50 Cent Commercial To Debut During BET Awards
A new Reebok commercial featuring 50 Cent paired with various athletes promoting Reebok’s Gxt II sneaker will debut during the 2005 BET Music Awards tomorrow (June 28). The “Street Sport” ads are 30 and 60 minutes and feature 50 Cent paired with Boston Red Sox World Series MVP Manny Ramirez, Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Donavan McNabb […]
The Rebirth of Kool G Rap Part 2
Kool G Raps musical career has been a journey that most Hip-Hop aficionados could only dream of. Now the self-proclaimed Donald Goines of Rap plots a simultaneous comeback and exit from a profession he helped pioneer since the 80s. AllHipHop chronicles this expedition in THE REBIRTH OF KOOL G RAP, a reoccurring feature. Check in […]
You Know What It Is Vol. 3 (Mixtape)
Artist: NuJerzey Devil & DJ Skee Present…Title: You Know What It Is Vol. 3 (Mixtape)Rating: 3 StarsReviewed by: Conan Milne Chuck Taylor, aka The Game, is angry. Hes angry with his former labelmate 50 Cent and his G-Unit clique, and hes so angry with his one-time comrades that he spends the majority of this mixtapes […]
New Book Attempts To Explain Psychology Of Hip-Hop
Author and therapist Terence McPhaul has decided to enter the realm of Hip-Hop in his new book titled "The Psychology of Hip-Hop." McPhaul previously released the book "The Celebrity Psyche" and is also a mental health therapist. His latest book attempts to explain the behaviors of some of Hip-Hop’s biggest stars, such as 50 Cent, […]
Common Preparing New Line Of Children’s Books
Common, who previously announced the release of a new line of children’s books, recently discussed his upcoming three titles plus another book on the subject of AIDS. The Chicago MC has written two books tentatively titled I Like You, But I Love Me , and ME: Mixed Emotions, in addition to his first book, The […]
Project Pat To Be Released From Prison In July
Three Six Mafia member Project Pat will be released from prison on July 28, after being sentenced to four years for weapons offenses. The Memphis, Tennessee rapper was sent to prison in June of 2002, after being convicted on two counts of firearm possession as a felon. In January of 2001, Pat was pulled over […]
New Book Chronicling Run-DMC On The Way
Author Ronin Ro has penned “Raising Hell: The Reign, Ruin and Redemption of Run-DMC and Jam Master Jay,” a new book that chronicles the personal and professional evolution of the Hollis Queens-reared rap group. The book, which is published through Amistad/HarperCollins, will be available for purchase in November 2005. In 1999, Ronin Ro caused a […]
Eminem To Give Special Performance In Detroit
Eminem will treat the city of Detroit to a special performance on Wednesday (June 29) at the ‘Rockin the Rooftop,’ a large fundraising event that is known for its display of fireworks. Eminem was specifically sought out by Detroit’s ‘Hip-Hop Mayor,’ Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick to perform at the event, which is part of the International […]
Concert Review: Common’s Basement Experience
Who: Common, Mos Def, Talib Kweli & Other Guests Where SOB’s Club, New York City When: May 24, 2005 Todays big budget concerts are like legalized assault on the senses with a penchant for elaborate lighting, fierce pyrotechnics, jumbotrons, dancers and the loudest sounds. It’s kind of hard to remember the simplicity of a performer […]
Ruff Ryders: Treading
Sometimes above the music, the Ruff Ryders are to thank for a style. In the wee hours of a school night, young children of the hood tear through West Philadelphia on one wheel. No lights, no supervision, no curfew. While neighborhood watch might be up in arms, Wah Dean would be proud. As the mastermind […]
Emanon: Nickel Bags of Funk
If good things really do come to those who wait, that explains why Emanons long-awaited debut LP is a triumph 15 straight tracks of bona fide goodness. Southern Cali products Aloe Blacc and Exile have been laying down tracks together for more than a decade now, but The Waiting Room marks their first full-length […]
Krayzie Bone Dropping His Own Sneaker
Bone Thugs-N-Harmony member Krayzie Bone is the newest Hip-Hop star to step into the tennis-shoe game with his new sneaker called the “Thugline Classics.” Krayzie explained to Allhiphop.com that the initial response from the shoe has been great. “I just saw the first sample of it the other day and it’s looking good," Krayzie Bone […]
Lil’ Kim’s Sentencing Date Postponed
Lil’ Kim’s legal fate was supposed to be determined tomorrow, but the pint-sized rapper’s sentencing date for perjury has been postponed. Facing a potentially lengthy jail term, the Brooklyn native will be sentenced at a later, presently undisclosed time. The rapper was convicted in March of 2005 on three counts of perjury and one count […]
Swizz Beats Honored At NV Awards
Hip-Hop hit maker Swizz Beats has joined the ranks of the elite, by being honored at the NV Awards hosted by NV Magazine. The NV Awards were created to honor salutes professionals who have demonstrated strong leadership in business and have used their vision to achieve remarkable inroads within their industry. Among others being honored […]
Consequence Prepares New Mixtape, Album
Rapper Consequence sparked the interest of hip-hop fans in 1996 with his appearance on A Tribe Called Quest’s album Beats, Rhyme and Life and now he will re-emerg with a new mixtape entitled “A Tribe Called Quence 1995-2004.” "A Tribe Called Quence" features production by Kanye West, 88 Keys and 9th Wonder among others. At […]
AHH Stray News: Eve, Nelly, Tupac, DJ Muggs & Self Scientific
Rapper’s Eve and Lil’ Eazy E, son of the legendary Eric “Eazy E” Wright have joined with BET and Rap City host Mad Linx for an hour long special program on BET. “Open Mic: My Thing” is part of BET’s Rap-It-Up Campaign designed to raise awareness about HIV/AIDS. The show takes viewers across the U.S. […]
Lord Jamar Of Brand Nubian Flies Solo
Rapper Lord Jamar, the acclaimed lyricist from Brand Nubian, intends to educate listeners with 5 Percent Album, his first solo album, which he says will be in stores by the years end. “[Fans] can expect a lot,” Lord Jamar told AllHipHop.com of The 5 Percent Album. ” It deals a lot with the 5 Percent […]
C-Bo Out Of Jail, Talks New Album, Label
Rapper C-Bo will be released from prison today (June 22), after serving almost two years for gun charges and other offenses. According to C-Bo, he is going to work on his untitled album, the 17th from the rapper. "With this album, I am really trying to re-capture what the West Coast is known for," C-Bo […]
Kurtis Blow Inducted Into Bronx Walk of Fame
Hip-Hop pioneer Kurtis Blow will be honored at a ceremony to forever solidify the emcee’s permanent place in Hip-Hop by inducting him into the Bronx Walk of Fame. The Bronx Walk of Fame honors various people who have contributed to the Bronx’s legacy. Blow, despite being from Harlem, was a fixture on the scene during […]
Skeptik
Artist: The CrestTitle: SkeptikRating: 3 StarsReviewed by: Paine Hip-hop markets in places like Minneapolis or Columbus have been created by underground artists like Oddjobs or Copywrite. Because of hard work, these cities are mandatory tour stops for any talent. Wisconsin may be the next nut to be cracked. While Coo Coo Cal turned radios heads […]
