Sharpton To Buy Stock At Record Labels
The Rev. Al Sharpton intends to adopt a different philosophy in his crusade against violent Hip-Hop music. The career activist told the New York Daily News that he intends to purchase stock in some of the labels that release the music. He said that his standing as a shareholder will increase his presence and influence […]
Road to Riches
Artist: Purple CityTitle: Road to RichesRating: 3 StarsReviewed by: Matt Barone Any street-corner vendor will tell you; the appeal of a mixtape rarely stretches beyond a week or so. While some do offer lasting excitement, the majority of DJ-orchestrated compilations hold attention just long enough for a Part 2 to inspire a $5 bill release. […]
Cold Tea
Artist: DJ SeriousTitle: Cold TeaRating: 3 StarsReviewed by: Paine On Kanye Wests most recent tour, listeners are treated to a DJ set from Montreals DJ Serious. Although you might not recognize him immediately, Serious has been putting in work quietly on Canibus Mic Club and Masta Aces Long Hot Summer albums. His first LP received […]
Oschino: Trial By Fire
Though greatness is not always rewarded with longevity, it can often be measured by the legacy it creates. We may never know all of the juicy or ugly details behind the break-up and sale of Roc-A-Fella Records. But it is impossible to deny effect that the company had on the music industry, Hip-Hop culture and […]
Lil Kim Records Music; Braces For Jail
Tupac did it. Beanie Sigel did it. Shyne did it. And, LilKim is doing it. Despite a conviction on perjury charges, Lil Kim has starting to record songs, apparently bracing for a stay in prison. “She is actively in the studio recording,” publicist Ronn Torossian told the New York Post. Torossian said that Kim would […]
Olivia: Bouncing Back
R&B vocalists tend to come and go swiftly, while Hip-Hop pays little regard to what abyss the singer eventually falls. Such is the case with Olivia, who caught our attention with her popular debut single Bizounce, then virtually vanished from the scene. As the first artist signed to Clive Davis nascent J Records, the Brooklyn […]
Rupee: Bring It On
Just a few summers ago, it seemed as though Americans had traded in their red, white and blue for green, yellow and black. Dancehall music was quickly storming up the charts with the likes of Sean Paul leading the charge in the mainstream. Naturally, it wouldnt take long for America and the rest of the […]
Sparks: Outspoken
Last week, Beanie Sigels mother indicated to AllHipHop.com that State Property was now defunct. According to her statement, the majority of the crew cared less about Beanie and haven’t reached out since he was jailed. Visits were few, aside from Oschino, and with the Dame/Jay division, theres no future in frontin. In addition to catching […]
JT The Bigga Figga Preps Another Game Album
Following the burgeoning hype obtained from The Game’s release, Untold Story, and the platinum success from his G-Unit/Aftermath debut, The Documentary, Get Low Records CEO JT The Bigga Figga recently announced that he will release a new album from The Game titled West Coast Resurrection. The disc, like Untold Story will feature unreleased material the […]
AHH Stray News: Puffy, Apl de Ap, Will Smith, Us3
Sean “P. Diddy” Combs will produce 150 custom luxury Lincoln Navigators at the cost of at least $100,000 according to reports. In line with Combs’ Hip-Hop flair, the Navigators will come with six television screens, Playstation 2, a DVD player, satellite navigation and other custom features. The vehicles will be sold through internet auction site […]
Lauryn Hill And Wyclef Reunite In Malaysia
Ex-Fugees Lauryn Hill and Wyclef Jean roused appetites for a Fugees reunion yet again when the duo reunited onstage at a charity concert Friday (March 18) for victims of the South Asian tsunamis. About 15,000 people attended the seven-hour concert at Stadium Putra in Malaysia, the Associated Press reported. "This is history in the making," […]
Irv Gotti Wants To Split Murder And Racketeering Charges
Today in court, lawyers for Irv Gotti requested to separate the Murder Inc. head’s federal money laundering case from the murder and racketeering charges of other defendants, including drug kingpin Kenneth “Supreme” McGriff. Brooklyn federal judge Edward Korman permitted defense attorney Gerald Lefcourt to ask for Irv Gotti’s case to be disconnected from McGriff, who […]
Eminem Withdraws Source Suit
Eminem and The Source magazine may have come to the end of their legal crusade against each other. Earlier in the week, the Detroit rapper withdrew a copyright infringement suit from a Manhattan Federal Court, but a judge wouldnt formally rule on the case until Monday. If the suit is withdrawn, the magazine would be […]
Jay-Z Associate A Fugitive?
Tyran Ty Ty Smith, an associate of Jay-Z, may be considered a fugitive from the law after he missed a court date in Dec. to answer to misdemeanor charges that he pepper-sprayed R.Kelly. According to Page Six, the new allegations claim that Smith is attempting to avoid a compromising position in a future civil case. […]
Busta Rhymes To Executive Produce Raekwons Album
Busta Rhymes is planning a pair of rap returns his own and that of rapper Raekwon. The Flipmode leader said he has jumped on to executive produce the Wu Tang Clan members upcoming album, Only Built 4 Cuban Linx Part Two. As of right now [Im doing it], absolutely, he told AllHipHop.com. We always […]
Lil Kim: The Ladies Speak Up On Verdict
For the first time in Hip-Hop, a female rapper has taken a similar path that has faced a number of male MC’s. Lil’ Kim’s high-profile legal case penetrated through the walls of Hip-Hop and emptied into the mainstream – and she was declared guilty. Lil’ Kim’s fate on perjury charges was deliberated over a mere […]
Lil’ Kim Found Guilty
Rapper Lil Kim was convicted of perjury today when jurors revealed their verdict in a Manhattan court. The Brooklyn native was declared guilty of lying to a federal grand jury investigating a 2001 shooting outside of Hot 97, a popular New York radio station. The 30-year-old was acquitted of obstruction charges, but was also found […]
Capone Issues Statement Regarding Lil’ Kim Case
Looking to clear the air of rumors surrounding Lil Kim’s perjury trial, now in deliberation, rapper Capone has issued a statement regarding his role in the case. Kim, born Kimberly Jones, and her personal assistant, Monique Dopwell, are charged with lying to a federal grand jury that investigated a 2001 shooting involving Kim’s entourage and […]
The L.J.’s
Artist: Likwit JunkiesTitle: The L.J.’sRating: 3 1/2 StarsReviewed by: Max Herman Likwit crew member Defari and DJ Babu of the Dilated Peoples and the Beat Junkies are like cousins in L.A.s massive Hip-hop family, but on The L.J.s (ABB) they sound like inseparable brothers. Going by the Likwit Junkies, these two have an amount of […]
K-OS: Breaking Old Ground
K-OS took the Hip-Hop scene by storm with his video for Super Star Part Zero. A vivid but simple look at the post-modern B-Boy even made its way to the top. Not since Choclairs debut, had so many Stateside eyes been on talent in Canada. But the album sales didnt quite match the strength of […]
