio station Hot 97’s 13th Annual Summer Jam concert yesterday (June 4) at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. A pre-festival show was held in the parking lot before the main event, featuring performances by Beanie Man, Naughty By Nature, and Baby Cham. Three 6 Mafia […]
Master P. Looking For ‘America’s Next Hip-Hop Star’
New Orleans rap mogul Master P. has announced his own reality show America’s Next Hip-Hop Stars, which will offer the next big rapper and group a $50,000 recording deal. According to Master P., born Percy Miller, twelve solo artists and six groups will perform various Hip-Hop songs to be critiqued by a panel of celebrity […]
DMX Charged With Driving Infractions In White Plains, New York
Rapper DMX was arrested and charged with various driving violations on Friday (JUne 2) after police pulled the rapper over in White Plains, New York for speeding. Police stopped DMX for driving his 2001 Chevy Suburban at high speeds. He was also ticketed for making an unsafe lane change. According to police, the 35-year-old rapper […]
AHH Stray News: Afrika Bambaataa, Bizarre’s Wife Shot, TJ’s DJ’s, Penthouse Mag
Hip-Hop pioneer Afrika Bambaataa will be among those honored with a permanent street sign in a Bronx Week Walk of Fame induction ceremony taking place later this month. Bambaataa, a Bronx native, will be recognized along with legendary Broadway producer Manny Azenberg, best selling suspense author Mary Higgins Clark, football hall of famer Art Donovan […]
Will Smith Preparing Three New Films
Actor/rapper Will Smith is re-teaming with Columbia Pictures to star in three new movies. According to the Hollywood Reporter, the Oscar nominee has signed on to appear in Seven Pounds, where he will portray a man who inadvertently falls in love with a woman while attempting to kill himself. In addition to his starring role, […]
Spark: Back for the First Time
S ometimes people get very close to their dreams, and realize that their current path is not the right one. After opening a show for Pastor Troy and Lil Scrappy in 2004, Spark Dawg was allegedly courted by Scrappys management. The Atlanta up-and-comers were impressed the rapper from central Texas. The 22 year-old says he […]
DJ Khaled: Dade in Full
DJ Khaled believes he was born to be an entertainer. Thats understandable, considering that the 30-year-old New Orleans native has spent more than half of his life DJing. Even his birth name, Khaled Khaled, makes it seem like his life was never intended to be ordinary. For the past 15 years, that predestined entertainer has […]
Sean Garrett: Beyond Measure
With four Grammy nominations and his monopolization of the top three spots on the April 2006 charts with Nellys “Grillz,” Chris Browns “Run It” and Beyonces “Check On It,” it’s no wonder the industry is buzzing about songwriter/producer Sean Garrett. With a solid background of singing and composing, he made huge noise in 2004 with […]
AHHA Fashion: Deciphering Denim
Jeans are a gift from the heavens. They are the perfect item of clothing for both men and women because they are versatile, comfortable and timeless. Jeans look good at the club, in the grocery store, on a date, at the park, running errands almost anywhere at any time. Boot cut, straight leg, relaxed fit, flare, […]
Rap Group Youngbloodz Arrested On Drug, Gun Charges
Rap duo Youngbloodz were arrested on Thursday (June 1) and charged with possession of marijuana with intent to distribute and possession of firearms, after police found a half pound of marijuana hidden throughout their tour bus, as well as two guns. Group members J-Bo, born Jeffrey Grigsby and Sean Paul Joseph were arrested after police […]
Baby, Lil’ Wayne To Star In ‘Cut Throat City’
Cash Money Records founder and CEO Bryan "Baby" Williams and his star artist Lil’ Wayne have signed on to star in a new independent movie titled Cut Throat City. The heist story starts in New Orleans’ rough 9th Ward, also known as "Cut Throat City." The movie is being shot by music video director Aaron […]
Screwed Up Movement
Artist: E.S.G.Title: Screwed Up MovementRating: 3 StarsReviewed by: Brandon Edwards It seems like a long time coming for Texas’ “Everyday Street Gangsta” E.S.G., a living legend to many and stranger to most. It doesn’t get any thicker as far as hood credibility goes; the g’d up dboy stacked paper after being birthed in the trap, […]
E-40 Joins And 1 Mix Tour, Releases Second Single and Video
Sick Wid It Records rapper E-40 will be the newest addition to this year’s And 1 Mix Tape tour. The event, sponsored by the And 1 shoe company and Mountain Dew., showcases the nation’s best playground basketball players in arenas across the U.S. The tour kicks off June 4 at the Home Depot Center in […]
ASCAP Honors LL Cool J
The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) will honor LL Cool J, born James Todd Smith, at its 19th Annual Rhythm & Soul Music Awards on June 26, at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Los Angeles. The invitation-only event will honor the songwriters and publishers of the most performed ASCAP songs on the […]
AHH Stray News: Method Man, H.U.F. Awards, Nas’ New R&B Singer, Star
Wu-Tang Clan’s Method Man is preparing the follow-up to 2004’s Tical O: The Prequel with a new album titled 4:21. The first single from the album is titled "Say" and features Lauryn Hill of the Fugees. Method Man’s latest album also boasts guest appearances from Styles P., Fat Joe and others and features production by […]
T.I. Reigns at The Apollo (Concert Review)
Artist: T.I.Title: T.I. Reigns at The Apollo (Concert Review)Rating: 4 StarsReviewed by: Danielle Stolich “Before me, there was no such thing as the ‘King of the South’!,” declared a lively T.I. to a packed house at Harlem’s famed Apollo Theatre Thursday night (June 1). Hundreds of fans braved the stormy weather to see the self-proclaimed […]
Ludacris, Kanye West Cleared Of Stealing Song From New Jersey Rap Group
Hip-Hop stars Ludacris and Kanye West were cleared of copyright infringement in a New York court yesterday (June 1), after being accused of stealing portions of Ludacris’ 2003 hit single, "Stand Up." I.O.F. (It’s Only Family), an upcoming rap group from New Jersey, filed the lawsuit against Ludacris, born Christopher Bridges and Kanye West in […]
Dame Grease: Grease Lightning
T here are only two reactions to adversity – win or lose. Roadblocks are certain to affect progress in an environment as political and shark-infested as the music industry. Hit-making machine Dame Grease has gotten the job done time and time again, but has seemingly hit a glass ceiling when its time for that special […]
