T-Pain: Feels Good
As convoluted as the world of up-and-coming artists can be, there are a few standouts every year who get our attention. T-Pain hit the airwaves with the soothing, bass-heavy track Im Sprung, and swiftly became one of the most talked-about artists in 2005. Hailing from Tallahassee, Florida – thus the name, which is short for […]
Chris Rob: Ready For The World
Chris Robs resume reads like a compilation of the best in popular music. He has performed with powerhouse artists including Stevie Wonder, Prince, Roberta Flack, Aretha Franklin, John Legend, Lauryn Hill, and Jill Scott, to name a few. While his piano playing ability is an industry standard, Chris Rob says he is ready for people […]
Diplomats Win Group Of The Year At Vibe Awards
Harlem, New York rap group The Diplomats were named Group of the Year at the Third Annual Vibe Awards, which was taped last night (Nov. 12) in Culver City, California. The group bested nominees Destiny’s Child, 112, The Black Eyed Peas and The Ying Yang Twins. The evening was hosted by actor Anthony Anderson and […]
Chamillionaire Auctions Day On eBay
With his major-label debut The Sound Of Revenge set for release on Universal Records, Chamillionaire is offering a fan a chance to spend his debut album release day with him. Universal Records, in conjunction with eBay, is offering the auction winner and one (1) guest to accompany Chamillionaire as he promotes his new CD across […]
International Beef Heats Up Between Rhymefest & Dipset’s S.A.S.
The Dec. issue of U.K. hip-hop magazine Hip-Hop Connection has caused a stir within the UK Hip-Hop scene. In an interview with the magazine – which features 50 Cent on the cover – Rhymefest has words for North London rap group S.A.S., labeling the group’s career as "all an act.” In the same issue, Dipset […]
Lil’ Flip Talks New Album, Signs Sqad Up
Houston’s Lil’ Flip recently released his new single "What It Do" from his forthcoming album, I Need Mine. The new single is produced by former Cash Money Records producer Mannie Fresh, who concocted a unique track that Flip feels will be another sure-fire hit. "I wanted a song with energy, the way ‘Game Over’ has […]
BEP Playing NY Eve Bash, Fergie Starring In Sopranos Episode
The Black Eyed Peas are scheduled to perform at the one of the world’s largest 21-and-up New Years Eve bashes, "Giant Village 2006." Going on its sixth year, "Giant Village" is returning to Wilshire Boulevard in downtown Los Angeles. After last year’s sold-out event, the party will be expanded by two blocks, for an even […]
Beanie Sigel’s Finances Scrutinized In Court
After being jailed for non-payment of child support, Beanie Sigel was released within an hour of posting more than $27,000 in back child support and $2,000 in fines yesterday (Nov. 10). The Philadelphia Weekly reports that Sigel seemed almost entirely unaware of his own financial status, and the rapper claimed to have made little income […]
50 Cent Movie Pulled From PA Theater After Fatal Shooting
A man was shot and killed Wednesday night (Nov. 9) at the Loews Waterfront movie theater in Homestead, Pennsylvania, after viewing 50 Cent’s new movie, "Get Rich or Die Tryin’. " Shelton Flowers, 30, was shot after a confrontation between him and three other men in the movie theater’s bathroom. According to reports, Shelton had […]
Robert Simels: A Case For Murder Inc.
New York criminal defense attorney Robert Simels is a legend in legal circles for having represented everyone from Southeast Queens drug kingpin Lorenzo “Fat Cat” Nichols to mobster Henry Hill, the real-life mobster who was the inspiration for Goodfellas. Until recently, he was also the attorney for Kenneth “Supreme” McGriff and he spoke exclusively with […]
Jermaine Dupri, Nelly, Destiny’s Child Honored By HSAN
The Hip-Hop Summit Action Network is honoring Jermaine Dupri, Destinys Child, Nelly and Chrysler Financial for their work in the community at annual awards benefit. The 3rd Annual Action Awards Benefit Dinner is an exclusive fundraising celebration that will help support HSAN work to utilize the power of Hip- Hop for positive social change. “I’m […]
Mack 10: King Pin Dream
Mack 10 is at a crossroads. Since day one, critics have compared his style and based his merits upon a close relationship with Ice Cube. But without Cube, Mack has released a series of an albums, some memorable, others not. But while his peers have faded or fallen, the Inglewood veteran continues to maintain a […]
Red Cafe: Tha G Code
Brooklyns Red Café has patiently waited his turn. From a five-year bid, to uniting with 50 Cent and DJ Whoo-Kid, now to aligning with Mack 10 to attempt to make history. In all of these movements in phases, Red clearly can, I Got a Story To Tell. Like the title of his forthcoming Hoo-Bangin/Capitol release […]
An Ode to Rosa
While there had been numerous atrocities and injustices such as the murder of Emmett Till up to and preceding 1955, December 1st became an active catalyst to a movement that forever changed the plight of American culture. Who would’ve thought that the simple act of remaining seated on a segregated bus would come to, ironically, […]
S.P.I.T.
Artist: SupernaturalTitle: S.P.I.T.Rating: 3 StarsReviewed by: Paine The transition from freestyle acclaim to noteworthy albums hasnt been historically successful. From Busy Bee to Craig G, MCs who rocked many crowds get stifled in the Discman iPod. After 2003s mildly received The Lost Freestyle Files, freestyle laureate, Supernatural presents S.P.I.T: Spiritual Poetry Ignites Thought (Up Above), an […]
Arrest Warrant Issued For Beanie Sigel Over Child Support
Police issued an arrest warrant for Philadelphia rapper Beanie Sigel yesterday charging him with failing to pay child support. Today (Nov. 10), Sigel was jailed by a Philadelphia Family Court judge and sentenced to six months in prison until he pays $26,000 in child support and $2,000 in fines. The judge ordered Sigel to pay […]
Sickside Stories
Artist: Sick SymphoniesTitle: Sickside StoriesRating: 3 StarsReviewed by: Wacko Rising from the underground battlefield is the Sick Symphonies camp, loaded with lyrics of street tales and life experiences. In 1997 Sony released The Psycho Realm, the debut album from the group of the same name, made up of brothers Jacken and Duke, and B-Real of […]
Colts Players Get Into Rap, Record ‘Go Colts’
The Indianapolis Colts are currently the National Football League’s only undefeated team with a record of 8-0 and two of their teammates want the competition to know. Hip-Hop continues to merge with the professional sports industry as Indianapolis based rapper Jim-E-Mac has landed Colts team members Cato June and Donald Strickland on a single. “Go […]
Master P. Launches Distribution Company, Preparing Three New Releases
Mogul and rapper Master P. has launched his own distribution company, Gutter Music Records and Distribution. According to Miller, the new distribution company will also distribute releases from his No Limit label. The first release to be distributed by Gutter Music Records and Distribution will be Hurricane Katrina by the 504 Boyz, which features group […]
Get Rich or Die Tryin’ (Film)
Artist: Movie ReviewTitle: Get Rich or Die Tryin’ (Film)Rating: 2 1/2 StarsReviewed by: Imani A. Dawson Thanks to his colossal debut album Get Rich or Die Tryin and commercial omnipresence, everyone knows the saga of 50 Cent. The real challenge of his Get Rich or Die Tryin (MTV Films/Paramount) film is to weave humanity into […]
