Little Brother’s Phonte Talks Influencing Drake & Kendrick Lamar

(AllHipHop News) Little Brother may not have ever reached mainstream status, but the North Carolina trio was still very influential in Hip Hop circles. While speaking with Ebro Darden for Beats 1 Radio, LB founding member Phonte talked about how their musical style impacted modern Hip Hop chart toppers. “I definitely think we’re an influence […]

Meek Mill’s Attorneys Take His Case To Supreme Court

(AllHipHop News) Attorneys for incarcerated rapper Meek Mill have appealed to Pennsylvania’s Supreme Court officials to grant him bail as he fights his probation violation sentence. Documents were filed in the state’s highest court on yesterday (March 19) requesting the release of the hip-hop star, who was ordered to serve two to four years behind […]

‘Beyond The Streets’ Graffiti & Street Art Exhibition Set To Hit L.A.

(AllHipHop News) One of the original elements of Hip Hop is getting its own multimedia showcase in Los Angeles. Author/historian Roger Gastman is curating Beyond The Streets which features graffiti and street art from over 100 artists presented in 40,000+ sq ft of industrial indoor and outdoor space. Installations will include: Large-scale graphic banners from renowned feminist […]

Netflix Releases A Trailer For Rapsody’s ‘Rapture’ Docuseries Episode

(AllHipHop News) This month will end with Netflix presenting its new docuseries Rapture. The show follows notable Hip Hop representatives Nas, T.I., Dave East, 2 Chainz, Logic, A Boogie wit da Hoodie, Just Blaze, and G-Eazy. North Carolina-bred emcee Rapsody is also a central figure on one of the episodes. A trailer for the Laila’s […]

Logic On Hip Hop Acceptance: F*ck it… I Don’t Make Music For Hip Hop

(AllHipHop News) Logic has been one of the most successful rap stars over the last year. The Def Jam recording artist released two #1 projects and earned two Grammy nominations. It appears the “1-800-273-8255” performer is still dealing with being fully acknowledged by the Hip Hop community. During an interview with Hard Knock TV, Logic […]

Jay-Z’s Roc Nation Invests In Criminal Justice Reform Company Promise

(AllHipHop News) Promise is a technology aiming to improve the American criminal justice system. The company, co-founded by Phaedra Ellis-Lamkins and Diana Frappier, aims to create a sustainable and scalable program that will reduce the number of people behind bars, recidivism, and the cost of care by extending the capabilities of community supervision. Promise is […]

Trouble Lands Joint Venture Deal With Mike WiLL Made-It And Interscope

(AllHipHop News) Atlanta rapper Trouble is now labelmates with hit group Rae Sremmurd. The Atlanta rapper recently signed a joint venture deal with Mike WiLL Made-It’s Ear Drummer Records/Interscope Records. Trouble is preparing a new album titled Edgewood as the inaugural release with Mike WiLL Made-It’s imprint. Mike WiLL Made-It was clear he planned on […]

Diddy Reveals He’s Never Sought Therapy After Biggie Shooting Death

(AllHipHop News) Sean “Diddy” Combs aka “Love,” is the most successful entertainer in the entire music business. But, back in 1997, the rapper suffered from a traumatic incident, when the SUV his artist Christopher “The Notorious B.I.G.” Wallace was traveling in was shot up. The shocking murder of The Notorious B.I.G. has been the subject […]

New Skool Rules Festival Announces 2018 Speakers & Artists

(AllHipHop News) The New Skool Rules Music Conference and Festival is returning to Rotterdam, the Netherlands on May 18-20. Key players from the music industry and emerging artists will take part in the three-day event. Angel d’Amor, Chanti, Theolodge, and Pim Bossink are among the acts on the bill. Universal Publishing executive Sterling Simms, producer […]

John Legend Predicts More Sexual Misconduct Cases In Music Industry

(AllHipHop News) Successful movie mogul Harvey Weinstein has become the face of sexual improprieties in Hollywood. However, the #MeToo movement has brought light to these issues in other industries as well. The music world has been rocked with allegations of sexual misconduct. Dr Luke, Russell Simmons, L.A. Reid, Sean “Diddy Combs, and Charlie Walk have […]

XXXTentacion Teams With Miami Children’s Initiative To Help Local Kids

(AllHipHop News) Over the last year, XXXTentacion (born Jahseh Dwayne Onfroy) has found his name in headlines for several negative stories, but the Florida-based artist is presently showing his altruistic side. The “Changes” singer is giving back to his local community by working with the Miami Children’s Initiative to provide assistance to local youth in […]