Adisa Banjoko, a pioneering journalist from the Bay, has taken his skills as a scribe and applied it to his first published book, "Lyrical Swords Vol. 1: Hip Hop and Politics in the Mix.” Incidentally, the book will be released on Election Day November 2. The book is an anthology of essays and interviews with […]
Although Silkk The Shocker wasn’t in the limelight for the past few years, that doesn’t mean the younger brother of Master P. wasn’t receiving any attention. In fact, The No Limit Solider plans to return to Hip-Hop’s consciousness this fall with not only a new album, but also with a television pilot in place. “I […]
Outkast’s Andre “Andre 3000” Benjamin appeared at the Democratic National Convention and the Republican National Convention to conduct interviews for an upcoming documentary. The untitled project is being made for HBO and focuses on the rapper’s change from musician to voter registration activist. Benjamin interviewed John Kerry’s daughters and on Tuesday, he interviewed current President […]
Geto Boys member Willie D. said that a new, untitled album by the group was recently finished. The new album features all three original group members and will be released before the end of the year. "You know, I can’t let the cat out the bag, but the one thing I can say is that […]
The stakes for a rap battle are getting higher and higher. With $11,000 on the table Sam Scarfo of Gorilla Pimp/IBCent defeated 40 Cal of Skeme Team/Dip Set at Fight Klub in New York last week. The place, an undisclosed spot in Manhattan, was full of celebrities like video director Lil X, Craig Mack, Bill […]
The first annual Vancouver International Hip-Hop Film Festival kicks off today (September 1st) and will run until September 5th. The VIHF will showcase some of the best Hip-Hop films available, including the legendary movie “Wildstyle,” whose director Charlie Ahearn will present a slide show. Tonight’s first event takes place tonight with performances by rising rappers […]
Onyx group member Fredro Starr is in the process of producing a movie based on the life story of his mentor Jam Master Jay, the late DJ for Run-DMC. The script is being written with a cousin of Jay’s and according to Starr, Derek Luke, Mekhi Phifer, Will Smith and Queen Latifah have expressed interest […]
Lyrical lexicon Chino XL has been acting as of late, but the emcee is reportedly working with King Tech of the Wake Up Show on a track to support the Democratic ticket. “Wake Up” features Chino with Mary J. Blige, Jadakiss, Nate Dogg, Missy Elliott, Eve, Wyclef and Fabolus, all who are encouraging the public […]
Ras Baraka, Deputy Mayor of Newark, New Jersey, has teamed with various Hip-Hop artists and producers to create Hip-Hop For The P.E.O.P.L.E. (Providing Education Opportunity, Prosperity and Life Eternally), a new national community service program. The program will use the power of Hip-Hop to promote violence prevention, gang awareness and education. The organization says it […]
Jay-Z and Outkast dominated MTV’s Video Music Awards last night (August 29), with the rap artists taking home four Moon Men, the name of the trophy given to winners at the annual awards ceremony. Jay-Z’s video "99 Problems" took honors for Best Rap Video, Best Editing, Best Cinematography and Best Direction. Outkast’s “Hey Ya” won […]
The New York Police Department will reportedly disband their anti-graffiti unit, a division that has been active in the city since the ‘80s, according to a report released last week. Members of the NYPD, however, fear that the move will prompt an increase in vandalism due to their time being transplanted elsewhere. “Graffiti is already […]
Fat Joe will appear in a commercial targeting young Latinos, hoping to get them to polls for this years election.The national campaign is spearheaded by actress Rosario Dawson and Phil Colon, who together founded Voto Latino.The commercials also feature Nina Sky and Benjamin Bratt, will be in both English and Spanish.According ro reports, only 8 […]
If Dame Dash is the George Steinbrenner of hip-hop—acquiring star rappers (N.O.R.E., Twista) from other labels just as the Yankees owner acquires star players (A-Rod, Gary Sheffield) from other rosters—perhaps Peedi Crakk is his Derek Jeter, a homegrown talent who can lead a team of transient All-Stars through its next era of success. Just don’t […]
Ja Rule was hit with a lawsuit by the owner of a mansion in the plush Star Island section of Miami, Florida. According to a lawsuit filed yesterday (August 26), Jeanette Varela said the rapper hosted a party for 600 people and damaged the home. The lawsuit also named The Inc., Universal Studios and MTV, […]
LL Cool J will enter the arena of fashion with a new upscale clothing line called James Todd Smith, his real name. “I am going to do upscale, sexy clothing and create jobs for the community,” LL told AllHipHop.com. “Every time I go around I hear ‘yo I need a job.’ They will have to […]
Playboy is releasing a new uncensored DVD featuring Snoop Dogg and Ken “Buckwild” Francis, the host of Playboy’s TV show “Buckwild.” “Snoop Dogg’s Buckwild Bus Tour” features on-stage performances, exclusive Snoop Dogg music videos, wild moments on the tour bus, backstage and private after parties featuring Snoop’s entourage and ten “Buckwild Girls.” “When you take […]
Gerard Spinks’ self-published book "How To Be Rich, N**ga," was released to stores today. Spinks, cousin of boxing champs Michael, Leon Spinks and Cory Spinks, said he made millions of dollars as the owner of a technology consulting business, Spinks Technologies, based in Atlanta, Georgia. Spinks said "How To Be Rich," is a “ghetto survival […]
North Carolina Hip-Hop group Little Brother has officially inked a long term exclusive recording contract with Atlantic Records, via a production deal with ABB Records. Little Brother, which consists of group members Phonte, Big Pooh and 9th Wonder, signed with ABB in 2002. In 2003 the label dropped their critically acclaimed full length debut, The […]
The MOBO’s (Music of Black Origin) have announced that Pharrell Williams will host this year’s awards in the Royal Albert Hall, London. The Neptunes producer will be the fourth American presenter to host the ceremony, which in the UK’s equivalent of the Grammy Awards for urban music. Previous guest hosts have included LL Cool J, […]
The Hip-Hop Summit Action Network announced today (August 25) that they were canceling a protest of the Rockefeller Drug Laws in New York, scheduled to coincide with the Republican National Convention. “As we began negotiations with the New York City Police Department for an August 30 permit to march and rally on the first day […]
