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http://allhiphop.comArtist: Dayton FamilyTitle: Family FeudRating: 3 StarsReviewed by: Anthony “Lil Koop” Carr Before Eminem and D12 became staple names for the Michigan Hip-Hop/rap region, it was the underground names of MC Breed, Esham, Top Authority and The Dayton Family that were mentioned. And for hardcore rap fans, The Dayton Family stood out amongst the others. […]
Sean “Diddy” Combs has responded to a $5 million lawsuit filed by Tyson Beckford on Aug. 12 and the music/fashion mogul said he intends to resolve matters with the male super model. “He’s an icon and [I respect him] for what he’s done for Black people in the fashion industry and I’m going to make […]
As Salaam Alaikum, Imam Najee Ali In your "Open Letter" to Minister Farrakhan, you wrote: "Minister Farrakhan, in the spirit of brotherly love I am humbly suggesting that you consider postponing your current plans to hold a Millions More Movement March in Washington D.C. next month." I humbly disagree with your suggestion. Considering the fact […]
Prior to her U.S. relocation, 17-year-old Rihanna was enjoying the mild comforts of island life in her native Barbados. Then, the green-eyed soulstress met a record producer, landed a deal on the spot after auditioning for Jay-Z, and created one of the hottest singles of the summer, “Pon de Replay”. Now she’s prepared to keep […]
The Source magazine has appointed a new Editor-in-Chief in Dasun Allah, who will replace former EIC Joshua "Fahiym" Ratcliffe. Allah told AllHipHop.com that he would help usher in a new era for the rap magazine, which has recently experienced several personnel changes. “I’m just looking to standing on the square, thinking outside of the box […]
Uncle Luke has signed on to host an X-rated show for the BBC network as part of their 1Xtra Hip-Hop Weekend. The former 2LiveCrew head honcho and original XXX bad man will serve as host to ‘XXXtra,’ BBC’s radio show that focuses on the relationship between sex and hip-hop. The show will feature Campbell playing […]
When Eric Roberson is recording, even his family has a hard time reaching him. The singer/songwriter has been spending weeks at a time burrowed in his New Jersey in-house studio, putting together what may be one of the most anticipated independent R&B albums of 2006. While some still scratch their heads when they hear his […]
It may not be easy to spot now, but going to the “big house” may be the best thing to happen to Lil’ Kim’s career. Based on a recent interview on BET’s “106 & Park” she indicated that knows this notion to be true. “I’m gonna go do what I gotta do for a year […]
Artist: Little BrotherTitle: The Minstrel ShowRating: 5 StarsReviewed by: Martin A. Berrios Up until recently, the sky blue Tarheel colors and Petey Pablo seemed to be the only reasons Hip-Hop checked for North Carolina. Three man outfit Little Brother changed that limited outlook with the release of their masterful debut The Listening. 9th Wonder’s simple […]
Artist: PumpkinheadTitle: Orange Moon Over BrooklynRating: 3 StarsReviewed by: Bill “Low-Key” Heinzelman What do Canibus, Ras Kass and Pumpkinhead have in common? They are all great lyricists who have struggled to find suitable production to match their wit on the mic. This holds true on Pumpkinhead’s third release Orange Moon Over Brooklyn (Soulspazm/Beat Society). While […]
Artist: CasualTitle: Smash RockwellRating: 3 1/2 StarsReviewed by: Chris Yuscavage He thinks he’s raw. That was the consensus on Oaktown-bred Hieroglyphics mainstay Casual at the turn of the century, as he dropped his aptly titled 2001 solo album, He Think He Raw. Long respected as a battle-rapping, metaphor-flipping member of the Hiero family, Raw was […]
T.I., Hip-Hop’s self-proclaimed "King of the South," has been tapped to create the theme song for the MTV2 and Nike basketball series “Nike Battlegrounds: King of the Court.” The Grand Hustle recording star recently recorded "Battlegrounds: King of the Court," which will serve as the Nike Battlegrounds theme song. T.I. is also set to perform […]
Jay-Z has a score to settle and the rapper has announced a pair of concerts to express his grievances with rival rappers. The Hip-Hop megastar announced “I Declare War” as the theme of an October 27 show at the Continental Airlines Arena in East Rutherford, NJ. The event is in conjunction with Powerhouse, the annual […]
An editorial cartoon that ran in the University of Florida’s newspaper the Independent Florida Alligator on Tuesday (September 13) featuring rapper Kanye West and the word n**ga has generated controversy and outrage from numerous student groups, who said the paper was reinforcing stereotypes. The cartoon played off of West’s comments that “George Bush doesn’t care […]
Compton, California rapper The Game has been hit with a lawsuit by a former associate, claiming the rapper assaulted him during a video shoot. According to the lawsuit, Eddie Green and The Game, born Jayceon Taylor, know each other from their days attending Compton High School. Green claims The Game and others attacked and assaulted […]
The producers that provided the backdrop to Young Jeezy’s debut album, Let’s Get It: Thug Motivation 101 will come together in Atlanta today (Sept. 17) to share their experiences and expertise with the project. DJ Don Cannon (“Go Crazy”), Midnight Black (“Let’s Get It/Sky’s The Limit”), Mr. Collipark (“Trapstar”), Sanchez (“Last of a Dying Breed”), […]
In an effort to support the Katrina Relief efforts, Mississippi native David Banner continues to spear-head support from his industry friends and has organized them for a series of star studded Hip-Hop benefit concerts in support of the Mississippi survivors of Hurricane Katrina. Banner’s "Heal The Hood” Hurricane Relief Concert will be held in Atlanta […]
Rapper Lil’ Kim and Tracey Edmonds of Edmonds Entertainment are teaming to produce a reality show focusing on Kim’s final days of freedom as she prepares to go to prison for a year. “Lil’ Kim Goes to the Big House” is being executive produced by Edmonds Entertainment, Kim’s manager Hillary Westin, Michael McQuarn and attorney […]
As Salaam Alaikum, (Peace be unto you) Minister Farrakhan. I pray to almighty God that you are and continue to be in the best of health. You are in my thoughts because we are soon approaching the 10 year anniversary of the historic Million Man March which was held on Oct 15th in Washington D.C. […]
Rapper Bizzy Bone, the former front man of Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, has announced the formation of a reality-based show that will be streamed exclusively on AllHipHop.com in a series of weekly webisodes. The show will begin playing September 26 and Bizzy said he’s not concerned with what the public will think of him. “I don’t know […]
