Ludacris Launches International Cognac Brand
Ludacris has added another jewel to his business portfolio, courtesy of the founding of his very own Cognac line. The announcement came at the wine and spirits trade show Vinexpo, being held this week in Bordeaux, France. The custom line, entitled Conjure, will be a joint venture with Kim Hartmann, owner of the […]
Wednesday Fashion Feature: “Trend Alert: Windbreakers”
Brave the wind in style with this season’s nylon stylish windbreakers.If you’ve been killing the cardigans and hoodies, a windbreaker is a stylish way to change things up this season. They give you an effortless breezy look as they provide you with just enough warmth for summer nights, with some being waterproof. Pick one with […]
Lil Wayne Appears In Court Over Drugs, Gun; Next Hearing Aug. 11
Multi-platinum rapper Lil’ Wayne was in Yuma, Arizona Tuesday afternoon (June 23) to attend a pre-trial update in relation to his January 2008 arrest outside of the city. The Young Money boss was ordered to be present at this preliminary hearing regarding the investigation into drug & weapons charges he faces. The rapper […]
PRODUCERS BREEDING GROUND: Illfonics
Illfonics: Time To Get IllHometown: Bronx, New York Clientele: Jim Jones, LL Cool J, Mickey Factz , Fat Joe , Jackie Chain, Young Dro, Sheek Louch, Daytona Equipment: Logic Pro on a Mac, Some analog synths, Juno-106, MS-20, Guitar and Bass Everyone knows the story of grinding out until you finally get recognition. It […]
Naughty By Nature Teams With Microsoft To Promote PDA
Software giant Microsoft has tapped Grammy Award winning Hip-Hop legends Naughty by Nature to help promote the newest PDA device to feature the Windows Mobile operating system. The group is at the center of Microsofts promotion for the new HTC Touch Pro 2 Windows Mobile Device, which is scheduled to roll out later this […]
Snoop, Kweli Record Track With Famed Astronaut Buzz Aldrin
The challenge of promoting science and exploration has taken a hip twist for legendary astronaut Buzz Aldrin. The 79-year-old former space explorer has enlisted rappers Snoop Dogg and Soulja Boy for the video to his new single, “Rocket Experience.” Although hes not known for his musical skills, Aldrin didnt think twice about collaborating […]
Fan Stabbed During GZA Concert
A 25 year-old man is in stable condition after being stabbed following GZAs performance at Torontos North By Northeast Festival. According to initial reports, the victim got into an altercation with a suspect whom allegedly threw an item at his girlfriend. After chasing the suspect through the crowd of over 2,000 people, the […]
What Will You Die For?
“I’m Ready to Die, Tell God I Said Hi” – Notorious B.I.G.America is known for many things but breeding martyrs isn’t one of them. Sure we have innocent people lose their lives everyday. Good people, be they parents, honor students, teachers. Thing is, they lose their lives by a stray bullet, jealous exes, hit and […]
Dr. Dre’s Chronic Gets ‘Re-Lit’; New Album From Tupac Coming
An album of unreleased music from Tupac Shakur will be among a series of new releases coming from WIDEawake Entertainment Group, the owner of Death Row Records. The Canada-based development company will allow music publisher EverGreen to serve as the worldwide administration company of Death Row via a recently signed deal. Under the […]
