Those attending this weekend’s AllHipHop.com Social Lounge are in for more than just mind stimulating discussion.   The event, presented in conjunction with Hot 97 and the New Jersey Performing Arts Center, will also include a performance by Blitz The Ambassador, whose unique take on Hip-Hop has been heralded for its use of live instrumentation. […]

New Orleans rapper Chopper aka Young City is currently working on a new reality show and album.   According to the rapper, a new reality series in the works titled “Life After Da Band,” in addition to a new album titled Risky Business.   Chopper told AllHipHop.com that the new reality show will focus on […]

Busta Rhymes was ordered to pay $75,000 to a man that accused the rap star of assaulting him after an attack in 2003.   Alex Duncan claimed Busta Rhymes, born Trevor Nelson and an unnamed bodyguard sprayed water on him, punched and beat him during a rap concert at SUNY Albany.   According to the […]

Rapper 50 Cent continues to poke fun at rap veteran Fat Joe and his latest album J.O.S.E. 2, which was released to stores on October 6.   50 Cent issued a statement that contained Fat Joe’s album sales for the week, which totaled 8,343 copies.   “A bad man kicks you while you’re down,” 50 […]

Wyclef Jean has revealed details surrounding an upcoming EP with DJ Drama titled From The Hut To The Projects To The Mansion.   The rapper/singer’s new album features a number of high profile appearances from artists like Cyndi Lauper, Eve, Lil Kim, Timbaland and others.   On the album, Wyclef takes on the persona of […]

12 years after the infamous ear-biting incident, former heavyweight champions Mike Tyson and Evander Holyfield will meet face to face for the first time live on Oprah.   The meeting is the result of the mass outpouring of support for Tyson following his emotional first interview with Oprah on Monday (October 12). In that piece, […]

Legal challenges have forced Atlanta rapper Gucci Mane to drop a highly anticipated performance at Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University (FAMU) next weekend.   The controversial rapper was slated to headline the “Gucci Mane and Friends” concert, during FAMU’s homecoming on October 24.   According to sources, Gucci Mane was not allowed to travel to […]

On Saturday, October 17, Detroit’s Hip-Hop community will come together to celebrate, honor and support one of their own.   Artists including Royce Da 5’9, Slum Village and Trick Trick are set to perform at the legendary St. Andrews Hall in a benefit concert billed the “F*ckin ‘Get Better Bro’ Benefit.”   Proceeds for the […]

Fresh off the success of the Slaughterhouse debut album, West Coast lyricist Crooked I will release his own group Horse Shoe G.A.N.G. (Grind And Never Give Up) next month.   The ensemble is unique in that it consists of Crooked’s 4 younger brothers: Demtrius Capone, Julius Luciano, Kenny Siegel, and Andrew “Dice” Deniro.   Crooked […]

Fans of Jay-Z and Eminem fans will have the option of picking up a special Renegade version of the game when Activision’s newest music-play simulation game DJ Hero hits stores.   The special edition will include the standard game, a premium Renegade turntable controller and a hard shell turntable carrying case that converts into a […]

For the third consecutive year, actor/comedian Tracy Morgan served as the host of the sixth annual VH1 Hip-Hop Honors, which aired last night. The annual celebration was held at the Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM) Howard Gilman Opera House in Brooklyn, New York last month. This year’s highly anticipated show celebrated the 25th anniversary of […]

50 Cent’s official return to music will highlight more than the rapper’s way on the mic.   AllHipHop.com has learned a new documentary on the late Jam Master Jay will be included with the rapper’s highly-anticipated album and accompanying DVD, both titled Before I Self Destruct.   The second DVD, titled Two Turntables and A […]

New Orleans, Louisiana rapper Juvenile has announced the release of Cocky and Confident, his first studio album in over three years. The album is the rapper’s follow up to his album Reality Check, which landed at #1 on Billboard’s Top 200 chart when the album was released in March of 2006.  Juvenile will release the […]

This year’s AllHipHop.com Social Lounge will provide the setting for a diverse roster of viewpoints as rappers and activist gather for a night of discussion. The sixth annual event, which takes place at 7:30 pm Saturday (Oct. 17) at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) on One Center Street, Newark, NJ, will feature panelists […]

One of Hip-Hop’s biggest rivalries has ended in a business relationship, as Sean “Diddy” Combs and producer Dr. Dre have partnered for a new line of headphones. Combs revealed to AllHipHop.com that a new line of high quality ‘Diddy Beats’ ear buds will be in stores next year. “We designed some ear buds called Diddy […]

Hip-Hop pioneer Eric B. launched a new morning show yesteeday (October 12) on AllHipHop.com’s Internet radio station, Explicit Content. Eric B. and Friends launched on Explicit Content, AllHipHop.com’s uncensored 24-hour streaming radio station, and airs daily from 9am to 1 PM. The show features Eric B. and Friends, as well as special guests discussing relevant […]

TV legend and social critic Bill Cosby has announced a new album aimed at bringing socially conscious lyrics to the forefront of Hip-Hop.   The new project is titled “Bill Cosby Presents the Cosnarati: State of Emergency,” and will be available directly though Cosby’s social media network site www.billcosby.com.   Cosby, a veteran of several […]

New York rapper J.R. Writer was shot last night (October 11) in the Bronx, according to reports. While details are still sketchy, sources stated that the Dipset affiliate was shot in the leg, although this has not been confirmed. The rapper did confirmed he was at least injured during the shooting via his Twitter page. […]

Baton Rogue, Louisiana rapper Lil Boosie spoke to AllHipHop.com about his upcoming 10 month jail sentence for gun and marijuana possession charges. Lil Boosie, born Torrence Hatch, was arrested in October of 200b8, after police found gun, a bag of marijuana and a cigar loaded with marijuana. Boosie, who recently released his album Superbad: The […]

Reformed Gangsta rapper Master P. will give back to those less fortunate this holiday season by launching a new partnership with OneMillionGifts.org.  Master P. will donate money and time to help feed and cloth at least 1 million people throughout the world.  OneMillionGifts.org helps children and parents who lack education or shelter and those children […]