Lil’ Kim Makes Life Size Doll
Hip Hop diva Lil’ Kim is giving her fans the opportunity to get freaky with her – sort of. “I am going to make a life-size Kim doll that will be anatomically correct in ever way,” the rap star told the British tabloid The Daily Sport. Kim explained the doll is in tune with her […]
Police Arrest Third Suspect In Freeky Zeeky Shooting
Police arrested Eric Mingo, 32, today (June 5), capturing the man suspected of shooting Freaky Zeeky and murdering his friend, Eric Mangrum. Police staked out a Tremont Avenue Bronx apartment building Thursday morning, after receiving a tip that Mingo may have been staying there. Police waited for a woman and her 7-year-old son to leave […]
Loon Reveals An Alcoholic Started The Harlem Shake
Although, the dance has faded considerably, Bad Boy Records artist Loon has revealed the true origins of the Harlem Shake, the once-popular dance that swept the country. The Harlem Shake that was a dance made up by this alcoholic dude by the name of Sisqo (not of Dru Hill), he told AllHipHop.com laughing. The […]
50 Cent Nominated For 10 Billboard Awards
50 Cent has been nominated in 10 different categories for Billboard’s third annual R&B/Hip-Hop Awards. Nelly was also dominate with nominations in seven categories, R. Kelly is up for seven, Eminem clocked in at 5, while the late songbird Aaliyah was nominated in four categories. Some of the categories 50 Cent is up for include […]
Style Wars
Style Wars In 1982, New York hip-hoppers were living in danger. They werent shooting up each others cars, instead graffiti writers, many of whom, kids, were running from police in pursuit of expression. Style Wars captures that essence. The documentary film explores that defiant rebellion that makes hip-hop. Style Wars is not a hip hop […]
Master P Arrested In New Jersey
Percy "Master P" Miller, 36, was arrested and detained Tuesday at New Jersey’s Newark Airport, for possessing illegal bullets. According to reports, the mogul was heading to Los Angeles via American Airlines on Tuesday. He informed security that he was carrying a legal, unloaded firearm. During the subsequent inspection, security officials found the illegal bullets. […]
24K: Mama Said…
No intro Get to know 24K, a female emcee on the verge. AllHipHop.com: Youre from Canada? 24K: Yeah, born and raised, but this is home now. AllHipHop.com: Why you say that? 24K: Cause it feels more like home, I get more love here. Its hard because theres no industry over there especially since Im […]
Jay-Z, P.Diddy, Others Join Anti-Drug Law Rally In NYC
Jay-Z, P.Diddy, Fat Joe, Memphis Bleek, Joe Budden and others joined Russell Simmons Hip-Hop Summit Action Network today to protest the Rockefeller drug laws.Over 60,000 people crammed Broadway at City Hall closing down traffic to listen to rappers speak their piece about the laws.P.Diddy by far was one of the more articulate of the speakers […]
50 Cent Launches Sneaker With Reebok
50 Cent has entered into a long term partnership with Reebok, that will include his own signature line of footwear, the G-Unit Collection by RBK. An initial launch will take place this fall with limited distribution and will go nationwide in early 2004. “Reebok’s Rbk Collection is the real thing when it comes to connecting […]
Hot 97’s Summer Jam Wrap Up
Despite the cold weather and rain, Hot 97s tenth annual Summer Jam concert drew over 50,000 people to Giants Stadium last night to see some of their favorite rappers perform. While Clipse, Fabolous, Lil Kim along with Mobb Deep, Sean Paul and others took to the stage, Nas, Busta Rhymes, Eminem and 50 Cent were […]
Tha Konexion
Artist: Freddie Foxxx/Bumpy KnucklesTitle: Tha KonexionRating: 4 StarsReviewed by: Brolin Winning An undeniable O.G., Freddie Foxxx has been putting it down since the eighties, working with the likes of Flavor Unit, KRS-One, D.I.T.C., and Gang Starr. Known for his roughneck rhyme style and take-no-s### mentality, his aggro-flow is as intimidating as his heavyweight boxer appearance. […]
Love & Hate
Artist: AceyaloneTitle: Love & HateRating: 3 1/2 StarsReviewed by: Toshi Kondo Mention the name Aceyalone and one will hear admiration for classics such as All Balls Dont Bounce and A Book of Human Language. Or maybe reverence for his integral role with the innovative Freestyle Fellowship. With such high praises, complacency could be expected. However, […]
dead prez: Plantation Life
Fans have anxiously awaited an album release from internationally acclaimed rap duo, dead prez, for several, painful months. While it has already garnered stellar reviews sources at Columbia Records have revealed (off the record) that dead prez was no longer on its payroll. The group was allegedly dropped according to unofficial reports as a result […]
After A Year, Slick Rick Still Locked Down
Today marks the one year anniversary of Slick Rick’s detention in a Bradenton, Florida prison by the INS. Rick’s case has been on hold since March, awaiting Judge Kimba Woods’ decision on whether or not he can stay in the United States. "Rick can’t get that year back," Rick’s publicist Bill Adler told AllHipHop.com. "He […]
Kenneth “Supreme” McGriff Sentenced To 37 Months
Kenneth "Supreme" McGriff was sentenced to 37 months in prison for illegally possessing a handgun as a convicted felon at a firing range in Maryland. "There’s no reason for you to keep your skills up," U.S. District Judge J. Frederick Motz told McGriff after he was sentenced. McGriff is under investigation by the federal government […]
Steve Rifkin Starts Clothing Line
The ubiquitous hip-hop clothing market will be receiving a new addition by Steve Rifkind, founder of Loud Records, who will debut Street Team geared for males and the counterpart, S.Team targeted to females. Koral Industries inked the deal to partner with Rifkind; they are best known as the home to high-end jeanswear company Seven. Rifkind […]
Snoop, “Bishop” Don Juan Promote VSOP, Bishop Inks Deal
Snoop Dogg and former pimp turned preacher "The Bishop" Don Magic Juan have teamed up with VSOP Passion Blend to promote the drink in a nationwide marketing and advertising campaign. "Snoop Dogg and Don Magic Juan define the essence of Very Select Original Premium. As tastemakers, their decision to drink VSOP Passion Blend speaks volumes. […]
Ice Cube To Star In New Comedy
Ice Cube has signed on to star in what is described as a road trip comedy, "Are We There Yet." Cube will star as a playboy bachelor named Nick, who is dating a single mother of two children who dislike the men that their mother dates. When Cube’s girlfriend is stuck working on New Year’s […]
Eminem Wins At MTV Movie Awards
Eminem snagged two MTV Movie Awards on Saturday at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, for his performance in "8 Mile." Eminem took honors for best male performance and best breakthrough male performance for his role as "Rabbit" in the semi-autobiographical film. Because he was absent, Eminem pre-taped two messages for the crowd. "I heard […]
Mississippi: The Album
Artist: David BannerTitle: Mississippi: The AlbumRating: 4 StarsReviewed by: Yama Caviness David Banner has been on his grind as a producer in the southern rap game for years. The Jackson, Mississippi native has worked with producers and artists such as Trick Daddy, Jazzey Pha, and Lil John (Lil John & The East Side Boyz). Finally, […]
