2009: The Sausage Awards For Bad Hip-Hop Beef
For years, we have given out “The Sausage Award” for Bad Hip-Hop Beef. When the “award” first started, there was a distinct difference between good Hip-Hop beef and bad Hip-Hop beef. For, example Nas vs Jay-Z was considered a good Hip-Hop beef, because there was a certain build up and lyrical competition attached to it. […]

2009 Year In Review: Twitter Beefs & Moments
Twitter gave the fan, the stan and the voyeur something to talk about over and over again in the year year 2009. As more and more artists jumped on, they left more and more to converse about. The social network was used in a number of different ways. Early adopters like MC Hammer made huge […]

2009 Year In Review: Epic FAILS
Hey party people,Nobody on the AllHipHop staff wanted to write about this one so it was immediately ordered that illseed would write about it. I deal with Epic Fails on a daily basis and, I guess, they felt like I should be the one to continue with it – but with artists. But, truth be […]

The 2009 Chronicles: Emotional Musical Rollercoaster Part 2
Rebellion “The 2009 Chronicles: Emotional Musical Rollercoaster” continues as AllHipHop Alternatives recaps the tumultuous year in R&B. We pick up with the death of Michael Jackson, a loss that eclipsed about everything that happened in entertainment. For part 1, which examines Chris and Rihanna, click here. Death of an IconWhere were you on June 25 […]

Last Word: ‘Twas the Night Before New Year’s ’09
Whats going on folks? Here we are at the end of another year and decade. 2009 definitely had its share of ups and downs. From health care generating passionate and violent debates among people to Jon and Kate and the balloon boy situations to the whole ruckus over the swine flu, its been quite a […]

2009: Year In Review: The Rebellion
Rebellion 1 : opposition to one in authority or dominance 2 a : open, armed, and usually unsuccessful defiance of or resistance to an established government b : an instance of such defiance or resistance Hip-Hop, at its core, is a rebellion. It is a cultural and musical rebellion that has continued to redefine just […]

10 Biggest News Stories of 2009: #10 – Alfamega the Informant
In 2008, Alfamega gained more prominence as the close friend of superstar T.I. and supposed street muscle for his Grand Hustle label. But in 2009, Alfamegas rap career was stalled after documents leaked confirming his past as a federal informant. The documents were first published by thesmokinggun.com in May. The information detailed that in […]

Teddy Riley Speaks on Spoiled Daughters Assault Allegation
New Jack Swing pioneer and Blackstreet founder Teddy Riley is denying reports that he assaulted one of his daughters, claiming the allegation is the result of a financial dispute. Riley’s 18-year-old daughter Taja filed a temporary restraining order against her father, claiming that she and her older sister were stomped and punched. The Los […]

Plies Ft. Quo P###. by Drumma Boy
“You Need”

The 2009 Chronicles: Emotional Musical Rollercoaster
What a difference a year makes. Within the confines of 365 days, a couples personal drama dominated headlines, a former group member became the target of child molestation allegations, three singing legends reintroduced themselves to music fans and a pop king took a permanent leave of absence. The year: 2009. Incredible highs. Devastating lows. All […]

Ja Rule Ft. Harry-O, Merc Montana and Young Life
“Mpire Baby”

Kendrick Lamar Ft. Jay Rock [Heater Of The Day]
“I Do This”

Gift Of Gab AKA Gabbo
“Fly Away”

Still Trill Christians
“No Sex”

Ne-Yo P###. By Eric Hudson
“Fix Me Up”

Redfox Da Arsonist
“Spin 24s”

The 10 Most Fashionable Women Of 2009
We recently listed “The 10 Most Fashionable Men Of 2009”, and now it’s time to shine the spotlight on their female counterparts. The legs of one of our most fashionable women The basis for this list is the same as the men – women who get their street as well as their red […]

Scott Storch: Phoenix Rising (Part 2)
Scott Storch is quietly making his return, yet shunning opportunity to exploit himself. In returning to the scene, the producer is re-considering the media (canceling reality shows), steering clear of w###### himself out (Twitter) and even reflects on the loves of his life (Lil Kim). Through it all, The Piano Man is ready […]

AllHipHop ChartWatch: 2009’s Top Selling Hip-Hop Acts
The Year In SALES: ChartWatch for December 29, 2009 Hope everyone out there had festive holiday break. Before we move forward into the New Year and close a decade lets look back at the big sellers in Hip-Hop this year. Even though I talked about him and that annoying voice last week, raps great hope, […]

AHH Year In Review: Who Was King Of the East In 09?
Theres one life/One love/So there can only be one king –Nas The Message Last year, AllHipHop.com held the first annual Kings of Hip-Hop. The purpose of the 4 part series was to select an artist from each region (East, West, South, and Midwest) that made the most lasting impact in 2009. While other factors […]