Jay-Z Joins U2 On Tour Of Australia, New Zealand
(AllHipHop News) Jay-Z, the world’s top earning rapper Jay-Z and the world’s top earning tour band U2 will join together for a tour of Australia and New Zealand later this year. The two artists will host the concerts to support the launch of Live Nation Australia, which opened this past July and his headed up […]

Queen Latifah, Dolly Parton Team For ‘Joyful Noise’
(AllHipHop News) Actress/rapper Queen Latifah will team with country singer/actress Dolly Parton for a new film titled Joyful Noise.The movie, which is a gospel-choir feature, centers around two women who are forced to work together to save a small town gospel choir after budget cuts threatens their future. Latifah will play a mother who takes […]

Faith Evans Busted For DUI in California
(AllHipHop News) R&B singer Faith Evans was arrested earlier this morning on suspicion of DUI, near Marina Del Ray, California. Faith, who was once married to legendary rapper Christopher “Notorious B.I.G.” Wallace, was stopped at a checkpoint when officers detected alcohol. According to TMZ.com, police arrested Faith for being intoxicated, although her blood alcohol level […]

Rappers Join Mock Funeral Procession To Protest Gun Violence In NY
(AllHipHop News) Harlem, New York rapper Jim Jones will join Hip-Hop mogul Russell Simmons during the “Tsunami of Peace: Ride, Walk & Rally Against Violence” this week. Jim Jones and Russell Simmons will be joined by rappers like Juelz Santana, Fat Joe, Maino, Salt and former New York giant Michael Strahan during the rally, which […]

Talib, M1 Join Panel Discussion On Political Prisoners
(AllHipHop News) Rappers Talib Kweli and M1 of dead prize will take part in a panel discussion hosted by Imagenation and Dream Hampton, the author/director of a new documentary titled Black August: A Hip-Hop Benefit Concert. Talib and M1 will join Dream Hampton, professor Marc Lamont Hill, Black August co-founder Lumumba Bandele and former political […]

LL Cool J Talks Emmys, Community Work in Queens
(AllHipHop News) Queens, New York rapper LL Cool J has been tapped to present at the 62nd Primetime Emmy Awards next week in Los Angeles. LL, who stars in the hit CBS series NCIS: Los Angeles, will present alongside actors and actresses like Joel McHale, Tina Fey, Ricky Gervais, January Jones and others.Even with the […]

Wyclef Vows To Continue Haiti Aid Effort Despite Ruling
(AllHipHop News) Wyclef Jean has issued a statement regarding his attempt to run for the President of Haiti, which was denied by officials in the country yesterday. The rapper’s name was not on the list of candidates who will run in the November 28th election to replace the country’s current president, Rene Preval. “It is […]

Rapper Dorrough Comments On Rumors Of A Sex Tape
(AllHipHop News) Dallas, Texas rapper Dorrough has cleared the air surrounding rumors on Twitter, Facebook and blog, about the looming release of a sex tape. I sent the single right after I UStreamed last night,” Dorrough told AllHipHop.com. “I Ustreamed about 9 P.M. Central time, and it was basically because everyone was blowing up my […]

Producer J-Sw!ft Returns After 5 Years, Preps Revealing Documentary
(AllHipHop News) Hip-Hop producer J-Sw!ft is planning to release “I’ll Do Mine,” his first track in over five years. The song is taken from the upcoming feature length documentary 1 More Hit, which chronicles J-Swift’s life through drug addiction, homelessness, a jail stint, his recovery and gradual return to rap. Prior to his downfall, J-Sw!ft, […]

Travis Barker Still Working on Rap Album
(AllHipHop News) Travis Barker has been working on a rap project since August of 2008 that will feature the best of the best in the Hip-Hop industry.The album was delayed due to a plane crash that left burns on Barkers body from the waist down and killed everyone but him and close friend and collaborator […]

Lil Wayne Files Lawsuit Against Booking Agents Over $375K
(AllHipHop News) Rapper Lil Wayne and his company Young Money Touring Inc. has filed a lawsuit against a former booking agent who allegedly stole $375,000 in touring proceeds. Lawyers for Lil Wayne filed a lawsuit against Ujaama Talent Agency Inc. and the company’s owners, Erskine Isaac, David Nelson on August 16th in the Supreme Court […]

DJ Khaled Signs With Cash Money Records
DJ Khaled has signed with Cash Money Records. The celebrity spin doctor announced the move online and the news quickly spread via the internet. “DEAL IS DONE!!WE THE BEST YMCMB! See live footage from @Derick_G !! Hard work pays off! I’m on my way to the studio!” he said via Twitter. “WE THE BEST CASH […]

Twista Announces Release Date For ‘The Perfect Storm’
(AllHipHop News) Chicago rapper Twista has announced an October release date for his new upcoming album, The Perfect Storm. Twista told AllHipHop.com that his new album will feature production by No I.D., Street Runners, Scorp Diesel and longtime affiliate, Traxster. Just this week, Twista’s single “Wetter” from his last album Category F5 was certified gold, […]

Lauryn Hill Returns To Charts After 10 Years
(AllHipHop News) Lauryn Hill appeared in the Billboard charts for the first time in 10 years this week, as the former Fugees singer’s “Repercussions” landed at #94 on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart. The song leaked online last month and it’s unclear if it’s a future release, or an unfinished track from previous efforts. “Now […]

Breaking News: Wyclef Denied Run For President Of Haiti
Wyclef Jean’s name has not been included on a list of approved presidential candidates for his native Haiti. The entertainer-turned-politician sought to run for presidency and announced with much international fanfare. Jean needed to prove that he was a resident of Haiti, one of the requirements for the high office of the embattled land. A […]

Romeo Miller Celebrates 21st Birthday Today With A Cause
(AllHipHop News) Rapper/actor Romeo will celebrate his 21st birthday while working to raise awareness for children suffering with cancer. Romeo Miller is hosting the Birthday Bash Block Party at Millions of Milkshakes in West Hollywood, California today (August 19th) at 6:00 PM PT. A variety of celebrities will be on hand to wish Romeo well […]

B.o.B., Justin Bieber Land Debut VMA Performances
(AllHipHop News) B.o.B. will close the year with one of the biggest performances in his career thus far, when he makes is debut performance at the 2010 MTV Video Music Awards. MTV announced that B.o.B. and Justin Bieber, who were nominated for 5 nominations each, will both perform for the first time on September 12th, […]

Diddy, Rappers Join Justin Timberlake Charity Event
(AllHipHop News) A number of top Hip-Hop artists will team with superstar Justin Timberlake, when he presents his Justin Timberlake and Friends concert this October, to benefit the Shriners Hospitals for Children. Sean “Diddy” Combs, the world’s second-best earning Hip-Hop mogul ($30 million last year) will be joined by his new group Dirty Money, while […]

Snoop Dogg To Blow Up Armored Truck Tonight
(AllHipHop News) Hip-Hop star Snoop Dogg is set to blow up a four-ton, armored truck tonight (August 19th) in Las Vegas, Nevada. According to reports, Snoop Dogg will blow up the truck at a secret location in the desert, as part of a promotion for the upcoming game Mafia Wars: Las Vegas. The location is […]

Yung Joc Cited After Two Pit Bulls Attack Neighbors Dog
(AllHipHop News) Atlanta rapper Yung Joc was cited by authorities after two of his pit bulls attacked another dog near his home in Fayette County, Georgia. According to Yung Joc, the two dogs escaped after they managed to escape through a gate, after their electric collars failed. The two pit bulls attacked a nearby neighbors […]