Gangstarr is preparing to release their seventh album, The Ownerz. The album features guest appearances by Fat Joe, Snoop Dogg, Freddie Foxxx, Jadakiss and M.O.P. "The concept of The Ownerz involves how people are renting and leasing hip-hop," Guru said. "At this point in the game there’s a lot of people exploiting it, and calling […]

Twenty-nine years ago a toddler named Calvin Broadus visited his grandmother’s house in South Carolina. Twenty-nine years later a man named Snoop Dogg visited his grandmother’s home again, and this time he brought some friends. "Oh, I was so glad to see him," said 92-year-old Corine Broadus, Snoop’s grandmother, who Snoop calls Big Momma. "He […]

At a recent live performance in San Diego, CA, Jeru The Damaja made a formal announcement about his upcoming album and made it known he doesn’t appreciate certain rappers taking his name. Jeru rocked the house from right to left, performing such classics as "D-Original," "El Presidente," "You Can’t Stop The Prophet," and "Static." His […]

Russell Simmons snagged a Tony for his groundbreaking Broadway poetry series, "Def Poetry Jam" last night at the 57th annual Tony Awards at New York’s Radio City Music Hall. Def Poetry took home the award for Special Theatrical Event. "When artists write spoken word or write to silence criticism and injustice, the results are always […]

So So Def CEO and Arista Vice President Jermaine Dupri recently announced the signing of the Youngbloodz, who are preparing to drop their second album, Drankin’ Patnaz. The duo’s sophomore set follows up their 1999 debut, Against da Grain, which contained the chart singles "U Way (How We Do It)" and "85," which featured Big […]

Sylvester Stallone is writing, directing and starring in a movie about the murders of Tupac Shakur and Biggie Smalls, as well as the Rampart Scandal, one of the biggest cases of police corruption in history. Stallone will play real-life former LAPD detective Russell Poole, who uncovered evidence that the LAPD allegedly had a hidden hand […]

Hip Hop diva Lil’ Kim is giving her fans the opportunity to get freaky with her – sort of. “I am going to make a life-size Kim doll that will be anatomically correct in ever way,” the rap star told the British tabloid The Daily Sport. Kim explained the doll is in tune with her […]

Police arrested Eric Mingo, 32, today (June 5), capturing the man suspected of shooting Freaky Zeeky and murdering his friend, Eric Mangrum. Police staked out a Tremont Avenue Bronx apartment building Thursday morning, after receiving a tip that Mingo may have been staying there. Police waited for a woman and her 7-year-old son to leave […]

Although, the dance has faded considerably, Bad Boy Records artist Loon has revealed the true origins of the “Harlem Shake,” the once-popular dance that swept the country. “The Harlem Shake – that was a dance made up by this alcoholic dude by the name of Sisqo (not of Dru Hill),” he told AllHipHop.com laughing. The […]

50 Cent has been nominated in 10 different categories for Billboard’s third annual R&B/Hip-Hop Awards. Nelly was also dominate with nominations in seven categories, R. Kelly is up for seven, Eminem clocked in at 5, while the late songbird Aaliyah was nominated in four categories. Some of the categories 50 Cent is up for include […]

Percy "Master P" Miller, 36, was arrested and detained Tuesday at New Jersey’s Newark Airport, for possessing illegal bullets. According to reports, the mogul was heading to Los Angeles via American Airlines on Tuesday. He informed security that he was carrying a legal, unloaded firearm. During the subsequent inspection, security officials found the illegal bullets. […]

Jay-Z, P.Diddy, Fat Joe, Memphis Bleek, Joe Budden and others joined Russell Simmons’ Hip-Hop Summit Action Network today to protest the Rockefeller drug laws.Over 60,000 people crammed Broadway at City Hall closing down traffic to listen to rappers speak their piece about the laws.P.Diddy by far was one of the more articulate of the speakers […]

50 Cent has entered into a long term partnership with Reebok, that will include his own signature line of footwear, the “G-Unit Collection by RBK.” An initial launch will take place this fall with limited distribution and will go nationwide in early 2004. “Reebok’s Rbk Collection is the real thing when it comes to connecting […]

Despite the cold weather and rain, Hot 97’s tenth annual Summer Jam concert drew over 50,000 people to Giants Stadium last night to see some of their favorite rappers perform. While Clipse, Fabolous, Lil Kim along with Mobb Deep, Sean Paul and others took to the stage, Nas, Busta Rhymes, Eminem and 50 Cent were […]

Today marks the one year anniversary of Slick Rick’s detention in a Bradenton, Florida prison by the INS. Rick’s case has been on hold since March, awaiting Judge Kimba Woods’ decision on whether or not he can stay in the United States. "Rick can’t get that year back," Rick’s publicist Bill Adler told AllHipHop.com. "He […]

The ubiquitous hip-hop clothing market will be receiving a new addition by Steve Rifkind, founder of Loud Records, who will debut Street Team geared for males and the counterpart, S.Team targeted to females. Koral Industries inked the deal to partner with Rifkind; they are best known as the home to high-end jeanswear company Seven. Rifkind […]

Snoop Dogg and former pimp turned preacher "The Bishop" Don Magic Juan have teamed up with VSOP Passion Blend to promote the drink in a nationwide marketing and advertising campaign. "Snoop Dogg and Don Magic Juan define the essence of Very Select Original Premium. As tastemakers, their decision to drink VSOP Passion Blend speaks volumes. […]

Ice Cube has signed on to star in what is described as a road trip comedy, "Are We There Yet." Cube will star as a playboy bachelor named Nick, who is dating a single mother of two children who dislike the men that their mother dates. When Cube’s girlfriend is stuck working on New Year’s […]

Eminem snagged two MTV Movie Awards on Saturday at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, for his performance in "8 Mile." Eminem took honors for best male performance and best breakthrough male performance for his role as "Rabbit" in the semi-autobiographical film. Because he was absent, Eminem pre-taped two messages for the crowd. "I heard […]