(AllHipHop News) Cardi B will proceed with three planned concerts in Los Angeles in spite of receiving threats from local gang members. Last week, the “Bodak Yellow” hitmaker caused uproar after posting a snap of herself wearing a royal blue fur coat on Instagram. “I hate wearing Flue but this coat was too poppin (sic),” […]
(AllHipHop News) Gucci Mane’s life story is set to be the subject of a big screen film. Executives at Paramount Pictures and Imagine Entertainment have acquired the rights to the hip-hop star’s 2017 book “The Autobiography of Gucci Mane,” according to Variety. It is believed studio bosses plan to work with the same producers who […]
(AllHipHop News) Anderson .Paak earned critical acclaim for his musical efforts such as Venice, Malibu, and Yes Lawd! with Knxwledge. The Aftermath recording artist has now joined with bassist Kelsey Gonzalez to create new content in the visual space. D’Addario Percussion presents the “edutainment” video series .Paak 2 Basics. The program is inspired by VHS-era drum […]
(AllHipHop News) So far, Kendrick Lamar’s 2018 consists of winning five Grammy awards and overseeing the release of Black Panther The Album. Last Friday also saw a sneak peek of another potential K. Dot record on Abstract Radio. Q-Tip previewed an unreleased Kendrick track on his Beats 1 show. The song’s unofficial title is “Want […]
(AllHipHop News) It’s been twenty years since Mos Def and Talib Kweli joined forces for the classic album Black Star. Mos eventually changed his name to Yasiin Bey then moved to Africa, and fans of the duo never got another project. While at a Madlib deejay set in Denver, Bey revealed he’s getting back together […]
(AllHipHop News) Roland “Troy Ave” Collins had the internet talking after he dropped the animated “2 Legit 2 Quit” music video. On the song, Troy raps, “I’m only loyal to my fam. Middle finger from the stand. It’s either me or you.” Many observers interpreted those lines to mean the New Yorker was set to […]
(AllHipHop News) The “All The Stars” music video by Kendrick Lamar and SZA has collected over 10 million views in just six days. The visuals off Black Panther The Album appear to be popular with YouTube users, but there is someone that’s accusing the Top Dawg Entertainment stars of copying her work. One scene in […]
(AllHipHop News) Joe Budden and his co-hosts were honored by the fans at last night’s Social Awards. The Joe Budden Podcast beat out The Read, 2 Dope Queens, Drink Champs, and The Bodega Boys to win Best Podcast. Fellow emcees Remy Ma & Papoose won the Baewatch award. The couple topped Gucci Mane & Keyshia […]
(AllHipHop News) Rap boss Diddy’s new TV talent show “The Four: Battle for Stardom,” has been renewed for a second season, despite the sex scandal hanging over one of his fellow judges. Music executive Charlie Walk hasn’t appeared on the show since allegations of sexual harassment were made against the Republic Records executive last week. […]
(AllHipHop News) Jay-Z paid tribute to slain teen Trayvon Martin, during a Peace Walk in Miami over the weekend. Jay was the guest of honor at the 6th Annual Peace Walk And Talk on Saturday at the Betty T. Ferguson Amphitheatre. Trayvon was unarmed when he was gunned down by George Zimmerman during a fight […]
(AllHipHop News) An attorney for Migos group member Quavo is denying claims his client is going to be arrested. The cops are reportedly preparing to issue a warrant for Quavo’s arrest, after an altercation with Eric the Jeweler on Grammy night. But the rap star’s lawyer Drew Findling said surveillance footage from 1 OAK reveals […]
(AllHipHop News) Rapper Kendrick Lamar immediately volunteered his services to oversee the soundtrack for Marvel blockbuster “Black Panther” after he was granted a special preview by director Ryan Coogler. The “Creed” filmmaker reveals he had been planning to work with Kendrick for some time, and when he initially approached the Grammy winner last spring about […]
(AllHipHop News) Kanye West’s childhood home in Chicago, Illinois is set to be showered with love on Valentine’s Day as it’s recognized as a local landmark. Officials at the rap superstar’s Donda’s House arts organization have teamed up with representatives from the Skyline Council of Landmarks Illinois to ‘heart bomb’ the South Shore Drive property, […]
(AllHipHop News) Newly-freed rapper Kevin Gates is set to make his stage comeback at the JMBLYA festival in Texas this spring. The hip-hop star, real name Kevin Gilyard, was released from an Illinois prison in January after serving nine months of a 30-month sentence for felony gun possession. That punishment, relating to an outstanding 2013 […]
(AllHipHop News) Rapper Jim Jones has launched a search for fans who have overcome their obstacles, for a documentary in support of his upcoming album. Jim, who recently signed with Roc Nation, is working on his new album called Wasted Talent. Jimmy is looking for individuals who feel they may have “wasted” their big opportunity […]
(AllHipHop News) Kelis is looking to get Nas for more money in child support, claiming the rapper now makes more money than when the court document was filed in 2012. The rapper now pays $8,000 per month in support, but the singer seeks a modification increase monies to their child Knight. Kelis has not determined […]
(AllHipHop News) Rap star Young Thug is looking to expand his career, thanks to a new deal with the Hollywood talent agency. UTA announced they now represent the rapper for all aspects of his career, which means we will see more of Young Thug on TV, movies and an expansion into the world of fashion. Young […]
(AllHipHop News) The actor and the rapper are set to join Michael B. Jordan, Nick Cannon, Orange is the New Black star Dascha Polanco and Black-ish castmembers Anthony Anderson and Miles Brown for the annual event. The big game will kick off the NBA All-Star Weekend in Los Angeles and also features stars like Caleb […]
(AllHipHop News) The 2018 festival season will extend to Texas when the sixth annual JMBLYA hits Dallas, Austin, and Houston in May. Dreamville Records leader J. Cole is headlining the event. Additionally, chart-topping Atlanta rap trio Migos and Bronx rapstress Cardi B are part of the lineup. Fans will get to see Kevin Gates, Playboi […]
(AllHipHop News) Before the #MeToo movement exposed alleged sexual misconduct by Hollywood elites like Harvey Weinstein and Kevin Spacey, rising filmmaker Nate Parker saw his career sidelined in 2016 over a 17-year-old rape case. Parker was acquitted at trial, but that did not prevent calls for boycotts against his Nat Turner biopic The Birth of […]
