“We need a Hip-Hop House of Representatives,” Raekwon said backstage as he prepared to hit the stage with the other panelists. “If we are going to mold and shape this industry and what it is and what hip-hop has done to us, we have to have brothers such as my brother right here, Mike, myself. […]

This week’s Footage Fa Dayz features Chicago’s pioneering Hip-Hop group Crucial Conflict from the South By Southwest music convention in 1996.   The clip was taken just days before they dropped their major label debut, The Final Tic on Pallas Records, in 1996, although their first EP Crucial Timez, was released independently in 1992.   […]

There are so many things to ask Freeway and you can get all your questions tonight at 8pm EST!   There are so many things to ask him, we decided to give up an opportunity to interview him and pass the “roc” over to our loyal readers.   Freeway will be doing a live chat […]

 “What it is one time, Pac D##!” Hailing from the West Coast, Pac D## consists of brothers Like, Mibbs and longtime friend BeYoung. The trio are putting their stamp on the West Coast sound with songs like the anthem, The Mayor and Pac D##. In 2006, Pac D## released Sealed for Freshness: The Blend Tape […]

I wonder about some of you guys out there.   This one is for Nicki.   I have been bubbling over with several emotions such as disappointment, anger, confusion and dismay over these fans.   All of this centered on the recent “Cipher” that was sprinkled between the thing called the BET Hip-Hop Awards. Truth […]

Cory McKay, aka Cormega, doesn’t smoke or eat meat anymore. Hell, he even buys organic foods when he can. He doesn’t overindulge in alcohol, and with a humble laugh he admits he’s been listening to relaxation music lately (“You know those instrumentals with the water and s**t?”). You may even catch him with some Hannah […]

Beneath the trite, one-dimensional “Rap” landscape there is a lair of darkness. The darkness should not be confused nor associated with any macabre notions. This solemn refuge is a haven for creative and lyrical Hip-Hop. At the center of this subterranean empire sets a throne. Atop that throne sits Aaron Yates, affectionately known to his […]

Since their work on the classic singles “The Symphony” and “Be a Father to Your Child,” Masta Ace and Edo G have been staples of Hip-Hop’s underground. Now, after years of critically acclaimed solo and group LPs with younger artists (Special Teamz, eMC), the two veterans have united for a new collaborative album entitled Arts […]

In the midst of what could be the most detrimental Hip-Hop beef in his career…Jay-Z makes another powerhouse move.   The native New Yorker releases “Empire State of Mind,” a hit record that features Alicia Keys.   The song is set in the consummate metropolitan city and the video is artfully produced in black and […]

Equally comedic with a vivid personality comparable to his Chicago counterparts like Kanye West and Rhymefest, we introduce “Really Doe’s 10 Ten Men Commandments!” Get familiar with Really Doe!   Most emerging artists woudlnt pass of the chance to be co-signed by Kanye West as the “Hottest Coming” in the game, but thats not the […]

On his last album, Juvenile took a detour.2006’s Reality Check was an extremely politically-minded album and “a learning experience,” but the New Orleans rapper said he’ll be taking an alternate direction with his latest offering Cocky & Confident.”I just want to make happy music; I don’t want to make sad music anymore,” he says before […]

Last year, Long Beach rapper Crooked I hooked up with AllHipHop.com for a special two-part interview where he gave us his thorough story from his beginnings to his time with Death Row Records, to where he is now. Although we are still waiting for the debut album, Crooked I has made some big moves since […]

Now, the 2009 BET Awards are all over and all that, we have to say we were mighty impressed by Da Cypher, where all the rappers spit their raps to impress the audience. This particular Cypha was impressive. I had KRS-One, Nipsey Hussel, Wale, Joe Budden, Nicki Minaj, Eminem, Black Thought, Buckshot and others. But […]

Those who stopped following Master P’s career since the rapper’s No Limit heyday have a lot of catching up to do. The former founder and CEO of the influential New Orleans- based label may not rap as much as he used to, but his behind-the-scenes work in music, television and humanitarian causes have made the […]

Once, the despondent feeling of unabashed loneliness overwhelmed Clifford “Quan” Peacock. As he stood to face the judge, the rapper’s tailored reluctance and apprehension mimicked his Italian crafted suit. The penetrating concept of being caged for life ricocheted through his psyche, causing mental carnage. Seated in the front row of the gallery, his family showed […]

This weeks Footage Fa Dayz features none other than Hip-Hop’s most famous hype man, Public Enemy’s Flavor Flav.   In this clip, Public Enemy was taking part in Rap Sheet’s annual convention in Atlanta, Georgia, along with other rap stars like Jermaine Dupri, Luke Campbell and The Roots.   Champtown caught Flavor Flav right before […]

In the Hip-Hop world the tough “street thug” persona is one that some try to embody and one that many fans are drawn too. In a few cases, certain rappers have had their credibility questioned for many reasons. The most the important is when secrets from their past arise that totally contradict their “thuggish” nature. […]

There is a saying that goes, “You should never meet your heroes.”   It looks like rapper Chamillionaire found this out the hard way. These days he looks towards Barack Obama for inspiration, but at one point, he looked to none other than basketball great Michael Jordan as an idol.   But, the rapper was […]

Over two years have now passed since Cashville’s finest Young Buck released his studio album Buck The World. When speaking to him it becomes immediately clear that he has matured during this time, perhaps unsurprisingly after having to overcome a number of career obstacles throughout this turbulent period. Following the constant stream of rumors circulated […]

In crafting the McDonald’s Flavor Battle, the fast food leader was aiming to capture the “energy and excitement and recognizing the creativity of one of this country’s underappreciated art forms – The DJ experience.” To bring that experience to college campuses around the country, the company put a slight twist on the Battle as it […]