David Axelrod: The Rebirth Of Cool
If Dr. Dres Next Episode ranked high on your nod-meter, David Axelrod deserves a lions share of the gratitude. Since the late 1950s, Axelrod remained one of the hardest working songwriters and producers on the planet. In the late 1960s and 1970s, his Capitol Records phase gave Hip-Hop a crate full of sampling inspiration, and […]
Si*Se: Chameleons Of Sound
If you mixed Sades sweet voice with a little of Portisheads edginess and a Latino swing, you still wouldnt have enough genres to describe Si*Ses sound. Formed by DJ Carol C. and U.F.L.O.W. (Cliff Cristofaro), the six-piece group has evoked just about every type of music and instrumentation into their sophomore effort, More Shine, which […]
Ras Kass: Long Way Back
Ras Kass has been out of prison for ten months. Rumors have swirled that hes on the verge of signing to G-Unit, that hes swinging vocal jabs at The Game, and that hes tucked away recording a classic. Last month, Ras released a mixtape-album, Institutionalized that has critics smiling, and the industry ducking for cover. […]
Rodney O: Still Don’t Hear Me Tho
Rodney O & Joe Cooleys You Dont Hear Me Tho was the groups energetic opus to being snubbed by radio DJs, and became their biggest hit. With other animosity-driven records like, F**k New York, its easy to understand why the Riverside, California duo may be misunderstood. Before the tumultuous early 90s, which saw many rappers […]
Jay-Z In Talks To Purchase Stake In London Soccer Team
In a move to expand his increasing business empire, Jay-Z is said to be reportedly in talks to buy a piece of the famed London soccer team, Arsenal FC. Jay-Z (real name Shawn Carter) has purportedly been in negotiations with Arsenal front office brass to purchase a big stake in the London squad. Originally a […]
Linkin Park’s Mike Shinoda Dropping Hip-Hop Project ‘Fort Minor’
Linkin Park’s Mike Shinoda is preparing a Hip-Hop album titled The Rising Tied under the name Fort Minor. Shinoda wrote produced and played almost every instrument on the album, which is executive produced by Def Jam President, Jay-Z. "The Fort Minor record is all about getting back to basics in hip-hop, both sonically and for […]
Hip-Hop Producers Battle For Cash In Connecticut
On October 8th, one upcoming producer will receive state-of-the-art equipment, their own website and $10,000 as the winner of “The Architect”, the first 3-day competition in Connecticut where hip-hop producers will compete and network among celebrities and industry A-listers. Presented by the Connecticut Music Alliance (CTMA), the competition will take place October 7th-8th at Central […]
Loon: Full Circle
Loon’s back, but not in the manner that he wanted to return. The former Bad Boy, who has sought greener pastures with his own Boss Up Entertainment, was pursuing a career in acting. Then a chance interview with a New York radio station raised the ire of Ma$e, the Harlem entertainer that helped get Loon […]
Beanie Sigel Subpoenaed By Federal Grand Jury
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania rapper Beanie Sigel was subpoenaed by a federal grand jury yesterday, as authorities seek information on the murder of his stepfather and abduction of an associate. Sigel’s lawyer Fortunato Perri Jr. confirmed that the chart topping rapper will appear before the federal grand jury next week. The rapper’s stepfather Sam Derry, was found […]
Public Enemy Comic Book To Debut In 2006
Legendary Hip-Hop group Public Enemy has teamed with Adam Wallenta of American Mule Entertainment to release a politically charged comic book. The untitled comic book, made with the cooperation of PE front man Chuck D, will be an action-adventure story that reflects the political and ideological views of the group that hit big with songs […]
Lil’ Cease/Lil’ Kim DVD Court Drama Continues
Former Junior Mafia members Lil’ Kim and Lil’ Cease continued their battle over a tell-all DVD about Lil’ Kim’s perjury trial yesterday (Oct. 5) in court. Lawyers for Lil’ Kim have been given until next Wednesday to convince a New York judge that former group member Lil’ Cease should not release "The Chronicles of Junior […]
Universal Zulu Nation Clothing Line Hitting Stores
Sedgwick & Cedar announced today (Oct. 6) that they have acquired the exclusive rights to the new Universal Zulu Nation clothing line, launching Oct. 15. Founded by Afrika Bambaataa, the Universal Zulu Nation arose among reformed street gang members in the Bronx in the early 1970’s and boasts a membership of 400,000 people. The mission […]
Scion DJ Contest Expands Categories
Scion continues to support Hip-Hop and independent artistic expression by presenting the Scion 3rd annual “Free Up Your Mix” National DJ Contest. The legendary DJ Jazzy Jeff and NYC mixtape guru Tony Touch are among the judges that will be evaluating the submissions. The contest celebrates and rewards DJs for showcasing their skills and creativity […]
Miami Judges Issues In Favor Of Slip-N-Slide In Pitbull Album Court Battle
A Miami judge recently issued a 26-page opinion stating that Slip-N-Slide Records has the right to release an album that rapper Pitbull recorded prior to signing with the New York based, TVT Records. The judge ruled that Slip-N-Slide has the right to issue the album Welcome to the 305, as long as it has a […]
Floetry: Opposites Attract
Its funny how two women who used to play against each other on the basketball court in high school now are credited with making some of the most soulful music together. As different as Floetry members Marsha Ambrosius (the Songstress) and Natalie Stewart (the Floacist) seem to be, the better their music gets. The two […]
Associate Of Beanie Sigel’s Slain Stepfather Abducted
In a recent turn of events, Philadelphia police are now investigating the abduction of an Oak Lane man from his residence early this morning that may be connected to the murder of rap star Beanie Sigel’s stepfather. About 5:40 a.m. this morning, officers were dispatched to the 6700 block of North Third Street to investigate […]
The Day After
Artist: TwistaTitle: The Day AfterRating: 3 1/2 StarsReviewed by: Jessica Dufresne Sometimes making it big suddenly is more trouble than its worth. Twista might know this better than anyone as he drops the follow-up to his platinum Kamikaze. Although he was already well known and respected for years before MTV cared, it wasnt until Slow […]
Rapper Noreaga Signs With Jay-Z’s Roc-La-Familia, Planning Separate Hip-Hop Album On Def Jam
Queens, New York rapper and reggaeton artist Noreaga has signed a deal with Jay-Z’s Roc-La-Familia to release a reggaeton album, while preparing to release a separate Hip-Hop album under the Def Jam imprint. "I am really excited," Nore told AllHipHop.com. "I am about to put out two different genres of music under the label, so […]
Gucci Mane Gets Six Months In Jail
Rapper Gucci Mane pleaded no contest Wednesday to striking a concert promoter in the head with a pool cue. The 25-year-old was accused of assaulting Troy Bufford in June at his label Big Cat Records in Atlanta. Judge John J. Goger of the Fulton County Superior Court sentenced the Georgia rapper to six months in […]
AHH Stray News: Wyclef, Eminem, 50 Cent, LA Symphony
Wyclef Jean has teamed with writers Danny Hoch and Seth Rosenfeld to create a comedy series for HBO based on the Haitian born rapper/singer’s life. Jean is a member of the recently reunited platinum selling Hip-Hop group, The Fugees. While the group was on hiatus, Jean enjoyed success as a solo artist, earning seven RIAA […]
