Jadakiss: Moment Of Clarity
If skills sold, Jadakiss would be a superstar. Lyrically, theres no denying the talent of the Yonkers-bred rapper. Big told me Im nice. Hova. Nas. he says. All the people Ive been looking up to for years. Skills alone, however, wont guarantee Kiss the success he desires. He wants to do five mil. But in […]
Suge Knight Planning Compilation For Armed Forces, Will Be Free This Month
Death Row CEO Suge Knight will release a star studded compilation album that will benefit families of U.S military members fighting the war against Iraq. Knight, who is presently incarcerated, said he would spend the next few months pulling various artists together, with hopes of having the untitled album is stores by the Christmas. "I’m […]
Murda Mamis Step Up Front
Hip-Hop collectives typically sport a token female to fill their group quota, but only the Murda Mamis can lay claim to an all-female roster that encompasses many aspects of the culture. “Murda Mami entertainment is a clique of girls, its like a movement,” DJ Lazy K, co-CEO of the organization, told AllHipHop.com. “We support each […]
Roc Supports Beanie, Verdict Approaches
As the attempted murder case of Roc-A-Fella rapper Beanie Sigel comes to a close, label CEO Dame Dash has released a statement proclaiming support for the Philadelphia rapper. A verdict is expected as early as tomorrow (Wednesday April 21). Of a trip to the Court of Common Pleas Monday, Dash says, My partners Jay-Z, Kareem […]
Diddy Taking Sean John To Women
Sean "P. Diddy" Combs is in the process of buying a financial stake in the designs of Zac Posen, who is labeled as one of New York’s hottest fashion designers. A partnership between the 24-year-old and Combs is expected to push his Sean John clothing label into the mainstream. "Urban" apparel is the fastest growing […]
E & A
Artist: Eyedea & AbilitiesTitle: E & ARating: 3 1/2 StarsReviewed by: N. Context What do you get when you bring together an accomplished battle emcee (winner of the 99 Scribble MC Battle, the Rocksteady MC Battle and HBO World Blaze Battle of 2000) and a skilled turntabalist (two time DMC Regional champion)? You get an […]
The Purest Form
Artist: Organic ThoughtsTitle: The Purest FormRating: 3 1/2 StarsReviewed by: Paine Its a refreshing breath of fresh of air when an upstart Hip-Hop act respects its lineage. While everyone might claim they do, few prove it. Organic Thought, a five deep New Jersey crew, has made an effort to make educated records for Hip-Hop purists. […]
dead prez Arrest Update
According to dead prez group member M1, the entire group was arrested and charged with simple assault after authorities accused them of causing a disturbance on a United Airlines flight. "It’s still pending on what’s going to happen and even as to what the charges are," M1 told AllHipHop.com. "But simply put we were attacked, […]
New Sneakers For DJ Kid Capri
Famed DJ, Kid Capri has joined the list of high profile Hip-Hop acts that have their own sneaker line and revealed to AllHipHop.com a partnership with Italian company, Diadora.”At first Diadora wanted Ludacris, but my man Yomi [Martin] that runs Vokal [Nelly’s clothing line] also works for Diadora and he told them he wanted me,” […]
Stic.man Of dead prez Arrested For Flight Disturbance
Stic.man of Dead Prez was arrested Sunday for simple assault after allegedly causing a disturbance on a United Airlines flight.The group was leaving O’Hare Airport in route to New York City on the 1:50 PM flight.A flight attendant said they refused to turn off their radios. Harris DeJesus aka “D-Don” and the group’s DJ, Umi […]
MOP To Drop Hard Rock Album, Tour Dates
After causing mosh pits at countless hip-hop shows, Brooklyn’s own MOP is set to release a heavy metall album on May 25 through indie label, Fastlife/Blaze Records. The 12-cut self-titled album is collaboration with a Brooklyn rock act called Shiner Massive who will cover some of the group’s greatest songs and new material. These songs […]
Master P: Big Business
Big business is the cornerstone of Master Ps success, but its been his artistry thats made him the legend he is. But, while P acknowledges haters that pray for his downfall, he also recognizes the New No Limit Tank must roll on. Here, one Percy Miller discusses business, love & hate, his bankruptcy and his […]
Master P: Family Matters
Master P talks about the ups and down of having a foot in the hood and another in the boardroom. AllHipHop.com: What’s the status of the New No Limit, who do you have signed and where are you taking it? Master P: I’ma tell you something. My hustling skills are too good. They know where […]
Jeff Bradshaw: To The Bone
The trombone isnt an instrument that most people think about as a lead instrument, but then again Jeff Bradshaw isnt like most people. The type of cat who likes to swim against the current, Bradshaw is here, defiantly, to make us all love the trombone. Raised in Philly Bradshaw has been involved in the soul […]
Kanye West Teams With Jacob The Jeweler For New Line
Kanye West has a passion for Jesus Christ evident in his song “Jesus Walks” and now the religious figure can symbolically walk with the producer/rapper at all times. West and famed Jacob The Jeweler have joined forces to produce a line of “religious-themed” jewelry, which includes diamond studded Jesus pendants. Presently, the pair released a […]
Prosecutors Win Key Decision in Murder Inc. Investigation
Federal prosecutors in Brooklyn, New York won a key decision in the on going investigation of Murder Inc. for money laundering and violence.FBI agents allege Tyrone “Tah Tah” Moore told them that he knew Irv Gotti and had collected money on behalf of the CEO a source told the New York Daily News.Informants have told […]
Saigon: Another Opinion
What up y’all, my name is Saigon aka 96A0549 aka The Yardfather. I am a big fan of AllHipHop.com and up until today highly respected the views and validity of the site. Someone notified me today that there was a review of “Warning Shots” on the site. First of all, “Warning Shots” is not my […]
Bizzy Bone Denies Signing With B2K’s Label
Last month, members of B2K boasted that they had signed Bizzy Bone to their new label, Super Fam Records, but the Bone Thug rapper is denying the reports. We bringing Bizzy Bone back, B2Ks J-Boog said last month. While Bizzy admits there were talks, the signing never officially happened. Bizzy Bone told AllHipHop.com, It is […]
Victim Says Sigel Shot Him For No Reason
Beanie Sigel’s attempted murder trial is underway in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and the man central to the rapper’s future testified against him in court yesterday.Sigel is accused of shooting 27-year-old Terrance Speller in the abdomen and foot last July, during an altercation outside a Philadelphia strip club known as The Pony Tail.”I heard a screeching stop […]
Shyne Signs With Def Jam
According to sources, veteran rap label Def Jam has inked incarcerated rapper Shyne to a record deal.Shyne was sentenced to a 10-year bid in 2001 after being convicted in a high profile nightclub shooting in Manhattan. Where he ends up after he leaves prison has always been the talk of much speculation.Under the deal, Def […]
