GrandWizzard Theodore Hosts 30th Annivesary Of The Scratch
Turntablist enthusiasts will be treated to all-star DJ jams over the summer, thanks to Shure Recording Needlez, Rane, Serato and Tools of War. “Turntablist Sessions” at Rufus King Park and Crotona Park will bring together three decades of legendary DJs to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the creation of “scratching.” DJ Red Alert, Grand Master […]

AHH Stray News: Man Admits Stealing From DMX Fund, Outkast Sued, Gay Hip-Hop Fest, Iceberg Slim
The former director of a New Jersey SPCA admitted in court yesterday that he stole more than $6,000 from a fund created by DMX. Robert Nesoff admitted that he wrote checks against the fund for his personal use. The $15,000 fund was originally created as a condition for DMX’s parole for animal cruelty, after officials […]

RZA Launches Wu Tang Latino
The RZA has teamed up with Ray Acosta, former VP of Musica Latina and Marketing at UBO, to launch a new label, Wu-Tang Latino. "Wu-Tang Latino is the perfect fusion between Hip-Hop and Reggaetone," Acosta, President of Wu-Tang Latino, told AllHipHop.com. "I felt it was necessary because we [as Latinos] love Hip-Hop but in the […]

George Clinton Wins Rights To Four Landmark Albums
George Clinton and his George Clinton Enterprises won a major victory last week, when a court granted Clinton complete rights and control of four influential albums, which he claimed were swindled from him. On Thursday, United States District Court Judge Manuel L. Real returned rights and control to four albums produced: Hardcore Jollies, One Nation […]

Diddy Hosts Vibe MusicFest
Sean “P. Diddy” Combs will host the opening event of the first Vibe MusicFest, one of the summer’s most highly publicized music events taking place June 10-12. Combs will grace the stage at the Georgia Dome, Friday June 10 during the festival’s opener, and will participate throughout the night’s performances. Free, co-host of BET’s “106 […]

AHH STRAY NEWS: The Game, CL Smooth, John Legend, PETA
The Game seems to be preparing part two of his offensive against 50 Cent and G-Unit. The Compton-bred rapper has stated that he’s prepping a song that will “kill mother f***ers this time around.” Via his Black Wall Street site, Game stated, “About a week and a half from hittin’ the net [is] the title […]
Brett Ratner Talks ‘X Men 3’
Director Brett Ratner has been hired to replace Matthew Vaughn as director of the anticipated third sequel in the "X-Men" film series. Vaughn dropped the project less than a week ago for personal reason. A comic book fan, Ratner appeared eager to take the helms of such a huge film. He was ironically among the […]

Young Buck To Stand Trial
On Monday, a Los Angeles judge ruled that rapper Young Buck would stand trial for an alleged stabbing during the 2004 VIBE Awards. Superior Court Judge James Dabney told the court that enough evidence was presented to warrant a jury trial. The ordeal was captured on several television cameras as VIBE prepared to present Dr. […]

Scratch Magazine Gets Jerry Barrow As Editor-In-Chief
Scratch Magazine has a new captain steering its ship. Beginning on Monday, June 6th, former AllHipHop.com contributor Jerry Lawrence Barrow will take over Editor in Chief duties at the year old magazine, ending his three year tenure at The Source Magazine. Launched in 2004, the bi-monthly Scratch (published by Harris Publications, home to XXL Magazine […]

Hip-Hop Theater Festival Celebrates 5 Year Anniversary
The Hip-Hop Theater Festival heads to New York City for one week to mark it’s 5th year anniversary, June 11th – June 18th. This year’s festival will highlight work developed from Hip-Hop artists over the past year and includes live music, theatre, dance, spoken word, various workshops and the premieres of two productions by acclaimed […]

MC Lyte Dropping Book Aimed At Teens Entitled “Just My Take”
Legendary rapper MC Lyte is preparing to release a new book aimed at inspiring readers entitled “Just My Take.” “Just My Take” includes poetry and words of inspiration from Lyte herself, words she hopes will inspire teenagers and young ladies from the ages of 14-22. “Every morning I’d wake with the anticipation of writing down […]

Russell Simmons Launches Def Jam Mobile
Def Jam Enterprises and AG Interactive have launched Def Jam Mobile, a provider of wireless services for the Hip-Hop consumer.The new channel is available through ten US wireless carriers and includes AllHipHop.com daily news, Reverend Run’s Daily Affirmations, Russell Simmons’ Hip Hop Laws of Success and Simmons/Lathan’s History Makers. Def Jam Enterprises is a subsidiary […]

Bad Boys Shawn Prez Connects DJs With The Power Call
DJs on cusp of success, dont worry, youre just one call way. Former senior director of promotion for Bad Boy Records, Shawn Prez, has created the Power Call, a weekly conference call consisting of the industrys top turntablists, as well as upstart wax handlers and guest speakers, in an effort to give voice to the […]
The Game Taunts 50 Cent, Jay-Z Returns At Hot 97s Summer Jam
Aint no love in the heart of the city. At least when The Game comes to town. The West coaster lashed out against G-Unit members yesterday (June 5) during Hot 97s Summer Jam concert nearly overshadowing a surprise appearance by the god MC Jay-Z in Games first New York performance since 50 Cent […]
Jermaine Dupri’s ‘Cafe Dupri Opening In Atlanta, Dupri Planning New Hotel
Jermaine Dupri’s dream of bringing healthy food to Atlanta’s population will be realized tomorrow (June 6) when the mogul’s Cafe Dupri officially opens for business. The 22 hour-a-day cafe is based in Atlanta and the menu features healthy cuisine and desserts. "It’s not your typical southern food," Dupri told AllHipHop.com. "I opened [Cafe Dupri], because […]

A-List Atlanta Hip-Hop Acts Star In ’20 Funerals’
Hip-Hop stars Big Boi of Outkast, Lil’ Jon & the East Side Boyz, Killer Mike, Slimm Calhoun, Big Gipp, Now City, and Konkrete are some of the artists featured in the new film "20 Funerals." The film is directed by Anghus Houvouras, who has done "Fearsome" and "Thugs Got Game," and stars DJ Naylor. Set […]

AHH Stray News: Eminem Vs. Showtime, Fuse, Snoop, DJ Cassicz
Eminem and Showtime Networks have locked horns in court, as the pay network is suing the multi-platinum rapper. The network is suing Shady Touring and Eminem himself, claiming they negotiated with the rapper for two years to try to set up a live concert on one of Showtime’s pay channels. The network claims that Em’s […]

Comedian Dave Chappelle Back In Hollywood For Performances
Comedian Dave Chappelle unexpectedly surfaced in Hollywood, appearing at two comedy theaters performing unrehearsed. According to industry trade magazine Variety, Chappelle appeared at the Hollywood Improv and the Comedy Store on Wednesday night, performing for small crowds. The comedian had just arrived from Los Angeles International Airport and told the crowds he was in the […]

Blackalicious Preps New Album
Subject: Re: Fw: Blackalicious Set to Release New Album on 9/27 Date: Thu, 2 Jun 2005 13:41:46 -0400 Clover Hope Hip-Hop duo Blackalicious are gearing up to release their 5th full-length studio album The Craft on September 27 later this year, the duo’s first compilation of new material since 2002. The 15-track album is Chief […]

Mos Def Headlining Act For 8th Annual Black August Concert
Actor and Hip Hop artist Mos Def will join in with other A-List artists as a headliner for the 8th Annual Black August Hip Hop Benefit Concert in New York in August. The show is the largest annual Hip Hop benefit concert and the proceeds will go towards benefiting HIV/AIDS awareness in Africa and within […]