New York City will pay over $7 million to settle a civil suit levied by the family of Sean Bell. Bell was slain the night before his wedding in 2006 by New York City poli ce. A judge finalized the settlement yesterday in Brooklyn Federal Court, which also outlined the terms of the deal. Sean […]
(AllHipHop News) Foxy Brown experienced difficulties this morning before she was to appear in a Brooklyn court room for allegedly violating an order of protection against a longtime rival. According to the New York Post, Brown’s lawyers Bruce Barron Associates dropped the rapper as a client, just moments before she was due in court today […]
(AllHipHop News) R&B singer Rihanna will be getting major exposure via two high profile appearances. Rihanna recently wrapped up shooting the video for “Love the Way You Lie,”, her #1 single with Detroit rapper Eminem from his hit album Recovery. The pair shot the video last week in Los Angeles by director Joseph Kahn. In […]
(AllHipHop News) Rapper Wyclef Jean has denied reports that he is currently planning a run for President of Haiti during the upcoming elections slated for November. According to multiple reports, Jean will make a run for President in his native homeland of Haiti, where he revered for his community service to the country. The rapper […]
(AllHipHop News) In recent interview with Tim Westwood, rapper Nas spoke about his upcoming work with super producer Kanye West.After reminiscing about his beef with Jay-Z, working with Damien Marley and his visit to England, Nas described his work ethic and his upcoming solo project.“I am definitely looking at my solo project as one of […]
(AllHipHop News) The first rap show to ever be held in the resort town of Branson, Missouri has encountered problems from city officials, over a concert featuring St. Louis artist Nelly. Concert promoter Paul Dunn originally wanted to hold a concert featuring Nelly in the parking lot of The Grand Palace, which is undergoing renovations […]
(AllHipHop News) A lawyer for DMX has confirmed that the rapper surrendered to authorities in Los Angeles today (July 26th) to begin serving a three month prison sentence. DMX appeared in a Los Angeles court, where he was sentenced to the three months, for violating the terms of his 2002 probation for a reckless driving […]
(AllHipHop News) DMX is to be sent back to jail after a prior infraction was recently discovered by Los Angeles authorities. The rapper was just released from jail earlier this month. DMX plans to turn himself into authorities in a Los Angeles courtroom tomorrow, according to TMZ. The new arrest is a legacy violation from […]
(AllHipHop News) St. Louis, Missouri rapper Huey has announced he has split from Jive Records and is planning a new single and album, in hopes of recreating the success he experienced with this hit single “Pop Lock and Drop It.”This September, Huey will release Redemption on Que Records/OMG Media/EMI. The release will be the follow-up […]
(AllHipHop News) Dead Prez, Pharoahe Monch and Sadat X are among the performers who will hit the stage during this year’s annual Black August Hip Hop Project Concert. The event, which is being produced by the Malcolm X Grassroots movement, is now in its 13th year. Over the past decade, artists like Mos Def, Talib […]
(AllHipHop News) Trae Tha Truth and KBXX 97.9 The Box have both agreed to drop lawsuits against each other, over an alleged ban on the Houston, Texas rapper’s music in the local market.According to Houston’s Fox 26, both parties have agreed to walk away from the lawsuit, although no settlement between the opposing parties was […]
(AllHipHop News) Foxy Brown addressed her recent arrest during a performance at B.B. King Blues Club & Grill in Manhattan last night (July 25th). Foxy Brown, born Inga Marchand, was arrested last week on a felony charge, for another encounter with her rival Arlene Raymond in their Prospect Heights, Brooklyn neighborhood. Brown was arrested after […]
(AllHipHop News) Two frustrated Hip-Hop fans have created online petitions demanding Atlantic Records release new projects by Grand Hustle artist Young Dro and Grammy Award winning rapper Lupe Fiasco.The two nearly identical petitions, hosted at PetitionOnline.com, states that fans have been waiting for Dro’s P.O.L.O. (Players Only Live Once) and Lupe’s Lasers “for over a […]
(AllHipHop News) A special panel in New Orleans, Louisiana that examines judicial misconduct is investigating a judge with ties to rapper C-Murder, who is serving a life sentence for the 2002 murder of a 16-year-old. According to the Times-Picayune, the secret panel is investigating a credible complaint against one of the judges who presided over […]
(AllHipHop News) A crowd in Schaumburg, Illinois became rowdy on Friday (July 23rd) after rapper Snoop Dogg missed an appearance. According to reports, Snoop was supposed to perform at the John Barleycom restaurant and club. The rapper’s management said the rapper didn’t feel safe driving from Chicago due to a storm that evening. Police were […]
(AllHipHop News) Bone Thugs-N-Harmony member Bizzy Bone has signed a new recording deal with Sumerian Records and is planning a mash-up release of hard rock and Hip-Hop. Sumerian Records’ Founder Ash Avildsen confirmed that his Washington, D.C. based heavy metal label signed the world-famous rapper, who will drop Crossroads 2010 this August. “It’s true and […]
(AllHipHop News) Producer/mogul Dr. Dre is being sued for millions of dollars for breach of contract, for allegedly failing to pay the bill for recording services. Paramount Recording Studios is suing Dr. Dre, born Andre Young, for $1,220,500, for breach of contract, according to the lawsuit, which was filed in Los Angeles Superior Court yesterday […]
(AllHipHop News) B-Boy Pioneer Crazy Legs is prepping for the upcoming Rock Steady Crew 33rd Anniversary with a weekend full of star studded events. “Friday (July 30th) we will kick off the anniversary at Libations, then Saturday (July 31st 3pm-9pm) we will have the annual battle,” Crazy Legs told AllHipHop.com. “The crew and soloist winners […]
(AllHipHop News) Houston, Texas rap star Devin the Dude and Jacksonville, Florida, comedian Lil Duval will play the lead characters in a new film titled Hillbilly Highway.The movie, which is being produced by Eddie Griffin, is currently wrapping up filming in Atlanta, according to director, Damon “Coke” Daniels. Hillbilly Highway follows the antics of two […]
(AllHipHop News) Drake thanked his fans for helping his debut album Thank Me Later sell over 1 million copies since its release on June 15th. The rapper tweeted a message expressing shock at the fast sales pace. “Thank you to everyone who allowed us to go platinum on a debut album! WOW,” Drake tweeted. The […]
