SPIT DA TRUTH: Trial and Triumph of Irv and Chris Gotti
Victory Against Hip-Hop Profiling: Trial and Triumph of Irv and Chris Gotti December 2, 2005, New York City: The Federal jury that unanimously cut Irv and Chris Gotti free of bogus money laundering charges sent a tumultuous shockwave up the prejudicial spine of the government prosecutors who were confident that this latest case of “Hip-Hop […]
Jury Acquits The Inc.’s Irv & Chris Lorenzo On All Charges
Jurors in Brooklyn have acquitted The Inc.’s Irving and Christopher Lorenzo of all counts of federal money laundering. After two days of deliberation that cast the brothers’ fate in doubt, jurors sided with the defense and acquitted the Lorenzo’s on all charges of money laundering. The acquittal of the Lorenzo’s ends a two year investigation […]
BG In Talks With G-Unit, Cuban Link False
G-Unit Records may be signing Southern staple B.G. to its burgeoning roster of artists. While the deal is not completed, Sha-Money XL, a G-Unit executive who helps manage 50 Cent, confirmed that B.G. is in talks with company brass. "We are in talks with B.G. to sign him to Buck’s G-Unit South label," Sha-Money XL […]
AHH Stray News: B.I.G., Kanye, X-Clan, DMX
Dec. has been deemed "B.I.G. Mobile Month" in support of the late rapper’s Notorious B.I.G. Duets: The Final Chapter. Over 60 custom-made ringtones were released to the public on Thursday, according to a press statement. The ringtones were derived from the duets album as well as Biggie’s past hits like Ready to Die, Life After […]
Smoke & Mirrors
Artist: O.C.Title: Smoke & MirrorsRating: 3 1/2 StarsReviewed by: Starrene Rhett Where theres smoke theres O.C., and where theres O.C. there are mirrors and hes holding them up to himself and the entertainment industry. One of the most slept on MCs in the game is back with his fifth album, Smoke & Mirrors (Hieroglyphics […]
Various Rappers Rally To Save Tookie Williams
A host of rappers have convene to craft Redemption – Hip Hop United 2 Save Stan "Tookie" Williams. The album highlights talents like stic.man (of dead prez), P.O.W., Paris, Kam, Shorty (of Da Lenchmob), WC, Tank, RBX, Kid Frost, Gangsta Ridd of the Boo Ya Tribe), Frontline and others. The rapper efforts recently became more […]
Melyssa Ford: The Ultimate Hustler
With her petite frame and womanly curves, Toronto native Melyssa Ford is fully-equipped to turn heads and make people melt to their knees. After appearing in videos by high-caliber artists such as Jay Z and 112, Ford did something most scantily-clad women in videos seem to fail at. She marketed herself and her name, making […]
Lone Catalysts: Ones We Miss
The Lone Catalysts arent the only independent group causing a change in Midwest Hip-Hop. But they may be one of the most under appreciated. Theyve toured in Japan and all over Europe, in places where the people cant even speak English, but know their lyrics. However on American soil, the group just cant seem to […]
Lil’ Flip: Spearhead of the Lone Star
In Hip-Hop, every year is major, and the year is not over yet. Its the fourth quarter; 4th and inches, so only the star players are shuffling in the game to tally those critical points necessary to put the nail in the coffin. As Mike Jones, Paul Wall, Slim Thug, Chamillionaire, and Bun B got […]
Dilated Peoples Have 20/20 Hip-Hop Vision
Dilated Peoples return with a new album, 20/20, a work that is full of diverse styles from the West Coast rhyme vets. "Back Again" will be the first released single from Dilated’s new album titled 20/20, and features some atypical sounds. "We weren’t worried about the whole album…if we had two love songs and one […]
Donell Jones: Direct Connection
The R&B Underrated Artist of the Millennium goes to… Donell Jones. If such an award were to exist, Donell Jones would be its most deserving recipient. A writer, producer and critically acclaimed solo artist, Jones got his start after penning hits for the likes of Usher and 702. His 1996 debut solo album My Heart […]
Hip-Hop Legend Treks On Bike For Katrina Victims
Lee Quiñones, star of the 1981 classic Hip-Hop film “Wild Style,” has completed a bicycle ride from New York City to Miami in an effort to raise money to aid children and their families affected by Hurricane Katrina. Quiñones, now a celebrated contemporary painter, worked in conjunction with the Boys & Girls Clubs of America […]
Juelz Santana In-Store Causes Chaos In Brooklyn
Juelz Santana experienced teen-idol-like occurance on Tuesday (Nov. 29) at Brooklyn, New York’s Kings Plaza. Santana was scheduled for an in-store CD signing at Sam Goody in the Mall. People present witnessed a crowd so massive authorities feared the glass of the store would shatter, as others lined the balcony of the mall hoping to […]
True Crime: New York City
Artist: Video Game ReviewTitle: True Crime: New York CityRating: 4 StarsReviewed by: Alejandro Mojado Players wield the ultimate power as one of NYCs finest in True Crime: New York City (Activision; PS2). Gamers assume the role of Marcus Reid, a former criminal turned cop. True Crime: NYC is a vast improvement over its predecessor, True […]
Russell Simmons Talks Irv Gotti, Case Goes To Jury
Attorneys finished their closing arguments today (Nov. 30) in the federal money laundering trial of The Inc.’s Irving and Christopher Lorenzo. Def Jam co-founder Russell Simmons, Def Jam President Jay-Z, artists Ja Rule and Ashanti sat together, while Terror Squad’s Fat Joe grabbed a seat in the back of the court to watch the proceedings. […]
The Reavers: Hard Times
The Hip-Hop supergroup is formed as needed. Diggin in The Crates arrived to attack stagnant production. The Wu-Tang Clan swarmed to return the ruggedness into raps. While individually, The Reavers may be unknown to many, this group of established underground artists united with social and musical cause. Vordul Megallah, Akir, Kong, Spiega, Dom Pacino, Billy […]
Dem Franchise Boys: Speak Ya Clout
High off the crest of a hit remix featuring Jermaine Dupri, Da Brat and Bow-Wow, Dem Franchise Boyz are ready to take the success of I Think They Like Me to the next level on their forthcoming sophomore LP, On Top Of Our Game. With the ink still wet on their very, very lucrative contract […]
Lady Luck: Re-entry
When youre signed to a deal at 17, people watch and listen. Years later, when you ask to be released from your deal, few pay attention. This emotional rollercoaster is nothing new to Hip-Hop, and a way of life for Lady Luck. From her early attention earning appearances with Funkmaster Flex and EPMD, Luck never […]
Pitbull: Say It Loud
Pitbulls had a tremendous year for himself. At the start of 2005, Pitbull was unknown to many, and by the close, hundreds of thousands of people have supported the album, and thus Pits money issues. But amidst all the rise, Pitbull has stayed socially vocal, and at times, outspoken. The demand for the independent […]
Hip Hop Gold Dust
Artist: Prince PaulTitle: Hip Hop Gold DustRating: 3 1/2 StarsReviewed by: Paine Aside from his cinematic, satirical albums, Prince Paul was good for just dope beats first. While his bodies of work have been widely toted and analyzed, it seems to have been years since fans were tripping off stand-alone records that the Long Islander […]
