Where Are They Now?: King T
Longevity. Its a word that seems to have fallen by the wayside in todays music scene, where ringtone sales equate relevance and the success of a single depends on a catchy dance step to accompany it.Roger King T McBride has been around long enough to see a whole lot change in Hip-Hop, and has learned […]
Various: The Glow In The Dark Mixtape
The description of a mega tour shouldnt be used too often. Whether the record companies dont have the caliber of talent on hand or performers dont wish to do shows; it is rare for a bunch of artists with like minds to get together and rock the party like the crews of old. 2008s […]
Common: Live From The Big Easy
Common occupies a fairly unique lane in the Hip-Hop scene. Hes at once an acclaimed actor, a lyricist of the highest order, and emcee of substance as well as style. Respected by both the bourgeoisie and the boulevard. With a catalogue that spans over a decade, hes gone through many stylistic changes and has plenty […]
Hip-Hop Rumors: R. Kelly’s New Young Babe Finally Speaks Out!
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: The Game’s New Mixtape, Kanye Loves Kanye, Tank Gets Tasered, Bro (Sorry about the mix-up in the update today!) Hip-Hop Rumors: We Don’t Need […]
Kid Sister: Material Girl
It was just around the spring of last year when the buzz of Kid Sister escaped Chicagos borders. As the designer dance movement began to penetrate the Hip-Hop community, groups like Flosstradamus and Chromeo gingerly escorted rap fans through the transition. Luckily, for Melisa Young p/k/a Kid Sister, her flashy nailed fingers rested on the […]
Tech Talk: Look Ma, No Clicks!
Sorry for keeping the loyal Tech Talk fans waiting last week, but I didnt forget about you. I found a couple gadgets I thought were pretty cool, so let me know what you think. This might be known by a lot of you, but I wanted to show you frequently traveling producers and you […]
TVT To Reorganize; Sell Portions Of Business
TVT Records plans to continue promoting its current projects, despite the 23-year-old independent labels decision to file for Chapter 11 reorganization, the company told AllHipHop.com today (Feb 19). The label also intends to continue preparing for and scheduling upcoming releases, which tentatively includes Crunk Rock, Lil Jons long awaited fourth album for TVT and […]
Eminem Memoir Headed For Publication
Eminem fans will get a personal account of what makes the rapper tick as plans are underway to publish a forthcoming memoir. Titled The Way I Am, the book will feature numerous unseen photographs, hand-drawn art, sketches for lyrics and notes form journals. Eminem will pen the introduction and provide a present-day narrative […]
Leading The Way: African-American Physicians
[Photo: Mos Def as Dr. Vivien Thomas in the HBO film Something The Lord Made]I like to give credit where credit is due, and there is no better time to do this than Black History Month. We even get an extra day this year.Hip-Hop would not exist if it were not for the pioneers of […]
Hip-Hop Rumors: The Game’s New Mixtape, Kanye Loves Kanye, Tank Gets Tasered, Bro
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: We Don’t Need No Rumors Today! (But you know we did!) THE NEW ROUND UP! TVT Records is about to be a WRIZZY! DJ […]
KRS, Common, Q-Tip Tap Super Producers For Remixes
Rappers KRS-One, Common and Q-Tip have teamed with super producers DJ Premier, Just Blaze and Cool and Dre to create new versions of influential tracks recorded by each artist. The rappers are part of the Smirnoff Signature Mix Series, a new program created in partnership with Cornerstone Promotions to help market established and emerging musical talent. […]
J. Period Celebrates Best of Mary J. Blige CD With Events
Mixtape DJ and producer J. Period will celebrate two years worth of work creating his Best of Mary J. Blige mixtape, by launching a series of events to commemorate the project’s long-awaited release. A three CD collection originally produced as a promo piece for Bliges Grammy-winning album The Breakthrough, the release captured a strong […]
AHH Stray News: Devin The Dude Preps New Album
Houston rapper Devin the Dude will release his first post- Rap-A-Lot Records this April. Smoke Sessions Vol. 1 is being released with long time collaborators the Coughee Brothaz and also features members of the Odd Squad collective. The 16-track album is due in stores April 1st via the BCD Music Group and online at theorchard.com. […]
T.I.: American Dream
With todays actor-slash-rapper contingency on the rise, a few talented MCs are true standouts in the Hollywood scene. Atlanta-born and raised rap prodigy T.I. is an example of how determination and intensity can transfer from true life to the big screen in a positive way. When T.I. landed the lead role in the Warner […]
Flashback: Bob Marley
Robert Nesta Marley was a man whose impact on the world of music and beyond remains timeless. As the creator of some of the most powerful masterpieces, the mold was broken when they made Bob Marley. None came before, and none shall follow. His legacy lives on not only through his countless releases, but through […]
BREAKING NEWS: TVT Filing Chapter 11; Staff Fired
New York based independent record label TVT Records terminated the majority of their employees today, sources revealed to AllHipHop.com today (February 18). TVT, which is home to major recording stars like Lil Jon & The Eastside Boyz, Pitbull, Ying Yang Twins, The Polyphonic Spree and others, is expected to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy […]
The Socialite: When Shacking Up Goes Wrong
First and foremost, Id like to wish you a prosperous and productive Black History Month. I know that had to be weird to read. But really, we can wish each other a Happy Holiday, so an entire month should suffice. A month in which we have an extra day to celebrate thanks to […]
Leading The Way: Black Supermodels
[Photo: Supermodel Alek Wek] Black History month isnt just about Ms. Rosa Parks or Dr. W.E.B. DuBois. Many other Black people have made tremendous strides in business and entertainment. Just as Barack Obama may pay particular homage to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and Lebron James may have extreme admiration for Earl Lloyd, the […]
