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 […]

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 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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Ain’t 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 97’s Summer Jam concert — nearly overshadowing a surprise appearance by “the god MC” Jay-Z — in Game’s first New York performance since 50 Cent […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Atlantic Recording artists Trick Daddy, Twista, T.I., Fat Joe, Fabolous and Lil’ Kim have teamed up with Marvel to present The Joint Chiefs comic book entitled “The Heist”.   “The Heist” features the chart-topping rappers as they go on a mission to steal back the Check Writer’s precious diamond.  Armed with their own special skill, each rapper partakes […]

A lawsuit filed by rapper Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson may put the brakes on an edition of The Infamous Times, a popular biographical DVD series that explores the seedier side of street life. In a lawsuit filed yesterday (May 31), Jackson alleges that three video production companies used footage from a free interview he conducted […]

Marc Ecko, founder of clothing company Ecko Unltd, has announced he will be presenting a benefit concert to help save the endangered Rhinoceros species.  The concert will include performances from The Roots, De La Soul, MF Doom and special guests. Recently, Ecko has made a financial commitment and overall effort to double the populations of […]

DJ Vlad is the sort of creative Hip-Hop mind blessed with the ability to bring together crack heads, p### stars and rappers. The West Coast DJ recently released Hot In Here: Sex/Drugs/Hip-Hop, a sensational DVD that mixes a number of colorful personalities like Fat Joe, Fabolous, The Ying Yang Twins, adult stars Carmen Hayes, Mr. […]

Canadian MC/vocalist K-OS recently discussed his future musical ventures, while elaborating on the state of the Canadian hip-hop scene and expressing his connection to reggae legend Bob Marley. K-OS said although he hasn’t begun work on his next studio album, he is developing song ideas and playing around with remixes. The Trinidad-born rapper also pledged […]

Detroit emcee Royce the 5’9” hopes to add more acclaim to his name when he drops his next project, aptly titled Independent’s Day. The LP will be released on the independent label MIC Records and Royce has set out to sell big numbers even though he’s not on a major. “I’m going to put the […]