50, Jay-Z, and Diddy Top Forbes Hip-Hop Earnings List
For the second straight year Jay-Z, 50 Cent, and Diddy top Forbes second annual Hip-Hop Cash Kings list, but there is a new reigning king for 2008.50 Cent usurped Jay-Z as the top earner with $150 million grossed in the last year.The cornerstone of 50s portfolio is his stake in VitaminWaters parent company Glaceau, which […]
Class Of ’88: KRS-One
With our ongoing Class Of 88 features, we have been paying tribute to the immensely classic work that came out that year. So far weve gone in with Big Daddy Kane, Eric B., Chuck D., EPMD, MC Lyte, Marley Marl just to name a few. Its only right though. 1988 is probably the greatest year […]
Warren G. Taps Ray J, Paul Wall Others For G-Files
Veteran West Coast producer and rapper Warren G is putting the finishing touches on his sixth solo album The G Files, which is due out in October. In an exclusive interview with AllHipHop.com, Warren G shed light on the vision he has planned for the album. I dont like to put a whole […]
T.I.: Southern Gentleman
The T.I. that you read about in the media is presently the exact opposite of the T.I. that sits before you to discuss his upcoming album Paper Trail. Perhaps thats a continuation of his T.I. vs. T.I.P. alter ego, or maybe hes just growing up. T.I.s paper trail runs thick, including banknotes and legal documents, […]
Too $hort, Cypress Hill Celebrated During 2008 Hip-Hop Honors
VH1 has announced the list of honorees for the 2008 Hip-Hop Honors, choosing five pioneering acts to be celebrated during awards ceremonys fifth annual installment. Hosted once again by comedian Tracy Morgan, the televised show will feature current Hip-Hop acts at they pay homage to artist representing various stages and flavors of Hip-Hop culture. […]
No Bond For DMX, Rapper Could Be Jailed Until October
Legal drama for rapper DMX continues to unfold as the entertainer sits in a Florida jail under a no bail hold status. TMZ.com reports that DMX, born Earl Simmons, appeared in court on Friday (August 15) after a bench warrant was issued against him in Arizona for drug charges. The rapper was arrested […]
OUT OF BOUNDS: The Week That Was
Now that the whole Brett Favre Saga is over, its now time to get back into the swing of things with the NFL Training Camps. Since the saga has finally ended, or so we think; the past week has been slow. Fear not my fellow followers of the NFL, for I have come with news […]
SICK SUNDAY:Cas & Gunz bring Body Bags, UGK Loves South Hip-Hop, T.I. & ‘Lo Continue Worst Beef Ever
Another week bites the dust my dudes. Brett Farve steps back on the football field, Michael Phelps did his favorite impression of Prince Namor the Submariner, and Team USA beat the living dog s***t out of Spain. In addition to the two profound losses last week, the music industry lost Jerry Wexler. Shout to Usain […]
Sunday Selection: Brandy – “Right Here (Departed)”
Its been almost four years since R&B sensation Brandy released any music. Has anyone missed her? I dont know about you, but I have. Brandy has always been unique in her own way – whether shes singing, acting or modeling. I must say that Im glad that shes making a comeback. Theres no need to […]
Yung Joc Sued Over Back Child Support
Rap star Yung Joc is being sued for back child support by the mother of his seven-year-old son, according to reports. Local Atlanta television channel WSB-TV reports that Yung Joc, born Jasiel Robinson, owes about $2,000 dollars in back child support. According to Fatimah Jester, the rapper has made it difficult to collect […]
LVPD: “Tupac’s Murder Will Stay Cold Without Community Help”
Tupac Shakur’s murder case is approaching its 12th year and remains no closer to being officially solved, a fact the Las Vegas Homicide Department wants to change. In an exclusive interview with AllHipHop.com, Las Vegas Police Department representative Ramon Denby detailed the current status of the investigation and dispelled rumors of the case being […]
DJ Vlad Sues Rick Ross For $4 Million Over Alleged Assault
Popular personality DJ Vlad has filed a $4 million dollar assault and battery lawsuit against rapper Rick Ross, stemming from an altercation at the Ozone Awards (August 10). In federal documents filed yesterday in NY District Court, DJ Vlad, born Vlad Lyubovny, alleges that with calculated planning, Rick Ross lured DJ Vlad to a […]
EXCLUSIVE: Game Details Jay-Z ‘Beef’
Contrary to the impression created by a recent radio interview, The Game says he has no desire to engage in a battle of words with Jay-Z. This comes after the Cali rappers comments with Phoenix radio personality Chino of 104.7 KISS FM, during which he broached the subject of beefing with Jay, making statements […]
Game Freestyle: F*ck Jay-Z
Game freestyles on the Greg Street radio show “F*ck Jay-Z”
P. Miller Launches Better Black Television
Entrepreneur P. Miller today confirmed the launch of Better Black Television, a family-oriented cable network set to debut in 2009. Dubbed BBTV, the network promises to cover the diverse experience of African-American culture by offering a myriad of genres: politics, movies, teen and childrens educational programming, animation, sports, and news. In response to […]
