Businessman Don Peebles Says Jay Z Fits White America’s Code Of A Black Man (VIDEO)

(AllHipHop News) Jay Z, the drug dealer turned rapper turned businessman, has been both praised and criticized for his ascent to the 1%. Famed real estate developer R. Donahue “Don” Peebles spoke with Nitecap with Peter Bailey about mainstream America’s perception of Jay. The discussion centered around the idea of black youth feeling the need to come from struggle […]

Iggy Azalea Hit With Tax Lien From The IRS

(AllHipHop News) Iggy Azalea’s difficult few weeks continues. After being caught up in the controversy involving alleged cheating by her fiancé Nick Young, the Australian rapper is now reportedly in trouble with the IRS. [ALSO READ: Iggy Azalea Is “Chillin” On Nick Young] According to TMZ, Iggy owes the United States government $391,056.55 in unpaid […]

Travi$ Scott Dropped 25k On A New Grill

(AllHipHop News) If you’re going to check out Travi$ Scott opening for Rihanna sometime soon, make sure you peep the new grill he’s rocking. According to P&P, the Houston rapper purchased a new grill to open for the pop singer’s ANTI tour. Johnny Dang, a famous grill designer who has worked for several celebrities, posted a photo of Scott’s […]

Zulu Nation Replies To Accusations That Afrika Bambaataa Molested Teen

(AllHipHop News) Representatives of The Universal Zulu Nation are pushing back against child molestations accusations made against its founder, Afrika Bambaataa. Earlier this week, a former New York politician identified as Ronald Savage recounted the charges in an emotionally charged interview with radio personality Star’s Shot97.com radio show. Ronald Savage originally made similar allegations in […]

Scooter Braun Said To Be Co-Managing Kanye West

(AllHipHop News) Earlier this month when Justin Bieber hosted his Los Angeles shows at the Staples Center, Kanye West was pictured on hand for prayers prior to Justin’s show. Also in the picture was longtime music A&R and mogul Scooter Braun who discovered Justin Bieber and helped bring him to stardom. As of yesterday (March […]

Roc Nation Signs Michigan Guard Caris LeVert

(AllHipHop News) After varying reports on his Tidal numbers  this week, Jay Z keeps it moving with the signing his Roc Nation talent Caris LeVert. Caris LeVert is a former University of Michigan Guard standing 6’7 ”and weighing in at 205 pounds. Over the course of his career at Michigan, Caris  became the 49th Wolverine to score […]

Tyga Eulogizes Friend And Bodyguard Arlester ‘Punch’ Henderson Killed In Car Accident

(AllHipHop News) In a shocking turn of events, Tyga’s longtime bodyguard and friend Arlester ‘Punch’ Henderson has been killed in a car accident. Yesterday several news sources confirmed the tragedy after The Daily News confirmed  Tyga was “devastated, shocked and heartbroken.” ‘Punch’ was only 29 years old and died assisting others according to reports. After an accident […]

Action Bronson Releases Statement After Being Dropped From GWU Concert Over “Transphobic & Misogynistic” Content

(AllHipHop News) Action Bronson has become the latest rapper to face backlash over lyrics in his music. The Queens, New York native was dropped from George Washington University’s Spring Fling after students launched a Change.org petition calling for his removal from the event. The protesters claimed Bronson “promotes rape, his videos promote violence against women, and his social […]

Songs From Kanye West’s ‘The Life Of Pablo’ Streamed Over 400 Million Times On Tidal

(AllHipHop News) While some observers question whether Tidal’s accounting for the number of streams for Kanye West’s The Life Of Pablo is accurate, the entertainment platform continues to make huge announcements about the project. Tidal initially declared TLOP was streamed 250 million times in the first 10 days, and now new numbers come close to doubling that […]

K-Ci & JoJo Talk Collaborating With Big Sean, Jhené Aiko & Detail On ‘Twenty88’

(AllHipHop News) Big Sean and Jhené Aiko released their new joint project Twenty88 today exclusively on Tidal. The 8-track project includes a cameo from R&B legends Cedric “K-Ci” Hailey and Joel “JoJo” Hailey on the song “2 Minute Warning.” The Jodeci members spoke with Billboard about the collaboration. [ALSO READ: Big Sean & Jhené Aiko Discuss Their […]

Puff Daddy Premieres “You Could Be My Lover” Music Video On Instagram

(AllHipHop News) Sean “Puff Daddy” Combs is once again breaking new ground. The rapper/producer/executive used the social media app Instagram to release his new music video for “You Could Be My Lover” featuring Ty Dolla $ign and Gizzle. [ALSO READ: Sean “Diddy” Combs To Open New Charter School In Harlem] “The FIRST EVER music video premiere live […]

Kevin Hart Set To Launch ‘Laugh Out Loud’ Video-On-Demand Service & Mobile Adventure Game

(AllHipHop News) Kevin Hart’s Hartbeat Digital is partnering with Lionsgate studio for a new video-on-demand service called Laugh Out Loud and a new social adventure mobile tablet game. Laugh Out Loud will be home for all of Hart’s new original series, including a hidden camera show where the comedian stars as an undercover Lyft driver. [ALSO READ: Lil Wayne, Drake, […]