Even members of the Diggin’ In The Crates Crew, with whom South Bronx rapper Party Arty rose to prominence, were shocked today (December 5) to learn of the underground artist’s untimely death.   Arty, born Arthur Sheridan, passed away early yesterday afternoon (December 4) of unspecified health complications.   Both Fat Joe and legendary MC/producer […]

Already a power player in the mixtape world, multi-faceted DJ Vlad has now set his sights on conquering the website and film markets.   In October DJ Vlad launched www.vladtv.com, an already fast growing Hip-Hop based video site birthed from the success of Vlad’s YouTube channel and website, Vladtv.com.   “Vlad TV as an entity […]

Two felony drug charges and one misdemeanor assault charge against Marion “Suge” Knight were dismissed by a Las Vegas judge.   Prosecutors accused Knight, 43, of assaulting a female acquaintance named Melissa Isaac, on August 27, during a heated argument.   Knight was accused of striking Isaac, who was allegedly found by LVPD officers naked […]

An arrest warrant has been issued for troubled rapper DMX, who missed a scheduled court appearance in Arizona today (December 5).   DMX was due in court today to face charges related to drug, identity theft and animal cruelty charges but missed the date, because he is currently in rehab at an undisclosed location.   […]

Polow Da Don and Zone 4, Inc. have extended the submission deadline for this year’s Free Rent For A Year contest due to the popularity and level of interest in the charitable endeavor, the label announced this week.   The essay competition, now in it’s second year, is open until January 1, 2009 at midnight […]

The Shade 45 Morning Show’s Angela Yee interviews T.I. and speaks on Shawty Lo and the Dirty Awards!

Will Smith is taking his knack for success overseas, with a new venture involving his production company Overbrook Entertainment.   According to Variety, Overbrook has joined forces with D Media to launch Red Pearl Pictures, a new company that will distribute Western films throughout the Middle East.   Red Pearl joins a number of key […]

The multi-million dollar home of Marion “Suge” Knight was recently sold in bankruptcy court, adding to the rap mogul’s list of problems.   Knight’s Malibu mansion was sold for $4.56 million dollars – much less than the $6.2 million dollars the former head of Death Row Records was seeking for the house last year.   […]

As Miami Hip-Hop mainstay Slip-N-Slide Records enters into its fifteenth year of operation, the label’s owner Ted “Touche” Lucas is preparing to commemorate the anniversary in a major way.   Lucas is inviting fans and colleagues alike to join in the celebration next Thursday (December 11) in Miami.   Confirmed guests for the event include […]

Cash Money Records co-founder Ronald “Slim” Williams has released a statement congratulating Lil Wayne on his earning eight Grammy Award nominations last night (December 3).   In the statement, Williams expressed his pride in Wayne’s latest career accomplishment and took time to note that his accolades are well deserved.   “The success of Tha Carter […]

Contrary to earlier reports, Philadelphia rapper Gillie Da Kid will not be taking part in an upcoming “Brotherly Love Concert” being organized by Beanie Sigel and Nike’s ACG Store.   Gillie Da Kid, Beanie Sigel and a host of upcoming rappers from Philadelphia have publicly feuded over the past few years by trading insults on […]

Exactly one year ago today (December 4) the Hip-Hop world was rocked by the sudden passing of Chad Butler, known worldwide as the cavalier Pimp C of the seminal Southern rap duo UGK.   The founder of UGK was found dead in a West Hollywood hotel after accidentally overdosing on codeine syrup.   An autopsy […]

Lil Wayne has ended a spectacular 2008 with eight Grammy nominations, topping the list of all artists.   Rappers Jay-Z and Kanye West scored six nominations each, while Dangermouse, Atlanta rapper T.I. and Chicago’s Lupe Fiasco both landed four nods.   Lil Wayne’s Carter III – which is the top selling album of 2008 and […]

Slip N Slide artist Trina announced today (December 3) the participation of her Diamond Doll Foundation in the 1st annual “Jingle Bell Toy Drive,” a benefit drive for the children of Miami’s Jackson Hospital.   To kickoff the campaign, Trina will sign autographs and collect toys at the popular Miami barbershop The Chop Shop.   […]

Busta Rhymes continues to face adversity in the United Kingdom, as the airing of the rapper’s latest single “Arab Money” has resulted in a popular DJ’s suspension.   Global Radio owns and operates Galaxy Radio, which broadcasts Steve “Smooth” Sutherland’s show in Manchester, Yorkshire, Birmingham, York Shire, the South Coast, the North East and Scotland. […]

Former Philadelphia Hip-Hop rivals Beanie Sigel and Gillie Da Kid have put their differences aside and will appear on stage during a free concert next week.   The free “Brotherly Love Concert,” which is being presented by Nike’s ACG brand, will also feature performances by Freeway, Reed Dollas, Joey Jahad and E-Ness.   The concert […]

The nine-year album drought of legendary group EPMD comes to a close in two weeks, as the duo will release their long-awaited 7th album We Mean Business.   The LP comes nearly 10 years after Out of Business (1999), then billed as the duo’s final studio album.   Despite that tagline, the album failed to […]

Soulja Boy has delayed work on his forthcoming album to participate in the 6th annual Toyz N Da Hood charity event, which donates holiday toys throughout Atlanta during the month of December.   Toyz N Da Hood was founded by Hittmenn DJ president Robert “Kaspa” Smith, and is partnered with the non-profit Kids with Strong […]

Last night (December 1) Los Angeles played host to the reuniting of the original five man roster of Bone Thugs-N-Harmony.   The reunion is 10-plus years in making.   Over the last decade the group became fragmented due to infighting and the incarceration of Flesh-N-Bone.   Flesh-N-Bone was sentenced to 11 years in 2000 on […]

William Balfour, the man at the center of the investigation surrounding the deaths of singer/actress Jennifer Hudson’s mother, brother and nephew, has been arrested.   Balfour, Hudson’s estranged brother-in-law, was formally charged with three counts of murder in connection with the slayings, after his arrest on Monday (December 1) at Stateville Correctional Center.   The […]