DJ Akademiks On ‘Everyday Struggle’: Best Thing For Hip Hop In Years
(AllHipHop News) The fallout from Joe Budden parting ways with Everyday Struggle continues to play out. This week’s episode of The Joe Budden Podcast was mostly focused on the talking head explaining why things did not work out between him and Complex and its parent company Verizon. Budden’s former Everyday Struggle co-host DJ Akademiks has […]

Police Recover Kendrick Lamar Engineer MixedByAli’s Stolen Hard Drive
(AllHipHop News) A hard drive owned by Derek “MixedByAli” Ali was stolen from a vehicle on December 7. According to the L.A. Daily News, police have recovered the encrypted device which contained more than $1 million worth of original music. 23-year-old Jonjairo Espinoza was arrested on December 8 and charged with seven counts of burglary […]

Cardi B Talks “Bartier Cardi”, Grammy Noms & More On ‘Tonight Show’
(AllHipHop News) This Friday will see the arrival of Cardi B’s new single “Bartier Cardi” featuring 21 Savage. The buzzworthy rapper stopped by The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon to discuss the song and more. “I named it ‘Bartier Cardi’ because I don’t want Cartier to sue me,” expressed the Atlantic recording artist. Next month, […]

Nelly’s Rape Accuser Sues As Details Of Alleged Rape Emerge
The woman who accused rapper Nelly of rape is taking him to civil court. The “Hot in Herre” hitmaker was arrested in Washington in October after an unnamed woman told police officials he had sexually assaulted her on his tour bus. The alleged victim was subsequently identified as Monique Greene, but she declined to testify […]

Twista Raises Money And Toys For Chicago Children
(AllHipHop News) Twista hosted his 1st annual holiday toy drive earlier this week In Chicago. The Chicago rap legend linked up with some famous DJs, including Kid Capri, DJ Terry Hunter, DJ Pharris, Sean Mac, and DJ Mustafa Rocks. The team collected thousands of toys at Bassline in Chicago, to benefit local children and families […]

DJ Khaled Injured After Crashing Jetski Near Diddy’s House
(AllHipHop News) DJ Khaled escaped from serious injuries after he crashed his jet ski again. DJ Khaled hit up social media, to show his scraped up leg, which he wounded after crashing into a tree near Diddy’s house according to reports. In December of 2015, the producer also had a harrowing incident on his jet […]

Beyonce’s Lawyers Threaten Tribute Restaurant With Legal Warning
(AllHipHop News) Beyonce’s lawyers have fired off a cease-and-desist notice to the owners of a New York pop-up bar dedicated to the superstar. Bosses at Leyenda in Brooklyn recently announced they were renaming the Latin cocktail bar and restaurant “Sleyenda” for the month of December in honor of the singer, as a nod to her […]

XXXTentacion Makes It Home From Prison For The Holiday
(AllHipHop News) Rapper XXXTentacion caught a break and will be released from prison in time for the holiday. XXXTentacion is facing 15 felony charges, stemming from a series of violent altercations with his ex-girlfriend. He was charged with additional crimes, after he contacted his ex, in an attempt to persuade her to drop domestic […]

Rick Ross Wins Another Round In Lawsuit Against LMFAO
(AllHipHop News) Rapper Rick Ross’ copyright infringement lawsuit against LMFAO over their song “Party Rock Anthem” has been revived after a judge granted his appeal. The hip-hop hitmaker launched legal action against dance music stars Redfoo and SkyBluin in 2014 over the highly-popular track, which featured the phrase “Everyday I’m shufflin’,” which Ross claimed was […]

Jhené Aiko Releases ‘2Fish’ Poetry Book
(AllHipHop News) Back in September, Jhené Aiko offered her “M.A.P.” mission statement which included the singer-songwriter announcing the Trip movie, the Trip album, and the 2Fish poetry book. The third installment of Aiko’s M.A.P. artistic endeavor is now available. 2Fish was released on December 19. The 144-page book offers a glimpse into Jhené’s artistic process […]

