Legendary rap duo EPMD will hit the stage for a worthwhile cause at this year’s Black August benefit concert.   The 11th annual event, which will take place at 7 p.m. Aug. 31 at the Nokia Theater in New York City, is geared toward assisting and supporting political prisoners.   The Black August movement originated […]

Rapper Bushwick Bill, a member of the controversial, legendary Southern rap group The Geto Boys, is set to release his sixth solo album, with an unexpected twist.   Testimony of Redemption, which Bushwick hopes to release later this year, will be his first foray into Gospel Rap.   The new album is mostly autobiographical and […]

Missy Elliott’s joyous 37th birthday party at the NYC Marquee nightclub was interrupted by a wild brawl involving former Making the Band choreographer Laurie Ann Gibson and makeup artist Deborah Padilla.   The problems began when a waitress, seeking to get close to MC Busta Rhymes, allegedly shoved Gibson   “The waitress got into it […]

A Michigan man filed a lawsuit against rapper Eminem on Thursday (Jul 3), seeking $25,000 in damages, the Detroit News reports.   Miad Jarbou’s assault and battery suit stems from an encounter with Em nearly two years ago in a Detroit strip club.   The plaintiff claims that on July 13, 2006, he and a […]

Over the past few months, teen sensation Soulja Boy had been embroiled in verbal spats with veteran MC’s the GZA and Ice-T.   However, the young rapper found unlikely support in two superstars: 50 Cent and Kanye West.   “Basically comments were made (by Ice-T) and I had to defend myself,” Soulja Boy explained to […]

Legendary collective Rock Steady Crew (RSC) will celebrate 31 years of preserving Hip-Hop culture during its annual anniversary celebration.   The four-day event will kick off with the celebrity benefit basketball challenge and Against The Grain Concrete B-boy/B-girl battle on July 24 at The Cage in New York City.   The day will also feature […]

This year’s Fourth of July celebration will include a bit of revolution, courtesy of a new video from Atlanta rapper Killer Mike.   The clip, titled “Pressure,“ debuts today (July 4) and features West Coast rap icon Ice Cube.   The video for the politically-charged track will offer an honest and discouraging view on the […]

Master P and Romeo are out to prove their clothing line’s motto as “The Great American Brand,” by making P. Miller Designs accessible to more families.   The affordable clothing line aimed at teens and young adults will now be available at Wal-Mart stores nationwide, becoming the discount chain’s first African-American Hip-Hop supplier.   Hoping […]

Superstar Kanye West teamed with Absolut Vodka to release a comical video yesterday (July 2) entitled “Be Kanye.”   The lighthearted, 1 minute commercial is an advertisement shot in retro 80’s format complete with loud colors and cheesy sound effects.   In the commercial, Kanye hawks a fictional product named “Be Kanye.”   The dissolvable […]

Nearly ten years since the release of their groundbreaking documentary American Pimp, the Hughes Brothers have signed on to work on a new drama based on the lifestyle they surveyed and brought to the mainstream.   Albert and Allen Hughes will direct the pilot of HBO’s new Gentlemen of Leisure, the story of a legendary […]

Rapper BG is paving the way to provide more exposure for his New Orleans-based group, the Chopper City Boyz, with a forthcoming compilation album.   In addition to featuring the former Cash Money Records rapper, the release, titled Life In The Concrete Jungle, will include appearances from the Chopper City Boyz as well as Lady […]

In the midst of continued violence between Israeli and Palestinian forces, the Palestinian Campaign for the Academic and Cultural Boycott of Israel (PACBI) has released a statement condemning Snoop Dogg’s scheduled September 18 performance in the Jewish state.   The group, which mantra calls for a “comprehensive economic, cultural, and academic boycott of Israel,” has […]

On the eve of the release of his highly anticipated and controversial tenth album, Queensbridge rapper Nas has inked a one-of-a-kind partnership with Fila.   The Italian sportswear brand has chosen Nas to represent it’s new Fila Italia Footwear Collection, serving as the new line’s “sole ambassador.”   As part of their new deal, Fila […]

Rapper DMX was arrested today (July 2) as he exited an airplane in Arizona, as he was returning home from a trip from Miami, Florida, where he was also arrested – twice.   According to TMZ.com, the rapper was arrested over two outstanding warrants in Phoenix, Arizona.   Reports suggested that the rapper violated the […]

Young Jeezy has clarified his political views, after he expressed support for John McCain, after meeting the presidential hopeful during a May performance on Saturday Night Live, with crooner Usher.   The rapper, who graces the cover of the August issue of Vibe for the first time, seemed to support the Republican Party’s candidate for […]

A class-action lawsuit against Jay-Z and his 40/40 Club has been approved by a New York City judge.   The New York Post reports that the plaintiff, former employee Celeste Williams, is claiming the club did not pay minimum wage or compensate for overtime hours.   Due to this allegation the courts have ordered 40/40 […]

After nearly a year of public discontent being expressed from Wu Tang members such as U-God and Raekwon, the RZA has decided to clarify his position in these disputes.   Often accused of keeping the fortunes of the Wu Tang empire to himself, the RZA dismisses these claims as lacking substance and merit.   “It’s […]

MTV has announced the renewal of the popular reality series Run’s House.   Now in its fifth season, the show will continue to chronicle the lives of the Simmons family.   New episodes will feature Run joining Kid Rock on tour and Run’s wife Justine adjusting to a new addition in baby Miley.   “I’ve […]

Atlanta rap star Soulja Boy Tell’em is elevating his success with a newly signed sneaker and apparel contract with Collipark Music/Interscope Records and Yums Shoes.   Under the multi-year agreement, Soulja Boy Tell’em will work with Yums’ designers to create his own signature shoe with Yums’ Block Star line of sneakers, which feature graffiti art […]

Lil Wayne has partnered with Milestone Brands and French grower Voirin-Jumeh, to create his own brand of champagne.   Halo Champagne, which Wayne introduced to the world in the video for his chart topping hit “Lollipop,” is set to launch later this year.   “I’m excited about this venture with Milestone Brands,” Lil Wayne told […]