Key Hot 97 Morning Staff Fired Over ‘Tsunami Song’
In light of controversy surrounding the Hot 97 Morning Show’s parody "Tsunami Song," radio station executives have taken action, firing morning crew member Todd Lynn for offensive racial comments made on-air, as well as producer Rick Delgado, who created the song. Following an internal investigation into the incident, Hot 97 and their owner, Emmis Communications, […]
45 King: True Spin
45 King is the Reggie Jackson of Hip-Hop. Whenever anybody needed that sound, that drum loop funk, that gusto – there was the 45 King’s name. His is a name that found its way onto all the big labels during the Golden Era: Wild Pitch, Tuff City, 4th & Broadway. The Bronx-born DJ went on […]
Ron Browz: One Track Mind
MC. Check. Official track credits. Check. “Ether”, the Nas direct shot at Jay-Z song shut down was a miraculous come up for Harlem producer, Ron Browz. The Uptown resident went on to get behind, “Last Real N***a Alive” by Nas, “Blow It Out Your Ass” by Ludacris, and “Playboy” by G-Unit’s own Lloyd Banks are […]
Jay-Z Sues R.Kelly
Continuing their ongoing battle, this time in the legal realm, Jay-Z filed a countersuit against R&B singer R. Kelly in Manhattan Supreme Court Jan. 24. The duo began their running dispute following a series of incidents during their abridged Best of Both Worlds tour, which ended abruptly after a show at New York’s Madison Square […]
Jam Master Jay Foundation, DMC, adidas Planning Gala Event
The Jam Master Jay Foundation for Music and adidas will celebrate the 35th Anniversary of the renowned adidas Superstar sneaker, dubbed the "shell top" and made famous by hip-hop icons Run DMC, while commemorating the life of slain Run DMC DJ Jam Master Jay. The gala benefit takes place February 25 in New York City […]
Goodie Mob Reuniting With All Four Members, Planning Album
Following the trail of Geto Boys and the like, the legendary Goodie Mob has reunited to release an album featuring all four original members, according to once departed Goodie Mob colleague Big Gipp. “All four of us are back in contact,” Gipp told AllHipHop.com. Goodie Mob’s breakup three years ago spurred reports that founding members […]
Singer Houston Gouges Eye In Suicide Attempt
R&B singer Houston has reportedly attempted suicide by gouging out his eye while on tour in London. According to reports, Houston tried to jump off a balcony, but was stopped by his security detail. After he was prevented from leaping, he then was locked in a bathroom, where he gouged out one of his eyes. […]
Jean Grae: Tales From The Road
Well, back home in NY… Although it was only a short stint: two weeks…. It’s always beautiful to see your own bed. The road was the incredible (far better than saying “the good”) mixed with the, "this is some bulls**t". Of course, every great show always gives you that kind of high that you can’t […]
Master P and Silkk The Shocker Arrested On Gun Charges
Mogul Master P, born Percy Miller, and his brother Vyshonn Miller, better known as rapper Silkk the Shocker, were arrested last Thursday night in Los Angeles for having two loaded weapons in a leased automobile. P. Miller was among three passengers in a vehicle driven by V. Miller, when their rented vehicle was pulled over […]
Triangulation Station
Artist: OpioTitle: Triangulation StationRating: 3 1/2 StarsReviewed by: William E. Ketchum III Solo albums from members of successful groups have varied results. While Fugees members Lauryn Hill and Wyclef Jean used their group affiliations to launch solo careers, Pras wasnt as fortunate. Mos Def and Talib Kweli have shown that theyre just as deadly individually […]
The Clipse: Times Up: Part 1
In 2002, no record shook the streets harder than “Grindin” by The Clipse. The combination of the pounding drum pattern and subtle xylophone made the beat one of the most requested instrumentals on the mixtape scene. The smooth delivery of the grimy lyrics by Malice and Pusha T meshed with the pounding beat. Backed by […]
The Clipse: Times Up: Part 2
AllHipHop.com: Give us a preview into the album, what will it be called? What can we expect from it? Pusha T: See, I’m not sure if we are going to keep the title Hell Hath No Fury because honestly since time has gone passed we have switched a few records. We’ve actually switched up a […]
Kurtis Blow Working On “History Of Rap” Documentary
Hip-Hop pioneer Kurtis Blow is working on a documentary, "The History of Rap," focusing on the origins of Hip-Hop, aimed at educating eager fans about the early days of the genre. Similar to the VH1 special "And You Don’t Stop," Blow promises that his two-hour documentary will delve deeper into the subject, with the histories […]
S.O.N.O.G.R.A.M.
Artist: One Be LoTitle: S.O.N.O.G.R.A.M.Rating: 4 StarsReviewed by: Max Herman The name One Be Lo may not immediately ring a bell, but chances are, it soon will. With the release of his official solo debut, S.O.N.O.G.R.A.M. (Fat Beats), this promising MC/ producer also know as One Man Army of Binary Star is properly reintroducing himself […]
Pics of Nelly And Ashanti In Anguilla Circulate
Intimate pictures of Nelly and Ashanti have begun doing steady rounds on the World Wide Web even though the pair has generally denied that they are romantically involved. The company that takes credit for the pictures is Insight News and Features and it’s a celebrity stock photography agency based in New York and London. "The […]
Makeup Artist Files $25 Million Rape Lawsuit Against Snoop
An Emmy Award winning makeup artist has filed a lawsuit against Snoop Dogg, claiming the multi-platinum rapper and several associates raped her following a January 2003 taping of ABC’s “Jimmy Kimmel Live.” According to the lawsuit, Bell “applied and removed makeup for Snoop from January 28-30, in Snoop’s dressing room in the El Capitan Theater." […]
Nas’ Baby’s Mother To Release All In Tell-All Book
Carmen Bryan, mother of Nas’ 10-year-old daughter Destiny recently emerged from seclusion and penned a tell-all autobiography highlighting her sexual and personal encounters in the entertainment industry. The book, "Sex Drugs And Hip-Hop – Oh And Did I Mention Love" is a first person account clearing alleged rumors and detailing her experiences with celebrities such […]
Sleepers
Artist: Rapper Big PoohTitle: SleepersRating: 4 StarsReviewed by: Matt Barone Ever since The Listening, Poohs gotten a lot meaner, Rapper Big Pooh reveals on Now off his debut Sleepers (6 Hole). Referring to Little Brothers 2003 formal introduction, Pooh, one-third of that underground Cinderella story, has seemingly felt like that neglected sibling in a family […]
Five Political Hip-Hop Resolutions
In 2005, many political minded folks in the Hip Hop community are still spinning from the results of the 2004 elections. Many cats are still walking around depressed and angry. I see people talking about quitting. Politics is long term, and if you thought Hip Hop folks would change the world with one election- you […]
Nina Sky: Keep It Moving
When Nicole and Natalie formed Nina Sky and dropped their hit single “Move Ya Body” in 2004, the world was not ready to give them the credit they deserved. The months that followed transformed the twins from an assumed one hit wonder to a worldwide household name. From collaborations with Alchemist and Prodigy on “Hold […]
