AHH Stray News: Janet Jackson Hospitalized, Cancels 2nd Show

Janet Jackson has been hospitalized with an undisclosed illness, resulting in the abrupt cancellation of last night’s (September 29) “Rock Witchu Tour” Montreal show. A representative for the pop star confirmed she suddenly became ill while completing a routine sound check. The cancellation was announced to disappointed fans just minutes before LL Cool J’s opening […]

Kanye Renames Foundation; Plans Benefit Concert In D.C.

The Dr. Donda West Foundation is teaming up with the Live to Give Campaign for the Give Back Concert (November 4), a benefit Hip-Hop concert in Washington, D.C. focused on community empowerment.   With the current economic and political turmoil consuming the nation’s capital, the foundation is specifically focused on inspiring young adults to exercise […]

Russell Simmons Helps Launch Race to BE Competition

The next generation of entrepreneurs will receive a bit of inspiration from one of Hip-Hop’s most successful businessmen.   Rap mogul Russell Simmons, along with Kauffman Foundation president and CEO Carl Schramm will launch the Race to BE competition, a contest designed to inspire creativity and innovation in young aspiring entrepreneurs.   Five teams will […]

Kanye West Avoids Felony Charges for Airport Scuffle

Despite avoiding felony charges for an incident with photographers at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), rapper/producer Kanye West could face a lesser charge for his role in the scuffle.   Frank Mateljan, spokesman for the L.A. City Attorney’s Office, told Reuters that West could be charged with a misdemeanor from the incident.   “We’re in […]