In life, it’s been said that hard work will guarantee success. Whether it’s winning consecutive golf championships like Tiger Woods or becoming the hottest rapper out today by consistently feeding fans with music via mixtapes, collaborations and studio albums (i.e. Lil Wayne), the positives far outweigh the negatives. For DJ Khaled, hard work comes automatic […]
DJ Premier aka Preemo is the standard by which all Hip-Hop producers strive to be. The notion is absolute, like it or not. From his innovativeness to his uncompromising style to his tour of duty – Preem is it. He’s done it all from his professional debut in 1987 with Gangstarr to his modern work […]
If the UK grime scene had a family tree it would go something like this. Wiley aka the ‘Godfather of grime’ would sit at the top of the tree. Former Wiley protégée Dizzee Rascal would be the next heir in line and as the tree splitters down and sideways popular names such as Ghetto, Kano […]
On Tuesday, May 05, Atlanta rapper Alfamega’s career took a public nosedive. In a climate where authenticity in Hip-Hop is valued now more than ever, the self-proclaimed “Grand Hustle Muscle” provided evidence against an Atlanta heroin dealer during his trial. As a result, Alfamega saw his nearly 10-year prison sentence, for his attempt to […]
Growing up is difficult under any circumstance but in Hip-Hop it’s decidedly more difficult. The machine milks youth and changing the public’s perception of you, especially in a drought, can be the difference between a continuing career and filling out that UPS application. Hurricane Chris has the unenviable task of growing from teen club rapper […]
Does Hip-Hop accept outsiders? British born rapper of Persian descent, M### Taylor plans to put that question to the test. Introducing his own brand of Hip-Hop known as Runk, the rebel with a cause intends to open up the culture to the underdog. Not your typical face of Hip-Hop, the UK Runk star is preparing […]
The wait is nearly over. After four years of work, and fourteen years of fan anticipation, the Chef has finally confirmed an August 11 release date for Only Built for Cuban Linx II (EMI). The journey was not without much adversity. Two high-profile executive producers, Busta Rhymes and Dr.Dre, dropped out for still undisclosed reasons. […]
This is going to be simple. Here are the things you need to know about Shawnna these days: She’s got an album with Ludacris coming called Battle of the Sexes You can catch up with the Chi-Town MC at myspace.com/shawnnafanspace She’s one of the best lyrical spitters out, male or female. Now, here is what […]
“When does this interview go up?” Joe wants to get the word out fast about his views on this whole Method Man, Melle Mel and Hip-Hop fiasco that originated from a Vibe magazine list of the Top 50 rap artists. For this interview, we decided to allow the AllHiphop Ill Community and our followers on […]
Secret Wars is a new limited series on AllHipHop.com. The series delves into some of the not-so-public battles that were waged quietly in the streets or behind the scenes. Not every MC war becomes a full-fledged battle. There are countless accounts where rappers took shots at one another without actually naming names. Some shots are […]
Since the release of his debut album, New Joc City, Bad Boy South recording artist Yung Joc has meticulously maintained a certain image. His music is of the party/R&B remix variety. He doesn’t deal with rap beefs. He reps his crew proudly. He is openly willing to discuss any aspect of his personal life that […]
Bishop Lamont recently took a trip to Amsterdam and Rotterdam. While he was there, AllHipHop.com caught up with the Carson, California rapper and got his views on international Hip-Hop, the status of Dr. Dre’s Detox, friction with The Game and the positive side people seem to overlook. AllHipHop.com: You recently recorded a song with rappers […]
Just blaze is a king right now. I’m watching him get mobbed by producer after producer at the Sha Money XL One Stop Shop in Arizona. He can barely take a step before somebody wants to _______ (take a picture, sign and autograph, pass a beat CD, etc, etc). He’s a king among kings, as […]
Philadelphia native and California adopted son Ricardo Brown a.k.a. Kurupt first came to the attention of the rap world as part of Snoop Dogg’s crew The Dogg Pound back during the rise of the West Coast based Death Row Records. Kurupt stood out from most West Coast artists with his unique delivery and emphasis on […]
It’s been approximately one year since Ego Trip’s Miss Rap Supreme aired on VH1 and the winner of the show isn’t proud of what she’s been a part of. For weeks Rece Steele stood around women who she claims were not on the show for the love of Hip-Hop, but for the love of fame […]
A general is a leader. Someone who surveys the landscape, develops and implements strategy and sets a battle plan in motion. As one half of Bucktown’s finest duo, Smif N Wessun, General Steele has big plans.His solo album Welcome To Bucktown is both a departure from his Smif N Wesson material, and a renewal of […]
I’m going to be honest for a second. I have never been a very big fan of Maino. I knew his reputation was in great street standing and I thought his rap skills were up to par. But there was something preventing me from giving him that nod. That all changed after I saw footage […]
When it comes to Hip-Hop, the prize goes to the artist that toils through the darkness, emerging into the light of success. Deams is a testament to the undying tenacity it takes to make it and that of the love of Hip-Hop. During a visit to Amsterdam, I was fortunate enough to jump off the […]
In Part 2 of this “lost and found” interview with Hip-Hop legend Rakim, the Microphone Fiend delves deeper into his life and times. He courses through the 80’s and 90’s, cruising into present day. He explains his personal and public life, the streets’ relationship to rap and even offers his views on the dedication song […]
Rakim is one of the most influential artists ever, but that didn’t stop me from somehow losing my first and only interview with the “god of rap.” After some moving and some searching, the 30-minute chat has been unearthed. The Long Island native was supremely informative and surprisingly candid during the conversation. Rakim speaks on […]
