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http://allhiphop.comA court in New Orleans ruled that Mystikal did not break copyright laws, after he used two Cajun sayings on his hit song, "Shake Ya Ass." Mystikal and Jive were the subjects of a lawsuit brought on by Emanation Inc., who claimed they owned the copyrights to the sayings "We gon pass a good time, […]
The RZA, The X-ecutioners, Dan The Automator, El-P and a diverse mix of other artists have come together to release Bird Up: The Charlie Parker Remix Project. The remix project, produced by Matthew Backer, took artists from every genre of music, granted the artists access to the original Parker recordings, including alternate takes and false […]
Def Jam and Universal Home Video are teaming up to release the Scarface Two-Disc Anniversary Edition and Scarface Deluxe Gift Set, which hits shelves on September 30, 2003. B In addition to the film being digitally remastered, the bonus materials on the DVD include a 20 minute documentary featuring P. Diddy, Eve, Snoop Dogg and […]
Prosecutors are seeking to videotape witnesses in regards to Beanie Sigel’s assault trial, for fear that they might not show up for his attempted murder trial. Philadelphia Assistant District Attorney Deborah Robinson requested a judge grant a "preservation of testimony" hearing, which would provide the court with videotaped testimony in case any of the witnesses […]
Rapper Yukmouth is set to hit the road on a promotional tour to support his latest Rap-A-Lot album, Godzilla. The Oakland, California bred MC recently shot a video for the first single off the album, "Nothin’ 2 A Bo$$." "The video basically follows the lyrics to the song," Yukmouth told AllHipHop.com. "Riding around, rim shopping, […]
Since 1991 only one white rapper has sold more than one million copies of a single album. In the past 12 years (post Vanilla Ice) only one white rapper has attained platinum status: Eminem. For all of you out there that subscribe to the theory that white artists in hip-hop are rapidly gaining control of […]
Veteran rapper KRS-One and reggae artist Mad Lion have joined forces and created a new group, Double Trouble. "They have worked together on this project for almost a year, writing and creating," KRS’ publicist Will Banister told AllHipHop.com. KRS, who was traveling, could not be reached for comment. Banister said that the two have recorded […]
Incoming freshman of Clark University received a raucous welcome to the A-T-L courtesy of Ludacris and Jermaine Dupri, who performed their hit song, “Welcome to Atlanta,” for a surprised crowd of students attending an orientation session on Monday night. The performance was apart of MTV’s new show “Jammed,” which will air in September. Clark University […]
The Source magazine has revealed that they intend to expand their 15-year media empire with the introduction of a French version, which they are hoping to release in the near future. “The debut of the French edition is further proof that The Source brand name is accepted worldwide as the leading authority on what is […]
Artist: Various/Mike NardoneTitle: We Came From Beyond Vol. 2Rating: 3 1/2 StarsReviewed by: aqua boogie Fifteen years in hip-hop is equal to a little under fifteen millenniums in normal years. But for infamous LA radio DJ Mike Nardone, fifteen years is how long he has been steadfastly going about his business-exposing the best underground music […]
Lawyers for Irv Gotti will enter a plea on his behalf on August 25 and the CEO of Murder Inc. will enter a drug-diversion program in Oakland, California. Because he has no criminal record, Gotti is eligible for the drug-diversion program. He must complete the program to have drug related charges dismissed. Gotti was arrested […]
In addition to having a new daughter, Bushwick Bill of the Geto Boys has launched his own record label and recently dropped a compilation album. The Different Styles Organization is a compilation album that Bushwick says features a variety of material. "This album has every style of rap, from your thug sh*t, to your love […]
Russell Simmons has joined with People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) and is calling for a boycott of Kentucky Fried Chicken. Simmons was featured in a full page advertisement in The Courier-Journal in Louisville, Kentucky, where KFC is headquartered. Simmons would not comment on the issue with AllHipHop.com, saying "I am not a […]
Artist: 7 Heads R Better Than 1Title: No Edge Ups in South AfricaRating: 4 StarsReviewed by: aqua boogie The kind people over at 7Heads Recordings have blessed us with another stellar offering with their latest compilation, No Edge Ups in South Africa. The album is the first in a series of albums (7 Heads R […]
Sheek Louch! Solo effort. Sick. September 2003. All Lox slash D-Block fans salute! What’s really good with D-Block and their empire in the making? Please bookmark the history of the hood’s phenomenon. From the slick streets of Yonkers to Bad Boy on to Double R, The Lox/D-Block remained loyal as a group and to the […]
I have never been moved to write to your site before – but having read this open letter I felt the urge. I am a Hip-Hop fan also and have been listening to the music for about as long as you. I can remember when beats DIDN’T all sound the same, when there wasn’t an […]
Philadelphia rapper Ness, a cast member of MTV’s "Making The Band 2," has taken a cue from his mentor P. Diddy and has launched his own record label. "I got my own label, Rest Ya Neck Entertainment," Ness told AllHipHop.com. "The name means to relax, to fall back and chill. The first group I got […]
A law firm his filed a lawsuit against Marion "Suge" Knight, alleging that the imprisoned mogul fraudulently sold or gave away four properties in the Los Angeles area, to avoid paying almost $142,000 a judge ordered him to pay the firm. In May, Knight had been ordered to pay the law firm of Kopple and […]
Artist: MaspykeTitle: The BlackoutRating: 3 1/2 StarsReviewed by: Brolin Winning Representing Springfield Massachusetts (birthplace of basketball and Dr. Seuss), Maspyke have been putting in work for several years now, establishing a solid rep thanks to quality singles like “The Gong Show” and “54th Regiment,” among others. Comprised of DJ Roddy Rod on the beats with […]
Saint Louis bred rapper Nelly and his company, Team Lunatics are hoping to ride the success of his hit "Pimp Juice," and have launched an energy drink named after the song. "There may be several drinks out there claiming to boost liveliness, but the energy drink market still provides many untapped marketing opportunities," Nelly told […]
