(AllHipHop News) Rapper Gucci Mane has revealed that his album The State Vs. Radric Davis was the first installment of a three-part series of albums. Gucci Mane told Ricky Padilla of Orlando’s 102 Jamz that his upcoming album The Appeal: Georgia’s Most Wanted is the second album in a three-part trilogy. “I been in the […]
7 Grand Records has announced that the label will be tribute to its founder Guru with a “tribute campaign” that will take place over the next few weeks. Guru and his business partner Solar founded 7 Grand Records in 2005. They ran the label together until Guru’s death from cancer at age 48 on April […]
(AllHipHop News) The marriage between rapper Nas and R&B singer Kelis has officially been terminated by a Los Angeles judge. According to TMZ.com, the divorce became official last Friday (May 21st) in Los Angeles County Superior Court. A number of issues remain unsolved, including the amount of custody and spousal support Nas has been ordered […]
(AllHipHop News) The real Rick Ross could face off against the rapper Rick Ross (William Leonard Roberts II) in court this summer, over the usage of the name “Rick Ross.”Rick Ross controlled thousands of workers at the height of his power in the mid-1980’s, who dealt millions of dollars worth of cocaine each day.In 1995, […]
(AllHipHop News) Actor Ray Liotta has joined the cast of 50 Cent’s upcoming movie Things Fall Apart.Liotta, who has played in a variety of popular movies classics like Good Fellas and Blow, will play a doctor in the movie. 50 Cent, wrote the script the new film with Brian Miller, is also executive producing the […]
(AllHipHop News) Super producer Timbaland has reached a settlement in a copyright infringement claim regarding the song “Throw It On Me,” from his Shock Value album. Timbaland settled with composer David Cortopassi, the original writer of the song “Spazz,” which was originally recorded by The Elastik Band. The track, which was originally released through ATCO/Atlantic […]
(AllHipHop News) As he prepares to drop his new concept LP Death of a Pop Star with producer 9th Wonder, Mississippi native David Banner discussed how the project gave him newfound artistic freedom, and why mixtapes are currently one of the biggest detriments to Hip-Hop music. His last project was the 2008 LP The Greatest […]
(AllHipHop News) Miami rapper Trina is diversifying her business portfolio with the official launch of Amazin’ Cosmetics this June. The platinum selling rapper’s line features the Amazin’ Lip Wear, in addition to Amazin’ Eyelashes, which are reusable, diamond studded eyelashes. The rapper’s line also includes the Amazin’ perfume line, which includes two fragrances: Diamond Doll […]
(AllHipHop News) Fans of 50 Cent who own iPhones can download the rapper’s entire catalog for $1.99 thanks to a new app in the iTunes stores. WebTechies latest app, “The 50 Cent Song Collection,” is a sleek download containing images of the rapper, news and most importantly, access to his entire song catalog, on demand. […]
(AllHipHop News) The posh Hollywood home of rapper Kanye West came off the market last week, just days after the multi-million dollar residence was listed for sale. The 4,214-square-foot, four-bedroom, three-bath home was up for sale for $3.995 million dollars. According to real estate reports, West originally purchased the property for $1.75 million shortly after […]
(AllHipHop News) Atlanta rapper/producer Lil Jon is returning to the scene with a new album, along with a high profile collaboration with pop star Miley Cyrus. Lil Jon teamed with Miley Circus to remix her new single “Can’t Be Tamed.” According to reports, they recorded the song at Rock Mafia recording studio in Santa Monica, […]
The Roots are set to drop their 11th album, How I Got Over, but group member Black Thought and Questlove said they also have a number of projecting comes as well. “He [Black Thought] has a project that I’m in called the Money Making Jam Boys. The support team of this album is the Money […]
Rapper Lil Kim has joined Jay-Z’s management company, Roc Nation, and Kim’s fellow Brooklynite will executive produce the album as well. A number of sources have reported the news, including gossip blogger Perez Hilton. No formal announcement has been made even though one is expected shortly. “Although she’s seen better days, Lil Kim is ready […]
“Gangsta” rap pioneer Ice-T will speak to dozens of foster youth on May 29th at the Texas Foster Youth Conference, taking place at the Marriott Rivercenter in San Antonio, Texas. Ice-T will speak to the kids about his life experiences on the streets of South Central, Los Angeles, how he dealt with various trials & […]
(AllHipHop News) The man accused of shooting and killing rising rapper Dolla was acquitted of murder charges yesterday (May 22) in a Los Angeles courtroom. A jury acquitted Aubrey Berry, 24, of the charges after less than two days of deliberating and nine days of testimony, which saw Berry take the stand in his own […]
(AllHipHop News) Marion “Suge” Knight’s lawyer has denied reports that the 45-year-old mogul pointed a gun at a man during an argument Wednesday (May 19th) in Los Angeles. Knight was arrested in Gardena by a group of LAPD officers from the Homicide & Robbery Division just after 12:00 AM Thursday morning. The former head of […]
(AllHipHop News) AllHipHop.com has teamed with Nas and Damian Marley to create the latest episode of the series “The Next 48 Hours.” The webisodes give fans a behind-the-scenes look, as the Nas and Damian Marley promote their new album, Distant Relatives. The concept album features guest appearances by artists like Lil Wayne, K’Naan, Stephen Marley […]
(AllHipHop News) The wife of former drug dealer Frank Lucas was arrested Wednesday (May 19th) in San Juan, Puerto Rico, after she allegedly sold 2 kilograms of cocaine to an informant at a hotel. Julianna Farrait, 70, was being recorded on May 11th, when she told the informant that she had two kilos of cocaine […]
(AllHipHop News) Washington, D.C. rapper Wale is being criticized by the organizers of the DC Black Pride festival for canceling his headlining performance at the LGBT event. Wale was supposed to be the headlining performer on Sunday, May 30th during the gay-friendly event, which takes place at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in downtown D.C. […]
(AllHipHop News) Pioneering, Miami, Florida rap group 2 Live Crew are working on an album of all new material being produced by Mannie Fresh and former Slip-N-Slide producer Funk Boogie. The new album is titled Just Wanna Be Heard and will be released on Nu Focuz Entertainment/Lil Joe Records, this August. In addition to original […]
