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Atlanta Exec Block Signs Kris Kelli, Rappers 48 Slim & Chip; Executive Producing New Ice Cube Movie

By: Grouchy Greg Watkins (@GrouchyGreg) Updated Dec 15, 2012 at 6:20pmCategory: MOBILE

(AllHipHop News) Atlanta-based entrepreneur Russell “Block” Spencer is gearing up for a busy 2013, with the signing of several new artists to his Block Entertainment imprint, as well as television and film projects. Block recently inked three new artists to his Block Entertainment imprint: Jamaican singer Kris Kelli, rapper 48 Slim and 18-year-old rapper Chip […]

EXCLUSIVE: 40 Glocc Responds To Game On New Track “The Full Edit”

By: Grouchy Greg Watkins (@GrouchyGreg) Updated Dec 15, 2012 at 10:02amCategory: Headlines

40 GLOCC JUST DISSED GAME ON A BRAND NEW TRACK!! CHECK IT OUT!!

“Yelling To The Sky” Brings Black Thought, Zoe Kravitz, Gabourey Sidibe of “Precious” to NYC’s Big Screen

By: seandrasims Updated Dec 14, 2012 at 3:35pmCategory: Headlines

NEW FILM “YELLING TO THE SKY” FEATURES BLACK THOUGHT, ZOE KRAVITZ, GABBY SIBIDE OF “PRECIOUS” AND MORE

South By South Bronx Festival to Celebrate Rap’s Cultural Birthplace

By: seandrasims Updated Dec 14, 2012 at 11:58amCategory: MOBILE

(AllHipHop News) Legends and lore about The Bronx and its role in birthing Hip-Hop are the themes of this weekend’s “South By South Bronx” Music Festival. It was in New York’s Bronx borough in August 1973 where DJ Kool Herc is credited with founding the culture and musical genre known today as Hip-Hop. To that […]

Shyne Breaks Down Legal Appeals Process, Pays Respect to Max B

By: Mikey T The Movie Star Updated Dec 14, 2012 at 10:30amCategory: Headlines

NEWLY FREED SHYNE BREAKS DOWN THE “HABEAS CORPUS” ACT & HOW IT MIGHT HELP MAX B

AHH Stray News: Wale Signs With Skullcandy, Ma$e Finally Out Of Bad Boy Contract, Trinidad James Goes To Def Jam

By: Jake Crates Updated Dec 13, 2012 at 7:51pmCategory: MOBILE

(AllHipHop News) MMG and Grammy-nominated rapper Wale recently inked a deal with Skullcandy. Skullcandy signed Wale for his blends of Hip-Hop, house, funk and Go-Go, a sound that is popular in Washington D.C. A rep for Skullcandy said they are “excited to welcome such a diverse talent to our crew and to ensure that fans […]

Popular Atlanta Radio DJ and Philanthropist Frank Ski to Leave V-103FM

By: TeamDeSymber Updated Dec 13, 2012 at 4:45pmCategory: MOBILE

(AllHipHop News) A surprising shake up happened in Atlanta radio today (December 13) when radio personality and local celebrity, Frank Ski, announced the end of his “Frank and Wanda Morning Show”, which aired daily on urban station, V-103FM for the past 14 years. The tearful announcement, made as a read written statement, prompted supportive calls from […]

Snoop Lion Drops “Lighters Up” In Anticipation Of New Album “Reincarnated”

By: Grouchy Greg Watkins (@GrouchyGreg) Updated Dec 13, 2012 at 3:01pmCategory: MOBILE

(AllHipHop News) Snoop Lion continues to build buzz for his upcoming album Reincarnated, with the release of the new single titled “Lighters Up.” Snoop released the track today (December 13), which features Mavado and Popcaan. “Lighters Up,” which was produced by Dre Skull and Major Lazer, is slated to be released for sale on iTunes […]

Hip-Hop Producer Just Blaze, EDM Producer Baauer Launch Tour

By: Grouchy Greg Watkins (@GrouchyGreg) Updated Dec 13, 2012 at 2:15pmCategory: MOBILE

(AllHipHop News) Hip-Hop producer Just Blaze and Electronic Dance Music producer Baauer are teaming up to bend genres on a new tour. The pair announced the “Big League Tour,” which will co-mingle rap and electronic music, in a nod to the roots of both genres. The 16-date outing will kick off on January 25, in […]

