NBA Bans ‘Hip-Hop Dress’, Players, Coaches React
With the blessing of the NBA Players Association, the NBA has set forth a "minimum" dress code that will be implemented starting with the 2005-2006 season. Players will also now be required to wear a sport coat on the bench when they are not in uniform. In addition, players will no longer be able to […]
Young Buck, 50 Cent Make Substantial Donations For Education
Young Buck and 50 Cent recently announced two new grants that will be distributed by 50 Cent’s G-Unity Foundation. Young Buck will donate $25,000 to the Nashville Alliance for Public Education to support Advance Via Individual Determination (AVID), a nationwide program aimed at helping aspiring college students. "The Nashville Alliance for Public Education is proud […]
Ne-Yo: Unplugged
Singer/songwriter Ne-Yo is entering the entertainment industry strongly – slowly perfecting each angle of the game. Although he is only 22, Ne-Yo is not a newcomer to the scene. Growing up in a musical household in Las Vegas, his talents were engrained in him from birth, and he began honing his crafts in his teens. […]
Jha Jha: Afro Puffs
Its been a bit of time now since Jha Jha joined the fold of Dipset as their official first lady, yet, we still havent heard a great deal for her. That is all soon to change. She recently contributed So Gangsta, which is featured on More Than Music, the solo debut album from Dipsets Duke […]
The Source Defends ‘G-Unot’ Issue, 50’s Manager Chris Lighty Speaks
The recently released November issue of The Source features a sensational cover story on 50 Cent and G-Unit with the headline "G-Unot! Is Corporate Rap’s Top Unit Fading Fast?" Although insiders have speculated that the article is fueled by a feud with Interscope Records, 50 Cent & his G-Unit crew, The Source’s Editor-In-Chief Dasun Allah […]
UN Backs South African Hip-Hop Summit, Guru Headlining Concert
The United Nations will host the first ever Global Hip-Hop Summit in South Africa tomorrow (Oct. 20) in an effort to achieve their Millennium Development Goals. The UN’s Millennium Development Goals include the upliftment of millions of youth around the world using Hip-Hop music. The summit will take place in various areas of The Newtown […]
Mister Cartoon, T-Mobile Created Limited Edition Sidekick II
T-Mobile has partnered with tattoo artist Mister Cartoon and Juicy Couture to create a limited edition version of the T-Mobile Sidekick II. Cartoon’s Sidekick II is a black ink-colored unit that features custom tattoo artwork around the 2.6 inch screen. "I am a gadget freak and my Sidekick II rolls everywhere with me," Cartoon said. […]
Renegade Foxxx: Tough Love
Renegade Foxxx is a whole other breed of artist, and he certainly shows it in an interview. In a conversation with AllHipHop.com concerning his Still Hustlin album, Renegade shares thoughts on every corner of the industry and makes some bold commentary. But if you thought it was a gimmick, the Alabama turned New Jersey […]
AHH Stray News: Sticky Fingaz Arrested, Lone Catalysts, Prince Harry, Young Jeezy
Sticky Fingaz surrendered this morning (Oct. 18) after allegedly leaving a gun in his hotel room yesterday. Local reports said that Sticky, born Kirk Jones, left a loaded 9mm in the Flatotel in Mid-town Manhattan. Housekeeping reportedly found the gun and called police. Sticky Fingaz surrendered to authorities this morning. The rapper is in New […]
Eve Tapped To Host Fashion Expo
Multi-platinum recording artist/actress Eve has been tapped to host the 2005 Philadelphia Fashion Expo at the Pennsylvania Convention Center. Eve, born Eve Jeffers, will be on hand to host the event and to cheer on new and young designers. "Coming home and hosting this worthwhile event is a great honor to me," Eve said of […]
The Black Rob Report
Artist: Black RobTitle: The Black Rob ReportRating: 4 StarsReviewed by: James Johnson Who doesnt remember the joint, Whoa? It was only one of the biggest hits of 1999. Black Rob immediately solidified himself as a hood celebrity with the songs and it carried his debut, Life Story to platinum status. With Bad Boy records suffering […]
Cypress Hill’s Sen Dog & Mellow Man Ace Form Reyes Brothers
Cypress Hill’s Sen Dog and Mellow Man Ace have partnered to form a new group, The Reyes Brothers. The result of the union is a new album titled Ghetto Therapy on their own Latin Thug Records imprint. Ghetto Therapy will feature tracks with Warren G, Bishop Lamont and production from the likes of DJ Muggs, […]
Rapper Trick Daddy Hosting Halloween Party For Victims Of Hurricanes
Trick Daddy will give back to the Miami community this Halloween, as the superstar rapper is hosting the Trick Luv Da Kids Spooktacular Halloween Fundraiser later this month. The event is part of a broader partnership the rapper’s non-profit struck with Single Parent Initiative and the Boys & Girls Clubs in Mississippi and New Orleans […]
Domination: What’s Beef?
Even with the tinted windows rolled up on his all-black ride, people are waiving at his car on Jamaica Avenue in Queens. Domination is really in the hood. There is a stack of posters in his the backseat to promote the release of the recently released God Giveth, God Taketh Away. With Bang Em Smurf […]
Lost Boyz: Pounds Up
It has been ten years since the Lost Boyz stormed on the scene with Legal Drug Money. With Mr. Cheeks and Freaky Tah leading the way, the LB Fam carved their own niche with their creative party jams and energetic street anthems. Utilizing the formula that Naughty By Nature made popular, the Lost Boyz’ run […]
Court Documents Reveal The Inc.’s Hardships, Plot To Kill Irv Gotti, More
AllHipHop.com reveals the hardships Irv Gotti and The Inc. are having after the feds accused him of laundering drug money! Read more!
Kardinal Offishall Talks ‘Fire & Glory’
Toronto, Canada rapper Kardinal Offishall is preparing his second official release, Fire & Glory. The rapper recently parted ways with his former label, MCA and will release the album through a unique, Canada only deal with Virgin, EMI. Offishall released Firestarter Vol.1: Quest for Fire for MCA, which produced two hits, “Bakardi Slang" and "Ol’ […]
T.I. Denies Being Boyz-N-Da Hood Member
Atlanta, Georgia rapper T.I. has issued a statement to AllHipHop.com, denying that he is a new member of Boyz N Da Hood (BNDH). Last week, BNDH founder Blok confirmed that Young Jeezy had left the group and that New Orleans rapper Lil’ Wayne was the newest member. Representatives for Atlantic immediately dismissed T.I.’s inclusion in […]
RZA, Xzibit Star In ‘Derailed’ With Clive Owen, Jennifer Aniston
The Wu-Tang’s RZA and MTV’s “Pimp My Ride” host Xzibit will star in supporting roles in the upcoming movie “Derailed.” The movie is based upon the best-selling novel by James Seigel and was directed by Swedish filmmaker Mikael Håfström. RZA ("Winston") and Xzibit ("Dexter") will star alongside Clive Owen and Jennifer Aniston in the flick, […]
Sean Paul: Just Cause
Sean Paul is known to sing during his interviews. In fact, he never stops singing or writing, his music being the obvious outlet for everything he has to say. But what do we really know about this Dancehall maestro, who has had a hand in bringing Jamaican music back to its glory days reminiscent of […]
