Determined to never make himself a victim of label drama, Fort Meyers, FL rapper Plies is taking charge with a forthcoming album and his record label, Big Gates Records.The company, which Plies co-owns with his brother, represents another chapter for the lyricist. He plans on releasing a string of artists on the label, but not […]
To The Fallen Records, a new veteran owned record label recently launched, with the purpose of showcasing recordings by military artists stationed all over the world. The first release from the label is To The Fallen – Volume I, a Hip-Hop compilation that features 14 tracks from active, guard, reserve and veteran service members from […]
Legendary West coast tattoo artist Mister Cartoon is preparing to release a new graphic novel titled The Lost Angel. Mister Cartoon, who is celebrated for his unique tattooing style, has inked rappers and celebrities like Eminem, Xzibit, Dr. Dre, Busta Rhymes, 50 Cent, Beyonce, and others. The 112-page graphic novel is drawn in Mister Cartoon’s […]
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Sean "Diddy" Combs and Forever First Enterprises will host a star-studded affair at the Ice House Lounge in Las Vegas this Saturday night (Feb. 17).In addition to the weekend’s festivities, the Ice House Lounge will also unveil their new two-story, all-glass party room, built specially for All-star Weekend. The newly erected structure will make the […]
Mobile, AL rapper Rich Boy is shooting the second video from his upcoming self titled debut next week in Alabama. The 23-year-old rapper, who is currently riding the charts based off the success of his No. 1 single “Throw Some D’s,” will shoot the video for “Boy Looka Here” on Feb. 19, during Mobile’s Mardi […]
Queens, NY rapper Nas has signed a deal with 310 Global Brands to release his own signature line of footwear, Disciple Footwear Collection by 310. According to Nas, the line “celebrates our diversity, our roots, our history.” Under the terms of the agreement, 310 Global Brands will market and distribute Nas’ footwear collection. “310 is […]
Students at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) voiced their displeasure today (Feb. 13), when school officials announced that an upcoming concert featuring rappers Busta Rhymes and Jim Jones was canceled, after school officials viewed a Maryland State Police intelligence report. UMES spokeswoman Suzanne Street said students were notified in a meeting in the […]
The Core DJ’s announced today (Feb. 13) that their 6th DJ Retreat will take place Mar. 15-18 in Miami, FL.The retreat, which takes place twice a year, provides complimentary advance registration to over 300 of the countries most influential DJ’s, who seek to network, attend various listening sessions, meet & greets, label showcases and discover […]
Houston, TX rapper Paul Wall will tour the Persian Gulf region on a United Service Organization (USO) tour performing for United States armed service members. Paul Wall will be joined by rapper/comedian Jamie Kennedy and Stu Stone, comedian Bill Dawes, DJ Joey Nicks and breakdancer Casper. Paul Wall, who releases his sophomore album Get Money […]
G-Unit’s Sha Money XL presented the first annual One Stop Shop Producers Conference, which took place in Phoenix AZ, Feb 10-11.Producers from the United States, England, Germany and even Africa attended the two-day event, which featured a number of panels, workshops and beat battles.Seasoned veterans like DJ Premier, Hi-Tek, Alchemist, Havok, Fredwreck, No ID, and […]
Hip-Hop pioneer Fab Five Freddy will take a turn towards the dramatic, with a guest appearance on Law & Order: Criminal Intent. The former Yo! MTV Raps host will play “Fulla Smith,” a rap artist who is killed after debuting his latest song and finishing an interview at a radio station, in the episode, titled […]
Talib Kweli has released his latest music video for “More or Less,” featuring longtime colleague, producer Hi-Tek. The second single off his upcoming album Ear Drum, “More or Less” was produced and funded entirely by Kweli’s Blacksmith Records label. The video utilized green screen technology, which helped incorporate Kweli’s creative side, he said. “Of course, […]
Rapper/actor Bow Wow is exploring his entrepreneurial side by launching a new record label. Bow Wow, who hit the music industry at the tender age of five, hopes to recreate the magic that propelled him to superstar status with his first artist, 13-year-old Young Jinsu. “I’m passing the Lil Bow Wow torch to Jinsu,” Bow […]
It was a night fit for a Hip-Hop soul queen as Mary J. Blige collected three trophies Sunday (Feb. 11) during the 49th Annual Grammy Awards. The singer, who garnered eight nominations and brought the house down with an emotional performance of “Be Without You”, won the Grammy for Best R&B Album for the The […]
Queens, NY drug lord Kenneth “Supreme” McGriff was spared the death penalty yesterday for orchestrating the murder of two rivals in 2001. Jurors in a federal court in Brooklyn deliberated for two and a half hours but were split on sentencing McGriff to death. McGriff, who remained stone faced when sentenced, will be sent to […]
Legendary rapper Biz Markie will offer fans a glimpse into his past with a new Scion documentary, titled Stomping Grounds. The 22-minute film follows the rhymesayer as he journeys to his old neighborhood in Long Island and revisits places that shaped his musical destiny such as barber shops, food joints, nightclubs, sneaker shops, arcades and […]
R&B musician and producer Charles "Express Yourself" Wright will honored today (Feb. 9) for a music career that spans five decades. Wright, a lyricist noted for being the founder and leader of the Watts 103rd Street Rhythm Band, will be in good company as honorees include legendary singer/musician Stevie Wonder, former Los Angeles Mayor Tom […]
North Carolina Central University (NCCU) launched a new Hip-Hop initiative today (Feb. 9), which aims to provide opportunities to at risk males and prepare students academically as they transition into their professional careers. The new program has four components: a class called “Hip-Hop in Context” taught by 9th Wonder and Christopher “Play” Martin, a lecture […]
Voletta Wallace, mother of Christopher "Notorious B.I.G." Wallace, is expanding the slain rapper’s Brooklyn Mint clothing line with the launch of Notorious B.I.G., a full collection of mens, young mens and boys apparel. The launch of the line commemorates the 10-year anniversary of B.I.G.’s death and according to Ms. Wallace, the clothing is inspired by […]
