Dame Dash Denies Rape Allegations
Roc-A-Fella CEO Damon Dash denied recent rape charge allegations at a press conference in London.Former model Kirstie Thompson filed a $15 million dollar lawsuit against Dash, claiming that forced himself upon her on New Years day of 2003.”Its just ridiculous,” Dash said. “I am not going to do something that dumb.”Dash vowed to fight the […]
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, […]
The Roots Launch Okayplayer Records
Hip-Hop band The Roots will launch a record label named after their popular website, Okayplayer.Okayplayer Records will search for talent across the country.A talent search commenced on the website on January 22 and will end on February 13.”There is an array of untapped talent out there especially from the people who are members of the […]
Outkast & Busta Rhymes Hoop It Up
Outkast and Busta Rhymes have both teamed up with the NBA, as Andre 3000 and Big Boi will perform at the All-Star Game and Busta will give a concert after a game this Friday (Jan. 23). Andre 3000 and Big Boi will perform their respective hit singles (The Way You Move and Hey Ya) during […]
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 […]
Investment Group That Includes Jay-Z Wins Bid For New Jersey Nets
The owners of the New Jersey Nets have accepted a $300 million from an investment group that includes developer Bruce Ratner and rapper Jay-Z.The acceptance means that group is one step closer to realizing their goal of moving the team to Jay-Z’s hometown of Brooklyn, New York.The sale of the team could be finalized by […]
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 […]
Two Men Killed After Slick Rick Show
Two men were shot and killed after violence erupted at a Slick Rick concert.Walters appeared at a Pico Rivera, California club El Rodeo for their “Wild Tuesday’s” night.The shooting broke out in the parking lot after the Walters’ concert ended early.Ramon Oseguera, 27 and Epimenio Padilla, 30, were both killed while a third man, Jose […]
Camron Puts Pink Range Rover Up For Auctionn
Rapper Cam’ron has placed his pink Range Rover up for sale on popular auction site, Ebay.Cam, known for his fashion sense and love of pink clothing, is accepting bids for the four-door SUV, which is priced at $180,000.”I am the original owner,” Cam said in a statement online. “The vehicle operates well, and [is] in […]
Loon Talks Kay Slay And Album Sales
Once Loon stepped in for Nas on Kay Slays Too Much For Me, after the Queensbridge lyricist refused to appear in the video, it would seem that the pair would be allies. Slay, however, appears to change his mind and the self-proclaimed Drama King recently chastised the Bad Boy rapper on his Hot 97radio show. […]
Diddy’s Ex Seeks Child Support Increase
The mother of P.Diddy’s eldest son, Misa Hylton-Brim, testified in Family Court yesterday in an attempt to increase the amount of child support she receives from the hip-hop mogul.Hylton-Brim is seeking $30,000 a month, up from the $5,000 a month she currently receives.Her lawyer claimed the desired amount is equivalent to what Diddy pays in […]
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 […]
Chuck D. To Give “State of the Union” Address
While President Bush delivered his State of the Union address yesterday (January 20), Public Enemy front man Chuck D. is preparing his own speech.Chuck D. will deliver his “State of the Union and Vibe Session” February 5, at California State University in Sacramento, as part of Black History Month.Chuck D. has been one of the […]
Master P. Inks Distribution Deal With Koch
Percy “Master P.” Miller has left Universal Records and inked a label deal for his New No Limit Records with Koch Records.The first release under the new deal will be Master P.’s 10th solo album, Good Side/Bad Side.The album, along with every release under the new deal, will come with a DVD release. Good Side/Bad […]
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 […]
Croatian Hip-Hop Scene Spotlighted
In a testament to the diversity of Hip-Hop music and culture, the Zagreb, Croatian Hip-Hop scene will be featured in the “Whut’s Really Hood” section of the March 2004 issue of The Source.”It is going to be the first two-page article on Zagreb in The Source, even though magazines like Mugshot, Hip-Hop Connection, Backspin and […]
Ex-Football Player and Republican To Open Nightclub
A Former NFL player and Hy Singer, the Republican county chair in Brooklyn, are forming an unlikely partnership as the duo are set to open a hip-hop nightclub in Coney Island, according to recent reports. Gary Gooden, who played with the Oakland Raiders, became interested in opening a nightclub in the Brooklyn neighborhood when he […]
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Set To Hip-Hop
Adisa Banjoko’s “One Mic,” a political radio show, premiered excerpts of a rare speech made by Dr. Martin Luther King set to hip-hop music.Producer Inspector Double Negative debuted the exclusive remix last night (January 18).”Now let me make this clear in the beginning, that I see this war as an unjust, evil & futile war. […]
Master P. To Appear On Dr. Phil, Launches Watch Collection
Percy “Master P.” Miller has come a long way from the tough Calliope Projects in New Orleans, Louisiana where he was raised.After turning a $10,000 inheritance into an estimated $300,000,000 fortune, the mogul is slated to appear on “The Dr. Phil Show.”Miller will discuss his career and give advice to the 5.1 million viewers who […]