Maybe you haven’t seen it coming. Maybe it snuck up on you. But out of nowhere, the run-of-the-mill “Big and Tall” community let go of their bland prehistoric colors schemes, oversized t-shirts and sweat suits, and emerged as fashion trendsetters. You could turn to any sports channel and watch as stars like Lebron James, enter […]

For years – about 7 to be exact – I have entertained the argument that Hip-Hop sales have declined primarily because of the Internet. While that is true today, I have maintained that the blame for the cause of the sales drought belongs somewhere other than file sharing, mp3s and ipods. As the Fourth-Quarter of […]

No Agreement: The Hypocritical Commercialization of Fela’s Legacy   “No agreement today/ No agreement tomorrow/” —Fela Anikulapo Kuti (With Africa 70), “No Agreement,” No Agreement, 1977. I’m sorry: It’s not enough to simply watch “Music is the Weapon,” or pour through Michael Veal’s impressive biography, Fela: The Life And Times Of An African Musical Icon, […]

We recently highlighted major trends of 2009 in the urban market. Now it’s time to focus in on key pieces of the year and vote on whether they have longevity or not.   Cassie   Cassie is rocking one of them above – the romper. This one piece delight is made in all different fabrics […]

  As featured in Complex.com‘s “Buy It Now” feature, Pomé boots are fire, and now available on DrJays.com!     Originally built for an avid country side outdoors man, and gradually transforming into a city bound commuter style, the duck boot has been with us for decades.     Pomé brings to you a classic […]

I know I am going to be a big bowl of depression when I say this one, but I have to say it. In saying it, I know I am going to be called a hater and a bunch of other colorful that people use to cover up their intellectual shortcomings. But it is time […]

It’s time to break down and discuss some of the most notable trends of 2009 in the urban market.   Kanye West   Although some of these trends may not be new, they were prominent this year.   We want to know whether you think they should stay, change up, or just die a painful […]

“Cedric, I’m on my way down to see President Obama and I want to talk with you about some things,” Wyclef Jean told me last week. His words were part of perhaps the tightest, yet wide-ranging conversations I can remember having with a Hip-Hop artist. Yeah, it’s not every day that you build with a […]

The year is quickly coming to an end, and we want to rundown some of the most notable trends of 2009 in denim for both men and women.   David Beckham   Give us your input on the best and the worst, what should stay and what should be buried!  

Editor’s note: The views expressed inside this editorial aren’t necessarily the views of AllHipHop.com or its employees.“Reflection is a collection of memories/ Definitely: this is how Hip-Hop is meant to be/ —Talib Kweli, “Memories Live,” Train of Thought, 2000. I wouldn’t bore the reader with a recap of ‘09 through the vantage point of Hip-Hop—you’ll […]

Editor’s note: The views expressed inside this editorial aren’t necessarily the views of AllHipHop.com or its employees. What is a ‘Jayter’, you ask?  It’s someone of some importance who for some reason or another can not fathom the thought of Jay-Z succeeding without acknowledging them. You don’t make it to the top of the rap […]

Face it, your mobile or computer device gets used more than any other object you own. You probably have a laptop that has started to succumb to the trappings of normal wear and tear. Well, there is a solution for all of it. MusicSkins is the answer. MusicSkins are protective coverings that are crafted from […]

After popular demand, Supra Footwear has arrived on DrJays.com’s sister site, DJPremium.com!   Lil Wayne in Supra   The skate, street, art and music inspired line was founded just three years ago by California native, Angel Cabada.   From being worn on the feet of pro skaters to celebrities like Lil Wayne and Jay-Z, Supra […]

This month hip-hop once again scored a victory as Drake, Kid Cudi and Wale made GQ Magazine’s Men of the Year issue.  Quite a considerable feat considering that all three are freshmen in the game.  Referred to as the “Gangsta Killers”, the short blurb credits the Fab Three for killing the gangster persona in rap. […]

  On Monday (December 7), DrJays.com’s Kiki and Boss Lady attended Flud Watches‘ winter 2009 collection preview at NYC’s Mocha Lounge.   Included in the new collection are updated versions of the very popular “Big Ben” style, including a bold turquoise color, new mesh and leather band options.     There’s also a special edition […]

Editor’s note: The views expressed inside this editorial aren’t necessarily the views of AllHipHop.com or its employees.About 15 years ago when I first entered the recording music industry (I had already put in years in the concert promotion business) a CEO of a record label with the ultimate dual currency – juice on the streets […]

Flannel is so necessary this season. The warm, fuzzy fabric is ideal in everything from shirts to boxers and bed sheets.   What makes flannel so soft is the the loosely spun yarn it is woven from. It’s usually from wool and cotton, or wool and a synthetic fiber.   Drake   The flannel shirt […]

Editor’s note: The views expressed inside this editorial aren’t necessarily the views of AllHipHop.com or its employees.“Look: now, I ain’t going for the okey-doke/ … This industry be trying to strangle Ni**as in the choke/” —Rhymefest Ft. Kanye West, “More,” Blue Collar, 2006. The tragedy of bullies, it seems, isn’t so much in the exhibitionism, […]

 DrJays.com has just launched its first annual "Celebrity Holiday Gift Guide", featuring Trey Songz, Teyana Taylor, Kerry Rhodes, Ghostface Killah and many more! Each celebrity picked their favorite items in one category. Everything from sneakers to hats and fragrances are covered in the guide, from brands like Crooks & Castles, Rocawear, Adidas and many more. Check out […]

Editor’s note: The views expressed inside this editorial aren’t necessarily the views of AllHipHop.com or its employees. I want to slap Tiger Woods up. Of all the athletes on EARTH, he is the last one that I would expect to be embroiled in a controversy with three alleged mistresses. Alas, here we are. There is […]