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http://allhiphop.comThe Nation of Islam’s Millions More Movement took place Saturday (Oct. 15, attracting leaders from Cornel West to Jim Jones. Buses, trains, and car loads of people from across the country descended on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., to celebrate the 10-year commemoration of The Million Man March. Hundreds of vendors lined Constitution Avenue […]
Artist: Bisc1Title: The Basics EPRating: 3 1/2 StarsReviewed by: Paine Often times, Hip-Hop’s most talented MC’s got their first Rap checks designing logos and doing murals. Miami’s Skam? and El Da Sensei can testify to that. Bisc1 is the Connecticut born, Brooklyn learned designer behind logos for Def Jux and Eastern Conference. The artist listened, […]
Artist: Tony TouchTitle: The Reggaetony AlbumRating: 3 1/2 StarsReviewed by: Max Herman When Tony Touch’s latest, The Reggaetony Album (EMI International), dropped this past summer, reggaeton had already made its way onto American pop radio and video rotation. With a few key hits—namely NORE’s undeniably catchy “Oye Mi Canto” and Daddy Yankee’s “Gasolina”—this danceable blend […]
Hip-Hop tag team Talib Kweli and Mos Def and who famously formed Black Star in 1998, are heading out on the road late October and next month to co-headline the Breed Love Odyssey Tour. Sponsored by Sony PlayStation, the tour takes place mostly in small, "intimate" venues, with exclusive giveaways and gaming opportunities, including PSP […]
Updated at 4:22 pm Lil’ Wayne has signed on to become an official member of Boyz N Da Hood (BNHD) and Young Jeezy has exited the ranks, according to sources. Lil Wayne, President of Cash Money Records will join the Atlanta-based super-group along with existing members Big Duke, Big Gee, Jody Breeze, a representative for […]
In an effort to commemorate the Millions More Movement, Isonic Media Group and Bungalo Records will release One Million Strong Volume 2, the official soundtrack to the Millions More Movement. The stellar CD features compositions from some of Hip-Hop’s biggest stars who have contributed to the soundtrack album as a show of their support and […]
Eminem and Apple have patched up their relationship and the chart topping rapper, who was reportedly released from rehab for addiction to pain killers, is featured in a new advertisement for the iPod. On Wednesday (Oct. 12) Apple CEO Steve Jobs introduced a new iPod that plays TV shows and videos. Eminem’s image is featured […]
AllHipHop.com: Right, I’ve heard The Emcee’s Properganda, and it seems to really be you getting back to the essence of MC’ing. It’s seems so organic. Jin: I love that word that you just said—organic. And I think that’s the sound I wanted to get. Even the whole—if I can clear it up also—a lot of […]
After his much-anticipated Ruff Ryder debut The Rest is History pretty much tanked sales-wise, Jin metaphorically hung up the mic, leading most fans to think he had retired forever and renounced the game. Quite the contrary. The Queens-bred MC simply felt the need to address certain issues in Rap, particularly the lack of quality MC’s, […]
It brings me the utmost pleasure on this day to tack on another homage to the countless barrage commending the man, the myth: Christopher Columbus. I have my own rendition of 21 questions and things that make you go ‘Hmm….’ (throwback to my man Arsenio Hall!) regarding his American lore. This guy, half-man-half-a-racist, has been […]
C. DeLores Tucker, political activist and long time opponent of “Gangsta Rap,” died Wednesday (Oct. 12) of undisclosed causes at Suburban Woods Health and Rehabilitation Center in Norristown, Pa. Tucker, 78, spent her life fighting for civil rights. Her civic and political activities include her participation in the memorable Selma-to-Montgomery March in 1965 with Dr. […]
Juelz Santana has set up a hotline to announce the release of his new album, What The Game’s Been Missing, which he recorded in his newly built recording studio. The announcement lays to rest rampant rumors that the Dipset member, still signed to Jay-Z’s Def Jam, would be caught in a growing feud between Dipset’s […]
The radio industry in New York is feeling the effects as a result of New York’s Attorney General’s payola probe. Power 105.1 FM’s well respected program director Michael Saunders was fired as a result of the probe yesterday (Oct. 12) for allegedly accepting various gifts to play records from various record labels, including Sony BMG. […]
Twista has a lot to say. That’s part of the reason why the Chicago rapper spits so fast; to make sure he gets the chance to speak his mind on whatever he can. But as the artist formerly known as Tung Twista has evolved from novelty act as “The World’s Fastest Rapper” to go-to guest […]
Known for his charitable work and philanthropic contributions, rapper Nelly has received his own star on the St. Louis Walk of Fame. The Star is given to St. Louis natives whose accomplishments have had a national impact on the cultural heritage of St. Louis. The honor is a first for the Grammy-award winning rapper and […]
The Hip-Hop Association has announced dates for its 4th Annual International Film Festival and 3rd Annual Education Summit. Starting November 4th at The Bronx Museum of The Arts, the Hip-Hop Association will present the H2ED (Hip-Hop Education) Summit. This year’s event will host teachers, organizations, parents, social workers, youth educators and explore the theme "ACTIVATE! […]
On the eve of premiering his new reality series, Rev Run has put his Saddle River mansion on the market for $5.3 million this week. The mansion served as the backdrop for “Run’s House,” a reality series about the Hip-Hip legend family home life. The swank Saddle River mansion is set on 2 acres and […]
As The Inc.’s October 24 trial date approaches for money laundering, more details are coming out about Kenneth “Supreme” McGriff and his planned defense. According to recently released documents, McGriff told The Inc.’s Christopher “Gotti” Lorenzo that he would seek the assistance of Sean “Diddy” Combs and Shawn “Jay-Z” Carter to help fund his defense […]
As the impending Oct. 24 money laundering and racketeering trial looms over The Inc (formerly The Inc.) and the Gotti brothers (Irv and Chris Lorenzo), the Federal government slowly begins to reveal its case against the once powerful label. In response to a motion by the Gotti brothers’ lawyer to declare the search of Irv’s […]
The nominees for the 2005 VIBE Awards have been announced with Ciara leading the nominations, which include Kanye West, Mariah Carey and John Legend. Ciara received a total of five nominations after the honors were announced on Monday. Ciara, Carey, Legend, 50 Cent and West will compete for Artist of the Year. The coveted Album […]
