Philly Rapper Wanted On Drug Charges

Another Philadelphia, Pennsylvania rapper is being sought by authorities, for alleging supplying a major drug ring in Maryland.Richard “Filthy Rich” Harris, who has recorded with fellow Philly rapper, Ms, Jade, is suspected of supplying the drugs in large amounts, which were distributed in Maryland, Delaware and Pennsylvania.The investigation started last year, when Randall Nichols, 21, […]

Skinny Pimp Teams With Former NFL Player

Memphis, Tennessee rapper Kingpin Skinny Pimp is preparing to release his latest album, Tha Classic.The album is being released on Onlock Records/Grandstand Entertainment.Onlock Records is headed by former New Orleans Saints professional football player Jamie “JD” Drummond, while Grandstand is the creation of Ken Levy, former VP of Creative Services at Arista for 17 years.”I’m […]

Twista Rocks NYC, Earns Roc-A-Fella Chain

Dame Dash made a surprise appearance at New York club S.O.B.’s during a performance by Chicago native Twista.Dash bestowed upon the rapper a platinum and diamond Roc-A-Fella Records necklace.The performance took place last night (January 21) as part of AllHipHop.com and S.O.B.’s ongoing “Plain Rap” concert series.While the chain giving is a symbolic gesture that […]

FBI Coming To Local Record Stores

In an effort to deter music piracy, the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) has struck a deal with the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI).The music industry was granted permission to use the FBI logo in CD packaging, warning against unauthorized copying of music.Individual labels are at liberty as to where the logo should be […]

Cristal Shortage Plagues Houston

Cristal drinking rappers and revelers headed to the Superbowl festivities in Houston, Texas may be without their favorite drink.The city is experiencing a shortage of the champagne, due to the number of rappers and athletes planning events during the weekend.By yesterday afternoon (January 21), local liquor retailers had sold out of the drink, which runs […]

Mos Def To Showcase Jazz Influences

Mos Def will give a series of rare Jazz performances at the legendary Blue Note New York restaurant, as part of the “Another Side Series.”The performances, produced by Jill Newman, will take place February 13-15.R&B singers Bilal, Donnie and Nas’ father, accomplished trumpeter Olu Dara, have all been featured in past shows.Mos Def will explore […]