Vybz Kartel Arrested For Second Murder, Gun Running

(AllHipHop News) Vybz Kartel, one of Jamaica’s most popular DJs is facing yet another murder charge according to the Washington Post. Kingston police allege that the 35-year-p old DJ took part in the August slaying of a Jamaican man who used the moniker “Lizard.” Assistant Police Commissioner Ealan Powell told the Jamaican Gleaner that Kartel […]

Hi-Tek and League of Young Voters Education Fund Collaborate to Boost the Vote

(AllHipHop News) Cincinnati, Ohio, producer Hi-Tek will be taking part in the “Young Voter Live” campaign presented by the League of Young Voters Education Fund (LYVEF). Taking place at the Elementz Hip-Hop youth center in Cincinnati, the “Young Voter Live” chat is a continuation of the popular “Summer Chat Series” that tackles social topics such […]

MC Hammer Lashes Out At Police Over Occupy Oakland Arrests

(AllHipHop News) Oakland, California native MC Hammer has spoken out against the police’s treatment of protesters supporting the Occupy Wall Street movement in Oakland. According to reports, a number of demonstrators and police were involved in skirmishes near Frank Ogala Plaza at City Hall, where police fired tear gas to disperse the crowd. Over 100 […]

Documentary On Pharcyde Member J-Swift’s Drug Battle Being Released Digitally

(AllHipHop News) A documentary that chronicles the seven year battle of rapper J. Swift’s drug addiction, is being released digitally this December. The documentary “1 More Hit” will be released in December, to a number of digital distribution outlets and VOD services. The documentary focuses on J. Swift’s battle with crack cocaine, an addiction that […]