Business Moguls Team To Form New Entertainment Company, HAND Entertainment

By: Grouchy Greg Watkins (@GrouchyGreg) Updated Dec 13, 2012 at 1:55pmCategory: MOBILE

(AllHipHop News) A trio a powerful executives from different industries are teaming together to create a new entertainment company, named HAND Entertainment. HAND, which stands for “Have A Nice Day,” is being headed up by sports/entertainment manager Glenn Toby and partner John Rice, Vice President/Chairman of General Electric. The executive team is rounded out by […]

EXCLUSIVE: Damon Dash Expands Vision For Art Galleries To South Carolina, Hong Kong

By: Grouchy Greg Watkins (@GrouchyGreg) Updated Dec 13, 2012 at 10:30amCategory: Headlines

DAMON DASH ANNOUNCES PLANS TO TAKE HIS VISION FOR ART TO SOUTH CAROLINA AND HONG KONG!

Super Producer Dr. Dre Heads To Ireland, Reportedly For Tax Shelter

By: Grouchy Greg Watkins (@GrouchyGreg) Updated Dec 13, 2012 at 9:13amCategory: Headlines

DR. DRE SAYS TO HELL WITH THE FISCAL CLIFF AND U.S. TAX RATES; TAKES COMPANIES TO IRELAND!!

Rick Ross Renews With Diddy’s Ciroc Vodka

By: Grouchy Greg Watkins (@GrouchyGreg) Updated Dec 12, 2012 at 11:40pmCategory: MOBILE

(AllHipHop News) Miami Hip-Hop star Rick Ross will close the year on a high note, with a new business deal with Sean “Diddy” Combs’ Ciroc Vodka. Rick Ross has renewed his deal with Ciroc, which will see the rapper continue his role as an ambassador for the brand. “My 2013 resolution is to have continued […]

Russell Simmons Announces Hip-Hop Inaugural Ball II In Washington, D.C.

By: Grouchy Greg Watkins (@GrouchyGreg) Updated Dec 12, 2012 at 5:49pmCategory: MOBILE

(AllHipHop News) Russell Simmons and his Hip-Hop Summit Action Network will present the Hip Hop Inaugural Ball II, to celebrate the Hip-Hop community’s role in helping President Barack Obama become reelected as President of United States. The charity gala will take place on January 20, at the Harman Center for the Arts, in Washington DC. […]

Rapper Trinidad Jame$ Talks Trinidad and Tobago, New Mixtape “Don’t Be S.A.F.E.”

By: Mikey T The Movie Star Updated Dec 12, 2012 at 1:00pmCategory: Headlines

“ALL GOLD EVERYTHING’S” TRINIDAD JAME$ TALKS HIS ISLAND HOMELAND AND NEW MUSIC

T.I. Plays Santa For Children At DMC’s Children’s Hospital

By: Grouchy Greg Watkins (@GrouchyGreg) Updated Dec 12, 2012 at 11:33amCategory: MOBILE

(AllHipHop News) Atlanta rap star T.I. made an appearance at the DMC Children’s Hospital of Michigan Specialty Center in Detroit, Michigan, where he spread some holiday cheer for children. The rapper teamed with Detroit Lions’ Ndamukong Suh and 107.5 personality Big Greg, as part of 107.5 FM’s Hot Toy Box initiative to provide toys and […]

Pittsburgh Celebrates “Wiz Khalifa Day” Today

By: Grouchy Greg Watkins (@GrouchyGreg) Updated Dec 12, 2012 at 9:46amCategory: MOBILE

(AllHipHop News) The city of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania is celebrating one of their own today (December 12), as today is Wiz Khalifa day in the city. Yesterday, The Pittsburgh city Council declared today “Wiz Khalifa Day” in honor of the rap stars success. The city offered the proclamation yesterday, where Wiz accepted willingly. “It means a […]

Chicago Police Investigating Threats Against Rick Ross

By: Grouchy Greg Watkins (@GrouchyGreg) Updated Dec 12, 2012 at 4:25amCategory: MOBILE

(AllHipHop News) Chicago police are investigating threats against Hip-Hop star Rick Ross. TMZ.com reports that the Chicago Police Department opened an investigation into threats made against the rapper by the gangster disciples. Although Rick Ross brushed off the threats in a recent interview, the Chicago Police Department appear to be taking the threats very serious. […]