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http://allhiphop.comAtlanta, Georgia rapper Young Jeezy’s frowning snowman logo on a t-shirt has caused a stir in the United States and now the shirt has been banned from the Polk County, Florida Public School system. Superintendent Gail McKinzie alerted principals in the school system last week about the t-shirt, which features a frowning snowman, usually followed […]
Over the years, people have come up with more than a few different recipes for success. But one thing that is always included is perseverance, believing that, some day, your efforts will pay off. Despite only being in his mid-twenties, DJ Don Cannon, knows a thing or two about perseverance; probably more than many of […]
XXL has had a banner year. From a comprehensive expose of Jay-Z’s move to the Carter Administration, to a plethora of XL ratings on numerous major and indie releases, now to their very own CD, 2005 watched XXL fly high. However, some critics argue that if Interscope Records is doing good, it’s only natural that […]
There you are in a big old empty room, staring somebody down. The first thing that may come to mind is Prince’s “Do Me Baby”. But after the Purple One penned the song for his 1983 album, Controversy, a little known artist named Meli’sa Morgan recorded a version in 1986 that made the song an […]
Mesmerizing, Orgasmic, Naughty, Tantalizing, Arousing, Notorious and Addictive. Put it all together, and you’ve got one sexy acronym for Montana. There are thousands of pretty faces on the net, and if you do your research, you may just find some real talent. Aside from her beauty, voluptuous body and a freaky mind, Montana has extensive […]
During federal prosecutors ongoing trial against The Inc.’s Irv and Chris “Gotti” Lorenzo tomorrow (Nov. 21), prosecutors will present evidence regarding a May 2000 shooting involving 50 Cent, according to a source close to the trial told AllHipHop.com. Lawyers are expected to allege that Kenneth "Supreme" McGriff ordered Ja Rule’s bodyguard Robert "Son" Lyons to […]
DJ Drama of the The Aphilliates has released “Gangsta Grillz: Respect The Game,” a DVD version of the popular mixtape series. The DVD features an abundance of interviews including Bun B, Jae Millz, Killer Mike, Lil Jon, Lil Scrappy, Lil Wayne, Ludacris, Nelly, Paul Wall, Pitbull, P$C, Stat Quo, T.I., producers and other tastemakers. The […]
Veteran rapper Darryl “DMC” McDaniels, formerly of pioneering rap group Run-DMC, has ended his 20-year affiliation with Adidas. The rapper has joined on to promote the Upscale French-owned brand, Le Coq Sportif. DMC said he came across the brand on his quest to find a comfortable sneaker, after many years with Adidas, whom he once […]
Artist: ChamillionaireTitle: The Sound of RevengeRating: 3 1/2 StarsReviewed by: Bill “Low-Key” Heinzelman The city of Houston has owned Hip-Hop the past year. From the mainstream success of Paul Wall, Slim Thug and Mike Jones, to the overlooked releases of the Geto Boys and Z-Ro, H-Town is officially the newfound hotbed of Hip-Hop. But for […]
DMX was sentenced to 70 days on Rikers Island today (Nov. 18) at a sentencing hearing in Queens, New York. Criminal Court Judge Dorothy Chin-Brandt sentenced DMX to 70 days on Rikers Island for violating his probation and showing up three hours late to court yesterday. DMX, real name Earl Simmons, was facing a 60-day […]
According to an article in today’s (Nov. 18) Washington Post, police are fed up with rapper Cam’ron and his lack of cooperation in relation to an Oct. 22 shooting that left the rapper with gunshot wounds. Police said they have still not been able to locate the rapper to question him, but are looking for […]
Sean “Diddy” Combs, the founder and CEO of Bad Boy Entertainment, got the opportunity to explain his side of the publishing squabble with The Lox Thursday after the two parties were embroiled in a heated argument on Wednesday, during an interview on New York City’s Hot 97. After much prodding by radio host Angie Martinez […]
When the legendary Bay Area crew Hieroglyphics as first formed, Jive asked me to write Casual’s bio. I went to meet him at Domino’s house, suprised to meet a tall, semi-husky kid playing Shinobi, on a video game console. Those were different times. Now fast forward a decade and some change. When AllHipHop.com called me […]
Sadat X has stayed relevant to Hip-Hop for fifteen years. Outside of his legendary status with Brand Nubian, the New Rochelle MC has made classics such as “The Lump Lump” and “1-9-9-9” on his solo endeavors. In 2005, he was courted by Missy Elliot and Beanie Sigel to appear on major label releases ages after […]
Troy Carter, Tony Davis and Julius “Jay” Erving have started a new entertainment company, the Coalition, which boasts management clients like Nelly, Eve, Fat Joe, Floetry, Kelis, Lil Wayne, Mario, Jazzy Pha, Tatyana Ali, Famlay, Murphy Lee and the St. Lunatics and others. The fledging company specializes in talent management, film production, television production and […]
The second day of dramatic testimony took place today (Nov. 17) as the money laundering trial of The Inc.’s Irving Lorenzo, who dropped the “Gotti” moniker from his name and his brother Christopher, continues. Celebrities such as Damon Dash and Ja Rule attended the high-profile trial taking place at Brooklyn U.S. District Court in Brooklyn, […]
Ludacris has responded to the outcry that resulted after the Atlanta, Georgia rapper donned a Confederate Flag during his performance Nov. 12 at the 3rd annual Vibe Awards. For the show’s finale, Ludacris performed the new song "Georgia" with Bobby Valentino and Field Mobb. Luda said he wore the flag to make a statement and […]
While rapper Paris was exercising, the Bay area rapper received about a half dozen phone calls wondering if he was alive. The internet and California Hip-Hop community was abuzz upon hearing that the politically charged lyricist was brutally murdered in some type of home invasion. DJ T-K.a.s.h., an artist signed to Paris’ Guerilla Funk label, […]
Even though The Lox and Sean “Diddy” Combs seemingly made peace after performing at the Jay-Z and Nas performance truce last month, the former Bad Boy rappers’ long-running complaints against the mogul have re-surfaced. On Angie Martinez’s Hot 97 radio show, The Lox members Jadakiss and Styles P made a passionate, aggressive plea for their […]
Rapper The Game has joined the active roster of the newly formed Inglewood Cobras, a California-based professional basketball team. The Cobras will introduce the Compton, California emcee as one of its anchor players for the upcoming American Basketball Association (ABA) season later this week. "It’s just a branch off of the moves I’m trying to […]