Before the music industry united in 1979 to officially decree June as Black History Month, Atlantic Records had already been a champion of Jazz and R&B for thirty years. This year, the legendary label has tapped some of its current stars to celebrate the continuing legacy of African-American music in a new promotional campaign. […]
Three years since highlighting his musical self, Mos Def is more than ready to reestablish himself in the eyes of the rap community with the release of his forthcoming opus The Ecstatic. For the rapper/actor, the challenge lies in giving fans an album worth adding to their collection, as he admits that the “quality, […]
As a member of the Memphis collective Three Six Mafia, Juicy J can take credit for being one of the originators of the Hip-Hop sub-genre known as “Crunk music.” But in 2009, Crunk has seen a steep decline from its previous early decade dominance. Unlike other veterans that bemoan the sudden trend and […]
Rapper Max B has swiftly responded to a murder conviction with an appeal of all charges, his lawyer said. In a statement issued to AllHipHop.com, Gerald Saluti said, “Max B would like to first thank all his family, friends and fans that have supported him throughout this trial. Please don’t give up on him at […]
Former Dipset member Max B. was found guilty of murder conspiracy and robbery charges today (June 9). Prosecutors accused Max B., born Charly Wingate, of coordinating the robbery of two men at a Holiday Inn located in Northern New Jersey. Max B.‘s ex-girlfriend Gina Conway testified that she and a stepbrother named Kelvin […]
As the first artist on DJ Khaled’s fledgling We Da Best imprint, Broward County, Florida native Ace Hood has been in the recording studio hoping to release what he has labeled a “classic” album. A number of Florida’s best rappers are banding together to support Ace Hood with guest appearances on his new album, […]
Continuing a media blitz that started on Saturday night (June 6) with the release of his new single “D.O.A. (Death of Autotune),” Jay-Z appeared on New York’s Hot 97 for a candid conversation with longtime host Angie Martinez. During the chat, Jay confirmed that his eleventh solo album, The Blueprint 3 will be released […]
In preparation for the release of his June 30 debut album, Brooklyn’s Maino has announced an autobiographical documentary entitled Unstoppable presented by Best of the Block/Hustle Hard. Maino’s film will center on the rapper’s transformation from convicted drug dealer to rising Hip-Hop star. In the mid 90’s, Maino was sentenced to 10 years […]
As reported on Friday, assault charges against DMX have been dropped, paving the way for the rapper’s return to the genre of Hip-Hop. The rapper, born Earl Simmons, was charged with felony attempted aggravated assault, for an alleged altercation with a guard at the Tent City Jail, where he was incarcerated for 90 days […]
Hot 97 held it’s annual Summer Jam event at Giants Stadium in New Jersey last night (June 8), drawing tens of thousands of concert goers. Mary J. Blige, Jadakiss, The Dream, Elephant Man, Juelz Santana and Jim Jones were all featured guests at the event, and gave crowd pleasing performances. A number of […]
DJ Jazzy Jeff received a professional insult last Saturday (June 6) in Kansas City when a venue cut short his set for playing Hip-Hop music. The Power & Light District has been lightning rod of controversy in recent months due to accusations of racism from black constituents. Critics allege the entertainment district deliberately […]
A recently released unauthorized album featuring Canadian rapper Drake will be the focus of a new lawsuit the entertainer plans to file. Drake is planning a lawsuit against Canadian Money Entertainment over the release, titled The Girls Love Drake. The unauthorized album, which was released May 28 by Canadian Money, includes songs from […]
Embattled rapper DMX’s legal troubles may be over for now, it seems. A source close to the rapper told AllHipHop.com exclusively that a Mariposa County, Arizona judge will dismiss the most recent charges brought against the rapper this week. Speaking under condition of anonymity, the source said that as a result of the […]
Queens mogul 50 Cent has reached a settlement today (June 5) in his multi-million dollar lawsuit against an engineering company over incorrect mansion repair estimates. 50, real Curtis Jackson, enlisted BVH Integrated Services to conduct a thorough home inspection in 2003, prior to his purchase of former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson’s 48,000 square foot, […]
Hours before the LA Lakers would go on to claim victory over the Orlando Magic in game one of the 2009 NBA Finals, Lil’ Wayne made it very clear who he was rooting for. The Multi-platinum rapper and ESPN.com blogger released a new song on Wednesday night (June 3) simply titled “Kobe Bryant.” […]
Brooklyn rapper Necro was fined $3000 for an altercation in Australia which ended with a man suffering a fractured cheekbone. Necro, real name Ron Raphael Braunstein, was in the country as part of his current international tour. While waiting outside of a café in the city of Perth, the rapper was accosted by […]
Rapper/producer Don P has enlisted the support of Polow Da Don in crafting his first major release as a solo artist. The Trillville front man revealed to AllHipHop.com exclusively that he is joining Polow’s Zone 4, Inc. imprint and prepping the release of his debut album, Global Warning. Between the 2004 release of […]
Early 90s superstar Hammer is looking to bring his legacy to a new generation of fans with a retrospective mixtape entitled Hammertime. The tape features Mick Boogie mixing new Hammer tracks with the original samples of his biggest hits, such as Rick James’ “Superfreak” and The Chi-Lites’ “Have You Seen Her.” Instead of […]
While this year’s VH1 Hip Hop Honors ceremony will mark six years since VH1 started the annual tradition of celebrating the best in Hip-Hop culture, it will mark two firsts as well. VH1 has announced that this year’s award ceremony, to be held on Tuesday, October 12, will pay homage to Def Jam Records […]
Jersey lyricist Joe Budden is striking back at his critics over the fallout of his recent lyrical critique of former Def Jam colleague Method Man. Last month, Budden drew the ire of veterans Busta Rhymes, Redman, Melle Mel, and Method Man after ridiculing the placement of the latter two above him on Vibe’s Greatest […]
