Busta Rhymes Sentenced; Judge Issues Warning
Rapper Busta Rhymes appeared in Manhattan Criminal Court today (March 18), where he was formally sentenced for his role in two assault cases. Judge Larry Stephens sentenced Rhymes to 3 years probation and 10 days of community service, for his role in assaulting a fan in August of 2006 as well as his former […]
Rapper Jim Jones To Educate Students At Howard U
Dipset member Jim Jones will be among the celebrities and activists speaking at Howard Universitys Third Annual Hip-Hop and Higher Education Symposium on March 27. The Harlem rapper will be joined by Washington Redskin Clinton Portis, R&B singer Lyfe Jennings, TV personality Melyssa Ford and HIV/AIDS activist Maria Davis during the “HIV/AIDS and the […]
It’s All In The Game: MVP Wrap – LeBron, Kobe, KG, T-Mac or CP3?
With the NBA season heading in its final stretch, the MVP talk is starting to heat up. And just like the playoff race, the MVP race is tighter than ever. Here are the five players who will most likely cop the hardware. Kevin Garnett Why – In the beginning of […]
The Roots Get Political On New Album; Embark On Tour
Politics and addiction are among the topics explored as Philadelphia Hip-Hop collective The Roots prepares to unveil their 10th album for music fans. The release, titled Rising Down, will feature musical appearances from Common, Mos Def, Talib Kweli, Saigon, Dice Raw and Chrisette Michele as well as Fall Out Boy Patrick Stump, who is […]
Russell Simmons: Styling The Urban Graduate And Beyond
Without a doubt, Russell Simmons has set out to raise the bar in all of his endeavors. In many cases, hes set the bar so high in the music, fashion and community outreach that few can attain his level of success. He took the Phat Farm and Baby Phat brands to the top […]
Lydia Harris Sued For $3 Million; $107 Million Judgment Could Be Tossed
The saga of Death Row Records has taken another twist, as the woman who won a default judgment that sent the record label into bankruptcy is being sued for fraud and breach of contract. Harris assigned a $107 million dollar default judgment she won against Death Row Records in 2005 to Conquest Media Group […]
Old School Video Break: Jodeci “Feenin”
Okay first things first – this video was directed by Hype Williams. Jodeci, who could now join the ranks of other former stars at the Hot Mess Awards, really outdid themselves with the whole album Diary of a Mad Band. This single “Feenin” wasn’t as popular as “Come and Talk to Me” or “Forever My […]
D-12 Manager Charged With Assaulting Teenaged Girls
A man who manages D-12 was charged yesterday (March 17) with assaulting two teenaged girls and providing them with drugs. Jeremy Nathanial Geffen once managed a number of musicians, including Hip-Hop group D-12 and Atlanta rapper Sean Paul through his management company, Geffen Enterprises. According to police, Geffen, 35, assaulted the teengaged girls […]
Hip-Hop Rumors: T-Pain Reality Show? Lil Wayne Part 3! loyd Mayweather and Chilli?
DISCLAIMER: All content within this section is pure rumor and generally have no factual info outside of what the streets have whispered in our ear. Read on. YESTERDAYS RUMORS! Hip-Hop Rumors: A Rap Pimp Wants Brit Spears! Remy Ma’s Accuser Testifies! Hip-Hop Rumors: Halle Berry Has Girl! Wayne Tears Up The UK! Kanye Wants To […]
The Clipse & Re-Up Gang: Blowin’ Up The Spot
Call them the Fantastic Four. Except, their superpowers were not the result of cosmic radiation but a byproduct of an appreciation for the fundamentals of Hip-Hop lyricism; wordplay and delivery. Composed of VAs Malice and Pusha T of the Clipse and Philly brethren Ab-Liva (formerly of Major Figgas) and Sandman, this fearsome foursome call themselves […]
Lil Wayne’s London Show Halted By Violence
A Lil Wayne concert in London, England was cut short last night (March 16) following a series of scuffles, AllHipHop.com has learned. According to witnesses who attended the show at the Stratford Rex, Lil Wayne performed a shorter set than expected, after at least six fights erupted near the stage. Despite the efforts […]
ELECTION 08: Archie Bunker Edition
This week was the low point (so far) in this years primary season, as charges and reverse charges of racism we made by each of the Democratic contenders for the presidential nomination. Things that were thought buried were excavated, and things that were thought dead crept from their graves like a George Romero movie. As […]
Dropping Pounds With Cipha Sounds: Foundation
What up fat smashers, Cipha Sounds here trying to get healthy and help you get healthy. So now I’m up to the third chapter of the Dr. Ian Smith’s Fat Smash book, which is called “Foundation.” Now that I detoxed and got all the crap out of my body, I now have to learn how […]
Charges Against Gillie Dropped; Record Deal Announced
A serious legal situation involving rapper Gillie Da Kid has come to an end, as drug charges against the Philadelphia rapper were recently dropped. The case stemmed from an investigation and search authorities conducted on two houses on Passmore Street in Philadelphia. Gillie Da Kid and four associates were arrested on Feb. 6, […]
Hollywood Shuffle: Heroin Better For Chris Rock? Jackass Steve-O is Crazy! Rick Ross’ M.I.YAYO
Yeti here, back for another edition of Hollywood Shuffle. Coming straight outta Los Angeles, we’ve got the hottest news in Hollywood served up with some AllHipHop.com style! Today we have Chris Rock caught up in some drama, Diddy providing services to the Hollywood elite and the other Knowles girl who finally might get her […]
DJ Toomp: The Making of Jay-Zs Say Hello
DJ Toomp has quickly become a fan favorite, even though the veteran producer has been a staple in Hip-Hop since the late 80s with MC Shy D. N Zone Entertainment caught up with DJ Toomp as he produced the beat that Jay-Z would eventually use for Say Hello from the Brooklyn rappers American Gangster album. […]
Smirnoff Signature Mix Series: Common
The Smirnoff Signature Mix Series ends with the performance of Common produced Just Blaze with the updated song “The Light ’08”