Joey Bada$$ Named Creative Director Of PONY
(AllHipHop News) Rapper Joey Bada$$ has been named streetwear brand PONY’s first-ever creative director. The hip-hop hitmaker has designed and released a sneaker collection with the New York-based brand, according to Billboard. “It’s pure synergy,” he says. “This is some classic, authentic, vibe: that’s how I feel. I am a product of New York and […]

2 Chainz, Tommy Chong & Hannibal Buress Eat Expensive Marijuana Meal
(AllHipHop News) 2 Chainz’s Most Expensivest series on Viceland “uncovers all of the extravagant ways the 1% enjoys blowing its load.” In a new scene uploaded to YouTube, the Atlanta-based rapper gets together with actor/comedian Hannibal Buress and actor/cannabis rights activist Tommy Chong. The clip shows the trio partaking in an expensive marijuana-infused meal. Chainz, […]

Pioneering Podcaster Combat Jack Dies From Colon Cancer
The Hip-Hop community is mourning the passing of veteran lawyer/podcast host Reggie “Combat Jack” Osse. Combat Jack announced he was fighting colon cancer in October, after a hiatus from his longrunning podcast “The Combat Jack Show.” He revealed to his audience that he was rushed to the hospital for emergency surgery and had since been […]

Will Smith To Produce Biopic About Michael Jordan’s Baseball Career
(AllHipHop News) Will Smith is reportedly producing a biopic about Michael Jordan’s minor league baseball career. The NBA legend briefly retired from basketball in 1993 and went to play for the White Sox Double-A affiliate Birmingham Barons. The Tracking Board reports: In The Prospect, written by Ben Epstein, Michael Jordan uses a year as a […]

Lonzo Ball Launches Nas And Cash Money Inspired Apparel Collection
(AllHipHop News) Is Lonzo Ball still trolling Nas? Or is the Los Angeles Lakers rookie actually trying to pay homage to the Hip Hop icon? After telling the world no one listens to Nas anymore and rappers like Future and Migos are real Hip Hop, Ball was seen in New York City wearing a hoodie […]

Kendrick Lamar Tapped To Perform At College Football Title Game
(AllHipHop News) The 2018 College Football Playoff National Championship game is scheduled for January 8 in Atlanta. For the first time, a halftime show will be part of the televised event. Billboard reports Kendrick Lamar will be the music artist performing that evening. However, the DAMN album creator’s set will broadcast on ESPN from Atlanta’s […]

Nick Cannon To Create New Movie Starring Chris Brown, Evan Ross & More
(AllHipHop News) Versatile entertainer Nick Cannon will be writing, directing, and producing a new independent film titled She Ball, according to Variety. The Ncredible Entertainment head will also star in the movie along with Chris Brown, Evan Ross, Cedric the Entertainer, Rebecca De Mornay, Faizon Love, K.D. Aubert, Luenell, and Marla Gibbs “I’m very excited […]

Cardi B Announces ‘Bartier Bardi’ Single Featuring 21 Savage
(AllHipHop News) In a week that included her establishing a new Hot 100 record and appearing in two new music videos, Cardi B is set to top off the week with a new single. ‘Bartier Bardi’ featuring 21 Savage will arrive on Friday, December 22. The Bronx rapper was part of the visuals for the […]

Kevin Hart To Star As A Hitman In New Action-Comedy “On The Run”
(AllHipHop News) Kevin Hart has signed on to star as a hitman in action-comedy “On The Run.” The actor and comedian will play an assassin in Universal Pictures upcoming flick, and will also produce under his Hartbeat production company, according to The Hollywood Reporter. With a script from “Everybody Hates Chris” and “Brooklyn Nine-Nine” writer […]

Travis Scott and Saint Laurent Link For Limited Edition Album
(AllHipHop News) Travis Scott has partnered with Saint Laurent on a limited-edition album. The “Antidote” rapper fronted the French luxury fashion label’s spring/summer 2017 campaign, released in November 2016, which saw him sporting a slim-fit black suit and posing in the desert alongside other models. Continuing his relationship with the brand, Scott has now worked […]