Busta Rhymes, GZA, Knux Added To Rock The Bells
Organizers for The Rock The Bells 2009 Festival Series announced today that Busta Rhymes, The GZA and The Knux have been added to the roster of major Hip-Hop artists taking part in this years touring concert. In addition to Busta, GZA and The Knux, this years Rock The Bells Festival will be hosted by […]

Thousands Disappointed After Fabolous Misses Harvard Show
Brooklyn rapper Fabolous left thousands of fans at Harvard University disappointed this past Saturday (April 25), by missing a scheduled performance at the Eleganza Fashion Show fundraiser. The rapper was supposed to take to the stage around 9:00 PM for the fundraiser, but missed the show due to a prior engagement at Brown University. […]

DMX Rep Denies ‘Rehab’ Reports; Prison Release Postponed
A representative for imprisoned Hip-Hop star DMX has shot down reports that he will be starring in the upcoming season of Celebrity Rehab with Dr Drew. Reports hit the Internet that DMX, born Earl Simmons, would be starring in the third season of the series with addiction specialist Dr. Drew Pinksy. Several media […]

Ras Kass Secures May Release Date From Prison
After nearly 2 years of incarceration, West Coast lyricist Ras Kass is set to be released from jail late next month. Frequent producer/collaborator Domingo told AllHipHop.com that Ras Kass is scheduled to be freed on May 29. The rapper, real name John Austin IV, was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol […]

DMX Joins the Cast of Celebrity Rehab
Rapper/actor DMX is taking a new path to overcoming his vices with a stint on the VH1 reality show Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew. The hit series, which will enter its third season, follows a group of celebrities as they struggle to move forward from drug and alcohol addictions by entering a treatment program […]

EXCLUSIVE: Teddy Riley Announces Guy, Blackstreet Reunions
Veteran R&B/Hip-Hop producer Teddy Riley revealed that two of his most enduring groups – Guy and Blackstreet – are reuniting and preparing new material for release. Riley made the announcement today (April 25) with certain original group members present, during Tony Neals 5th Annual Core DJ Retreat in Atlanta, Georgia. Group members Teddy […]

De La Soul Celebrates 20 Years With International Tour
Pioneering Hip-Hop collective De La Soul will tour Australia starting April 26 in celebration of their 20th anniversary. De La will be joined by popular DJ Cut Chemist on the tour, which will see the grew run through their deep catalog, backed by an 10-piece band. The group will perform 10-dates while touring […]

Eminem Launches Fictional Drug Rehabilitation Site
To accompany his new album Relapse, Eminem has created a unique viral website titled Popsomp Hills, a fictional rehabilitation clinic which makes patients worse after treatment. At www.PopsompHills.com, visitors are greeted by a quote from Ralph Nader on addiction treatment and links to a consultation number and email address. Once digging deeper, unsuspecting […]

Pharrell Gets Tattoos Removed
Pharrell Williams, the lead singer of N.E.R.D., is no longer enamored with his tattoos and the artist has started to have his body art removed. The rapper recently underwent laser surgery to have the tattoos burned out if his skin. Pharrell recently posted a picture of his bandaged arms after the surgery took place. “Laser […]

Xzibit Faces Foreclosure; Snoop Hit With $284k Tax Lien
The economic crisis continues to affect various entertainers, as rapper Xzibit is the latest celebrity whose home is facing foreclosure. According to TMZ.com, the West coast rapper owes over $21,000 in back mortgage payments, with foreclosure on his Woodland Hills, California home looming on the horizon. Last week it was revealed that Xzbit […]

Pitbull Wins Inaugural Billboard Latin Download Award
Miami rapper Pitbull was honored on Thursday (April 23) night by Billboard in winning the first ever Latin Digital Download Artist of the Year. The title was presented at the annual Latin Music Awards, and awarded based on Pitbulls breakout, Lil Jon-assisted single Krazy. Having beat out fellow nominees Aventura, Enrique Iglesias, and […]

Pleasure P, NFL;s Bryant McKinnie Launch Swagga Ent.
Former Pretty Ricky vocalist Pleasure P is looking beyond his success as an entertainer with the launch of his new record label, Swagga Entertainment. A joint venture between star Minnesota Vikings player Bryant McKinnie and Pleasure P, Swagga Entertainment is described as a multi-faceted, full service record label that promotes all genres of music […]

Eminem Talks Lil Wayne, Hip-Hops Future
With his highly anticipated Relapse album less than a month away, Detroit superstar Eminem is continuing to open up about his feelings on todays top stars and the direction of Hip-Hop culture. For the past year, Lil Wayne has pleaded in the media for Eminem to end his sabbatical with a all-star, joint collaboration. […]

Paris, Talib Kweli, Headline 45-Date ‘Hard Truth Soldiers Tour’
San Francisco rapper/activist Paris has announced the 45-city 2009 Hard Truth Soldiers Tour, which will feature a number of todays most socially active Hip-Hop artists. Rappers Paris, Talib Kweli, Immortal Technique, Pete Rock, Planet Asia, Kam, NYOil, Jasiri X, Uno the Prophet, Sellassie, T-K.A.S.H. and a number of others will hit the road on […]

Anthony Anderson Lands TV Show On Golf Channel
Comedian/Actor Anthony Anderson has been tapped by the Golf Channel to host a new magazine-style program focusing on the lives of golf players across the country. The new show, Golf in America, will debut on June 23 and has been picked up by the network for 10 episodes, reports entertainment business magazine Variety. […]

DJ Vlad Appointed Executive VP of SRC Records/Loud.com
SRC Records CEO Steve Rifkind has confirmed the placement of DJ Vlad as the companys new Executive Vice President. With the new position, Vlad will oversee the development and execution of media strategies for improving Loud.com. Already experienced in website development through his own popular site VladTV.com, Vlad has plans to transform Loud.com […]

Rick Ross To Top Billboard Chart With ‘Deeper Than Rap’
Carol City, Florida rapper Rick Ross’ third album Deeper Than Rap, will top the Billboard Top 200 Album chart next week. Despite leaks, bootleggers and a major feud with 50 Cent, Deeper Than Rap is on pace to move over 150,000 copies during its first week in stores. According to Billboard, Asher Roth’s […]

Lil Boosie Arrested For Assault
Rapper Lil Boosie is in trouble with the law again, this time over an alleged assault that took place at his house last week. According to local TV station WAFB, Baton Rouge, Louisiana Sheriff officers arrested Lil Boosie on Wednesday (April 22) and charged him with 2nd degree battery. Police say an unidentified […]

Rick Ross Challenges Eminem, Says He Defeated 50 Cent
Rick Ross has lyrically challenged Eminem to a rap battle, a brazen move for the Miami-based artist. Ross feels that he has defeated 50 Cent, a close Eminem affiliate, and now says hes ready for the Shady Records founder. “I think he’s a bigger and better artist than what Curly is,” Ross told MTV News. […]

EXCLUSIVE: Asher Roth Hits #1, Addresses Altercation Reports
Two days after the release of his debut album Asleep in the Bread Aisle, SRC/Universal Recording artist Asher Roth has reached another career milestone. The Morrisville, Pennsylvania born rapper received news today (April 22) that the albums lead single, I Love College has officially been certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America. The […]