Lil Wayne’s Effort To Block Documentary Denied
Efforts to stop the inclusion and release of private and sensitive material for a documentary featuring Lil Wayne have been halted. On Friday (June 12), California Superior Court Judge Michael Mink denied the Cash Money Records rappers motion to prevent Digerati (QD3 Entertainment) from releasing a documentary titled The Carter in its entirety. […]

Cam, Chris Brown, Celebs Face Off At Ruckers
The acclaimed Entertainers Basketball Classic (EBC) will begin its 2009 installment next Monday (June 15) in Harlem, New York. The Rucker street ball tournament began in 1980, and has grown internationally due to performances over the years from Kobe Bryant, Lebron James, Pee Wee Kirkland, Earl The Goat Manigault, Vince Carter, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Julius […]

Ras Kass Out Of Jail, Back To Rap
Approximately one month after his release from prison, West Coast lyricist Ras Kass is ready to get back to work, he told AllHipHop.com in a recent interview. But his new direction may surprise some of his fans. The former Capitol Records artist, born John Austin IV, was arrested in October 2007, reportedly for […]

R. Kelly Set to Make Africa Debut
Hitmaking artist and songwriter R. Kelly will make his first tour of the African continent this month, courtesy of his participation in the ARISE African Fashion Awards. The awards show and gala will take place in Johannesburg, South Africa on June 20. The inaugural R. Kelly concert will also serve as a close […]

Wendy Day Launches Company To ‘Incubate’ Urban Labels
Aspiring music industry professionals will get a well-established helping hand in their quest for success from Rap Coalition founder Wendy Day. Days assistance will come courtesy of Indie Label Builder, a new consulting company designed to work with clients in finding ways to sell their music and establish their own record label. According […]

Slaughterhouse Album Pushed Back, Royce & Joell Comment
The highly anticipated album by Hip-Hop collective Slaughterhouse has been pushed back to August 11, over a month from its original date. The group, comprised of Joell Ortiz, Joe Budden, Royce Da 5 9 and Crooked I, had a release date in early July, but that is no more. Royce said that the group wanted […]

Queen Latifah Admits to Childhood Sexual Abuse
With a career filled with musical and acting accomplishments, Queen Latifah has more than made a name for herself in the eyes of observers and fans while keeping a careful watch over details over her personal life. But in an interview with Essence magazine, the rapper/actress opens up about being a victim of sexual […]

Rihanna Subpoenaed for Chris Brown Hearing
R&B/pop singer Rihanna has been subpoenaed to testify in the assault case against fellow vocalist Chris Brown. According to Rihannas lawyer Donald Etra, his client was served in person on Tuesday (June 9) in Los Angeles with the order to appear in Superior Court for Browns hearing on June 22. “Rihanna was served […]

Producers Sue Block Ent. Over Yung Joc, Gorrilla Zoe Tracks
Two Block Entertainment producers have filed a joint lawsuit against the Atlanta-based label, citing the breach of several contracts and a failure to pay royalties on the labels part. The suit was filed in Atlanta by Dee Jay Dana, born Dana Ramey, and Flawda Water, born Lester Purnell, on Tuesday. The pair claim […]

Lloyd: Time With The Inc. Has ‘Run Its Course’
After 5 years as a mainstay on Irv Gottis The Inc., R&B singer Lloyd has declared his time with the former powerhouse label has run its course. Although he released his third LP in August 2008, the young crooner feels his career has become stagnant in the wake of The Incs separation from parent […]

Royce da 59″ Unleashes New Music
Fans of Royce da 59 will get more than an earful of new music as the Detroit lyricist gears up to unleash a slew of material for eager listeners. Royces first release will be the digital only EP The Revival. The offering will include songs from the rappers upcoming album Street Hop as […]

Max B Speaks on Conviction and Appeal
Harlem rapper and now convicted murderer Max B has released an official statement regarding his guilty verdict. Yesterday (June 9) a jury found Max, real name Charly Wingate, guilty on 9 of 11 counts of felony murder and conspiracy charges in the death of David Taylor. The 29-year old was killed execution style […]

AHH Stray News: 50’s New Scent, Latifah, Russell Simmons, Kanye & Amber Done
50 Cent will be the latest celebrity jumping into the fragrance business, via a new partnership with Lighthouse Beauty. The rappers first scent is named Power by 50 Cent and will be sold exclusively via a partnership with department store chain Macys. Queen Latifah, Wyclef, Aretha Franklin and TLC will headline the Mandela Day […]

Lauryn Hill Cancels European Tour Dates, Health Cited
Lauryn Hill has canceled her involvement in a European tour for health reasons, according to a recent report. Organizers of the Stockholm Jazz Festival say the eccentric R&B/Hip-Hop star was experiencing unspecified health-related complications that would prevent her from staying on the bill and other dates. Spokesperson Liisa Tolonen told the Associated Press that Hills […]

Rick Ross, Triple C’s Endorse 1800 Tequila
Miami rap star Rick Ross is bringing his marketing potential to the forefront via a new partnership with Proximo Spirits, Inc. and 1800 Tequila. The rapper, along with his Triple Cs crew, will endorse 1800 Tequilas Select Silver, a new beverage described by the company as the first and only 100 proof clear tequila […]

Atlantic Records Asserts African-American History In New Campaign
Before the music industry united in 1979 to officially decree June as Black History Month, Atlantic Records had already been a champion of Jazz and R&B for thirty years. This year, the legendary label has tapped some of its current stars to celebrate the continuing legacy of African-American music in a new promotional campaign. […]

Mos Def Speaks On The Escstatic; New Wesley Snipes Flick
Three years since highlighting his musical self, Mos Def is more than ready to reestablish himself in the eyes of the rap community with the release of his forthcoming opus The Ecstatic. For the rapper/actor, the challenge lies in giving fans an album worth adding to their collection, as he admits that the quality, […]

Juicy J Says Crunk Isn’t Dead, Preps New Solo Album
As a member of the Memphis collective Three Six Mafia, Juicy J can take credit for being one of the originators of the Hip-Hop sub-genre known as Crunk music. But in 2009, Crunk has seen a steep decline from its previous early decade dominance. Unlike other veterans that bemoan the sudden trend and […]

Exclusive: Max B To Appeal Conviction, Lawyer Says
Rapper Max B has swiftly responded to a murder conviction with an appeal of all charges, his lawyer said. In a statement issued to AllHipHop.com, Gerald Saluti said, Max B would like to first thank all his family, friends and fans that have supported him throughout this trial. Please don’t give up on him at […]

Breaking News: Max B Found Guilty
Former Dipset member Max B. was found guilty of murder conspiracy and robbery charges today (June 9). Prosecutors accused Max B., born Charly Wingate, of coordinating the robbery of two men at a Holiday Inn located in Northern New Jersey. Max B.s ex-girlfriend Gina Conway testified that she and a stepbrother named Kelvin […]