Tech Talk: Sound Off
Ive been a fan of AllHipHop.com for some time now and now that I have a chance to contribute, I wanted to make sure I hit you guys with something worth while. In my first installment of Tech Talk, Im going to show you some of the toys Ive been playing with. The first […]

It’s All In The Game: Was Jason Kidding?
Jason Kidd calling in sick last Wednesday has fueled plenty of controversy. Many writers, fans and even people within the Nets organization (reportedly) are having a tough time grasping that one of the toughest and most dependable players in the league missed a game because of a migraine headache. Instead, people are […]

HIV/AIDS: An Epidemic in the African American Community
When the media announced that Eric Easy E Wright had full blown AIDS in 1995, I grab my Straight Outta Compton CD and head nodded for a few. Four years prior to this announcement, Magic Johnson had shocked the world with a similar message I have the HIV virus It hit me like a […]

Knockout Nation
But then I threw the check hook. They teach us that in northern Michigan in the amateurs, and he walked right into the shot. He never saw it coming.” -Floyd Mayweather, Jr Indeed, Sugar Ray Robinson would be proud to see his classic KO of Gene Fullmer replicated. Floyd Mayweather scored an […]

NFL WEEK 14 Monday Night Mania!
The I Could Care Less Game of the Week: New Orleans Saints (5-6) vs. Atlanta Falcons (3-8) Location: Georgia Dome, Atlanta, GA For the 2nd time this season, the Falcons will play a primetime game on the same day Michael Vick will be in court. Today, he is being sentenced for his involvement in […]

Mario: Go
Lately Marios been about being a grown man. Further proving that fact, Mario spearheaded a documentary on his mothers addiction to heroine. Now his third installment, Go [J Records] brings forth a fuller-voiced Mario leaving behind songs that emulate the stylistically Let Me Love You. In place of those songs is a grown-up theme album […]

Sneak(er) Peek: NBA/Adidas Retro, Coogi Kicks and Brand Jordan
By now you’ve seen the Jordan Spiz’ikes (shout out to Spike Lee aka Mars Blackmon) and either copped them or wish you had the funds to. While Michael Jordan has been retired from the game of basketball for a number of years now, his apparel still racks up plenty of sales. Nike and MJ new […]

NFL WEEK 14 Picks
1pm games: Miami Dolphins (0-12) vs. Buffalo Bills (6-6) Location: Ralph Wilson Stadium, Buffalo, NY The Bills pulled of a good win last Sunday from a field goal by Kicker Rian Lindell with 0:04 left in the game against the Redskins. The Dolphins, all they do is lose, so theres no need to […]

NFL WEEK 14 Thursday Throwdown
This week, Sports Illustrated named Green Bay Packers QB and soon-to-be Hall Of Famer, Brett Farve, the 2007 Sportsman of the Year. Now I have nothing against Farve. As mentioned, hes already going to the Hall. This we know. Is he one of the Top 10 QBs in the history of the NFL? Yes. Top […]

Charlie Murphy: Bring It On
Whether hes rocking a comedy show, a television hosting gig or a cartoon voiceover, Charlie Murphy is a man of many talents. We first really learned of him through his brother Eddies exploits, but Charlie has made his own lane in entertainment in a big way since then. An avid storyteller, Charlie has been able to share […]

Shape Up: Three Keys To Success – Strength Training
In parts 1 and 2 of this series, we discussed the importance of nutrition and cardiovascular activity. Its now time to complete the healthy trinity with the final key ingredient for cooking up your new physique: strength training. Whether your goal is to bulk up or slim down, strength training should be […]

Tuned In: Zune Takover (Seattle, WA)
The Zune Takeover definitely went down on Friday night (Nov. 30) in Seattle, the home of Zune and Microsoft. The event celebrated the release of the limited-edition “GOODS” customized Zune 80 version, which comes pre-loaded and is only available at the Seattle-based GOODS boutique. Multi-talented artists Swizz Beatz and Bun B were in town to celebrate and perform at the release […]

It’s All In The Game: Jamario Moon – Rags To Riches?
One of this years top rookies was not in drafted in the first or second round of last Junes draft. Hell, he didnt even play college ball unless you count community college. Instead, this 27-year-old rookie had to grind to make it to the League. Nearly six years of playing everywhere from […]

Rocsi: Front And Center
Chosen from a pool of over 5,000 applicants in BET’s nationwide search, Rocsi stood out for the producers from the start. Her bubbly personality, confidence and zest was sure to keep 106 & Park interesting. Replacing the immensely popular 106 & Park host Free was no easy task, but this beautiful Latina – who […]

Game Review: Geometry Wars: Galaxies
Released: Nov 2007 Platform: Wii Rating: 3.8 out of 5 Geometry Wars: Galaxies is crazy. The entire style of the game is just getting mobbed on so hard by waves and waves of deadly Lucky Charms – like blue diamonds, spinning purple pinwheels, little red rockets, spiraling snakes, and each type of […]

NFL WEEK 13 Picks
Usually when I write the picks, I normally have a full opening about the past week and try to set the tone for the upcoming games. Although we had a somewhat solid game between the Cowboys and the Packers on Thursday Night Football, the game and or games this week have been foreshadowed with the […]

Lauryn Hill: The Re-Education Of Lauryn Hill Mixtape
Mismatched make-up, public performance breakdowns, pleas for psychiatric help on behalf of Wyclef. Nothing really matters when it comes to new Lauryn Hill material. As either an effort to dilute the concentrated assumption that Lauryns gone mad or to haphazardly throw together random performances and soundtrack spots to quiet lingering fans, The Re-Education of Lauryn […]

Platform Pick: Wii Vs. PS3
My how time flies. It’s hard to believe it’s been a whole year since the PS3 and Wii crashed the next gen party. The past year has seen gaming as a whole reach unseen heights. With success comes hate though, and the fanboys fought at a blistering pace. One particular argument has […]

Distressing: Black Men and Our Health
*Note: Kevin Powell will host his annual clothing drive again this year. This represents the 7th annual holiday party and clothing drive for the activist. It all happens on Friday, December 7th, 10:00 pm -4:00 am, at Tribeca Cinemas. It will once again benefit the Safe Horizon Streetwork Project, a program that supports nearly 10,000 […]

Akademiks: Smart Moves
The Akademiks dream team of Donwan and Emmett Harrell have master-minded the recipe for longevity in an industry that has the survival rate of a one-hit wonder. The Virginia Beach bred brothers had designer genes in their blood, handed down from their parents. Their resumes speak for themselves, ranging from Emmetts experiences from Phat Farm to […]